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• Inmate who tried to murder boy, 12, found dead inside prison cell

  14-10-2026 10:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The man was given an indefinite jail sentence for public protection (IPP) with a minimum term of seven years
  
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• Fiddler's Ferry fire LIVE as smoke and flames billow from power station

  15-10-2026 14:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Residents have spotted smoke and fire at the scene
  
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• Woman, 22, killed in skydiving horror incident at Nottinghamshire airfield

  15-10-2026 14:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Madeleine Rachel Trask, 22, died at Langar Airfield on July 5, an inquest opening into her death heard
  
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• Andy Burnham issues statement after Reform councillors filmed making racist comments

  15-10-2026 14:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister has been asked about an ITV undercover investigation where Reform party members were caught using racist language
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing star unveils incredible transformation after having to leave BBC show

  15-10-2026 14:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Chris Appleton had debuted his incredible transformation after his Strictly Come Dancing journey came to a premature end
  
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• Fireworks raids across Greater Manchester as firm and two shops taken to court

  15-10-2026 14:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  One shop owner has received a suspended sentence for putting the public at risk
  
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• US Navy submarine hunter declares mid-air emergency over UK after RAF base take-off

  15-10-2026 14:07 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A US Navy Poseidon P-8 submarine-hunting aircraft issued a 7700 squawk code emergency alert shortly after departing RAF Lossiemouth, Moray, on Thursday morning before returning to base
  
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• Tameside Reform councillor caught saying rival politicians 'should be shot against the wall'

  15-10-2026 13:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The footage was captured as part of a new film about the party by ITV
  
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• Newton Heath incident LIVE as murder investigation launched after woman killed with 3 arrested - updates

  15-10-2026 13:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Officers have launched a murder investigation in Newton Heath, Manchester
  
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• Hear'Say star says 'it's been emotional' after band announces reunion 25 years after Popstars

  15-10-2026 13:31 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Bury's Suzanne Shaw reflected on the band's recently announced reunion, 25 years after they were put together on ITV show
  
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• Man suspected of running a brothel named after police storm Oldham building

  15-10-2026 13:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Manchester man has been charged with keeping a brothel used for prostitution
  
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• Boots shoppers rush to buy £54 Bobbi Brown makeup and skincare gift set worth £147

  15-10-2026 13:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The set includes a popular primer that fans say is the 'best' with one person commenting: "I am over 50 and have tried so many primers but this one just seems to work so well under any foundation."
  
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• Andy Burnham government confirms major UK airport drop off charges update

  15-10-2026 13:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Manchester Airport was among the locations analysed in the research
  
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• Newton Heath murder investigation launched after woman stabbed to death

  15-10-2026 13:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Forensics are working at the scene
  
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• My mortgage deal is coming to an end - now I have to pay £500 extra a month

  15-10-2026 13:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The average rate on five-year deals is now at 6pc and at 5.98pc on two-year fixed mortgages.
  
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• The free 'magical' lightshow coming to Greater Manchester park this October half term

  15-10-2026 13:05 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It will include torch bearers, dancers and a fireworks display
  
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• The M6, M60 and M59 motorways in Greater Manchester will close this weekend

  15-10-2026 13:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  We've compiled a full list of the roads set to close from Friday to Sunday
  
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• Ryanair flight to Ibiza descends into chaos as fight kicks off between passengers

  15-10-2026 12:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The shocking brawl took place shortly before the flight was scheduled to land
  
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• United Utilities issues statement over £13m penalty as UK households could see money off water bills

  15-10-2026 12:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Customers could see discounted water bills in the future, according to the economic regulator for the privatised water industry
  
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• Newton Heath incident LIVE as murder investigation launched after woman killed - updates

  15-10-2026 12:51 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Officers have launched a murder investigation in Newton Heath, Manchester
  
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• Hospital launches investigation after tiger attack victim William Chapman's family express 'number of concerns'

  15-10-2026 12:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The family of William Chapman, killed at Yorkshire wildlife park, have expressed concerns about his contact with mental health services
  
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• Why a Greater Manchester Wetherspoons has been named one of the UK's 'best' for a third year in a row

  15-10-2026 12:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Trafford boozer has been described as having "truly the best" match-day experience for supporters
  
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• The rare Harry Potter book with only 500 copies has just been sold for £300,000

  15-10-2026 12:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The book which was sold at auction is a hardback first printing dating back to 1997
  
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• Manchester bar owners say 'it's been a short but wonderful adventure' as they close after just five months

  15-10-2026 12:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  In the last three years, the site has been home to three different venues including a legendary student nightclub, an Irish bar, and a queer-led events space
  
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• Fears in Edgeley as residents say 'this isn't typical teenage mischief - this is unacceptable'

  15-10-2026 11:41 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Castle Street in Edgeley has seen a rise in anti-social behaviour
  
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• Holidaymakers issued guidance this October half term ahead of major change at UK airports

  15-10-2026 11:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  New technology is being rolled out across the UK which means some passengers will no longer need their passport checked at the UK border
  
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• Tiger attack victim William Chapman's cause of death revealed as family confirm mental illness diagnosis

  15-10-2026 11:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  William Chapman, 24, died after entering a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park last weekend
  
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• Health expert reveals the 21p-a-day supplement that 'everyone should take' along with three golden rules

  15-10-2026 11:23 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Stress, toxins, alcohol, diet and genetics can call cause bad gut health
  
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• Coronation Street's Ryan Connor star 'very excited' as he's confirmed for new role away from cobbles

  15-10-2026 11:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Corrie actor Ryan Prescott has said he is 'very excited' as he shared a career update on social media
  
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• Amputee, 71, denied blue badge by English council after being told he could 'run Olympic marathons'

  15-10-2026 11:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The man says he has been asked for ‘medical evidence’ that he had mobility issues
  
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