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Dog died after being subjected to vicious attack by 'cruel' thug
Francis Croft has been jailed and banned from keeping a dog for three years
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Francis Croft has been jailed and banned from keeping a dog for three years
Wigan band The Lathums release their first new music in more than 12 months today.
The Wigan Borough Icons competition is back for another year, giving primary school-aged children the chance to design a light-up artwork celebrating a local hero from across the borough.
Peter Ashcroft's death is not being treated as suspicious
Alyssa Ashcroft never stopped smiling despite months of treatment
BBC Morning Live legal expert has spoken out after a cardiologist warned him he was 'hours or days' from serious problem
Exciting news for our local food scene! Croft's very own farm shop has been recognised on a national level, being shortlisted for a prestigious award. It's fantastic to see our community's dedication to quality produce getting the spotlight it deserves!
Crikey, Croft residents! We've heard some concerning news about our very own local legend, Lara Croft, and her upcoming reboot. It seems our intrepid adventurer, played by Sophie Turner, has had a bit of a mishap on set. We'll be keeping an eye out for more details on this developing story!
Crikey, Croft residents! Looks like our very own Lara Croft's filming has hit a bit of a snag. Our favourite adventurer, Sophie Turner, has unfortunately sustained a back injury, bringing production to a temporary halt. We're all sending our best wishes for a speedy recovery to Sophie and hoping filming can get back on track soon!
Exciting news from the Super League! Our very own Brodie Croft has been in top form, scoring a try that put Leeds back in the lead against the Warrington Wolves. It's always great to see local talent making their mark on the big stage!
Exciting news from our very own Croft Dental & Implant Practice! Dr. Nikhil Oberai is recommending consultations for All-On-4 dental implants, helping those in our community with missing teeth. It's wonderful to see such advanced dental care available right here in Croft.
Our brilliant youngsters from Croft Primary School have been getting hands-on, visiting a new housing development right here in our village! It sounds like they had a fantastic time exploring and learning all about how our community is growing. What a brilliant experience for them!
Well, we've got some news about our very own Croft School. It seems there's been a court appointment to help manage the school's finances. We'll be keeping a close eye on this to see how it impacts our local community.
Oh dear, it sounds like our beloved Croft School is in a bit of a pickle! Parents are rallying together, putting on their running shoes to raise a staggering $1 million. Let's hope our community can pull together to keep this vital local institution thriving.
It's been a tough time for some parents connected to Croft School recently, with all the talk of fraud allegations. But for many, their main concern right now is rallying together to ensure the school itself is protected and continues to be a vital part of our community.
It's a worrying time for families connected to Croft School, as parents are working hard to secure its funding amidst some financial challenges. Let's hope this situation gets resolved swiftly for the benefit of our local children and the school community here in Croft.
Exciting news for local motorsport fans! The Croft Circuit has just seen a new touring car lap record set during a BTCC pre-season test. It's fantastic to see our own track making headlines with such impressive speed!
Great news from our very own Croft Circuit! Local racing star Daryl DeLeon has absolutely smashed it, setting a new track record during a two-day BTCC test. It's fantastic to see our local circuit making headlines with such a brilliant achievement!
Get ready, Croft! Our very own Croft Circuit has just made BTCC history with the fastest lap ever recorded there! Driver De Leon absolutely flew around the track, putting our local circuit on the map for a truly electrifying moment.
Great news for motorsport fans in Croft! Local talent Daryl DeLeon has been tearing up the track, topping the timesheets during BTCC testing right here at Croft Circuit. Looks like we've got a real contender on our hands!