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• Newborn baby taken to hospital after school Christmas decoration goes up in flames in Cheadle Hulme

  09-12-2016 22:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Parents are being warned after flammable green foam was used in decorations
  
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• Hunt for knife thug who has held up three young woman in a week in Queens Park in Harpurhey

  09-12-2016 22:32 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police say the offender has 'gingery hair' and is 'chubby'
  
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• Christmas is coming... and the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital has just one thing on its list

  09-12-2016 22:11 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The facility would give patients and their families much-needed space away from wards
  
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• Masked robbers with sledgehammers and machetes terrorise staff at B&M in Swinton

  09-12-2016 22:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  According to one eyewitness, a checkout worker was 'dragged towards the exit'
  
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• Man caught stuffing shotgun down tracksuit trouser leg is jailed for five years

  09-12-2016 21:49 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police were called after the 29-year-old was seen picking up a shotgun from waste ground
  
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• This 'bike cam' footage shows just how many drivers appear to be breaking the no-parking rules on a busy commuter road

  09-12-2016 21:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  “They are forcing myself and my baby into the road. I’m a confident cyclist but I don’t want to do that, and I shouldn’t have to."
  
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• Giant illuminated Daleks, orchards and colourful flotillas are illuminating Salford waterways this weekend

  09-12-2016 21:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Lightwaves 2016 and Blackpool Illuminations have transformed MediaCity into a twinkling late night attraction
  
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• Giant illuminated Daleks, orchards and colourful flotillas are illuminating Salford waterways

  09-12-2016 21:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Lightwaves 2016 and Blackpool Illuminations have transformed MediaCity into a twinkling late night attraction
  
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• Police hunt after drone narrowly misses Boeing 767 coming in to land at Manchester Airport

  09-12-2016 20:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The incident has been slammed as 'reckless'
  
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• Secret speakeasy bar The Fitzgerald to open in Heaton Moor this weekend

  09-12-2016 20:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Expect classic and experimental cocktails in sultry surroundings
  
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• Fake five pound note warning as scammers take advantage of Christmas rush to rip-off online sellers

  09-12-2016 19:51 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "Purchasing counterfeit notes can be tempting and many people do not realise that, not only are these notes completely worthless, but knowingly holding or passing them on is a crime."
  
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• Gun thrown out of window as police chase car with fake number plates

  09-12-2016 19:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Three teenagers were arrested, and knives and a baseball bat were found inside the stolen car
  
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• Primary school evacuated after hoax bomb threat in Whitworth

  09-12-2016 19:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Hundreds of pupils were sent home following the bogus call
  
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• Santa Claus went out collecting for charity... and got 'egged' by yobs

  09-12-2016 18:49 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "It was just a rubbish end of a great night.”
  
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• Owl rescued after flying to top of tall tree and becoming trapped

  09-12-2016 18:32 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Mazi the barn owl became entangled in a tree in Royton
  
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• Woman arrested on suspicion of murder after former print worker found stabbed in flat

  09-12-2016 18:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  “They were a perfect couple, really nice people."
  
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• First drive: 2017 Mercedes E 350 d

  09-12-2016 17:37 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  If you have the budget it’s hard to see what more you could need
  
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• Baby boom makes tots stars of hospital charity calendar

  09-12-2016 17:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Babiographers calendar has been produced after 12 babies were born to Wigan's radiology staff
  
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• Babiographers: Adorable tots are star attraction in charity calendar from Wigan's radiology department

  09-12-2016 17:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A baby boom among staff at a radiology department sparked an idea to raise money for charity
  
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• Fraudster who tried to con the taxman out of £260,000 has been jailed... after lying again

  09-12-2016 17:23 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  “Those who try to avoid paying their fair share cheat our public services of the vital funding they need."
  
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• Things you only know when you have TWO kids

  09-12-2016 16:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  From coffee breaks to sneaky naps, there are certain things that become impossible once baby number two arrives
  
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• Manchester's tallest skyscraper is set to built with a £70m loan from Greater Manchester's councils

  09-12-2016 16:49 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The money comes from a pot for investment in private sector housing - which has been criticised for not doing enough to promote affordable homes
  
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• Rochdale councillors could get a 34 per cent pay rise

  09-12-2016 16:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Critics say proposal is ‘totally insensitive’ at time when authority is slashing another £38m from its budget
  
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• Man who died after suspected hit and run in Oldham is named

  09-12-2016 16:32 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police are urging the driver of the vehicle to come forward after the crash on Thursday evening
  
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• Man found dead inside shopping centre toilets in Ashton-under-Lyne

  09-12-2016 16:07 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police have said there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death
  
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• Pennine Care told to improve services following health watchdog inspection

  09-12-2016 15:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The trust provides mental health services and community care to people across Greater Manchester
  
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• What time is the Anthony Joshua vs Eric Molina fight?

  09-12-2016 15:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The time, full undercard, tale of the tape and TV channel information for the boxing match which takes place at Manchester Arena on Saturday night
  
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• Man left fighting for life after being hit by a van is now making a 'miracle' recovery

  09-12-2016 15:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Keiron Pulford has started walking and talking again following the horrific accident
  
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• Autistic boy barred from school's Christmas performance because he hasn't managed to learn all the steps

  09-12-2016 15:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The school says there will be other opportunities but mum Nicol Hankin says Tyler-Jaye has been left feeling worthless
  
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• The Growler Shop is open and all Manchester beer fans are invited

  09-12-2016 15:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Opening tomorrow, this is Manchester's new craft beer hot-spot
  
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• Two near-misses renew fears drones could cause major air accident

  09-12-2016 15:21
  
  One came within six metres of a Boeing 767 preparing to land at Manchester while the other passed close to an Airbus A320 above LondonFears that drones could cause a major air accident have been reignited after two more near-misses in London and Manchester, with one drone passing over the wing of a passenger jet.Investigators said a drone about 2ft (60cm) wide had just missed the right wing of a Boeing 767 that was coming in to land at Manchester airport. Continue reading...
  
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• Watch Coronation Street icon Hilda Ogden's final scenes before a special screening in Manchester

  09-12-2016 15:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Footage of Hilda Ogden's REAL final scenes on Corrie has been uncovered - and fans can attend a special screening in tribute to actress Jean Alexander
  
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• Review: Rod Stewart at Manchester Arena

  09-12-2016 15:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The British pop legend belies his years with an ambitious and energetic set
  
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• Coronation Street and Emmerdale stars visit poorly kids at Manchester Children's Hospital

  09-12-2016 14:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Brooke Vincent and Gemma Atkinson among stars bringing festive cheer to Royal Manchester Children's Hospital patients
  
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• Britain's Got Talent open auditions come to Manchester THIS WEEKEND

  09-12-2016 14:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  This is your chance to be the next Susan Boyle or George Sampson
  
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• Ukip leader Paul Nuttall admits he's eyeing up Andy Burnham's Leigh seat

  09-12-2016 14:15 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The MEP said he's open to running in a Leigh by-election if Mr Burnham vacates it to become mayor
  
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• Watch: Manchester United fans ambushed by Ukrainian ultras and pelted with bricks and bottles

  09-12-2016 14:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A total of 1,000 Reds made the trip to see their side take on FC Zorya as they looked to book their place in the knockout stages of the Europa League
  
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• CCTV clue after armed robberies at Wigan Bargain Booze and newsagents

  09-12-2016 14:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  In both incidents a man threatened staff members with a gun
  
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• Man dies in Oldham suspected hit-and-run crash

  09-12-2016 13:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A man in his 70s dies in a suspected hit-and-run crash in Oldham.
  
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• Police hunting man who fled from car following collision in Dukinfield

  09-12-2016 13:48 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Officers were called to King Street, at the junction of Astley Street, following reports of a crash at 10.40am
  
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• Brave Stockport man honoured for rescuing teenager from knife attack

  09-12-2016 13:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Joe Smalley was about to go to bed but heard screams and saw victim being dragged down alley
  
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• Toddler died from viral infection hours after being sent home from hospital

  09-12-2016 13:11 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Doctors had believed two-year-old Scarlett Veronica Walker had tonsillitis, and were unaware she had heart problems, an inquest into her death heard.
  
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• Win tickets for the Albert Hall's massive Elf rave

  09-12-2016 12:49 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  This festive screening of Will Ferrell's classic film is THE party of the season
  
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• Tameside children's services: 'Serious failings' found by inspectors

  09-12-2016 12:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Children's services in Tameside are rated "inadequate" after "serious and widespread failings" were found by government inspectors.
  
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• Judges reject Glasgow bin lorry crash private prosecution bid

  09-12-2016 12:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  59-year-old driver Harry Clarke had history of health issues but not disclose medical background to his employers or the DVLA
  
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• Live: Motorway bus crash near Heaton Park causes major tailbacks on M60 and M66

  09-12-2016 12:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  All three lanes of the M60 were closed clockwise near junction 19 while the bus was recovered
  
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• Live: Bus crash shuts M60 near Heaton Park

  09-12-2016 12:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  All three lanes are shut near junction 19, close to Middleton, Prestwich and Heaton Park
  
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• LIVE: Primary school evacuated after bomb threat

  09-12-2016 12:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Staff at Tonacliffe primary school in the village of  Whitworth near Rochdale told pupils to go home after receiving the threat at 9am
  
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• A pop up football bar is opening in an old warehouse near Manchester Utd's ground

  09-12-2016 11:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Designed by Kro Bar, it launches on Sunday for Manchester United against Spurs.
  
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• A pop up football bar is opening in an old warehouse near Manchester United's ground

  09-12-2016 11:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Organisers hope it will become a regular match day eating and drinking spot
  
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