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Millions of phone users can get free battery upgrades on top-of-the-range smartphones
A little known Vodafone Business perk means millions of sole traders and small business owners can get free battery upgrades on the new Google Pixel 10 Pro.
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Black Friday deal: Get a full year of Wigan Today for just £1 a month in our unmissable offer
There’s never been a better time to subscribe to Wigan Today - and now you can grab a full year’s access for just £12 with our best ever Black Friday discount.
How a tiny arm patch is helping people beat cravings, boost energy and lose weight
A new glucose-tracking biosensor is going viral for showing users exactly how food affects their energy, hunger and mood in real time.
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Local Wildlife Trust launches ‘£1 at Christmas’ appeal to restore wild spaces and protect local wildlife
This Christmas, Lancashire Wildlife Trust is inviting people across the region to be ‘quids in for nature’ by giving just £1 to help protect and restore wild spaces.
Last chance for huge Smilie whitening deal as shoppers rush for £55 dentist-developed kit
A dentist-developed whitening kit trusted worldwide has dropped to £55 for Black Friday, but the deal ends at midnight on Wednesday, 3 December.
90% off smart OBD scanner now at £9.99 - drivers are snapping it up
A smart OBD scanner claiming a huge 90% discount has dropped to £9.99, giving drivers a low-cost way to diagnose faults without pricey garage scans
Full list of Christmas Day posting deadlines - one is just 10 DAYS away
Sending Christmas parcels can be a minefield, but a new list of courier cut-off dates shows exactly when gifts must be posted to arrive on time
A former Conservative MP in Wigan borough has made the switch to Reform UK
A former Wigan borough MP has announced that he has left the Conservative Party and joined Reform UK.
Christmas has arrived in Wigan as a family held the official switch-on for their fantastic festive lights
A 10-second countdown and the flick of a switch at one Wigan house marked the start of Christmas.
Children's charity The Principle Trust teams up with Brick Multibank Wigan to bring holiday cheer to respite homes
This Christmas, The Principle Trust is thrilled to announce a partnership with Brick Multibank to provide toys, games, kitchenware, and other essential items to children and families in our respite homes.
Wigan’s happy workers generate a 13 per cent productivity boost
Employee wellbeing is becoming an increasingly important issue for businesses across Wigan, from town-centre offices to the borough’s manufacturing and logistics hubs.
Autumn Budget Statement - Jo Platt
The Autumn Budget is always a moment for debate and discussion and this year is no different.
How a 75-year-old cancer sufferer had to spend the night in a car outside Wigan Infimary in sub-zero temperatures because A&E was full
A Wigan grandma battling cancer was forced to spend the night sitting in a car outside Wigan Infirmary, as temperatures fell below zero, because A&E was full to overflowing.
Fly off to Marrakech for just £79 with hotel and a sunset camel ride included
A winter escape to Marrakech can cost as little as £79pp, with flights, a four-star stay, breakfast and a guided camel ride all bundled in
Male grooming fans rush to huge Christmas sale with up to 30% off essentials
A leading men’s grooming range has slashed prices by up to 30%, with premium scents and everyday essentials all included in the Christmas sale
“I wear mine every day” Shoppers rush for this Christmas ring deal from Hope Rings
“I didn’t expect to love it this much, but the ring I bought from Hope Rings is the one I reach for every morning,” a recent buyer said as orders climbed ahead of the delivery cut-off.
Wigan drink-drive alert issued ahead of festive season
Motorists in Wigan are being urged to take extra care this Christmas after new data revealed Greater Manchester drivers are more likely to be breath tested in December than anywhere else in the UK – apart from South Wales.
Free winter car fixes that prevent breakdowns in freezing weather
Winter is tough on cars, but a few simple £0 fixes can help you avoid a cold-weather breakdown and keep your vehicle running smoothly
Lidl unveils ‘Lidl Wrapped’ - festive paper inspired by the UK’s top buys
Lidl has released its first-ever ‘Lidl Wrapped’, showcasing shopping habits and top buys through wacky, festive wrapping paper inspired by some of the nation’s much-loved products.
Global leaders launch panel to accelerate action to end gender-based violence
New report calls for coordinated leadership, sustained financing, and system-wide prevention to confront a global crisis affecting over one billion women and girls.