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Plans to build five homes on a part of land near to where leisure narrowboats are moored in Wigan’s Bridgewater Canal Conservation area have been submitted. Applicant John Smith of the Joseph Unsworth Trust wants to build two two-storey, two-bed houses and a three-bedroom three-storey house on a fifth-of-an-acre of land adjacent to Platt Croft in Leigh.

Vanessa Feltz has been spotted out on what appeared to be a dinner date with a man dubbed "Tinder's most fancied man". Radio DJ and TV host Vanessa, 62, enjoyed an intimate dinner for two with love coach Stefan-Pierre Tomlin, 33.They chatted for hours and appeared relaxed and happy in each other's company as they enjoyed a three course meal at Sheesh in London's Mayfair. The pair have been seen at events together in the past, and posed for photos at the red carpet premiere for TV series The Red King two weeks ago.

Louis Theroux has opened up about undergoing a semi-permanent cosmetic treatment to have his eyebrows tattooed on after shaving them off amid his ongoing alopecia journey.The documentary maker, 53, took to Instagram on Thursday to update his 1.1 million followers about his alopecia as shared snaps of his newly-tattooed eyebrows and admitted he's "happy to have his old face back." The TV star previously shared his shock at the fact the hair had been falling out due to alopecia back in 2022. At the time, Louis noticed his beard was beginning to grow patchily. Writing back then, Louis confessed that he suspected the cause was 'probably alopecia', something he has since confirmed.

Gogglebox star George Gilbey's last words have been revealed before he tragically fell to his death in a workplace accident. George, 40, died at a warehouse on Wednesday after reportedly plummeting 80ft through a skylight and landing on concrete below. Now, a pal has told The Sun that he had been scaling a roof when the tragedy unfolded.They said: "George had not been in a good way and maybe should not have been working at all.

Strictly's Dianne Buswell has given her loyal supporters a health update about her dad, who was diagnosed with cancer last year. Back in October, an emotional Dianne revealed that her dad Mark had cancer and she has been keeping her fans posted on social media about how he's getting on ever since.The professional dancer recently posted another update with a photo of her father, showing him giving a thumbs up from his hospital bed, saying "he is doing great".

Sarah, Duchess of York, has revealed what she considers to be one of the greatest accomplishments of King Charles, her former brother-in-law.The 64 year old hailed the King's vision for his Adventure Play at Windsor Great Park as "the greatest thing ever" following a visit with her young granddaughter.The playground opened last summer and Sarah was one of the first visitors to the park along with her granddaughter Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi.The incredible garden is one of many featured in the new Secrets of the Royal Gardens, OK! Collector's Edition.The two-and-a-half-year old is the daughter of Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.The couple are also parents to Christopher Woolf - affectionally known as 'Wolfie' - from Edo's previous relationship with architect Dara Huang. Read More Related Articles Kate Middleton’s go-to fashion brand Boden is having a big sale – here's what we're shopping Speaking about the 1.2 acre park, which was created using sustainably sourced wood from the extensive Windsor Estate, she said: “I had some pictures made up into a card and wrote to the King and I said, ‘Your vision was the greatest success ever and it was Sienna’s favourite thing ever'." Princess Beatrice and Edoardo reportedly chose to name their daughter Sienna in honour of Beatrice's mother by choosing with a first name starting with the letter S.

Are you a tall girl, looking to update your spring/summer wardrobe but tired of searching on the high street for trousers that actually fit your long legs (ankle swingers are never a good look). Well, you might have just come to the right place as we've found a chic pair of trousers for £30 that will see you through the season in style.

Britain’s Got Talent star Rosie O’Sullivan shocked fans as she revealed her impressive 17-stone weight loss, ten years after starring on the hit ITV show. Rosie wowed the judges with her impressive singing voice as she belted out ballads which saw her secure a place in the semi-finals during the seventh series of BGT.

and an inner child is a deeply relatable idea, even in a cuckoosical such as this one.David Korins’ set of spaceship white-neon frames is more streamlined than past “Tommy’s,” but it’s used so deftly by McAnuff, lighting designer Amanda Zieve and choreographer Lorin Latarro to paint lush and kaleidoscopic stage pictures. Most wouldn’t call this musical a dance show, but Lotarro’s thrilling choreography makes a case for that category.

cover of her certified classic “Jolene,” which recently turned 50.“Hey Miss Honey B, it’s Dolly P,” says Parton, 79, with all her familiar, down-home warmth.“You know that hussy with the good hair you sing about?” she continues, referencing the infamous, man-stealing “Becky” from “Lemonade” standout “Sorry.”“Reminding me of someone I knew back when/Except she has flamin’ locks of auburn hair … Just a hair of a different color, but it hurts just the same.”Then Bey takes the mic to deliver a soulful, acoustic-guitar-strumming rendition of Parton’s seminal hit — which, after being released in October 1973, went on to top the country chart as the title track of the singer’s 1974 album.Although it is as country as country gets, there is a bit of a hip-hop thump behind the propulsive beat to let you know that this is still very much a Beyoncé album.And after all the ballroom house beats of the first act of “Renaissance” — which came out in July 2022 — this is Bey unplugged, raw and rootsy, breaking down how betrayal knows no color before a whoop-ass choir backs her up at the end.But Parton isn’t the only country legend who — after Beyoncé hinted that she was not “welcomed” when she performed “Daddy Lessons” with the Chicks at the CMA Awards in 2016 — co-signs on “Cowboy Carter.”O.G. outlaw Willie Nelson appears in two interludes — “Smoke Hour” and “Smoke Hour II” — as the host of a radio show on KNTRY in Beyoncé’s native Texas.

Nine years ago, “The Jinx” took HBO by storm, receiving rave reviews, five Emmy nods, and winning two, including Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series. And the show also led to the arrest of its primary subject, Robert Durst, for first-degree murder the day before the premiere of its series finale.

A pensioner who died after he drove the wrong way onto the M62 and crashed into another car has been named and pictured. Police say they are piecing together the circumstances surrounding the death of Leslie Lewis who was killed in a head-on smash near Saddleworth on Saturday (March 22).

Celebrities are known for keeping up their very recognisable appearances, but this week, Pilgrimage: The Road Through North Wales, will bring them onto screens in a very personal journey. Seven well-known personalities, of differing faiths and beliefs, will be shown tackling a modern-day pilgrimage.

Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell has said 'it was time' as she was flooded with comments after revealing a change. The dancer will soon be back on stage as the BBC One dance show's professionals take to the road in their own show.

A pensioner with 'deteriorating' eyesight left a man with a bleed on his brain after striking him with his Mercedes - then hit a dog walker just weeks later.

Rav Wilding's family life looks idyllic, with a happy marriage and an adorable daughter but the BBC Morning Live presenter has had a bumpy ride to get there. With a very public split from a former Celebrity Big Brother winner and a cancelled engagement in his past, Rav, 46, went through his share of heartache in trying to find lasting love. He and wife Jill Morgan have also been through some personal struggles over the years but look like life couldn't be better now - here's everything you need to know about TV star Rav's love life highs and lows.

Katie Price has defended her romp with Gareth Gates while she was six months pregnant.The former glamour model, who was expecting her son Harvey at the time, took Gareth's virginity when he was 17 - something he denied when it was first made public. Opening up about the fling on the podcast Anything Goes with James English, the 45 year old said: "I took his [Gareth Gates'] virginity when I was six months pregnant." After host James shook his head, Katie laughed: "What? You're asking me.

Leonardo DiCaprio has sparked engagement rumours after he was spotted out with his model girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti who sported a massive ring on her wedding finger.The Hollywood icon, 49, was snapped enjoying lunch with girlfriend Vittoria, 25, who then flaunted the massive sparkler on her ring finger during their date. The couple, who have reportedly been dating since October last year, appeared loved up as they visited Mexican restaurant Yuca’s in Los Angeles in new paparazzi snaps as per Page Six. Leonardo, who has starred in loads of Hollywood Blockbusters, has dated lots of younger women over the years, including Camila Morrone, Blake Lively, Toni Garrn, and model Gigi Hadid.

Coronation Street has teased an exit for Damon Hay (Ciarán Griffiths) after he was arrested in recent scenes.The fan favourite's future on the ITV soap is currently looking uncertain, sparking fears he could be leaving Weatherfield for good. Damon was arrested in Wednesday's (27th March) episode of Coronation Street for his involvement in a robbery. His girlfriend Sarah Platt (Tina O'Brien) was left devastated after finding out Damon had been involved in criminal activity again, despite him previously vow to give it all up in order to be with her.

Jennifer Leak - best known for appearing in the 1968 movie Yours, Mine And Ours - sadly passed away at 76 years old at her home in Jupiter, Florida.The Cardiff-born star was battling a neurological disease and died on March 18. Jennifer also appeared in soaps such as Another World, Guiding Light, One Life to Live and The Young and the Restless.

Dark circles and pigmentation under the eyes can be a real beauty bugbear, and while these can be tricky to get rid of, using the best eye creams can help to minimise their appearance. And we've found one at a great price as part of an Easter flash sale. From 29 March-2 April, Tesco Clubcard holders can pick up Nivea Luminous630 Anti-Dark-Circle Eye Cream – usually priced at £27 – for just £10 as part of Tesco's Payday Deals.