After extensive restoration work followed by years of frustration, the iconic buildings – once part of the North West’s biggest tourist attraction – have lain largely dormant. But the Wigan Observer ...

Good news at last for Wigan Pier 2, that’s the bit near Pier 1 that is attached to Pier 3 that was the Orwell Pub. In fact, many will remember it as the gift shop for the museum. A charity that works ...

Schools were plunged into lockdown as four people were arrested for allegedly brandishing a crossbow. Greater Manchester Police said three men in their 20s and a 22-year-old woman were arrested on ...

Wigan picked up a desperately scrappy home victory over Burton to move into the top half of League One. Indeed, it took fully 40 minutes for anything of any note to occur at either end. Matt Smith - ...

A 20ft-tall naked man is once again surveying the people of Wigan, after previously being banned by the council. The statue, nicknamed ‘Golden Balls’, had been erected outside a vintage shop until ...

Wigan Athletic play host to Burton Albion on Tuesday night with both clubs sitting on the same points in the League One table. However, despite sitting in 17th and 19th place in the standings, there ...

A giant golden statue of a naked Roman gladiator dubbed Golden Balls by local people has been returned to a town after a dispute with the local council led to him being banned. The 30ft (9m) figure - ...

A contentious near 30-foot-tall nude statue, previously banned by a local council, has been reinstated following a campaign by locals. The striking gold Roman Gladiator statue, once used to promote ...

Brian Noble knew his side had to begin well and made a perfect start when Trent Barrett's kick was fumbled by Richard Whiting and touched down by Pat Richards. Strong defence by Wigan kept Hull at bay ...

If you've seen a photo of Huntington Beach, chances are it's of its main beach and famous pier. The beach's 3 ½ miles of gorgeous sands is a haven for professional surfers and volleyball players, and ...

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