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Police issue update as boy, 15, missing from home for eight days
People are being urged to dial 999 if they see him
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Find out Wigan council house tenants' reaction to their rents going up by almost 5%
Residents in Wigan seem broadly accepting of a 4.8 per cent rise in council home rents – but they want maintenance and repairs of their properties to be sped up.
This bank account could quietly generate up to £10,000 in interest next year
Customers with healthy cash balances could be missing out on thousands a year by leaving money sitting idle in traditional accounts
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This '£145' Speyside whisky is just £21.35 in a brilliant Amazon deal
A premium Speyside malt selling for more than £145 elsewhere is available for just £21.35 on Amazon
Urgent appeal over missing girl, 14, and boy, 15, last seen at 3am
Merseyside Police have launched an appeal for missing Birkenhead teenager Chloe Kelly, 14, and her friend Nico, 15 from Wigan
Greater Manchester driver arrested after e-bike rider injured in horror crash
He has been taken to custody for questioning
Everything you need to know as search for missing teenager hits grim milestone
The family of Tom Diggle have urged him to come home
'We're going out of our minds with worry, we love him so much - we just want him home safe'
The family of missing teenager Tom Dingle have issued an emotional plea for him to come home
Try this gorgeous watch on in virtual reality with a free online tool
Citizen has added a smart virtual try-on system that lets buyers see how its watches look before heading to a shop
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Rab’s new Microlight Windstopper takes an already brilliant jacket up a gear
Rab’s Microlight has long been a go-to for versatile warmth, but the new Windstopper version adds Gore-Tex brilliance to create a jacket that’s noticeably tougher against the elements without losing its lightweight feel
I tried a food subscription as a gift and it was unforgettable (aff)
Food subscriptions are one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give. They arrive month after month, spark new ideas in the kitchen and feel like a surprise every time the box lands on the doorstep.
Start the New Year with a cosy family escape at Travelodge that everyone will love
Don’t wait till summer to book your next holiday - Travelodge has locations all over the UK.
Nanny Diaries: Christmas chaos!
It’s been a LONG week for Emma. Because children, as any parent or childcarer knows, can be very tricky at Christmas.
A Wigan man who was found guilty of rape has been jailed for four years and four months
A Wigan man has been sentenced to more than four years in prison for rape.
Clara hair tools review: are these Boots discounts worth getting excited about?
Clara has launched in the UK with big Boots discounts, and early testing suggests these styling tools punch above their price
Health Column: Finding light and connection this festive season
As Christmas lights sparkle across Wigan borough and homes prepare for festive celebrations, it’s important to remember that this season doesn’t feel the same for everyone.
Over 900 stops and 100 arrests made as Greater Manchester Police cracks down on drink and drug driving over the festive period
Greater Manchester Police has intensified its enforcement against drink and drug driving during the festive period, resulting in more than 900 roadside stops and over 100 arrests so far.
King Henry VIII and Queen Victoria have been immortalised – on chocolate coins
King Henry VIII and Queen Victoria have been immortalised – on a set of chocolate coins.
Firefighters have thanked 'incredibly brave' Leigh residents who rescued their neighbours from a house fire
Firefighters have praised neighbours who “bravely” rescued a family from their burning home.
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Four months of music, podcasts and audiobooks for free? This deal ends soon
A generous free trial is offering months of ad-free music, podcasts and audiobooks, but the window to sign up is closing fast