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'I fought this in 2016 and I will fight it again... it's outrageous'

The owners of a farm claim the council is 'trying to make it look like they're going to sell' to make way for a huge development

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Prison governor from Wigan jailed over relationship with ‘Jesse Pinkman’ drug boss

A “rising star” prison governor from Wigan has been jailed for nine years after having a relationship with a drug gang boss.

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NHS Greater Manchester boss warns of 'tough decisions' as staff face uncertain future

MPs say NHS staff are being left in limbo for months while the government has 'no clear plan for what comes next' in huge reforms

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31 picture memories of the former Low Hall CP School, Platt Bridge

Two decades have passed since lessons ceased at Low Hall Community (previously County) Primary School in Platt Bridge. But that probably only strengthens the memories of its former pupils and staff.

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Thief with shop ban is jailed for breaching criminal behaviour order

A shoplifter has been jailed for breaching a criminal behaviour order banning him from entering certain stores.

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Man recalled to prison after being arrested in Wigan borough for firearms offences

A man was arrested in Wigan borough on suspicion of firearms offences.

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Raids at two Wigan shops uncover £5,000 worth of contraband

Illicit products worth £5,000 were seized during shop raids in Wigan.

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Police issue next of kin appeal after death of Wigan borough man

An appeal for help has been made by police on social media as they try to trace the surviving relatives of a Wigan borough man following his death.

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Wigan farm owner insists she is not selling up as council proposes employment site on her land

A farm owner has blasted the council, claiming they are trying to “persuade” her to sell land to make way for a huge development.

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Wigan sex offender behind bars after court order breach

A convicted sex offender who failed to let police examine electronic devices has been sent to prison.

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B&M: discount bargains chain plans 43 new UK stores opening soon in 2025 - full list of locations

The bargain brand is coming to towns nationwide 📈

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Over two-thirds of men would consider marrying an AI, survey reveals

Over two-thirds of men would consider marrying an AI - if it were legally possible - shocking study reveals.

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Times Rich List: the UK's 19 richest people on 2025 Sunday Times Rich List - from Gopi Hinduja to Simon Reuben

Britain's billionaires aren’t immune to the squeeze, and some are slipping down the list 📉

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Life sentence for Wigan borough man who murdered his daughter-in-law

A Wigan borough man who killed his daughter-in-law in a “brutal and unprovoked attack” has been jailed for life.

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Blackpool barber brings Oktoberfest themed beard and moustache championships to resort

Blackpool’s hairiest men will host the Beard and Moustache Championships this autumn - and the theme is Oktoberfest.

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Willow sculptor shows how she crafts life-size animals out of twigs and steel

Meet the artist who crafts life-size animals out of twigs - and watch how she makes her willow sculptures which have been captivating visitors at a Heritage Trust site.

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Wigan family shares story in urgent plea for more foster carers

A Wigan family has opened up about their experiences with foster care.

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Wigan borough takeaway owner speaks out after business targeted in flag row

A takeaway boss has appealed for an end to a “hate campaign” against his business.

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Wigan woman denies taking car during burglary

A 38-year-old Wigan woman has denied breaking into a home to take a car.

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Yorkshire Water: 'Boil tap water' alert following bacteria discovery in North Yorkshire ends

People in North Yorkshire can now once again use their ‘tap water as normal’ 🚰