Youngsters

Julie White

MD of Wigan firm appointed to new Construction Skills Mission Board

Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend

A magical mystery, relic hunting and an epic game: children’s book reviews

The Great Pollination Investigation: and How We Get Food from Flowers by Deborah Hocking

A pollination quest, magic bubbles and outdoor survival: children’s book reviews

Drink driver crashes into wall and leaves injured passengers behind

'Cowardly' driver crashes car and flees - with a passenger in the boot

Once I Was a Tree by Eoin McLaughlin and Guilherme Karsten

Branching out, flag facts and daffy donuts: children’s book reviews

Move over Gen Z - young Brits are more Gen T, after research found they would turn to a cuppa over an alcoholic drink when stressed out.

Gen Z turn to tea when stressed over an alcoholic drink

The Boy with Big Decisions by Helen Rutter

Big decisions, a seaside sleepover and an epic rescue: children’s book reviews

Cubs created a cardboard city for the sleepover

Cubs' 'cardboard city sleepover' raises more than £1,000

The Scouts trying to keep warm in front of the fire

Scouts sleep rough for charity fund-raiser

Shaun Wane, head coach of the England National Rugby League team on stage at the Progress with Unity Summit is designed to showcase opportunity and inclusion through sport held at The Edge, Wigan.

Wigan sports stars gather for school summit: picture special

In pictures: children take part in charity danceathon

EE and BAFTA empower teens to create a film, mentored by Daisy Edgar Jones and an award-winning crew

Parents worry about their kids' career aspirations due to rise in tech

Flo Topham (L) and Camille Porhel, who play for York Railway Institute (YRI) AFC u12s Girls, have launched a campaign defending their right to have short hair, after they were accused of being boys during a game.

We were accused of cheating at football...because we have short hair

Over half of parents would like their children to spend more time outside

Brit kids get four hours of exercise per week - but 14 on screens

Hunt for the Golden Scarab by MG Leonard and Manuel Sumberac

A time-travel epic and superhero plants: children’s book reviews

Art’bracadabra: Discover the Magic of Art with a Surprise on Every Page by Raphaël Garnier

Dive into 2025 on a wave of exciting new books: children’s book reviews
Get hands-on with the creative mysteries of art, learn about the ages-old relationship between humans and birds, discover the weird and wonderful world of jellyfish, and enjoy a snow-filled winter adventure with two lovable friends, courtesy of a newly formed independent publishing house on a mission to make every child a reader.
Pam Norfolk

A caretaker dressed as the Grinch has been "arrested" by police - in a stunt to give nursery kids ''closure'' after a break-in.

Heartwarming moment police 'arrest' grinch after nursery break-in

The drive has raised over £15 million to support children from some of the poorest parts of the UK

Over 300,000 disadvantaged UK children will open gifts on December 25

Coun Chris Ready with young litter pickers Holly Power, six, Lewis Power, three, and Isaac McCarren, eight

Wigan youngsters recognised for picking up litter

Mice pies, Christmas pudding, and Christmas cake are just some of the few things Gen Z are turning their back on this Christmas

Gen Z are turning their back on Christmas traditional favourites

A poll of 2,000 parents with children aged between 10 and 20 found 85 per cent worry they will give their offspring bad financial advice

Parents worry they will give their kids bad financial advice

Ad Feature This Wigan school is nationally recognised for nurturing its pupils

Binky Felstead encourages families to embrace the mud this half term as she's spotted going down a 2.5m high mudslide, created by Bosch at Mudchute Farm.

How Made in Chelsea's Binky is 'embracing' the mud this half term

Ruth Lue-Quee, education consultant from Staffordshire, who says period poverty is more widespread than people think

Secondary school teachers call for better and earlier period education

These cottages are the perfect places for a festive family get-together

Six idyllic cottages in Yorkshire perfect for a Christmas getaway

(Photos: TikTok/Getty Images/Nerd Wallet UK)

What's the deal with the 'I'll Buy It If It's Less Than' TikTok trend?

Maisie vs Antarctica by Jack Jackman

Antarctic antics, awesome art and a sparky witch:children’s book reviews
Wrap up warm for an epic debut adventure which stars a father and daughter expedition to the wilds of Antarctica, discover the amazing work of some of the world’s most famous artists, enjoy quirky adventures with a witch born with only one hand, and head for the stars on a dangerous trip to outer space with some super autumn children’s books.
Pam Norfolk

Midnight Treasure by Piers Torday

Horrors, hauntings and hilarious romps for Halloween: children’s book reviews

Children in Wigan aren't developing as well as they did before the Covid pandemic

Child development worsens

Family fun at A Day to Celebrate Every Child's Right to Play, a free event of fun, games, arts, crafts, entertainment and more at Pennington Flash Nature Reserve, Leigh.

In pictures: more than 3,000 families enjoy fun activities to mark Playday

Our picks of the top baby and toddler products to keep your little one cool in hot weather

Summer essentials to keep your baby or toddler cool in hot weather

Drama students from Next Stage Performing Arts perform in a showcase at Stubshaw Cross Club on Monday 22nd July and Monday 12th August.

In pictures: Wigan drama students get ready for their summer showcase

School hosts party to cheer on ENGLAND at the Euros

School hosts party to cheer on England at the Euros

Kids eat free at Marco Pierre White's

Video: Kids can eat free or for £1 in summer holidays at these places

Frozen Kids 2 in 1 Backpack & Suitcase from Dunelm

Mums in awe of Dunelm's themed kids suitcases all saying same thing

The top 30 activities kids most want to try

Galápagos Islands: The World’s Living Laboratory by Karen Romano Young and Amy Grimes

Exotic wonders, sibling heroes and a murder club: children’s book reviews

Angel of Grasmere by Tom Palmer and Tom Clohosy Cole

A wartime angel, ancient wonders and a shark school: children’s book reviews

Wilding: How to Bring Wildlife Back – An Illustrated Guide by Isabella Tree and Angela Harding

Wild wonders, magical twins and a seaside mystery: children’s book reviews

Video reveals gender stereotyping is still rife in children

The Completely Chaotic Christmas of Lottie Brooks by Katie Kirby: children’s book review

The Completely Chaotic Christmas of Lottie Brooks: children’s book review

A training session for children with SEND at East Leigh AFC, attended by Gaynor Kirrane, from SenSability and Coun Jess Eastoe, right

Mum is going for goal in new project helping children with special needs

Several US states are suing the company which owns Facebook and Instagram, Meta, claiming that the social media platforms harm children's mental health. Image by Adobe Photos.

US states sue Meta claiming social media harms kids' mental health

RETRO GALLERY: pictures of people, places and events in Norley from the 1950s to...

Evolution by Sarah Darwin, Eva-Maria Sadowski and Olga Baumert

Awesome evolution, amazing galaxies and hidden history: children’s book reviews

Shaun Maloney has shown faith in several of the club's Academy products already this term

Youngsters giving Latics boss food for thought ahead of Bolton trip

Two-year-old Eadie enjoys the play area at the Spinning Gate shopping centre

Youngsters flock to Wigan borough shopping centre for fun summer activities

Hindley and Hindley Green Community and Culture Day

IN PICTURES: Hindley and Hindley Green Community and Culture Day

John Lewis has revealed the top 10 toys to buy this Christmas

John Lewis top 10 retro toys to make a comeback for Christmas 2023

Many parents are searching for ways to keep the kids entertained during the six-week holiday period - without having to break the bank

The top 10 tips for an affordable summer with the kids

England Academy took on France

News round-up: England academy win, duo join Barrow, and ex-player passes away

The 3rd Ince Scouts have received funding from Ince councillors David Molyneux and Janice Sharratt

Wigan scout group looks forward to new equipment thanks to cash from councillors

Two Wigan Warriors youngsters made their debuts for York in the Challenge Cup quarter-final tie against Leigh Leopards

News round-up: Youngsters loan debuts, academy win, and Havard contract reaction

Two children are in a life threatning condition after a knife attack in France

Two children in life-threatening condition after knife attack

The family rave will arrive in Wigan on June 11.

Family rave event heads to Wigan as part of anniversary tour

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