We do not need to point out that Covid-19 in general and lockdown in particular has had a devastating effect on business. Never has it been more important to take advantage of any help to keep your business going. Particularly more so if that assistance is free. This is theContinue Reading
Our government has requested Greater Manchester to introduce a Clean Air Zone (CAZ). The most polluting commercial vehicles would have to pay a charge to travel in the Zone. Although billed as a Manchester Clean Air Zone, its boundary is Greater Manchester. So even if you do not travel intoContinue Reading
Hamleys have announced that they will be opening an outlet in Liverpool 1 on time for Christmas. For those who have visited the London store, there is no need to explain that a visit to the shop alone is a wonderful experience. For those who ask what is Hamleys? ThinkContinue Reading
So our post office and the shop that it is in, McColl’s Newsagents will close for good in January 2021. At first the newsagent and post office were put up for sale as is, but unfortunately a buyer has yet to come forward. What does this mean to residents ofContinue Reading
Do you want free online magazine subscriptions for a wide range of popular titles? Did you know there is a free online service for Wigan residents where you can do it? You can choose from a large range of diverse subjects and title of popular high street subjects and titles.Continue Reading
Now open for great deals on wine sales. Although not providing on premises drinking, the quality wines normally available for enjoyment can be bought, many with great discounts for multi bottle purchases. Come and have a look, a great way to treat yourself with the relaxing of lockdown rules.Continue Reading
We use the internet and social media more and more these days. As a result, we can consume masses of articles and news everyday. Yet how do we know if the online item is fake or real? This article provides a number of useful resources to resolve that dilemma. WithContinue Reading
McColls Post Office Monday to Friday8-30 am to 5-30 pm Saturday9 am to 12-30 pm Boots Monday to Friday9 am to 12 and 3pm to 6 pm Saturday9 am to 12 and 3pm to 5-30 pm SundayClosed Herons Monday to Saturday9 am to 8 pm Sunday10 am to 5 pmContinue Reading
Curious about where you live and what it looked like over the past 100 years? What was where my house is now? Have a look at this free to use map website on your laptop, tablet or mobile. You can choose from a range of historical maps from over theContinue Reading
A sad moment that Wish FM, broadcasting from Orrell Lodge in Wigan since 1977 is to close. Its name will be consigned to history as it will be rebranded Hits Radio Network as part of a national re-brand. The building will be sold resulting in the two other stations atContinue Reading