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The rest of Wigan's former Debenham's store is to be turned into a huge indoor adventure park
Another major step in the rebirth of Wigan town centre has been taken with news of what will occupy the remaining half of the giant former Debenham’s department store.
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Two-metre hanging egg chair with cushions reduced to £84 at Wowcher
More than 5,000 of the dark grey garden chairs have been bought, with the freestanding design suited to patios, decking and larger outdoor spaces
TomTom speed camera alert device falls to £36.92 with no subscription fees (aff)
The compact in-car device provides visual and audible warnings for cameras, congestion and road hazards while working with compatible Apple and Android phones
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Ugreen MagFlow Air review: A compact MagSafe power bank with one small flaw (aff)
Small enough for everyday carry but packed with features, the Ugreen MagFlow Air gets plenty right, with just one minor annoyance preventing a clean sweep.
Rodial Radiance Bronzing Drops review: Luxury glow that replaces heavy summer foundation
Rodial's latest beauty launches impressed, but one product quickly became a warm-weather staple thanks to its lightweight finish, skincare ingredients and effortless glow.
Northern outpost 'not a gimmick' says Burnham
‘The running of No 10 North will be covered by existing Cabinet Office budgets’
Political leaders on Wigan Council have condemned abuse towards 'those serving our communities'
Wigan’s political leaders have come together to speak out against threatening and violent behaviour towards councillors, council workers and other people serving the community.
More than a third of Brits now save their favourite shows to watch while travelling
More than a third of Brits now choose to save their favourite shows to watch while on the move.
A woman suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital after being 'glassed' in Wigan
A woman was taken to hospital with serious injuries after a disturbance in Wigan.
Looking for a thoughtful gift? These beautiful house plants from Bunches last long after the flowers fade
Flowers are always a welcome surprise, but if you're looking for a gift that lasts even longer, a house plant could be the perfect choice.
Andy Burnham keeps promise made in Wigan by cutting business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues
Prime minister Andy Burnham has announced business rates will be cut by 20 per cent for pubs, clubs and live music venues across England from April – a policy he first revealed while visiting Wigan firms on the campaign trail.
People in the UK found to have the WORST mental health in Europe
A study has found that the UK has the worst mental health in Europe - and the third worst in the whole world.
Remington intelligent hair straightener is selling fast with 29% off on Amazon
Designed to help protect hair while styling, these intelligent Remington straighteners are proving popular as shoppers snap up the latest Amazon offer
'I can't understand why people do these things' - Woman devastated after cat shot with air gun dies
'Whoever did this has not thought for a second about the devastating impact their selfish actions have had'
The bestselling e.l.f. primer shoppers swear by for smoother make-up application
If your foundation always looks patchy or uneven, it may not be the make-up that's to blame. You could simply be missing one key step.
Bright orange suitcase could save you from baggage carousel confusion, and it's now on sale
The eye-catching hard-shell case has been designed to make spotting your luggage easier while offering plenty of room for two-week holidays
Andy Burnham 'shut down prospect of second independence referendum' ahead of Scotland visit
The new Labour Prime Minister has promised 'growth in every postcode' ahead of a visit to Glasgow for the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games
The £14.99 beauty buy that could transform your summer skincare routine
From holidays abroad to sunny weekends at home, this affordable £14.99 beauty buy from Boots could become one of the hardest-working products in your summer routine.
Logitech keyboard and mouse set falls below £18 in 49% Amazon deal
The highly rated desktop bundle includes a full-size keyboard and compact wireless mouse, with more than 5,000 sets bought on Amazon in the past month
Neal's Yard Remedies review: The cult skincare favourites that still deserve the hype
From the iconic Wild Rosehip Beauty Balm to everyday skincare essentials, we tested some of Neal's Yard Remedies' most popular products to find out whether the brand's long-standing reputation is still well deserved.