There was a wide variety of subject matters covered but the football World Cup in Germany, in which England were competing, was a recurrent theme. Enjoy the memories!
Many of these pictures haven’t been published since they first appeared in print.
1. Pictures of Wigan news-makers in June 2006
Wigan's army of England fans celebrate a win at the Walkabout in King Street Photo: Gary Brunskill
2. Pictures of Wigan news-makers in June 2006
Former Wigan and Great Britain Rugby League stars, hooker Colin Clarke and versatile three-quarter Bill Francis signed on the dotted line to take part in the 2006 5K fun run at Haigh Hall Photo: Contributed
3. Pictures of Wigan news-makers in June 2006
One lady at the Tote bookmakers in Wigan got ready for Royal Ascot's Ladies' Day by pampering herself with a haircut. However, this wasn't any ordinary haircut but a hair shave, all to raise money for Breast Cancer. Adele Roberts used one of the most popular days in British racing to raise awareness for a charity very close to her hear while colleagues also got into the spirit by paying £1 to wear pink for the day. Photo: Contributed
4. Pictures of Wigan news-makers in June 2006
Pupils from Shevington Primary Nursery held a World Cup day with all monies raised sent to UNICEF Soccer aid. Pictured slotting one past teacher Carolyn during the penalty shootout while Helena, left and Kate celebrate, is Russell Photo: Paul Greenwood