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• Coronation Street's Megan Walsh star speaks out on life-changing role days after exit scenes aired

  08-07-2026 10:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Beth Nixon made her debut in the ITV soap and had her on-screen debut as an actress last year thanks to the role of Megan
  
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• Coronation Street offers first look at Betsy Swain's life-changing diagnosis as accusations fly

  08-07-2026 22:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  There is more drama ahead for the Connor-Swains in Coronation Street as Lisa and Carla's daughter is rushed to the hospital
  
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• Exact date Greater Manchester forecast to be hotter than Tenerife as temperatures soar to 32C

  08-07-2026 21:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  UK temperatures are forecast to reach as high as 36C over the coming days
  
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• Audience gives their verdict as M.E.N hosts first mayoral election hustings

  08-07-2026 21:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  All six candidates spoke - and clashed - on everything from women's spaces to immigration
  
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• UK law to be changed so leader of Rochdale grooming gang can be deported

  08-07-2026 21:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Shabir Ahmed, now 73, who was known to his victims as 'Daddy', has already been stripped of his British citizenship
  
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• I found a £138 parasol reduced by 70% to £41 that's perfect for working at home in the sun

  08-07-2026 21:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'I'm really pleased with the parasol'
  
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• Could we get extra bank holiday if England win the 2026 World Cup?

  08-07-2026 21:15 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  England is hoping to celebrate winning the World Cup with an extra day off work
  
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• Watch the Greater Manchester Mayoral Hustings in full

  08-07-2026 21:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Candidates set out their vision for the region’s future
  
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• The battle for Greater Manchester

  08-07-2026 21:05 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Candidates for the mayoral by-election from six political parties laid out their vision for the city region at an MEN hustings
  
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• Within Chetham's ancient walls, Greater Manchester asked for honesty

  08-07-2026 21:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Chetham’s has witnessed centuries of upheaval, debate and reinvention. On Wednesday, as six contenders for the Greater Manchester mayoralty took the stage, the audience delivered a simple verdict says Rob Williams.
  
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• 19 biggest discounts as Man United launches huge summer sale with retro shirts and adidas jackets from £5

  08-07-2026 21:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  These are 19 of the best deals from the Manchester United store with prices starting from £5 with the Premier League season just weeks away
  
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• Manchester Evening News mayoral hustings player ratings as Craig stands firm and Coggins shines

  08-07-2026 20:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Six mayoral hopefuls faced a packed hall, tough questions and a strict 60-second time limit as they set out their vision for Greater Manchester. From confident performances and campaign-defining moments to awkward exchanges and missed opportunities, here's how every candidate rated.
  
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• Emmerdale fans know who robbed the cafe and it's not Kev

  08-07-2026 20:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It looks like Kev may have been framed in the latest installment of the ITV soap
  
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• Single mum-of-one, 33, on Universal Credit earns £1,200 a month after ‘amazing’ discovery

  08-07-2026 20:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Samantha Ellis worked hard to earn enough money to take her son Morgan on a summer holiday
  
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• England fan gave up flat and slept on an airbed for 6 months to go to World Cup

  08-07-2026 20:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Harrison Hatfield saved £15,000 in six months by sleeping on the floor at his brother's house
  
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• Homeowners race to buy £165 Hoover that's 'the best in years' for under £90

  08-07-2026 20:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "This the best vacuum cleaner I've had in years, and such good value for money..."
  
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• Meet the Wigan radiologist who lived an incredible double life for 18 years

  08-07-2026 20:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  He rose to the pinnacle of two very different fields - fulfilling a boyhood dream in the process
  
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• Grantchester star reveals 'heartbreak' as hit series concludes

  08-07-2026 20:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The detective drama first aired in 2014
  
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• 'He took advantage of them and they've carried it with them since'

  08-07-2026 20:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Kenneth Goodman, 76, was investigated by police after two victims came forward
  
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• Man who performed sex act next to woman with pram at train station 'couldn't explain why he did it'

  08-07-2026 20:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Michael Wainwright exposed himself at a train station in Hebden Bridge
  
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• Marks and Spencer shoppers race to buy 'most versatile' summer sandals for 60p

  08-07-2026 19:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "Bought for holiday and they are comfortable and versatile. This is my second pair"
  
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• Boy, 16, arrested on suspicion of murder after woman dies at house in south Manchester

  08-07-2026 19:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It's understood the victim was related to the suspect
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Numbers for tonight's £5M 'two chances' National Lottery draw - Wednesday, July 8

  08-07-2026 19:32 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Live results checker for tonight's £5M Lotto draw
  
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• Adam Thomas issues update after mum's hospital dash

  08-07-2026 19:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  In their shared podcast, Scott Thomas recalled the moment their mum Gail rang him
  
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• Manchester city centre will expand and 61,000 homes built under major scheme

  08-07-2026 19:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The council's 'Local Plan' could soon adopted as early as next summer
  
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• 'I’m in a really dark place at the moment, but here I know I'm OK'

  08-07-2026 19:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A 'lifeline' charity organisation is at risk of closing down - despite offering 22 years of support to those struggling with loneliness
  
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• The Traitors winners reunite as they tease next TV move together

  08-07-2026 19:07 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It comes after the duo became the first double traitor win
  
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• British Airways cancels flight after crew’s 'vodka and beer session'

  08-07-2026 19:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  One steward collapsed and had to be taken to his hotel room
  
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• I found a £28 summer dress alternative that's 'perfect' for both short and tall women

  08-07-2026 19:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "Just love it. Soft material and styled just right for my frame."
  
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• Rush hour chaos as traffic stopped and lanes closed after multi-car crash on M62

  08-07-2026 18:59 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police and traffic officers were called out to the scene
  
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