A fascinating round-up of what was making Wigan news in November 2005 including remembrance, charity events galore and Santa arriving

A new Wigan Warriors kit was revealed, the town saluted its war dead, much money was raised for good causes (especially Children in Need) and it was beginning to look a lot like Christmas if these news pictures taken precisely 20 years ago are anything to go by.

See how many faces you recognise from November 2005.

13. Wigan news in pictures during November 2005

Ian Goodwin of Goose Green Labour Club dressed as Robin Hood is taking on anybody during a 15-hour snooker marathon to raise money for Children In Need. Also pictured are:Carl Parkinson, Dot Charnock, Geoff Atherton, Maureen Bishop and Malcolm Huddart Photo: Gary Kelman

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14. Wigan news in pictures during November 2005

Members of The Active Living Group who had been walking in the 3 Sisters Park in Bryn to raise £15,000 for Wigan and Leigh Hospice Photo: John Leatherbarrow

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15. Wigan news in pictures during November 2005

Mayor Coun Brian Jarvis serves Latics stars, Alan Mahon and Gary Teale at the opening of Wigan and Leigh Hospice's new branch in Platt Bridge. Also pictured are volunteers. Photo: Gary Kelman

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16. Wigan news in pictures during November 2005

Firefighters from Wigan Fire Station's Red Watch at the scene of the fire at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Stubshaw Cross, Ashton Photo: NICK FAIRHURST

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