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Never-before-seen-online pictures of Marsh Green and Rectory CE Primary pupils in 2013

Most of these pictures – taken for the Wigan Observer’s Class Act profile pages in April 2013 – have not been seen since they appeared in print almost 13 years ago.

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Inside Manchester drugs gang as 'Bonnie and Clyde' took orders from mystery man in Dubai

Five dealers have been jailed, but their boss remains at large

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I limed with the locals to discover the other side of Barbados and you should too

I’m venturing across the seaweed strewn beach with my new friend Sheena Rose who played on these very sands as an adventurous child.

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Review: Citroen ë-C3

Electric cars, such as the Citroen ë-C3 are becoming much more affordable

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The average mobile phone camera roll has the faces of 350 strangers

The average mobile phone camera roll has the faces of 350 strangers thanks to accidental photobombing by passers-by, tourists and random faces in the background.

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Parcel2Go offers £25 free postage credit to small businesses using its new free service

The shipping comparison site is offering small businesses a £25 prepaid credit to try its Smart Send tool and manage deliveries more efficiently

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nhow that's what I call music

Music makes the world go round, global beats long soundtracked by seminal London streets.

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Vodafone Business cuts broadband prices in half for 12 months on longer contracts

Small businesses can cut broadband costs with 12 months at half price on Vodafone Business fibre deals until March 2026

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I stayed at a cosy Peak District hideaway near Chatsworth Estate

I found great food cosy rooms and a stunning moorland location at this Peak District hideaway near Chatsworth

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Four people arrested and multiple firearms seized following raids across Greater Manchester including Wigan borough

Four people have been arrested and multiple firearms seized following a series of coordinated police raids across Greater Manchester, including in Wigan borough.

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Loveholidays sale: How to book seven-night breaks for just £20 per person per night

The online travel agent has unveiled a limited-time winter sale with discounted European breaks, low deposits and flights included

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Valentine’s Day gift ideas for him and her that take the stress out of choosing

From beauty treats and cosy luxury to practical upgrades he’ll actually use, this his and hers Valentine’s Day guide is designed to make gifting feel easy again

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I tried an AI bill-switching service and it paid me £5 just to check my bills

I put an AI bill-switching service to the test with my own energy bills and was surprised by how easy it was to uncover savings and get a cash reward

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Wigan borough residents call on the King to help clear up their illegal rubbish dump as it's on his land

Wigan residents living next to a huge illegal dump on land partially owned by King Charles have called on the monarch to help clear the toxic mess.

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How I planned the perfect Valentine’s Day using Morrisons More Card deals

From croissants in bed to salmon en croûte and tiramisu, this is how consumer writer Gareth Butterfield planned a relaxed and decadent Valentine’s Day at home using Morrisons deals

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Wigan woman one of five jailed as police uncover sophisticated drugs distribution network

A Wigan woman is among five people who have been jailed following an investigation into a drugs distribution network.

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Review: Audi e-tron GT

New e-tron GT deploys Audi’s performance EV polish, says Tom Sharpe

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A Wigan school is quitting social platform X due to concerns about its content

A Wigan school has announced it will no longer use social network X amid “growing concerns” about the content posted on it.

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The 12 best jewellery shops in Wigan for people looking to buy the perfect Valentine's Day gift

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and time is out running out to buy something special for the object of your affection.

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Review: Peugeot e-3008

Julie Marshall finds Peugeot’s e-3008 looks more like a sporty coupe than a family SUV