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Parents run out of ideas to entertain kids by day 10 of summer holidays

Hard-pressed parents run out of creative steam to keep their kids entertained by day 10 of the summer holidays.

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Nearly two-thirds of office workers have worked from home to escape office noise

A wave of UK employers has spent the past two years mandating a return to the office. In some cases, attendance has been made a condition of employment.

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Five-size mattress sale offers doubles for £99 and singles for £69

The medium-firm mattress combines open-coil springs and memory foam in an 11 to 12-inch design, with five sizes and free delivery

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Horror as worker suffers crush injuries after one-tonne dumper truck overturns

A company has been fined in court over the 'entirely foreseeable' incident

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Feature of Wigan’s original Market Hall takes pride of place at Fettlers

A striking piece of Wigan's market heritage has found a new home at Fettlers, ensuring the town's history continues to be celebrated for generations to come.

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The hunt for sick vandalised who damaged a child's grave in a Wigan cemetery

A Wigan child’s grave has been severely damaged and police are calling on the public to help the investigation.

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Heartbreak as child's grave damaged at Wigan cemetery with police investigation launched

Officers are searching for the culprit

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Silk'n 7 Hair Removal Device review: Premium at-home IPL promises smoother skin with less effort

Silk'n's flagship IPL device promises fast, comfortable hair reduction with clever technology and premium features. Here's what stood out before you read the complete hands-on review.

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Councillors ‘fear for their safety’ as Wigan’s political leaders condemn abuse and threats

A council meeting heard about the distinction between 'legitimate debate and behaviour that seeks to threaten, intimidate, harass, or silence others'

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Power your summer adventure – Jackery’s guide to choosing the right portable power station for every trip

Not every outdoor adventure needs the biggest battery. Understanding how much power you actually need can help you choose a portable power station that's practical, portable and perfectly suited to your summer plans.

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Thousands of learner drivers can claim free driving lessons in limited-time giveaway

Learning to drive has become increasingly expensive, but a new giveaway is offering thousands of learner drivers the chance to get behind the wheel for free.

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In his latest Nature Notes column, Graham Workman discusses efforts to bring back the Eurasian lynx to the UK

In his latest Nature Notes column, Graham Workman discusses plans to reintroduce the Eurasian lynx in the Scottish Highlands, with a focus on sustainable habitat support and public consultation.

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Tony Porter Ponders: more ideas for Andy and a kick in the teeth for Astley residents.

Columnist Tony Porter criticises Andy Burnham's recent cabinet appointments and the planning decisions affecting Astley residents.

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Police concerns grow for the safety of a Leigh 21-year-old missing for four days

Fears are increasing for the welfare of a young Wigan woman who disappeared last week.

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Urgent appeal issued to find woman, 21, missing for four days

She was last seen in Leigh

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'I never returned from maternity leave after starting £100k a year business from my garage'

Wigan mum, Paige Calland, had always wanted to start her own business but had never found the time until she was furloughed during the pandemic

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Keep your cool this summer: this £10.99 rechargeable fan runs for up to 14 hours

More than 10,000 of the compact USB fans have been bought in the past month, with blue, pink and white versions all available for less than £11

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The small beauty upgrade shoppers say gave them more confidence to smile

A brighter smile can make a big difference to how you feel, and shoppers say this bestselling at-home whitening kit has become a simple way to boost their confidence without the cost of professional treatments.

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Lexar 256GB microSD Express card for Nintendo Switch 2 drops below £60

The discounted high-speed memory card uses PCIe and NVMe technology, while remaining backwards compatible with older microSD devices at reduced speeds

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Meet the voice behind Yoto Daily and discover why families love the children's audio show

Yoto Daily host Jake Harris shares why storytelling matters, the wonderfully unexpected questions children ask, and how curiosity is the key to making learning fun.