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• Police want to speak to these three men about a robbery at a mobile phone shop

  17-05-2018 22:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Men threatened staff before ripping phones from the display at the EE Mobile store in Leigh and left with items worth almost £5,000
  
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• Ariana Grande speaks about Manchester bomb attack in depth for first time

  17-05-2018 21:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  “I wish there was more that I could fix. You think with time it’ll become easier to talk about. Or you’ll make peace with it. But every day I wait for that peace to come."
  
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• A talented footballer ‘betrayed his ambitions’ to enter the ‘sordid criminal world’ of drug dealing

  17-05-2018 20:32 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ramiro Orr, 21, was found with £200,000 worth of heroin - and was Tasered by police as he tried to flee
  
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• 'My name is Alex. I have a condition called cystic fibrosis. It’s very annoying and boring' - young girl's powerful letter to the Prime Minister

  17-05-2018 20:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Alex Darkin has written to Theresa May urging her to support the campaign to allow people with cystic fibrosis access to new medicines
  
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• Teenage boy stabbed in the chest in Moss Side

  17-05-2018 20:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 17-year-old boy is currently in a serious condition in hospital
  
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• Government plans to make it easier for firms to carrying out fracking slammed by environmentalists

  17-05-2018 20:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The plans include treating fracking as 'permitted development', meaning it wouldn't need planning permission
  
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• Bandmates of rapper stabbed to death say he was 'popular and outspoken'

  17-05-2018 19:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Matty Shaw, 25, died after being attacked on the Lower Falinge estate in Rochdale
  
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• Hundreds of NHS staff members to take part in the Great Manchester Run

  17-05-2018 19:27 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Great Manchester Run takes place on Sunday
  
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• Manchester police chief opposes officers routinely carrying guns

  17-05-2018 18:46
  Ian Hopkins speaks out even though his force’s armed unit was increased by a third after Manchester Arena attackThe chief constable of Greater Manchester police has come out strongly against the routine arming of the police even as his force’s own armed unit increased by a third following last year’s attack on the Manchester Arena.Ian Hopkins said: “I think it would be a very sad day for the country if we moved to more of a European or American model whereby the police ar
  
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• The MOT check 2018 changes on Sunday - this is how it could make it harder for your car to pass

  17-05-2018 18:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The new rule changes to the MOT check in 2018 will affect drivers of diesel cars considerably, here's what you need to know
  
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• Man stabbed in chest as he walked through park to buy groceries

  17-05-2018 18:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The victim, in his 40s, was attacked in Mandley Park in Salford at lunchtime on Thursday
  
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• Here are ALL the Royal Wedding street parties in Greater Manchester

  17-05-2018 18:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  At least 20 streets in Greater Manchester will close to celebrate the marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at Windsor Castle
  
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• Worker slashed across face during armed robbery at shop

  17-05-2018 18:05 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Two masked men carrying knives stormed the One Stop store on Langworthy Road at around 6.20am on Tuesday morning
  
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• Greater Manchester Police to increase ethnic minority recruitment in wake of Manchester bomb

  17-05-2018 17:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  In an interview with the Manchester Evening News, Chief Constable Ian Hopkins also revealed that GMP is one of three areas in the UK where a new way of intelligence gathering is to be piloted
  
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• Nathan Pond: Fleetwood Town captain leaves to join Salford City

  17-05-2018 17:24 via bbc.co.uk
  Fleetwood captain Nathan Pond ends a 15-year stay at the club to join promoted National League North side Salford City.
  
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• You can trust what you read from the Manchester Evening News - why local journalism is so important

  17-05-2018 17:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  In Local Newspaper Week, we're proud that after 150 years we're still Made in Manchester, for Manchester and we answer to Manchester
  
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• 'Reckless and dangerous' moment man poses for photo on railway arch - as tram hurtles past just a few feet below

  17-05-2018 16:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Metrolink chiefs have said the stunt was ‘reckless behaviour’ and risked the safety of passengers
  
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• Mandley Park in Salford sealed off by police after man stabbed - latest updates

  17-05-2018 16:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Officers said a man in his 40s has been taken to hospital
  
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• M.E.N Bank Holiday Big Night Out: VIP entry and four drinks at Lazy Lizard for £20

  17-05-2018 15:51 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Heading into town this Bank Holiday weekend? We've got something to get the party started
  
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• M.E.N Bank Holiday Big Night Out: VIP entry and four cocktails at Lazy Lizard for £20

  17-05-2018 15:51 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Heading into town this Bank Holiday weekend? We've got something to get the party started
  
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• Hollyoaks star Chelsee Healey is Royal Wedding ready in Prince Harry and Meghan Markle pyjamas

  17-05-2018 15:49 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Chelsee's character Goldie McQueen has bagged herself a spot on the sofa ready for the wedding at Windsor Castle
  
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• The beating heart of the BBC - meet the woman leading the region’s media hub

  17-05-2018 15:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  She helped to lead the biggest move in broadcast history. Now director of the North and BBC Children’s Alice Webb explains her part in the re-location, building the right culture and how the corporation is evolving again - for a digital future
  
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• Wigan Royal Court theatre to be restored to 'former glory'

  17-05-2018 15:26 via bbc.co.uk
  A Victorian theatre, which once saw a performance by Charlie Chaplin, is to become a creative hub.
  
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• Manchester United legend Paddy Crerand 'told police to f*** off' then blamed his swearing on being Scottish

  17-05-2018 15:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'I can’t believe what you have done. What have you done, son? I can’t believe what you have f*cking done, I can’t f*cking believe this'
  
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• Urgent appeal for people with rare blood types to donate in Manchester

  17-05-2018 15:21 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The NHS Blood and Transplant team are in desperate need of O negative and B negative donors
  
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• Our pick of the best summer jackets and shoes for kids in 2018

  17-05-2018 15:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  We take a look at the boys and girls fashions from Marks and Spencer, Tesco, Matalan, Morrison's and Asda
  
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• Shawn Mendes to play Manchester Arena date on UK tour - here's how to get tickets

  17-05-2018 15:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  He will play dates across the UK in 2019 as part of Shawn Mendes: The Tour
  
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• People living in Manchester flats are going to get smaller bins - and more recycling facilities

  17-05-2018 14:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Just 10 per cent of waste is recycled in the city's apartment blocks, compared to 50 per cent in other households
  
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• People living in Manchester city centre flats are going to get smaller grey bins - and more recycling facilities

  17-05-2018 14:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Just 10 per cent of waste is recycled in the city's apartment blocks, compared to 50 per cent in other households
  
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• How many people has Phelan killed on Coronation Street?

  17-05-2018 14:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  We look back over the Corrie killer's death toll on the soap
  
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• LIVE: M6 traffic update as motorway closed northbound after crash involving four lorries

  17-05-2018 14:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Highways England have shut the motorway northbound today between junction 19 and junction 18, for Holmes Chapel causing long delays
  
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• LIVE: M6 closed northbound after crash involving two lorries

  17-05-2018 14:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Highways England have closed the motorway northbound between junction 19 and junction 18, for Holmes Chapel
  
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• Mum and daughter's LOL Surprise doll rocks a massive hit with pebble art fans

  17-05-2018 14:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Mum Laura has been inundated for requests for more of her pink rocks
  
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• Who is Pep Guardiola's wife? Meet Christina Serra the style icon

  17-05-2018 13:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Meet Cristina Serra, the fashionista who inspires Manchester City manager Pep's sense of style
  
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• Wetherspoon is axing many of its most popular items from the menu - here's what is going

  17-05-2018 13:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  JD Wetherspoon is removing many fan favourites from the menu including the tandoori chicken
  
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• Trafford Centre TGI Fridays staff to walk out on strike in dispute over tips

  17-05-2018 13:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The union is promising a summer of disruption if management don’t do the decent thing
  
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• "It’s a disgrace" - Car found dumped on canal towpath

  17-05-2018 13:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Canal and River Trust say it will cost them thousands of pounds to remove it
  
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• Police searching for missing Matthew Neillings who is described as “high risk”

  17-05-2018 13:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 33-year-old is reported to have last been seen in the Irlam Road and Woodsend Road South areas of Flixton
  
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• Oliver Gildart signs new Wigan Warriors contract

  17-05-2018 13:07 via bbc.co.uk
  Wigan Warriors centre Oliver Gildart signs a new three-year contract with the Super League club.
  
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• Meghan Markle's dad will not be at the Royal Wedding, Kensington Palace confirm

  17-05-2018 12:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'I would like to thank everyone who has offered generous messages of support'
  
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• Ramadan Mubarak 2018 timetable in the UK, how long is Ramadan?

  17-05-2018 12:55 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Is it Ramadan right now? Has there been a moon sighting? What happens during Ramadan in the UK and when is Ramadan 2019?
  
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• Maximum stake on fixed-odds betting machines to be cut to £2

  17-05-2018 12:51 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The government has announced the move saying it will cut the risk of potentially large financial losses from the machines - as well as harm to both players and wider communities
  
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• Ramadan Mubarak 2018 - the best greetings and messages to wish Muslims a Happy Ramadan

  17-05-2018 12:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Why do people fast during Ramadan? Ramadan greetings, messages and wishes for 2018
  
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• Police release CCTV of man they want to speak to after attack outside a Wetherspoon

  17-05-2018 12:31 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The victim suffered a fractured skull and a bleed on the brain when he was punched to the floor outside The Art Picture House in Bury, detectives said
  
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• Police officer dragged along road by carjackers after knife raid at house party

  17-05-2018 12:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The men had earlier threatened people with a knife at a house party on Kersal Road, Prestwich, on Wednesday night
  
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• Police raided a house after complaints about noise and anti-social behaviour. This is what they found...

  17-05-2018 12:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Definitely time for a spring clean
  
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• Learner drivers will soon be able to start using motorways

  17-05-2018 11:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Here is everything you need to know about the driving lessons changes being introduced in June
  
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• Manchester weekend weather forecast: Sun will be shining for the Royal Wedding and the Great Manchester Run

  17-05-2018 11:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'The odd shower developing'
  
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• Argos launches baby sale with huge savings on car seats, high chairs and more

  17-05-2018 11:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The sale includes popular brands Tommee Tippee, Fisher Price, Britax, Chicco, LeapFrog, VTech and Motorola
  
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• The 'bubbly and much-liked' Manchester bank worker who jumped from M62 bridge after being pictured in rape investigation

  17-05-2018 10:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'Undeniably the most distressing transcript I have had to listen to. A desperately sad case'
  
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