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Four people arrested after a disturbance was reported in Wigan town centre
One 18-year-old male and three 17-year-olds have been arrested and remain in custody
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Review: Kamado Joe BBQ deal finally convinced me to upgrade from my smoker – and I’m blown away (aff)
After years using a ProQ smoker, I finally took the plunge on a Kamado Joe ceramic grill after spotting a deal that slashed the price below £810 and bundled in valuable extras.
Police are searching for a 78-year-old man who has been reported missing
Police are appealing for help to find a missing pensioner who has links to the borough.
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'Our political establishment needs to change': Makerfield MP speaks out after Labour's local election defeat
Labour’s Makerfield MP says the party must rebuild “from the ground up” following the disastrous results in the local elections.
Four people arrested after major incident in Wigan town centre
An incident has occurred today (Friday May 8) in Wigan town centre with investigations ongoing.
Everything new at Alton Towers for 2026 – Bluey ride and Nemesis (aff)
A major new family attraction, the return of Nemesis and extended Twilight openings are among the biggest changes visitors will notice at Alton Towers in 2026.
A man in his 40s has died after he was found collapsed in a Wigan allotment
Emergency workers have been unable to save the life of a man found collapsed at a Wigan allotment this morning (Friday May 8).
Police release CCTV image after sexual assault on a train heading to Wigan
Police have released an image of a man they are looking to question after a sexual assault on a train.
Man dies after major emergency response in Ashton-in-Makerfield
Police have confirmed a man in his 40s has died amid a major incident response
Possible sighting of missing teen as police continue to appeal for help to find her
Police have renewed their appeal for help to find a missing teenager.
Popular 2-in-1 easyJet cabin bag loved by holidaymakers is discounted in Amazon sale for a limited time (aff)
This 2-in-1 backpack is a great choice for travellers who want to get as much as they can out of their easyJet cabin bag allowance.
Man sexually assaulted on train to Wigan as police release CCTV
Detectives believe this man can assist with their enquiries
The Kärcher Window Vac that Mrs Hinch uses is on sale on Amazon again - and it's now even cheaper (aff)
The Kärcher Window Vac that Mrs Hinch uses around her home has gone on sale on Amazon again - and it’s even cheaper than before.
A Wigan mum has paid tribute to her 'incredible' daughter after her death at just 15 years old
A Wigan mum has urged people to consider becoming bone marrow donors after the tragic death of her “amazing” 15-year-old daughter.
Google launches new Fitbit Air: I found these affordable fitness trackers you can buy now for under £25 (aff)
The new Fitbit Air is available for pre-order, but you can purchase these alternatives now.
Millennium Care publishes a report showing the impact it has made over the past 12 months
Care provider Millennium Care releases a report showing the difference it has made.
Wigan savers still have time to use £20,000 tax-free ISA allowance before rule change
Advice about using the £20,000 tax-free ISA allowance before rules change next year.
Gas pipes in Wigan will be upgraded as part of Cadent’s £90m upgrade to secure future supply
Gas pipes in Wigan will be upgraded as part of a £90m project across the North West.
West Lancashire College's GCSE students were boosted by motivational guest speakers ahead of their exams
College students have benefited from workshops by two external speakers as they prepare for GCSE exams.
It has been a catastrophic night for Labour in Wigan after Reform won big: see the full results
The Labour Party endured a catastrophic night in Wigan and Leigh as voters gave them “a kicking”, with Reform UK winning 24 out of 25 seats up for grabs.