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The under-£200 IPL gadget beauty fans call a “game-changer” for hair removal (aff)
The Keskine IPL machine offers a quick, comfortable and effective way to remove hair at home while potentially saving thousands compared with traditional hair removal treatments.
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The Ninja air fryer Stacey Solomon recommends is in Amazon sale again for less than £130 (aff)
The Ninja Air Fryer MAX PRO loved by Stacey Solomon has just had a price cut on Amazon again.
Five people have been arrested in Wigan borough following a police raid related to Class A drugs
A total of five people have been arrested after police raided a Wigan borough home.
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Glossy lips are back and this e.l.f. Cosmetics range is leading the return this summer (aff)
Glossy lips have always had a place in beauty routines, but this summer they’re getting a fresh update with e.l.f. Cosmetics.
On the ground in Makerfield in the build up to the by-election
Sipping a beer on the terrace and watching a rugby league match. It was life as usual in Ashton, but talk of the upcoming by-election garnered groans and eye-rolls.
The Green Party has named its candidate in the upcoming Makerfield by-election
The Green Party has announced nurse Chris Kennedy as its candidate for the Makerfield by-election.
Health column: a new law creating a smoke-free generation is a rare landmark moment for public health
Rachael Musgrave, director of public health at Wigan Council, looks at the Tobacco and Vapes Act in this week’s health column.
Financial Matters with Fairhurst Accountants: the advantage of filing Self-Assessment tax returns early
In their latest column Fairhursts Accountants explain why it can be prudent to get well ahead of the Self-Assessment tax return deadline
I had always avoided drying my thick curly hair until I found this supreme diffuser (aff)
After years of avoiding hairdryers because they left thick curls frizzy and undefined, one styling tool completely changed how I wash and dry my hair.
Nanny diaries with Emma Appleton looks at the importance of the great outdoors in childhood development
Nanny and columnist Emma Appleton discusses the ‘Reggio Emilia approach’ which considers the environment as one of children’s best teachers
Nature Notes with Graham Workman: ladybird, ladybird fly away home!
In his latest Nature Notes column, wildlife expert Graham Workman talks about the value of our much-loved ladybirds
We visited the place where Andy Burnham got 'battered'
The Makerfield by-election is due to be held on Thursday, June 18
Wigan police officers recognised as part of appreciation week supporting over 16,000 officers
The charity the Rapid Relief Team (RRT) has been holding events in appreciation of Wigan and Greater Manchester police officers’ work
West Lancashire students give back during their college group's community week
As part of a community week, West Lancashire College students have been involved in a variety of activities aimed at making the place and vehicles look smarter
Former Wigan Mayor Michael Winstanley is unveiled as the Conservative candidate for the Makerfield by-election
The former Conservative mayor of Wigan Michael Winstanley was last night announced as his party’s candidate in the Makerfield by-election.
Tommee Tippee baby bottle prep bundle combines bottle feeding essentials in one newborn package (aff)
Preparing for a newborn can quickly turn into a long shopping list, but this Tommee Tippee bundle brings together bottle prep, sterilising and feeding essentials in one package.
PCA Skin products with five-star reviews are now 10% off at Dermoi (aff)
PCA Skin’s clinically driven skincare range has built a loyal following – and Dermoi’s latest discount makes it easier to try the brand for less
Hawaiian Tropic SPF 50 spray drops below £10 in Amazon summer beauty deal (aff)
With warmer weather and holiday plans beginning to take over calendars, shoppers are already starting to stock up on everyday sun protection.
Man arrested over 18,000-tonne waste dump in Wigan
A man from Birmingham has been arrested in connection with an illegal waste dump in Wigan that forced schools to close after catching fire last year.
This bargain electric standing desk could transform your work-from-home setup (aff)
The Mono electric standing desk combines adjustable height controls, memory presets and a compact footprint for home working