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Kandima Maldives - Why this Maldivian island works for honeymoons and families alike
We arrived at Kandima not knowing what to expect. What followed was an accidental honeymoon filled with great food, late nights and experiences.
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Health officials urge people in Wigan to take extra precautions during busy winter period as cold snap hits
The NHS is urging the public to take precautions and access services appropriately as temperatures are set to plummet.
Thinking of moving home in the new year? Do this now before everyone else does (aff)
Planning a move in the new year? From valuations to simple prep jobs, these steps could help you sell faster and protect your asking price.
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MP jailed, WhatsApp leaks and endless Andy Burnham rumours: Greater Manchester's year in politics
Here's a run-through of all the highs and lows in politics for Greater Manchester in 2025.
A Wigan college principal, football star, a fostering couple and a prison boss are all to receive New Year's honours from the King
King Charles’s New Year honours list has been published and there are several Wigan people on it.
King's New Year Honours list 2026: The incredible people from Greater Manchester recognised
The Manchester Evening News has spoken to some of the recipients of the prestigious royal honours about their inspiring stories
King's New Year Honours 2026: The full list of people from Greater Manchester
Some incredible people from our region have been honoured
The 19 ‘mood-boosting’ projects getting £500k from Andy Burnham
Almost 20 different projects around the region have won funding from the Greater Manchester Mayor's Green Spaces Fund.
University issues heartbreaking tribute to student Tom Dingle found dead in Christmas Day tragedy
The 19-year-old went missing on December 13
Don’t wait for summer: book a cheeky spa weekend now - locations across the UK from £79
Amazing UK spa deals you can enjoy right now because relaxation shouldn’t have a season.
Take a look at these adorable New Year's Day Wigan babies born over the years
Any baby’s arrival into the world is a special occasion, but there’s something especially momentous when that happens in the first few hours of a new year.
40 pictures that show the ever changing face of Wigan's Millgate over many years
Some parts of Wigan town centre haven’t changed a great deal over many decades. But, as these pictures from our archives show, the historic thoroughfare of Millgate is one whose landscape has shifted quite considerably.
Four road closures for Wigan drivers to look out for over the next fortnight
Drivers in and around Wigan will have four National Highways road closures to watch out for over the next fortnight.
Understanding protein, creatine, and vitamins for new athletes
It’s great to start a new fitness program: that is, unless you’ve got no clue what you’re doing or where to start.
Police confirm that a body found in woodland on Christmas Day was that of missing Wigan teen Tom Dingle
Formal identification has confirmed the tragic news that a body found in woodland on Christmas Day was indeed that of a missing Wigan student.
Police issue CCTV appeal after a vehicle is damaged in a car park at a Wigan cinema
Police have issued an appeal for information after a vehicle was damaged in a car park in Wigan.
Eight in 10 Brits would return or sell their unwanted gifts, according to research
Brits are looking to recoup the cost of unwanted gifts.
The busiest day for selling unwanted Christmas gifts is revealed
Sunday 4th January has been revealed as the busiest day for selling unwanted gifts after the festive season.
I visited one of Europe's best beach resorts and it was surprisingly cheap
Through the elevated spa window I fix my gaze on the northernmost tip of Fuerteventura as the cascading water relentlessly pounds my shoulders.
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UK weather: Snow forecast for Wigan next week as amber cold health alert issued for north west England
Watch the Met Office video forecast, as a UKHSA amber cold health alert is issued for north west England.