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A woman who died after a crash near Wrightington Hospital has been named as her family pays tribute to her
The family of a “dearly loved” mum who died after a crash in Wrightington have paid tribute to her.
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Gen Z are the UK’s most sauce-obsessed generation and a staggering 90% have asked for extra sauce in a fast food restaurant
For Gen Z, sauce is the main character of the meal.
Make mine a 'Vera Lynn': Care home residents create one of the world's best gins and wins Master Medal
Working alongside Oxfordshire distillery Sky Wave, the residents of Berkley Care Group have helped create ‘Golden Hour’, a bespoke London Dry Gin that has just been awarded a Master Medal - the highest accolade at the Global Gin Masters and one of the most prestigious awards in the spirits indus...
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How to get wedding-ready teeth with the SmilePro Advanced Whitening Kit everyone's talking about
The SmilePro Advanced Teeth Whitening Kit gives brighter teeth in just a few weeks.
Tasty treats on offer as afternoon tea was served at a Wigan church
A Wigan church was transformed into a restaurant where afternoon tea was enjoyed by members of the community.
Wigan-based Doc North welcomes applications for its scheme to help working-class documentary film makers
Working-class documentary film makers can apply to a scheme offering support for their career.
The £8 Sainsbury's deal helping parents survive the six-week summer holidays
Keeping children fed during the six-week summer break can quickly become expensive, but Sainsbury's latest three for £8 picky bits offer could help parents stock up on easy meals and snacks without stretching the budget.
Wigan town centre and Mesnes Park used by band The Lilacs to film their new music video
Wigan band The Lilacs have been shining the spotlight on their home town as they film a new music video – with help from someone close to them.
Drew Barrymore says she's 'obsessed' with this affordable Olay eye cream
The actress has publicly praised this affordable Olay eye cream, saying it's one of her favourite products for helping brighten tired-looking under-eyes
aql and parkrun deliver £10m in NHS savings
aql and parkrun's 13-year collaboration on SMS infrastructure has concluded, saving the NHS around £10 million.
Amazon Echo Show 11 review: The Alexa upgrade I didn't think I needed
An older Alexa speaker still does the basics, but the Echo Show 11 adds practical features that quickly become part of everyday life. Here's why it's worth a closer look before reading the full review.
My son can't wait to try Yoto's free Trainline Draw Alongs for long journeys this summer
We've already downloaded the free playlist and I know it's going to make our next family train journey even more fun.
Don't board your next flight until you've done this one-minute phone check that could save you a fortune
Before you fly, spend one minute checking your phone. It could help you avoid expensive roaming charges, stay connected from the moment you land.
Police search for a 14-year-old boy missing for seven days who could be in Leigh
Police are appealing for help to find a schoolboy who has been missing for a week.
Patients will have to travel to a nearby village when a GP practice moves into a new premises
A GP surgery being evicted from its building is set to relocate to a neighbouring village’s health centre, it has been revealed.
Struggling to sleep in the heat? This cooling blanket could help you stay comfortable on warm nights
Designed for hot sleepers and warm summer nights, this lightweight cooling blanket is currently on sale, with several colours and sizes available
The festival make-up checklist everyone should read before packing for music events this summer
Festival packing usually starts with outfits and wellies, but your beauty bag deserves a little planning too. A simple prep-and-set make-up routine can help keep your routine quick, easy and festival-ready.
Construction work has finally resumed on a Wigan housing estate after a two-year pause
A seemingly abandoned building site that was at risk of becoming as big an eyesore as the unpleasant landmarks it sought to replace is finally a hive of activity again.
Claudia Winkleman and Hannah Waddingham lead the best celebrity Wimbledon white style inspiration
These celebrity Wimbledon looks prove that classic white dressing never goes out of style.
Looking back at pictures taken at Beech Hill Primary School from 1977 to 1992
We have turned back the clock for this selection of pictures from Beech Hill Primary School.