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Parents warned they will have to attend police station as anti-social behaviour plagues Leigh town centre
"Significant numbers of youths are still gathering in the area and causing distress to members of the public who are simply visiting to shop or meet friends"
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The top 10 things kids would do on holiday if they were in charge - and number one is no surprise!
If kids were in charge on holiday they'd eat dessert before mains, go treasure hunting - and have a giant water fight.
4-star Spain holiday from £259pp in loveholidays Spring sale - with pools, spa and activities (aff)
The loveholidays Spring sale has started - and this seven night holiday to a four star hotel in Spain is one of the best packages included.
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Stretford regeneration's next phase in latest planning, licensing and road closure notices across Greater Manchester
These are all the significant developments planned across the city-region
My favourite products from The Body Shop as iconic beauty brand celebrates turning 50 (aff)
With The Body Shop turning 50, there’s never been a better time to rediscover these favourites — or try them for the first time.
M&S Sparks: How does Marks and Spencer loyalty card work, what is birthday treat, are there changes? (aff)
Here’s all you need to know about how to get the most out of your Marks and Spencer Sparks card - and why you should sign up to one if you don’t already have one.
The new e.l.f. Cosmetics foundation beauty lovers are choosing for coverage that's just right (aff)
If you’re looking to upgrade your base routine without overcomplicating it, one product from e.l.f. Cosmetics is quickly becoming a go-to: the Soft Glam Satin Foundation.
AI and innovation recognised in 'outstanding' CQC rating
Wigan Council’s use of innovative technology, developed in partnership with Agilisys, has been highlighted as a key component of its recent adult social care assessment success.
These 20 roads in and around Wigan will be closed for work over the coming weeks
It is set to be a busy few weeks on the roads, with 20 temporary closures scheduled across Wigan borough so work can be carried out.
Review: Toyota Aygo X
Toyota keeps A-segment flag flying for electrified age
Review: Subaru Crosstrek Touring
The Subaru Crosstrek is not as well-known as it should be, says Julie Marshall
Bench boost for Wigan joinery students
Around 50 Wigan and Leigh College full-time Level 2 carpentry and joinery students took part in competition to construct a bench after being set a brief from the DeWalt Academy.
Meeting Father Christmas just got a lot easier as AirBaltic launches new flights from UK to Lapland (aff)
AirBaltic’s new winter routes to Kuusamo make it faster and simpler for families to to meet Father Christmas.
Brits spot 4-star Zante holiday from 279pp - and free child stays - in loveholidays Spring sale (aff)
The loveholidays Spring sale has started - and this seven night holiday to a four star hotel in Zante is one of the best packages included, and it even includes free child stays.
Met Office latest as heavy rain set to batter Greater Manchester this weekend
A mixed bag of weather is forecast over the next few days
A Wigan millionaire lottery winner put her artistic skills to the test while volunteering in Manchester
North West National Lottery winners, including one from Wigan, have been putting their creative and artistic skills to the test.
Work begins on a new travel hub in Wigan borough aimed at boosting the Bee Network
Work is starting on a new travel hub that will make it easier to get on the Bee Network in Wigan borough.
550 miles from Wigan, but still close to home: how a run to Paris is helping Wigan’s Little Heroes
This is bound to make you grin: only in Wigan could a morning scroll through Facebook turn into a 550‑mile run to Paris.
Parents rethink kids’ phones after screen time warning (aff)
New UK screen time guidance has parents searching for safer ways to manage children’s phone use and online access.
SXSW London unveils 2026 festival conference agenda and headline speakers - including Lioness Jill Scott MBE
SXSW London has announced its 2026 Festival Conference Agenda today (March 27).