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Wigan Athletic: The 12th Man - '...little else to brag about...I wouldn’t bet on them...'
Our panel of Latics observers take a step back from club matters this week to look ahead to this summer's World Cup...with one of our contributors hoping to see some action on his home patch of New City City!
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Win a Lamborghini Urus, Richard Mille watch, and £25k cash in 10p draw (aff)
A luxury Lamborghini SUV, ultra-premium Richard Mille watch and £25,000 cash are all up for grabs in one eye-catching competition
Five cosmetic essentials to add to your beauty bag if you want low-effort summer make-up (aff)
Summer beauty often works best when it feels easy so whether you're packing for a holiday, heading out for long weekend or simply swapping for a lighter make-up routine, these are the essentials you’ll want in your beauty bag this year.
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No fewer than 14 candidates will be contesting the Makerfield by-election
The eyes of the political world are on Makerfield as voters prepare for a history-making by-election.
Ring video doorbell bundle with no-drill mount drops to £49.99 (aff)
A bestselling Ring smart doorbell bundle with no-drill installation and 2K video has dropped to less than £50 on Amazon
Former Standish care home to be used to house six looked after children
Applicants Millenium Care said Windsor House was 'well suited and located to service the needs of a care facility for children'
From boardroom to bush tucker trials: Wigan CEOs take on a brutal charity challenge
A company boss I’m a Celebrity challenge is part of a month of fund-raising venture aimed at boosting Wigan Youth Zone coffers
John Newell impresses in German Truck Racing Championship
The manufacturing director impressed on the track at the Hockenheimring.
More alleged sexist posts by Reform Makerfield by-election candidate Robert Kenyon emerge
The candidate's past online activity and comments have come under futher scrutiny following the new claims
Grace & Stella eye masks linked to The Devil Wears Prada 2 beauty buzz are on Amazon (aff)
Under-eye patches continue gaining momentum as beauty shoppers look for quick skincare additions that fit into busy routines
Young culinary talent shines at West Lancashire College’s MasterChef final
See how gifted school pupils fared in a MasterChef compeition run by West Lancs College in Skelmersdale
Wigan business wins major housing award after helping thousands live independently
A Wigan family firm which specialises in helping people live independently is celebrating a coveted regional award.
Wigan slimmers trim down for Cancer Research UK
Cancer Research UK is 3,175 better off thanks to the charitable weightloss efforts of Wigan slimmers
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Lancaster SPF30 sun spray drops to £15 as UK heatwave hits (aff)
Lancaster’s lightweight SPF30 body water spray has received a major Amazon discount as shoppers stock up on summer sun protection during rising UK temperatures.
Diveblues handheld turbo fan drops below £15 in Amazon summer deal (aff)
A compact rechargeable handheld fan with up to 12 hours battery life has dropped below £15 in a limited-time Amazon deal
The Libertarian Party announces candidate for Makerfield by-election
The Libertarian Party has announced that Dan Clarke will be its candidate in the Makerfield by-election.
Amazon shoppers can grab these cooling pillow mats for under £8 (aff)
A bestselling cooling pillow mat set designed for hot sleepers and warmer nights has dropped below £8 in a limited-time Amazon deal
Price Bailey announces governance board appointments
The accountancy firm have announced a string of new appointments.
Carol Vorderman demands apology from Reform candidate for ‘abuse online’
Carol Vorderman has demanded an apology from a “cowardly” Reform UK candidate in the Makerfield by-election who supported an offensive post about her, according to reports.
Beauty fans can save £4 on e.l.f.’s glossy lip balm bundle that’s made for summer glow-ups (aff)
Beauty bundles that cut the price of your beauty faves and give you more of what you already want are the best kind - e.l.f.’s Ultimate Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm Bundle does exactly that.