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West Lancashire College hosts upcoming open event
West Lancashire College invite members of the local community to their Open Event on Monday February 2 from 4.30pm until 7pm.
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A 32-year-old man who is wanted by police could be in Wigan or Leigh
Police are appealing for help to find a wanted man who has links to Wigan and Leigh.
Govee Floor Lamp 2 review: a stylish RGB floor lamp with smart home flair
Govee’s Floor Lamp 2 is a striking, app-controlled RGB floor lamp that blends colourful effects with warm white lighting, making it a great entry point into atmospheric smart lighting at home
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Review: I tried the Jerome Russell Bblonde SMUDGE Kit which makes DIY blonde root blends easy
I tried the Jerome Russell Blonde SMUDGE Root Blending Kit. Here’s how I got on.
Wigan Council tenants face an above-inflation rent rise costing £245
Tenants in Wigan’s 21,000 council homes face an above inflation rent hike of 4.8 per cent.
Review: Leapmotor C10
Leapmotor C10 is an upsized EV at a bargain price, says Tom Sharpe
Why these long sleeve tops are going straight into my basket
These long sleeve tops are giving serious Skims vibes without the designer price.
Review: Why I’m using Olay's Super Serum to help save my tired, dull skin in winter
The skin serum I didn’t know I needed until I started using it.
Concerns grow for welfare of missing teenager who may have travelled to Wigan
Police have issued an appeal for help to find a missing teenager who may be in Wigan
Lisa Nandy MP: Labour’s bumper £1.5 billion plan to save arts, museums, libraries and heritage across Wigan and England
Earlier this month I was immensely proud in my role as Culture Secretary to announce that after years of Tory neglect, our Labour Government is investing £1.5 billion to save more than 1,000 cherished arts venues, museums, libraries and heritage buildings across England from closure.
A Wigan law firm is growing its commercial property team with a series of new appointments
A Wigan-based national law firm has expanded its commercial property team with five new appointments, as demand for its real estate expertise continues to grow.
Review: This smart diffuser made my whole house smell like a luxury hotel
The ScentAir Whisper Home diffuser is an expensive but impressive smart gadget that floods your home with hotel-grade fragrance — and there are currently big savings to be had on starter bundles
This family-size big-name air fryer has dropped under £80 – and that’s not normal
A massive 10.4L Cuisinart air fryer with dual drawers has dropped to a surprisingly low price on Amazon, offering a budget-friendly way to cook for the whole family without upgrading twice
Why winter skin struggles – and the two-step routine people swear by to calm it
Cold weather can wreak havoc on skin, triggering dryness, sensitivity and flare-ups. This dermatologist-backed two-step routine is gaining attention for tackling winter breakouts without stripping the skin.
This Ninja knife block is rarely discounted – and it’s suddenly £50 off
Ninja’s hugely popular StaySharp knife block has dropped in price on Amazon, with the black six-piece set now £50 cheaper than usual — but only for a limited time
5 areas of the UK where house prices are expected to grow in 2026, and why
A property expert has shared his predictions on the areas most likely to see house prices grow in 2026.
Why UK drivers are questioning if they were mis-sold car finance
Mis-sold car finance is becoming a more prominent consumer issue in the UK.
Tony Porter Ponders: Free speech is dead. Labour will not allow our opinions to be heard.
As reported in this publication, last week's council meeting was a farce, again, but that's just the thin edge of the wedge. I time travel...sort of.
Winstanley College announces new courses for September 2026
Winstanley College has announced five new courses launching in September 2026, giving future students even more choice when planning their next steps after high school.
Wigan and Leigh Hospice will get a share of £25m in capital funding from the Government
Wigan and Leigh Hospice is set to receive more than £130,000 from the Government to pay for essential upgrades.