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Police are looking for a 22-year-old man wanted on recall to prison and he could be in Wigan
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Mayor Andy Burnham brews up as he opens Wigan's latest welcoming pantry café
Church Wigan and the Diocese of Liverpool welcomed Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to perform the official opening of the new Ashton Pantry Café in Wigan.
Planet Rock’s Wyatt Wendels arrives in Ashton-in-Makerfield on epic 700-mile “Road to Rockstock” challenge
Planet Rock presenter Wyatt Wendels is set to arrive in Ashton-in-Makerfield on Tuesday, as part of his extraordinary 700-mile ‘Road to Rockstock’ endurance challenge to raise funds for Cash for Kids, supporting children and young people’s mental health across the UK.
HC-One’s Ash Tree House Care Home to host festive Christmas fair in Hindley
The Ash Tree House Care Home in Hindley is spreading festive cheer this December with a Christmas Fair on Saturday December 13 from 1pm to 4pm.
Teachers report seeing hungry Wigan children in classrooms on a regular basis
Shocking new research reveals that children across the North West and Wigan are arriving at school so hungry they cannot concentrate, with teachers in Liverpool and Merseyside reporting seeing hungry pupils daily.
Disneyland Paris has opened its doors for an exclusive look at World of Frozen
Disneyland Paris has opened its doors for a rare behind-the-scenes look at World of Frozen – complete with a spectacular drone show revealing the date for its newly reimagined second park, Disney Adventure World.
The Black Friday beauty deal that promises clinic-level results in 30 minutes
A single 30-minute facial treatment is being called the next big thing in skincare – and this Black Friday, it’s part of a rare 30% off offer.
A Wigan woman is accused of dumping bin bags full of waste behind someone's home
A 30-year-old Wigan woman has been accused of fly-tipping.
More than 100 domestic abuse protection orders have been issued to protect victims in Wigan
More than one in five of the domestic abuse protection orders secured by Greater Manchester Police in the past 12 months was in Wigan, it has been revealed.
What we know about the Wigan nightclub investigation
Police issued an update on the investigation
The 29 GP surgeries in the North West with 'very helpful' receptionists - according to patients
Patients across the North West have shared how they feel their GP receptionist is performing ☎
Deputy Governor of the Bank of England inspires students at Winstanley College economics event
Winstanley College welcomed Clare Lombardelli, Deputy Governor of the Bank of England, for an extraordinary economics event that brought together Winstanley students and pupils from local schools for an unforgettable learning experience.
Struggling businesses hoping for Budget boost says R3 in the North West as it responds to latest insolvency statistics
Local businesses will be hoping for measures which boost economic activity in tomorrow’s Autumn Budget, as latest insolvency figures highlight a concerning upward trend in struggling companies.
NEW RESEARCH REVEALS LOCAL AUTHORITIES IN NORTH WEST ENGLAND ARE EACH OWED £2.4 MILLION IN RENTAL ARREARS
New research has revealed that local authorities in North West England are each owed an average of £2.4m in rental arrears from social housing.
Why a lasting power of attorney isn’t just for later life
A friend has suddenly fallen ill, which has made me think about getting my affairs in order. I’ve heard of setting up a lasting power of attorney, but I don’t really know where to begin, or if I really need to, as I’m not very old.
Sweet spot: How AI is revolutionising diabetes care for patients in Wigan
To mark Diabetes Awareness Month, Optegra Eye Health Care is highlighting how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the fight against diabetes, a condition which affects around 4.6 million people in the UK and puts them at higher risk of developing eye disease and vision loss.
Solar panels are set to be installed at a Leigh primary school in a £100m Government scheme
Pupils at a Wigan borough school will benefit from more money for textbooks and teaching thanks to new solar panels.
Wigan's hospital trust celebrated the hard work of its employees at the fourth annual STAR Awards
Staff at Wigan’s hospitals were treated to a night of celebration at the fourth annual STAR Awards.