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Wigan Athletic chief delighted at Tartan trend continuation - 'flying the flag'
Gary Caldwell has welcomed Fraser Murray continuing the proud record of Scottish stars making their mark at Wigan Athletic.
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Brits spot 5-star Greece holiday from £379pp in loveholidays Spring sale
The loveholidays Spring sale has started - and this seven night holiday to a five star hotel in Greece is one of the best packages included.
More than half of adults 'gutted' when parents bought them their last chocolate egg
More than half of adults felt ‘gutted’ when they realised they had received their last chocolate egg from their parents.
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'I woke up one morning and my entire breast had collapsed - I knew it was serious'
Sue Cook, 71, has praised Cancer Research UK for 'saving her life' after a shock diagnosis 17 years ago
Nanny Diaries: growing up with empathy
I was reminded this week of the sad differences in the lives of some children.
Sound HER Out builds momentum as women in music come together for inspiring Wigan event
A campaign to support women in music is gaining momentum across Wigan, following a powerful Sound HER Out event that left attendees feeling energised, connected, and ready to take their next steps in the industry.
Ninja air fryer drops to £119 - near lowest price and ending soon (aff)
This best-selling Ninja air fryer has dipped back to one of its lowest prices in months – but the deal won’t hang around for long.
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Boots drops two beauty boxes with savings of more than 50% (aff)
Boots has launched two new beauty boxes for March 2026, including the New and Trending Beauty Box and the Baby Sleep Box, with both offering savings of more than 50% compared with the value of the products inside.
Office building in Leigh set to become education centre for students who find attending school difficult
The centre, for up to 20 youngsters, would aim to 'reintegrate pupils back into education, employment, or training'
Closure order granted at huge Wigan illegal toxic waste site
An estimated 25,000 tonnes of toxic waste has been dumped in Bickershaw
Most parents won’t spot this GCSE revision mistake until it’s too late (aff)
Many students revise over Easter – but experts warn one common approach may be holding them back when it matters most.
How to save petrol: 10 expert tips from the AA and RAC as fuel prices surge (aff)
Fuel prices are rising again – but simple changes to how you drive could cut your petrol costs more than you think.
Greater Manchester’s property hotspot where house prices are rising faster than anywhere else in UK
Properties now cost £12,000 more in this part of the region compared to a year ago
Families rushing to snap up £55 Harvester meal for four saving £40 (aff)
We’ve found a standout Harvester deal that lets a family of four enjoy three courses for £55 – a rare chance to eat out for less without cutting corners.
This Shark steam mop just crashed to its lowest price in months (aff)
This popular Shark steam mop has dropped to £59 – and price data shows it’s a genuine low, not a short-term spike.
Closure order granted at illegal Wigan waste site as Government commits to clearance
A closure order to restrict access to the illegal waste site at Bolton House Road has been secured by Wigan Council.
Last chance to enter £1.4m dream home draw with Rolls Royce, Lamborghini and £100k cash
Time is running out on a headline-grabbing prize draw offering a luxury Lancashire home, two supercars and £100,000 – with tickets from just 19p
Take a look at the latest Wigan hygiene ratings as a number of eateries were inspected in January
A number of Wigan eateries started the year with a food hygiene inspection.
MIXX Sleep Earplugs - available from MIXX and Amazon for only £20
Up to one third of the UK population are believed to suffer from insomnia which can affect mood, energy and concentration levels, relationships, and the ability to stay awake and function during the day.
A Wigan flat which was a hot-spot for crime and drug-related activity has been closed
A closure order has been placed on a Wigan flat after “serious and persistent” crime and anti-social behaviour.