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Wigan Reform councillor allegedly called for former Conservative politicians to be shot
A Reform councillor in Wigan is “under investigation” by his own party after social media posts resurfaced which appear to show him calling for former politicians to “be shot.”
This £59 portable air cooler deal includes a 4L tank, ice pack and oscillation
The Wowcher offer includes a portable oscillating air cooler with three speed settings, removable wheels, a 4L tank and an ice pack for extra cooling on warmer days
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Scoop of the year: Aldi’s vanilla ice cream wins Which? taste test – beating big brands at over double the price
Savvy shoppers can scoop up a luxury treat and save up to £3.06 compared to expensive, lower scoring alternatives from Häagen-Dazs, Yeo Valley and Waitrose.
A Wigan 25-year-old who seriously injured a woman has been jailed for two years
A Wigan man who admitted to attacking a woman has been jailed.
Inmate continued to run his crime gang from behind bars, before his secret iPhone revealed all
Three men have been sentenced after a major investigation into HMP Hindley
Ex-Wigan striker Marlon King wins court battle over dad's £600k will in bitter family feud
Marlon King disputed the document was properly signed
Lupin named among world's most sustainable companies by TIME and Statista
The global pharmaceuticals company has been recognised for its positive social impact.
EE launches 'mentor badge' to support boys both on and off the pitch
England's exploits this summer have been defined by resilience, but it's the team’s composure that's resonating with fans the most.
Smiles all round as Wigan's Party on the Pitch 2026 is hailed a brilliant success
Organisers of the third annual Party on the Pitch - a musical event raising money for Orrell St James’s ARFLC - has been hailed a triumph
A hit, laugh-out-loud comedy from the pen of Ian Hislop is coming to Leigh
St Joseph’s Players in Leigh are to put on a hit stage comedy which makes gentle fun of amateur dramatics and Hollywood egos
In his latest Nature Notes column, wildlife expert Graham Workman introduces us to the jackdaw
Wildlife expert Graham Workman has been in the privilged position of being able to get up close and personal with a family of jackdaws - Coleus monedula - this week
Sainsbury's launches match-day feast with pizzas, garlic bread and drinks for under £10
Football fans can pick from pizzas, garlic bread, soft drinks, cider and beer in Sainsbury's latest online promotion for Nectar card holders.
Amazon Choice Olay night cream drops to £14.99 after 3,000 bought in one month
The Olay overnight moisturiser has become one of Amazon’s popular beauty buys, and it’s now on sale for less than £15
Are you looking for a new evening perfume? This £14.99 new Boots scent could be it
When it comes to evening perfumes, beauty lovers often want something richer, warmer and more memorable and a new affordable launch at Boots could tick all the right boxes.
Deal with blackheads, clogged pores and oily skin easily with this beauty tool - now in Amazon sale
The reusable pore-cleansing device could help tackle blackheads, clogged pores and oily skin without expensive salon treatments
Tony Porter Ponders: are Sony committing hara-kiri going discless and no likey for the bricky
Columnist Tony Porter predicts that Sony’s plans only to have games to download online will fail and force an eventual U-turn
Why armed officers and the force helicopter descended on Standish on Saturday night
A man has been questioned over assault following a major police operation in a Wigan village.
Reform councillor in Wigan under investigation over social media posts calling for politicians to be 'shot'
The alleged posts made by the Reform councillor in Wigan included references to shootings and hangings
Police stopping drivers across Greater Manchester after England v Mexico World Cup clash
Punters were able to watch the World Cup match in pubs until 5am