Manchester news

• Man Utd downed by dominant Chelsea

  13-03-2017 23:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Chelsea capitalise on Ander Herrera's sending-off to win a hard-fought FA Cup quarter-final with holders Manchester United.
  
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• Ever wonder what Coleen Rooney would look like dressed as a mermaid? Well, wonder no more...

  13-03-2017 23:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Coleen's fancy dress game is strong
  
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• Bury Market fire could have been started by discarded cigarettes

  13-03-2017 22:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A large stack of plastic crates caught alight - sending thick cloud of black smoke above the market
  
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• John Lever, the drummer from cult punk band The Chameleons, dies

  13-03-2017 21:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The band split in 1987 following the sudden death of manager Tony Fletcher
  
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• John Lever, the drummer from cult post-punk band The Chameleons, dies

  13-03-2017 21:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The band split in 1987 following the sudden death of manager Tony Fletcher
  
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• Horrifying picture shows moment man dices with death by walking along edge of bridge over M60

  13-03-2017 21:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The incident happened close to Ashton on the M60 near junction 23 on Monday afternoon
  
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• Firefighters tackle blaze at landmark Bury Market

  13-03-2017 20:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police were called to the scene at around 6pm this evening and remain in attendance
  
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• Ram-raiders smash into two shops in the same weekend

  13-03-2017 19:48 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Stolen cars were driven into the Co-op, on Dairyground Road, Bramhall, and High Grove Store, on Silverdale Road, Gatley, over the weekend
  
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• Manchester's forgotten tragedy - the day a plane crashed into a Wythenshawe estate

  13-03-2017 19:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  60 years ago tomorrow started as a typical March Manchester day, but it was marked by disaster - and the deaths of 22 people
  
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• Stephanie Davis on her baby's terrifying trip to hospital and reuniting with Jeremy McConnell

  13-03-2017 19:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Steph has spoken out about letting Jeremy back into their lives ahead of her first Mother's Day as a new mum
  
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• Ryanair passenger 'grabbed flight attendant by the testicles' and asked 'are you gay?'

  13-03-2017 18:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Thomas Sleigh could be ordered to sign the sex offenders register when he is sentenced later this month
  
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• Northern, Southern rail and Merseyrail staff on strike

  13-03-2017 18:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Northern, Southern and Merseyrail staff take action over plans for driver-only operated trains.
  
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• Archie's burger bar plans Piccadilly site - as Floyd Mayweather backs US expansion

  13-03-2017 18:31 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The owners of Archie's burger and shake bars on Oxford Road reveal new Piccadilly site - and plans for US ventures with boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr
  
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• 'Give the poor kid some privacy' - what you said about the parents who let their child use a potty in the middle of a pub

  13-03-2017 18:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Diners were reportedly shocked by the youngster going to the toilet surrounded by families eating
  
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• Dad found hanged in Benidorm police cell after being arrested following row, inquest hears

  13-03-2017 18:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Antony Abbott, 36, was discovered by officers ‘unresponsive’ with a ligature around his neck in October 2015. He was pronounced dead at the scene
  
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• When do the clocks change in 2017? Do lighter nights have health benefits?

  13-03-2017 18:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The clocks go forward in March but when - and why?
  
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• A-listers who have been spotted doing random things in Manchester

  13-03-2017 17:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Orlando Bloom, Cameron Diaz, Julia Roberts, Lady Gaga and many other major superstars who have been seen in the city
  
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• A secret bar, street food and gypsy jazz - what not to miss at Gin Festival Manchester 2017

  13-03-2017 17:48 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The festival returns to Victoria Baths for two weekends this month
  
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• This one easy trick could save you £139 a year on your Sky subscription

  13-03-2017 17:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  You could cut your bills by a fifth without even picking up the phone
  
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• Armed police siege on Coronation Street: What's Tracy Barlow done now?

  13-03-2017 17:37 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Spoiler alert: Tracy Barlow is handcuffed by armed police, as new pictures emerge of her jailed killer ex Rob back on the scene
  
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• Breast removal surgeon 'said he would recommend op to wife'

  13-03-2017 17:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Surgeon Ian Paterson is accused of performing unnecessary operations on nine women and a man.
  
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• !VIVA! festival to bring slice of Spain to Home and First Street in Manchester later this month

  13-03-2017 17:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Film, theatre, art, performance, live music, food and drink and craft beer and wine will bring a Spanish vice to the city centre - along with a big tent
  
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• Fireman who refused to send crew to house attacked by a dangerous suspect will NOT be punished

  13-03-2017 17:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The officer was ordered to visit the home in the Stockport area after fireworks were put through a letterbox
  
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• 'My murdered son's body parts were stored in secret' - the human remains scandal revealed

  13-03-2017 17:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The remains of 180 dead victims of crime from Greater Manchester were only uncovered during a recent audit of the organs still kept for GMP following the Alder Hey scandal
  
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• Pro cycling stars will coach your kids for free at Bike Expo

  13-03-2017 16:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Professional cyclists are offering free coaching to kids at Bike Expo's indoor velodrome
  
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• Elderly war veteran has his mobility scooter stolen by gang of thieves

  13-03-2017 16:44 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A gang of three thieves got into a sheltered housing complex in Stockport to steal the scooter
  
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• Chelsea vs Manchester United LIVE result and reaction

  13-03-2017 16:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Man Utd exited the FA Cup at the quarter final stage after a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
  
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• Derek Griffiths is leaving Coronation Street after only a year on the soap

  13-03-2017 16:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The actor who plays mechanic Freddie Smith has quit Corrie
  
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• Majority want Parliament to have 'meaningful' vote on Brexit talks - poll

  13-03-2017 15:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  MPs are preparing to debate and vote on an amendment to the Brexit Bill
  
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• Gas-fired Carrington Power Station in Trafford officially opens

  13-03-2017 15:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A £710m gas-fired power station is officially opened by the junior energy minister Jesse Norman MP.
  
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• Take a look inside the world's smallest mobile nightclub

  13-03-2017 15:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ged Jenkins-Omar, from Fallowfield, has secured himself a spot in the Guinness World Record book after creating Club 28
  
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• Easter 2017 bank holiday dates - UK calendar for bank holidays in April, May and August

  13-03-2017 15:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  When is Easter 2017? When is May Bank Holiday?  Is Good Friday a Bank Holiday? Everything you need to know in our Bank Holiday Calendar 2017
  
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• Calls to safeguard Star and Garter's future as Mayfield depot development plans take shape

  13-03-2017 14:50 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The former railway station is set to be transformed as part of an £850m scheme by developers U+I
  
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• Review: Laura Marling, Manchester Albert Hall

  13-03-2017 14:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'She doesn’t say much throughout the set, but with her Dylan-esque lyrics she doesn’t have to: she divulges so much in her songs'
  
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• A pensioner died after suffering 'catastrophic' bleeding - now her family could sue the care home that neglected her

  13-03-2017 14:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The home could be shut down if it doesn't make drastic improvements in the next six months
  
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• Plans submitted for second phase of Kampus, the stunning new city centre district

  13-03-2017 14:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The second phase of the project encompasses two derelict nineteenth century former warehouse buildings, Minto & Turner and Minshull House, listed for their historical interest.
  
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• Giant nets could be put up next to Manchester Airport relief road to stop stray golf balls hitting cars

  13-03-2017 13:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Stockport Council will rule on its own planning application to erect a 95metre long 20m high fence between Hazel Grove Golf Course and the bypass, which is currently under construction
  
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• Ricky Gervais at the O2 Apollo Manchester - stage times, support act, and everything you need to know

  13-03-2017 13:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ricky Gervais is taking his 2017 tour Humanity across the globe
  
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• Ricky Gervais at the O2 Apollo Manchester - seating plan, support act, and everything you need to know

  13-03-2017 13:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ricky Gervais is taking his 2017 tour Humanity across the globe
  
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• Floyd Mayweather 'out of retirement' and keen to fight Conor McGregor

  13-03-2017 13:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Bout between five-weight boxing world champion Mayweather and UFC's biggest star has been rumoured for some time
  
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• Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon plans second independence referendum

  13-03-2017 13:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ms Sturgeon said the vote could be held in autumn 2018 at the earliest
  
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• Warren Joyce: Wigan Athletic part company after four months

  13-03-2017 13:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Championship strugglers Wigan Athletic part company boss Warren Joyce after just four months with the Latics.
  
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• The Voice star Will.i.Am to film new music video on Coronation Street

  13-03-2017 13:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  American music superstar Will.i.Am loved Coronation Street so much when he visited, he's going to film his new music video there this week
  
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• Care cuts for disabled people in Greater Manchester after budgets' devolved

  13-03-2017 13:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Many disabled people are losing out after their care budget was devolved to local councils, the BBC learns.
  
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• Sacked Bury Hospice chief executive hits back at charity after winning unfair dismissal case

  13-03-2017 13:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Jacqui Comber lost her job in March last year after a damning report about her time in charge
  
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• £650m New Bailey scheme will blur the line between Manchester and Salford more than ever before

  13-03-2017 12:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  1,000 new homes, 11,000 new jobs and 220,000 sq m of commercial space to be created in a new 'gateway' into Manchester
  
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• 24 star Kiefer Sutherland is coming to play a gig in Manchester

  13-03-2017 12:44 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Hollywood actor Kiefer Sutherland has announced a UK tour with a date at Gorilla and tickets are on sale now
  
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• Coronation Street tonight: Some of the most awkward Corrie scenes ever?

  13-03-2017 12:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Creepy Nathan meets the Platts for dinner, Aidan is dreading Maria being released from prison and the McDonalds play at happy families with baby Oliver
  
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• Manchester parents talk potty etiquette after child uses one in the middle of a pub

  13-03-2017 12:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Diners were reportedly shocked by the youngster going to the toilet surrounded by families eating
  
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• Watch: Grown man storms off Robot Wars after losing to a bunch of kids - and it's weirdly hilarious

  13-03-2017 12:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'Whatever'
  
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