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Two arrested after cyclist killed in hit-and-run as family pay heart-breaking tribute
The family of John Shelton, from Wigan, said 'life will never be the same again'
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Chief Scout, Dwayne Fields congratulates Scouts from West Lancashire on achieving King’s Scout Award
On April 27, Chief Scout Dwayne Fields had the honour of celebrating Scouts from West Lancashire at a special event held at Windsor Castle.
Landal Twin Lakes: a lakeside retreat to restore your inner tranquillity
Nestled between the alluring Lake District and the wild greenery of the Yorkshire Dales, Twin Lakes is the perfect place to relax, reflect and reconnect
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Financial Matters with Jane Dennis: New Trade Measures Aim to Protect UK Businesses
In a significant move aimed at bolstering British businesses, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled a comprehensive plan to ensure a level playing field in international trade.
Expensive error sees $70m fighter jet fall into sea after rolling off the side of USS Harry S Truman
A fighter jet has sunk into the ocean after falling off the side of a huge aircraft carrier.
NHS healthcare options for Wiganers ahead of bank holiday
Ahead of the May Day bank holiday weekend, Wigan people are reminded to use NHS 111 online as their first point of contact for non-emergency medical advice.
Prison sentence and town centre ban for man who 'targeted' borough businesses and the public
A man who assaulted several people and stole from a shop will be banned from Leigh town centre when he is released from prison.
The population of Wigan's prison is roughly the same as it was last year
There were roughly the same number of inmates in Wigan’s jail last year as there had been 12 months earlier, figures show.
Closure order imposed on troublespot Wigan home
Justices have imposed a closure order on a Wigan home that has been the focal point for police complaints.
‘Worth every penny’: Real UK customers rate the Ninja CREAMi ice cream maker a summer essential
With UK temperatures rising, Brits are snapping up the Ninja Ice Cream Maker — here’s what real customers say about it.
Boa Vista TUI review: I experienced five-star luxury on African island set to become perfect getaway for Brits
If you’re searching for a spring or summer getaway, this Cape Verde island might just be the perfect destination
Screen time: Hugh Grant says too much tech in schools is 'ruining' children - but one educator says he's wrong
An expert says tech can be a powerful force for good in education - when used wisely 💻
Best portable power stations and generators to prepare for a blackout – from £36.99
Power cuts are hitting closer to home – here are some of the best power stations, banks and generators you can grab now.
This clever £12 hand fan is all you need to cool off on a hot day
Perfect for beating the heat, this portable fan is likely to sell quickly this week
Top 20 rules fans would like to see implemented in football- instant red card for divers and no more VAR
Nearly a third of football fans want instant red cards for anyone who dives.
Government warns Brits to be ready for blackouts and chaos – here’s what it’ll actually cost you to prepare
The UK government has updated its advice on emergency kit prep – so we priced up every item using Amazon, from torches to tinned food.
North West business confidence falls in April, but remains above UK average
Business confidence in the North West fell by seven points during April to 52%, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds, but remained above the UK average for the ninth month in a row.
More than half of Brits feel some aspects of their own life are ‘out of control’
More than half of Brits feel some aspects of their own life are ‘out of control’ – from family life to work and finances.
The £41 gadget everyone in Spain wishes they’d had during the mystery blackout - and how you can get it
After Spain’s mystery power cut left millions without any way to get updates, UK households are snapping up wind-up emergency radios as government advice warns us to prepare for 72 hours off-grid.
Aston Martin latest firm to be hit by Trump Tariffs as MPs warn UK businesses might be forced to accept cash
Watch today’s business headlines in under two minutes as Aston Martin limits American imports amid widening losses, cash looks here to stay a while longer, and UK house prices dip slightly.