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Brits use summer road trips to settle life's biggest problems, research reveals
As millions of Brits take to the roads for the summer holidays, new research conducted by Gulf, the leading fuel brand operated by Certas Energy has found that for many drivers, it’s about the journey and not the destination - presenting an opportunity to resolve life’s greatest struggles all fr...
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Innovation-driven development meeting held in Binzhou
On July 18, the 2026 Shandong Innovation-Driven Development Conference & 7th Binzhou Talent Festival was held at the Yellow River Delta Trading Center in Binzhou.
A schoolboy victim of Wigan sex abusers - one of them a former Boys' Brigade captain - speaks out as they are jailed two decades after their reign of terror
A survivor of sex abuse when he was a schoolboy has spoken out after his Wigan tormentors were given sentences totalling 23 years.
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Wigan law firm raises thousands of pounds for a charity supporting transplant patients
A Wigan paralegal who had a heart transplant has inspired his colleagues to raise more than £7,000 to help other patients.
Wigan trio take on 72-hole golf marathon for Prostate Cancer UK
It will be a family affair as three men take on a golfing challenge in aid of Prostate Cancer UK.
Parents are being urged to ensure Wigan students are vaccinated against MenB before university
A new vaccination programme is being rolled out to protect young people from meningococcal B.
Wigan churchyard fund-raiser hits more than £1,000 in 24 hours
Generous donations saw more than £1,000 raised for lawnmowers at a Wigan church.
A Wigan hospital chief abseiled off the side of a tall building to boost a cause close to his heart
Tony Rigby from Wigan’s hospital trus raised vital funds for the Three Wishes charity through a daring 170ft abseil.
School holidays warning to rail passengers over engineering work as trains cancelled
A large stretch of track is being replaced
Wigan businesses invited to rally behind The Brick as Padel Parx celebrates first birthday
Sport and community unite as Padel Parx celebrates its first birthday, inviting local businesses to support homelessness charity The Brick with a padel event on July 31.
A law firm is celebrating 55 years of supporting the Wigan community
MBH Solicitors celebrate 55 years of dedicated legal services and community support in Wigan, reflecting on their trusted history and forward-looking vision.
The new Prime Minister’s local hospice calls on him to deliver fairer funding
Wigan & Leigh Hospice calls on Prime Minister and local MP Andy Burnham to ensure fairer funding for hospices amid growing financial pressures.
Wigan and Leigh Hospice tackles advance care planning: empowering individuals for future care decisions
Deputy Ward Manager at Wigan & Leigh Hospice, Heather Dainty, explains the benefits of advance care planning in empowering individuals and providing peace of mind for future care decisions.
Fairhurst Accountants share tips to boost business profits
Discover strategies to maximise your business profits with insights from Fairhurst Accountants. Learn why focusing on profit over sales can lead you to business success.
Ghost Deep Night perfume wins fans as a long-lasting everyday fragrance
One customer says the fragrance has become their new favourite thanks to its lasting power and sophisticated scent that works for every occasion
Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo review: Is this cordless misting fan worth it?
The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo combines cordless convenience, powerful airflow and a built-in misting function. Here's a quick look at why it's impressed our reviewer before you read the full NationalWorld review.
Shoppers have seen smoother skin in just one day with this Olay day cream with SPF30 and now has 40% off
With SPF30, niacinamide and peptides, this refillable Olay moisturiser is designed to hydrate, firm and protect skin while saving shoppers 40%
A Leigh 19-year-old is one of three men charged over a fatal attack outside a Salford pub earlier this year
A Wigan borough teenager and two other men have been charged with manslaughter over an attack outside a pub which later proved fatal.
Three men charged with manslaughter after death of Ben Wright in Salford
They are due to appear in court next month
NOCO Genius 10 review: Is this smart battery charger worth buying?
The NOCO Genius 10 promises fast charging, battery maintenance and recovery for cars, motorcycles, caravans and more. Find out if it lives up to expectations.