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Oakcastle BK100 bookshelf speakers review: Only £69.99 and surprisingly powerful (aff)

These Oakcastle BK100 speakers combine punchy performance and versatility at a price that feels too good to ignore

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Say bye to boring luggage with these beautiful colourful suitcases which fit Ryanair guidelines (aff)

These colourful pink, green and blue suitcases from the new Sara Miller London travel collection are ideal for your next holiday.

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Tragedy as 'lovely' GMP volunteer cadet dies aged just 15

Alyssa Ashcroft was a member of the Wigan Cadet Unit

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This kamado egg BBQ is £64.99 in 62% off deal – is it the cheapest online? (aff)

A compact ceramic egg barbecue has dropped to £64.99 in a huge discount that’s catching shoppers’ attention

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This electric standing desk is a bargain – and it could transform your workday (aff)

A compact electric standing desk with presets and smooth height control offers an easy upgrade for home working

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Closure order for council owned flat extended due to 'disruptive behaviour'

A partial closure order for a council owned flat has been extended by the courts.

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A Wigan 15-year-old has been described as a 'lovely young lady' after her tragic death

Tributes have been paid after the death of a Wigan schoolgirl from cancer.

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DJI launches beginner-friendly camera drone series with Lito X1 and Lito 1

Creators now have an accessible option for filming high-quality aerial photography while flying safely with omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

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Half of Brits fear investing their money

Half of Brits fear investing their money – due to concerns of losing it, economic uncertainty and being overwhelmed by jargon.

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Shoppers rush to buy ghd’s 2-in-1 viral hair tool which dries and styles - get 54% off on Amazon

If your morning routine currently involves juggling a hairdryer and straighteners, the ghd Duet Style might just be the upgrade your routine has been waiting for.

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Army veteran’s marathon effort for Royal British Legion

A former British Army serviceman from Wigan is taking on this year’s London Marathon in support of the Royal British Legion, after the charity stepped in to secure him vital compensation following a life‑changing injury.

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A primary school near Wigan unveils new preschool provision

Billinge Chapel End Primary School, part of Everyone Matters Schools Trust, has officially opened its new preschool for young children aged nine months to two years.

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Seven women join Wigan firm as first all-female smart meter engineer apprenticeship cohort

Calisen, the Wigan-based smart meter provider, has welcomed seven women as its first female apprenticeship cohort.

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Wigan counsellors take on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge

A group of Wigan counsellors, along with their friends and family, are taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge in May, in order to raise much needed funds for a local counselling organisation.

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The Boots mini holiday beauty bag is my go-to travel essential for summer (aff)

The beauty essentials to keep me looking good for every trip away.

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Wigan Sea Cadets taking pride in their community on Earth Day

Members of Wigan Sea Cadets demonstrated their commitment to the local community by taking part in a litter picking initiative to mark Earth Day.

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Police investigating a suspected county lines group arrested a Wigan woman during dawn raids

A Wigan woman was among four people arrested in dawn raids by police investigating a suspected county lines criminal network.

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PixerLens and Tata Consultancy Services announce strategic partnership

The partnership will deliver AI-powered application intelligence on the TCS SovereignSecure Cloud.

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Nanny Diaries: the childhood joys of creating a den

How creating a den is a great way for children to let loose their imagination

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Financial Matters: when you might need to fill in a tax self-assessment return for the first time

Do you need to complete a self-assessment tax return this year?