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People urged to 999 if they see missing man last seen near Wigan
He was last seen in the Aspull area on Friday
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Horses which have ‘grazed the land for decades’ join protest march against huge Wigan green field development
500 homes and an industrial park are proposed for fields in Atherton
We've found the cheapest garden egg chair on the internet - it's only £80 (aff)
Have we found the cheapest egg chair on the market? At just £80 plus delivery it's selling fast
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Cremo Italian bergamot eau de toilette - the new signature scent for men (aff)
A citrus blend that balances freshness and subtle sophistication for everyday use.
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The practical baby gifts I’m buying for my friends that they will actually use (aff)
Thoughtful essentials that make those first weeks with a newborn easier.
The noise cancelling headphones Mrs Hinch uses are on sale on Amazon with more than 40% off (aff)
Mrs Hinch has been using these headphones to keep her motivated as she does her Spring clean, but you can also use them on holiday, during a workout and more - and now they have 44% off in the Amazon sale.
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This popular Ryanair size approved cabin bag is back in the Amazon sale for less than £7 (aff)
This popular cabin bag, which fits within Ryanair size requirements, is back in the Amazon sale with 65% off.
This holiday essential is skincare and make-up in one - and it's on sale with free delivery (aff)
This e.l.f. Cosmetics SPF 50 skin tint is a sun day and holiday essential that brings skincare and make-up together - and right now you can get it on sale and with free delivery.
10 lovely images of Wigan's Sunshine House open day from 2011
Sunshine House is a registered charity and community hub based in Scholes that provides comprehensive support, social activities, and welfare services to residents.
Wigan and Leigh Hospice volunteer Dorothy celebrates her 95th birthday
A much loved Wigan and Leigh Hospice shop volunteer has marked a remarkable milestone
Lisa Nandy MP: Labour is supporting Wigan families to get ready for primary school
Wigan MP Lisa Nandy discusses the support on offer for parents and children before they start school
Brillio named a Rising Star in European report
Brillio’s AI-first delivery approach, BFSI domain leadership, and co-developed agentic capabilities were recognised.
These are my must-have e.l.f makeup products for glowing skin on a budget (aff)
These affordable E.L.F. favourites are always in my makeup bag.
The home office chairs I’d buy if money was no object – from £30 to £1,698 (aff)
From bargain racing seats to luxury leather thrones, these home office chairs show how far you can push your setup if budget isn’t a concern
Everything you need to know about £50m transformation of Wigan’s jewel in the crown into a ‘destination of national importance’
This month planning approval was granted for the long-awaited £50m transformation of Haigh Hall which aims to make it an “iconic national destination.”
Wigan Little Theatre open day with VIP guest proves a success
Wigan MP and Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Lisa Nandy, dropped into Wigan Little Theatre’s open day and saw for herself what happens behind the scenes to get a production on stage.
Health column: A creative solution for improving health in Wigan borough
Wigan Council’s director of public health Rachael Musgrave looks at creative health.
£178 Breville Halo air fryer drops to £69 in short-lived 61% Amazon deal (aff)
Breville’s Halo air fryer crashes to £69 with a 61% discount – but stock is already disappearing fast
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BearJam first to commit 1% of AI production budget to nature
BearJam has become the first video production company to pledge 1% of their AI productions budget to English nature projects.
Porter Ponders : What a view from Billinge Lump, new road surfaces and a pigeon
I took a stroll up Billinge Lump on a clear evening and was rewarded by the views. Two new resurfaced roads and that pigeon.