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Tributes pour in for missing student, 19, after body found in woodland on Christmas Day
Tom Dingle's family continue to be supported by specially trained officers
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'Look at these photos from Wigan, absolutely beautiful photos. The Boxing Day fancy dress was a tremendous success'
In pictures: famous faces including The Donald celebrating Wigan's Boxing Day fancy dress night out
Brits to slash spending in 2026, axing takeaways, subscriptions and nights out
Brits are set to be more ruthless with their discretionary spending in 2026 – ditching takeaways, binning unused subscriptions and clamping down on nights out.
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New year resolutions are not just for humans – this pet food subscription could help your pet eat better (aff)
New Year resets are not just about us. A flexible pet food subscription from Animed helps owners stay organised, save time and keep pet nutrition consistent.
Redmi Pad 2 Pro review: a huge 12-inch tablet for surprisingly little money
A powerful new Android tablet with a massive screen, premium build and all-day battery life has quietly become one of the best-value buys of the year
The best way to save money on a UK holiday for summer 2026
An expert has shared tips and tricks on how to secure a budget-friendly staycation and save money when choosing to holiday in the UK
How much renting has gone up across Greater Manchester in 2025
This is how much renters are now paying compared to the start of the year
Oompa Loompas and several Donald Trumps join Wigan's famous Boxing Day fancy dress night on the town
The town put on a great show
A man and dog have been found dead after a fire on a narrow boat at a Wigan village marina
An investigation has been launched after a man and his dog were found dead on a barge after a fire at a Wigan village marina during the early hours of Christmas Day.
Man and dog killed as fire crews spend 13 hours battling Christmas Day barge blaze
A police investigation is underway
Tragedy as the body of missing Wigan teen Tom Dingle is found on Christmas Day
A family is in mourning after the discovery of a body in woodland near Wigan.
Tragedy as body of missing student Tom Dingle, 19, found on Christmas Day
Police have issued a statement
Begin the year in total relaxation with a New Year spa break designed just for you
Start 2026 feeling refreshed, recharged and absolutely pampered with these unbeatable spa deals.
Christmas and New Year 2025 bin collection dates and changes for all of Greater Manchester
Everything you need to know about Christmas collections in Bolton, Bury, Wigan, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford.
When Wigan was richer than Liverpool and Manchester
A heritage going back hundreds, even thousands of years
Met Office latest weather forecast for Christmas night and Boxing Day in Greater Manchester
Any dreams of a white Christmas are long gone
Treat yourself to the Face the Future Festive Sparkle Edit - the best luxury beauty box
I opened the Festive Sparkle Edit to see if it lives up to the hype. Packed with luxury beauty favourites and real winter skin benefits, this is the seasonal treat that genuinely impressed me.
"Someone tried to take my trainers last night" - Waking up on the streets of Manchester this Christmas
It's Christmas morning and only a few remain on the streets of Manchester
Christmas Day 'bedlam' at hectic Greater Manchester junction as warning issued
Motorists are being urged to take care
eBay Shopping guide: Find unwanted Christmas gifts and grab yourself a bargain
How to turn other people’s unwanted Christmas gifts into an amazing deal.