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Weakened Wigan unable to match Aldwinians up top
Wigan welcomed Aldwinians to Douglas Valley with all eyes on the pack, as a number of injuries left the home side scratching around for a front row.
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Why I only use the ghd original styler for professional looking hair at home — now 29% off
Trust me once you’ve styled your hair with ghd, you’ll never look back.
MP accuses Environment Agency of ‘throwing mud in face of working-class people' in Wigan village as toxic tip row rumbles on
A Wigan MP has blasted the Environment Agency over what he says is its failure to remove toxic waste in a village in his constituency.
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Weather warning in force in Wigan as 60mm of rain forecast - when Met Office warning will be in place until
Watch the Met Office video forecast, as a weather warning is in place for Wigan.
These are the eight best-rated garden centres and nurseries you can visit in or around Wigan for wreaths this Christmas
With Christmas fast approaching, may people will be looking for places to find festive wreaths.
Don’t forget your pets this Christmas: making the season easier with an Animed pet food subscription
Give yourself peace of mind to this Christmas with Animed pet food.
Mountain rescue joins in search for missing Wigan teen Tom Dingle
Residents are discussing putting together search parties as the hunt for a vulnerable missing Wigan teenager continues.
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The best Christmas Spa getaways across the UK to treat mum (and yourself) this year
Luxurious spa breaks across the UK is the perfect way to relax, reconnect and recharge this Christmas.
Complaints of Christmas mail not being delivered in Wigan and postie shortages
Confusion reigns today as to whether Wiganers are getting their usual Christmas service as far as mail deliveries are concerned.
Simba Hybrid bedding review: is premium sleep gear worth the price?
£700 on pillows and duvets sounds outrageous — but after testing Simba’s Hybrid bedding range, the results were surprising
Five generations of Wigan women
Pictured here is Wigan great-great grandma May Doran with four other generations of her family.
Karcher WV 6 Plus window vac review: the £65 deal that makes cleaning weirdly satisfying
If you’ve never tried a window vac, the Karcher WV 6 Plus makes it obvious why people rave about them — and it’s currently at one of the best prices we’ve seen
Police swoop after man with 'bow and arrow' causes 'alarm' to children on school bus
Officers made an arrest
Man arrested over Wigan school bus bow and arrow incident
An arrest has been made after police were called to a Wigan housing estate where a man was seen with a bow and arrow, distressing passengers on a passing school bus.
Suspects named following alleged crossbow incident
Three men have been charged in connection with the incident on Thursday
I spent the whole day driving a Tesla around rural Wales - on one charge
A long loop through the Brecon Beacons gave the Tesla Model Y Performance a proper workout — from twisty climbs to real-world range tests
Police helicopter and drone join search for missing Appley Bridge teenager Tom Dingle
A major police search operation has been launched as fears grow for the safety of a vulnerable Wigan teenager.
“I’ll never take this ring off” this is the most thoughtful gift to give this Christmas
A thoughtful gesture to show your loved ones you care.
Best North West spa deals for Christmas gifting with huge savings
If you need a last minute Christmas present or a quick escape before the year ends, the North West has some of the strongest-value spa deals in the country and many are selling out fast.
Hours remain to save 63% on a DNA test that can help you trace your roots
A major MyHeritage discount ends this weekend, giving you a final chance to grab a low-cost DNA test that can uncover your roots and reconnect long-lost family