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• Fundraising page set up to give nine-year-old who died in crash the 'best send off ever'

  01-08-2016 23:50 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The boy was tragically killed when the car he was travelling in with his dad and brother overturned near the M56 on Sunday
  
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• Petrol price war at supermarkets as Asda and Tesco cut prices by up to 2p per litre

  01-08-2016 22:41 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Supermarkets across the country are dropping the price of petrol and diesel
  
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• UKIP hopeful Steven Woolfe 'forgot about driving conviction'

  01-08-2016 22:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  UKIP leadership hopeful Steven Woolfe admits he failed to disclose a drink-driving conviction when seeking election as a police commissioner in 2012 - in possible breach of electoral law.
  
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• 'Disgusting' Key103 heartless hotline competition is slammed by communications watchdog Ofcom

  01-08-2016 21:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The competition saw callers take cash from people in need
  
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• 'Disgusting' Key 103 heartless hotline competition is slammed by communications watchdog Ofcom

  01-08-2016 21:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The competition saw callers take cash from people in need
  
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• 12 of Manchester's best cocktail bars

  01-08-2016 21:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  From reinvented classics to molecular madness, Manchester's cocktail bars have something for everyone
  
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• One-Day Cup: Durham out of competition after Lancashire game washed out

  01-08-2016 21:19 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Durham go out of the One-Day Cup after their match against Lancashire is abandoned and other results go against them.
  
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• Last orders for landmark Manchester pub The Old Grapes as it gets ready to close

  01-08-2016 20:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The historic pub, once run by Coronation Street star Liz Dawn, is set to shut this month
  
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• First picture of dad-of-four who died after an attack outside McDonalds in Ashton town centre

  01-08-2016 20:15 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A photograph has emerged of Bradley Moore, 43, who suffered serious injuries to his head and abdomen in the assault
  
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• Dying man in plea for help to finish his Japanese garden

  01-08-2016 19:59 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Steve Dale is asking for help to install a water feature in his garden in Burnage as he is now too ill to complete the work himself.
  
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• Defendant accused of murdering homeless man denies killing his friend while high on Spice

  01-08-2016 19:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The body of Daniel Smith, 23, was found in a burning tent in a squat under railway arches at Irwell Street in January of this year
  
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• These huge pipes should save parts of Salford from flooding

  01-08-2016 19:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Vital work is being carried to prevent 260 homes being flooded in Worsley village.
  
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• Police release CCTV image after woman's bag snatched in Wigan

  01-08-2016 19:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The victim was standing on the platform at Atherton station when the incident happened at around 2.55pm on Tuesday June 28.
  
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• Drug dealer on the run after shooting hides out as Uber driver

  01-08-2016 19:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Yusuf Meah disappeared in May last year after a gun was fired in the stairwell of his flat in Openshaw
  
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• Viola Beach set for posthumous number one

  01-08-2016 19:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The debut album from Viola Beach - the British band killed in a car crash in February - looks set to reach number one in the album chart.
  
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• Man 'falls under' tram at Prestwich Metrolink stop

  01-08-2016 19:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police and paramedics were called to the stop on Rectory Lane after reports a man in his 40s had been hit by a tram.
  
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• Josh Magennis: Kilmarnock reject offer from Oldham

  01-08-2016 18:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Kilmarnock turn down an offer for Northern Ireland striker Josh Magennis from Oldham Athletic.
  
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• Devastated family claim vets put down their cat without permission

  01-08-2016 18:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The family say the Animal Trust in Bolton put Malvyn - who they had cared for for several months - to sleep without contacting them
  
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• 12-year-old's mother shouts 'love you son' as he is remanded into custody after being charged with murder

  01-08-2016 18:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  On each occasion he blew a kiss from the courtroom dock to the public gallery where his visibly upset mother was sitting
  
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• Man stabbed student to death at university halls in brutal homophobic murder

  01-08-2016 18:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  William “Will” Lound was found dead at his halls of residence at Bramall Court, Cannon Street, Salford, in February
  
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• New 'eSports gaming zone' will keep your kids entertained - while you grab a coffee

  01-08-2016 18:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Head to the Trafford Centre for a new computer gaming zone with Xbox, PS4 and even a virtual reality pod
  
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• Mother of student killed in transphobic murder blames mental health services

  01-08-2016 18:26
  
  Lee Arnold, who has paranoid schizophrenia, is sentenced to life in jail for killing William Lound in SalfordThe mother of a student who was murdered in a transphobic and homophobic attack has blamed “totally inadequate” mental health services for the death of her son.Lee Arnold, 37, was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 23 years and four months for stabbing 30-year-old William Lound 12 times in his room at his halls of residence in February this year. Continue readi
  
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• LIVE updates: Large police presence on Moss Side street as officers respond to incident

  01-08-2016 18:07 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  One passer by said there are currently around 15 police vehicles on the avenue, including a tactical aid unit and police dogs
  
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• Large police presence on Moss Side street as officers respond to incident

  01-08-2016 18:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  One passer by said there are currently around 15 police vehicles on the avenue, including a tactical aid unit and police dogs
  
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• Coronation Street spoilers: What happens on Corrie this week?

  01-08-2016 18:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Weatherfield residents gather for Kylie's funeral, Gemma is threatened and the truth comes out about Callum's murder
  
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• William Lound killing: Mother does not blame man jailed for son's murder

  01-08-2016 18:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A grieving mother says she does not blame the man who stabbed her 30-year-old son to death in a "transphobic and homophobic" murder.
  
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• Man banned from flying Jet2 for life after drunken outburst is outed as Jeremy Kyle love rat

  01-08-2016 17:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Joshua Anthony Strickland, 21, was banned and billed £12,000 by the airline after his drunken behaviour forced a flight to land in Manchester.
  
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• Top 7 things to do in Manchester this August

  01-08-2016 17:37 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  From world-renowned festivals to gigs by Manchester's biggest home-grown talent, August is looking pretty spectacular
  
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• Police release CCTV images after motorbike thug brandishes knife at cash delivery driver in Bury

  01-08-2016 17:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The rider shouted at the cash delivery driver to give him the cash box he was carrying, while wielding a knife
  
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• First picture of Jaiden Gill, 9, who died in horror crash near the M56

  01-08-2016 17:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Jaiden, from Wythenshawe, was travelling with his dad and brother in a blue Ford Focus when the car overturned close to Hapsford Services, near Chester, on Sunday
  
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• Rhys Pugsley: Eight-year ban for Wales RL international

  01-08-2016 17:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Wales RL international Rhys Pugsley is banned for eight years after a second positive test for anabolic steroids.
  
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• Manchester Beer and Cider Festival tickets go on sale today

  01-08-2016 17:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Grab your mates and get booking for guaranteed entry to one of Manchester's biggest beer events
  
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• Sale's Beaumont & Haley in England squad

  01-08-2016 17:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nathan Hughes is named in England's provisional elite player squad, but Danny Cipriani and Chris Ashton are omitted.
  
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• Neighbours call police after noisy gazebo alley party keeps them awake

  01-08-2016 17:15 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A gazebo was set up in an alley in Moston, with loud music pumping out from 3.30pm on Sunday
  
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• Watch: Amazing video of Coronation Street's Audrey dancing to the Weeknd hit I Can't Feel My Face

  01-08-2016 17:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Actress Sue Nicholls busts out some serious dance moves in this hilarious behind-the-scenes video shared by co-star Shayne Ward
  
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• Hundreds gather to release balloons in vigil to remember Chloe Cockton and baby Ava Rose Sharples

  01-08-2016 17:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'Kirkholt Lighting Up' took place on Sunday night with many turning out ot pay their respects to the two girls
  
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• First Drive: 2016 DS 3 Givenchy

  01-08-2016 17:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A car with a built-in make-up box and a £3000 price premium. Does it have the foundation of something glossy, or will being seen in it make you blusher?
  
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• UKIP hopeful Steven Woolfe misses leadership deadline

  01-08-2016 16:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  MEP Steven Woolfe, seen as the frontrunner to succeed Nigel Farage as UKIP leader, misses the deadline for submitting his nomination - but says he is still a candidate.
  
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• Deaf boy, 9, who is unable to speak reunited with mum after being found wandering streets alone

  01-08-2016 16:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Officers discovered the child on Edge Lane, in Stretford
  , on Monday morning, but no-one had reported him as missing
  
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• Group threaten 6'5" man dressed as Thor in city centre

  01-08-2016 16:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A 999 call was made after the men were reportedly seen threatening the man dressed as the character on his way to Manchester Comic Con on Sunday
  
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• When do Greater Manchester's BHS stores close?

  01-08-2016 16:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The end is nigh for one of the country's most famous department stores, but when does you local one shut?
  
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• PS4, Xbox and PC game releases in August include No Man's Sky and new Deus Ex

  01-08-2016 15:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Take a look at the new video games which will be released on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Windows in August
  
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• PS4, Xbox and PC August game releases include No Man's Sky and new Deus Ex

  01-08-2016 15:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Take a look at the new video games which will be released on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Windows in August
  
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• PS4 and Xbox August game releases include No Man's Sky and new Deus Ex

  01-08-2016 15:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Take a look at the new video games which will be released on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Windows in August
  
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• Emergency services called as man climbs on roof of mental health unit in Salford - latest updates

  01-08-2016 15:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police officers and the fire service are at the Meadowbrook unit at Salford Royal Hospital
  
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• Dad rescues baby son after returning from work - and realising his home is on fire

  01-08-2016 15:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The man then went back inside the Stockport house to put out the bedroom blaze with a bucket of water
  
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• Seven reasons to buy the Volvo XC90

  01-08-2016 15:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A sweet family car from Sweden
  
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• Marouane Fellaini-type deal unrealistic without Sunderland progress - David Moyes

  01-08-2016 14:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Sunderland must make significant progress to attract players of the calibre of Marouane Fellaini, says new boss David Moyes.
  
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• Blue singer Duncan James comforts Stephanie Davis following "embarrassing" morning sickness incident

  01-08-2016 14:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The gallant actor and singer reassured the former Hollyoaks star after she was taken ill at a train station
  
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• Hundreds pay tribute to Jaiden Gill, nine-year-old killed as car overturned off motorway

  01-08-2016 14:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Jaiden, from Wythenshawe, died in hospital following the tragedy just off the M56
  
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