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• Car smashes through fence into pub beer garden and children's play area

  10-05-2018 23:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Stunned regulars at The Windmill in Failsworth said it was a miracle no one was injured during the collision on Thursday afternoon
  
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• 'Armed police scrambled' after car smashes through fence into pub beer garden and children's play area

  10-05-2018 23:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Stunned witnesses at The Windmill in Failsworth said it was a miracle no one was injured during the collision on Thursday afternoon
  
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• Salford house fire accused 'did not mean to hurt anyone'

  10-05-2018 21:44 via bbc.co.uk
  David Worrall said he was "following along like an idiot" and was "a drunken fool", a court hears.
  
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• Why is it so difficult to sort out Piccadilly Gardens?

  10-05-2018 20:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Piccadilly Gardens has been in the headlines this week because the new grass is having to be immediately torn up due to council cock-up. Yet there have been A LOT a lot of mistakes in the gardens over the last 20 years...
  
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• The Manchester locations in new Netflix drama Safe starring Michael C Hall

  10-05-2018 20:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  New Netflix drama Safe was filmed across Manchester starring Dexter star Michael C Hall - see where it all took place
  
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• Dozens of men have sought help from rape charity after David Platt's harrowing ordeal was aired on Coronation Street

  10-05-2018 20:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  In the month since the scenes first aired, rape charity Survivors Manchester has had a 64 per cent increase in referrals
  
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• Wayne and Coleen Rooney enjoy Chester Races fresh from reports of DC United move

  10-05-2018 19:32 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Everton footballer Wayne Rooney is said to be eyeing a move to America - but he and Coleen enjoyed the sunshine at Chester Races on Thursday
  
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• Real Housewives star Lauren Simon reveals who wants to return for the NEXT series

  10-05-2018 19:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  We're still on series seven of The Real Housewives of Cheshire but Lauren says there's much more drama to be had
  
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• CCTV shows thief smash into car and steal sat nav in matter of seconds

  10-05-2018 19:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Footage captures a man in a baseball cap breaking into James Purkhardt’s Seat Ibiza in Shaw Road, Royton, and ransacking the vehicle at around 3.50am on Monday, May 7.
  
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• Mariah Carey to headline Blackpool's Livewire Festival

  10-05-2018 18:55 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  First Britney Spears, now Mariah -  pop's biggest divas are lining up to play in Blackpool.
  
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• More armed police are to start patrolling high-profile events in Manchester

  10-05-2018 18:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  GMP's armed policing unit was increased by a third last year and the force said that as a result, the public will now start see more officers carrying guns on the streets
  
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• Holidaymakers left without luggage following technical glitch at Manchester Airport

  10-05-2018 18:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A technical issue with the out of gauge bag drop meant dozens of passengers arrived at their destinations with no luggage
  
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• Spice Girl Mel B reveals her very first job was on Coronation Street

  10-05-2018 18:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Mel told Loose Women that before the Spice Girls she had a role in Corrie
  
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• New Northern rail strike dates in trains guard dispute

  10-05-2018 18:08 via bbc.co.uk
  RMT members on Northern Rail services will hold further strikes on 24 and 26 May.
  
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• Is 97-year-old Elsie Oates the most loyal customer in Manchester?

  10-05-2018 18:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 97-year-old grandmother of three has been having her hair cut in the same place for almost FIFTY years.
  
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• Giro d'Italia: Simon Yates takes overall lead as Esteban Chaves wins stage six

  10-05-2018 18:01 via bbc.co.uk
  Britain's Simon Yates takes the overall lead in the Giro d'Italia as team-mate Esteban Chaves wins stage six.
  
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• Macclesfield Town offer Nathan Blissett and Callum Evans deals and release six

  10-05-2018 17:29 via bbc.co.uk
  National League champions Macclesfield Town offer permanent deals to loan players Nathan Blissett and Callum Evans.
  
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• Jealous businessman spied on ex-partner using iPad mounted to kitchen wall

  10-05-2018 17:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Electronics expert Ross Cairns, 35, monitored his ex’s movements and conversations by logging into the device remotely by his mobile phone.
  
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• The 'over the counter' painkillers, medicines and treatments no longer available on the NHS from next month - full list

  10-05-2018 17:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Cough mixture, eye drops, laxatives and sun creams are among the items on the list - the NHS said the move will save millions of pounds every year
  
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• Hundreds of NHS hospital staff are to strike this month over plans to outsource jobs

  10-05-2018 16:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Cleaners, porters and caterers are among the 600 employees at Wigan’s Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Leigh Infirmary and Wrightington Hospital due to walk out on May 23 and 24
  
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• Man in custody throws urine over two police officers

  10-05-2018 16:42 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 39-year-old man has been arrested on Wednesday night on suspicion of criminal damage in China Town, in the city centre
  
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• Primary school gets its own therapy dog to give pupils a boost

  10-05-2018 16:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  George the chocolate Labrador is the newest addition to the register at Radcliffe Primary
  
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• Coronation Street are trying something REALLY ambitious in New Zealand

  10-05-2018 16:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Corrie viewers on the other side of the world are way behind on storylines - but that's about to change
  
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• Parents struggled to feed their children over the school holidays. It's left this food bank in crisis

  10-05-2018 15:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The sheer scale of demand means cupboards have been left bare at Heywood food bank - and now they need your help
  
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• Manchester woman arrested after allegedly trying to kill girlfriend of her ex in Magaluf hit-and-run

  10-05-2018 15:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "One of the witnesses said the car had mounted the pavement intent on running over the woman"
  
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• Arsonists target Warburton Bridge toll bridge booth

  10-05-2018 15:12 via bbc.co.uk
  Warburton Toll Bridge costs 12p to cross and motorists have complained it causes congestion.
  
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• "Vienetta on a stick" is back for the summer and people are going crazy for them

  10-05-2018 14:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The summer snacks are back in store at Iceland for a bargain price
  
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• Paul Green: Crewe sign experienced midfielder after Oldham exit

  10-05-2018 14:44 via bbc.co.uk
  Crewe Alexandra sign midfielder Paul Green on a one-year deal after he was released by Oldham.
  
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• Two new hotels could be built near Manchester Airport

  10-05-2018 14:31 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Plans have been submitted to build a Holiday Inn and Ibis Budget hotel on land currently occupied by a closed-down petrol station
  
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• Gaucho in talks to close CAU restaurants as casual dining crunch bites

  10-05-2018 13:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The steak restaurant group is understood to be considering a deal that could see it close its 22 CAU restaurants including the Didsbury, MediaCityUK and Wilmslow branches
  
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• Rochdale stabbing: Family say Matty Shaw was an innocent bystander trying to keep the peace

  10-05-2018 13:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'Hope your dancing with your mummy in the skies pal spread your wings now you’re in a better place'
  
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• WIN tickets to Liam Gallagher gig PLUS £500 shopping spree at his Pretty Green store

  10-05-2018 13:41 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Liam Gallagher's fashion line Pretty Green is launching a new festival range, to celebrate we have an amazing competition
  
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• Droylsden 'stink': Clearance of waste starts at unofficial waste dump

  10-05-2018 13:26 via bbc.co.uk
  The occupier of the unofficial waste dump has started to remove it, the Environment Agency says.
  
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• The Giants are returning to Liverpool for a three-day spectacular farewell performance in 2018

  10-05-2018 13:23 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The enormous visitors including Little Giant Girl have been a huge hit with visitors from far and wide
  
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• Coronation Street's Kym Marsh left 'speechless' by emotional episode about Aidan's suicide

  10-05-2018 12:59 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Corrie cast have praised the powerful hour-long episode focusing on the reaction to the death of Aidan played by Shayne Ward
  
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• You can now buy a 6ft inflatable Unicorn sprinkler for your garden

  10-05-2018 12:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Summer just got more fun with this latest garden essential
  
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• Jamie Stott: Oldham Athletic defender signs contract extension

  10-05-2018 12:52 via bbc.co.uk
  Oldham Athletic defender Jamie Stott signs a two-year contract extension, with an option for a third year.
  
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• Four arrested over suspected gang-related shooting at Albert's restaurant in Worsley

  10-05-2018 12:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Detectives were investigating whether the incident was linked to the city’s ‘A-Team’ gang
  
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• Four arrested over suspected gang-related shooting at Albert's restaurant in Swinton

  10-05-2018 12:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Detectives were investigating whether the incident was linked to the city’s ‘A-Team’ gang
  
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• Alexa Chung-backed cosmetics brand Eyeko snapped up by online retailer The Hut Group

  10-05-2018 12:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Cheshire-based business also owns brands ESPA, Mio Skincare, Mama Mio, Grow Gorgeous, Illamasqua and GLOSSYBOX
  
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• Smithy Bridge level crossing: The controversial railway crossing that brings a village to a standstill

  10-05-2018 12:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Residents say it stays down when it should be up - and has been known to do the opposite as well
  
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• Andy Burnham says Labour hounded Debbie Abrahams out

  10-05-2018 11:52
  Greater Manchester mayor supports shadow minister sacked after bullying allegationsAndy Burnham, the former health secretary, has accused Labour of “hounding out” the shadow work and pensions minister, Debbie Abrahams. Abrahams was sacked on Tuesday after an investigation into allegations of bullying that she insists was not conducted thoroughly or fairly. She strongly denies the allegations. Continue reading...
  
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• Jason Manford called people who don't let their kids have MMR jabs 'stupid' - and he's happy with the response

  10-05-2018 11:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The comedian's comment hasn't gone down well with those who object to giving their children the MMR jab
  
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• How to get National Trust membership, offers and discounts for 2018

  10-05-2018 10:59 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  With school holidays approaching you can make the most of more than 500 places
  
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• The Warburton Toll Bridge toll booth has gone up in flames - this is what locals have to say about it

  10-05-2018 10:41 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'We will be in no doubt that Peel Port will soon rebuild and continue to collect its toll fares'
  
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• Premiership Rugby Cup to replace Anglo-Welsh Cup from next season

  10-05-2018 10:35 via bbc.co.uk
  The Anglo-Welsh Cup is to be replaced by a new Premiership Rugby Cup competition from next season.
  
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• Rochdale murder: Man stabbed to death after reports of fight in Lower Falinge

  10-05-2018 10:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'This is a tragic set of circumstances which has resulted in a young man losing his life and my thoughts are with his family at this extremely difficult time'
  
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• Armed police called after 'man with gun seen walking around Failsworth and shooting at trees'

  10-05-2018 09:48 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  There was a huge response to this, but he wasn't found
  
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• Magistrate and daughter banned from keeping pets after two West Highland terriers found in a shocking state

  10-05-2018 09:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  West Highland terriers Holly and Poppy developed chronic skin conditions
  
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• Last night's Coronation Street had viewers in tears at Gail's incredibly powerful response to Aidan's suicide

  10-05-2018 08:55 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "I can't stop thinking about poor Johnny. His son's not coming home tonight. I just hope to god mine is."
  
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