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Wigan Warriors name matchday side for Leigh Leopards clash with one change made
The teams are in for Friday night’s Battle of the Borough between Wigan Warriors and Leigh Leopards
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The beauty buy shoppers say helped them smile more in photos and feel more confident
Feeling confident in front of the camera isn't always about finding the perfect angle. For many shoppers, a brighter smile has become an easy way to feel more comfortable in photos.
Amazon's number one Ryanair cabin bag is flying off the shelves
This bestselling travel backpack is designed to fit Ryanair's free cabin bag allowance while offering plenty of organised storage for holidays, work trips and weekends away.
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Man, 47, charged with firearms offences and making explosive substance
He has been charged with multiple offences
Man, 47, arrested on suspicion of burglary in Wigan neighbourhood
Enquiries continue
Wigan man arrested on suspicion of burglary as part of Operation Castle
A man from the Worsley area has been arrested on suspicion of burglary following a police operation.
Agreement signed for one of the world's largest vehicle inspection programmes
The consortium will overhaul Türkiye's vehicle inspection system with a $3 billion investment.
Police are looking for next of kin following the death of a 69-year-old man
Police have announced that they are looking for the next of kin of a man from Ashton-in-Makerfield.
Police warn people not to approach a 22-year-old man who they want to speak to about several thefts
Police are appealing for help to find a wanted man – but urge people not to approach him.
Wigan man accused of being involved in supplying class A drugs after arrest in Blackpool
A Wigan man has been charged with a drugs supply offence after being arrested in Blackpool.
Wigan man charged with drugs offences as part of huge police operation in Merseyside
A Wigan man is among eight people charged following a police operation in Merseyside involving more than 300 officers.
Review: Lexus LM
Lexus LM people carrier proves a surprise show-stopper
Man charged with making explosive substance and firearms offences after investigation in Skelmersdale
A man is due to appear in court after being charged with firearms offences and making an explosive substance.
Expect all kinds of twists and turns as the award-winning crime drama Sleuth comes to Wigan Little Theatre
Wigan Little Theatre's latest production, Sleuth by Anthony Shaffer, promises a captivating blend of suspense and theatrical intrigue, directed by Katie Davis.
Review: Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid
Julie Marshall finds Fiat’s new Grande Panda has a style all of its own
We tried out a caravan holiday in coastal Wales and this is what we thought
Having never visited Wales before, when give the opportunity for a four night stay at Aber Bay caravan park, just a short walk from Aberystwyth, I jumped at the chance.
LookFantastic has cut these BaByliss straighteners to half price this week
The premium BaByliss styling tool features longer titanium-ceramic plates, 13 heat settings and salon-grade heating technology, all for half its usual price this week
Lady of the Manor Hayley Karseras says this PRAI serum is a 'game changer' for smoother-looking legs
Fashion influencer Hayley Karseras, known to thousands online as Lady of the Manor 77, says one beauty buy has transformed the way she feels about wearing shorts, calling PRAI's Ageless Leg Perfecting Serum a "game changer" for creating smoother, more even-looking legs.
Benidorm is Murder review: John Hannah stars in a meta new crime drama that is weird enough to get away with murder
I blame Midsomer Murders for all this. Cosy crime, picturesque settings, guest stars whose faces are incredibly familiar but whose names never progress beyond the tip of your tongue – just like this week's new offering Benidorm is Murder (Channel 5, Thurs, 9pm).