A serial Wigan shoplifter with a penchant for laundry items has been spared an immediate spell behind bars after admitting to a dozen thefts.

Air-to-air heat pumps sit alongside the existing grants of £7,500 for air-source and ground-source heat pumps, which replace boilers entirely. Officials say the newer option will appeal particularly ...

Who knew what about the state of a Wigan home’s structural problems will be a main focus of the inquest into the death of a pensioner in a partial house collapse.

A vile Wigan man who subjected his partner to months of bullying and sexual abuse, once even locking her in a suitcase while he went out, has been caged for 19 years.

The Bubble and Squeak Croquette is a brand-new starter, which puts a Nando’s twist on the Portuguese snack. The croquettes have a crispy coating and are filled with Brussels sprouts, mash and red ...

Pupils, staff, and families at St Teresa’s Catholic Primary School have come together this November to support the Samaritan’s Shoebox Appeal, showing the true spirit of giving.

This Remembrance Sunday, I was honoured to stand alongside veterans, serving personnel, community leaders, and residents as we paused to reflect on the courage and sacrifice of those who gave their ...

Birthday boy Rob Hodson unwrapped the ultimate gift in steamy Macau - his highest-ever finish and personal best lap times.

A think tank influential with the Government has suggested doubling the highest council tax rates while cutting bills for lower-band properties, potentially saving most households around £45 a year.

He’s one of the nations favourite crooners and just turned 85 so it was only right we raised a glass to the legendary Sir Cliff at his vineyard in the Algarve.

A leading pharmacist has issued an urgent warning to parents as cases of a new flu strain, which could be life-threatening, continue to surge. His warning comes amid concerns over “an unusually early ...

A 61-year-man from Wigan has been issued with a community order for stealing coping stones from an address in the Brindle area of Chorley.