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• Phobia of drag queens causes MASSIVE row on Celebrity Big Brother

  08-01-2018 23:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  India was in TEARS after Andrew dressed up in drag on CBB
  
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• India sparks MASSIVE row on Celebrity Big Brother after claiming she has phobia of drag queens

  08-01-2018 23:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  India was in TEARS after Andrew dressed up in drag on CBB
  
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• Corrie spoilers: Steph Britton returns for Luke's funeral

  08-01-2018 22:05 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Coronation Street waitress left Weatherfield earlier this year
  
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• FA Cup fourth round: Manchester United go to League Two Yeovil Town

  08-01-2018 21:50 via bbc.co.uk
  Manchester United will travel to League Two side Yeovil Town in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
  
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• Lack of sterile equipment leads to last-minute cancelled operations at Salford Royal Hospital

  08-01-2018 21:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A trust spokesman said 49 people were affected at Salford
  
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• The Yanks are coming: Manchester will soon have the UK's biggest sperm bank - featuring best US donors

  08-01-2018 21:27 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Specimens from more than 100 donors will now be stored at the hospital
  
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• Corrie fans' hearts are breaking for Alya as she's told boyfriend Luke was murdered

  08-01-2018 21:27 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Poor Alya Nazir was devastated as she was told Luke had been gunned on tonight's Coronation Street
   
  
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• Salford Red Devils: Consortium of supporters take over from Marwan Koukash

  08-01-2018 21:17 via bbc.co.uk
  A consortium of Salford supporters complete their takeover of the club, ending Marwan Koukash's five years as owner.
  
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• The one thing you should always do to help you sleep better

  08-01-2018 21:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Caffeine, blue light and stress are all things that can prevent a good night's sleep but your morning routine is just as important
  
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• Grime, discarded litter and broken doors - the grim face of train travel in Greater Manchester

  08-01-2018 21:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  “I would not allow an animal to travel on a vehicle in this condition, never mind a human being”
  
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• William Lound killing: Mother bears killer 'no malice'

  08-01-2018 20:04 via bbc.co.uk
  The mother of murdered student William Lound tells an inquest his killer was a "very sick man".
  
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• Manchester to get 135 new affordable homes as part of £15m plan

  08-01-2018 19:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Manchester town hall is to borrow £10m in total, boosted by £5m in funds from the government’s Homes and Communities Agency - in a programme that will mainly provide new social housing to replace homes sold under Right to Buy
  
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• Manchester council to buy new Taylor Wimpey houses to sell on to social tenants as part of plans to provide affordable housing

  08-01-2018 19:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Manchester town hall is to borrow £10m in total, boosted by £5m in funds from the government’s Homes and Communities Agency - in a programme that will mainly provide new social housing to replace homes sold under Right to Buy
  
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• Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham admits rise in rough sleepers

  08-01-2018 19:36 via bbc.co.uk
  Andy Burnham says homelessness has got worse in Manchester since he came to office eight months ago.
  
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• Student allergic to dairy died after eating chicken burger marinated in buttermilk from Almost Famous, inquest hears

  08-01-2018 19:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Shahida Shahid, 18, from Worsley, collapsed within an hour​ of leaving Almost Famous in the Great Northern Warehouse in January, 2015, where she had enjoyed a meal with friends at the end of their first term at the University of Manchester
  
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• Drugs, violence and despair - a disturbing picture of life inside Strangeways prison

  08-01-2018 18:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  At Strangeways there were almost 100 assaults on staff and four cases of prisoners apparently taking their own lives in 2016
  
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• Mary Johnson obituary

  08-01-2018 18:53
  My mother, Mary Johnson, who has died aged 92, spent most of her working life as a dinner lady in Cheetham, north Manchester, where she was one of the cornerstones of the local Irish community.She was born in Windfield, near Mountbellew, County Galway, to Patrick White, a farmer, and his wife, Bridget (nee Dempsey). After Ballinruane school she worked in a general store before emigrating to Britain in 1945 to take up a post as a maid in Cheshire. Two years later she moved to Cheetham, where she
  
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• Pictures show Princess Charlotte starting first day of nursery

  08-01-2018 18:48 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The two-year-old, who is fourth in line to the throne, was photographed at Kensington Palace before travelling to nearby Willcocks Nursery School
  
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• Zeus de la Paz: Oldham Athletic sign Curacao goalkeeper

  08-01-2018 18:40 via bbc.co.uk
  League One side Oldham Athletic sign Curacao international goalkeeper Zeus de la Paz on an 18-month deal.
  
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• Traffic cops' U-turn after tweeting misleading advice on correct position for your satnav

  08-01-2018 18:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A tweet on Greater Manchester Police’s Traffic account incorrectly claimed that ‘the only legal place’ to put a satnav was ‘the bottom right hand side of your windscreen... everywhere else is illegal’.
  
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• Chinese New Year 2018: Must-see events in Manchester

  08-01-2018 18:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Here are the best workshops, exhibitions and attractions taking place in Manchester for Chinese New Year 2018
  
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• Mum's emotional appeal to find lost locket with photo of toddler who died from cancer

  08-01-2018 17:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Heartbroken Katie says she feels 'lost' without the bracelet that had a photo of her daughter Sadie inside
  
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• Manchester Beer Week to return with another city-wide beer festival for 2018

  08-01-2018 17:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 10-day celebration of Manchester's breweries, pubs and bars is coming back this summer
  
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• The church which is giving sermons from a new multiplex cinema

  08-01-2018 17:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Soul City Church has found a new home at the Light Cinema - and has ditched traditional hymns in favour of ‘Mumford and Sons-style’ music
  
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• Jamie Walker: Wigan Athletic sign winger from Hearts

  08-01-2018 16:44 via bbc.co.uk
  Wigan Athletic sign winger Jamie Walker from Scottish Premiership side Hearts on a two-and-a-half-year deal.
  
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• If you drive a second-hand car you could be eligible for a big refund

  08-01-2018 16:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  If you have bought a second-hand car from an approved dealer in the past year you could be due a refund, here is what you need to know
  
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• Decision on plans to fund charity revamp via sale of greenbelt land will be taken this week

  08-01-2018 16:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Seashell Trust in Cheadle is attempting to raise the funds for its new £45m 'centre of excellence'
  
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• One million smuggled cigarettes found hidden inside foot stools seized at Manchester Airport

  08-01-2018 16:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The fake Lambert and Butler cigarettes, which would have cheated the authorities of nearly £400,000 in tax, was intercepted at Manchester Airport
  
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• One million fake Lambert and Butler cigarettes smuggled into Manchester Airport

  08-01-2018 16:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The fake Lambert and Butler cigarettes, which would have cheated the authorities of nearly £400,000 in tax, was intercepted at Manchester Airport
  
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• A drive-in Valentine's Day cinema showing classic romantic films is coming to Salford

  08-01-2018 16:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Notebook, Dirty Dancing and The Bodyguard will be shown on the world's biggest mobile LED screen at the AJ Bell Stadium in Eccles
  
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• Marks and Spencer confirm date of Barton Square store closure at Trafford Centre

  08-01-2018 16:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Retail giant M&S is closing its huge home store at Barton Square at the Trafford Centre - now we know when it will close for good
  
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• H&M caught up in social media storm over 'coolest monkey' hoodie advert

  08-01-2018 15:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The clothing retailer has apologised after a backlash on social media over the weekend
  
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• Rochdale Hornets: Championship side to hold talks over match payment reductions

  08-01-2018 15:39 via bbc.co.uk
  Championship side Rochdale Hornets are to hold talks with players and coaching staff about payment reductions for 2018.
  
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• Star Wars: The Last Jedi VR experience comes to IMAX at the Trafford Centre

  08-01-2018 15:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The new IMAX VR centre at the Odeon offers bite-sized chunks of amazing VR experiences
  
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• Women's FA Cup: Brighton v Manchester City, Yeovil v Arsenal, London Bees v Chelsea

  08-01-2018 15:23 via bbc.co.uk
  Manchester City Women will start their defence of the Women's FA Cup with a tie away to second-tier side Brighton.
  
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• Anna Friel films new transgender drama in Manchester

  08-01-2018 15:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Rochdale actress is filming new mini series Butterfly about a transgender child
  
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• Failing GP surgery has got even worse, says health watchdog - now it faces being shut down

  08-01-2018 14:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  “This could seriously impact on patient safety."
  
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• Department store chain House of Fraser asks landlords to cut rents

  08-01-2018 14:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The company insists it is “driving forward” with what it calls a “transformation programme”
  
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• Why did Antony Cotton look down his partner's top on Dancing On Ice?

  08-01-2018 14:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Phillip Schofield explained on This Morning why the Coronation Street star appeared to gaze down Brandee Malto's cleavage 
  
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• The Caravan and Motorhome Show returns to Manchester - with cool mini caravans kids can tow

  08-01-2018 14:15 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Getting families ready for their camping and caravan holidays, this year's show puts kids in the driver's seat
  
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• Begging is set to be banned in Rochdale town centre - but the plan has been branded 'flawed' and an 'urban myth'

  08-01-2018 14:11 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Street drinking, skateboarding, unauthorised charity collectors - known as ‘chuggers’ - playing loud music, loudly revving car engines, ‘anti-social parking’ and loitering are also set to be outlawed
  
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• Scott Quigg: Boxer says he could be regarded as underdog for Oscar Valdez bout

  08-01-2018 13:58 via bbc.co.uk
  Former world champion Scott Quigg says he could be regarded as an underdog if he fights Oscar Valdez.
  
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• A magical Harry Potter themed steam train is coming to Greater Manchester with witches, wizards and magical creatures

  08-01-2018 13:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The train to Hogwarts leaves from platform 3/4 at Bury Bolton Street Station, giving muggles a magical experience
  
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• Barry Bennell, former football coach who worked with Manchester City, pleads guilty to seven child sex offences

  08-01-2018 13:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Bennell, 63, worked with Crewe Alexandra, Manchester City, Stoke City and junior teams across the north west
  
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• Manchester bar Albert's Schloss wins glowing review from top national food critic Jay Rayner

  08-01-2018 13:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Peter Street party palace is a 'class act' according to The Guardian
  
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• Company director stole identities of vets to forge prescriptions for sleeping pills, diazepam and codeine

  08-01-2018 13:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ryan Curtis sold drugs to an insomnia sufferer who met him online, but was caught after pharmacists across Greater Manchester became suspicious of the quantities of drugs he was obtaining
  
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• Cereals giant Kellogg's marks move to MediaCityUK with tram takeover

  08-01-2018 12:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 420 staff made the move to Orange Tower after almost 30 years in Old Trafford
  
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• Oprah Winfrey, Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor at the Golden Globes - what they said, and what they DIDN'T say

  08-01-2018 12:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Reaction to sexual harassment was the big story of the night. But eyebrows were also raised by a couple of the speeches
  
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• Coronation Street film Luke Britton funeral scenes - and his killer Phelan is there too

  08-01-2018 11:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The shock demise of Luke - played by Dean Fagan - came at the hands of evil Phelan, who was also part of the funeral gathering.
  
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• To iron or not to iron? The great pyjama debate dividing Manchester mums

  08-01-2018 11:44 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Do your kids wear them creased, or are you a fan of neat crisp nightwear?
  
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