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Christmas beauty gifts from Lookfantastic that will make you feel extra special this festive season
From party-prep to men’s fragrance these are the best beauty gifts to shop now.
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Trains delayed and cancelled as tree blocks line in Greater Manchester
Disruption is expected to continue until 8pm
This bank is offering up to 4.08% AER on instant-access savings — but most people don’t know it exists
Loyalty doesn’t pay any more. Some banks now offer instant access savings rates far higher than traditional high-street accounts—making switching one of the easiest financial wins available.
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Man left with fractured skull in 'altercation' after FA Cup match
Police are appealing for witnesses
A naked gladiator statue can stay in Wigan for now as council bosses offer a reprieve
Council bosses no longer plan to take action over a controversial 20ft golden statue of a naked man.
The must-have beauty gadget for Christmas Dyson Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer is on sale with £100 off
If there was ever a sign that you need to buy the Dyson Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer - this is it.
This £99 power bank is now just £19.99 — and it sticks to your phone
A tiny power bank that wirelessly sticks to your phone and gives a full top-up is now just £19.99 — thanks to an 80% Amazon discount
A shoplifter who stole from Greggs in Leigh twice has been given a criminal behaviour order
A woman who was twice caught stealing from Greggs has been banned from two shopping areas in Leigh.
Wigan councillors dug deep to buy a new refrigerator for an organisation tackling food waste
A Wigan organisation has received a cool boost to help with its mission of tackling food waste.
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Wigan children left with “soaked” feet after school path flooding which residents blame on nearby development
Mum Stacy Bodders filmed herself walking along the flooded school path in Wigan.
Make their Christmas brighter with a sentimental gift that keeps loved ones close
Hope Rings collection is a thoughtful gift for life’s most difficult moments.
Assaia secures funding to enhance global AI leadership in airport operations
The Zurich-based aviation company has managed to raise $26.6 million.
Voting opens for 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards
More than 500 charities are competing for national recognition.
Only 16 days to Christmas - here are some great last minute gift ideas
Christmas is only 16 days away so many may be looking for last minute gifts.
CAU Advent Run
Elliot is raising funds for the Community Assessment Unit at Wigan, Wrightington, and Leigh.
CTEK NXT 5 review: is the new smart charger worth the upgrade?
The MXS 5.0 has been the gold standard for years — now the CTEK NXT 5 steps in with a fresh design, better battery logic and support for lithium tech. But is it an upgrade you need or just a nice-to-have?
From pepperoni to property owner: pizza boss wins a £695k home for 95p
One lucky takeaway owner has turned loose change into a life-changing win after scooping a house and a brand-new BMW in a BOTB competition
Happy memories of Haigh Woodland Park's crazy golf course over the years
The Friends of Haigh Woodland Park put out an appeal the other day for charities to bid to run the attraction’s crazy golf course for a day in order to raise funds for themselves.
Wigan and Leigh College students impress as they perform Beauty and the Beast
Wigan and Leigh College students took to the stage for a magical performance of Beauty and the Beast.