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Why Estée Lauder Double Wear is still the foundation everyone recommends (aff)

From weddings to workdays and summer events, this iconic foundation has become a makeup bag staple for anyone wanting reliable all-day coverage

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Very's elegant brown midaxi dress is made for summer weddings

Elegant, versatile and easy to style, this beautiful Very Collection dress is one you'll reach for all season long

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Family speak of shock after beloved mum killed in head-on collision near Wigan

Anita Ashcroft's family said she would be 'terribly missed'

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A man and woman who died after a crash near Wrightington Hospital have been named as their families pay tribute to them

The families of two people who died after a crash in Wrightington have paid tribute to them.

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Speeding driver avoids jail after crashing into mum-of-two as she crossed the road

"To every parent in this room - there but for the grace of God - it can happen to you"

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Eight years in jail for OCG leader who produced cocaine worth more than £1.6m

The leader of an organised crime group caught after drugs raids in Wigan borough has been jailed for eight years.

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Police say a woman who has been missing since Monday is known to visit Wigan

Police are appealing for help to find a missing woman who is known to visit Wigan.

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Xryma Plc approved to trade on Euronext Paris Stock Exchange

Xyrma has gained regulatory approval from the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission to trade on Euronext Paris Stock Exchange.

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TikTok beauty favourite e.l.f Cosmetics launches driving lesson giveaway that can save learner drivers £300

e.l.f. Cosmetics has partnered with RED Driver Training to give away thousands of driving lesson vouchers, which could save learners hundreds of pounds.

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Football cards up for grabs as £20,000 case go to auction

Collectible enthusiasts can bid for individual cards for only £1.

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Gen Z are the UK’s most sauce-obsessed generation and a staggering 90% have asked for extra sauce in a fast food restaurant

For Gen Z, sauce is the main character of the meal.

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Make mine a 'Vera Lynn': Care home residents create one of the world's best gins and wins Master Medal

Working alongside Oxfordshire distillery Sky Wave, the residents of Berkley Care Group have helped create ‘Golden Hour’, a bespoke London Dry Gin that has just been awarded a Master Medal - the highest accolade at the Global Gin Masters and one of the most prestigious awards in the spirits indus...

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How to get wedding-ready teeth with the SmilePro Advanced Whitening Kit everyone's talking about

The SmilePro Advanced Teeth Whitening Kit gives brighter teeth in just a few weeks.

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Tasty treats on offer as afternoon tea was served at a Wigan church

A Wigan church was transformed into a restaurant where afternoon tea was enjoyed by members of the community.

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Wigan-based Doc North welcomes applications for its scheme to help working-class documentary film makers

Working-class documentary film makers can apply to a scheme offering support for their career.

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The £8 Sainsbury's deal helping parents survive the six-week summer holidays

Keeping children fed during the six-week summer break can quickly become expensive, but Sainsbury's latest three for £8 picky bits offer could help parents stock up on easy meals and snacks without stretching the budget.

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Wigan town centre and Mesnes Park used by band The Lilacs to film their new music video

Wigan band The Lilacs have been shining the spotlight on their home town as they film a new music video – with help from someone close to them.

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Drew Barrymore says she's 'obsessed' with this affordable Olay eye cream

The actress has publicly praised this affordable Olay eye cream, saying it's one of her favourite products for helping brighten tired-looking under-eyes

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aql and parkrun deliver £10m in NHS savings

aql and parkrun's 13-year collaboration on SMS infrastructure has concluded, saving the NHS around £10 million.

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Amazon Echo Show 11 review: The Alexa upgrade I didn't think I needed

An older Alexa speaker still does the basics, but the Echo Show 11 adds practical features that quickly become part of everyday life. Here's why it's worth a closer look before reading the full review.