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• Cwmbach double fatal plane crash was accidental

  04-07-2018 23:12 via bbc.co.uk
  Two men were killed after the microlight they were flying in span out of control.
  
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• The tragic coincidence that caused Manchester's forgotten air disaster

  04-07-2018 22:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  105 holidaymakers and seven crew were killed
  
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• Coronation Street pre-watershed violence and strong language as Sarah Platt attacked Ryan Connor

  04-07-2018 22:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Sarah left Ryan fighting for life after he tried it on with Bethany as Corrie fans feared for poorly Eccles
  
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• Esther McVey apologises to MPs over Universal Credit claims

  04-07-2018 22:06 via bbc.co.uk
  Esther McVey says she "inadvertently misled" Parliament about watchdog's views on benefit roll-out.
  
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• What is the law on wearing shorts to work when it's hot?

  04-07-2018 22:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  If you feel it's too hot to wear a suit to work, are you entitled to wear shorts? Is there a law which enables this?
  
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• An ice cream van is driving up onto the moors to give out free cones and lollies to exhausted firefighters

  04-07-2018 22:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Holdens and Co Ice cream, based in Edgworth, have spent several hours over the past two days at the relief area where firefighters are based.
  
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• Morrisons now sells the world's hottest cheese

  04-07-2018 21:41 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Carolina Reaper Chilli cheese is available at Morrisons to buy right now so you can spice up your barbecue
  
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• North Manchester General just had its busiest day ever - because of the heatwave and the moor fires

  04-07-2018 21:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Greater Manchester health bosses have urged people to stay away from A&E departments unless they are facing a genuine emergency.
  
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• Coronation Street fans notice something very wrong as Michelle and Robert get frisky in a freezer

  04-07-2018 21:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The couple sneaked away for some private time on tonight's Corrie - and viewers were horrified
  
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• Warning as children are photographed 'tombstoning' into the water at Salford Quays

  04-07-2018 20:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  United Utilities and fire chiefs have previously warned hitting the water on hot days could trigger ‘cold shock’
  
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• Despite everything people still apparently think it's okay to have barbecues on Winter Hill

  04-07-2018 19:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The fire service said the ‘reckless act’ could easily have caused another fire
  
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• Manchester Food and Drink Festival announces huge gin festival at Upper Campfield Market

  04-07-2018 19:31 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The event will take place over Manchester Food and Drink Festival's opening weekend
  
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• Man charged with causing death by dangerous driving following fatal Chester Road crash

  04-07-2018 19:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Laurence Crossan is due to appear in court on Thursday
  
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• Harry Smith: Macclesfield Town sign former Millwall striker

  04-07-2018 19:10 via bbc.co.uk
  League Two side Macclesfield Town sign striker Harry Smith on a one-year contract after he was released by Millwall.
  
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• A bacteria outbreak affecting frozen vegetables has claimed nine lives - and now it's in the UK

  04-07-2018 19:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Listeriosis is a rare but serious foodborne illness caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes that can be more serious for those individuals who have weakened immune systems and also the elderly, pregnant women and infants.
  
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• 'Befuddled' robber off his head on Spice was caught after going back to shop he raided just days before

  04-07-2018 18:48 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  John Collins, 41, has now been jailed for four years and eight months
  
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• Watch Coronation Street stars lose it as England make it to the World Cup quarter finals

  04-07-2018 18:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Corrie favourites Lucy Fallon and Brooke Vincent cheered as England scored a win against Colombia
  
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• Calum Best calls for more support for Love Island stars after Sophie Gradon's death

  04-07-2018 18:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The model and reality star says the show "needs to make sure that people’s minds are right" following the death of his friend Sophie
  
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• Alcoholic former model was found hanged after her son took a bottle of champagne away from her

  04-07-2018 17:55 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The coroner told the court that Monica McDermott died from asphyxiation and irreversible brain damage
  
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• Manchester's Bee in the City mini bees have landed - here's where to find them

  04-07-2018 17:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Colonies of mini bees created by Manchester schoolchildren will be on display alongside bigger bee sculptures as part of the public art trail this summer
  
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• Another 'tram-surfing' picture has emerged as youths hitch ride between carriages

  04-07-2018 17:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police and Metrolink have issued a stark warning over the dangerous craze which is putting lives at risk
  
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• Firefighters and soldiers tackling huge moor fires get support from an unlikely source - Hollywood star Tom Hardy

  04-07-2018 16:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Two large swathes of moorland near Saddleworth Moor and on Winter Hill have been scorched by wildfires which have been raging over the past week
  
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• GMP officer accused of attacking five people using a police dog faces trial

  04-07-2018 16:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  PC Paul Jackson denies five counts of causing GBH with intent while working for GMP
  
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• Fire near Saddleworth Moor 'being treated as arson'

  04-07-2018 15:57 via bbc.co.uk
  Police say people were seen lighting a bonfire on moorland in Tameside before a 999 call was made.
  
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• Angry Coronation Street fans say they'll boycott the show if Eccles the dog dies

  04-07-2018 15:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Viewers are scared that evil Tyler might have KILLED Corrie's cute pooch
  
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• Trafford Centre's Paradise Island Adventure Golf gets a £100k makeover as it prepares to celebrate its 10th birthday

  04-07-2018 15:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The two 18-hole courses have been transformed to incorporate exciting new features and special effects
  
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• Maradona blames 'monumental theft' and the referee for England's World Cup victory over Colombia

  04-07-2018 15:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The irony meter has exploded
  
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• So close to losing everything: This is what it's like living in the shadow of the Winter Hill blaze

  04-07-2018 15:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'The firefighters are our heroes. They’re standing between us losing our home. You can’t give them enough praise'
  
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• The tragic tale of Whitney Houston laid bare in new documentary coming to Manchester

  04-07-2018 15:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The unflinching documentary explores the life, music and career of the late musical superstar - with some startling revelations
  
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• Cbeebies Bing Live! tour is coming to The Lowry with first ever stage show - how to get tickets

  04-07-2018 14:51 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  New venues have been announced to meet ticket demand
  
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• The council still has no plans to show England's World Cup games on a big screen - unless someone else pays

  04-07-2018 14:48 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The council won’t dip into its coffers to pay for security for an alcohol free event after trouble at similar events flared up in the past
  
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• Brad Inman: Rochdale sign midfielder after Peterborough United exit

  04-07-2018 14:37 via bbc.co.uk
  Midfielder Brad Inman joins Rochdale on a one-year deal after leaving League One rivals Peterborough by mutual consent.
  
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• Saddleworth Moor fire is being treated as arson as police investigate 'bonfire near Stalybridge estate'

  04-07-2018 14:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  “Were you on the moors last Sunday and did you see anything that could help us understand exactly what happened?"
  
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• Review: The Last Ship at The Lowry Theatre, Salford Quays

  04-07-2018 14:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Sting musical The Last Ship stars Richard Fleeshman and sets sail on its final voyage at The Lowry Theatre this week
  
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• Corrie new girls Mollie Winnard and Alexandra Mardell join Sting at red carpet launch of musical The Last Ship

  04-07-2018 14:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Coronation Street stars Mollie Winnard and Alexandra Mardell joined Victoria Ekanoya, Melanie Hill and Rula Lenska at The Lowry Theatre.
  
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• National League fixtures 2018-19: Salford open v Leyton Orient, Chesterfield at Ebbsfleet

  04-07-2018 14:00 via bbc.co.uk
  Salford City will host Leyton Orient in their first match of the 2018-19 National League season on 4 August.
  
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• A hosepipe ban could come into force unless people stop using so much water

  04-07-2018 13:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  There's been a ‘massive increase’ in water consumption as sprinklers are used to cool gardens, children’s paddling pools are dusted off and firefighters tap into the network to douse scorched moorland
  
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• McDonald's launches click and collect in Manchester

  04-07-2018 13:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Order you Big Mac or chicken nuggets via an app - and you can even get it brought to your table
  
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• The thug who threw faeces over a Strangeways officer - then asked to be let out of jail early

  04-07-2018 13:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The judge who jailed him said it was a ‘deliberate assault’ and ‘filthy and disgusting behaviour’
  
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• Police launch investigation after shots fired at house in Altrincham

  04-07-2018 13:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Officers were called to reports of shots fired at an address on Peveril Road, near to Altrincham Retail Park, shortly after 10pm on Tuesday
  
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• Manchester Pride confirms Barclays as the headline sponsor for Superbia

  04-07-2018 13:15 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The bank will sponsor Manchester Pride's year-round calendar of events, as well as the big weekend in August
  
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• The £35m Oldham development which could create 760 jobs and around 150 new homes

  04-07-2018 12:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Hollinwood Junction development will feature 30 acres of land across three development sites, which will be used as a hub for businesses, as well as community and leisure space
  
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• The former professional footballer at the centre of the airplane 'romance' that's taken Twitter by storm

  04-07-2018 12:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Euan Holden, who used to play for Stockport County and Bury, has been thrust into international fame
  
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• James Anderson: England bowler eyes Lancashire return against Yorkshire

  04-07-2018 11:52 via bbc.co.uk
  England's James Anderson is set to return from resting a shoulder problem in Lancashire's Roses match with Yorkshire on 22 July.
  
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• The father and his twin sons who turned this ordinary terrace into a lucrative drugs hub

  04-07-2018 11:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Behind closed doors, cocaine was being produced for sale and large amounts of cannabis were being packaged up to be sold on the streets
  
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• Police hunt fugitive who's wearing his hood up in the heatwave to evade arrest

  04-07-2018 11:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Kyle McGovern, from Moston, is wanted over alleged assaults and burglary and is ‘actively evading arrest’
  
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• Two men arrested after police called to large disturbance involving weapons in Piccadilly Gardens

  04-07-2018 10:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A woman was also found with injuries in the area, but police believe she was not injured as a result of this incident
  
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• Take That's Howard Donald will 'shave his b**** live on Instagram' if England win the World Cup

  04-07-2018 10:15 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Take That star might even whip out the razor if they beat Sweden on Saturday
  
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• Man jailed after court case collapses over YouTube 'Traveller's Biggest Grass' threat

  04-07-2018 09:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Court told that alleged stabbing victim was called a 'squealer' and warned he would be 'beaten from one end of the UK to the other'
  
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• Thug kicked out of train station came back later and attacked a rail worker with an iron bar

  04-07-2018 07:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police chiefs said the victim was subjected to a ‘terrifying ordeal’.
  
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