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• Blackpool Firework Championships 2017 - everything you need to know

  19-08-2017 12:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Grab a spot on Blackpool promenade - and some fish and chips - and watch the displays
  
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• Viral Manchester bakery owner slams The Voice UK producers after 'exposure' request

  17-07-2026 18:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  TV producers have apologised after saying they were 'unable to offer anything monetary or otherwise' in exchange for free food
  
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• 'I am ready to lead' says Burnham, as he passes final hurdle to becoming Prime Minister

  17-07-2026 18:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Makerfield MP's path to No 10 is clear as he becomes new Labour Party leader
  
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• 'Get off, get out': Thug who launched vicious attack outside nightclub helped to escape by bouncer

  17-07-2026 18:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'I am living in fear', Francis Maughan's victim said
  
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• It's end of term vibes and they're playing Burnham Bingo at Congress House

  17-07-2026 18:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  There was an end-of-term energy at Congress House as Andy Burnham was crowned Labour leader. But with a radical pledge to dismantle Westminster’s grip on power, the real work begins on Monday, says Rob Williams.
  
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• The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox on ITV: What it's about, full cast and where you've seen them before

  17-07-2026 18:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Disney+ series tells the tales of one of the world's most gripping true crime scandals
  
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• Woman seriously hurt outside Wythenshawe pub as BMW driver reversed 'at speed' as she waited for taxi

  17-07-2026 17:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The incident left a physical and psychological toll on the woman
  
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• Friday night pub quiz: Test your general knowledge with these 20 questions - July 17, 2026

  17-07-2026 17:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  See how you fared in this week's leaderboard
  
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• Five things to do in Greater Manchester this weekend with country rodeos and free sports fun

  17-07-2026 17:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Yee-haw! There's lots taking place this weekend
  
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• Parents snap up Argos' Toy Story 5 interactive Lilypad for £5 instead of £20

  17-07-2026 17:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Lilypad Interactables toy is straight out of Toy Story 5
  
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• New bowling alley given greenlight after fears of 'sleepless nights'

  17-07-2026 17:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Luckily, their neighbours are keen bowlers.
  
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• Dramatic photos show scale of damage after fire rips through Dovestones moorland

  17-07-2026 17:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Entire hillsides appear to have been scorched
  
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• Dovestone and Tintwistle moor fires LIVE as chief pays tribute to 'absolutely amazing' firefighters while police make more arrests

  17-07-2026 17:27 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The moorland fires are continuing to rage on for a sixth day
  
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• Police and animal rescue slam 'appalling' behaviour after hedgehog painted blue and yellow

  17-07-2026 17:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The actions have been dubbed 'unbelievably stupid' by the owner of an animal rescue
  
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• Marks and Spencer shoppers can get £30 picnic hampers with integrated wine holder for £7

  17-07-2026 17:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "Perfect accessory for a picnic. Beautiful quality and fits two bottles perfectly"
  
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• Andy Burnham vows to name cabinet on Monday to avoid 'absolute chaos'

  17-07-2026 17:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The former mayor is expected to become prime minister next week
  
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• Mother of Henry Nowak killer jailed for removing knife from scene

  17-07-2026 17:05 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Kiran Kaur, 53, removed the knife used by her son to kill Henry Nowak
  
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• The 'brilliant' Trafford pub with street food, festivals and huge suntrap beer garden

  17-07-2026 16:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Alex Higgins, Robbie Williams and Tommy Fury and his dad have all popped in for a pint at this Sale boozer
  
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• 30+ fun things to do with the kids in Manchester this school holidays summer 2026

  17-07-2026 16:37 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  From fairs and outdoor theatre shows to dinosaurs and Lego trails, there are so many activities and events to keep kids happy this summer
  
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• The Mancunian Way: Change, unity and 'hope in every heart'

  17-07-2026 16:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  PLUS: Did football 'abandon' Nobby Stiles?
  
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• Full list of UK areas with hosepipe ban as dry spell continues

  17-07-2026 16:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Five water suppliers have enforced hosepipe bans across the UK due to the ongoing dry spell of weather
  
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• Dunelm's prettiest £20 bedding set loved by Holly Willoughby reduced by half until Sunday

  17-07-2026 16:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "This duvet cover is really lovely. The colours are very restful"
  
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• Coronation Street fans make demand as Sarah Platt set to join Weatherfield's inmates

  17-07-2026 16:15 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Sarah Platt is set to join a number of Weatherfield's inmates as she's arrested for the murder of Theo Silverton in the ITV soap
  
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• Coronation Street fans realise two characters arrived in Weatherfield at same time 18 years ago

  17-07-2026 15:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  They have been seen making their debuts in classic episodes of Corrie
  
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• Operator behind Manchester pubs and bars faces investigation over potential breaches

  17-07-2026 15:49 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The operator said it is 'fully committed' to complying with the investigation
  
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• Emmerdale star stunned as Waterloo Road legend's first appearance in ITV soap uncovered

  17-07-2026 15:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Shebz Miah has shared his surprise at seeing a Waterloo Road legend on the set of ITV's Emmerdale
  
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• Dovestone and Tintwistle moor fires LIVE as police make two more arrests while firefighters continue to battle blazes

  17-07-2026 15:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The moorland fires are continuing to rage on for a sixth day
  
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• Police make two further arrests in connection with Dovestone fire

  17-07-2026 15:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Two further individuals have been arrested on suspicion of arson
  
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• BREAKING: Police make two further arrests in connection with Dovestone fire

  17-07-2026 15:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Two further individuals have been arrested on suspicion of arson
  
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• The one-day 'cultural experience' festival coming to one of Manchester's best underground clubs

  17-07-2026 15:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It's about 'creating a space where queer artists and audiencesare not on the side-lines but at the centre'
  
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