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Festival fans can save on this pop-up camping tent for summer (aff)
A fast-pitch waterproof camping tent designed for festivals, staycations and outdoor adventures has received a timely Amazon discount ahead of summer.
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Police need help to find a Wigan man's next of kin who sadly passed away
Police need help to find a Wigan man’s next of kin after he sadly died yesterday (June 4).
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Travel warning issued with no trains running between Wigan and Warrington this weekend
Avanti West Coast services between London and Scotland will be affected
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Delays after police incident shuts M6 northbound between Leyland and Standish
Motorway cameras captured police at the scene on the M6 this afternoon...
Leigh book-keeper awaits her punishment after stealing from Haydock Park Golf Club
A Leigh woman has been found guilty of taking thousands of pounds from a golf club by abusing her position as a book-keeper.
This affordable IPL hair remover has earned “game-changer” status among beauty lovers (aff)
Offering a convenient at-home alternative to professional treatments, the Keskine IPL machine aims to deliver long-lasting hair reduction for a fraction of the cost.
Purito Seoul outlines global brand vision for 2026
Purito Seoul has unveiled its long-term global vision for 2026, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable brand growth and expanded international engagement.
The colourful floor chairs that could become a family favourite this summer (aff)
Lightweight, colourful and surprisingly versatile, these unusual floor chairs could be the perfect addition to your summer garden setup
Reform UK candidate Rob Kenyon reveals his six key pledges for Makerfield ahead of by-election
Reform UK’s candidate for the Makerfield by-election has revealed his six key pledges for the constituency should he become its next MP.
Women have their say on voting for Reform UK in the Makerfield by-election
Navigating the streets of Hindley, you would be hard-pressed to judge whether it is Reform or Labour who hold greater sway over this corner of Wigan.
This self-emptying Shark vacuum is now £150 cheaper on Amazon - save 43% (aff)
A substantial £150 discount has brought Shark's self-emptying cordless vacuum below £200, making the premium cleaning technology far more accessible
A £20k appeal has been launched for a Wigan woman told she had 12 months to live 10 years ago
A fund-raising appeal has been launched for a Wigan woman living with a brain tumour for 10 years.
Wigan theatre company ThickSkin invites people to try creative movement and a play reading group
A theatre company based in Wigan is urging people to get involved as it launches new initiatives.
Half of Gen Zs have started their own business
Half of Gen Zs have started their own business ranging from side hustles to fully-fledged companies - the most of any generation.
Wigan Chess Club hopes to attract new players after being crowned league champions
Wigan Chess Club members are celebrating success after winning the league.
Tesla car crashes into Wigan borough house with two taken to hospital
A Tesla car crashed into a house in Atherton with emergency services in attendance.
A bricklaying apprentice is celebrating winning a top award at Wigan and Leigh College
Delight as a bricklaying apprentice scoops an award at Wigan and Leigh College.
XTransfer and Societe Generale announce cross-border payment partnership
The partnership aims to streamline cross-border payments for global trade transactions.
Why your skin feels tight after washing your face – and the beauty product that could help (aff)
As more shoppers focus on protecting their skin barrier, the ICONIC London Underglow Matcha Melting Cleansing Balm is winning over beauty fans for its ability to cleanse while helping skin feel soft and hydrated.