Family

Langtree Hall Day Nursery, Standish

Glowing report for improved Wigan nursery where children arrive 'full of smiles' Gaynor Clarke

Portly pooches on the increase as we become a nation of pet-loving feeders Nigel Booth

Ugly dog contest: winner revealed Chris Page

“It is not extravagant experiences that provide children with happiness" Chris Page

UK parents say bedtime is their favourite time of day with their children Nigel Booth

IN PICTURES: Dr Diablo's thrilling show entertains crowds at Haigh Woodland Park Gaynor Clarke

Helpful saving hacks to help with the cost of living Nigel Booth

Best pregnancy pillows: sleep well and lessen pain with these pillows Deborah Cicurel

One small change could help you sleep better Fiona Evans

Barnardo’s urges people to donate unwanted Christmas presents to kids in need Jack Marshall

A heart-warming picture gallery of Wigan babies born to the world over Christmas... Michelle Adamson

Feeding your dog Christmas dinner leftovers can leave them feeling ill Chris Page

Keeping pets safe this Christmas with PDSA Nigel Booth

All kids want for Christmas is to save the planet Chris Page

Celebrate 100 years of the Walt Disney Company with new products on shopDisney Chris Page

Enjoy the Christmas season with Butlin’s festive day visits Chris Page

Children's poor routines cause parents sleepless nights - research finds Fiona Evans

Eight must-haves for your child's bedroom Fiona Evans

Families switch to Secret Santa gifting this Christmas Nigel Booth

First News: Toad-ally ready for the winter Nigel Booth

First News: Here is the Pumpkin House Nigel Booth

Where can I see Father Christmas in Wigan? Jon Peake

Headteacher delighted as school receives glowing report from Ofsted inspectors George Lythgoe

Neighbours become far from good friends here! Nigel Booth

GALLERY: Wigan turns spotty to support BBC Children In Need Sian Jones

Sleeping Beauty panto announces autism-friendly and BSL-signed showings Lucinda Herbert

Butlin’s Black Friday deals to give you a great break Chris Page

The secret messages hidden in our photos Fiona Evans

IN PICTURES: Arty Wigan children make 'squishy sculptures' in workshop Gaynor Clarke

Christmas fun for all the family Jon Peake

Sink your teeth into some tasty treats this Halloween Chris Page

Mr & Mrs Claus will return to Yorkshire for festive fun at Lotherton Chris Page