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Aion V review: the Chinese EV with an eight-year ace card
Aion’s new electric SUV enters a crowded market with strong efficiency, generous equipment and an ownership package few rivals can match
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Fabulous and rare pictures of Wigan pre-school tots in 2014
We’ve a pre-school retro special with this latest gallery from the Wigan Observer Class Act archives.
Amazon’s bestselling fitness tracker slashed to £79 in 44% off limited-time deal
The Amazon number one bestselling Fitbit is now £79, offering health tracking, sleep monitoring and GPS for more than £60 less
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HelloBaby 6-inch baby monitor falls to £52.49 in Amazon deal
Featuring a six-inch display, remote camera controls and night vision, the HelloBaby video baby monitor has been reduced by 25% on Amazon
M6 RECAP as all traffic held after 'multi-vehicle' incident on carriageway
There are miles of congestion on the network this evening
I never travel without these 11 holiday essentials that make packing lighter and trips easier
From keeping cool in the heat to staying charged, crease-free and camera-ready, these are the products I have found are worth packing when you go away.
In her latest Nanny Diaries column, Emma Appleton explains the importance of the Nanny Association
Emma Appleton flies the flag for the Nanny Association and its key role in the sector
Working in Wigan in 2026: an honest look at the borough's jobs market
How healthy is the Wigan jobs market in 2026, and where is the real work hiding once you look past Heinz and the rugby? Here is the grounded, no-spin picture of who is hiring across the borough and what they actually pay.
Jimmy Choo designer perfume drops under £40 in Amazon’s 25% off limited-time deal
The 40ml Jimmy Choo designer fragrance is now available for less than £40, offering a cheaper way to buy luxury scent
Mosley Common residents invited to nominate a good cause for £500 donation
A developer working in Wigan borough is asking locals to come up with nominations for a cash donation.
The Shark gadget celebrities are carrying at Wimbledon to stay cool in the heatwave - and how you can buy
Rachel Stevens has been spotted using Shark’s ChillPill at Wimbledon, and after testing it through holidays and UK heatwaves, I can see why it’s become this summer’s must-have cooling gadget.
This £11.99 robot vacuum could be the cheapest floor cleaner yet
The remarkably cheap robot cleaner can sweep and mop floors, follow a planned route and avoid obstacles for less than £20 including delivery
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The affordable fragrance designed to leave a lasting impression on date night
A one new affordable fragrance launch at Boots could be the perfect finishing touch to your date night outfit.
American Tourister Disney suitcase sale includes Mickey, Minnie and Buzz Lightyear designs
The Disney-themed luggage collection from American Tourister is on sale now, with different discounts available depending on the design chosen
The free app that’s becoming as essential as your passport this summer
Holidaymakers are ditching airline updates for a free app that can reveal delays early, track where your plane really is and even help uncover compensation you didn’t know you were owed.
🥵 Sold-out air con? This £25 sleep essential could be the next best thing
Don’t let this week’s cooler weather fool you, the thermometer is about to start rising from today onwards.
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Vodafone cuts £432 from unlimited SIM deal with European roaming
The discounted Vodafone plan lets customers keep their current phone while gaining unlimited data, 5G+ access and inclusive European roaming
Wigan Council says it is "taking action" to remove travellers illegally camped on a village's park
Efforts to move a traveller camp off a Wigan park are under way.
Pizza Hut launches £5 summer deal for pineapple pizza lovers
Pizza Hut UK is calling on pineapple on pizza fans across the nation to wear their taste with pride.
Pizza Hut reopens iconic Marble Arch restaurant
Pizza Hut’s flagship Marble Arch restaurant has reopened following a refurbishment, welcoming diners back to one of the brand's most historic locations