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• Man left with fractured skull and punctured lung after vicious alleyway attack

  13-04-2017 22:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The victim, in his 20s, was found covered in blood with a fractured skull, broken ribs and a punctured lung following the brutal assault in Radcliffe
  
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• Dangerous sexual predator raped young boy after grooming him on Facebook

  13-04-2017 21:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ben Flynn has now been jailed for 13 years after preying on his victim on social media before attacking him ‘to satisfy his own depraved urges’, detectives said
  
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• Sex pest banned from city centre after groping women commuters and shoppers

  13-04-2017 20:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Anthony Robertson, 37, has been told he is barred from entering the area bordered by the Mancunian Way, Trinity Way and Great Ancoats Street after admitting offences of sexual assault and exposure
  
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• Morrissey cancels US gig due to 'health concerns'

  13-04-2017 20:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Mancunian legend was forced to call off his concert in San Antonio, Texas, on Wednesday night
  
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• Woman fighting for life following VW Golf crash

  13-04-2017 19:49 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A man is also in a serious condition following the crash which happened on Manchester Road, Castleton, just after 12.20am on Thursday morning
  
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• Petrol bomb murderer Stephen Archer maintains sister's killing was 'horrific freak accident' in letter

  13-04-2017 19:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The M.E.N has seen a ‘press and media statement’ penned by Stephen Archer who last week was jailed for life for setting his sibling alight at her Newton Heath home
  
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• Paedophile jailed for raping boy, 12

  13-04-2017 19:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The "dangerous predator" offered to pay his victim's bus fare and Playstation games before abusing him
  
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• Wannabe cabbies kicked out of taxi driving exam for cheating - and they weren't very subtle about it

  13-04-2017 18:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Both had their applications for licences refused by Tameside council
  
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• Easter travel - the roads and motorways to avoid, and changes to public transport

  13-04-2017 18:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Easter weekend is traditionally one of the busiest travelling times of the year - here's what you need to know to get to your destination
  
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• 'He was the heart of our family' - tributes to man, 20, found dead in the Northern Quarter

  13-04-2017 18:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Dylan Crawford, 20, was discovered in the early hours of Wednesday - two men have now been arrested on suspicion of theft and supplying prohibited drugs
  
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• Another primary school set to axe more than half its teaching assistants

  13-04-2017 18:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The move at St Chad's primary in Cheetham Hill comes after 12 of 13 teaching assistant roles were scrapped at St Patrick's in Collyhurst
  
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• Look inside new luxury hotel Oddfellows on the Park

  13-04-2017 18:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The boutique bolthole is open now inside Bruntwood Hall in Cheadle, with a new restaurant, bar and beauty spa
  
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• Albert's Schloss owners buy a slice of Rudy's Neapolitan Pizzeria in Ancoats

  13-04-2017 18:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Ancoats restaurant was listed among the best pizzerias in the world
  
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• Appeal to find mental health patient John Piggott who has been missing for three months

  13-04-2017 17:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  John Piggott has not been seen since January after going on leave from hospital to Prestwich in Bury
  
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• Take a look inside Manchester's secret basement cocktail den the Corner Cocktail Club

  13-04-2017 17:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Where it's strictly bookings only and table service - if you can find it
  
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• Rochdale council praised for 'pioneering' anti-grooming scheme

  13-04-2017 17:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The project, which aims to protect young people from sexual exploitation, has been commended by education chiefs for stopping youngsters becoming victims of horrendous abuse
  
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• This week in Manchester - Baby, the first computer, is born

  13-04-2017 17:37 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  What happened in Manchester this week in previous years?
  
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• How resilent district rose out of industrial decline

  13-04-2017 17:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Gorton has overcome a lot over the years - but the spirit and resilience of its residents has shone through
  
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• Manchester pub crawls: 15 great real ale pubs from Ancoats to Castlefield

  13-04-2017 17:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  You might have to attempt it over a weekend... here are 15 great pubs that take you across the city centre
  
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• How you could save thousands on a new car this Easter

  13-04-2017 17:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The government revised its Road Tax rates on 1st April
  
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• Then and Now: King Street

  13-04-2017 17:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  How one of Manchester's best-known streets has changed in the last 80 years
  
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• CCTV shows children risking their lives as they play on railway lines as trains approach

  13-04-2017 17:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The footage has been released by British Transport Police (BTP) chiefs in a bid to deter people going near train tracks
  
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• Things to do with the kids this Easter weekend in Manchester

  13-04-2017 17:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  From egg hunts to family festivals, there are some sweet treats in store for families over the spring break
  
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• Man rescued from Rochdale Canal in Manchester city centre

  13-04-2017 17:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police said the man was safely removed from the water
  
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• The best Manchester food and drink events and club nights over the Easter weekend

  13-04-2017 16:59 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Be it street food at GRUB, booze or clubbing at Gorilla, here's all the best things to do in Manchester over Easter weekend 2017
  
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• Virgin East Coast and Arriva Northern train staff to strike

  13-04-2017 16:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Union officials say they want "explicit clarification" on the future role of guards.
  
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• Today is your last chance to register to vote in the Greater Manchester mayoral election

  13-04-2017 16:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Anyone who wants to vote needs to be on the electoral roll before midnight tonight
  
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• Disease-carrying mosquitoes could invade Greater Manchester THIS SUMMER

  13-04-2017 16:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Asian Tiger could be heading this way - so turn over your empty plant pots!
  
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• Easter weekend opening hours Manchester: The Arndale, Trafford Centre, supermarkets and DIY stores

  13-04-2017 16:07 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  What are Aldi and Tesco's opening time for Easter 2017? Is the Arndale open on Sunday? Everything you need to know
  
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• Easter 2017 opening times for supermarkets Asda, Sainsbury's, Tesco, Morrisons and Aldi

  13-04-2017 16:07 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  What are Aldi and Tesco's opening time for Easter 2017? Is the Arndale open on Sunday? Everything you need to know
  
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• Woman raped after night out in Manchester city centre

  13-04-2017 16:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police have launched an investigation
  
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• Manchester mayoral hopefuls on a digital future, homelessness and re-balancing the region

  13-04-2017 16:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Labour MP Andy Burnham and Trafford councillors Conservative Sean Anstee and Jane Brophy of the Liberal Democrats were quizzed by sector experts
  
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• Three people arrested in connection with early morning stabbing outside community centre

  13-04-2017 15:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police in Stockport continue to investigate as the victim remains in hospital
  
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• Chair of primary school PTA in Didsbury admits stealing tens of thousands of pounds from their accounts

  13-04-2017 15:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Sally Connolly, 43, now faces jail after pleading guilty to five counts of theft
  
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• Inside Manchester's first poké restaurant Oké Poké

  13-04-2017 15:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Oké Poké is bringing the Hawaiian delicacy to the Northern Quarter 
  
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• Controlling boyfriend called teenage girlfriend a 'slag' and bit her hand after she refused to give him her phone

  13-04-2017 14:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Imraan Hasha branded his victim a 'prostitute' and threw away her clothes during their one year relationship
  
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• Three people arrested in connection with Stockport stabbing

  13-04-2017 14:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A 35-year-old man was stabbed in the leg outside a community club in Brinnington
  
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• Are Stretford band Prose a "lucky charm" for Manchester United?

  13-04-2017 14:41 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Local band Prose played on the opening night of a secret Reds fan bar - and United haven't lost a match since
  
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• Pilot Light TV festival returns to Manchester with unseen Brass Eye, Mad Men and top picks from Walter Presents

  13-04-2017 14:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Screenings will take place across the city at HOME, Gorilla and Manchester Central Library
  
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• Train passengers facing more chaos as new rail strike announced

  13-04-2017 14:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Arriva Rail North workers are walking out again later this month, in a move that will affect thousands of commuters using Northern services
  
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• Johnny Marr's old teacher reveals he also taught Andy Rourke, but adds 'I don't even like The Smiths'

  13-04-2017 14:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  But former English teacher Jim Foley has heaped praise on guitarist's book
  
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• Catholic priest who raped a young boy until he prayed for death is jailed

  13-04-2017 14:21 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Father Michael Higginbottom, 74, repeatedly raped his victim who told the court that the “evil” priest had ruined his life
  
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• Topshop opens biggest shop outside London at Trafford Centre - with a secret house party inside

  13-04-2017 14:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The fashion giant's new northern flagship will celebrate its reopening with DJ sets and a free party bus from La Discotheque, plus games and prizes to be won
  
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• There are a number of 50p coins in circulation that could be worth A LOT of money

  13-04-2017 13:55 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  There are a number of 50p coins in circulation which you could own that are potentially worth a lot of money? Here's everything you need to know
  
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• Woman, 48, charged after brawl breaks out at Lord of the Dance show

  13-04-2017 13:27 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Georgina Lynn Sixsmith, of Middleton, is due to appear in court next month
  
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• If you don't make a cup of tea in a microwave, you're not doing it right - says science

  13-04-2017 13:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  This will change the way you look at your kettle forever
  
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• Brawl at Flatley's 'Hunger Games' Lord of the Dance show

  13-04-2017 13:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A woman is charged after eight people started fighting in the orchestra stalls, police say.
  
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• Warehouse Project to throw Hacienda acid house pool party at Victoria Baths this weekend - how to get tickets

  13-04-2017 13:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Warehouse Project are joining forces with Boiler Room and Fac 51 The Hacienda to bring the acid house special back to the stunning Rusholme building
  
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• Vietnamese pensioner who speaks no English is missing in Manchester

  13-04-2017 12:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Vinh Ngo, 65, is unfamiliar with the Manchester area
  
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• This mum's brain and spinal cord are being crushed by the weight of her skull

  13-04-2017 12:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Samantha Smith, 30, needs to raise £150,000 for life-saving surgery in the U.S.
  
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