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Financial Matters with Fairhurst Accountants: teaching your child good money habits

Fairhurst Accountants offer tips on teaching children valuable money habits from an early age, fostering long-term financial responsibility.

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Police seize e-bikes and scooters and check immigration systems in Wigan town centre operation

Eight illegal e-bikes and two e-scooters were seized by police during an operation in Wigan town centre.

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Citizens Advice Wigan Borough: how to address poor workmanship and get a refund

Citizens Advice Wigan Borough looks at what you can do if you’re unhappy with work done by a trader.

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New business registrations drop in North West amid cautious market

New company registrations in the North West fell in Q2 2026, reflecting ongoing business caution despite a decrease in insolvency-related activity, according to an R3 report.

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SmilePro users say this at-home teeth whitening kit delivers fast results without the sensitivity

Customers are praising SmilePro for delivering a brighter smile without the discomfort often linked to traditional whitening treatments, with many saying they noticed visible results after just a few uses.

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Soundcore 2 Bluetooth speaker falls below £25 at Amazon

The compact Anker speaker has a 4.7-star score from more than 144,000 ratings, while over 5,000 have reportedly been bought in the past month

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Tested: What my fussy dogs thought about every treat in this £13 Forthglade bundle

Forthglade’s subscription service promises regular deliveries, lower prices and plenty of choice, but the real test was whether Rupert and Honey would actually eat everything

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Mediheal toner pads review: Are the viral K-beauty skincare pads worth trying?

Mediheal's toner pads have become one of Korean skincare's biggest success stories. I tested the bestselling Watermide, Vitamide and Collagen Ampoule Pads to see which deserve a place in your skincare routine.

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Campaigners urge revival of National Play Strategy to aid Wigan children

Campaigners call on the government to bring back the National Play Strategy to support Wigan children. Research highlights screen time and lack of play places as barriers.

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Why August is the perfect time to plant these peony-style tulips for spectacular spring bouquets

Gardeners with a little spare time this August can get ahead for spring by planting these double-flowering tulip bulbs, which produce elegant peony-style blooms that look just as impressive in a vase as they do in the garden.

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10 holiday destination dupes where travellers can escape the crowds and save up to 83%

From Ghent instead of Venice to Siargao instead of Bali, these 10 alternative holiday destinations offer similar scenery and experiences with fewer tourists and potentially much lower accommodation costs.

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Ryanair passengers can get this underseat cabin bag for under £10 on Amazon

Amazon has cut the price of a Ryanair-friendly FLYMAX cabin bag to just £9.21, offering travellers a cheap way to pack for a short break without paying extra baggage fees.

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A four-year-old appeared to escape uninjured after a collision with a van in Leigh

A child was hit by a van on a main road in Wigan borough.

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Wigan couple celebrate 10 years of marriage with an emotional roller rink vow renewal

Ben and Chloe Heaton renewed their wedding vows at Wigan Roller Rink for their 10th anniversary, creating a lasting memory before its closure.

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Closure order imposed on house in Wigan borough after reports of anti-social behaviour

Repeated complaints about anti-social behaviour have led to the closure of a house in Wigan borough.

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My fussy dogs loved every treat in Forthglade's £13 bundle – and it could save pet owners money

Finding treats both my fussy dogs will eat is almost impossible, but Forthglade's subscription bundle surprised me with quality, choice and value.

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Battersea Dogs and Cats Home launch campaign against pet trends

Celebrities join Battersea in a campaign highlighting the dangers of extreme pet features.

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A Wigan councillor was honoured with a bench on the first anniversary of his death

A memorial bench was unveiled on the first anniversary of the death of a long-serving Wigan councillor.

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A dog rescue charity has expressed sadness after being snubbed for their usual pitch at a Wigan Christmas market

Dog rescue charity organisers have spoken of their upset at having their application rejected for this year’s annual Standish Christmas Market.

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10 top-rated secondhand shops in Wigan for some brilliants finds

The best secondhand and charity stores across Wigan borough range from massive department-style warehouses to boutique community shops.