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• Stoke City 4-0 Rochdale

  23-08-2017 23:56 via bbc.co.uk
  Joe Allen scores twice as Stoke City progress to the EFL Cup third round with a comfortable win against League One Rochdale.
  
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• 'The north’s potential is being held back by an outdated, expensive and slow transport system'

  23-08-2017 22:23 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Northern leaders have united to put pressure on the government over 'the disparity' between transport in the north and London
  
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• Get a sneak preview of Blackpool's Illuminations and Ride the Lights

  23-08-2017 22:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Illuminate your bike (and yourselves) and Ride the Lights
  
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• Doctor who sexually assaulted nurse faces being struck off

  23-08-2017 21:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The General Medical Council alleges Imran Rauf Qureshi's fitness to practice is impaired because of his conviction
  
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• Sarah Harding and Chad Johnson get steamy on CBB - and she has an important question for him

  23-08-2017 20:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Celebrity Big Brother couple find some time alone while doing their laundry
  
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• How to get to London this weekend while Euston station is closed

  23-08-2017 20:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Rail bosses are advising people not to travel from Manchester to London on Saturday or Sunday
  
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• Thugs left me for dead in sickening, unprovoked street attack

  23-08-2017 20:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Carl Johnson suffered a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain in the attack
  
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• Gin festival at Manchester's Victoria Warehouse branded a 'farce' and 'rip off'

  23-08-2017 20:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ticket holders have complained of long queues, overcrowding and not enough gin
  
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• The Guardian view on the northern powerhouse: back on | Editorial

  23-08-2017 20:02
  As Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, convenes a northern council in Leeds, Theresa May heads to Teesside. It looks as if the battle for northern England has begunTheresa May sped to Teesside on Wednesday afternoon to launch the South Tees Development Corporation, a 25-year regeneration project backed by Ben Houchen, the new Conservative mayor of Tees Valley. It cannot have been coincidence that hours earlier in Leeds there was a gathering of an embryonic northern council of regional po
  
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• Robber attacked men in Manchester's Gay Village and Oldham

  23-08-2017 19:52 via bbc.co.uk
  Mason Shaw stole from his victims after strangling them until they were unconscious.
  
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• Manchester Airport pipe bomb plotter Nadeem Muhammad jailed

  23-08-2017 19:49 via bbc.co.uk
  The judge called for a review of Manchester Airport security "at the highest level" after the incident.
  
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• Pensioner slashed with knife as she tried to defend herself from armed robber

  23-08-2017 19:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The robber also threw the 65-year-old woman to the floor and kicked her in the face before fleeing empty-handed
  
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• First look at the TWO new Real Housewives of Cheshire

  23-08-2017 19:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Meet the new Housewives as they join the line-up for series six - and look who else is back
  
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• Corrie's Andy and Phelan: their story so far on Coronation Street

  23-08-2017 19:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Who is Andy? Why is Phelan holding him hostage? Does Andy escape?
  
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• Police failed to arrest man who tried to smuggle a bomb onto a plane - leaving him free to catch another flight days later

  23-08-2017 19:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Nadeem Muhammad, who tried to smuggle a pipe bomb on to a plane at Manchester Airport, has been jailed for 18 years            
  
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• Lucy Bronze left Manchester City Women 'to improve technique' at Lyon

  23-08-2017 18:42 via bbc.co.uk
  England's Lucy Bronze tells BBC Radio 5 live why she chose to leave Manchester City Women for European champions Lyon.
  
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• Women's Super League: Southern Vipers and Surrey Stars qualify

  23-08-2017 18:32 via bbc.co.uk
  Holders Southern Vipers and Surrey Stars book their places at the women's Super League Finals Day following victories.
  
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• The discounts and offers your Manchester Pride pledge band can get you - clothes, food and free prosecco

  23-08-2017 18:23 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Organisers of the Big Weekend have teamed up with a range of Manchester shops, bars, restaurants and more to get you discounts and exclusive offers
  
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• This is the age your child should be hitting key milestones - from riding a bike to going on dates

  23-08-2017 18:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  When should your kids be able to tie their shoe laces, or have a key to the house? A new survey has found out.
  
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• Manchester City star Benjamin Mendy slapped with parking fine while he pops out for a cheeky Nando's

  23-08-2017 18:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The French International was hit with a £60 fine after leaving his Ferrari illegally parked in a taxi rank in Manchester city centre
  
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• Gay Village strangler befriended men, choked them and then robbed them

  23-08-2017 18:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Mason Shaw has now been jailed and labelled a dangerous prisoner
  
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• Wayne Rooney: England striker retires from international football

  23-08-2017 18:02 via bbc.co.uk
  Everton striker Wayne Rooney, England's all-time record goalscorer, announces his retirement from international football.
  
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• Salford council agrees to borrow up to £25m for cladding

  23-08-2017 18:00 via bbc.co.uk
  Salford has the most tower blocks with cladding that failed fire safety tests after the Grenfell fire.
  
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• GCSE results 2017 explained - understanding the numbers and letters

  23-08-2017 17:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The traditional A* to G grades will be replaced with a numeric system from 9-1
  
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• What do people think of Gary Neville's new skyscraper plans?

  23-08-2017 17:37 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Footballer-turned-property guru had to tear up original plans after they were slated by residents and experts
  
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• Two GMP officers will stand trial over Class A drug dealing charges

  23-08-2017 17:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Adam Jackson and Kerry Reeve of Greater Manchester Police both denied they had helped supply cocaine
  
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• First the A6, now this - more roadworks misery on the way for Stockport

  23-08-2017 17:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  There will be a six week long one-way system in Cheadle
  
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• Police want to speak to two men after a driver was attacked with a machete

  23-08-2017 17:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The victim was involved in a crash with a red Seat Ibiza in Stockport, and was then cut across the arm with a machete
  
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• Challenge Cup: Hull FC v Wigan Warriors - Tomkins determined to smile

  23-08-2017 16:54 via bbc.co.uk
  Wigan's returning full-back says he is determined to enjoy Saturday's final, no matter what the result, after two major injuries in as many years.
  
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• Tributes paid to 'sweet and beautiful' Angelo Quirino, 4, from Manchester who died when gate fell on him on Italy holiday

  23-08-2017 16:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Angelo Quirino, four, from Crumpsall was killed when an iron gate fell on him while he was on holiday in Italy 
  
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• Sitaleki Akauola: Warrington Wolves sign Penrith Panthers prop on two-year deal

  23-08-2017 16:17 via bbc.co.uk
  Super League side Warrington Wolves sign Penrith Panthers prop Sitaleki Akauola on a two-year deal from 2018.
  
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• Denny Solomona: Sale Sharks winger determined to win back England place

  23-08-2017 16:08 via bbc.co.uk
  Sale's Denny Solomona is determined to win back his England place after being sent home from a pre-season training camp.
  
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• Two men charged with rape as part of investigation into child grooming

  23-08-2017 16:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Imran Khan and Tariq Ali, both from Rochdale, have been charged and are due to appear in court
  
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• Jet2.com creates 400 new jobs at Manchester Airport

  23-08-2017 15:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The budget airline are looking to recruit pilots, cabin crew and ground operations workers
  
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• Cars and keys stolen from car park near Manchester Airport

  23-08-2017 15:07 via bbc.co.uk
  About 130 keys and five cars were stolen from a meet-and-greet firm near Manchester Airport.
  
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• McDonald's creates blingy burger range with fashion designer Julien MacDonald - and YOU could be the first to try it

  23-08-2017 15:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Britain's Top Model judge Julien MacDonald has teamed up with the actual McDonald's to create a fashion forward burger with a crystal embellished box
  
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• Cheshire Chief Constable Simon Byrne suspended

  23-08-2017 14:56 via bbc.co.uk
  Simon Byrne is suspended by the police and crime commissioner ahead of a gross misconduct hearing.
  
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• Prisoners banned from spending extra time with their children if they misbehave

  23-08-2017 14:44 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  According to Barnardo’s, limiting family visits for male prisoners has a worse impact on their children, who are already more likely to experience bullying and mental health problems as a result of their parent’s incarceration
  
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• August bank holiday weekend 2017 events in Manchester

  23-08-2017 14:44 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  From Manchester Pride's Big Weekend to all-day discos - here are the best August bank holiday events to make the most of your three-day weekend
  
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• Almost Famous brings back Manchester Pride rainbow burger

  23-08-2017 14:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The burger bar is celebrating the Big Weekend with a colourful special
  
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• Cheshire Police Chief Constable Simon Byrne suspended

  23-08-2017 14:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Allegations surrounding the decorated officer’s conduct were made late last year, and an investigation into the claims was launched and managed by an outside police force
  
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• Police release CCTV image after attempted robbery at William Hill betting shop in Oldham

  23-08-2017 14:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A masked man demanded money from a William Hill shop in Oldham, but made off empty handed
  
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• James Guy: World champion swimmer on 2020 Games and his mum doing his washing

  23-08-2017 14:14 via bbc.co.uk
  World champion swimmer James Guy talks about Tokyo 2020, his Mum doing his washing and why he does not swim on his holidays.
  
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• Pictured: GMP's most wanted people in Greater Manchester

  23-08-2017 14:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Our round-up of the people that Greater Manchester Police need your help to catch
  
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• Is it OK to change your child's nappy in a cafe, restaurant or pub?

  23-08-2017 14:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Customers were said to have complained after seeing the mum change her son's nappy outside
  
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• 'Grimy but a blast' - what Tatler thinks about the University of Manchester

  23-08-2017 13:44 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The society magazine had some tips for students thinking about coming to Manchester but thought it was 'a bit grimy'
  
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• Bolton is getting its first cereal cafe as Black Milk expands

  23-08-2017 13:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Black Milk team are also in talks to open sites in London, Dublin and the United Arab Emirates.
           
  
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• Mum praises 'amazing' barbers who soothed little boy with special needs while he had his hair cut

  23-08-2017 13:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  George Harland-Davies, six, became agitated by the hair clippers - but the staff at Dave's Crop Shop reassured him
  
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• Salford's only home for disabled children to close - as council decide it is no longer financially viable

  23-08-2017 12:37 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Town hall finally bosses decided to shut the half-empty Grange, in Peel Green, at their latest meeting - arguing it is spending £300,000 a year on unused beds
  
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• Drug dealers jailed after police uncover stash of cocaine worth nearly £2m

  23-08-2017 12:23 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Officers seized 5kg of cocaine from a property in Eccles
  
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