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Why a Yoto player makes a thoughtful gift that will continue to be enjoyed by children for years as they grow
A Yoto player is designed to evolve alongside growing families, offering stories, music and learning for every stage of childhood, making it a smart gift for all children.
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Bev Craig succeeds Andy Burnham and becomes Greater Manchester's new mayor
Bev Craig has been elected Greater Manchester mayor, retaining the post for Labour in a by-election and succeeding Andy Burnham.
Labour's Bev Craig wins Greater Manchester mayoral election
The Labour Party has retained the mayoralty following the departure of Andy Burnham
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Biker seriously injured in Leigh crash that left road closed
Officers were called to the scene at around 5pm
An e-scooter has reportedly crashed into a car with an air ambulance called to the scene
A local incident reportedly involving an e-scooter has taken place in Leigh.
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The beauty buy shoppers say helped them smile more in photos and feel more confident
Feeling confident in front of the camera isn't always about finding the perfect angle. For many shoppers, a brighter smile has become an easy way to feel more comfortable in photos.
Amazon's number one Ryanair cabin bag is flying off the shelves
This bestselling travel backpack is designed to fit Ryanair's free cabin bag allowance while offering plenty of organised storage for holidays, work trips and weekends away.
Man, 47, charged with firearms offences and making explosive substance
He has been charged with multiple offences
Man, 47, arrested on suspicion of burglary in Wigan neighbourhood
Enquiries continue
Wigan man arrested on suspicion of burglary as part of Operation Castle
A man from the Worsley area has been arrested on suspicion of burglary following a police operation.
Agreement signed for one of the world's largest vehicle inspection programmes
The consortium will overhaul Türkiye's vehicle inspection system with a $3 billion investment.
Police are looking for next of kin following the death of a 69-year-old man
Police have announced that they are looking for the next of kin of a man from Ashton-in-Makerfield.
Police warn people not to approach a 22-year-old man who they want to speak to about several thefts
Police are appealing for help to find a wanted man – but urge people not to approach him.
Wigan man accused of being involved in supplying class A drugs after arrest in Blackpool
A Wigan man has been charged with a drugs supply offence after being arrested in Blackpool.
Wigan man charged with drugs offences as part of huge police operation in Merseyside
A Wigan man is among eight people charged following a police operation in Merseyside involving more than 300 officers.
Review: Lexus LM
Lexus LM people carrier proves a surprise show-stopper
Man charged with making explosive substance and firearms offences after investigation in Skelmersdale
A man is due to appear in court after being charged with firearms offences and making an explosive substance.
Expect all kinds of twists and turns as the award-winning crime drama Sleuth comes to Wigan Little Theatre
Wigan Little Theatre's latest production, Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer, promises a captivating blend of suspense and theatrical intrigue, directed by Katie Davis.
Review: Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid
Julie Marshall finds Fiat’s new Grande Panda has a style all of its own