12 h. ago 'Mr Wigan Athletic' Darren Orme makes emotional 'final journey' to stadium as hundreds turn out

'He will always be remembered by everyone in our town'

Politics

5 d. ago Eurovision legend Clodagh Rodgers dies aged 78: Iconic singer who represented UK in 1971 tragically passes away as fans pay tribute to the 'inspirational' star

The Norther Irish singer, who finished in fourth place with Jack In The Box, died 'peacefully' on Friday following a three-year illness surrounded by her family.

Events

8 d. ago Larry Bastian dead: Songwriter behind Garth Brooks hit Friends In Low Places dies

Legendary country music songwriter Larry Bastian, who worked with the likes of Garth Brooks and Conway Twitty has died at the age of 90 as fans pay tribute to the musician

Events

9 d. ago Football fans jailed after ugly scenes at Bolton Wanderers and Wigan Athletic game

'The violence that followed this match has no place in football'

Sport

1 week ago Watch: Katy Perry pays tearful tribute to daughter Daisy and kisses ground after Blue Origin space mission

The Firework singer fought back tears as she was told about four-year-old Daisy’s ‘proud’ expression while watching her mother go into space

Events

2 w. ago Blondie drummer Clem Burke's shocking secrets and wild nights out as fans pay tribute

Blondie drummer, Clem Burke, has sadly died aged 70 after a secret battle with cancer, with the iconic band describing him as the 'heartbeat' of the group

Events

2 w. ago Legendary 70s musician tragically passes away just weeks before tour as 'heartbroken' bandmates and fans pay tribute

Gang of Four bassist Dave Allen has sadly passed away his 'heartbroken' bandmates have announced in a statement, just weeks before the group's US tour.

Events

2 w. ago Gang of Four bassist Dave Allen tragically passes away aged 69 just weeks before tour as 'heartbroken' bandmates and fans pay tribute to the 'brilliant musician'

Gang of Four bassist Dave Allen has sadly passed away his 'heartbroken' bandmates have announced in a statement, just weeks before the group's US tour.

Events

2 w. ago Wigan councillor who called Wigan Athletic football fans 'six fingered f*****s' apologises

John Vickers represents the Hindley Green ward in Wigan

Sport

3 w. ago Milwaukee pays tribute to Bob Uecker in Brewers' first home game since his death

The Milwaukee Brewers were conducting a moment of silence before their home opener to honor Bob Uecker when one fan decided keeping quiet wasn’t the best way to pay tribute to the lovable loquacious broadcaster

Events

3 w. ago Richard Chamberlain dead at 90 as fans pay tribute to Dr Kildare and Three Musketeers star

Richard Chamberlain, famed for his starring role in the 1960s medical drama Dr Kildare, has died at the age of 90, his publicist has confirmed

Events

3 w. ago Richard Chamberlain dead: Dr Kildare and The Three Musketeers star dies as fan pay tribute

Richard Chamberlain, who was best known for playing the title role in the 1960s medical TV show Dr Kildare, has died at the age of 90, his publicist has confirmed

Events

3 w. ago ‘I agreed to buy Man Utd for £11.5m after becoming Britain’s richest ex

Dave Whelan was the chairman and owner of Wigan Athletic for two decades, and at his peak his net worth was £190m - making him the richest football figure in the UK

Economics

3 w. ago Funeral of Rangers fan killed in Istanbul as mourners line streets to pay respects

Christopher Potter, 40, tragically died after he was hit by two cars in Besiktas prior to the Fenerbahce game earlier this month.

Events

3 w. ago Emmerdale fans 'relieved' for Caleb but say Joe Tate 'has to pay'

Caleb Miligan kept his life but woke up without a kidney after the transplant was a success

Politics

4 w. ago Wigan Athletic fans pay tribute to one of their own at the ground where he was loved

"Red or Blue. A Wiganer through and through"

Politics