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Wigan Athletic chief bemoans loss of Matt Smith
Wigan Athletic head coach Ryan Lowe wants someone in 'authority' to 'deal with' the succession of refereeing calls - the latest of which sees Matt Smith banned for this weekend's trip to AFC Wimbledon.
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Cold Weather Payments 2025: how fast is cash paid into bank accounts after snow and low temperatures?
With freezing nights causing chaos across the UK, find out if you could get £25 ❄️
Wetherspoons confirms another new pub - as it's set to open in seven new locations
A unique location is set to open in Easter 2026 🍻
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Black Friday deal 73% off the L’Oréal Paris holidays beauty advent calendar 2025 is a beauty lover's dream
L’Oréal Paris holidays 2025: 24-day festive beauty advent calendar gift set
Karcher K4 Power Control drops to lowest ever price in Amazon’s Black Friday sale
The Karcher K4 Power Control has dropped to its lowest ever price in Amazon’s Black Friday sale, offering 130-bar cleaning power and smart app guidance at a rare 43% saving
Nando's: chicken chain confirms it's opening new UK restaurants soon amid expansion - full announced locations
Food fans are set for easier access to their favourite peri-peri plates 🚀
'Risk of harm': National patient safety alert issued to healthcare staff over patient allergy error
Affected patients may be contacted directly by a healthcare professional 🏥
39 nostalgic photos capture memories of popular North West shopping centres in the 70s, 80s and 90s
They are the ultimate shrines to consumerism, helping customers to shop till they drop, whatever the weather.
Wigan funeral home unveils ‘Letters to Heaven’ post box
A ‘Letters to Heaven’ post box has been installed by a Wigan funeral home to support those who are grieving.
A savage assault, stalking and false imprisonment are among the charges facing a young Leigh man
Charges of violent assault, false imprisonment and serious stalking have been brought against a young Leigh man.
McDonald’s Christmas 2025 range unveiled - including Grinch themed items
There’s a Grinch takeover at McDonalds this Christmas 🎄
Craggs Energy Raises over £1,300 for Age UK Calderdale & Kirklees
Calderdale-based Craggs Energy, which has provided domestic, agriculture and commercial fuel services to customers across the North West and Yorkshire for more than 13 years, has donated over £1,300 to Age UK Calderdale & Kirklees as part of its ‘What matters to you, matters to us’ commitme...
Hair Loving review: biotin and rosemary shampoo delivering fuller, glossier hair
Created by Nadia Hussain after her own early menopause hair loss, Hair Loving has become a quiet Amazon best-seller. We tried the biotin, rosemary and turmeric formulas to see if they really make a difference.
The best over-ear headphones for Black Friday at every price point
Black Friday has landed and some of the biggest savings this year are on headphones. From budget Sony models to premium noise-cancelling sets, these are the standout deals worth grabbing first.
A local MP has complained to Wigan Council about how roadworks are worsening the borough's notorious congestion problems
A Wigan MP has blasted the local council over repeated roadworks and temporary traffic lights, which he says are adding to the already serious congestion in the town.
Save over £100 on the ghd Unplugged cordless hair styler in the Amazon Black Friday
Amazon Black Friday Deal: Get over £100 off the ghd Unplugged cordless hair styler.
"I’ve been tearing my hair out trying to drive around the town": The Greater Manchester MP at the end of his tether
Council under fire over epidemic of temporary traffic lights
Kindle Paperwhite price drops to lowest ever level on Amazon, CamelCamelCamel confirms
The newest Kindle Paperwhite has fallen to its lowest recorded price, making it one of Amazon’s fastest-selling early Christmas tech deals.
Guinness Nitrosurge drops to £19.99 in rare Black Friday deal - lowest ever price
Guinness fans can now pour pub-quality pints at home as the Nitrosurge device hits its lowest ever price of £19.99 in a new Black Friday deal
Oodie launches £1 Grey Oodie Original deal as huge Black Friday sale starts
Oodie is set to unleash a £1 Grey Oodie Original this week, and with only one thousand available it is expected to sell out in minutes. Here’s how to get one and the best Black Friday deals already live.