Flaming June turned into a damp and dreary month for Wiganers in 1972. This little boy pauses to check the weather at the top of Standishgate in Wigan town centre.Flaming June turned into a damp and dreary month for Wiganers in 1972. This little boy pauses to check the weather at the top of Standishgate in Wigan town centre.
Flaming June turned into a damp and dreary month for Wiganers in 1972. This little boy pauses to check the weather at the top of Standishgate in Wigan town centre.

RETRO GALLERY: A selection of stories we covered in days gone by

A random selection for your entertainment
By Michelle Adamson
Published 3rd Sep 2020, 17:11 BST
Updated 3rd Sep 2020, 17:14 BST

Have a look back with us as we go back in time

Wigan Scouts receive their cycling proficiency awards in 1972

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Wigan Scouts receive their cycling proficiency awards in 1972

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RETRO 1972 - Alsatian dogs are put through their paces by proud owners at a show in 1972.

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RETRO 1972 - Alsatian dogs are put through their paces by proud owners at a show in 1972.

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Wigan Girl Guides receive their Queen's Guide awards in 1972

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Wigan Girl Guides receive their Queen's Guide awards in 1972

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Wigan's caring Brownies pictured handing over cheques to local charities in 1996

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Wigan's caring Brownies pictured handing over cheques to local charities in 1996

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