<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[North West - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about North West with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 12:32:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Temperatures are rising - and so are ice cream prices]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures are rising across the country, and so is the price of ice cream - but by how much?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/temperatures-are-rising-and-so-are-ice-cream-prices/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/temperatures-are-rising-and-so-are-ice-cream-prices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Racist killers sentences referred to Court of Appeal and drug dealer attacked in French jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/racist-killers-sentences-referred-to-court-of-appeal-and-drug-dealer-attacked-in-french-jail/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/racist-killers-sentences-referred-to-court-of-appeal-and-drug-dealer-attacked-in-french-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lib Dems announce Makerfield by-election candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Jake Austin will represent the Lib Dems in the Makerfield by-election on 18 June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lib-dems-announce-makerfield-by-election-candidate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lib-dems-announce-makerfield-by-election-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardiola to leave Man City after 10 years as boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City confirm that Pep Guardiola will leave at the end of the season after a decade of unparalleled success.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiola-to-leave-man-city-after-10-years-as-boss/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiola-to-leave-man-city-after-10-years-as-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every Makerfield by-election candidate announced so far]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who is standing for Parliament in the Greater Manchester constituency of Makerfield?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/every-makerfield-by-election-candidate-announced-so-far/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/every-makerfield-by-election-candidate-announced-so-far/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why genius Guardiola is the greatest coach of all time]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC pundit Micah Richards explains why English football is going to miss Pep Guardiola after his exit from Manchester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-genius-guardiola-is-the-greatest-coach-of-all-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-genius-guardiola-is-the-greatest-coach-of-all-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardiola's legacy of genius will echo through all ages for years to come]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Manchester City prepare for Pep Guardiola's exit, Phil McNulty reflects on how he has changed football in England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiolas-legacy-of-genius-will-echo-through-all-ages-for-years-to-come/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiolas-legacy-of-genius-will-echo-through-all-ages-for-years-to-come/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Guardiola transformed the Premier League tactically]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola has changed the tactical landscape in the Premier League, but he has also adapted to its challenges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-guardiola-transformed-the-premier-league-tactically/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-guardiola-transformed-the-premier-league-tactically/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick confirmed as Man Utd permanent boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United confirm the appointment of Michael Carrick as their permanent head coach on a two-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-confirmed-as-man-utd-permanent-boss/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-confirmed-as-man-utd-permanent-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with kidnapping and assaulting teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Sharpe, 56, from Stockport, is charged after a girl was allegedly abducted in Altrincham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-with-kidnapping-and-assaulting-teen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-with-kidnapping-and-assaulting-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Green Party by-election candidate apologises for sharing 'false flag' post]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Green Party had announced Chris Kennedy withdrew as candidate for "personal and family reasons".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/former-green-party-by-election-candidate-apologises-for-sharing-false-flag-post/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/former-green-party-by-election-candidate-apologises-for-sharing-false-flag-post/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anglesey prepares to host Europe's largest travelling youth festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Urdd's National Eisteddfod will be held on the island between 23 and 29 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anglesey-prepares-to-host-europes-largest-travelling-youth-festival/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anglesey-prepares-to-host-europes-largest-travelling-youth-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foden, Palmer, Alexander-Arnold to miss World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold have not been included in Thomas Tuchel's 26-man England squad for this summer's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/foden-palmer-alexander-arnold-to-miss-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/foden-palmer-alexander-arnold-to-miss-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We swapped city life for a tiny island with more sheep than people]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lois Roberts and Aron Llwyd, the new wardens of Bardsey Island, said they were craving a "different challenge".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/we-swapped-city-life-for-a-tiny-island-with-more-sheep-than-people/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/we-swapped-city-life-for-a-tiny-island-with-more-sheep-than-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I feel pity for boys who killed my son']]></title><description><![CDATA[Amaley Ahmed says she hopes her son's killers see his face for the rest of their lives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-feel-pity-for-boys-who-killed-my-son/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-feel-pity-for-boys-who-killed-my-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cloud Gardener to transform school's roof playground]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jason Williams plans to create a rooftop green space for Crown Street Primary School pupils to enjoy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cloud-gardener-to-transform-schools-roof-playground/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cloud-gardener-to-transform-schools-roof-playground/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West bank holiday travel: What you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rail services change due to engineering works, while millions are expected to be on the roads.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-bank-holiday-travel-what-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-bank-holiday-travel-what-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Palmer and Foden lost ruthless Tuchel's battle for number 10 roles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two years ago Phil Foden and Cole Palmer were England's future. Now, they cannot even get into the squad amid fierce rivalry for the number 10 role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-palmer-and-foden-lost-ruthless-tuchels-battle-for-number-10-roles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-palmer-and-foden-lost-ruthless-tuchels-battle-for-number-10-roles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weakened Wigan thrashed by Hull KR in final tune-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Wigan Warriors side including 10 debutants are thrashed by champions Hull KR before their Challenge Cup final meeting on 30 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/weakened-wigan-thrashed-by-hull-kr-in-final-tune-up/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/weakened-wigan-thrashed-by-hull-kr-in-final-tune-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland and Odegaard head Norway World Cup squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is named captain of Norway's 26-man squad for this summer's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/haaland-and-odegaard-head-norway-world-cup-squad/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/haaland-and-odegaard-head-norway-world-cup-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Race Across the World series six winners crowned]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest series culminated on Thursday with a dash through snow-covered Hatgal in northern Mongolia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/race-across-the-world-series-six-winners-crowned/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/race-across-the-world-series-six-winners-crowned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five held in Tameside election fraud investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four men and a woman, aged between 23 and 47, were held at addresses in Tameside earlier, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/five-held-in-tameside-election-fraud-investigation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/five-held-in-tameside-election-fraud-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington sign Leeds half-back Croft]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves sign Leeds Rhinos half-back Brodie Croft on a three-year deal for the 2027 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-sign-leeds-half-back-croft/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-sign-leeds-half-back-croft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ministers want new voting system in place for possible Manchester mayor race]]></title><description><![CDATA[The switch from First Past The Post to the Supplementary Vote had been expected to come into force by May 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ministers-want-new-voting-system-in-place-for-possible-manchester-mayor-race/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ministers-want-new-voting-system-in-place-for-possible-manchester-mayor-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starmer says he will campaign for Burnham in Makerfield]]></title><description><![CDATA[The prime minister says Labour needs to "all pull together and fight", after a revolt against his leadership.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/starmer-says-he-will-campaign-for-burnham-in-makerfield/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/starmer-says-he-will-campaign-for-burnham-in-makerfield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cinema ban on unaccompanied under-16s after damaged seats and bad behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Galeri says there are increasing complaints about anti-social behaviour at its cinema.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cinema-ban-on-unaccompanied-under-16s-after-damaged-seats-and-bad-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cinema-ban-on-unaccompanied-under-16s-after-damaged-seats-and-bad-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd-Forest referee not selected for final day]]></title><description><![CDATA[The referee for Manchester United's win over Nottingham Forest last Sunday has not been selected for any match in the final round of Premier League fixtures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-forest-referee-not-selected-for-final-day/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-forest-referee-not-selected-for-final-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale sign Kiwi scrum-half Roe from Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks sign scrum-half Xavier Roe on a two-year deal from New Zealand side Chiefs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-sign-kiwi-scrum-half-roe-from-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-sign-kiwi-scrum-half-roe-from-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Disease-carrying mosquitoes and heat deaths if temperatures soar']]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales' new government must do more to prepare the country for climate change, says an advisory body.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/disease-carrying-mosquitoes-and-heat-deaths-if-temperatures-soar/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/disease-carrying-mosquitoes-and-heat-deaths-if-temperatures-soar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales football stars join campaign to preserve minority languages]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Urdd youth organisation launches its 2026 peace message at Barcelona's Camp Nou in 75 languages.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wales-football-stars-join-campaign-to-preserve-minority-languages/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wales-football-stars-join-campaign-to-preserve-minority-languages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How could Northern England host the Olympics?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government is exploring the option of the North of England hosting the Olympic Games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-could-northern-england-host-the-olympics/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-could-northern-england-host-the-olympics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wine merchant may ditch expansion over recycling scheme in Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[A wine merchant says he is concerned about the extra costs and administrative burden on businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wine-merchant-may-ditch-expansion-over-recycling-scheme-in-wales/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wine-merchant-may-ditch-expansion-over-recycling-scheme-in-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Airbnb host given go-ahead for cabin to replace 'prison watchtower']]></title><description><![CDATA[It follows a long-standing row about a garden room dubbed a "prison watchtower" in Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/airbnb-host-given-go-ahead-for-cabin-to-replace-prison-watchtower/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/airbnb-host-given-go-ahead-for-cabin-to-replace-prison-watchtower/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barrister able to 'rejoin the world' after losing speech following road accident]]></title><description><![CDATA[Annette Morris went from reading legal documents before the accident to children's Ladybird books after it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/barrister-able-to-rejoin-the-world-after-losing-speech-following-road-accident/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/barrister-able-to-rejoin-the-world-after-losing-speech-following-road-accident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancs and Worcs heading to stalemate after more rain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire's Paul Coughlin makes the fastest ever fifty in first-class cricket at Southport as his side's game against Worcestershire is set to end in a draw.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-and-worcs-heading-to-stalemate-after-more-rain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-and-worcs-heading-to-stalemate-after-more-rain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester defeat Sale to secure play-off place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers secure their spot in the Prem play-offs with a comfortable 47-33 win over Sale Sharks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leicester-defeat-sale-to-secure-play-off-place/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leicester-defeat-sale-to-secure-play-off-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London mayor warning over northern Olympic bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government has commissioned UK Sport to conduct an "initial strategic assessment" into a potential bid for the north of England to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/london-mayor-warning-over-northern-olympic-bid/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/london-mayor-warning-over-northern-olympic-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Railway track reopens after tunnel closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Network Rail says inspectors spotted the problem at Sough Tunnel on Sunday morning and closed it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/railway-track-reopens-after-tunnel-closure/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/railway-track-reopens-after-tunnel-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Man City's FA Cup win means for Premier League places in Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The top eight in the Premier League will now qualify for Europe - and sixth could yet end up in the Champions League. Here's how.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-man-citys-fa-cup-win-means-for-premier-league-places-in-europe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-man-citys-fa-cup-win-means-for-premier-league-places-in-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swatch stores close for second day after crowds]]></title><description><![CDATA[The launch of a new &pound;335 pocket watch has drawn criticism after queues of shoppers built up again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/swatch-stores-close-for-second-day-after-crowds/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/swatch-stores-close-for-second-day-after-crowds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two arrested for murder after man's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[The man, believed to be in his 50s, was found unresponsive outside a property at midnight, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-arrested-for-murder-after-mans-death/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-arrested-for-murder-after-mans-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warehouse scheme will destroy 10,000 trees]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three new warehouses are planned but they would destroy woodland habitats and severely impact roads.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warehouse-scheme-will-destroy-10000-trees/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warehouse-scheme-will-destroy-10000-trees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grennan and Courteeners back brain tumour campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[The artists have donated tickets to raise money in memory of Coventry father Adam Keane.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/grennan-and-courteeners-back-brain-tumour-campaign/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/grennan-and-courteeners-back-brain-tumour-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Personal decision for Starmer on whether to fight leadership contest, minister says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy tells the BBC that the prime minister has "shown before that he's up for a fight" and she "wouldn't write [him] off".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/personal-decision-for-starmer-on-whether-to-fight-leadership-contest-minister-says/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/personal-decision-for-starmer-on-whether-to-fight-leadership-contest-minister-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School trust faces funding cut without improvements]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ofsted criticises teaching, behaviour and achievement at Ravensfield Primary School in Dukinfield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/school-trust-faces-funding-cut-without-improvements/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/school-trust-faces-funding-cut-without-improvements/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I feel proud my walk-and-talk group is helping others']]></title><description><![CDATA[Lauren Murphy, 31, started the group after both her brother and best friend took their own lives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-feel-proud-my-walk-and-talk-group-is-helping-others/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 08:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-feel-proud-my-walk-and-talk-group-is-helping-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town's Jewish heritage celebrated with new trail]]></title><description><![CDATA[The trail will be a walk through history to coincide with Jewish Culture Month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/towns-jewish-heritage-celebrated-with-new-trail/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 08:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/towns-jewish-heritage-celebrated-with-new-trail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Casemiro's fond farewell - how Brazilian turned Man Utd career around]]></title><description><![CDATA[Casemiro plays his last game for Manchester United at Old Trafford against Nottingham Forest, and will return a hero no matter what the future holds after turning his career around at the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/casemiros-fond-farewell-how-brazilian-turned-man-utd-career-around/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/casemiros-fond-farewell-how-brazilian-turned-man-utd-career-around/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City parade to celebrate club's success]]></title><description><![CDATA[The club says the celebrations mark the achievements of the men's, women's and academy teams.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-parade-to-celebrate-clubs-success/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 21:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-parade-to-celebrate-clubs-success/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From non-league to FA Cup hero - Semenyo caps rise with 'incredible' goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FA Cup tends to produce fairytale stories and Antoine Semenyo's sensational winning goal in this season's final provided the latest in chapter in the storied history of the world's oldest cup competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-non-league-to-fa-cup-hero-semenyo-caps-rise-with-incredible-goal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-non-league-to-fa-cup-hero-semenyo-caps-rise-with-incredible-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR hold on for thrilling win against Leigh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull KR hold on for a stunning Super League victory against Leigh Leopards, who mount an incredible second-half comeback.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-kr-hold-on-for-thrilling-win-against-leigh/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-kr-hold-on-for-thrilling-win-against-leigh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King scores twice in Warrington's win at Toulouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves move within two points of Super League leaders St Helens with victory against Toulouse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/king-scores-twice-in-warringtons-win-at-toulouse/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/king-scores-twice-in-warringtons-win-at-toulouse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['They always deliver' - Man City savour 'magical' title]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in seven seasons, the ribbons on the Women's Super League trophy are a different shade of blue after Manchester City's "magical" triumph.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/they-always-deliver-man-city-savour-magical-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/they-always-deliver-man-city-savour-magical-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd reach agreement to appoint Carrick manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United reach an agreement with Michael Carrick to become the club's permanent head coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-reach-agreement-to-appoint-carrick-manager/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-reach-agreement-to-appoint-carrick-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West Ambulance Service launches new five-year strategy - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West Ambulance Service launches new five-year strategy&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-ambulance-service-launches-new-five-year-strategy-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-ambulance-service-launches-new-five-year-strategy-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West Mountain Rescue announces team changes at AGM - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West Mountain Rescue announces team changes at AGM&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-mountain-rescue-announces-team-changes-at-agm-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-mountain-rescue-announces-team-changes-at-agm-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two weeks of disruption on Metrolink trams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tram services across Greater Manchester face two weeks of disruption from May 16th.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-weeks-of-disruption-on-metrolink-trams/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-weeks-of-disruption-on-metrolink-trams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Makerfield reacts to Burnham Parliament plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Simons explains his decision to step down, and Makerfield give their reactions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/makerfield-reacts-to-burnham-parliament-plans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/makerfield-reacts-to-burnham-parliament-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Pubgoer smashes bulldozer into bar' and 'Ex-MS wanted to help others']]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pubgoer-smashes-bulldozer-into-bar-and-ex-ms-wanted-to-help-others/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pubgoer-smashes-bulldozer-into-bar-and-ex-ms-wanted-to-help-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andy Burnham: 'King of the North' with eyes on the top job]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader - but must get back to Westminster first.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/andy-burnham-king-of-the-north-with-eyes-on-the-top-job/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/andy-burnham-king-of-the-north-with-eyes-on-the-top-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do Angela Rayner's constituents want her to become PM?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voters in Greater Manchester share their views as speculation mounts she may have eyes on Number 10.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/do-angela-rayners-constituents-want-her-to-become-pm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/do-angela-rayners-constituents-want-her-to-become-pm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some parents could receive new £10-a-week payment in trial scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[The plans would provide &pound;10 a week for 15,000 children under six whose parents get universal credit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/some-parents-could-receive-new-10-a-week-payment-in-trial-scheme/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/some-parents-could-receive-new-10-a-week-payment-in-trial-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd's Carrick on manager of the season shortlist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United caretaker head coach Michael Carrick is included on a six-man shortlist for the Premier League's Manager of the Season award.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utds-carrick-on-manager-of-the-season-shortlist/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utds-carrick-on-manager-of-the-season-shortlist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazing to be one game from Championship - Challinor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stockport County boss Dave Challinor's side are on track to fulfil the club's owner's seven-year target to reach Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amazing-to-be-one-game-from-championship-challinor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amazing-to-be-one-game-from-championship-challinor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angela Rayner settles tax bill with HMRC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rayner stood down as deputy prime minister in September 2025 after admitting underpaying stamp duty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/angela-rayner-settles-tax-bill-with-hmrc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/angela-rayner-settles-tax-bill-with-hmrc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three more murder arrests after father's club death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three people are arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal Moss Side stabbing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-more-murder-arrests-after-fathers-club-death/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-more-murder-arrests-after-fathers-club-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prolific scorers &amp; famous sons - ones to watch in Youth Cup final on BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City take on Manchester United in an eagerly awaited FA Youth Cup final at Joie Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prolific-scorers-amp-famous-sons-ones-to-watch-in-youth-cup-final-on-bbc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prolific-scorers-amp-famous-sons-ones-to-watch-in-youth-cup-final-on-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leader hails council system change 'a big step forward']]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheshire East Council has reverted to a cabinet and leader model after five years in a committee system.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leader-hails-council-system-change-a-big-step-forward/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 10:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leader-hails-council-system-change-a-big-step-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diocese bids to make student first Gen Z saint]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Catholic Church is now officially examining the claims to sainthood of the engineering student.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/diocese-bids-to-make-student-first-gen-z-saint/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 09:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/diocese-bids-to-make-student-first-gen-z-saint/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louie Barry - Barcelona to Wembley via nine loans]]></title><description><![CDATA[From Barcelona to Stockport and a second Wembley final - the rollercoaster career of "wonderkid" Louie Barry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/louie-barry-barcelona-to-wembley-via-nine-loans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/louie-barry-barcelona-to-wembley-via-nine-loans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moment abducted Alex Batty speaks in first police interview]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex was declared missing, aged 11, after his mother and grandfather abducted him on holiday in Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/moment-abducted-alex-batty-speaks-in-first-police-interview/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/moment-abducted-alex-batty-speaks-in-first-police-interview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Remote-controlled guns to be made in £1bn contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[They will be made in Telford using steel from Sheffield, and the chassis will be made in Stockport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/remote-controlled-guns-to-be-made-in-1bn-contract/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/remote-controlled-guns-to-be-made-in-1bn-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We don't know why these roadworks are happening']]></title><description><![CDATA[Some locals say they are causing "chaos" but the council says it is to create greener and safer travel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/we-dont-know-why-these-roadworks-are-happening/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/we-dont-know-why-these-roadworks-are-happening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assist of the season? Mesmerising Foden keeps title hopes alive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Foden's magical first-half assist proves the catalyst that Manchester City needed to maintain their challenge in this season's fascinating Premier League title race.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/assist-of-the-season-mesmerising-foden-keeps-title-hopes-alive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/assist-of-the-season-mesmerising-foden-keeps-title-hopes-alive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rhun ap Iorwerth reveals ministerial team, promising 'new era' for Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ap Iorwerth said it was not just a change in administration but a change of approach for governing Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rhun-ap-iorwerth-reveals-ministerial-team-promising-new-era-for-wales/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rhun-ap-iorwerth-reveals-ministerial-team-promising-new-era-for-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is Alex Batty and how was he found?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Batty vanished in 2017 while on holiday - now he is telling the full story for the first time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/who-is-alex-batty-and-how-was-he-found/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/who-is-alex-batty-and-how-was-he-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My postpartum body should not be a talking point on social media]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mum-of-two Cat Jane says some social media followers have "bullied" her post-baby body.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-postpartum-body-should-not-be-a-talking-point-on-social-media/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-postpartum-body-should-not-be-a-talking-point-on-social-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National identity 'undermined' by replacing Welsh with English names on maps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Einir Wiliams hits out at Ordnance Survey for using names with "no basis in tradition".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/national-identity-undermined-by-replacing-welsh-with-english-names-on-maps/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/national-identity-undermined-by-replacing-welsh-with-english-names-on-maps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alex's mum abducted him as a boy. Now he's ready to talk to her again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Batty reveals all about his abduction and life on the run in a new BBC documentary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/alexs-mum-abducted-him-as-a-boy-now-hes-ready-to-talk-to-her-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/alexs-mum-abducted-him-as-a-boy-now-hes-ready-to-talk-to-her-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth to unveil ministers for new Welsh government]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ap Iorwerth said it was "the greatest privilege" after he became first minister of Wales on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plaid-cymrus-rhun-ap-iorwerth-to-unveil-ministers-for-new-welsh-government/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plaid-cymrus-rhun-ap-iorwerth-to-unveil-ministers-for-new-welsh-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farage Brands North West UK's 'DUMPING GROUND' For Asylum Seekers During Bolton Visit (8BIyM36snw) - Fathom Journal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Farage Brands North West UK's 'DUMPING GROUND' For Asylum Seekers During Bolton Visit (8BIyM36snw)&nbsp;&nbsp;Fathom Journal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/farage-brands-north-west-uks-dumping-ground-for-asylum-seekers-during-bolton-visit-8biym36snw-fathom-journal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/farage-brands-north-west-uks-dumping-ground-for-asylum-seekers-during-bolton-visit-8biym36snw-fathom-journal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Footballer who elbowed rival in face spared jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Taylor attacked Daniel Brookwell during a match in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/footballer-who-elbowed-rival-in-face-spared-jail/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/footballer-who-elbowed-rival-in-face-spared-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Amazing' mural to Stone Roses legend 'Mani' complete]]></title><description><![CDATA[The idea was inspired by bandmate Ian Brown's tribute at the bassist's funeral in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amazing-mural-to-stone-roses-legend-mani-complete/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amazing-mural-to-stone-roses-legend-mani-complete/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nurse who lunged into neighbour's home and punched her over parking space is fined]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christine Sharman, 69, is sentenced for assaulting her neighbour after an ongoing row over parking.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nurse-who-lunged-into-neighbours-home-and-punched-her-over-parking-space-is-fined/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nurse-who-lunged-into-neighbours-home-and-punched-her-over-parking-space-is-fined/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['They took my boy' says mother of stabbing victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of Adrian Brown pay tribute as police name him as the victim of a fatal Moss Side stabbing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/they-took-my-boy-says-mother-of-stabbing-victim/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/they-took-my-boy-says-mother-of-stabbing-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotel evacuated over 'suspicious chemical smell']]></title><description><![CDATA[A man has been detained and is in custody, Greater Manchester Police says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hotel-evacuated-over-suspicious-chemical-smell/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hotel-evacuated-over-suspicious-chemical-smell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Footballing justice' served for jubilant Rochdale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rochdale bounce back from missing the National League title to earn promotion via the play-offs in dramatic fashion after 106-point season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/footballing-justice-served-for-jubilant-rochdale/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/footballing-justice-served-for-jubilant-rochdale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council leader quits after Labour's election blow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arooj Shah says she will step down after Labour lost control of Oldham Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/council-leader-quits-after-labours-election-blow/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 08:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/council-leader-quits-after-labours-election-blow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Beckham's 1999 Man Utd shirt sells for &pound;10k]]></title><description><![CDATA[The player won the Champions League, FA Cup and Premier League with Man Utd in 1999.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/david-beckhams-1999-man-utd-shirt-sells-for-pound10k/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/david-beckhams-1999-man-utd-shirt-sells-for-pound10k/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why people are being asked to rip up invasive plant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents are being invited to a 'Balsam bash' to help stop the spread of Himalayan balsam plants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-people-are-being-asked-to-rip-up-invasive-plant/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-people-are-being-asked-to-rip-up-invasive-plant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Match officials should be held to account - Burgess]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington boss Sam Burgess says rugby league's match officials should be held to account for decisions after his side's Challenge Cup semi-final defeat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/match-officials-should-be-held-to-account-burgess/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/match-officials-should-be-held-to-account-burgess/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rayner issues 'last chance' warning to Starmer and backs Burnham to return]]></title><description><![CDATA[In her first comments since Labour's election defeats, the ex-deputy PM calls for bolder action from the prime minister.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rayner-issues-last-chance-warning-to-starmer-and-backs-burnham-to-return/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rayner-issues-last-chance-warning-to-starmer-and-backs-burnham-to-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR beat Warrington to set up showdown with Wigan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holders Hull KR run in five tries as they set up a second consecutive Challenge Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-kr-beat-warrington-to-set-up-showdown-with-wigan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-kr-beat-warrington-to-set-up-showdown-with-wigan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yates out of Giro as Magnier wins third stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Britain's Adam Yates is out of the Giro d'Italia after suffering concussion in a heavy crash on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/yates-out-of-giro-as-magnier-wins-third-stage/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/yates-out-of-giro-as-magnier-wins-third-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Geddes fires Middlesex to victory over Lancashire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Geddes hits a quickfire 74 as Middlesex clinch victory on day three at Old Trafford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/geddes-fires-middlesex-to-victory-over-lancashire/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/geddes-fires-middlesex-to-victory-over-lancashire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gousto packager sacked for eating stolen peanuts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barbara Lisowska, 65, is fired for gross misconduct after the incident in Warrington, Cheshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gousto-packager-sacked-for-eating-stolen-peanuts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 09:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gousto-packager-sacked-for-eating-stolen-peanuts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town hall award recognises Rochdale's 'ambition']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Grade I-listed restoration of Rochdale town hall receives four coveted architecture awards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/town-hall-award-recognises-rochdales-ambition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/town-hall-award-recognises-rochdales-ambition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Having a job has opened up so many doorways']]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Clayton's sister says her brother enjoys work after a charity helps him find paid employment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/having-a-job-has-opened-up-so-many-doorways/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/having-a-job-has-opened-up-so-many-doorways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The goals are coming' - is Doku keeping Man City in title race?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Doku said last month that he needed to add more goals to his game to be considered one of the best wingers in the world, so is he part of that conversation now?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-goals-are-coming-is-doku-keeping-man-city-in-title-race/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-goals-are-coming-is-doku-keeping-man-city-in-title-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager held in murder probe after man stabbed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim, in his 30s, was assaulted on Friday night and later died in hospital, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/teenager-held-in-murder-probe-after-man-stabbed/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/teenager-held-in-murder-probe-after-man-stabbed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fishing boat wreck donated to help investigators]]></title><description><![CDATA[The wreck of the Nicola Faith will be used to train students at Cranfield University.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fishing-boat-wreck-donated-to-help-investigators/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fishing-boat-wreck-donated-to-help-investigators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plaid Cymru wants to run Welsh government on its own, leader says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhun ap Iorwerth said he will try to run a minority government after his party's Senedd election triumph.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plaid-cymru-wants-to-run-welsh-government-on-its-own-leader-says/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plaid-cymru-wants-to-run-welsh-government-on-its-own-leader-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Railway which inspired Thomas the Tank Engine marks 75 years since becoming world first]]></title><description><![CDATA[Talyllyn Railway was first in the world to be run by enthusiast volunteers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/railway-which-inspired-thomas-the-tank-engine-marks-75-years-since-becoming-world-first/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/railway-which-inspired-thomas-the-tank-engine-marks-75-years-since-becoming-world-first/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth: From party disarray to brink of power]]></title><description><![CDATA[A profile of the broadcaster-turned-politician poised to be Plaid Cymru's first first minister.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plaid-cymrus-rhun-ap-iorwerth-from-party-disarray-to-brink-of-power/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plaid-cymrus-rhun-ap-iorwerth-from-party-disarray-to-brink-of-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oasis documentary to show first Gallagher brothers interview in 25 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam and Noel Gallagher will feature in the concert movie focusing on their 2025 global reunion tour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oasis-documentary-to-show-first-gallagher-brothers-interview-in-25-years/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 03:38:00 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season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/atkinson-scores-two-tries-as-gloucester-beat-sale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/atkinson-scores-two-tries-as-gloucester-beat-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloucester fight back for deserved win over Sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester fight back to beat Sale Sharks 21-15 at Kingsholm and secure their first back-to-back Prem wins of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gloucester-fight-back-for-deserved-win-over-sale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gloucester-fight-back-for-deserved-win-over-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What latest election results show us in maps and charts]]></title><description><![CDATA[See which parties are winning - and losing &ndash; across the UK and who&rsquo;s won in your area, using our interactive tool.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-latest-election-results-show-us-in-maps-and-charts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-latest-election-results-show-us-in-maps-and-charts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shaw named Football Writers' Women's Player of Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw is crowned the Football Writers' Association Women's Player of the Season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/shaw-named-football-writers-womens-player-of-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/shaw-named-football-writers-womens-player-of-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd's Fernandes wins Football Writers' men's award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes wins the Football Writers' Association's men's Footballer of the Year award.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utds-fernandes-wins-football-writers-mens-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 21:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utds-fernandes-wins-football-writers-mens-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salford defender Oluwo signs new two-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[After impressing in his first season in the EFL, Ade Oluwo signs a new two-year contract with Salford City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/salford-defender-oluwo-signs-new-two-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/salford-defender-oluwo-signs-new-two-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major gains for Reform, while Greens win big in Manchester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Labour lost their decades-long majority in Tameside, as Reform won 18 out of 19 seats available.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/major-gains-for-reform-while-greens-win-big-in-manchester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/major-gains-for-reform-while-greens-win-big-in-manchester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anderson strikes after Middlesex knock over Lancs]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Anderson takes both wickets as Middlesex end day one 38-2 after bowling out Lancashire for just 201 at Emirates Old Trafford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anderson-strikes-after-middlesex-knock-over-lancs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anderson-strikes-after-middlesex-knock-over-lancs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who tried to rape woman in 1992 traced and jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aron Traynor was caught 34 years later after giving a DNA sample when he was arrested for drink driving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-who-tried-to-rape-woman-in-1992-traced-and-jailed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-who-tried-to-rape-woman-in-1992-traced-and-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Good season despite entering play-offs' - Robinson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salford City boss Karl Robinson says his side have had a good season despite missing out on automatic promotion and settling for the League Two play-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/good-season-despite-entering-play-offs-robinson/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/good-season-despite-entering-play-offs-robinson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sweeping gains for Reform UK across the North West as party looks to future | ITV News - ITVX]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sweeping gains for Reform UK across the North West as party looks to future | ITV News&nbsp;&nbsp;ITVX]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sweeping-gains-for-reform-uk-across-the-north-west-as-party-looks-to-future-itv-news-itvx/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sweeping-gains-for-reform-uk-across-the-north-west-as-party-looks-to-future-itv-news-itvx/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman arrested for child neglect after baby dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The girl died in hospital after emergency services were called to a home in Fallowfield, Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-arrested-for-child-neglect-after-baby-dies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-arrested-for-child-neglect-after-baby-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillor tells of concerns after Ferrari has windscreen smashed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kamran Ghafoor discovered the damage at about 02:00 BST after attending a vote count.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/councillor-tells-of-concerns-after-ferrari-has-windscreen-smashed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/councillor-tells-of-concerns-after-ferrari-has-windscreen-smashed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phil Jordan loses Ryde North West seat to Reform UK - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Jordan loses Ryde North West seat to Reform UK&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/phil-jordan-loses-ryde-north-west-seat-to-reform-uk-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/phil-jordan-loses-ryde-north-west-seat-to-reform-uk-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed after robbing pregnant woman's phone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew Alveranga, 39, snatched the phone with such force that the mum-to-be fell to the ground.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-jailed-after-robbing-pregnant-womans-phone/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-jailed-after-robbing-pregnant-womans-phone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationwide cashier who stole from vulnerable customers caught out by holiday photos]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Kerry Kershaw's victims was a 49-year-old man with learning disabilities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nationwide-cashier-who-stole-from-vulnerable-customers-caught-out-by-holiday-photos/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nationwide-cashier-who-stole-from-vulnerable-customers-caught-out-by-holiday-photos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Has Rodri absence cost Man City? Or is his importance overstated?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rodri's injury coincided with Manchester City's damaging draw at Everton - but there evidence suggests his importance is overplayed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/has-rodri-absence-cost-man-city-or-is-his-importance-overstated/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/has-rodri-absence-cost-man-city-or-is-his-importance-overstated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Carrick may not be shoo-in for Man Utd job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have won the most points in the Premier League since caretaker boss Michael Carrick took over, but the stats still show concerns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-carrick-may-not-be-shoo-in-for-man-utd-job/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-carrick-may-not-be-shoo-in-for-man-utd-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints-Wigan derby &amp; rematch of 2025 final - Challenge Cup semi preview]]></title><description><![CDATA[A derby and a repeat of the 2025 final are this year's Challenge Cup semi-finals - but who will seal their place at Wembley on 30 May?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/saints-wigan-derby-amp-rematch-of-2025-final-challenge-cup-semi-preview/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/saints-wigan-derby-amp-rematch-of-2025-final-challenge-cup-semi-preview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rider killed at North West 200 qualifiers named - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rider killed at North West 200 qualifiers named&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rider-killed-at-north-west-200-qualifiers-named-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rider-killed-at-north-west-200-qualifiers-named-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Challinor on Stockport's 'unthinkable' play-off bow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stockport County boss Dave Challinor says it is "unthinkable" he could be on the cusp of leading his side to the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/challinor-on-stockports-unthinkable-play-off-bow/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/challinor-on-stockports-unthinkable-play-off-bow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolton have 'proved' they can perform at Bradford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher says their recent draw at Bradford City shows they can perform in Saturday's League One play-off semi-final first leg.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bolton-have-proved-they-can-perform-at-bradford/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bolton-have-proved-they-can-perform-at-bradford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Azets expands UK North West footprint with Alextra acquisition - International Accounting Bulletin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Azets expands UK North West footprint with Alextra acquisition&nbsp;&nbsp;International Accounting Bulletin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/azets-expands-uk-north-west-footprint-with-alextra-acquisition-international-accounting-bulletin/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 10:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/azets-expands-uk-north-west-footprint-with-alextra-acquisition-international-accounting-bulletin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major road closed as man in his 30s dies in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving, GMP confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/major-road-closed-as-man-in-his-30s-dies-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 10:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/major-road-closed-as-man-in-his-30s-dies-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Remembering 2012 - why Sunderland away means more to Man Utd than normal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Remembering how Sunderland fans laughed at visitors Manchester United in 2012 when Sergio Aguero's goal snatched the Premier League title away from them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/remembering-2012-why-sunderland-away-means-more-to-man-utd-than-normal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/remembering-2012-why-sunderland-away-means-more-to-man-utd-than-normal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grandad, 82, hoping to walk on water for 24 hours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tony Fahey says he is motivated by "bringing smiles" to seriously ill children and their families.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/grandad-82-hoping-to-walk-on-water-for-24-hours/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/grandad-82-hoping-to-walk-on-water-for-24-hours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police officer cleared over woman's crash death after stolen car chase]]></title><description><![CDATA[PC Mark Burrows was chasing a stolen Audi A3 when he crashed into Heather Smedley's car.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/police-officer-cleared-over-womans-crash-death-after-stolen-car-chase/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/police-officer-cleared-over-womans-crash-death-after-stolen-car-chase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who 'threatened to cut throats of Jews' arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man has been detained on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-who-threatened-to-cut-throats-of-jews-arrested/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-who-threatened-to-cut-throats-of-jews-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Polls open for voting in Senedd election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Polling stations open across Wales to elect 96 members to the expanded Welsh Parliament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/polls-open-for-voting-in-senedd-election/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/polls-open-for-voting-in-senedd-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers 'chucking stuff out of windows' blamed as litter on 99% of main roads]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sweet wrappers, drinks containers and fast-food packaging were the most common items, campaigners said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drivers-chucking-stuff-out-of-windows-blamed-as-litter-on-99-of-main-roads/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drivers-chucking-stuff-out-of-windows-blamed-as-litter-on-99-of-main-roads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vapes sold to children, election time and trio deny grooming]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/vapes-sold-to-children-election-time-and-trio-deny-grooming/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/vapes-sold-to-children-election-time-and-trio-deny-grooming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 RIBA UK Awards North West winners - Royal Institute of British Architects Journal]]></title><description><![CDATA[2026 RIBA UK Awards North West winners&nbsp;&nbsp;Royal Institute of British Architects Journal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/2026-riba-uk-awards-north-west-winners-royal-institute-of-british-architects-journal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/2026-riba-uk-awards-north-west-winners-royal-institute-of-british-architects-journal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West passengers thanked as Bank Holiday upgrades completed - railuk.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West passengers thanked as Bank Holiday upgrades completed&nbsp;&nbsp;railuk.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-passengers-thanked-as-bank-holiday-upgrades-completed-railukcom/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 09:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-passengers-thanked-as-bank-holiday-upgrades-completed-railukcom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New four-year contract for Sale forward Bamber]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks tie down lock forward Ben Bamber to a long-term contract running until 2030.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-four-year-contract-for-sale-forward-bamber/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-four-year-contract-for-sale-forward-bamber/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 16, beach drowning was 'misadventure' - coroner]]></title><description><![CDATA[A teenager from Bristol, who had complex needs, went missing from a beach at Llandudno last spring.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boy-16-beach-drowning-was-misadventure-coroner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boy-16-beach-drowning-was-misadventure-coroner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to avoid dangerous safe sleep advice]]></title><description><![CDATA[A BBC investigation has heard dangerous advice given to parents by self-described experts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-to-avoid-dangerous-safe-sleep-advice/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-to-avoid-dangerous-safe-sleep-advice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester airport accused 'felt under attack']]></title><description><![CDATA[Muhammad Amaad says he felt he "had to defend himself" as police tried to arrest him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-airport-accused-felt-under-attack/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-airport-accused-felt-under-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foden reaches agreement over new Man City deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[England midfielder Phil Foden reaches an agreement in principle over a new four-year deal at Manchester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/foden-reaches-agreement-over-new-man-city-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/foden-reaches-agreement-over-new-man-city-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City reject Man Utd FA Youth Cup final venue offer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City will host their FA Youth Cup final with Manchester United at their 7,000-capacity Joie Stadium - rather than at Etihad Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-reject-man-utd-fa-youth-cup-final-venue-offer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-reject-man-utd-fa-youth-cup-final-venue-offer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schools receive threatening messages with one evacuated and police called]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police said they were looking for those responsible for the "malicious communications".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/schools-receive-threatening-messages-with-one-evacuated-and-police-called/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/schools-receive-threatening-messages-with-one-evacuated-and-police-called/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 8, showered with gifts after Jet2 plane intervention]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phoenix has been sent gifts from as far away as Germany after he calmed an angry passenger.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boy-8-showered-with-gifts-after-jet2-plane-intervention/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boy-8-showered-with-gifts-after-jet2-plane-intervention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stalker made fake Tinder profile to target his ex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Asad Hussain created the profile and then enticed men to visit the woman to enact a "rape fantasy".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/stalker-made-fake-tinder-profile-to-target-his-ex/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/stalker-made-fake-tinder-profile-to-target-his-ex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wardley v Dubois - all you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[All you need to know about Fabio Wardley's world title defence against Daniel Dubois on Saturday in Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wardley-v-dubois-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wardley-v-dubois-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-supply teacher charged with upskirting in schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 36-year-old man is charged with various offences including upskirting in schools and voyeurism.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ex-supply-teacher-charged-with-upskirting-in-schools/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ex-supply-teacher-charged-with-upskirting-in-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem rugby 2026-27 season to begin on 25 September]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026-27 season of Prem rugby will start on Friday, 25 September with the final held on 19 June 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prem-rugby-2026-27-season-to-begin-on-25-september/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prem-rugby-2026-27-season-to-begin-on-25-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester 'worst' airport for delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester has the longest airport delays in the UK while Liverpool John Lennon has the shortest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-worst-airport-for-delays/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-worst-airport-for-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How one primary school is helping pupils open up]]></title><description><![CDATA[With an increasing number of younger kids on social media, the school says it is essential.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-one-primary-school-is-helping-pupils-open-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-one-primary-school-is-helping-pupils-open-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK construction activity March 2026: North West - Construction News]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK construction activity March 2026: North West&nbsp;&nbsp;Construction News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-construction-activity-march-2026-north-west-construction-news/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-construction-activity-march-2026-north-west-construction-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police chase crash closes part of airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[The upper forecourt of Terminal 2 closes for three hours after a police pursuit ends in a crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/police-chase-crash-closes-part-of-airport/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 08:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/police-chase-crash-closes-part-of-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A remarkable finale - but will 13 chaotic minutes cost Man City title?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A chaotic 13-minute spell from Man City in the second half of a six-goal thriller at Everton could prove to be the visitors' undoing in the Premier League title race.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/a-remarkable-finale-but-will-13-chaotic-minutes-cost-man-city-title/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/a-remarkable-finale-but-will-13-chaotic-minutes-cost-man-city-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunder beat Panthers to close in on play-off berth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester Thunder move a step closer to a play-off spot in the Netball Super League with a confident 69-45 win over Birmingham Panthers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/thunder-beat-panthers-to-close-in-on-play-off-berth/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/thunder-beat-panthers-to-close-in-on-play-off-berth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caprice and Conlon among seven to leave Oldham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oldham confirm seven players will be released following the end of their contracts this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/caprice-and-conlon-among-seven-to-leave-oldham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/caprice-and-conlon-among-seven-to-leave-oldham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan forward Havard suspended for cup semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan forward Ethan Havard is handed a retrospective ban and will miss Saturday's Challenge Cup semi-final against St Helens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-forward-havard-suspended-for-cup-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-forward-havard-suspended-for-cup-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bonkers' scenes with 2,500 fans at football final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fans invade the pitch and let off flares after a penalty shoot-out win at Droylsden's Butchers Arms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bonkers-scenes-with-2500-fans-at-football-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bonkers-scenes-with-2500-fans-at-football-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick has the Ferguson magic, says Cunha]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha believes interim boss Michael Carrick is the perfect man to reconnect the club to its trophy-laden past.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-has-the-ferguson-magic-says-cunha/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-has-the-ferguson-magic-says-cunha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our surrogacy fight to become our child's legal parents']]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Frisby and Jamie Corbett want legislation changes to help other families in the UK.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/our-surrogacy-fight-to-become-our-childs-legal-parents/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/our-surrogacy-fight-to-become-our-childs-legal-parents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick secures Champions League - what are Man Utd waiting for?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unless Manchester United appoint Luis Enrique, it is hard to think of an acceptable alternative to giving Michael Carrick the job on a permanent basis, writes Simon Stone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-secures-champions-league-what-are-man-utd-waiting-for/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 21:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-secures-champions-league-what-are-man-utd-waiting-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferguson taken to hospital as precaution before Man Utd v Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sir Alex Ferguson is taken to hospital after falling unwell at Old Trafford shortly before Manchester United's Premier League match with Liverpool on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ferguson-taken-to-hospital-as-precaution-before-man-utd-v-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ferguson-taken-to-hospital-as-precaution-before-man-utd-v-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drink drive arrest after woman badly hurt in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The suspect, in his 30s, was also held on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drink-drive-arrest-after-woman-badly-hurt-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drink-drive-arrest-after-woman-badly-hurt-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I was really unhappy with my weight' - 10-year wait for weight loss jabs sees people go private]]></title><description><![CDATA[One health board has seen waiting lists for weight loss help quadruple in just one year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-was-really-unhappy-with-my-weight-10-year-wait-for-weight-loss-jabs-sees-people-go-private/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 15:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-was-really-unhappy-with-my-weight-10-year-wait-for-weight-loss-jabs-sees-people-go-private/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Estate attracted Rihanna and Justin Bieber - but area's Grade II-listed gem was forgotten]]></title><description><![CDATA[Radio 1's Big Weekend, the National Eisteddfod and Faenol Festival have all been held on the estate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/estate-attracted-rihanna-and-justin-bieber-but-areas-grade-ii-listed-gem-was-forgotten/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/estate-attracted-rihanna-and-justin-bieber-but-areas-grade-ii-listed-gem-was-forgotten/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan end losing streak by beating Bradford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noah Hodkinson scores a hat-trick as Wigan Warriors chalk up their first win in five in Super League by beating Bradford Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-end-losing-streak-by-beating-bradford/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-end-losing-streak-by-beating-bradford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorcyclist dies in crash with car]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police appeal for information following the collision on Friday, after a man in his 40s died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/motorcyclist-dies-in-crash-with-car/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/motorcyclist-dies-in-crash-with-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cancer drug gave dad precious time with son - it can now give hope to others]]></title><description><![CDATA[A trial drug gave Huw Jones - who died in February aged 33 - time to see Idris turn one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cancer-drug-gave-dad-precious-time-with-son-it-can-now-give-hope-to-others/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cancer-drug-gave-dad-precious-time-with-son-it-can-now-give-hope-to-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotel accused of 'union busting' after reps sacked]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unite claims two workers at Kimpton Clocktower Hotel were fired amid a push for union recognition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hotel-accused-of-union-busting-after-reps-sacked/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 10:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hotel-accused-of-union-busting-after-reps-sacked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why did a Manchester woman want to be mummified?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Author Dr Hannah Priest is researching Hannah Beswick whose mummified body was a museum exhibit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-did-a-manchester-woman-want-to-be-mummified/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-did-a-manchester-woman-want-to-be-mummified/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Missing David Bowie photo found in loft after 56 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Maynard was a member of Stockport Schools Student Union who booked Bowie in 1970.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/missing-david-bowie-photo-found-in-loft-after-56-years/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/missing-david-bowie-photo-found-in-loft-after-56-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second home tax turned woman's 'dream into nightmare' but others back rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sally Howdle does not understand how she has ended up owning two second homes which attract a hefty bill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/second-home-tax-turned-womans-dream-into-nightmare-but-others-back-rules/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/second-home-tax-turned-womans-dream-into-nightmare-but-others-back-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildfire at Peak District's Snake Pass 'under control']]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters have now left the scene but are due to return on Saturday morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wildfire-at-peak-districts-snake-pass-under-control/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wildfire-at-peak-districts-snake-pass-under-control/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One person seriously hurt as crash closes dual carriageway]]></title><description><![CDATA[The road in Worsley, Salford, was fully closed for several hours as investigations took place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/one-person-seriously-hurt-as-crash-closes-dual-carriageway/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/one-person-seriously-hurt-as-crash-closes-dual-carriageway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plaid councillor suspended over migration comments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gareth Anthony Roberts said Bangor was "no longer a Welsh-speaking area".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plaid-councillor-suspended-over-migration-comments/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plaid-councillor-suspended-over-migration-comments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West Just Made Her Music Debut - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West Just Made Her Music Debut&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-just-made-her-music-debut-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-just-made-her-music-debut-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jewish man leaving UK after 70 years 'due to safety fears']]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Manville, from Salford, says a rise in antisemitism is forcing him to leave the UK.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jewish-man-leaving-uk-after-70-years-due-to-safety-fears/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jewish-man-leaving-uk-after-70-years-due-to-safety-fears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman 'over the moon' to retain Flatpack World Championship title]]></title><description><![CDATA[It took flatpack fanatic Hayley McAuley just eight minutes and 20 seconds to assemble a bedside table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-over-the-moon-to-retain-flatpack-world-championship-title/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-over-the-moon-to-retain-flatpack-world-championship-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wells signs new deal with Lancashire until 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[Injured batter Luke Wells signs new contract with Lancashire until 2028]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wells-signs-new-deal-with-lancashire-until-2028/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wells-signs-new-deal-with-lancashire-until-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The North West seaside town named among best in the UK for beer gardens - Manchester Evening News]]></title><description><![CDATA[The North West seaside town named among best in the UK for beer gardens&nbsp;&nbsp;Manchester Evening News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-north-west-seaside-town-named-among-best-in-the-uk-for-beer-gardens-manchester-evening-news/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-north-west-seaside-town-named-among-best-in-the-uk-for-beer-gardens-manchester-evening-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All eyes on the May 7th Local Elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kevin Fitzpatrick breaks down what Manchester should know going into the Local Elections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-eyes-on-the-may-7th-local-elections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 11:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-eyes-on-the-may-7th-local-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New bridge system taking a toll on 'angry' drivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warburton Toll Bridge owners say online payments are an "adjustment" after drivers raise complaints.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-bridge-system-taking-a-toll-on-angry-drivers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 11:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-bridge-system-taking-a-toll-on-angry-drivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum 'traumatised' after baby trapped in fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tiffany, 19, was at home in Bury with her sons, aged one and two, when the fire broke out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mum-traumatised-after-baby-trapped-in-fire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mum-traumatised-after-baby-trapped-in-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West Bank Holiday travel: All you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out all you need to know before you set off for an early May Bank Holiday getaway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-bank-holiday-travel-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-bank-holiday-travel-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chippies sell catfish as 'traditional fish supper']]></title><description><![CDATA[A BBC investigation finds chip shop owners passing off cheaper species as "traditional fish and chips".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chippies-sell-catfish-as-traditional-fish-supper/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 02:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chippies-sell-catfish-as-traditional-fish-supper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Littler beats Humphries to go top of Premier League]]></title><description><![CDATA[World number one Luke Littler wins his fifth night of the Premier League Darts season to return to the top of the table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-beats-humphries-to-go-top-of-premier-league/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-beats-humphries-to-go-top-of-premier-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catherine Zeta-Jones joins Sir Anthony Hopkins in Dylan Thomas film]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pictures released on Wednesday show Zeta-Jones who joins Sir Anthony and Aneurin Barnard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/catherine-zeta-jones-joins-sir-anthony-hopkins-in-dylan-thomas-film/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/catherine-zeta-jones-joins-sir-anthony-hopkins-in-dylan-thomas-film/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maximising charity shop revenue with North West Air Ambulance - KPMG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maximising charity shop revenue with North West Air Ambulance&nbsp;&nbsp;KPMG]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/maximising-charity-shop-revenue-with-north-west-air-ambulance-kpmg/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/maximising-charity-shop-revenue-with-north-west-air-ambulance-kpmg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mainoo signs new Man Utd deal until 2031]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kobbie Mainoo signs a new contract with Manchester United that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2031.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mainoo-signs-new-man-utd-deal-until-2031/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mainoo-signs-new-man-utd-deal-until-2031/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd can win Premier League next season - Mount]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United's Mason Mount feels the club can end their 13-year wait for a Premier League title next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-can-win-premier-league-next-season-mount/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-can-win-premier-league-next-season-mount/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['OCD made us think we were monsters']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sufferers explain how the condition has gripped their lives - but say help is out there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ocd-made-us-think-we-were-monsters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ocd-made-us-think-we-were-monsters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I shouldn't have been made to visit abusive killer mum']]></title><description><![CDATA[Kelly Higgins said despite her mother being in jail for murder, she retained rights over her.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-shouldnt-have-been-made-to-visit-abusive-killer-mum/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-shouldnt-have-been-made-to-visit-abusive-killer-mum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPs vote against probe of UK PM's Mandelson statements - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[MPs vote against probe of UK PM's Mandelson statements&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mps-vote-against-probe-of-uk-pms-mandelson-statements-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mps-vote-against-probe-of-uk-pms-mandelson-statements-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of airport PC assault 'feared for life']]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohammed Fahir Amaaz and Muhammad Amaad deny assaulting a police officer causing actual bodily harm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-accused-of-airport-pc-assault-feared-for-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-accused-of-airport-pc-assault-feared-for-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors duo Marshall and Sambou sidelined]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors wingers Liam Marshall and Dayon Sambou are both ruled out for up to three months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warriors-duo-marshall-and-sambou-sidelined/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warriors-duo-marshall-and-sambou-sidelined/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince William's 'fond memories' on return to RAF air base]]></title><description><![CDATA[The prince was an RAF search and rescue pilot at the Holyhead base from 2010 to 2013.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prince-williams-fond-memories-on-return-to-raf-air-base/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prince-williams-fond-memories-on-return-to-raf-air-base/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City left frustrated by fixture pile-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City face a fixture pile-up of four games in 11 days next month after the Premier League confirmed the rescheduled dates for two of their key matches in the race for the title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-left-frustrated-by-fixture-pile-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-left-frustrated-by-fixture-pile-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[York pledge to support Boateng over fan incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[York City say they will back midfielder Hiram Boateng "through all proceedings" after footage appeared to show him punching a Rochdale fan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/york-pledge-to-support-boateng-over-fan-incident/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/york-pledge-to-support-boateng-over-fan-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I lived all my dreams' - Stones to leave Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[England defender John Stones says he "lived all my dreams out" at Manchester City after confirming he will leave at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-lived-all-my-dreams-stones-to-leave-man-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-lived-all-my-dreams-stones-to-leave-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green to join Lancashire early for overseas stint]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Green will now be available for Lancashire's next two Championship matches at the start of his third spell with the county.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/green-to-join-lancashire-early-for-overseas-stint/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/green-to-join-lancashire-early-for-overseas-stint/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men who posed with stash at £1m cannabis farm jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The three men were arrested after police found them hidden in a loft at the operation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/men-who-posed-with-stash-at-1m-cannabis-farm-jailed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/men-who-posed-with-stash-at-1m-cannabis-farm-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road-rage driver caught on his own dashcam knocking motorist out]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Lee was caught on his own vehicle's camera attacking another driver in Conwy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/road-rage-driver-caught-on-his-own-dashcam-knocking-motorist-out/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/road-rage-driver-caught-on-his-own-dashcam-knocking-motorist-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman critically injured in e-bike hit-and-run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police called to the scene found the woman, in her 30s, badly injured and she was taken to hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-critically-injured-in-e-bike-hit-and-run/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-critically-injured-in-e-bike-hit-and-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Date set for 'Downton Shabby' High Court trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hopwood DePree claims he was given the right to restore the ageing Hopwood hall stately home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/date-set-for-downton-shabby-high-court-trial/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/date-set-for-downton-shabby-high-court-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FEC relocates UK HQ - Place North West]]></title><description><![CDATA[FEC relocates UK HQ&nbsp;&nbsp;Place North West]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fec-relocates-uk-hq-place-north-west/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fec-relocates-uk-hq-place-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My husband finally got full-time care &ndash; he died a week later']]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirsty Parsons shares details of her battle to secure adult social care support for her husband.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-husband-finally-got-full-time-care-ndash-he-died-a-week-later/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-husband-finally-got-full-time-care-ndash-he-died-a-week-later/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parties pledge to get tough on HMOs before election]]></title><description><![CDATA[There has been a particular increase in HMOs in Bolton town centre as well as in Farnworth and Horwich.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/parties-pledge-to-get-tough-on-hmos-before-election/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/parties-pledge-to-get-tough-on-hmos-before-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Urban Splash facing £50m cladding fund claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taxpayers "incorrectly footed the bill" for cladding replacement, a tribunal hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/urban-splash-facing-50m-cladding-fund-claim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/urban-splash-facing-50m-cladding-fund-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Surgeon says my son's bicycle helmet saved his life']]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlie Harper, 12, suffered a broken nose, cheekbone and damaged vertebrae in his neck.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/surgeon-says-my-sons-bicycle-helmet-saved-his-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/surgeon-says-my-sons-bicycle-helmet-saved-his-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pleasure Beach fan buys piece of attraction's history]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kyle Wilcock says when he saw a giant statue of a miner on sale he knew he just had to have it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pleasure-beach-fan-buys-piece-of-attractions-history/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pleasure-beach-fan-buys-piece-of-attractions-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All but back in Champions League - yet big decisions loom at Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barring an unlikely sequence of results, Old Trafford will host Champions League football again next season, but for those running the club, their most significant work is about to begin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-but-back-in-champions-league-yet-big-decisions-loom-at-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-but-back-in-champions-league-yet-big-decisions-loom-at-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is the new EU Entry/Exit system?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flights from the EU to Manchester have been missed recently due to the new system.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-is-the-new-eu-entryexit-system/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-is-the-new-eu-entryexit-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Online safety campaigners 'desperate to be heard']]></title><description><![CDATA[Esther Ghey says it is "equally important" the PM hears from bereaved families as well as tech giants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/online-safety-campaigners-desperate-to-be-heard/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/online-safety-campaigners-desperate-to-be-heard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why flowers are taking over city centre in May]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Manchester Flower Festival has been described as the city's "most Instagrammable event".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-flowers-are-taking-over-city-centre-in-may/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-flowers-are-taking-over-city-centre-in-may/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search for UK navy crew member under way off north-west coast of Ireland - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Search for UK navy crew member under way off north-west coast of Ireland&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/search-for-uk-navy-crew-member-under-way-off-north-west-coast-of-ireland-msn/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/search-for-uk-navy-crew-member-under-way-off-north-west-coast-of-ireland-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very funny' naked statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones unveiled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sir Michael Palin says his fellow Python star Jones would have found the statue "very funny indeed".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/very-funny-naked-statue-of-monty-pythons-terry-jones-unveiled/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/very-funny-naked-statue-of-monty-pythons-terry-jones-unveiled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tensions flare in heated I'm A Celebrity live final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Thomas, Craig Charles, Mo Farah and Harry Redknapp were in the final of I'm A Celebrity... South Africa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tensions-flare-in-heated-im-a-celebrity-live-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tensions-flare-in-heated-im-a-celebrity-live-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family's 'devastation' over tower block death]]></title><description><![CDATA[The body of 33-year-old Amber O'Brien's was found by emergency services on Sunday, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/familys-devastation-over-tower-block-death/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/familys-devastation-over-tower-block-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Guardiola found his best Man City XI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City are finishing the season strongly - having looked at one stage as if the Premier League title may elude them. Here's how Pep Guardiola went through many systems to find his best team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-guardiola-found-his-best-man-city-xi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-guardiola-found-his-best-man-city-xi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You are never too old, says marathon runner, 88]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Newton from Macclesfield will be the oldest runner to take part in Sunday's London Marathon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/you-are-never-too-old-says-marathon-runner-88/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/you-are-never-too-old-says-marathon-runner-88/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bravery award for PC who tackled frenzied knifeman]]></title><description><![CDATA[PC Fairbrother&#8209;Wilcock confronted a knifeman whostabbed two men in a taxi office and ran amok]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bravery-award-for-pc-who-tackled-frenzied-knifeman/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bravery-award-for-pc-who-tackled-frenzied-knifeman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dance partners reunite 60 years on from title win]]></title><description><![CDATA[June Batty and John Halliday who were 1963 junior dance champions speak for the first time in decades.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dance-partners-reunite-60-years-on-from-title-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dance-partners-reunite-60-years-on-from-title-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wire beat Wigan to keep pace with leaders Leeds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington stay in touch with Super League leaders Leeds by beating Wigan - who have now lost four successive league matches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wire-beat-wigan-to-keep-pace-with-leaders-leeds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wire-beat-wigan-to-keep-pace-with-leaders-leeds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I stayed at 'struggling' Man Utd and didn't think we'd be third now - Fernandes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes speaks to club legend Wayne Rooney in a wide-ranging interview.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-i-stayed-at-struggling-man-utd-and-didnt-think-wed-be-third-now-fernandes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-i-stayed-at-struggling-man-utd-and-didnt-think-wed-be-third-now-fernandes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smuggling gang jailed over £40m illegal cigarettes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eleven men are convicted and imprisoned for their roles in smuggling 150 million illegal cigarettes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/smuggling-gang-jailed-over-40m-illegal-cigarettes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/smuggling-gang-jailed-over-40m-illegal-cigarettes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thick black plumes seen for miles as fire breaks out]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fire can be seen from miles around with a column of smoke above a Greater Manchester retail park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/thick-black-plumes-seen-for-miles-as-fire-breaks-out/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/thick-black-plumes-seen-for-miles-as-fire-breaks-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Synagogue attacker 'associate' denies terror charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohammad Bashir pleads not guilty to the preparation of terrorist acts and three other offences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/synagogue-attacker-associate-denies-terror-charges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/synagogue-attacker-associate-denies-terror-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rochdale and York set for 'unique' title decider]]></title><description><![CDATA[York City boss Stuart Maynard calls his side's final-day National League title decider at Rochdale "one of the biggest games in the English football pyramid".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rochdale-and-york-set-for-unique-title-decider/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rochdale-and-york-set-for-unique-title-decider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phil Jordan fights Greens, Tories and Reform UK for Ryde North West - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Jordan fights Greens, Tories and Reform UK for Ryde North West&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/phil-jordan-fights-greens-tories-and-reform-uk-for-ryde-north-west-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/phil-jordan-fights-greens-tories-and-reform-uk-for-ryde-north-west-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Falklands sovereignty rests with UK, Britain tells US - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Falklands sovereignty rests with UK, Britain tells US&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/falklands-sovereignty-rests-with-uk-britain-tells-us-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/falklands-sovereignty-rests-with-uk-britain-tells-us-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Kay's hometown shows for hospice sell out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Kay is returning to Albert Halls for the first time in 23 years to raise money for charity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/peter-kays-hometown-shows-for-hospice-sell-out/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/peter-kays-hometown-shows-for-hospice-sell-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder charge after head teacher knocked off bike and killed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Mullins, 56, was cycling home from his school when he was hit by a car.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/murder-charge-after-head-teacher-knocked-off-bike-and-killed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/murder-charge-after-head-teacher-knocked-off-bike-and-killed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judges quash prisoners' indefinite jail sentences]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stuart O'Neill, who was convicted of rape at Manchester Crown Court in 2009, has his IPP sentence replaced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/judges-quash-prisoners-indefinite-jail-sentences/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/judges-quash-prisoners-indefinite-jail-sentences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Musical casts voices 'beyond the M25' for UK tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West children are being given a once in a lifetime opportunity after a rare casting decision.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/musical-casts-voices-beyond-the-m25-for-uk-tour/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/musical-casts-voices-beyond-the-m25-for-uk-tour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Matilda The Musical casts North West children for UK tour - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matilda The Musical casts North West children for UK tour&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/matilda-the-musical-casts-north-west-children-for-uk-tour-bbc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/matilda-the-musical-casts-north-west-children-for-uk-tour-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump threatens 'big tariff' on UK over digital tax - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trump threatens 'big tariff' on UK over digital tax&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/trump-threatens-big-tariff-on-uk-over-digital-tax-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/trump-threatens-big-tariff-on-uk-over-digital-tax-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tiny church in the sea where brides worry about high tide making them late to the altar]]></title><description><![CDATA[The little medieval church - where you need the tide book alongside a prayer book.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tiny-church-in-the-sea-where-brides-worry-about-high-tide-making-them-late-to-the-altar/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tiny-church-in-the-sea-where-brides-worry-about-high-tide-making-them-late-to-the-altar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will a new market turn Ashton-under-Lyne centre around?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BBC spoke to residents of the Greater Manchester market town ahead of the local elections on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/will-a-new-market-turn-ashton-under-lyne-centre-around/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/will-a-new-market-turn-ashton-under-lyne-centre-around/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's crazy' - villagers mystified as river dramatically changes course]]></title><description><![CDATA[Part of the River Elwy has moved about 50 metres, leaving a "dry, stony riverbed behind".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/its-crazy-villagers-mystified-as-river-dramatically-changes-course/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/its-crazy-villagers-mystified-as-river-dramatically-changes-course/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fix Auto UK Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in North West England - CollisionWeek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fix Auto UK Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in North West England&nbsp;&nbsp;CollisionWeek]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fix-auto-uk-adds-collision-repair-center-to-network-in-north-west-england-collisionweek/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fix-auto-uk-adds-collision-repair-center-to-network-in-north-west-england-collisionweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eight arrested as UK police probe arson attacks - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight arrested as UK police probe arson attacks&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/eight-arrested-as-uk-police-probe-arson-attacks-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/eight-arrested-as-uk-police-probe-arson-attacks-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Girl, 8, sent home from school 'over her boots']]></title><description><![CDATA[Duaine Davies, 40, from Salford, is protesting after his daughter was sent home at the school gates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/girl-8-sent-home-from-school-over-her-boots/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/girl-8-sent-home-from-school-over-her-boots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carnforth business named finalist in North West StartUp Awards - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carnforth business named finalist in North West StartUp Awards&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carnforth-business-named-finalist-in-north-west-startup-awards-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carnforth-business-named-finalist-in-north-west-startup-awards-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is happening with Manchester Pride 2026?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Radio Manchester's Darren Milby breaks down the new plans for Manchester Pride 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-is-happening-with-manchester-pride-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-is-happening-with-manchester-pride-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Need To Know Manchester]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Radio Manchester's Darren Milby breaks down the new plans for Manchester Pride 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/need-to-know-manchester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/need-to-know-manchester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family pay tribute after head teacher dies in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four people are arrested after the death of Michael Mullins, 56, in a crash in Altrincham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/family-pay-tribute-after-head-teacher-dies-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/family-pay-tribute-after-head-teacher-dies-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancs unsure if captain Anderson will face Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire head coach Steven Croft is unsure whether captain James Anderson will be fit for their County Championship Division Two game at Durham, starting on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-unsure-if-captain-anderson-will-face-durham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-unsure-if-captain-anderson-will-face-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another flight leaves passengers behind due to border delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[New European border rules have caused delays at airports across the continent, affecting flights.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/another-flight-leaves-passengers-behind-due-to-border-delays/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/another-flight-leaves-passengers-behind-due-to-border-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's dire - some people have homes without beds']]></title><description><![CDATA[A charity calls for 10% of social homes to be furnished to tackle the issue of furniture poverty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/its-dire-some-people-have-homes-without-beds/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/its-dire-some-people-have-homes-without-beds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which Premier League players are out of contract this summer?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With a World Cup summer fast approaching, BBC Sport looks at which Premier League stars may be looking for new clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/which-premier-league-players-are-out-of-contract-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/which-premier-league-players-are-out-of-contract-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why stakes are so high in England's hottest title race]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport explores the hottest title race in English football, and examines why the consequences are so big for the teams involved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-stakes-are-so-high-in-englands-hottest-title-race/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-stakes-are-so-high-in-englands-hottest-title-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ten moments in Salford's history as city turns 100]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celebrating key events in Salford 100 years on from being granted city status.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ten-moments-in-salfords-history-as-city-turns-100/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ten-moments-in-salfords-history-as-city-turns-100/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can peace break out in Oldham's 'divisive' politics?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Candidates are vying to bring an end to a fractured political scene in the borough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/can-peace-break-out-in-oldhams-divisive-politics/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/can-peace-break-out-in-oldhams-divisive-politics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cumbrian district has highest suicide rate in north-west - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cumbrian district has highest suicide rate in north-west&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cumbrian-district-has-highest-suicide-rate-in-north-west-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cumbrian-district-has-highest-suicide-rate-in-north-west-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firearms PC 'terrified' in airport attack, court told]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two brothers are on trial accused of assaulting a police officer at Manchester Airport in July 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/firearms-pc-terrified-in-airport-attack-court-told/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/firearms-pc-terrified-in-airport-attack-court-told/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK PM seeks to deflect blame over Mandelson appointment - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK PM seeks to deflect blame over Mandelson appointment&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-pm-seeks-to-deflect-blame-over-mandelson-appointment-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-pm-seeks-to-deflect-blame-over-mandelson-appointment-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Attempted murder charge after car hits pedestrians]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 30-year-old woman is in a critical condition following the incident on Sunday morning in Soho.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/attempted-murder-charge-after-car-hits-pedestrians/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/attempted-murder-charge-after-car-hits-pedestrians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cashier stole from vulnerable customers to fund trips to Paris, Tuscany and Dubai]]></title><description><![CDATA[Facebook posts showed Kelly Kershaw skiing and sailing, as well as taking numerous trips abroad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cashier-stole-from-vulnerable-customers-to-fund-trips-to-paris-tuscany-and-dubai/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cashier-stole-from-vulnerable-customers-to-fund-trips-to-paris-tuscany-and-dubai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Kay to play four shows for hometown fans only]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kay is restricting the charity shows to people with a Bolton postmark]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/peter-kay-to-play-four-shows-for-hometown-fans-only/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/peter-kay-to-play-four-shows-for-hometown-fans-only/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman's sari marathon record 'inspires others to run']]></title><description><![CDATA[Madhusmita Jena, 46, set a new Guinness World Record at the Manchester Marathon on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/womans-sari-marathon-record-inspires-others-to-run/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/womans-sari-marathon-record-inspires-others-to-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jennings leads Lancashire to victory over Gloucs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Opener Keaton Jennings makes 78 not out as Lancashire go top of Division Two with a four-wicket win at Gloucestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jennings-leads-lancashire-to-victory-over-gloucs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jennings-leads-lancashire-to-victory-over-gloucs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should Gabriel have been sent off for Haaland clash?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabriel pushed his head towards Erling Haaland's face yet escaped with only a booking. Why did the VAR not intervene for a red card?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/should-gabriel-have-been-sent-off-for-haaland-clash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/should-gabriel-have-been-sent-off-for-haaland-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Landlord suddenly forced us out - and now we can't go back']]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents of one of the Seven Sisters tower blocks in Rochdale are told they cannot return.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/landlord-suddenly-forced-us-out-and-now-we-cant-go-back/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/landlord-suddenly-forced-us-out-and-now-we-cant-go-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman arrested after 14-week-old baby girl dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The baby was found at a home in Reddish, Stockport, but later died in hospital, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-arrested-after-14-week-old-baby-girl-dies/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-arrested-after-14-week-old-baby-girl-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK police arrest seven over 'mass shoplifting campaign' - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK police arrest seven over 'mass shoplifting campaign'&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-police-arrest-seven-over-mass-shoplifting-campaign-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-police-arrest-seven-over-mass-shoplifting-campaign-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['By chance or choice, they have clicked' - why Man City will be champions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy explains why he thinks Manchester City will beat Arsenal to the Premier League title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/by-chance-or-choice-they-have-clicked-why-man-city-will-be-champions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/by-chance-or-choice-they-have-clicked-why-man-city-will-be-champions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Man City now title favourites after win over Arsenal?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland's winning goal, the explosion of noise, the reaction at full-time - are Man City now favourites to win the Premier League title?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/are-man-city-now-title-favourites-after-win-over-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/are-man-city-now-title-favourites-after-win-over-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knight and Gibson steer Somerset to win at Lancs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Half-centuries from Heather Knight and Dani Gibson help Somerset beat Lancashire by four wickets at Southport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/knight-and-gibson-steer-somerset-to-win-at-lancs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/knight-and-gibson-steer-somerset-to-win-at-lancs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caluori-led rampant Saracens annihilate sorry Sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens score 13 tries to annihilate Sale Sharks in the Prem, with winger Noah Caluori grabbing five of his own.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/caluori-led-rampant-saracens-annihilate-sorry-sale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/caluori-led-rampant-saracens-annihilate-sorry-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford stun Wigan to move off bottom of table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Castleford lift themselves off the bottom of Super League in style as they put in one of the performances of the season to beat Wigan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/castleford-stun-wigan-to-move-off-bottom-of-table/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/castleford-stun-wigan-to-move-off-bottom-of-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK police probe arson attacks on Jewish targets - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK police probe arson attacks on Jewish targets&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-police-probe-arson-attacks-on-jewish-targets-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-police-probe-arson-attacks-on-jewish-targets-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Low awareness among young people ahead of Senedd election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five years after giving 16 and 17-year-olds the vote, youth engagement in politics remains low.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/low-awareness-among-young-people-ahead-of-senedd-election/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/low-awareness-among-young-people-ahead-of-senedd-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It would break my heart' - wind farm plans leave people divided]]></title><description><![CDATA[People have contacted BBC Your Voice about plans for onshore wind farms across Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/it-would-break-my-heart-wind-farm-plans-leave-people-divided/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/it-would-break-my-heart-wind-farm-plans-leave-people-divided/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick silences doubters as Man Utd close on Champions League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United beat Chelsea to move closer to a Champions League return and silence the growing Michael Carrick doubters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-silences-doubters-as-man-utd-close-on-champions-league/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 01:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-silences-doubters-as-man-utd-close-on-champions-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Items found near Israeli embassy in UK 'non-hazardous' - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Items found near Israeli embassy in UK 'non-hazardous'&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/items-found-near-israeli-embassy-in-uk-non-hazardous-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/items-found-near-israeli-embassy-in-uk-non-hazardous-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodd hat-trick for Dragons sinks Warrington]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lewis Dodd scores the first hat-trick of his career as scintillating Catalans Dragons beat Warrington Wolves to stop them going back to the top of Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dodd-hat-trick-for-dragons-sinks-warrington/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dodd-hat-trick-for-dragons-sinks-warrington/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds at Britain First demo and counter demo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police make arrests and tram services are disrupted as Britain First protesters and counter protesters gather.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hundreds-at-britain-first-demo-and-counter-demo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hundreds-at-britain-first-demo-and-counter-demo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tony Wilson: 'The man who put Manchester on the map']]></title><description><![CDATA[Tony Wilson, a cultural icon for Manchester, is shown in a never-before-seen photo collection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tony-wilson-the-man-who-put-manchester-on-the-map/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tony-wilson-the-man-who-put-manchester-on-the-map/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I want to set record for marathon run in a sari']]></title><description><![CDATA[Mother-of-two Madhusmita Jena, 46, is preparing to run the Manchester Marathon in a sari.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-want-to-set-record-for-marathon-run-in-a-sari/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-want-to-set-record-for-marathon-run-in-a-sari/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV stars renovating Welsh chapel into dream home 'here for good']]></title><description><![CDATA[Keith Brymer Jones and Marj Hogarth are on a quest to transform a 163-year-old chapel in north Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tv-stars-renovating-welsh-chapel-into-dream-home-here-for-good/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tv-stars-renovating-welsh-chapel-into-dream-home-here-for-good/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fears over rogue parking by sunrise-chasers at national park after overnight ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Authorities in Eryri want to crackdown on anti-social behaviour, but there are concerns people would park on local roads.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fears-over-rogue-parking-by-sunrise-chasers-at-national-park-after-overnight-ban/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fears-over-rogue-parking-by-sunrise-chasers-at-national-park-after-overnight-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leigh claim first away win of season at York]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leigh Leopards' attack proves too strong for York Knights as they win 18-6 to claim their first away victory of the Super League season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leigh-claim-first-away-win-of-season-at-york/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leigh-claim-first-away-win-of-season-at-york/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick leaves door open for Rashford return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Carrick says there has been no decision made on the Manchester United future of Marcus Rashford, who has spent the season on loan at Barcelona.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-leaves-door-open-for-rashford-return/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-leaves-door-open-for-rashford-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea midfielder Palmer denies Man Utd links]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer says he has "no plans" to leave the club amid links to Manchester United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chelsea-midfielder-palmer-denies-man-utd-links/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chelsea-midfielder-palmer-denies-man-utd-links/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancs confused by 'bizarre' injury replacement call]]></title><description><![CDATA[The County Championship's player substitution rules are questioned again after Lancashire are denied their request for Tom Bailey to replace Ajeet Singh Dale.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-confused-by-bizarre-injury-replacement-call/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-confused-by-bizarre-injury-replacement-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK PM pleads ignorance over Mandelson, won't resign - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK PM pleads ignorance over Mandelson, won't resign&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-pm-pleads-ignorance-over-mandelson-wont-resign-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-pm-pleads-ignorance-over-mandelson-wont-resign-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man wrongfully served 17 years for rape. Now another man has been convicted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malkinson had his rape conviction quashed in 2023 after fresh DNA analysis linked a new suspect to the offence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/a-man-wrongfully-served-17-years-for-rape-now-another-man-has-been-convicted/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/a-man-wrongfully-served-17-years-for-rape-now-another-man-has-been-convicted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancashire start well at rain-hit Bristol]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire reduce Gloucestershire to 124-6 on day one of their County Championship match before rain ends play early.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancashire-start-well-at-rain-hit-bristol/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancashire-start-well-at-rain-hit-bristol/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['XL bully killed my dad but owner hasn't apologised']]></title><description><![CDATA[The daughter of a man who was mauled by a dog says the family have lived through a "nightmare".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/xl-bully-killed-my-dad-but-owner-hasnt-apologised/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/xl-bully-killed-my-dad-but-owner-hasnt-apologised/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull FC appoint McNamara as Cartwright leaves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull FC agree a deal with Warrington Wolves to appoint Steve McNamara as their head coach from next season, as John Cartwright leaves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-fc-appoint-mcnamara-as-cartwright-leaves/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-fc-appoint-mcnamara-as-cartwright-leaves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardiola says he enjoys watching Arsenal play]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he enjoys watching Arsenal play as he can "learn a lot" from them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiola-says-he-enjoys-watching-arsenal-play/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiola-says-he-enjoys-watching-arsenal-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter Andy Kershaw dies aged 66]]></title><description><![CDATA[The broadcaster was known for his eclectic taste and for helping champion world music on BBC Radio 1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/former-radio-1-dj-and-live-aid-presenter-andy-kershaw-dies-aged-66/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/former-radio-1-dj-and-live-aid-presenter-andy-kershaw-dies-aged-66/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail chaos continues after overhead line damage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Network Rail warns of more cancellations because "complex repairs" are taking longer than expected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rail-chaos-continues-after-overhead-line-damage/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rail-chaos-continues-after-overhead-line-damage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which roads close for the Manchester Marathon?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Radio Manchester's Elle Percival breaks down the road closures to expect this weekend]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/which-roads-close-for-the-manchester-marathon/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/which-roads-close-for-the-manchester-marathon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Closures on M6, M60 and M62 on busy marathon weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roads around Greater Manchester are to shut overnight for a series of planned works.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/closures-on-m6-m60-and-m62-on-busy-marathon-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/closures-on-m6-m60-and-m62-on-busy-marathon-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars seized on UK roads, with Manchester in top 10 hotspot areas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seizure numbers hit a 17-year high as an estimated 300,000 uninsured vehicles are driven each day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nearly-160000-uninsured-cars-seized-on-uk-roads-with-manchester-in-top-10-hotspot-areas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nearly-160000-uninsured-cars-seized-on-uk-roads-with-manchester-in-top-10-hotspot-areas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nobody says who called first, but Arteta and Guardiola speak again - Balague]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Manchester City prepare to host Arsenal in Sunday's crucial Premier League meeting between the top two, European football expert Guillem Balague looks at how the two managers have evolved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nobody-says-who-called-first-but-arteta-and-guardiola-speak-again-balague/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nobody-says-who-called-first-but-arteta-and-guardiola-speak-again-balague/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PC's 'vision went blurred' in alleged airport attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two brothers are on trial accused of assaulting a police officer at Manchester Airport in July 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pcs-vision-went-blurred-in-alleged-airport-attack/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pcs-vision-went-blurred-in-alleged-airport-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rising value of Pokémon cards sparks smash and grab crime spree]]></title><description><![CDATA[Small shops across the UK are being targeted by thieves stealing collectibles worth thousands of pounds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rising-value-of-pokmon-cards-sparks-smash-and-grab-crime-spree/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rising-value-of-pokmon-cards-sparks-smash-and-grab-crime-spree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dead mum kept in freezer and more time needed to finish pier]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dead-mum-kept-in-freezer-and-more-time-needed-to-finish-pier/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dead-mum-kept-in-freezer-and-more-time-needed-to-finish-pier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with ABH after football match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Taylor will appear in court on 11 May say North Wales Police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-with-abh-after-football-match/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-with-abh-after-football-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snooker world turns out to remember John Virgo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Snooker stars and fans gathered at Sheffield Cathedral to pay tribute to the voice of the sport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/snooker-world-turns-out-to-remember-john-virgo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/snooker-world-turns-out-to-remember-john-virgo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Take responsibility': UK berates social media firms - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA['Take responsibility': UK berates social media firms&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/take-responsibility-uk-berates-social-media-firms-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/take-responsibility-uk-berates-social-media-firms-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West NHS launches spring Covid vaccination programme - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West NHS launches spring Covid vaccination programme&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-nhs-launches-spring-covid-vaccination-programme-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-nhs-launches-spring-covid-vaccination-programme-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A simple guide to every new constituency in Wales - and all the election candidates]]></title><description><![CDATA[How we vote is changing Wales - here's what you need to know about the new Senedd constituencies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/a-simple-guide-to-every-new-constituency-in-wales-and-all-the-election-candidates/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/a-simple-guide-to-every-new-constituency-in-wales-and-all-the-election-candidates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moment Rightmove burglary gang arrested in their beds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives release footage of the moment a burglary crime gang is arrested by police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/moment-rightmove-burglary-gang-arrested-in-their-beds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/moment-rightmove-burglary-gang-arrested-in-their-beds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cost of kinship care pushed grandma 'to the brink']]></title><description><![CDATA[Maura Jackson will receive a share of government funding to help her support her two granchildren.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cost-of-kinship-care-pushed-grandma-to-the-brink/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cost-of-kinship-care-pushed-grandma-to-the-brink/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Incredible response' to appeal to trace North West soldiers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Campaigners at a World War Two cemetery have success after an appeal to find missing photographs of soldiers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/incredible-response-to-appeal-to-trace-north-west-soldiers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/incredible-response-to-appeal-to-trace-north-west-soldiers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horse trainer jailed and teen left boy fighting for life]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/horse-trainer-jailed-and-teen-left-boy-fighting-for-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/horse-trainer-jailed-and-teen-left-boy-fighting-for-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I've given up trying': Is it getting harder to see a GP?]]></title><description><![CDATA[One man who gave up trying to get an appointment with his GP was diagnosed with bowel cancer after he went private.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ive-given-up-trying-is-it-getting-harder-to-see-a-gp/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ive-given-up-trying-is-it-getting-harder-to-see-a-gp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man and woman injured after car crashes into gym]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man and woman were taken to hospital following the incident at JD Gym in Bury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-and-woman-injured-after-car-crashes-into-gym/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-and-woman-injured-after-car-crashes-into-gym/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester Airport-accused 'headbutted man in Starbucks']]></title><description><![CDATA[Two brothers from Rochdale deny assaulting an armed police officer at Manchester Airport in July 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-airport-accused-headbutted-man-in-starbucks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-airport-accused-headbutted-man-in-starbucks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much is council tax and what does it pay for?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council tax bills will go up across England, Wales and Scotland from 1 April 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-much-is-council-tax-and-what-does-it-pay-for/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-much-is-council-tax-and-what-does-it-pay-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Primark trainer print crucial to ending £1m burglary spree]]></title><description><![CDATA[The men looked at Rightmove floorplans and used Google to identify properties to target.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/primark-trainer-print-crucial-to-ending-1m-burglary-spree/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/primark-trainer-print-crucial-to-ending-1m-burglary-spree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair']]></title><description><![CDATA[Maddie Haining, 18, says she was told she was a safety risk and escorted out of a Manchester nightspot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-was-kicked-out-of-bar-because-of-my-wheelchair/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-was-kicked-out-of-bar-because-of-my-wheelchair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burglars who used Rightmove to plan raids jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The gang gloated about their crimes while two of them referred to themselves as Bonnie and Clyde.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/burglars-who-used-rightmove-to-plan-raids-jailed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/burglars-who-used-rightmove-to-plan-raids-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 100 memorial plaques stolen from crematorium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Staff discover more than 100 memorial plaques missing from a Greater Manchester crematorium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/over-100-memorial-plaques-stolen-from-crematorium/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/over-100-memorial-plaques-stolen-from-crematorium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oasis and New Order enter Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sade, Phil Collins, Billy Idol and Joy Division/New Order are also among the recipients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oasis-and-new-order-enter-rock-amp-roll-hall-of-fame/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oasis-and-new-order-enter-rock-amp-roll-hall-of-fame/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neville's Overlap buys Goldbridge's YouTube channels]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gary Neville's The Overlap buys Manchester United influencer Mark Goldbridge's YouTube channels.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nevilles-overlap-buys-goldbridges-youtube-channels/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nevilles-overlap-buys-goldbridges-youtube-channels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drugs and violence persist at jail, says damning report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drugs flown in by drones and violence against prisoners and staff at HMP Manchester are highlighted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drugs-and-violence-persist-at-jail-says-damning-report/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drugs-and-violence-persist-at-jail-says-damning-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Shock' as car rolls down hill into road]]></title><description><![CDATA[The car was caught on CCTV falling down a grass verge and on to the main road, before driving off.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/shock-as-car-rolls-down-hill-into-road/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/shock-as-car-rolls-down-hill-into-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New One Born Every Minute series to film in Manchester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Filming for the award-winning documentary series will begin later this year, producers at E4 say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-one-born-every-minute-series-to-film-in-manchester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-one-born-every-minute-series-to-film-in-manchester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeers and defensive crisis - Carrick facing first big Man Utd test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has problems to solve before his side's crucial trip to Chelsea on Saturday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jeers-and-defensive-crisis-carrick-facing-first-big-man-utd-test/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jeers-and-defensive-crisis-carrick-facing-first-big-man-utd-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neighbour rows over noisy children and bins a drain on resources, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police in Flintshire say many antisocial behaviour calls they receive relate to neighbour disputes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/neighbour-rows-over-noisy-children-and-bins-a-drain-on-resources-police-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/neighbour-rows-over-noisy-children-and-bins-a-drain-on-resources-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick says Martinez hair-pull red card 'one of worst decisions I've seen']]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez is sent off after 56 minutes for pulling the hair of Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin at Old Trafford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-says-martinez-hair-pull-red-card-one-of-worst-decisions-ive-seen/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-says-martinez-hair-pull-red-card-one-of-worst-decisions-ive-seen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rhys Ifans backs film project about 1990s bands]]></title><description><![CDATA[He will be on a panel at a screening of footage of Welsh bands at a British Film Institute festival.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rhys-ifans-backs-film-project-about-1990s-bands/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rhys-ifans-backs-film-project-about-1990s-bands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green light to build nuclear power station that promises 8,000 jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rolls-Royce has said the project will create 8,000 jobs across Britain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/green-light-to-build-nuclear-power-station-that-promises-8000-jobs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/green-light-to-build-nuclear-power-station-that-promises-8000-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West Cacao Brand Builds UK Growth with Founders Based 5,000 Miles Apart - Business Up North]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West Cacao Brand Builds UK Growth with Founders Based 5,000 Miles Apart&nbsp;&nbsp;Business Up North]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-cacao-brand-builds-uk-growth-with-founders-based-5000-miles-apart-business-up-north/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-cacao-brand-builds-uk-growth-with-founders-based-5000-miles-apart-business-up-north/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deloitte adds partner to North West infrastructure team in UK - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deloitte adds partner to North West infrastructure team in UK&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/deloitte-adds-partner-to-north-west-infrastructure-team-in-uk-msn/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/deloitte-adds-partner-to-north-west-infrastructure-team-in-uk-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for extra accommodation for older people at Menai Bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[The plans are set to meet a "significant and growing demand" for accommodation for older people.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plans-for-extra-accommodation-for-older-people-at-menai-bridge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plans-for-extra-accommodation-for-older-people-at-menai-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Criminal damage sees police given extra powers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The order is in place in part of Failsworth, Oldham, until 07:00 BST on Sunday, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/criminal-damage-sees-police-given-extra-powers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/criminal-damage-sees-police-given-extra-powers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington secure semi-final spot by beating Leigh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves come from behind to beat Leigh Leopards and secure their place in the Challenge Cup semi-final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-secure-semi-final-spot-by-beating-leigh/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-secure-semi-final-spot-by-beating-leigh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's One-Day Cup: Fine start for champions Lancs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reigning champions Lancashire begin their defence of the Women's One-Day Cup with a resounding 149-run victory at Durham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/womens-one-day-cup-fine-start-for-champions-lancs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/womens-one-day-cup-fine-start-for-champions-lancs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derbyshire captain Came leads response v Lancashire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Derbyshire skipper Harry Came hits 83 to help his side reply strongly to Lancashire's 351 on a rain-shortened second day of the Rothesay County Championship match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/derbyshire-captain-came-leads-response-v-lancashire/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/derbyshire-captain-came-leads-response-v-lancashire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wilshere eyes first trophy in battle of Hatters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luton Town boss Jack Wilshere faces Stockport County boss and Wembley regular Dave Challinor in Sunday's EFL Trophy final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wilshere-eyes-first-trophy-in-battle-of-hatters/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wilshere-eyes-first-trophy-in-battle-of-hatters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West grabs spotlight at Coachella amid Kanye West’s UK ban drama - hungamaexpress.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West grabs spotlight at Coachella amid Kanye West&rsquo;s UK ban drama&nbsp;&nbsp;hungamaexpress.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-grabs-spotlight-at-coachella-amid-kanye-wests-uk-ban-drama-hungamaexpresscom/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-grabs-spotlight-at-coachella-amid-kanye-wests-uk-ban-drama-hungamaexpresscom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I shed my dad bod - but a health company stole my photos to promote its business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sion documented his weight loss journey online and was shocked to find a company was using his photos.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-shed-my-dad-bod-but-a-health-company-stole-my-photos-to-promote-its-business/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-shed-my-dad-bod-but-a-health-company-stole-my-photos-to-promote-its-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apartment block hit with near week-long power cut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents of a luxury high rise building say they will not get any power until Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/apartment-block-hit-with-near-week-long-power-cut/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/apartment-block-hit-with-near-week-long-power-cut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I felt angry after Parkinson's diagnosis at 50']]></title><description><![CDATA[Alison Butt says finding a Parkinson's support group has helped her accept her diagnosis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-felt-angry-after-parkinsons-diagnosis-at-50/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-felt-angry-after-parkinsons-diagnosis-at-50/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How 'sexual predator' groomed girl, 14, he met on Roblox]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carlo Tritta, 19, is jailed after admitting grooming the teenager who he first met on Roblox.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-sexual-predator-groomed-girl-14-he-met-on-roblox/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-sexual-predator-groomed-girl-14-he-met-on-roblox/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Killer who lied over stabbing ex-partner jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aurin Makepeace is sentenced to life in jail with a 27-year minimum term for Steven Rothwell's murder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/killer-who-lied-over-stabbing-ex-partner-jailed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/killer-who-lied-over-stabbing-ex-partner-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town centre CCTV monitoring funded by PCC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live monitoring of CCTV in Warrrington will now continue for an additional six months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/town-centre-cctv-monitoring-funded-by-pcc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/town-centre-cctv-monitoring-funded-by-pcc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who can I vote for in my area?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elections are taking place across the country in May. Use our postcode lookup to find out if there are elections where you live and who you can vote for.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/who-can-i-vote-for-in-my-area/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/who-can-i-vote-for-in-my-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['There was no warning before branch killed my wife']]></title><description><![CDATA[An inquest into the death of Jen Higgins hears the branch that killed her was attached to a rotting tree.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/there-was-no-warning-before-branch-killed-my-wife/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/there-was-no-warning-before-branch-killed-my-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young driver died in head-on crash, inquest told]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elis Ogilvy-Bardsley sustained severe injuries in the crash in March and died at the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/young-driver-died-in-head-on-crash-inquest-told/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/young-driver-died-in-head-on-crash-inquest-told/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extra £5m pledged for patrolling places of worship]]></title><description><![CDATA[The extra funding is for police in London and Manchester to protect religious sites from hate crime.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/extra-5m-pledged-for-patrolling-places-of-worship/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/extra-5m-pledged-for-patrolling-places-of-worship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most spotted birds in your local area - and how to help them]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Big Garden Birdwatch reveals which UK species are most commonly spotted, with some in decline.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-most-spotted-birds-in-your-local-area-and-how-to-help-them/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-most-spotted-birds-in-your-local-area-and-how-to-help-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester Village Pride signs deal to guarantee pay]]></title><description><![CDATA[The agreement with the new festival comes after dozens of performers were left unpaid last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-village-pride-signs-deal-to-guarantee-pay/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-village-pride-signs-deal-to-guarantee-pay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amputee finishes bus pass challenge despite burglary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barry Mackleston travels the length of the UK on public buses to raise money for his local rugby club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amputee-finishes-bus-pass-challenge-despite-burglary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amputee-finishes-bus-pass-challenge-despite-burglary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters to wear bodycams in transparency push]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rollout comes in response to the findings of the 2017 Manchester Arena Attack inquiry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/firefighters-to-wear-bodycams-in-transparency-push/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/firefighters-to-wear-bodycams-in-transparency-push/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eurovision Song Contest U.K. Production Base Moves North West to Salford - IMDb]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eurovision Song Contest U.K. Production Base Moves North West to Salford&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/eurovision-song-contest-uk-production-base-moves-north-west-to-salford-imdb/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/eurovision-song-contest-uk-production-base-moves-north-west-to-salford-imdb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My daughter, 14, was groomed after meeting man on Roblox']]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim's mother was "shocked, bewildered and angry" after finding messages from Carlo Tritta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-daughter-14-was-groomed-after-meeting-man-on-roblox/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-daughter-14-was-groomed-after-meeting-man-on-roblox/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West breaks into UK hotel top ten as appetite grows in Manchester and Liverpool - Insider Media Ltd]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West breaks into UK hotel top ten as appetite grows in Manchester and Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;Insider Media Ltd]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-breaks-into-uk-hotel-top-ten-as-appetite-grows-in-manchester-and-liverpool-insider-media-ltd/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-breaks-into-uk-hotel-top-ten-as-appetite-grows-in-manchester-and-liverpool-insider-media-ltd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deloitte adds partner to North West infrastructure team in UK - International Accounting Bulletin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deloitte adds partner to North West infrastructure team in UK&nbsp;&nbsp;International Accounting Bulletin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/deloitte-adds-partner-to-north-west-infrastructure-team-in-uk-international-accounting-bulletin/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/deloitte-adds-partner-to-north-west-infrastructure-team-in-uk-international-accounting-bulletin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JOB VACANCY: NORTH-WEST ALUMINIUM WANT INTERNAL SALES MANAGER FOR UK - Donegal Daily]]></title><description><![CDATA[JOB VACANCY: NORTH-WEST ALUMINIUM WANT INTERNAL SALES MANAGER FOR UK&nbsp;&nbsp;Donegal Daily]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/job-vacancy-north-west-aluminium-want-internal-sales-manager-for-uk-donegal-daily/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/job-vacancy-north-west-aluminium-want-internal-sales-manager-for-uk-donegal-daily/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cannabis farm discovered in stately home which once hosted the King]]></title><description><![CDATA[The now-empty mansion once hosted the Prince of Wales' investiture ball.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cannabis-farm-discovered-in-stately-home-which-once-hosted-the-king/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cannabis-farm-discovered-in-stately-home-which-once-hosted-the-king/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concerns over 'nurse' claims after Steve Bruce grandson death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Bruce's grandson died after being placed on his front by an agency worker described as a "nurse".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/concerns-over-nurse-claims-after-steve-bruce-grandson-death/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/concerns-over-nurse-claims-after-steve-bruce-grandson-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorway 'incident' causes rush-hour delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[The anti-clockwise M60 is closed between junctions 11 and 12, with five-mile tailbacks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/motorway-incident-causes-rush-hour-delays/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/motorway-incident-causes-rush-hour-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington back-rower Currie extends contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves back-rower Ben Currie extends his contract through to the end of 2028.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-back-rower-currie-extends-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-back-rower-currie-extends-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's Starmer going to Gulf to discuss reopening strait - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's Starmer going to Gulf to discuss reopening strait&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-starmer-going-to-gulf-to-discuss-reopening-strait-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-starmer-going-to-gulf-to-discuss-reopening-strait-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our bungalow caught fire from an e-bike battery']]></title><description><![CDATA[Christine and Neil Clayton want to warn others about the dangers posed by e-bike battery fires.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/our-bungalow-caught-fire-from-an-e-bike-battery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/our-bungalow-caught-fire-from-an-e-bike-battery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Landslide hits beach and visitors told to stay away]]></title><description><![CDATA[The area has been hit by a number of landslides over the past few years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/landslide-hits-beach-and-visitors-told-to-stay-away/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/landslide-hits-beach-and-visitors-told-to-stay-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale hooker Jibulu gets six-week ban for biting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks hooker Nathan Jibulu is banned for six weeks after admitting biting Harlequins prop Will Hobson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-hooker-jibulu-gets-six-week-ban-for-biting/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-hooker-jibulu-gets-six-week-ban-for-biting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Challinor warns Stockport over mistakes pre final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stockport County boss Dave Challinor says his side cannot afford to make "stupid mistakes" ahead of Sunday's EFL Trophy final at Wembley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/challinor-warns-stockport-over-mistakes-pre-final/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/challinor-warns-stockport-over-mistakes-pre-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amad backs Carrick for Manchester United job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United winger Amad Diallo backs interim boss Michael Carrick to become the club's permanent manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amad-backs-carrick-for-manchester-united-job/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amad-backs-carrick-for-manchester-united-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resident doctors on strike for six days]]></title><description><![CDATA[Resident doctors have begun a six day walk-out in dispute over pay and job opportunities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/resident-doctors-on-strike-for-six-days/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/resident-doctors-on-strike-for-six-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-footballer Barton denies attack at golf club]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ex-Manchester City, Newcastle United, QPR,Burnley and Rangers player is accused of assault.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ex-footballer-barton-denies-attack-at-golf-club/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ex-footballer-barton-denies-attack-at-golf-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West breaks into UK hotel top ten as Liverpool and Manchester surge - TheBusinessDesk.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West breaks into UK hotel top ten as Liverpool and Manchester surge&nbsp;&nbsp;TheBusinessDesk.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-breaks-into-uk-hotel-top-ten-as-liverpool-and-manchester-surge-thebusinessdeskcom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-breaks-into-uk-hotel-top-ten-as-liverpool-and-manchester-surge-thebusinessdeskcom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maguire's new deal underlines revival under Carrick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former captain Harry Maguire signs a new one-year contract with Manchester United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/maguires-new-deal-underlines-revival-under-carrick/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/maguires-new-deal-underlines-revival-under-carrick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I may never be allowed home after burst pipe']]></title><description><![CDATA[Malcolm Atkinson fears he will be unable to return to his flat in a social housing block in Rochdale.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-may-never-be-allowed-home-after-burst-pipe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-may-never-be-allowed-home-after-burst-pipe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kanye offers to see Jewish community before UK festival - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kanye offers to see Jewish community before UK festival&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/kanye-offers-to-see-jewish-community-before-uk-festival-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/kanye-offers-to-see-jewish-community-before-uk-festival-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawes 'out of England retirement' and joining Sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain Courtney Lawes says he is "officially un-retiring from international duty" after signing for Sale for 2026-27.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lawes-out-of-england-retirement-and-joining-sale/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lawes-out-of-england-retirement-and-joining-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Footage released of major North West railway upgrades this Easter - railuk.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Footage released of major North West railway upgrades this Easter&nbsp;&nbsp;railuk.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/footage-released-of-major-north-west-railway-upgrades-this-easter-railukcom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/footage-released-of-major-north-west-railway-upgrades-this-easter-railukcom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New youth clubs for anti-social behaviour hotspots]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government has announced eight young futures hubs in areas with high anti-social behaviour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-youth-clubs-for-anti-social-behaviour-hotspots/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-youth-clubs-for-anti-social-behaviour-hotspots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrong depth of graves claims 'likely to be true']]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillors hear one grave was exhumed after it was found to have not been dug to the correct depth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wrong-depth-of-graves-claims-likely-to-be-true/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wrong-depth-of-graves-claims-likely-to-be-true/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Manchester considered England's second city?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The question over the unofficial title has fiercely divided the Brummies and Mancunians for decades.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-manchester-considered-englands-second-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-manchester-considered-englands-second-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TikTokers' dream dance with Aitch at the MOBOs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Manchester dancers say they contacted Aitch when they were just 14, six years before the MOBOs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tiktokers-dream-dance-with-aitch-at-the-mobos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tiktokers-dream-dance-with-aitch-at-the-mobos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could saunas become the 'new pub' when it comes to socialising?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales' picturesque landscape lends itself to sauna use, in a similar way to Finland, a business owner said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/could-saunas-become-the-new-pub-when-it-comes-to-socialising/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/could-saunas-become-the-new-pub-when-it-comes-to-socialising/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great Sankey business hosts veterans breakfast in north west - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Great Sankey business hosts veterans breakfast in north west&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/great-sankey-business-hosts-veterans-breakfast-in-north-west-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/great-sankey-business-hosts-veterans-breakfast-in-north-west-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Calls for Keir Starmer to ban Kanye West from UK over Wireless Festival slot - North Somerset Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Calls for Keir Starmer to ban Kanye West from UK over Wireless Festival slot&nbsp;&nbsp;North Somerset Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/calls-for-keir-starmer-to-ban-kanye-west-from-uk-over-wireless-festival-slot-north-somerset-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/calls-for-keir-starmer-to-ban-kanye-west-from-uk-over-wireless-festival-slot-north-somerset-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southport Flower Show announces Ramsay Health Care UK’s North West Hospitals as headline sponsor - Stand Up For Southport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southport Flower Show announces Ramsay Health Care UK&rsquo;s North West Hospitals as headline sponsor&nbsp;&nbsp;Stand Up For Southport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/southport-flower-show-announces-ramsay-health-care-uks-north-west-hospitals-as-headline-sponsor-stand-up-for-southport/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/southport-flower-show-announces-ramsay-health-care-uks-north-west-hospitals-as-headline-sponsor-stand-up-for-southport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Voiceless one' heard by millions as lost 90s track gets second life]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first single of Manx band Harvey has been featured on a Disney+ show, 30 years after it was recorded]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/voiceless-one-heard-by-millions-as-lost-90s-track-gets-second-life/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/voiceless-one-heard-by-millions-as-lost-90s-track-gets-second-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children 'heartbroken' after dance school destroyed by fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dance teacher Liv Flanagan, 29, says her students have lost their happy place after studio fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/children-heartbroken-after-dance-school-destroyed-by-fire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/children-heartbroken-after-dance-school-destroyed-by-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Medical cannabis cost my brother everything']]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexander Robinson has launched a campaign in his brother Oliver's name after he took his own life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/medical-cannabis-cost-my-brother-everything/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/medical-cannabis-cost-my-brother-everything/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm Dave brings record 90mph winds and leaves thousands without power]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gusts of wind of up to 93mph have been recorded in Dyffryn Mymbyr near Capel Curig in north Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/storm-dave-brings-record-90mph-winds-and-leaves-thousands-without-power/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/storm-dave-brings-record-90mph-winds-and-leaves-thousands-without-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is taking your cat for a walk good for them or just good for TikTok?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owners say they train their cats to walk on a lead because letting them outside alone is dangerous.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-taking-your-cat-for-a-walk-good-for-them-or-just-good-for-tiktok/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-taking-your-cat-for-a-walk-good-for-them-or-just-good-for-tiktok/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is taking cats for a walk good for them or just good for TikTok?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owners say they train their cats to walk on a lead because letting them outside alone is dangerous.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-taking-cats-for-a-walk-good-for-them-or-just-good-for-tiktok/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-taking-cats-for-a-walk-good-for-them-or-just-good-for-tiktok/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale hold off Quins comeback to reach last eight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks hold off a second-half comeback from Harlequins to progress to the Champions Cup quarter-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-hold-off-quins-comeback-to-reach-last-eight/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-hold-off-quins-comeback-to-reach-last-eight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anderson bags five as Lancs on top at Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Lancashire red-ball captain Jimmy Anderson takes 5-64 to put his side on top at halfway at Northamptonshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anderson-bags-five-as-lancs-on-top-at-northants/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anderson-bags-five-as-lancs-on-top-at-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland's 'old-school' lesson for Liverpool as FA Cup record falls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have beaten Arsenal and taken apart Liverpool in their past two games and Erling Haaland's return to goalscoring form has laid down the gauntlet for the run-in.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/haalands-old-school-lesson-for-liverpool-as-fa-cup-record-falls/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/haalands-old-school-lesson-for-liverpool-as-fa-cup-record-falls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington thrash Leigh to go top of Super League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves move to the top of the Super League with a dominant 42-6 win over Leigh Leopards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-thrash-leigh-to-go-top-of-super-league/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-thrash-leigh-to-go-top-of-super-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children's care firm remains suspended after death]]></title><description><![CDATA[A tribunal judgement says the company should stay closed while investigations are ongoing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/childrens-care-firm-remains-suspended-after-death/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/childrens-care-firm-remains-suspended-after-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Union questions school watchdogs cost and outcry over rubbish pile-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/union-questions-school-watchdogs-cost-and-outcry-over-rubbish-pile-up/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/union-questions-school-watchdogs-cost-and-outcry-over-rubbish-pile-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World's only full-scale Jaws boat replica to open]]></title><description><![CDATA[The vessel took two years to build and will be filled with replica props from Steven Spielberg&rsquo;s 1975 classic film.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/worlds-only-full-scale-jaws-boat-replica-to-open/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/worlds-only-full-scale-jaws-boat-replica-to-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents warned of 'Rochdale's Chernobyl' dangers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owners of a site which once housed the world's biggest asbestos factory warn of dangerous fibres.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/parents-warned-of-rochdales-chernobyl-dangers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/parents-warned-of-rochdales-chernobyl-dangers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK charges three men over attack on Jewish ambulances - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK charges three men over attack on Jewish ambulances&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-charges-three-men-over-attack-on-jewish-ambulances-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-charges-three-men-over-attack-on-jewish-ambulances-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Easter holiday events guide for the north-west of England]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is a wide range of free activities for families across the region during the school holidays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/your-easter-holiday-events-guide-for-the-north-west-of-england/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/your-easter-holiday-events-guide-for-the-north-west-of-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bus or Lime bike? New subscription heats up the race for a cheaper commute]]></title><description><![CDATA[How we travel to work in cities might be changing as e-scooter and e-bike fares become cheaper than traditional public transport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bus-or-lime-bike-new-subscription-heats-up-the-race-for-a-cheaper-commute/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bus-or-lime-bike-new-subscription-heats-up-the-race-for-a-cheaper-commute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Visitors flock to Shaun the Sheep trail in Bury]]></title><description><![CDATA[A free sculpture trail - Find the Flock - features 12 painted models of the animated character.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/visitors-flock-to-shaun-the-sheep-trail-in-bury/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/visitors-flock-to-shaun-the-sheep-trail-in-bury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I woke to find my breast had collapsed overnight']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue Cook says she checked her breasts every pay day before waking up one morning to the shock discovery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-woke-to-find-my-breast-had-collapsed-overnight/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-woke-to-find-my-breast-had-collapsed-overnight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[XL bully dogs: Why are attacks still happening?]]></title><description><![CDATA[XL bully dogs were banned two years ago - BBC News looks at why attacks may still be happening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/xl-bully-dogs-why-are-attacks-still-happening/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/xl-bully-dogs-why-are-attacks-still-happening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardiola wants Rodri to stay but says unhappy stars can go]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says unhappy players can leave the club, but he hopes midfielder Rodri will stay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiola-wants-rodri-to-stay-but-says-unhappy-stars-can-go/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiola-wants-rodri-to-stay-but-says-unhappy-stars-can-go/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most impactful bow ever? Loanee Leyland's stunning Saints show]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens loanee Bill Leyland talks about his stunning two-try show to seal victory over Wigan in what is likely to be his one and only Saints appearance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/most-impactful-bow-ever-loanee-leylands-stunning-saints-show/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/most-impactful-bow-ever-loanee-leylands-stunning-saints-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amputee's home burgled during bus-pass challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barry Mackleston is attempting to get from John O Groats to Land's End using just his bus pass.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amputees-home-burgled-during-bus-pass-challenge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/amputees-home-burgled-during-bus-pass-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man struck and killed on motorway]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 24-year-old was hit along the M61 in the early hours of Friday, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-struck-and-killed-on-motorway/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-struck-and-killed-on-motorway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The meaner we are, the better we get along' say Race Across the World siblings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Siblings Katie and Harrison reveal the highlights and surprises of their Race Across the World journey ahead of tonight's new episode]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-meaner-we-are-the-better-we-get-along-say-race-across-the-world-siblings/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-meaner-we-are-the-better-we-get-along-say-race-across-the-world-siblings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHS Wales major repairs backlog nears £1bn]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cost of fixing the most serious repairs at major hospitals alone is more than &pound;600m, figures show.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nhs-wales-major-repairs-backlog-nears-1bn/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nhs-wales-major-repairs-backlog-nears-1bn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why isn't Martyn's Law in force a year after Royal Assent?]]></title><description><![CDATA[One year on, Martyn Hett's mum Figen Murray talks about the changes she has seen at public venues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-isnt-martyns-law-in-force-a-year-after-royal-assent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-isnt-martyns-law-in-force-a-year-after-royal-assent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Ohhh ...': Trump mocks UK's Starmer as weak-willed - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA['Ohhh ...': Trump mocks UK's Starmer as weak-willed&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ohhh-trump-mocks-uks-starmer-as-weak-willed-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ohhh-trump-mocks-uks-starmer-as-weak-willed-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform Senedd candidate blamed Nato for Ukraine war]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivals call for John Clark to be removed over social media messages about Russia, Ukraine and Putin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-senedd-candidate-blamed-nato-for-ukraine-war/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-senedd-candidate-blamed-nato-for-ukraine-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lecturer who called Israel a terrorist state to remain Plaid Cymru candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plaid Cymru says that a university lecturer who called Israel a "terrorist state" will remain a candidate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lecturer-who-called-israel-a-terrorist-state-to-remain-plaid-cymru-candidate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lecturer-who-called-israel-a-terrorist-state-to-remain-plaid-cymru-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed over £150k Covid Bounce Back loan fraud]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matlood Hussain from Eccles successfully applied for &pound;150,000 he was not entitled to.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-jailed-over-150k-covid-bounce-back-loan-fraud/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-jailed-over-150k-covid-bounce-back-loan-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[£264 million North West UK partnership for Costain - Global Highways]]></title><description><![CDATA[&pound;264 million North West UK partnership for Costain&nbsp;&nbsp;Global Highways]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/264-million-north-west-uk-partnership-for-costain-global-highways/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/264-million-north-west-uk-partnership-for-costain-global-highways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where responsibility lies when social media inspired mountaineers get into trouble]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who is responsible for safety in our mountains?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/where-responsibility-lies-when-social-media-inspired-mountaineers-get-into-trouble/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/where-responsibility-lies-when-social-media-inspired-mountaineers-get-into-trouble/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More arrests over UK arson attack on Jewish ambulances - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[More arrests over UK arson attack on Jewish ambulances&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/more-arrests-over-uk-arson-attack-on-jewish-ambulances-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/more-arrests-over-uk-arson-attack-on-jewish-ambulances-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resident doctors in north west London to strike - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Resident doctors in north west London to strike&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/resident-doctors-in-north-west-london-to-strike-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/resident-doctors-in-north-west-london-to-strike-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd are closing in on Champions League - how has Carrick done it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United are within touching distance of a return to the Champions League. How has interim boss Michael Carrick done it?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-are-closing-in-on-champions-league-how-has-carrick-done-it/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-are-closing-in-on-champions-league-how-has-carrick-done-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP urges BT to pause plan to relocate 700 workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[BT Group is urged to consider alternatives to the closures, understood to affect nearly 700 workers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mp-urges-bt-to-pause-plan-to-relocate-700-workers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mp-urges-bt-to-pause-plan-to-relocate-700-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Asbestos-exposed uni worker gets £400k settlement]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former employee at UMIST, now part of the University of Manchester, has terminal cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/asbestos-exposed-uni-worker-gets-400k-settlement/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/asbestos-exposed-uni-worker-gets-400k-settlement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Please don't shut our mosque over planning error']]></title><description><![CDATA[Salford Islamic Community Centre is under investigation for having the wrong planning permission.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/please-dont-shut-our-mosque-over-planning-error/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/please-dont-shut-our-mosque-over-planning-error/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We're determined to save mill after fire']]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin and Paula now face renovating the mill from scratch after a fire burnt it down overnight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-determined-to-save-mill-after-fire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-determined-to-save-mill-after-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family's tribute to 'caring and considerate' crash victim, 20]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are investigating the accident on the A499 which left three other people seriously injured.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/familys-tribute-to-caring-and-considerate-crash-victim-20/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/familys-tribute-to-caring-and-considerate-crash-victim-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints sign Hull KR forwards before Wigan derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens sign two Hull Kingston Rovers forwards after an injury crisis before their Good Friday meeting with Wigan Warriors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/saints-sign-hull-kr-forwards-before-wigan-derby/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/saints-sign-hull-kr-forwards-before-wigan-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[XL bully owner guilty after dog fatally savaged man]]></title><description><![CDATA[John McColl died a month after the attack by the dog, which had to be shot 10 times by police officers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/xl-bully-owner-guilty-after-dog-fatally-savaged-man/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/xl-bully-owner-guilty-after-dog-fatally-savaged-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car loan compensation - what you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FCA has revealed millions are entitled to compensation for their car finance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/car-loan-compensation-what-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/car-loan-compensation-what-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Climber rips skin off her hands saving partner in 33ft mountain fall]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group were airlifted to the summit after one climber suffered rope burn injuries to their hands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/climber-rips-skin-off-her-hands-saving-partner-in-33ft-mountain-fall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/climber-rips-skin-off-her-hands-saving-partner-in-33ft-mountain-fall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester radio pioneer James Stannage dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Broadcaster James Stannage died on Monday, 30 March after being diagnosed with cancer last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-radio-pioneer-james-stannage-dies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-radio-pioneer-james-stannage-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding saved my life']]></title><description><![CDATA[Annette Illing says she has "a future" after signing up to a trial funded in memory of the singer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/girls-aloud-singer-sarah-harding-saved-my-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/girls-aloud-singer-sarah-harding-saved-my-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where in the North West is bidding for Town of Culture?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Towns across the North West are planning on bidding - but what does the competition involve?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/where-in-the-north-west-is-bidding-for-town-of-culture/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/where-in-the-north-west-is-bidding-for-town-of-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police chief criticises documentary serial killer claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief Constable Mark Roberts also alleges families were harassed by programme makers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/police-chief-criticises-documentary-serial-killer-claim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/police-chief-criticises-documentary-serial-killer-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The man who wants to bring human composting to the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Human composting is when a body placed in a sealed vessel containing organic matter turns into soil.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-man-who-wants-to-bring-human-composting-to-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-man-who-wants-to-bring-human-composting-to-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan 'drawn line' under Giants loss ready for Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matt Peet insists Wigan have put an unacceptable performance against Huddersfield behind them before Friday's derby with St Helens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-drawn-line-under-giants-loss-ready-for-saints/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-drawn-line-under-giants-loss-ready-for-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West Cacao Brand Builds UK Growth with Founders Based 5,000 Miles Apart - Bdaily]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West Cacao Brand Builds UK Growth with Founders Based 5,000 Miles Apart&nbsp;&nbsp;Bdaily]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-cacao-brand-builds-uk-growth-with-founders-based-5000-miles-apart-bdaily/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-cacao-brand-builds-uk-growth-with-founders-based-5000-miles-apart-bdaily/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West chemical company is UK distributor for global coatings manufacturer famed for pioneering renewable electricity - News By Wire]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West chemical company is UK distributor for global coatings manufacturer famed for pioneering renewable electricity&nbsp;&nbsp;News By Wire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-chemical-company-is-uk-distributor-for-global-coatings-manufacturer-famed-for-pioneering-renewable-electricity-news-by-wire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-chemical-company-is-uk-distributor-for-global-coatings-manufacturer-famed-for-pioneering-renewable-electricity-news-by-wire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 20, dead and three seriously injured in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two cars were involved in the crash on Saturday night north of Pwllheli in Gwynedd.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-20-dead-and-three-seriously-injured-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-20-dead-and-three-seriously-injured-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injured Curry to miss crucial Euro tie for Sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lions back row star Tom Curry misses Sale's make-or-break Champions Cup showdown with Harlequins through injury this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/injured-curry-to-miss-crucial-euro-tie-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/injured-curry-to-miss-crucial-euro-tie-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I'm a Celeb castle saved hundreds of children during World War II]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gwrych Castle in Conwy, north Wales, housed more than 200 refugees as part of Operation Kindertransport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-im-a-celeb-castle-saved-hundreds-of-children-during-world-war-ii/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-im-a-celeb-castle-saved-hundreds-of-children-during-world-war-ii/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Easter tram disruption - what to expect and where]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three lines will have no trams at all over the Easter weekend and other routes will also face disruption.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/easter-tram-disruption-what-to-expect-and-where/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/easter-tram-disruption-what-to-expect-and-where/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car crashing into water shuts part of M6 motorway]]></title><description><![CDATA[The driver was rescued from the water after the crash near junction 19, the fire brigade says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/car-crashing-into-water-shuts-part-of-m6-motorway/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/car-crashing-into-water-shuts-part-of-m6-motorway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Trial helps keep me alive after my body rejected donor organ']]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Cervi had a double lung and heart transplant in 2010 but recently experienced organ rejection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/trial-helps-keep-me-alive-after-my-body-rejected-donor-organ/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/trial-helps-keep-me-alive-after-my-body-rejected-donor-organ/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 local elections: What is at stake in north-west England?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A total of 461 seats across 21 councils in the north-west of England will be up for grabs on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/2026-local-elections-what-is-at-stake-in-north-west-england/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/2026-local-elections-what-is-at-stake-in-north-west-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK protesters march against the rise of political right - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK protesters march against the rise of political right&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-protesters-march-against-the-rise-of-political-right-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-protesters-march-against-the-rise-of-political-right-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's Starmer warns 'things will change' on social media - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's Starmer warns 'things will change' on social media&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-starmer-warns-things-will-change-on-social-media-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-starmer-warns-things-will-change-on-social-media-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bottom side Huddersfield beat leaders Wigan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super League leaders Wigan Warriors lose their 100% start with a shock 34-16 defeat against bottom side Huddersfield Giants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bottom-side-huddersfield-beat-leaders-wigan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bottom-side-huddersfield-beat-leaders-wigan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leigh survive scare to beat Toulouse in golden point]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leigh Leopards end a run of four straight losses with a 21-20 golden-point win over French visitors Toulouse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leigh-survive-scare-to-beat-toulouse-in-golden-point/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leigh-survive-scare-to-beat-toulouse-in-golden-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I was naive,' says minister who quit over Labour Together claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Simons resigned after facing claims a think tank he used to run commissioned a report into journalists' backgrounds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-was-naive-says-minister-who-quit-over-labour-together-claims/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-was-naive-says-minister-who-quit-over-labour-together-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City 'handling pressure' of WSL title race with 'statement' win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City's manager Andree Jeglertz says he "enjoyed" his side's performance in a dominating win at Manchester United that edges them closer to a first WSL title in a decade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-handling-pressure-of-wsl-title-race-with-statement-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-handling-pressure-of-wsl-title-race-with-statement-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman in critical condition after house stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim, in her 20s, was found by emergency services on Friday night, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-in-critical-condition-after-house-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-in-critical-condition-after-house-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Bishop of Warrington unveiled]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Very Reverend Simon Robinson says he is "daunted and excited" by his new role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-bishop-of-warrington-unveiled/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-bishop-of-warrington-unveiled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ultrasound delays putting pregnant women and cancer patients at risk, sonographers say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Demand for ultrasound has increased but too few people are being trained for the job, sonographers warn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ultrasound-delays-putting-pregnant-women-and-cancer-patients-at-risk-sonographers-say/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ultrasound-delays-putting-pregnant-women-and-cancer-patients-at-risk-sonographers-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do Man City replace captain Silva if he leaves?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City could find themselves without the services of their manager and captain next season with the futures of both Pep Guardiola and Bernardo Silva in question beyond this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-do-man-city-replace-captain-silva-if-he-leaves/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-do-man-city-replace-captain-silva-if-he-leaves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 'utopian' vision behind the original new towns]]></title><description><![CDATA[With much talk about building new towns, what was it like growing up in one of the originals?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-utopian-vision-behind-the-original-new-towns/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-utopian-vision-behind-the-original-new-towns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your guide to Easter holiday events across England's north-west]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's many free activities on offer for families in the region]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/your-guide-to-easter-holiday-events-across-englands-north-west/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/your-guide-to-easter-holiday-events-across-englands-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trailblazing ref Jones ready to make more history]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tara Jones, awarded an MBE this week, will become the first woman to referee a men's Super League game on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/trailblazing-ref-jones-ready-to-make-more-history/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/trailblazing-ref-jones-ready-to-make-more-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No evidence of 'family voting' in by-election]]></title><description><![CDATA[An investigation into alleged"family voting" finds no evidence of intent to influence voting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/no-evidence-of-family-voting-in-by-election/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/no-evidence-of-family-voting-in-by-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK construction activity February 2026: North West - Construction News]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK construction activity February 2026: North West&nbsp;&nbsp;Construction News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-construction-activity-february-2026-north-west-construction-news/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-construction-activity-february-2026-north-west-construction-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West men top the UK for giving their penis a nickname - The Bury Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West men top the UK for giving their penis a nickname&nbsp;&nbsp;The Bury Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-men-top-the-uk-for-giving-their-penis-a-nickname-the-bury-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-men-top-the-uk-for-giving-their-penis-a-nickname-the-bury-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West men top the UK for giving their penis a nickname - The Bolton News]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West men top the UK for giving their penis a nickname&nbsp;&nbsp;The Bolton News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-men-top-the-uk-for-giving-their-penis-a-nickname-the-bolton-news/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-men-top-the-uk-for-giving-their-penis-a-nickname-the-bolton-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West men top the UK for giving their penis a nickname - Messenger Newspapers]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West men top the UK for giving their penis a nickname&nbsp;&nbsp;Messenger Newspapers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-men-top-the-uk-for-giving-their-penis-a-nickname-messenger-newspapers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-men-top-the-uk-for-giving-their-penis-a-nickname-messenger-newspapers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pokemon collection worth £100,000 -  are people amassing small fortunes?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the value soars, more and more people are stashing away cards in the hope of making a profit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pokemon-collection-worth-100000-are-people-amassing-small-fortunes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pokemon-collection-worth-100000-are-people-amassing-small-fortunes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West men top the UK for giving their penis a nickname - Lancashire Telegraph]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West men top the UK for giving their penis a nickname&nbsp;&nbsp;Lancashire Telegraph]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-men-top-the-uk-for-giving-their-penis-a-nickname-lancashire-telegraph/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-men-top-the-uk-for-giving-their-penis-a-nickname-lancashire-telegraph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community Fund donates £500 to Age UK North, South and West Dorset - carehome.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Community Fund donates &pound;500 to Age UK North, South and West Dorset&nbsp;&nbsp;carehome.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/community-fund-donates-500-to-age-uk-north-south-and-west-dorset-carehomecouk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/community-fund-donates-500-to-age-uk-north-south-and-west-dorset-carehomecouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[£153m for long-awaited Wigan-Bolton link road announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[A link road connecting the boroughs is set to be built - 70 years after it was first called for.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/153m-for-long-awaited-wigan-bolton-link-road-announced/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/153m-for-long-awaited-wigan-bolton-link-road-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan's survival is still a long way off - Caldwell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Athletic boss Gary Caldwell says his side has achieved "nothing yet" as they move closer to League One survival following a good run of two wins and a draw.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigans-survival-is-still-a-long-way-off-caldwell/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigans-survival-is-still-a-long-way-off-caldwell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rape accused 'does not know' how his DNA got on victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Quinn, 51, denies committing the violent sexual attack that saw Andy Malkinson wrongly jailed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rape-accused-does-not-know-how-his-dna-got-on-victim/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rape-accused-does-not-know-how-his-dna-got-on-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City region to appoint first health commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The commissioner will report to both the Health Secretary and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/city-region-to-appoint-first-health-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/city-region-to-appoint-first-health-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oldest kidney donor, 84, saves son-in-law's life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ian Tonks was told he had 12 hours to live before his father-in-law, Graham Sisson, donated his kidney.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldest-kidney-donor-84-saves-son-in-laws-life/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldest-kidney-donor-84-saves-son-in-laws-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super League at 30: What changed - and what's next?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Great Britain international Iestyn Harris was part of the switch to Super League back in 1996, and looks back on 30 years of change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/super-league-at-30-what-changed-and-whats-next/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/super-league-at-30-what-changed-and-whats-next/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale move for Exeter and Wales lock Tshiunza]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks agree a deal to sign Exeter Chiefs and Wales lock Christ Tshiunza for the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-move-for-exeter-and-wales-lock-tshiunza/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-move-for-exeter-and-wales-lock-tshiunza/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arson investigation under way after moorland blaze]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters and police say Monday's moorland fire is being treated as deliberate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/arson-investigation-under-way-after-moorland-blaze/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/arson-investigation-under-way-after-moorland-blaze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for UK's newest national park to face public inquiry - is it a huge opportunity or a waste of money?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glynd&#373;r National Park could extend through Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wrexham and northern Powys.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plans-for-uks-newest-national-park-to-face-public-inquiry-is-it-a-huge-opportunity-or-a-waste-of-money/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/plans-for-uks-newest-national-park-to-face-public-inquiry-is-it-a-huge-opportunity-or-a-waste-of-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Co-op boss quits after 'toxic culture' claims reported by BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shirine Khoury-Haq's departure comes after a troubled year, in which the retailer suffered a cyber-attack and faced allegations about its workplace culture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/co-op-boss-quits-after-toxic-culture-claims-reported-by-bbc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/co-op-boss-quits-after-toxic-culture-claims-reported-by-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leigh's Trout to join Sharks for 2027 NRL season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leigh Leopards forward Owen Trout agrees to sign for National Rugby League side Cronulla Sharks for the 2027 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leighs-trout-to-join-sharks-for-2027-nrl-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leighs-trout-to-join-sharks-for-2027-nrl-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League star caught speeding after training]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former Manchester United player is fined for speeding as he left the club's training ground.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/premier-league-star-caught-speeding-after-training/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/premier-league-star-caught-speeding-after-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blood scandal victim says memorial 'means so much']]></title><description><![CDATA[A memorial, at the University of Manchester, is a "reminder for the medical professionals of tomorrow".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/blood-scandal-victim-says-memorial-means-so-much/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/blood-scandal-victim-says-memorial-means-so-much/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singer Duffy to share sex assault ordeal in documentary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Disney+ says it has been given "unprecedented access" to the singer in her first major interview in 15 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/singer-duffy-to-share-sex-assault-ordeal-in-documentary/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/singer-duffy-to-share-sex-assault-ordeal-in-documentary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Harvard to Sale - Erica Jarrell-Searcy's epic PWR pilgrimage]]></title><description><![CDATA[A chance email in freshers' week at Harvard set Erica Jarrell-Searcy on a journey to Sale Sharks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-harvard-to-sale-erica-jarrell-searcys-epic-pwr-pilgrimage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-harvard-to-sale-erica-jarrell-searcys-epic-pwr-pilgrimage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adlington plans lacked significant economic growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[A report highlights the reasons why a Cheshire site was not named as a location for a new town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/adlington-plans-lacked-significant-economic-growth/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/adlington-plans-lacked-significant-economic-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dentist's 'unique work' could unlock mystery of murdered man dumped in woods 22 years ago]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say they are still no closer to identifying the man, whose body was discovered by campers in 2015.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dentists-unique-work-could-unlock-mystery-of-murdered-man-dumped-in-woods-22-years-ago/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dentists-unique-work-could-unlock-mystery-of-murdered-man-dumped-in-woods-22-years-ago/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Cleopatra to Aitch - try the Manchester's Mobos quiz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester's impact on the Mobos were felt from the start, but how much do you remember?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-cleopatra-to-aitch-try-the-manchesters-mobos-quiz/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-cleopatra-to-aitch-try-the-manchesters-mobos-quiz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd refuse to give up Champions League dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United suffered defeat by Bayern Munich in the home leg of their Champions League quarter-final, but manager Marc Skinner refuses to rule them out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-refuse-to-give-up-champions-league-dream/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-refuse-to-give-up-champions-league-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I just heard this thump as our train hit a tree']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jim Fleming says he was travelling on the Transpennine Express service when the train hit a large tree.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-just-heard-this-thump-as-our-train-hit-a-tree/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-just-heard-this-thump-as-our-train-hit-a-tree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I tried to help kids while on holiday but was held in jail']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Rushton, 20, thought he was doing a kind deed for locals in Morocco but was detained and is due to go on trial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-tried-to-help-kids-while-on-holiday-but-was-held-in-jail/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-tried-to-help-kids-while-on-holiday-but-was-held-in-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oldham building collapse - a 'miracle' no one died]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nikki Fenton was nearby when a building collapsed on King Street, Oldham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldham-building-collapse-a-miracle-no-one-died/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldham-building-collapse-a-miracle-no-one-died/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Like millions of others, I pull my own hair out - we need to talk about trichotillomania]]></title><description><![CDATA[A TikToker has opened up about his struggles with a condition that causes him to pull his own hair out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/like-millions-of-others-i-pull-my-own-hair-out-we-need-to-talk-about-trichotillomania/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/like-millions-of-others-i-pull-my-own-hair-out-we-need-to-talk-about-trichotillomania/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Manchester reclaiming its prominence as the UK's musical hotspot?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following on from the Brits, the city once dubbed Madchester hosts the Mobos and 6 Music Festival.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-manchester-reclaiming-its-prominence-as-the-uks-musical-hotspot/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 03:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-manchester-reclaiming-its-prominence-as-the-uks-musical-hotspot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK snow forecast as 'second winter' maps show north west England hit within hours - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK snow forecast as 'second winter' maps show north west England hit within hours&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-snow-forecast-as-second-winter-maps-show-north-west-england-hit-within-hours-msn/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 02:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-snow-forecast-as-second-winter-maps-show-north-west-england-hit-within-hours-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK snow forecast as 'second winter' maps show north west England hit within hours - Liverpool Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK snow forecast as 'second winter' maps show north west England hit within hours&nbsp;&nbsp;Liverpool Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-snow-forecast-as-second-winter-maps-show-north-west-england-hit-within-hours-liverpool-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-snow-forecast-as-second-winter-maps-show-north-west-england-hit-within-hours-liverpool-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How villagers overturned second home crackdown in 'David and Goliath moment']]></title><description><![CDATA[Second homes and how to deal with growing numbers is a hot topic in parts of Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-villagers-overturned-second-home-crackdown-in-david-and-goliath-moment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-villagers-overturned-second-home-crackdown-in-david-and-goliath-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steve Bruce's grandson died after 'unsafe sleep position']]></title><description><![CDATA[The grandson of football manager Steve Bruce was being cared for by an unregulated maternity nurse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/steve-bruces-grandson-died-after-unsafe-sleep-position/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/steve-bruces-grandson-died-after-unsafe-sleep-position/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bodycam captures moment burglar caught hiding under bed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The footage shows police officers lifting up a bed at a home in Manchester where a burglar was hiding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bodycam-captures-moment-burglar-caught-hiding-under-bed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bodycam-captures-moment-burglar-caught-hiding-under-bed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped]]></title><description><![CDATA[Critics of plans to build a new town in Cheshire called it the "wrong proposal in the wrong place".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/campaigners-celebrate-after-new-town-plans-dropped/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/campaigners-celebrate-after-new-town-plans-dropped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oldham keeper Hudson eyes clean sheet record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oldham Athletic goalkeeper Mathew Hudson says he is aiming to set a new club record following his seventh shut out in eight league games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldham-keeper-hudson-eyes-clean-sheet-record/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldham-keeper-hudson-eyes-clean-sheet-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our son loved the outdoors - invisible illness means he now can't walk or talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tomos is one of thousands with ME in Wales, with services described as &ldquo;a desert&rdquo; for those most affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/our-son-loved-the-outdoors-invisible-illness-means-he-now-cant-walk-or-talk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/our-son-loved-the-outdoors-invisible-illness-means-he-now-cant-walk-or-talk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We're not safe at our mosque after another attack']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Pickering says he was worried the culprits were still inside when he entered the "ransacked" mosque.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-not-safe-at-our-mosque-after-another-attack/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-not-safe-at-our-mosque-after-another-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ministers name seven areas where 'new towns' could be built]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six sites have been deprioritised from the flagship scheme to build a wave of new settlements.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ministers-name-seven-areas-where-new-towns-could-be-built/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ministers-name-seven-areas-where-new-towns-could-be-built/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chief rabbi condemns 'sickening assault' in north-west London - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief rabbi condemns 'sickening assault' in north-west London&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chief-rabbi-condemns-sickening-assault-in-north-west-london-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chief-rabbi-condemns-sickening-assault-in-north-west-london-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West of England: tuberculosis in 2024 - www.gov.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West of England: tuberculosis in 2024&nbsp;&nbsp;www.gov.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-of-england-tuberculosis-in-2024-wwwgovuk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-of-england-tuberculosis-in-2024-wwwgovuk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West of England: tuberculosis in 2024 - GOV.UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West of England: tuberculosis in 2024&nbsp;&nbsp;GOV.UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-of-england-tuberculosis-in-2024-govuk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-of-england-tuberculosis-in-2024-govuk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jewish ambulances torched in suspected UK hate crime - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jewish ambulances torched in suspected UK hate crime&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jewish-ambulances-torched-in-suspected-uk-hate-crime-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jewish-ambulances-torched-in-suspected-uk-hate-crime-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historical mill to reopen as entertainment venue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Factory Floor is set to open in Wigan's Grade II-listed Eckersley Mill following a &pound;3m revamp.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/historical-mill-to-reopen-as-entertainment-venue/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/historical-mill-to-reopen-as-entertainment-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I waited 30 years for my endometriosis diagnosis']]></title><description><![CDATA[Nichola Howell spent years going to doctors with "barbaric" pain but was constantly dismissed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-waited-30-years-for-my-endometriosis-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-waited-30-years-for-my-endometriosis-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First person charged with tailgating after EFL Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 27-year-old man becomes the first person in the country to be charged with 'tailgating' after the EFL Cup final at Wembley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/first-person-charged-with-tailgating-after-efl-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/first-person-charged-with-tailgating-after-efl-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dominant Hodgkinson wins first world indoor title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keely Hodgkinson captures her first world indoor title in commanding fashion as she claims 800m gold with a championship record in Poland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dominant-hodgkinson-wins-first-world-indoor-title/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dominant-hodgkinson-wins-first-world-indoor-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardiola's dance of joy as Man City pile pressure on desolate Arsenal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City will hope their dominant Carabao Cup final win piles pressure on Arsenal in the Premier League title race, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiolas-dance-of-joy-as-man-city-pile-pressure-on-desolate-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 21:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guardiolas-dance-of-joy-as-man-city-pile-pressure-on-desolate-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boyhood Man City fan to Wembley winner - O'Reilly's fairytale continues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nico O'Reilly will be the pride of Manchester following his man-of-the-match showing in City's brilliant Carabao Cup final victory over Arsenal on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boyhood-man-city-fan-to-wembley-winner-oreillys-fairytale-continues/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 21:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boyhood-man-city-fan-to-wembley-winner-oreillys-fairytale-continues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK sees no evidence Iran targeting Europe with missiles - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK sees no evidence Iran targeting Europe with missiles&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-sees-no-evidence-iran-targeting-europe-with-missiles-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-sees-no-evidence-iran-targeting-europe-with-missiles-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teacher banned after drunken brawl at the races]]></title><description><![CDATA[Declan Sealy drank 10 pints and bit a bouncer before being tear-gassed, a disciplinary panel hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/teacher-banned-after-drunken-brawl-at-the-races/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/teacher-banned-after-drunken-brawl-at-the-races/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My pet hawk finally allowed me to say yes to life after cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bird the Harris Hawk took to the skies just when Candida Meyrick needed grounding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-pet-hawk-finally-allowed-me-to-say-yes-to-life-after-cancer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-pet-hawk-finally-allowed-me-to-say-yes-to-life-after-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residents vow to stay in bungalows 'til the bulldozers come']]></title><description><![CDATA[Elderly residents in Cheshire say they are concerned about plans to demolish their bungalows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/residents-vow-to-stay-in-bungalows-til-the-bulldozers-come/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/residents-vow-to-stay-in-bungalows-til-the-bulldozers-come/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evloev's gritty win crushes Murphy's title hopes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Movsar Evloev puts a huge dent in Lerone Murphy's featherweight title dream as the Russian secures a majority decision victory at UFC London.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/evloevs-gritty-win-crushes-murphys-title-hopes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 01:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/evloevs-gritty-win-crushes-murphys-title-hopes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tanginoa scores four as Wire hammer sorry Castleford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kelepi Tanginoa scores four tries as Warrington Wolves move second in Super League with a big win over Castleford Tigers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tanginoa-scores-four-as-wire-hammer-sorry-castleford/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tanginoa-scores-four-as-wire-hammer-sorry-castleford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter beat Sale to move into Prem play-off places]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter move into the Prem play-off places after a 26-14 win over Sale at Sandy Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/exeter-beat-sale-to-move-into-prem-play-off-places/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/exeter-beat-sale-to-move-into-prem-play-off-places/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lee Rigby among soldiers honoured in street naming]]></title><description><![CDATA[Relatives of three late soldiers with Middleton links were among those at the dedication service.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lee-rigby-among-soldiers-honoured-in-street-naming/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lee-rigby-among-soldiers-honoured-in-street-naming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shaw hat-trick heroics 'like watching video game']]></title><description><![CDATA[Khadija Shaw's performance against Tottenham was "like watching a video game", says team-mate Sam Coffey after latest three-goal display.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/shaw-hat-trick-heroics-like-watching-video-game/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/shaw-hat-trick-heroics-like-watching-video-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd to make formal complaint over decisions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United are left furious over "astonishing" refereeing decisions as two penalties were givenand one was not in their draw at Bournemouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-to-make-formal-complaint-over-decisions/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 13:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-to-make-formal-complaint-over-decisions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Postmaster awaiting payout 20 years after IT ordeal started]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former sub-postmaster wrongly accused of theft describes compensation process as "very frustrating".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/postmaster-awaiting-payout-20-years-after-it-ordeal-started/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/postmaster-awaiting-payout-20-years-after-it-ordeal-started/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tribute to 'kind-hearted' runner who was hit by car]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matthew Walker, 48, died five days after being struck in Moss Side while training for a marathon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tribute-to-kind-hearted-runner-who-was-hit-by-car/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 09:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tribute-to-kind-hearted-runner-who-was-hit-by-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comic Relief helps fund free school uniform charity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julie Waller, who heads up the charity, says donations have helped more than 2,000 families.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/comic-relief-helps-fund-free-school-uniform-charity/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/comic-relief-helps-fund-free-school-uniform-charity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why would hosting the Ryder Cup be great for Bolton?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hulton Park is one of three English venues vying to host the Ryder Cup - golf's biggest team event - in 2035.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-would-hosting-the-ryder-cup-be-great-for-bolton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-would-hosting-the-ryder-cup-be-great-for-bolton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Why has illegal dump been allowed to get so huge?']]></title><description><![CDATA[The huge illegal tip at Bickershaw is to be cleared, the government says, after growing in size for 18 months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-has-illegal-dump-been-allowed-to-get-so-huge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-has-illegal-dump-been-allowed-to-get-so-huge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK lawsuit against Adams over IRA bombings withdrawn - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK lawsuit against Adams over IRA bombings withdrawn&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-lawsuit-against-adams-over-ira-bombings-withdrawn-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-lawsuit-against-adams-over-ira-bombings-withdrawn-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I risked parking fine as it was cheaper than NCP']]></title><description><![CDATA[Dominic McGregor said he's saved money by picking up a ticket than parking in a secure multi-storey spot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-risked-parking-fine-as-it-was-cheaper-than-ncp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-risked-parking-fine-as-it-was-cheaper-than-ncp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three more men deny abusing woman 'drugged by husband']]></title><description><![CDATA[A total of 13 men have been charged with conspiring to sexually abuse the unconscious woman.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-more-men-deny-abusing-woman-drugged-by-husband/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-more-men-deny-abusing-woman-drugged-by-husband/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luke Littler applies to trademark his face to combat AI fakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The darts star's image has been used legally on darts merchandise, snacks and fashion brands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/luke-littler-applies-to-trademark-his-face-to-combat-ai-fakes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/luke-littler-applies-to-trademark-his-face-to-combat-ai-fakes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Anti-social behaviour is getting out of hand in our town']]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents in Wigan say young people are "running feral" as they speak out about several incidents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anti-social-behaviour-is-getting-out-of-hand-in-our-town/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anti-social-behaviour-is-getting-out-of-hand-in-our-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coroner 'not satisfied' Hatton intended to take own life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton was found "unresponsive" at his home in September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/coroner-not-satisfied-hatton-intended-to-take-own-life/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/coroner-not-satisfied-hatton-intended-to-take-own-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Civil case against Gerry Adams over IRA bombings withdrawn]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lawyer for the claimants said on Friday that proceedings would be "discontinued".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/civil-case-against-gerry-adams-over-ira-bombings-withdrawn/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/civil-case-against-gerry-adams-over-ira-bombings-withdrawn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coogan hails Comic Relief cash boost for home town]]></title><description><![CDATA[Comedian and actor Steve Coogan said Comic Relief money is making a "real difference" in Middleton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/coogan-hails-comic-relief-cash-boost-for-home-town/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/coogan-hails-comic-relief-cash-boost-for-home-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Salt Path author confirms she wrote secret first book - despite claiming to be debut writer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raynor and Moth Winn published a book they hoped would help get them out of debt, the BBC confirms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-salt-path-author-confirms-she-wrote-secret-first-book-despite-claiming-to-be-debut-writer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-salt-path-author-confirms-she-wrote-secret-first-book-despite-claiming-to-be-debut-writer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Psychic' admits sex assaults on two women]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Starkey, who works in Wolverhampton, pleads guilty to three sexual offences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/psychic-admits-sex-assaults-on-two-women/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/psychic-admits-sex-assaults-on-two-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do I register to vote in the May 2026 elections?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here&rsquo;s what you need to know about how you register to vote and when.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-do-i-register-to-vote-in-the-may-2026-elections/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-do-i-register-to-vote-in-the-may-2026-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Russell T Davies and Pet Shop Boys adapt It's A Sin for stage show]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Channel 4 show will be reimagined as an immersive, theatrical performance premiering in Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/russell-t-davies-and-pet-shop-boys-adapt-its-a-sin-for-stage-show/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/russell-t-davies-and-pet-shop-boys-adapt-its-a-sin-for-stage-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I tried to be a hero but I don't want others to copy me']]></title><description><![CDATA[Dad-of-two Danny asks others not to 'play the hero' - claiming a shoplifter threw bricks at him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-tried-to-be-a-hero-but-i-dont-want-others-to-copy-me/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-tried-to-be-a-hero-but-i-dont-want-others-to-copy-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints and Bath lead race for top four as Prem returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport takes a look at how things stand in Prem rugby as the league returns after an eight-week break with Northampton top of the table and six teams in play-off contention.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/saints-and-bath-lead-race-for-top-four-as-prem-returns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/saints-and-bath-lead-race-for-top-four-as-prem-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Man Utd prodigy still too young to play senior football]]></title><description><![CDATA[At 15, Manchester United's JJ Gabriel is too young to play in the Premier League but he is already showing clear signs he is a huge talent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-man-utd-prodigy-still-too-young-to-play-senior-football/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-man-utd-prodigy-still-too-young-to-play-senior-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beeps, shouts and abuse - police join female runners to tackle harassment]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than half of female runners in the UK have experienced harassment or abuse, research shows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/beeps-shouts-and-abuse-police-join-female-runners-to-tackle-harassment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/beeps-shouts-and-abuse-police-join-female-runners-to-tackle-harassment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Park's massive Eid prayers gathering cancelled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soft ground after a wet winter means Manchester's Platt Fields Park cannot host the mass gathering.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/parks-massive-eid-prayers-gathering-cancelled/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/parks-massive-eid-prayers-gathering-cancelled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our heating oil's doubled in price in two weeks']]></title><description><![CDATA[Lawrence Salvoni worries not only about the price he has to pay, but the security of his supply.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/our-heating-oils-doubled-in-price-in-two-weeks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/our-heating-oils-doubled-in-price-in-two-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My story of growing up in Manchester after fleeing Iran']]></title><description><![CDATA[Arash Sedighi releases a short film about coming to the UK in 1986 with his pregnant mother and father.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-story-of-growing-up-in-manchester-after-fleeing-iran/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-story-of-growing-up-in-manchester-after-fleeing-iran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When are Eid celebrations across the North West?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here is a round-up of some of the biggest celebrations happening across the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/when-are-eid-celebrations-across-the-north-west/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/when-are-eid-celebrations-across-the-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI fugitive found hiding in Wales has assets confiscated by police]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniel Andreas San Diego is due to be extradited to the USA to face terror-related charges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fbi-fugitive-found-hiding-in-wales-has-assets-confiscated-by-police/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fbi-fugitive-found-hiding-in-wales-has-assets-confiscated-by-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My DNA could be from casual sex, says rape accused]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jurors at a rape trial hear Paul Quinn told detectives he had had sex with up to 2,700 local women.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-dna-could-be-from-casual-sex-says-rape-accused/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-dna-could-be-from-casual-sex-says-rape-accused/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 81, tried to rob woman 'to fund own funeral']]></title><description><![CDATA[Retired pharmacy courier Edwin Morrison strangled his victim while shouting "give me your money".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-81-tried-to-rob-woman-to-fund-own-funeral/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-81-tried-to-rob-woman-to-fund-own-funeral/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mellon will not let good form get ahead of Oldham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oldham Athletic boss Micky Mellon will not allow his side to let their impressive recent form get ahead of them as they target a top seven spot in League Two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mellon-will-not-let-good-form-get-ahead-of-oldham/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mellon-will-not-let-good-form-get-ahead-of-oldham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men detained over teenager's machete death]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Soyoye,16, was stabbed to death with machetes in Moston in November 2020.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-men-detained-over-teenagers-machete-death/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-men-detained-over-teenagers-machete-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales strikes deal to speed up renewable energy schemes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The impact of the war in the Middle East on oil prices makes energy independence more important, ministers say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wales-strikes-deal-to-speed-up-renewable-energy-schemes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wales-strikes-deal-to-speed-up-renewable-energy-schemes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolton will not give up on top two - Schumacher]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bolton Wanderers will not give up in their pursuit of a top two spot in League One, says boss Steven Schumacher.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bolton-will-not-give-up-on-top-two-schumacher/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bolton-will-not-give-up-on-top-two-schumacher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blackpool, Wrexham make UK City of Culture 2029 longlist - Place North West]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blackpool, Wrexham make UK City of Culture 2029 longlist&nbsp;&nbsp;Place North West]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/blackpool-wrexham-make-uk-city-of-culture-2029-longlist-place-north-west/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/blackpool-wrexham-make-uk-city-of-culture-2029-longlist-place-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolton bids to host 'biggest ever' Ryder Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greater Manchester's mayor hopes funding infrastructure could strengthen Bolton's bid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bolton-bids-to-host-biggest-ever-ryder-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bolton-bids-to-host-biggest-ever-ryder-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson's 'proudest season' as Salford win again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salford City's Karl Robinson says this season has been one of his proudest as a manager, as his side contend for promotion from League Two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/robinsons-proudest-season-as-salford-win-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/robinsons-proudest-season-as-salford-win-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dishonest dietitian 'failed to answer basic questions on anatomy']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ifenyinwa Chizube Ndulue-Nonso lied in her job application but was able to pass an interview process.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dishonest-dietitian-failed-to-answer-basic-questions-on-anatomy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dishonest-dietitian-failed-to-answer-basic-questions-on-anatomy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I created device to help people with dementia stay safe']]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Aldred, of Wigan, dreamed up the device to help people with dementia if they get lost.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-created-device-to-help-people-with-dementia-stay-safe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-created-device-to-help-people-with-dementia-stay-safe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid defeat leaves Man City with season-defining run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City's season stands on the brink following a demoralising Champions League exit at the hands of familiar foes Real Madrid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/real-madrid-defeat-leaves-man-city-with-season-defining-run/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/real-madrid-defeat-leaves-man-city-with-season-defining-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Champions League be Guardiola's Man City regret?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola is one of the greatest managers of all time, but will his Champions League record be a cause for frustration?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/will-champions-league-be-guardiolas-man-city-regret/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/will-champions-league-be-guardiolas-man-city-regret/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House of the Dragon back in north Wales for new series]]></title><description><![CDATA[The show's use of Welsh landmarks 'further strengthens Wales's reputation as a leading filming destination'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/house-of-the-dragon-back-in-north-wales-for-new-series/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/house-of-the-dragon-back-in-north-wales-for-new-series/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd not planning U-turn on Casemiro decision]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have no plans to revise their decision not to offer a new deal to Casemiro, even though the Brazilian has excelled in midfield recently.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-not-planning-u-turn-on-casemiro-decision/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-not-planning-u-turn-on-casemiro-decision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale number eight Du Preez to join Bath]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks number eight Dan du Preez will leave at the end of the season to join Bath.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-number-eight-du-preez-to-join-bath/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-number-eight-du-preez-to-join-bath/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abusive boyfriend dragged off aircraft by police]]></title><description><![CDATA[Callum Coady, 27, was seen throwing prosecco in the face of his partner onboard a flight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/abusive-boyfriend-dragged-off-aircraft-by-police/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/abusive-boyfriend-dragged-off-aircraft-by-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester festival refunds tickets after venue backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Organisers of Manchester's No Art festival offer to refund tickets, after choosing a venue 50 miles away.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-festival-refunds-tickets-after-venue-backlash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-festival-refunds-tickets-after-venue-backlash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I don't miss it' - Livingstone criticises England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Livingstone issues strong criticism of the England set-up, saying there &ldquo;wasn&rsquo;t any part of me&rdquo; that wanted to be part of the team that reached the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-dont-miss-it-livingstone-criticises-england/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-dont-miss-it-livingstone-criticises-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King hits the DJ decks on city arts venue visit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The King admits "trying to get a hang of it" while having a go at being a DJ during a visit to Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/king-hits-the-dj-decks-on-city-arts-venue-visit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/king-hits-the-dj-decks-on-city-arts-venue-visit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour names candidate for new mayor role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Price, Cheshire's Police and Crime Commissioner, has been named as Labour's mayoral candidate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/labour-names-candidate-for-new-mayor-role/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/labour-names-candidate-for-new-mayor-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hope for blood test that can detect brain tumours]]></title><description><![CDATA[University of Manchester researchers say the new test is more than 90% accurate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hope-for-blood-test-that-can-detect-brain-tumours/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hope-for-blood-test-that-can-detect-brain-tumours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I vowed to walk down aisle after rare diagnosis']]></title><description><![CDATA[Maariya Khan was left with minimal movement after needing surgery following her cancer diagnosis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-vowed-to-walk-down-aisle-after-rare-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-vowed-to-walk-down-aisle-after-rare-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I donated a kidney to save my brother-in-law']]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC cameras followed Lorna and John's journey as they encourage others to join the transplant register.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-donated-a-kidney-to-save-my-brother-in-law/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-donated-a-kidney-to-save-my-brother-in-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington sculptor wins Oscar for Frankenstein]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sculptor Mike Hill describes the award as "fantastic" and praises director Guillermo del Toro.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-sculptor-wins-oscar-for-frankenstein/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-sculptor-wins-oscar-for-frankenstein/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick continues to make case for permanent Man Utd role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Rooney calls on Manchester United to give Michael Carrick the manager's job after boosting their hopes of Champions League qualification.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-continues-to-make-case-for-permanent-man-utd-role/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-continues-to-make-case-for-permanent-man-utd-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum who shared miscarriage experience on TikTok says baby loss still carries stigma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alaw Llyfni, from Gwynedd, lost her baby at 11 weeks and felt there was little support afterwards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mum-who-shared-miscarriage-experience-on-tiktok-says-baby-loss-still-carries-stigma/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mum-who-shared-miscarriage-experience-on-tiktok-says-baby-loss-still-carries-stigma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council leader says man threatened to kill her]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arooj Shah says the case will not get to court until 2027 and demands changes to the justice system.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/council-leader-says-man-threatened-to-kill-her/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/council-leader-says-man-threatened-to-kill-her/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Van driver, 88, dies crashing into stationary car]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheshire Police say the 88-year-old van driver died at the scene of the crash in Warrington.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/van-driver-88-dies-crashing-into-stationary-car/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/van-driver-88-dies-crashing-into-stationary-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council tax rises in Wales - see how your area compares]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council tax bills in Wales will see an average rise of 4.9% from April after councils approved their budgets for the next financial year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/council-tax-rises-in-wales-see-how-your-area-compares/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/council-tax-rises-in-wales-see-how-your-area-compares/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We're a 60s covers band in our 60s, 70s and 80s']]></title><description><![CDATA[Silhouette Band say they still have 'more to give' ahead of a charity gig playing to 1,300 people.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-a-60s-covers-band-in-our-60s-70s-and-80s/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-a-60s-covers-band-in-our-60s-70s-and-80s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Sancho's dream Man Utd move became a nightmare]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jadon Sancho is set to leave Manchester United this summer, almost three years after his last Premier League appearance for the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-sanchos-dream-man-utd-move-became-a-nightmare/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-sanchos-dream-man-utd-move-became-a-nightmare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unbalanced Man City cling to faint title hopes as Haaland struggles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saturday evening, when Arsenal earned a dramatic late win over Everton before Man City were held at West Ham, felt as if it could be pivotal in the Premier League title race.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/unbalanced-man-city-cling-to-faint-title-hopes-as-haaland-struggles/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 01:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/unbalanced-man-city-cling-to-faint-title-hopes-as-haaland-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR, Saints and Wire win in Challenge Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull KR, St Helens, Warrington Wolves, Leigh Leopards, Catalans Dragons and York Knights win to reach the Challenge Cup quarter-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-kr-saints-and-wire-win-in-challenge-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 21:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-kr-saints-and-wire-win-in-challenge-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The pain of being falsely accused of rape will last a lifetime']]></title><description><![CDATA[Men have told of the effect on their lives after a woman was jailed for making the bogus claims.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-pain-of-being-falsely-accused-of-rape-will-last-a-lifetime/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 17:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-pain-of-being-falsely-accused-of-rape-will-last-a-lifetime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Labour minister dies after cancer diagnosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ex-Oldham MP Phil Woolas battled brain cancer for more than a year, his family says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/former-labour-minister-dies-after-cancer-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/former-labour-minister-dies-after-cancer-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick is doing an excellent job - Ratcliffe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe says Michael Carrick is doing an excellent job at Old Trafford but refuses to be drawn on whether he will get the role on a permanent basis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-is-doing-an-excellent-job-ratcliffe/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-is-doing-an-excellent-job-ratcliffe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I found a grapefruit-sized tumour at routine eye test']]></title><description><![CDATA[Beauty queen Holly Worswick needed emergency surgery within 48 hours of the discovery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-found-a-grapefruit-sized-tumour-at-routine-eye-test/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-found-a-grapefruit-sized-tumour-at-routine-eye-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The deal that cost father and son's lives in 'forgotten disaster']]></title><description><![CDATA[A family remembers how their loved ones never returned from the fatal 1946 stadium crush in Bolton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-deal-that-cost-father-and-sons-lives-in-forgotten-disaster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-deal-that-cost-father-and-sons-lives-in-forgotten-disaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Epstein photos show Andrew, UK diplomat in bathrobes - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Epstein photos show Andrew, UK diplomat in bathrobes&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/epstein-photos-show-andrew-uk-diplomat-in-bathrobes-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/epstein-photos-show-andrew-uk-diplomat-in-bathrobes-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wakefield beat Leeds &amp; Wigan cruise past Bradford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wakefield Trinity fight back to beat Leeds Rhinos 24-14 and Wigan Warriors overpower Bradford Bulls 30-6 in the Challenge Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wakefield-beat-leeds-amp-wigan-cruise-past-bradford/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wakefield-beat-leeds-amp-wigan-cruise-past-bradford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last of seven dogs missing in stolen van back home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Golden poodle-cross Frankie spent three days out in the streets after the theft.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/last-of-seven-dogs-missing-in-stolen-van-back-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/last-of-seven-dogs-missing-in-stolen-van-back-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andrew, UK diplomat, captured in bathrobes with Epstein - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew, UK diplomat, captured in bathrobes with Epstein&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/andrew-uk-diplomat-captured-in-bathrobes-with-epstein-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/andrew-uk-diplomat-captured-in-bathrobes-with-epstein-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DNA from rape victim 'not linked to man jailed']]></title><description><![CDATA[A court hears DNA taken from a victim's clothes had no link to jailed Andrew Malkinson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dna-from-rape-victim-not-linked-to-man-jailed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dna-from-rape-victim-not-linked-to-man-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drop points at West Ham and it's over - Guardiola]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola says the Premier League title race will be "over" if his Manchester City side drop points at West Ham on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drop-points-at-west-ham-and-its-over-guardiola/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drop-points-at-west-ham-and-its-over-guardiola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Airbnb host's 'party cabin' plans rejected after 'prison watchtower' torn down]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Airbnb garden room, dubbed a "party cabin", has been refused by a council planning committee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/airbnb-hosts-party-cabin-plans-rejected-after-prison-watchtower-torn-down/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/airbnb-hosts-party-cabin-plans-rejected-after-prison-watchtower-torn-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I was fined &pound;150 for feeding a pigeon']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Elkin, 23, was in Manchester for her birthday when she fed the bird in Piccadilly Gardens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-was-fined-pound150-for-feeding-a-pigeon/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-was-fined-pound150-for-feeding-a-pigeon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge fire at industrial estate as people warned to keep windows closed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raikes Lane is closed, with people advised to avoid the area, after fire broke out at about 02:30 GMT.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/huge-fire-at-industrial-estate-as-people-warned-to-keep-windows-closed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/huge-fire-at-industrial-estate-as-people-warned-to-keep-windows-closed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I felt isolated and lonely after becoming a mum']]></title><description><![CDATA[Mother-of-two Becci Higgins set up Beyond Mama to support mums after her own experiences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-felt-isolated-and-lonely-after-becoming-a-mum/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-felt-isolated-and-lonely-after-becoming-a-mum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Everyone at Man Utd loves him' - Owen backs Carrick for job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Owen says he "can't believe people are questioning" whether Michael Carrick should become the permanent manager of Manchester United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/everyone-at-man-utd-loves-him-owen-backs-carrick-for-job/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/everyone-at-man-utd-loves-him-owen-backs-carrick-for-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Businesses angry over bypass roadworks uncertainty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hollingworth locals say they are "beyond frustrated" by congestion and it is affecting their livelihoods.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/businesses-angry-over-bypass-roadworks-uncertainty/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/businesses-angry-over-bypass-roadworks-uncertainty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotspur Press to be demolished and replaced with flats]]></title><description><![CDATA[The building, ravaged by a fire last year, is set to be turned into a student accommodation block.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hotspur-press-to-be-demolished-and-replaced-with-flats/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hotspur-press-to-be-demolished-and-replaced-with-flats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rape accused's wife 'joked about his missing shirt']]></title><description><![CDATA[The ex-wife of a man accused of rape tells a jury her husband came home with no shirt at the time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rape-accuseds-wife-joked-about-his-missing-shirt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rape-accuseds-wife-joked-about-his-missing-shirt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Critical care nurses strike in overtime pay dispute]]></title><description><![CDATA[Union members are picketing at Salford Royal, Royal Oldham, and Fairfield General Hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/critical-care-nurses-strike-in-overtime-pay-dispute/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/critical-care-nurses-strike-in-overtime-pay-dispute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington full-back Taylor-Wray out for weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves full-back Cai Taylor-Wray will miss the next four to six weeks having suffered a hamstring injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-full-back-taylor-wray-out-for-weeks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-full-back-taylor-wray-out-for-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan owners 'exploring avenues' of new investment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owners of Wigan Athletic say they are "exploring" options to bring additional investment into the club, including a full sale.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-owners-exploring-avenues-of-new-investment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-owners-exploring-avenues-of-new-investment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman who falsely accused 10 men of rape jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stacey Sharples, of Farnworth, is sentenced after admitting 10 counts of perverting the course of justice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-who-falsely-accused-10-men-of-rape-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-who-falsely-accused-10-men-of-rape-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men charged over fatal early hours crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sylvester Abayomi, 50, died in the crash on Kingsway in Burnage early on Monday morning, say police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-men-charged-over-fatal-early-hours-crash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-men-charged-over-fatal-early-hours-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MIPIM GALLERY | The UK’s untapped power player - Place North West]]></title><description><![CDATA[MIPIM GALLERY | The UK&rsquo;s untapped power player&nbsp;&nbsp;Place North West]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mipim-gallery-the-uks-untapped-power-player-place-north-west/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mipim-gallery-the-uks-untapped-power-player-place-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I created a harness to keep my autistic son safe']]></title><description><![CDATA[A mum who feared for her son's safety whenever she left the house has created a special safety device.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-created-a-harness-to-keep-my-autistic-son-safe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-created-a-harness-to-keep-my-autistic-son-safe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK prosecutors lose Kneecap terror charge appeal - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK prosecutors lose Kneecap terror charge appeal&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-prosecutors-lose-kneecap-terror-charge-appeal-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-prosecutors-lose-kneecap-terror-charge-appeal-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man's house death no longer treated as murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man, 49, who was arrested on suspicion of murder will face no further action, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mans-house-death-no-longer-treated-as-murder/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mans-house-death-no-longer-treated-as-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RAF pilot died from serious head injuries in paragliding quarry crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flt Lt Geoff Corser died in an off-duty paragliding accident at Dinorwig Quarry last August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/raf-pilot-died-from-serious-head-injuries-in-paragliding-quarry-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/raf-pilot-died-from-serious-head-injuries-in-paragliding-quarry-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tory politician used Senedd resources for party politics, says watchdog]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senedd members to be asked to reprimand Janet Finch-Saunders next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tory-politician-used-senedd-resources-for-party-politics-says-watchdog/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tory-politician-used-senedd-resources-for-party-politics-says-watchdog/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two jailed after £40k tyre theft and motorway chase]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dean Higgins, 35, and Connor Barnett, 21, stole the tyres from a parked lorry before fleeing scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-jailed-after-40k-tyre-theft-and-motorway-chase/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-jailed-after-40k-tyre-theft-and-motorway-chase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My van was stolen with seven dogs inside']]></title><description><![CDATA[People Failsworth are continuing to search for the last of the dogs that were in the van at the time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-van-was-stolen-with-seven-dogs-inside/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-van-was-stolen-with-seven-dogs-inside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strong winds warning issued for north Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strong wind may cause disruption in parts of Wales on Thursday, the Met Office warns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/strong-winds-warning-issued-for-north-wales/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/strong-winds-warning-issued-for-north-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protests at Corrie star's old house in HMO mix-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Protesters falsely thought the former Coronation Street star's old home was going to house immigrants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/protests-at-corrie-stars-old-house-in-hmo-mix-up/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/protests-at-corrie-stars-old-house-in-hmo-mix-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My nan ended up in hospital after fighting wrongly-issued parking ticket']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jackie Whitehurst, 82, spent six weeks in hospital after falling outside court - where she won her case.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-nan-ended-up-in-hospital-after-fighting-wrongly-issued-parking-ticket/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-nan-ended-up-in-hospital-after-fighting-wrongly-issued-parking-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meeting my death-row pen pal after 20 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhys Williams became friends with convicted killer Roderick Orme after the pair began exchanging letters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/meeting-my-death-row-pen-pal-after-20-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/meeting-my-death-row-pen-pal-after-20-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale sign South African prop Dlamini for next season]]></title><description><![CDATA[South African tighthead prop Cebo Dlamini will join Sale Sharks on a two-year deal from next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-sign-south-african-prop-dlamini-for-next-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-sign-south-african-prop-dlamini-for-next-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan's French out for four months with hamstring tear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors stand-off Bevan French will be out for around four months having torn his hamstring.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigans-french-out-for-four-months-with-hamstring-tear/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigans-french-out-for-four-months-with-hamstring-tear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eni Aluko wins Joey Barton libel case over X posts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barton is told to pay the former England footballer more than &pound;300k over two posts he made in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/eni-aluko-wins-joey-barton-libel-case-over-x-posts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/eni-aluko-wins-joey-barton-libel-case-over-x-posts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why is fuel getting more expensive?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mat Trewern explains why overseas conflicts cause rises in fuel prices for the public.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-is-fuel-getting-more-expensive/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-is-fuel-getting-more-expensive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joey Barton charged after assault near golf club]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former footballer is arrested along with a second suspect near Huyton and Prescot Golf Club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/joey-barton-charged-after-assault-near-golf-club/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/joey-barton-charged-after-assault-near-golf-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gary Neville to restore pub he was set to demolish]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gary Neville is to restore Manchester's only pub which witnessed the Peterloo massacre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gary-neville-to-restore-pub-he-was-set-to-demolish/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gary-neville-to-restore-pub-he-was-set-to-demolish/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The North West village named UK’s top ‘fairytale’ destination - Manchester Evening News]]></title><description><![CDATA[The North West village named UK&rsquo;s top &lsquo;fairytale&rsquo; destination&nbsp;&nbsp;Manchester Evening News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-north-west-village-named-uks-top-fairytale-destination-manchester-evening-news/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-north-west-village-named-uks-top-fairytale-destination-manchester-evening-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Authority says it needs three more councillors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington council wants three new councillors to ensure &ldquo;fair representation&rdquo;.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/authority-says-it-needs-three-more-councillors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/authority-says-it-needs-three-more-councillors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Mobile child chemo unit will be a game changer for our teenage son']]></title><description><![CDATA[The dad of a teenager with leukaemia says shorter travelling times for treatment will help hugely.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mobile-child-chemo-unit-will-be-a-game-changer-for-our-teenage-son/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mobile-child-chemo-unit-will-be-a-game-changer-for-our-teenage-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK MPs reject Aussie-style kids' social media ban - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK MPs reject Aussie-style kids' social media ban&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-mps-reject-aussie-style-kids-social-media-ban-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-mps-reject-aussie-style-kids-social-media-ban-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK North West Animation Grows to £120 million but Freelancers Face Rising Uncertainty - Señal News - Senal News]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK North West Animation Grows to &pound;120 million but Freelancers Face Rising Uncertainty - Se&ntilde;al News&nbsp;&nbsp;Senal News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-north-west-animation-grows-to-120-million-but-freelancers-face-rising-uncertainty-seal-news-senal-news/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-north-west-animation-grows-to-120-million-but-freelancers-face-rising-uncertainty-seal-news-senal-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK North West Animation Grows to £120 million but Freelancers Face Rising Uncertainty - Señal News - Señal News]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK North West Animation Grows to &pound;120 million but Freelancers Face Rising Uncertainty - Se&ntilde;al News&nbsp;&nbsp;Se&ntilde;al News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-north-west-animation-grows-to-120-million-but-freelancers-face-rising-uncertainty-seal-news-seal-news/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-north-west-animation-grows-to-120-million-but-freelancers-face-rising-uncertainty-seal-news-seal-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rape victim 'warned police Andy Malkinson may not be attacker']]></title><description><![CDATA[A woman who identified an innocent man as her attacker says police dismissed her concerns as "trial nerves".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rape-victim-warned-police-andy-malkinson-may-not-be-attacker/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rape-victim-warned-police-andy-malkinson-may-not-be-attacker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IRA bomb victims' civil court case begins against Gerry Adams]]></title><description><![CDATA[The men are seeking a ruling that Adams is personally liable for decisions to plant car bombs in London and Manchester in 1973 and 1996.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ira-bomb-victims-civil-court-case-begins-against-gerry-adams/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ira-bomb-victims-civil-court-case-begins-against-gerry-adams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City's Rodri fined &pound;80,000 for ref comments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City midfielder Rodri is fined for saying the referee was not "neutral" in last month's Premier League draw at Tottenham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-citys-rodri-fined-pound80000-for-ref-comments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-citys-rodri-fined-pound80000-for-ref-comments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP Spencer given police escort from violent demo]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Green Party MP was put into a waiting police car after a demonstration turned violent in Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mp-spencer-given-police-escort-from-violent-demo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mp-spencer-given-police-escort-from-violent-demo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale prop Harper to join Newcastle at end of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks tighthead prop James Harper is to leave the club at the end of the season to join Newcastle Red Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-prop-harper-to-join-newcastle-at-end-of-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-prop-harper-to-join-newcastle-at-end-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Island for sale for the price of a semi-detached house attracts 'lots of interest']]></title><description><![CDATA[Potential buyers are exploring Ynys Gifftan, a 17.74-acre private island lying in an estuary near Portmeirion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/island-for-sale-for-the-price-of-a-semi-detached-house-attracts-lots-of-interest/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/island-for-sale-for-the-price-of-a-semi-detached-house-attracts-lots-of-interest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two arrested after man dies in two-car crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The man, aged in his 50s, was killed in the crash just after 04:30 GMT on Kingsway in Burnage, Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-arrested-after-man-dies-in-two-car-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-arrested-after-man-dies-in-two-car-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Extraordinary reasons' for port disruption affecting rugby fans' return ferries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferries between Dublin and Holyhead are cancelled or delayed due to "technical" issues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/extraordinary-reasons-for-port-disruption-affecting-rugby-fans-return-ferries/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/extraordinary-reasons-for-port-disruption-affecting-rugby-fans-return-ferries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Mob rule' fears over town centre yobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[A range of businesses in Wigan town centre have said antisocial behaviour has become a real issue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mob-rule-fears-over-town-centre-yobs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mob-rule-fears-over-town-centre-yobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man with fatal illness in 36-hour corridor wait]]></title><description><![CDATA[The widow of a man who died from encephalitis says he had to wait seven hours for a doctor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-with-fatal-illness-in-36-hour-corridor-wait/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-with-fatal-illness-in-36-hour-corridor-wait/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Littler 'digs deep' to go back-to-back at UK Open]]></title><description><![CDATA[World number one Luke Littler successfully defends his UK Open title, beating James Wade in the final in Minehead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-digs-deep-to-go-back-to-back-at-uk-open/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-digs-deep-to-go-back-to-back-at-uk-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five arrested outside pub over disorder after Welsh Cup semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[The incident happened after Flint Town United beat Bangor in the Welsh Cup semi-final on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/five-arrested-outside-pub-over-disorder-after-welsh-cup-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/five-arrested-outside-pub-over-disorder-after-welsh-cup-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I didn't know I was at high prostate cancer risk']]></title><description><![CDATA[Maurice Blake says he never knew that one-in-four black men face prostate cancer - double the average.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-didnt-know-i-was-at-high-prostate-cancer-risk/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-didnt-know-i-was-at-high-prostate-cancer-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could graphene come of age in Atom Valley?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andy Burnham says graphene's journey to world domination will begin in some fields next to the M62.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/could-graphene-come-of-age-in-atom-valley/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/could-graphene-come-of-age-in-atom-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['When you're with me, you're not bored' - Malard bringing sunshine to Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport meets Manchester United and France forward Melvine Malard to discover her story.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/when-youre-with-me-youre-not-bored-malard-bringing-sunshine-to-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/when-youre-with-me-youre-not-bored-malard-bringing-sunshine-to-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town is in the North West - it's not in Manchester or Liverpool - Liverpool Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town is in the North West - it's not in Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;Liverpool Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-is-in-the-north-west-its-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-liverpool-echo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 03:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-is-in-the-north-west-its-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-liverpool-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'll go on holiday' - Guardiola fumes as touchline ban looms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is facing a two-game touchline ban after being booked for the sixth time this season during Saturday's FA Cup win at Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ill-go-on-holiday-guardiola-fumes-as-touchline-ban-looms/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 01:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ill-go-on-holiday-guardiola-fumes-as-touchline-ban-looms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan overpower Toulouse to keep up perfect start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors run in four tries in 14 minutes as they overpower Toulouse Olympique to maintain their 100% winning start to their Super League season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-overpower-toulouse-to-keep-up-perfect-start/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 19:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-overpower-toulouse-to-keep-up-perfect-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three men jailed after biker feud escalates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police likened the feud to a "real world" example of the biker gang crime drama Sons of Anarchy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-men-jailed-after-biker-feud-escalates/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-men-jailed-after-biker-feud-escalates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comedian opens coffee kiosk to continue son's legacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Justin Moorhouse says he is moving forward and 'looking for joy' after son's sudden death in December.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/comedian-opens-coffee-kiosk-to-continue-sons-legacy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/comedian-opens-coffee-kiosk-to-continue-sons-legacy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norfolk Vanguard West Offshore Wind Project, North Sea, UK - Power Technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norfolk Vanguard West Offshore Wind Project, North Sea, UK&nbsp;&nbsp;Power Technology]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/norfolk-vanguard-west-offshore-wind-project-north-sea-uk-power-technology/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/norfolk-vanguard-west-offshore-wind-project-north-sea-uk-power-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who was Ann Lee who inspired a Hollywood film?]]></title><description><![CDATA[From humble beginnings in Manchester to leader of a radical religious sect she took to America, who was Ann Lee?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/who-was-ann-lee-who-inspired-a-hollywood-film/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/who-was-ann-lee-who-inspired-a-hollywood-film/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Ballet has taken me from Moss Side to Manhattan']]></title><description><![CDATA[Nahum McLean is a professional ballet dancer - but he never dared to talk about his passion as a child.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ballet-has-taken-me-from-moss-side-to-manhattan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ballet-has-taken-me-from-moss-side-to-manhattan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Littler's UK Open defence off to winning start]]></title><description><![CDATA[World number one Luke Littler gets his UK Open defence off to a winning start, overcoming Damon Heta 10-3 with his second 'Big Fish' checkout in as many days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littlers-uk-open-defence-off-to-winning-start/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littlers-uk-open-defence-off-to-winning-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catalans edge out Leigh to return to winning ways]]></title><description><![CDATA[Catalans Dragons return to winning ways following back-to-back Super League defeats with a narrow victory at Leigh Leopards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/catalans-edge-out-leigh-to-return-to-winning-ways/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 23:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/catalans-edge-out-leigh-to-return-to-winning-ways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug dealer who aimed loaded gun at PC jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The officer told how he feared for his life when the weapon was pointed at him by Jay Conway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drug-dealer-who-aimed-loaded-gun-at-pc-jailed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drug-dealer-who-aimed-loaded-gun-at-pc-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancs and Somerset latest to cancel Middle East tours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire, Somerset, Durham, Yorkshire, Glamorgan and Worcestershire cancel pre-season tours of the Middle East amid the escalating conflict in the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-and-somerset-latest-to-cancel-middle-east-tours/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-and-somerset-latest-to-cancel-middle-east-tours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Styles gives pupils at old school 100 free tickets for show]]></title><description><![CDATA[The star made the kind gesture for his former school in the village of Holmes Chapel in Cheshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-gives-pupils-at-old-school-100-free-tickets-for-show/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-gives-pupils-at-old-school-100-free-tickets-for-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salford captain Garbutt given two-game ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salford City captain Luke Garbutt is given a two-game ban and &pound;500 fine following his sending off against Cheltenham Town in February.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/salford-captain-garbutt-given-two-game-ban/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/salford-captain-garbutt-given-two-game-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Axel Springer to buy publisher of UK Daily Telegraph - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Axel Springer to buy publisher of UK Daily Telegraph&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/axel-springer-to-buy-publisher-of-uk-daily-telegraph-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/axel-springer-to-buy-publisher-of-uk-daily-telegraph-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested in Portugal over Manchester murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Soyoye, 16, was chased before being kicked and stabbed to death by nine attackers in 2020.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-arrested-in-portugal-over-manchester-murder/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-arrested-in-portugal-over-manchester-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New contract for Rochdale captain Ebanks-Landell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ethan Ebanks-Landell agrees a deal to stay at the Crown Oil Arena until the summer of 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-contract-for-rochdale-captain-ebanks-landell/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-contract-for-rochdale-captain-ebanks-landell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everything fans need to know ahead of Harry Styles One Night Only Manchester show]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former One Direction star will perform songs from his fourth solo album in Manchester on Friday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/everything-fans-need-to-know-ahead-of-harry-styles-one-night-only-manchester-show/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/everything-fans-need-to-know-ahead-of-harry-styles-one-night-only-manchester-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sycamore Gap tree sapling takes root in Manchester]]></title><description><![CDATA[A sapling from the illegally felled Sycamore Gap tree is taking root in Newton Heath.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sycamore-gap-tree-sapling-takes-root-in-manchester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sycamore-gap-tree-sapling-takes-root-in-manchester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Holi events across the north-west of England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out where some of the celebrations to mark Holi - the Hindu festival of colour - are scheduled.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/holi-events-across-the-north-west-of-england/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/holi-events-across-the-north-west-of-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Littler spoils Welsh party with Premier League win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luke Littler beats Premier League leader Jonny Clayton 6-4 in a top class final at Utilita Arena in Cardiff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-spoils-welsh-party-with-premier-league-win/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-spoils-welsh-party-with-premier-league-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 19, severely injured in 'targeted' shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greater Manchester Police say the man suffered life-changing injuries to his leg.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-19-severely-injured-in-targeted-shooting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-19-severely-injured-in-targeted-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 19, 'has life-changing injuries' after shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greater Manchester Police say the man suffered life-changing injuries to his leg.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-19-has-life-changing-injuries-after-shooting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-19-has-life-changing-injuries-after-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We're so happy we bagged Harry Styles tickets for our work']]></title><description><![CDATA[Fans came from far and wide to complete voluntary work in exchange for a place at the star's concert.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-so-happy-we-bagged-harry-styles-tickets-for-our-work/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-so-happy-we-bagged-harry-styles-tickets-for-our-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rape suspect 'made frequent online searches of case']]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Quinn denies a rape that led to the conviction and jailing of Andrew Malkinson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rape-suspect-made-frequent-online-searches-of-case/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rape-suspect-made-frequent-online-searches-of-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester rapper Aitch to star in Mobo Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rapper is lined up for the ceremony being held in his home city for the first time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-rapper-aitch-to-star-in-mobo-awards/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-rapper-aitch-to-star-in-mobo-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We'll never know' - Burnham on his by-election chances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham says no one can know if he might have retained Labour's seat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/well-never-know-burnham-on-his-by-election-chances/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/well-never-know-burnham-on-his-by-election-chances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sisters drowned after paddle at national park beauty spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Llanberis mountain rescuers told the inquest the women somehow fell or slipped and were unable to get out of the water.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sisters-drowned-after-paddle-at-national-park-beauty-spot/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sisters-drowned-after-paddle-at-national-park-beauty-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judicial review over whether government failed to act after abuse inquiry]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Maggie Oliver Foundation has campaigned for tougher action against grooming gangs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/judicial-review-over-whether-government-failed-to-act-after-abuse-inquiry/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/judicial-review-over-whether-government-failed-to-act-after-abuse-inquiry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body-worn cameras make us feel safe, says A&amp;E nurse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hospitals in Bury, Oldham, Rochdale and Salford are using the cameras to tackle the abuse of staff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/body-worn-cameras-make-us-feel-safe-says-aampe-nurse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/body-worn-cameras-make-us-feel-safe-says-aampe-nurse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cycle lane paused after thousands of locals object]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents say the Salford active travel scheme would be a "disaster" and worsen already bad traffic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cycle-lane-paused-after-thousands-of-locals-object/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cycle-lane-paused-after-thousands-of-locals-object/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My son defied the odds to walk me down the aisle']]></title><description><![CDATA[From the age of three months, Chester was struggling to meet developmental milestones.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-son-defied-the-odds-to-walk-me-down-the-aisle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-son-defied-the-odds-to-walk-me-down-the-aisle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I never point fingers' - Man City blink first in title race]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola's Manchester City have blinked first in the run-in during this season's Premier League title race - so has the momentum now swung Arsenal's way?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-never-point-fingers-man-city-blink-first-in-title-race/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-never-point-fingers-man-city-blink-first-in-title-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greater Manchester's council elections in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[People living in all 10 boroughs of Greater Manchester will head to the polls on Thursday 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/greater-manchesters-council-elections-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/greater-manchesters-council-elections-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maguire given reduced 15-month suspended sentence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has his suspended sentence reduced to 15 months at a retrial following an incident in Greece in 2020.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/maguire-given-reduced-15-month-suspended-sentence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/maguire-given-reduced-15-month-suspended-sentence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prime Group ties up UK Events Group deal - Place North West]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prime Group ties up UK Events Group deal&nbsp;&nbsp;Place North West]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prime-group-ties-up-uk-events-group-deal-place-north-west/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prime-group-ties-up-uk-events-group-deal-place-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fletcher banned for six games for homophobic slur]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United midfielder Jack Fletcher apologises for using a homophobic slur that has led to him receiving a six-match ban.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fletcher-banned-for-six-games-for-homophobic-slur/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fletcher-banned-for-six-games-for-homophobic-slur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salford take 'collective responsibility' for loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salford City boss Karl Robinson says they must take a collective responsibility over their defeat by League Two play-off rivals Grimsby Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/salford-take-collective-responsibility-for-loss/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/salford-take-collective-responsibility-for-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Emergency brake' to curb rising asylum claims in UK - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA['Emergency brake' to curb rising asylum claims in UK&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/emergency-brake-to-curb-rising-asylum-claims-in-uk-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/emergency-brake-to-curb-rising-asylum-claims-in-uk-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not Winston Churchill': Trump's sledge at UK's Starmer - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA['Not Winston Churchill': Trump's sledge at UK's Starmer&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/not-winston-churchill-trumps-sledge-at-uks-starmer-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 01:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/not-winston-churchill-trumps-sledge-at-uks-starmer-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why did 'blacked out' helicopters fly over city?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several residents say they were left shaken after "blacked out" helicopters landed at Media City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-did-blacked-out-helicopters-fly-over-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-did-blacked-out-helicopters-fly-over-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Myfanwy the mammoth roamed 15,000 years ago, testing shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Myfanwy is one of the oldest mammoths to have re-populated Britain towards the end of the last Ice Age.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/myfanwy-the-mammoth-roamed-15000-years-ago-testing-shows/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/myfanwy-the-mammoth-roamed-15000-years-ago-testing-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Myfanwy the mammoth lived 15,000 years ago, testing shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Myfanwy is one of the oldest mammoths to have re-populated Britain towards the end of the last Ice Age.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/myfanwy-the-mammoth-lived-15000-years-ago-testing-shows/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/myfanwy-the-mammoth-lived-15000-years-ago-testing-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anderson phone call sealed Singh Dale's Lancs move]]></title><description><![CDATA[The chance to bowl alongside Sir James Anderson was a clinching factor in Ajeet Singh Dale's move to Lancashire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anderson-phone-call-sealed-singh-dales-lancs-move/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/anderson-phone-call-sealed-singh-dales-lancs-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three jailed after boy, 15, stabbed during robbery]]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim underwent emergency surgery after being stabbed twice during the robbery, a court is told.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-jailed-after-boy-15-stabbed-during-robbery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-jailed-after-boy-15-stabbed-during-robbery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salford assistant boss Bruce gets touchline ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Bruce accepts a charge of foul and abusive language towards a match official after a game at Cheltenham Town last month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/salford-assistant-boss-bruce-gets-touchline-ban/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/salford-assistant-boss-bruce-gets-touchline-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very lucky' Manchester passengers back from Dubai]]></title><description><![CDATA[Families wait at Manchester Airport as the first flight arrives from Dubai since the Middle East war started]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/very-lucky-manchester-passengers-back-from-dubai/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/very-lucky-manchester-passengers-back-from-dubai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officers awarded for arresting armed drug dealer]]></title><description><![CDATA[PC Walker says drug dealer was millimetres away from stabbing him in the neck as he lunged at police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/officers-awarded-for-arresting-armed-drug-dealer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/officers-awarded-for-arresting-armed-drug-dealer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged over alleged £12.4k Oasis tickets scam]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Cavanagh, from Liverpool, is facing 17 charges of fraud linked to fake concert tickets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-over-alleged-124k-oasis-tickets-scam/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-over-alleged-124k-oasis-tickets-scam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Macclesfield FC ground targeted by arsonists]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters were called to the home of the Silkmen in Cheshire after flames were seen over a wall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/macclesfield-fc-ground-targeted-by-arsonists/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/macclesfield-fc-ground-targeted-by-arsonists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Mum spent 24 hours in hospital corridor so narrow people kept knocking catheter']]></title><description><![CDATA[The daughter of a 96-year-old woman who waited 24 hours in a hospital corridor for a bed speaks out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mum-spent-24-hours-in-hospital-corridor-so-narrow-people-kept-knocking-catheter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mum-spent-24-hours-in-hospital-corridor-so-narrow-people-kept-knocking-catheter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Learner arrested for drug driving during test]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 26-year-old was stopped by officers after they spotted a defective brake light.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/learner-arrested-for-drug-driving-during-test/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/learner-arrested-for-drug-driving-during-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norris, Littler and Lionesses up for Laureus awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lando Norris, Luke Littler and the England women's football team are among the nominees for this year's Laureus World Sports Awards with the winners to be announced in April.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/norris-littler-and-lionesses-up-for-laureus-awards/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/norris-littler-and-lionesses-up-for-laureus-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland? Kane? R9? Ranking the best centre-forwards this century]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who are the best centre-forwards of the 21st Century? We've had a go at trying to whittle down a pretty formidable list.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/haaland-kane-r9-ranking-the-best-centre-forwards-this-century/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/haaland-kane-r9-ranking-the-best-centre-forwards-this-century/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Styles concert to be streamed on Netflix]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former One Direction star will sing songs from his fourth solo album live in Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-concert-to-be-streamed-on-netflix/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-concert-to-be-streamed-on-netflix/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan full-back Field sidelined with appendicitis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors full-back Jai Field faces four to six weeks on the sidelines after being diagnosed with appendicitis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-full-back-field-sidelined-with-appendicitis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-full-back-field-sidelined-with-appendicitis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernard Manning club 'to become health centre']]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Famous Embassy Club in Manchester was bought by the council from Manning's son.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bernard-manning-club-to-become-health-centre/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bernard-manning-club-to-become-health-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metal detectorist stumbles on sinister 'witchcraft' note]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire decorator Alex Farrow made the unsettling discovery, thought to be more than a century old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/metal-detectorist-stumbles-on-sinister-witchcraft-note/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/metal-detectorist-stumbles-on-sinister-witchcraft-note/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The one that got away - Carrick returns to Tyneside]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Carrick will very much be a Manchester United man when he takes his side to St James' Park on Wednesday night - but the boyhood Newcastle United supporter has not forgotten his roots.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-one-that-got-away-carrick-returns-to-tyneside/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-one-that-got-away-carrick-returns-to-tyneside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flintoff signs contract extension with Lancashire]]></title><description><![CDATA[England Lions player Rocky Flintoff is one of three Lancashire academy graduates to agree new deals with the county.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/flintoff-signs-contract-extension-with-lancashire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/flintoff-signs-contract-extension-with-lancashire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suggested 'Welsh speakers only' condition on housing estate deemed illegal]]></title><description><![CDATA[A community council wanted a clause to only rent or sell the houses to Welsh speakers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/suggested-welsh-speakers-only-condition-on-housing-estate-deemed-illegal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/suggested-welsh-speakers-only-condition-on-housing-estate-deemed-illegal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why the North West means business – and delivers - KPMG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why the North West means business &ndash; and delivers&nbsp;&nbsp;KPMG]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-the-north-west-means-business-and-delivers-kpmg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-the-north-west-means-business-and-delivers-kpmg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who will win race for the Champions League?]]></title><description><![CDATA[England are likely to have five spots in next season's Champions League. With Arsenal and Manchester City set to take two of them, who will claim the others?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/who-will-win-race-for-the-champions-league/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/who-will-win-race-for-the-champions-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Would it be bigger gamble not to give Carrick Man Utd job?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With six wins and a draw from seven games in charge of Manchester United, would it prove more of a gamble not to give Michael Carrick the head coach position full-time?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/would-it-be-bigger-gamble-not-to-give-carrick-man-utd-job/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/would-it-be-bigger-gamble-not-to-give-carrick-man-utd-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[British Iranians take to streets of Manchester hours after US-Israeli strikes]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 1,000 British Iranians attended a rally in Manchester city centre this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/british-iranians-take-to-streets-of-manchester-hours-after-us-israeli-strikes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/british-iranians-take-to-streets-of-manchester-hours-after-us-israeli-strikes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers face delays after earlier M6 closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Highways say there are delays of up to an hour after the M6 was shut earlier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drivers-face-delays-after-earlier-m6-closure/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/drivers-face-delays-after-earlier-m6-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angry Ginge says Brits show city is 'place to be']]></title><description><![CDATA[The I'm a Celebrity winner was at the music event at the Co-op Arena on Saturday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/angry-ginge-says-brits-show-city-is-place-to-be/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/angry-ginge-says-brits-show-city-is-place-to-be/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK sets first Lancashire County Council budget - Central Radio North West]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK sets first Lancashire County Council budget&nbsp;&nbsp;Central Radio North West]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-uk-sets-first-lancashire-county-council-budget-central-radio-north-west/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-uk-sets-first-lancashire-county-council-budget-central-radio-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town's theatre reopens for first time since 2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heywood Civic has undergone a &pound;6.3m redevelopment to attract bigger acts to the stage, organisers say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/towns-theatre-reopens-for-first-time-since-2020/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/towns-theatre-reopens-for-first-time-since-2020/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Rules are there to be broken': The women's team who defied football ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Manchester-formed team, known as The Corinthians, were determined to play the game they loved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rules-are-there-to-be-broken-the-womens-team-who-defied-football-ban/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rules-are-there-to-be-broken-the-womens-team-who-defied-football-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick not interested in personal Glasner duel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick comes up against one of the major contenders for the permanent job when Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace go to Old Trafford on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-not-interested-in-personal-glasner-duel/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 23:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-not-interested-in-personal-glasner-duel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free-scoring Semenyo takes burden off Haaland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have often been accused of being too reliant on Erling Haaland this season. There are signs that could be changing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/free-scoring-semenyo-takes-burden-off-haaland/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 23:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/free-scoring-semenyo-takes-burden-off-haaland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boos heard during Ramadan pause at Elland Road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boos are heard during a brief break in play to allow players observing Ramadan to break their fast during Saturday's match between Leeds United and Manchester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boos-heard-during-ramadan-pause-at-elland-road/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 22:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boos-heard-during-ramadan-pause-at-elland-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minister Josh Simons resigns after Labour Together claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simons faced claims the think tank he used to run commissioned a report which looked into the background of journalists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/minister-josh-simons-resigns-after-labour-together-claims/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/minister-josh-simons-resigns-after-labour-together-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington beat Wakefield to extend winning start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves make it two wins from two in Super League by withstanding a strong Wakefield Trinity fightback at the Halliwell Jones Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-beat-wakefield-to-extend-winning-start/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 20:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-beat-wakefield-to-extend-winning-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brits red carpet in pictures: Arrivals of Harry Styles, Olivia Dean and Lola Young]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stars including Olivia Dean, Lola Young and Rosal&iacute;a turned out for the Brit Awards in Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/brits-red-carpet-in-pictures-arrivals-of-harry-styles-olivia-dean-and-lola-young/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 20:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/brits-red-carpet-in-pictures-arrivals-of-harry-styles-olivia-dean-and-lola-young/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New £20 Harry Styles tickets axed over tout fears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ticketmaster says it has cancelled some new tickets for Harry Styles One Night Only Manchester show.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-20-harry-styles-tickets-axed-over-tout-fears/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-20-harry-styles-tickets-axed-over-tout-fears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The Royle Family wrote me into cultural history']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ralf Little, who played Antony in the BBC comedy, will be starring at the Liverpool Playhouse in May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-royle-family-wrote-me-into-cultural-history/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-royle-family-wrote-me-into-cultural-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I need 120 pills a week to deal with the agony caused by vaginal mesh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kerry Watson is one of 25 women to get compensation after operations done by a single surgeon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-need-120-pills-a-week-to-deal-with-the-agony-caused-by-vaginal-mesh/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-need-120-pills-a-week-to-deal-with-the-agony-caused-by-vaginal-mesh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester trams given new voice for Brits]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 24-year-old's voice can be heard on services running from Manchester city centre to the ceremony.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-trams-given-new-voice-for-brits/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-trams-given-new-voice-for-brits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK reports by-election 'family voting' concerns to police]]></title><description><![CDATA[It comes after election observers raised concerns about "extremely high" levels of family voting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-uk-reports-by-election-family-voting-concerns-to-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-uk-reports-by-election-family-voting-concerns-to-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Only Welsh speakers should live on new housing estate, local council says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council in Gywnedd, north Wales, wants a housing estate to be reserved for Welsh speakers only.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/only-welsh-speakers-should-live-on-new-housing-estate-local-council-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/only-welsh-speakers-should-live-on-new-housing-estate-local-council-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen who boasted about killing boy, 14, detained]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ibrahima Seck, 14, was stabbed in the heart in Manchester while on his way to play football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/teen-who-boasted-about-killing-boy-14-detained/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/teen-who-boasted-about-killing-boy-14-detained/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man entered mosque with zip ties and balaclava, court told]]></title><description><![CDATA[Darren Connor is alleged to have taken an axe and hammer into Manchester Central Mosque.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-entered-mosque-with-zip-ties-and-balaclava-court-told/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-entered-mosque-with-zip-ties-and-balaclava-court-told/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We were bullied for years before our son was killed']]></title><description><![CDATA[The parents of 14-year-old Ibrahima Seck say they were being harassed and bullied for years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/we-were-bullied-for-years-before-our-son-was-killed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/we-were-bullied-for-years-before-our-son-was-killed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Powell wary of improving Warrington - watch on BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daryl Powell says Wakefield Trinity have their work cut out to repeat last season's double over Warrington when the two meet for the first time this year on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/powell-wary-of-improving-warrington-watch-on-bbc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/powell-wary-of-improving-warrington-watch-on-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gorton and Denton voters 'buzzing' and 'relieved']]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents in Gorton and Denton share their opinions after the Green's historic by-election victory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gorton-and-denton-voters-buzzing-and-relieved/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gorton-and-denton-voters-buzzing-and-relieved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem relegation scrapped from 2026-27 season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Traditional promotion and relegation to and from the Prem will be scrapped from the 2026-27 season as landmark changes to the English game are voted through.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prem-relegation-scrapped-from-2026-27-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/prem-relegation-scrapped-from-2026-27-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From plumber to Parliament: the Green Party's new MP]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spencer marked her victory by apologising to customers for potentially having to cancel work due to her Westminster move.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-plumber-to-parliament-the-green-partys-new-mp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-plumber-to-parliament-the-green-partys-new-mp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Scary' and 'ruthless' Wigan out to regain crown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors win their opening three Super League games as they look to regain the title they won in 2023 and 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/scary-and-ruthless-wigan-out-to-regain-crown/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/scary-and-ruthless-wigan-out-to-regain-crown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walkers' bodies found on ridge near summit of Wales' highest mountain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jayden Long, 19, and Eddie Hill, 20, from Norfolk, were found on a Crib y Ddysgl, near Wales&rsquo; highest mountain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/walkers-bodies-found-on-ridge-near-summit-of-wales-highest-mountain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/walkers-bodies-found-on-ridge-near-summit-of-wales-highest-mountain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City to face Real Madrid in Champions League's last 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea will play holders Paris St-Germain in the Champions League last 16 while Manchester City will face Real Madrid in the knockout stages for a fifth straight season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-to-face-real-madrid-in-champions-leagues-last-16/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-to-face-real-madrid-in-champions-leagues-last-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Camera installed to catch 'reckless' sailors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Footage from newly installed camera could be used to prosecute anyone breaking harbour speed limits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/camera-installed-to-catch-reckless-sailors/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/camera-installed-to-catch-reckless-sailors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Tories' worst-ever result cost them &pound;500]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Conservatives polled so few votes in the Gorton and Denton by-election that they lost their deposit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-tories-worst-ever-result-cost-them-pound500/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-tories-worst-ever-result-cost-them-pound500/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All you need to know about Netball Super League 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[London Pulse start as defending champions as the Netball Super League returns. Learn about kit pioneers, new faces, new venues, and find out how to watch the action on BBC Sport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-you-need-to-know-about-netball-super-league-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-you-need-to-know-about-netball-super-league-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Asda worker paid for couple's shopping because 'it just felt right']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Asda staff member came to the rescue to help two parents following the birth of their new baby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/asda-worker-paid-for-couples-shopping-because-it-just-felt-right/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/asda-worker-paid-for-couples-shopping-because-it-just-felt-right/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Pictures: Greens' historic win at by-election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Images capture the end of a pivotal contest that was seen as a test of Kier Starmer's leadership.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/in-pictures-greens-historic-win-at-by-election/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/in-pictures-greens-historic-win-at-by-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester at the Brits quiz - test your knowledge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester's impact on the Brits stretches back four decades, but how much do you remember?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-at-the-brits-quiz-test-your-knowledge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-at-the-brits-quiz-test-your-knowledge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olivia Dean's radiant show warms Manchester up for the Brits]]></title><description><![CDATA[The star, nominated for five prizes at the Brits, plays a low-key gig to get Manchester in the mood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/olivia-deans-radiant-show-warms-manchester-up-for-the-brits/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/olivia-deans-radiant-show-warms-manchester-up-for-the-brits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch Hannah Spencer's by-election victory speech]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new Green MP for Gorton and Denton says "we can demand better without hating each other".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/watch-hannah-spencers-by-election-victory-speech/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/watch-hannah-spencers-by-election-victory-speech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The &pound;37m cost of Man Utd's past two managerial changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ruben Amorim's 14 months in charge of Manchester United have come at a price, with the club now paying up to &pound;15.9m to sack him, in addition to &pound;11m to hire the Portuguese.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-pound37m-cost-of-man-utds-past-two-managerial-changes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-pound37m-cost-of-man-utds-past-two-managerial-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lord selling huge estate at coastal beauty spot – for £10.9m]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lord Newborough said making the "big decision" to sell the estate had not been easy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lord-selling-huge-estate-at-coastal-beauty-spot-for-109m/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lord-selling-huge-estate-at-coastal-beauty-spot-for-109m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City case damaging for Premier League - Tebas]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Premier League has been "damaged" by the fact there is yet to be a verdict in the case against Man City, says Javier Tebas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-case-damaging-for-premier-league-tebas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-city-case-damaging-for-premier-league-tebas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK construction activity January 2026: North West - Construction News]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK construction activity January 2026: North West&nbsp;&nbsp;Construction News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-construction-activity-january-2026-north-west-construction-news/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-construction-activity-january-2026-north-west-construction-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Railway station gets Olivia Dean rebrand for Brits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester's Deansgate rail station was given the temporary new name in tribute to singer Olivia Dean.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/railway-station-gets-olivia-dean-rebrand-for-brits/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/railway-station-gets-olivia-dean-rebrand-for-brits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The vampire-obsessed paper boy whose murder of woman, 90, rocked a village]]></title><description><![CDATA[The murder of Mabel Leyshon was one of the most "horrific" cases a former detective said he'd ever dealt with.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-vampire-obsessed-paper-boy-whose-murder-of-woman-90-rocked-a-village/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-vampire-obsessed-paper-boy-whose-murder-of-woman-90-rocked-a-village/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after 'axe carried into mosque']]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester Central Mosque said the "swift actions of its volunteers" had "contained the situation".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-arrested-after-axe-carried-into-mosque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-arrested-after-axe-carried-into-mosque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who sent abusive messages to former MP sentenced]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zafar Hussain sent a string of abusive online posts to Simon Danczuk before the Rochdale by-election.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-who-sent-abusive-messages-to-former-mp-sentenced/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-who-sent-abusive-messages-to-former-mp-sentenced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beckwith signs on for two more years at Rochdale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rochdale defender Sam Beckwith signs a two-year contract extension to stay at the club until the summer of 2028.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/beckwith-signs-on-for-two-more-years-at-rochdale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/beckwith-signs-on-for-two-more-years-at-rochdale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unbearable tip stench a nightmare, neighbours say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents who live near the illegal waste site in Bickershaw say they feel "forgotten about".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/unbearable-tip-stench-a-nightmare-neighbours-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/unbearable-tip-stench-a-nightmare-neighbours-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheshire East Council agrees 4.99% council tax rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[The authority's budget includes using exceptional financial support for the third year in a row.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cheshire-east-council-agrees-499-council-tax-rise/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cheshire-east-council-agrees-499-council-tax-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd post profit but debt rises to £1.3bn]]></title><description><![CDATA[The amount Manchester United owe increases to almost &pound;1.3bn in outstanding transfer fees, rolling credit facility and legacy debt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-post-profit-but-debt-rises-to-13bn/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-post-profit-but-debt-rises-to-13bn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd ruled out signing Osimhen 'because of Afcon']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Africa Cup of Nations proved to be "a big stumbling block" when Manchester United discussed signing Victor Osimhen, according to former coach Benni McCarthy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-ruled-out-signing-osimhen-because-of-afcon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-ruled-out-signing-osimhen-because-of-afcon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No sanctions over Reform's by-election rule breach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lawyers for Reform UK's Gorton and Denton candidate Matt Goodwin say a printing error was responsible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/no-sanctions-over-reforms-by-election-rule-breach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/no-sanctions-over-reforms-by-election-rule-breach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson seeks turnaround after 'horrific' run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salford City manager Karl Robinson admits his players are down as their League Two promotion push has been dented by a disastrous February.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/robinson-seeks-turnaround-after-horrific-run/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/robinson-seeks-turnaround-after-horrific-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phil Collins, Pink and Shakira nominated for Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jeff Buckley, Lauryn Hill, Pink, Shakira and Mariah Carey are also among the 17 nominees this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/phil-collins-pink-and-shakira-nominated-for-rock-amp-roll-hall-of-fame/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/phil-collins-pink-and-shakira-nominated-for-rock-amp-roll-hall-of-fame/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV's Doctor Foster to return for third and final series]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BBC says the popular drama will return for five new episodes, nine years after series two aired.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tvs-doctor-foster-to-return-for-third-and-final-series/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tvs-doctor-foster-to-return-for-third-and-final-series/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Hero' teen died trying to save friend on railway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Everett desperately tried to push Joshua Myers out of the path of an oncoming train.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hero-teen-died-trying-to-save-friend-on-railway/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hero-teen-died-trying-to-save-friend-on-railway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why every vote will count in Gorton and Denton by-election]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 76,000 voters across two Greater Manchester boroughs head to the polls on Thursday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-every-vote-will-count-in-gorton-and-denton-by-election/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-every-vote-will-count-in-gorton-and-denton-by-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's a 30-minute trip each way now to the tip']]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents say they are facing longer journeys and lengthier queues after several tip closures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/its-a-30-minute-trip-each-way-now-to-the-tip/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/its-a-30-minute-trip-each-way-now-to-the-tip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yates signs on for two more years at Warrington]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australian forward Luke Yates signs a two-year contract extension with Warrington Wolves to stay at the club until 2028.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/yates-signs-on-for-two-more-years-at-warrington/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/yates-signs-on-for-two-more-years-at-warrington/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Champions League return is crucial to Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Up to fourth in the Premier League after Monday's win at Everton, Champions League qualification would be a big boost to Manchester United's finances after two years outside Europe's elite club competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-champions-league-return-is-crucial-to-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-champions-league-return-is-crucial-to-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nominations open for 2026 Make a Difference Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nominations are being taken as the BBC celebrates unsung heroes in local communities across the UK.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nominations-open-for-2026-make-a-difference-awards/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nominations-open-for-2026-make-a-difference-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Special educational needs system 'broken', say parents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two parents whose children have complex educational needs welcome the government's new reforms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/special-educational-needs-system-broken-say-parents/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/special-educational-needs-system-broken-say-parents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starmer says by-election 'a battle of values']]></title><description><![CDATA[Starmer levels criticism against the Greens and Reform during a campaign visit to Gorton and Denton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/starmer-says-by-election-a-battle-of-values/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/starmer-says-by-election-a-battle-of-values/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver carjacked after stopping to buy 'beggar' food]]></title><description><![CDATA[A motorist who stopped to buy food for a woman outside a shop ended up being carjacked, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/driver-carjacked-after-stopping-to-buy-beggar-food/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/driver-carjacked-after-stopping-to-buy-beggar-food/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six councils handed support to help balance books]]></title><description><![CDATA[The authorities have been given the support to help plug budget black holes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/six-councils-handed-support-to-help-balance-books/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/six-councils-handed-support-to-help-balance-books/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man admits stabbing murder of former partner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michele Kennedy, 55, was found with stab wounds outside a home and died five days later.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-admits-stabbing-murder-of-former-partner/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-admits-stabbing-murder-of-former-partner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd's Leny Yoro handed driving ban for speeding]]></title><description><![CDATA[The French footballer was clocked driving at 72mph in his Porsche in a 30mph zone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utds-leny-yoro-handed-driving-ban-for-speeding/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utds-leny-yoro-handed-driving-ban-for-speeding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Detective sacked over John Lewis perfume theft]]></title><description><![CDATA[Det Con Tracey Smith was also banned from John Lewis stores after trying to take the &pound;105 bottle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/detective-sacked-over-john-lewis-perfume-theft/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/detective-sacked-over-john-lewis-perfume-theft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale sign Loganismasi and Canakaivata for next year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fiji internationals Ponipate Loganimasi and Elia Canakaivata will join Sale Sharks next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-sign-loganismasi-and-canakaivata-for-next-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sale-sign-loganismasi-and-canakaivata-for-next-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live facial recognition to be used at Everton v Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police will use live facial recognition in Liverpool later when Everton host Manchester United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/live-facial-recognition-to-be-used-at-everton-v-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/live-facial-recognition-to-be-used-at-everton-v-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Closest I've felt' - Hodgkinson on breaking longest-standing world record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson says she feels "closer than ever" to breaking the women's 800m outdoor record - the longest-standing world record in athletics.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/closest-ive-felt-hodgkinson-on-breaking-longest-standing-world-record/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/closest-ive-felt-hodgkinson-on-breaking-longest-standing-world-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester Piccadilly reopens after £7.9m upgrade]]></title><description><![CDATA[The station was closed for nine days for what Network Rail call a "once in a generation" upgrade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-piccadilly-reopens-after-79m-upgrade/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-piccadilly-reopens-after-79m-upgrade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West drivers ranked second for road etiquette but tailgating remains an issue - Warrington Guardian]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West drivers ranked second for road etiquette but tailgating remains an issue&nbsp;&nbsp;Warrington Guardian]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-drivers-ranked-second-for-road-etiquette-but-tailgating-remains-an-issue-warrington-guardian/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-drivers-ranked-second-for-road-etiquette-but-tailgating-remains-an-issue-warrington-guardian/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West drivers ranked second for road etiquette but tailgating remains an issue - Runcorn and Widnes World]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West drivers ranked second for road etiquette but tailgating remains an issue&nbsp;&nbsp;Runcorn and Widnes World]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-drivers-ranked-second-for-road-etiquette-but-tailgating-remains-an-issue-runcorn-and-widnes-world/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-drivers-ranked-second-for-road-etiquette-but-tailgating-remains-an-issue-runcorn-and-widnes-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Industry trio team up to scale UK north-west carbon capture - gasworld]]></title><description><![CDATA[Industry trio team up to scale UK north-west carbon capture&nbsp;&nbsp;gasworld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/industry-trio-team-up-to-scale-uk-north-west-carbon-capture-gasworld/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/industry-trio-team-up-to-scale-uk-north-west-carbon-capture-gasworld/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Industry trio team up to scale UK north-west carbon capture | CCS - gasworld]]></title><description><![CDATA[Industry trio team up to scale UK north-west carbon capture | CCS&nbsp;&nbsp;gasworld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/industry-trio-team-up-to-scale-uk-north-west-carbon-capture-ccs-gasworld/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/industry-trio-team-up-to-scale-uk-north-west-carbon-capture-ccs-gasworld/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Man Utd fans should be glad if Maguire extends stay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fans should welcome the belief of sources on all sides that Harry Maguire will remain at Manchester United at least for next season, writes Simon Stone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-man-utd-fans-should-be-glad-if-maguire-extends-stay/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-man-utd-fans-should-be-glad-if-maguire-extends-stay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All you need to know about Brits Awards build-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Manchester prepares to host the awards for the first time, find out all the events taking place in the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-you-need-to-know-about-brits-awards-build-up/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-you-need-to-know-about-brits-awards-build-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oldham brothers hit number one in download charts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brothers Danny and Callum Connor, from Oldham, are celebrating a number one hit in the charts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldham-brothers-hit-number-one-in-download-charts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldham-brothers-hit-number-one-in-download-charts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Littler wins in Poland despite Van Veen nine-darter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luke Littler wins the Poland Darts Open title despite a nine-dart finish in the final from Gian van Veen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-wins-in-poland-despite-van-veen-nine-darter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 23:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-wins-in-poland-despite-van-veen-nine-darter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea, Arsenal and Man City into Women's FA Cup quarters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holders Chelsea edged out Manchester United to reach the quarter-finals of the Women's FA Cup, while Arsenal and Man City cruise through with comfortable wins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chelsea-arsenal-and-man-city-into-womens-fa-cup-quarters/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chelsea-arsenal-and-man-city-into-womens-fa-cup-quarters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The colourful mountain landscape that looks out of this world]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parys Mountain contains a fascinating mix of geological interest and 4,000 years of mining heritage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-colourful-mountain-landscape-that-looks-out-of-this-world/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-colourful-mountain-landscape-that-looks-out-of-this-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes paid to 'amazing' men aged 19 and 20 who died on Yr Wyddfa]]></title><description><![CDATA[They have been named locally as Jayden Long, 19, and Eddie Hill, 20, from Norfolk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tributes-paid-to-amazing-men-aged-19-and-20-who-died-on-yr-wyddfa/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 14:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tributes-paid-to-amazing-men-aged-19-and-20-who-died-on-yr-wyddfa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrests amid Britain First march and counter protests]]></title><description><![CDATA[The arrests were in relation to offences including assault on an emergency worker, police said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/arrests-amid-britain-first-march-and-counter-protests/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/arrests-amid-britain-first-march-and-counter-protests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['If you're a Mancunian, you'll love this new CBeebies cartoon']]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester landmarks such as Beetham Tower and the Aquatics Centre appear inRafi the Wishing Wizard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/if-youre-a-mancunian-youll-love-this-new-cbeebies-cartoon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/if-youre-a-mancunian-youll-love-this-new-cbeebies-cartoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Manchester tool cutting space satellite crashes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The tool links what a satellite needs to do, like capturing high&#8209;resolution images,with collision risks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-manchester-tool-cutting-space-satellite-crashes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 08:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-manchester-tool-cutting-space-satellite-crashes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Co-op Live went from falling air con units to hosting the Brits]]></title><description><![CDATA[The opening of the Co-op Live was in every headline, but not quite for the right reasons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-co-op-live-went-from-falling-air-con-units-to-hosting-the-brits/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 02:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-co-op-live-went-from-falling-air-con-units-to-hosting-the-brits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Hodgkinson broke a 23-year-old world record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Preparation, training, and belief - after Keely Hodgkinson smashes the indoor 800m world record, her coach Jenny Meadows explains how their plan came together.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-hodgkinson-broke-a-23-year-old-world-record/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-hodgkinson-broke-a-23-year-old-world-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A tip-off and 'more luck than judgement': The story behind Andrew car snap]]></title><description><![CDATA[After the former prince's arrest, Reuters photographer Phil Noble began a six-hour drive to Norfolk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/a-tip-off-and-more-luck-than-judgement-the-story-behind-andrew-car-snap/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/a-tip-off-and-more-luck-than-judgement-the-story-behind-andrew-car-snap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with raping unconscious wife with other men for years]]></title><description><![CDATA[The defendants cannot be named for legal reasons at this stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-with-raping-unconscious-wife-with-other-men-for-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-with-raping-unconscious-wife-with-other-men-for-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ratcliffe avoids FA charge over immigration comments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's claims the UK has been "colonised by immigrants" will not lead to any sanction by the Football Association.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ratcliffe-avoids-fa-charge-over-immigration-comments/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ratcliffe-avoids-fa-charge-over-immigration-comments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Unbelievable love after my brother Mani's death']]></title><description><![CDATA[The brother of late Stone Roses bassist Mani says there was an outpouring of love after his death.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/unbelievable-love-after-my-brother-manis-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/unbelievable-love-after-my-brother-manis-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My 24-hour Winter Olympics trip cost me £135 - the same as going to a football match]]></title><description><![CDATA[John McAllister managed to avoid forking out for a hotel during his bargain 24-hour trip to Milan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-24-hour-winter-olympics-trip-cost-me-135-the-same-as-going-to-a-football-match/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-24-hour-winter-olympics-trip-cost-me-135-the-same-as-going-to-a-football-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New town support letter 'not in line' with views]]></title><description><![CDATA[The leader and deputy leader of Cheshire East Council apologise for a letter supporting a new town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-town-support-letter-not-in-line-with-views/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/new-town-support-letter-not-in-line-with-views/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hunt joins Crossbay as UK VP - Place North West]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hunt joins Crossbay as UK VP&nbsp;&nbsp;Place North West]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hunt-joins-crossbay-as-uk-vp-place-north-west/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hunt-joins-crossbay-as-uk-vp-place-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Mould is making my family ill and no one will help']]></title><description><![CDATA[A family living in a home with mould says the landlord is not doing enough to tackle the issue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mould-is-making-my-family-ill-and-no-one-will-help/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mould-is-making-my-family-ill-and-no-one-will-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We're devastated over Batten disease drug decision']]></title><description><![CDATA[The parents of two children with Batten disease say the treatment changed everything for their family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-devastated-over-batten-disease-drug-decision/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/were-devastated-over-batten-disease-drug-decision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital waiting lists in Wales lowest in almost three years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waiting lists are falling but there is more pressure at emergency units in Wales, data shows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hospital-waiting-lists-in-wales-lowest-in-almost-three-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hospital-waiting-lists-in-wales-lowest-in-almost-three-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police discover £1.8m in gold bars at airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greater Manchester Police awarded haul after stopping a man attempting to fly abroad with five gold bars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/police-discover-18m-in-gold-bars-at-airport/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/police-discover-18m-in-gold-bars-at-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stockport defender Onyango ruled out for season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stockport County defender Tyler Onyango is ruled out for the rest of the season with a hamstring injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/stockport-defender-onyango-ruled-out-for-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/stockport-defender-onyango-ruled-out-for-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speed limits could be changed on main roads after review]]></title><description><![CDATA[The country's default speed limit in residential areas was lowered from 30mph (48 km/h) in 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/speed-limits-could-be-changed-on-main-roads-after-review/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/speed-limits-could-be-changed-on-main-roads-after-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burnham asks NCA to probe 'ocean of rubbish']]></title><description><![CDATA[Large illegal waste dumps could be due to "criminal activity" rather than residents, the mayor says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/burnham-asks-nca-to-probe-ocean-of-rubbish/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/burnham-asks-nca-to-probe-ocean-of-rubbish/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caldwell hails Wigan players after winning start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan manager Gary Caldwell says he could not have asked for more from his players after their win over Luton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/caldwell-hails-wigan-players-after-winning-start/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/caldwell-hails-wigan-players-after-winning-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cyber resilience in the North West: turning risk into regional strength - KPMG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cyber resilience in the North West: turning risk into regional strength&nbsp;&nbsp;KPMG]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cyber-resilience-in-the-north-west-turning-risk-into-regional-strength-kpmg/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cyber-resilience-in-the-north-west-turning-risk-into-regional-strength-kpmg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Littler into semi-finals after Van Gerwen withdrawal]]></title><description><![CDATA[World champion Luke Littler is through to the semi-finals of the Premier League event in Glasgow on Thursday following the withdrawal of Michael van Gerwen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-into-semi-finals-after-van-gerwen-withdrawal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-into-semi-finals-after-van-gerwen-withdrawal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West signs music deal - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West signs music deal&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-signs-music-deal-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-signs-music-deal-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 20-year-old newspaper column that gave a hint to Man City's new tactics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola is using new tactics this season by making Manchester City's attack more narrow, but did he hint at the idea 20 years ago?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-20-year-old-newspaper-column-that-gave-a-hint-to-man-citys-new-tactics/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-20-year-old-newspaper-column-that-gave-a-hint-to-man-citys-new-tactics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why a debt-ridden council plans 7.48% tax increase]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Warrington Council looks to service a &pound;1.4bn debt with tax increases, we ask why this has happened?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-a-debt-ridden-council-plans-748-tax-increase/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-a-debt-ridden-council-plans-748-tax-increase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brit Awards art trail turns streets into an open air gallery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Curated by artist Stanley Chow a city-wide trail showcases the work of 21 local artists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/brit-awards-art-trail-turns-streets-into-an-open-air-gallery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/brit-awards-art-trail-turns-streets-into-an-open-air-gallery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traumatised couple 'forced to drink black liquid']]></title><description><![CDATA[The traumatised couple say a man forced them to drink a "horrible" liquid at knifepoint.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/traumatised-couple-forced-to-drink-black-liquid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/traumatised-couple-forced-to-drink-black-liquid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bottle word will be used' as Arsenal blow title advantage]]></title><description><![CDATA[After blowing a two-goal lead to draw against the Premier League's bottom club Wolves, there will be no dodging the questions on whether Arsenal are mentally ready to end their 22-year wait to become champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bottle-word-will-be-used-as-arsenal-blow-title-advantage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 01:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bottle-word-will-be-used-as-arsenal-blow-title-advantage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council worker stole £900k from benefits claimants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Shaw used his knowledge of the council's systems to fund luxury lifestyle, including BMWs and a holiday lodge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/council-worker-stole-900k-from-benefits-claimants/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/council-worker-stole-900k-from-benefits-claimants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why council is selling off schools and a town hall]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cash-strapped authority says the "surplus" assets must be sold to raise about &pound;10m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-council-is-selling-off-schools-and-a-town-hall/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-council-is-selling-off-schools-and-a-town-hall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancashire appoint Mott as T20 coaching consultant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire appoint former England coach Matthew Mott as a specialist T20 coaching consultant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancashire-appoint-mott-as-t20-coaching-consultant/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancashire-appoint-mott-as-t20-coaching-consultant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspected family-run crime gang targeted in raids]]></title><description><![CDATA[The raids targeted suspects accused of a range of drug dealing and modern slavery offences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/suspected-family-run-crime-gang-targeted-in-raids/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/suspected-family-run-crime-gang-targeted-in-raids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gorton and Denton by-election candidates' minute manifestoes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who is standing in the Greater Manchester constituency of Gorton and Denton?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gorton-and-denton-by-election-candidates-minute-manifestoes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gorton-and-denton-by-election-candidates-minute-manifestoes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villages could be cut off as snow and ice warning issued]]></title><description><![CDATA[Higher ground could see up to 20cm of snow, the Met Office warns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/villages-could-be-cut-off-as-snow-and-ice-warning-issued/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/villages-could-be-cut-off-as-snow-and-ice-warning-issued/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LS Lowry's raffled sketch up for auction]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sketch drawn in 1970 is going under the hammer 55 years after the artist donated it for a raffle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ls-lowrys-raffled-sketch-up-for-auction/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ls-lowrys-raffled-sketch-up-for-auction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How the North West is marking Lent]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Christians across the north west of England are marking the season of Lent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-the-north-west-is-marking-lent/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-the-north-west-is-marking-lent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bear Grylls helps families repair rifts in Welsh wilderness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grylls will front a BBC show looking to resolve relationship issues via a series of physical challenges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bear-grylls-helps-families-repair-rifts-in-welsh-wilderness/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bear-grylls-helps-families-repair-rifts-in-welsh-wilderness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Voice – on your local BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tell your local BBC team about the issues you would like to see them investigate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/your-voice-on-your-local-bbc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/your-voice-on-your-local-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adoption breakdown ended my career and relationship &ndash; we're told to get on with it]]></title><description><![CDATA[A mum says she has been physically attacked by her daughter and is reaching "breaking point".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/adoption-breakdown-ended-my-career-and-relationship-ndash-were-told-to-get-on-with-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/adoption-breakdown-ended-my-career-and-relationship-ndash-were-told-to-get-on-with-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 82, stabbed and gagged in cupboard in burglary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are investigating two aggravated burglaries which they believe are connected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-82-stabbed-and-gagged-in-cupboard-in-burglary/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-82-stabbed-and-gagged-in-cupboard-in-burglary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch Gorton and Denton by-election debate in full]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five candidates debate issues including housing, immigration and the cost of living.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/watch-gorton-and-denton-by-election-debate-in-full/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/watch-gorton-and-denton-by-election-debate-in-full/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resignations calls over Adlington new town letter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Opposition councillors are to submit a motion calling for the leaders to stand down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/resignations-calls-over-adlington-new-town-letter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/resignations-calls-over-adlington-new-town-letter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What we learned from BBC Gorton and Denton debate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gorton and Denton by-election candidates from five parties go head to head in a BBC debate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-we-learned-from-bbc-gorton-and-denton-debate/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-we-learned-from-bbc-gorton-and-denton-debate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup heroes Macclesfield make memories to last a lifetime]]></title><description><![CDATA[Macclesfield's FA Cup odyssey may have ended against Brentford but they have made memories to last a lifetime, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fa-cup-heroes-macclesfield-make-memories-to-last-a-lifetime/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fa-cup-heroes-macclesfield-make-memories-to-last-a-lifetime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enigmatic aristocrat was ahead of his time, says It's a Sin star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Paget lived a life of excess before dying from tuberculosis aged 29 in 1905.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/enigmatic-aristocrat-was-ahead-of-his-time-says-its-a-sin-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/enigmatic-aristocrat-was-ahead-of-his-time-says-its-a-sin-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jet2 hands passengers life ban after mid-air brawl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flight LS896 from Turkey to Manchester had to make an emergency landing in Brussels.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jet2-hands-passengers-life-ban-after-mid-air-brawl/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/jet2-hands-passengers-life-ban-after-mid-air-brawl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ratcliffe, Man Utd and the immigration comments fallout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sports editor Dan Roan analyses the potential fallout of Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's comments on immigration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ratcliffe-man-utd-and-the-immigration-comments-fallout/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ratcliffe-man-utd-and-the-immigration-comments-fallout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform councillor defects to Conservatives]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Roddy says he was told the area's financial issues were "not a priority" by his former party.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-councillor-defects-to-conservatives/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-councillor-defects-to-conservatives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford sign Wigan forward Hirst on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Castleford Tigers sign Wigan Warriors forward George Hirst on a one-month loan deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/castleford-sign-wigan-forward-hirst-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/castleford-sign-wigan-forward-hirst-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rush-hour delays after crashes on four motorways]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stretches of the M6, M60, M62 and M56 are seeing long hold-ups, National Highways said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rush-hour-delays-after-crashes-on-four-motorways/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rush-hour-delays-after-crashes-on-four-motorways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan appoint Caldwell as head coach for second time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Athletic appoint former player Gary Caldwell for a second stint in the dugout.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-appoint-caldwell-as-head-coach-for-second-time/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-appoint-caldwell-as-head-coach-for-second-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kim Kardashian helping North West 'launch business empire' - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kim Kardashian helping North West 'launch business empire'&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/kim-kardashian-helping-north-west-launch-business-empire-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/kim-kardashian-helping-north-west-launch-business-empire-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Matheson on Old Trafford heroics, 'torrid time' as &pound;1m teenager &amp; McLeod death]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 16-year-old Luke Matheson wrote his name in the history books by scoring against Manchester United in 2019. Six years later, he is aiming for more cup heroics with Macclesfield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/matheson-on-old-trafford-heroics-torrid-time-as-pound1m-teenager-amp-mcleod-death/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/matheson-on-old-trafford-heroics-torrid-time-as-pound1m-teenager-amp-mcleod-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Her kindness meant I could feed my daughter']]></title><description><![CDATA[Emma and Harry Brown say the Asda employee's kindness helped them to feed and clothe their new baby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/her-kindness-meant-i-could-feed-my-daughter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/her-kindness-meant-i-could-feed-my-daughter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gorton and Denton by-election 'too close to call']]></title><description><![CDATA[All eyes are on the Greater Manchester constituency ahead of 26 February's hugely important by-election.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gorton-and-denton-by-election-too-close-to-call/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gorton-and-denton-by-election-too-close-to-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramadan events across the North West]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Islamic holy month of Ramadan starts with the new moon, when Muslims fast from dawn to sunset.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ramadan-events-across-the-north-west/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ramadan-events-across-the-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan start with hard-fought win at Castleford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors overcome a spirited Castleford Tigers side to kick off the new season with a win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-start-with-hard-fought-win-at-castleford/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-start-with-hard-fought-win-at-castleford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm buzzing' - Man Utd's Skinner toasts seventh-straight win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United are getting the job done when it matters most - and their seven-game winning streak has gone under the radar.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/im-buzzing-man-utds-skinner-toasts-seventh-straight-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/im-buzzing-man-utds-skinner-toasts-seventh-straight-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales could have some of world's top restaurants, says Raymond Blanc prot&eacute;g&eacute;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luke Selby hopes to recreate something "close" to Blanc's famous Le Manoir in north Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wales-could-have-some-of-worlds-top-restaurants-says-raymond-blanc-proteacutegeacute/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wales-could-have-some-of-worlds-top-restaurants-says-raymond-blanc-proteacutegeacute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bankes &amp; Nightingale win GB's first gold on snow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlotte Bankes and Huw Nightingale win snowboard cross mixed team gold to secure Team GB's first ever Winter Olympic title on snow.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bankes-amp-nightingale-win-gbs-first-gold-on-snow/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bankes-amp-nightingale-win-gbs-first-gold-on-snow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Victorian aristocrat who became first British Muslim lord]]></title><description><![CDATA[After converting to Islam, Lord Henry Stanley closed pubs on his estate and helped restore churches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-victorian-aristocrat-who-became-first-british-muslim-lord/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-victorian-aristocrat-who-became-first-british-muslim-lord/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could Manchester be a model for the UK to kickstart growth?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With an annual growth rate of 3.1%, Manchester's economy has performed twice as well as that of the UK as a whole.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/could-manchester-be-a-model-for-the-uk-to-kickstart-growth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 01:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/could-manchester-be-a-model-for-the-uk-to-kickstart-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From 'demoralising' 8-0 defeat to pushing Man City all the way]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thirteen months after being embarrassed 8-0 by Manchester City, Salford City produce a performance to make their fans proud.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-demoralising-8-0-defeat-to-pushing-man-city-all-the-way/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/from-demoralising-8-0-defeat-to-pushing-man-city-all-the-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Signalling fault causes 'chaos' at rail station]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delays built up at Stockport, which has become a key hub during the closure of Manchester Piccadilly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/signalling-fault-causes-chaos-at-rail-station/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/signalling-fault-causes-chaos-at-rail-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How ex-con turned prison hobby into 'biggest run club in Europe']]></title><description><![CDATA[Made Running held an event which "shut down the Trafford Centre for the first time", Hermen Dange says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-ex-con-turned-prison-hobby-into-biggest-run-club-in-europe/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 10:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-ex-con-turned-prison-hobby-into-biggest-run-club-in-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester Piccadilly closure: All you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Find out how the partial closure of Manchester Piccadilly rail station affects you.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-piccadilly-closure-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-piccadilly-closure-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Half-term fun family events across the North West]]></title><description><![CDATA[A selection of family-friendly half-term events across the region to keep the kids entertained.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/half-term-fun-family-events-across-the-north-west/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/half-term-fun-family-events-across-the-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['As a Jew - I no longer feel safe in the UK']]></title><description><![CDATA[Yoni Finlay, who was injured in the synagogue attack, could have been caught up in an earlier plot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/as-a-jew-i-no-longer-feel-safe-in-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/as-a-jew-i-no-longer-feel-safe-in-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Marvellous' Man City set WSL standard in rampant win]]></title><description><![CDATA['Marvellous' Manchester City set WSL standard in rampant 6-0 win over bottom side Leicester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/marvellous-man-city-set-wsl-standard-in-rampant-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/marvellous-man-city-set-wsl-standard-in-rampant-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leigh impress in opening victory over Leeds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leigh Leopards start their Super League campaign with an excellent five-try display against Leeds Rhinos.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leigh-impress-in-opening-victory-over-leeds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/leigh-impress-in-opening-victory-over-leeds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taylor-Wray stars as Warrington beat St Helens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cai Taylor-Wray puts in a breakthrough performance as Warrington Wolves earn an opening night Super League win against St Helens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/taylor-wray-stars-as-warrington-beat-st-helens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/taylor-wray-stars-as-warrington-beat-st-helens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strikes off as transport staff agree pay rise deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bee Network staff are promised a 3.2% wage rise this year with a 3% rise the following year as well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/strikes-off-as-transport-staff-agree-pay-rise-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/strikes-off-as-transport-staff-agree-pay-rise-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's tough for Tories but we can fix Wales, Kemi Badenoch says]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Tory leaders admits it's not an "easy time" after defections to Reform, but insists there's a plan for Senedd wins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/its-tough-for-tories-but-we-can-fix-wales-kemi-badenoch-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/its-tough-for-tories-but-we-can-fix-wales-kemi-badenoch-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mother who shook two-year-old daughter to death jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The last few months of Omra Wali Jan's life must have been "truly miserable", police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mother-who-shook-two-year-old-daughter-to-death-jailed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mother-who-shook-two-year-old-daughter-to-death-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tens of thousands of Six Nations tickets still unsold amid Welsh rugby turmoil]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matches at the 74,000-seat Principality Stadium usually sell out or reach high capacity during the Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tens-of-thousands-of-six-nations-tickets-still-unsold-amid-welsh-rugby-turmoil/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tens-of-thousands-of-six-nations-tickets-still-unsold-amid-welsh-rugby-turmoil/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men jailed over plot to attack Jewish community in Manchester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walid Saadaoui and Amar Hussein planned to carry out an "Isis-inspired plot", a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/men-jailed-over-plot-to-attack-jewish-community-in-manchester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/men-jailed-over-plot-to-attack-jewish-community-in-manchester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gun attack plotter declares support for Isis]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is the moment Manchester gun attack plotter Amar Hussein tells police he supports Isis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gun-attack-plotter-declares-support-for-isis/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/gun-attack-plotter-declares-support-for-isis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former hotel entertainer who plotted deadly gun attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walid Saadaoui, who used to arrange holiday dance shows and quizzes, plotted a<br />
mass killing spree.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/former-hotel-entertainer-who-plotted-deadly-gun-attack/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/former-hotel-entertainer-who-plotted-deadly-gun-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West has biggest HMO share in UK: Lendlord - Mortgage Finance Gazette –]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West has biggest HMO share in UK: Lendlord&nbsp;&nbsp;Mortgage Finance Gazette &ndash;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-has-biggest-hmo-share-in-uk-lendlord-mortgage-finance-gazette-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-has-biggest-hmo-share-in-uk-lendlord-mortgage-finance-gazette-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Viola Beach taught us we should dare to dream']]></title><description><![CDATA[The father of band member River Reeves said their legacy lived on, 10 years after their deaths.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/viola-beach-taught-us-we-should-dare-to-dream/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/viola-beach-taught-us-we-should-dare-to-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh rugby in turmoil as tens of thousands of Six Nations tickets still not sold]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of tickets remain unsold, with one club chairman saying the matches are not worth it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/welsh-rugby-in-turmoil-as-tens-of-thousands-of-six-nations-tickets-still-not-sold/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/welsh-rugby-in-turmoil-as-tens-of-thousands-of-six-nations-tickets-still-not-sold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West has highest HMO share in UK: Lendlord - Mortgage Strategy]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West has highest HMO share in UK: Lendlord&nbsp;&nbsp;Mortgage Strategy]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-has-highest-hmo-share-in-uk-lendlord-mortgage-strategy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-has-highest-hmo-share-in-uk-lendlord-mortgage-strategy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North West boasts highest HMO share in UK, report finds - The Intermediary]]></title><description><![CDATA[North West boasts highest HMO share in UK, report finds&nbsp;&nbsp;The Intermediary]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-boasts-highest-hmo-share-in-uk-report-finds-the-intermediary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/north-west-boasts-highest-hmo-share-in-uk-report-finds-the-intermediary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My husband stole &pound;600k for sex and antiques' - drug side effects tearing families apart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Side effects of a common Parkinson&rsquo;s medications had devastating consequences on one family, BBC hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-husband-stole-pound600k-for-sex-and-antiques-drug-side-effects-tearing-families-apart/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/my-husband-stole-pound600k-for-sex-and-antiques-drug-side-effects-tearing-families-apart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK – National organisations back the North West’s hydrogen ambitions - Hydrogen Central]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK &ndash; National organisations back the North West&rsquo;s hydrogen ambitions&nbsp;&nbsp;Hydrogen Central]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-national-organisations-back-the-north-wests-hydrogen-ambitions-hydrogen-central/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-national-organisations-back-the-north-wests-hydrogen-ambitions-hydrogen-central/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's most senior government official stands down - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's most senior government official stands down&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-most-senior-government-official-stands-down-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 02:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-most-senior-government-official-stands-down-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Fake' weight-loss medication raids and Man killed by own brother]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fake-weight-loss-medication-raids-and-man-killed-by-own-brother/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fake-weight-loss-medication-raids-and-man-killed-by-own-brother/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who was stabbed to death 'had biggest heart']]></title><description><![CDATA[Drew McCormick, 29, was fun-loving with a big smile and loud laugh, his family says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-who-was-stabbed-to-death-had-biggest-heart/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-who-was-stabbed-to-death-had-biggest-heart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[United fans have say on owner's immigration claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[The billionaire's comments about the UK being "colonised" by immigrants have divided opinion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/united-fans-have-say-on-owners-immigration-claims/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/united-fans-have-say-on-owners-immigration-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad who shot daughter told police 'gun just went off']]></title><description><![CDATA[Police body-cam footage showed Kris Harrison claiming his gun fired as he lifted it out of a box.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dad-who-shot-daughter-told-police-gun-just-went-off/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dad-who-shot-daughter-told-police-gun-just-went-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK halts Daily Mail-Telegraph deal over public interest - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK halts Daily Mail-Telegraph deal over public interest&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-halts-daily-mail-telegraph-deal-over-public-interest-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-halts-daily-mail-telegraph-deal-over-public-interest-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stockport to face Doncaster in EFL Trophy semi-finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lucky losers Luton Town could face Northampton Town in the semi-finals of the EFL Trophy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/stockport-to-face-doncaster-in-efl-trophy-semi-finals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/stockport-to-face-doncaster-in-efl-trophy-semi-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Nursery CCTV got us justice for daughter's death']]></title><description><![CDATA[Genevieve Meehan was killed at the Tiny Toes nursery in Cheadle Hulme, Stockport in 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nursery-cctv-got-us-justice-for-daughters-death/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/nursery-cctv-got-us-justice-for-daughters-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman conned into buying gifts 'for Tom Jones']]></title><description><![CDATA[The 81-year-old was contacted on Facebook by the fraudster who said he was linked to the Welsh singer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-conned-into-buying-gifts-for-tom-jones/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/woman-conned-into-buying-gifts-for-tom-jones/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK economy barely grew as budget uncertainty weighed - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK economy barely grew as budget uncertainty weighed&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-economy-barely-grew-as-budget-uncertainty-weighed-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-economy-barely-grew-as-budget-uncertainty-weighed-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supersized dump fire risk report kept from public]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oxfordshire fire and rescue service says releasing its waste site report could put safety at risk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/supersized-dump-fire-risk-report-kept-from-public/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/supersized-dump-fire-risk-report-kept-from-public/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad of Coronation Street star tackles Everest to inspire son]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Woods says he is inspired by his actor son Joseph, who plays Aled Winter-Brown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dad-of-coronation-street-star-tackles-everest-to-inspire-son/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dad-of-coronation-street-star-tackles-everest-to-inspire-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Play centre asks parents to stay off phones and spend time with kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adults and children are encouraged to spend quality time together without digital "distractions".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/play-centre-asks-parents-to-stay-off-phones-and-spend-time-with-kids/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/play-centre-asks-parents-to-stay-off-phones-and-spend-time-with-kids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Binmen 'injured in street fight' while on rounds]]></title><description><![CDATA[The binmen were said to have suffered broken ribs, according to a local councillor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/binmen-injured-in-street-fight-while-on-rounds/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/binmen-injured-in-street-fight-while-on-rounds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform will not defund Bangor university over free speech row, politician says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform politician says party will not strip university of cash in row over free speech.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-will-not-defund-bangor-university-over-free-speech-row-politician-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 22:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/reform-will-not-defund-bangor-university-over-free-speech-row-politician-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patient who tried to kill nurse with scissors jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patient Romon Haque attacked the nurse "simply because he didn't want to wait for his medication".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/patient-who-tried-to-kill-nurse-with-scissors-jailed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/patient-who-tried-to-kill-nurse-with-scissors-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DB Cargo UK trials Class 93 on North West intermodal run - DPSimulation]]></title><description><![CDATA[DB Cargo UK trials Class 93 on North West intermodal run&nbsp;&nbsp;DPSimulation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/db-cargo-uk-trials-class-93-on-north-west-intermodal-run-dpsimulation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/db-cargo-uk-trials-class-93-on-north-west-intermodal-run-dpsimulation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad unlawfully killed daughter in Texas shooting, coroner rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lucy Harrison had earlier argued with her father about Donald Trump, an inquest into her death heard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dad-unlawfully-killed-daughter-in-texas-shooting-coroner-rules/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dad-unlawfully-killed-daughter-in-texas-shooting-coroner-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK anti-Semitic incidents rise after synagogue attack - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK anti-Semitic incidents rise after synagogue attack&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-anti-semitic-incidents-rise-after-synagogue-attack-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-anti-semitic-incidents-rise-after-synagogue-attack-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What can we expect from 2026 Super League season?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the 2026 Super League season about to kick off on its 30th anniversary, BBC Sport explains what to look out for during a bumper World Cup year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-can-we-expect-from-2026-super-league-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/what-can-we-expect-from-2026-super-league-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pilates pain and spotting space - how Ford stays in the fly-half fight at 32]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Ford has looked in some unlikely places to find the edge on his Six Nations opponents and internal rivals for England's 10 shirt]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pilates-pain-and-spotting-space-how-ford-stays-in-the-fly-half-fight-at-32/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pilates-pain-and-spotting-space-how-ford-stays-in-the-fly-half-fight-at-32/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 'rabbit in headlights' now excelling for Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abdukodir Khusanov endured a nightmare debut for Manchester City but has since recovered to become a mainstay in the team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-rabbit-in-headlights-now-excelling-for-man-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-rabbit-in-headlights-now-excelling-for-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1984 Winston Attributes Of Christ 1984 - Omnibus Theatre - North West End UK 1984 Winston Smith Australia - inva.kz]]></title><description><![CDATA[1984 Winston Attributes Of Christ 1984 - Omnibus Theatre - North West End UK 1984 Winston Smith Australia&nbsp;&nbsp;inva.kz]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/1984-winston-attributes-of-christ-1984-omnibus-theatre-north-west-end-uk-1984-winston-smith-australia-invakz/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/1984-winston-attributes-of-christ-1984-omnibus-theatre-north-west-end-uk-1984-winston-smith-australia-invakz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick's 'Sir Alex' playbook and a happy start at Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Carrick is happy with his start as Manchester United head coach despite dropping his first points in 1-1 draw at West Ham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carricks-sir-alex-playbook-and-a-happy-start-at-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carricks-sir-alex-playbook-and-a-happy-start-at-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family 'torn apart' by crash and rubbish woes mount]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/family-torn-apart-by-crash-and-rubbish-woes-mount/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/family-torn-apart-by-crash-and-rubbish-woes-mount/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK terrorism police investigate stabbing of two teens - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK terrorism police investigate stabbing of two teens&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-terrorism-police-investigate-stabbing-of-two-teens-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 21:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-terrorism-police-investigate-stabbing-of-two-teens-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The real threat facing Under Salt Marsh's seaside locations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The future is uncertain for some areas featured in Under Salt Marsh, says actor Sir Jonathan Pryce.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-real-threat-facing-under-salt-marshs-seaside-locations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-real-threat-facing-under-salt-marshs-seaside-locations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad shot daughter after 'arguing about Donald Trump']]></title><description><![CDATA[Lucy Harrison, 23, was alone in a bedroom at her father's home in Texas when she was shot dead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dad-shot-daughter-after-arguing-about-donald-trump/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dad-shot-daughter-after-arguing-about-donald-trump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Student society bans Reform UK for 'racism, transphobia and homophobia']]></title><description><![CDATA[Bangor University distances itself from Reform UK debate row.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/student-society-bans-reform-uk-for-racism-transphobia-and-homophobia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/student-society-bans-reform-uk-for-racism-transphobia-and-homophobia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[M62 delays of up to two hours after lorry fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[One lane will remain closed for overnight resurfacing work on the carriageway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/m62-delays-of-up-to-two-hours-after-lorry-fire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/m62-delays-of-up-to-two-hours-after-lorry-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rochdale sign midfielder Francis from Exeter]]></title><description><![CDATA[National League leaders Rochdale sign midfielder Ed Francis from Exeter City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rochdale-sign-midfielder-francis-from-exeter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/rochdale-sign-midfielder-francis-from-exeter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Styles fans learn if they secured £20 tickets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tickets for Harry Styles One Night Only Manchester show were released via a ticket request system.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-fans-learn-if-they-secured-20-tickets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-fans-learn-if-they-secured-20-tickets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Line-up for BBC 6 Music Festival announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[The live music festival returns next month with a range of star-studded events across grassroots venues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/line-up-for-bbc-6-music-festival-announced/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/line-up-for-bbc-6-music-festival-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All you need to know ahead of BBC 6 Music Festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[The live music festival returns to Greater Manchester with a range of star-studded events.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-you-need-to-know-ahead-of-bbc-6-music-festival/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/all-you-need-to-know-ahead-of-bbc-6-music-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancs sign Aussie batter McDermott for T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire sign Australia batter Ben McDermott for the 2026 T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-sign-aussie-batter-mcdermott-for-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/lancs-sign-aussie-batter-mcdermott-for-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7.5% council tax increase on the cards in two areas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two Labour-led authorities are given permission to bring in a higher than usual council tax rise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/75-council-tax-increase-on-the-cards-in-two-areas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/75-council-tax-increase-on-the-cards-in-two-areas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buy an abandoned island for the price of a semi-detached house]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 17-acre Ynys Gifftan is available to buy, but it lies in an estuary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/buy-an-abandoned-island-for-the-price-of-a-semi-detached-house/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/buy-an-abandoned-island-for-the-price-of-a-semi-detached-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['You love Kobbie' - Mainoo showing Amorim why so many do]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is proving Ruben Amorim was wrong to keep ignoring him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/you-love-kobbie-mainoo-showing-amorim-why-so-many-do/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/you-love-kobbie-mainoo-showing-amorim-why-so-many-do/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors kit gesture for 'brave' little girl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five-year-old Holly Prince's father Mark thanks Wigan Warriors for their "outstanding" kit gesture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-warriors-kit-gesture-for-brave-little-girl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-warriors-kit-gesture-for-brave-little-girl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Media City Half Marathon: All you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of runners are set to take on the 13.1-mile course in Media City this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/media-city-half-marathon-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/media-city-half-marathon-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buy an island for £350k... but you must wade across an estuary to reach it]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 17-acre Ynys Gifftan is available to buy, but waterproofs are a must as it lies in an estuary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/buy-an-island-for-350k-but-you-must-wade-across-an-estuary-to-reach-it/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/buy-an-island-for-350k-but-you-must-wade-across-an-estuary-to-reach-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR visit Huddersfield in Challenge Cup fourth round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holders Hull KR will visit Huddersfield Giants in the fourth round of the Challenge Cup, while Wakefield Trinity host Leeds Rhinos in a West Yorkshire derby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-kr-visit-huddersfield-in-challenge-cup-fourth-round/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/hull-kr-visit-huddersfield-in-challenge-cup-fourth-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan want 'swift appointment' in new boss search]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Athletic say they wish to make a "swift appointment" as their search to replace former head coach Ryan Lowe begins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-want-swift-appointment-in-new-boss-search/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/wigan-want-swift-appointment-in-new-boss-search/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Courageous' police officer killed in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tributes are paid to PC Alice Mayo, 29, who died at the scene of a crash in Arclid, Cheshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/courageous-police-officer-killed-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/courageous-police-officer-killed-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second victim of Littleborough air crash named]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of Mustafa Qays Obadey, 39, from London, pay tribute after his death in the 3 February crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/second-victim-of-littleborough-air-crash-named/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/second-victim-of-littleborough-air-crash-named/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boring &amp; pointless not to celebrate wins - Carrick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick says it would be "boring and pointless" if his players did not celebrate victories.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boring-amp-pointless-not-to-celebrate-wins-carrick/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/boring-amp-pointless-not-to-celebrate-wins-carrick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Missing parachute part found after  plane crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A member of the public found the missing part four days after the crash that killed two, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/missing-parachute-part-found-after-plane-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/missing-parachute-part-found-after-plane-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK PM Keir Starmer's communications director quits - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK PM Keir Starmer's communications director quits&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-pm-keir-starmers-communications-director-quits-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-pm-keir-starmers-communications-director-quits-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tudor manor house undergoes major restoration work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bramall Hall's &pound;1.6m restoration will secure the future of Stockport's only grade I-listed building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tudor-manor-house-undergoes-major-restoration-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tudor-manor-house-undergoes-major-restoration-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mackenzie Crook on filming comedy Small Prophets]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC series Small Prophets, which also features Sir Michael Palin, was shot in Urmston and Stockport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mackenzie-crook-on-filming-comedy-small-prophets/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/mackenzie-crook-on-filming-comedy-small-prophets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sextortion nightmare and tributes to rugby player]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sextortion-nightmare-and-tributes-to-rugby-player/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 22:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/sextortion-nightmare-and-tributes-to-rugby-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are there pink skies in Greater Manchester?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The glow comes from LED lights on the pitch at the stadiums of Manchester City and Bolton Wanderers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-are-there-pink-skies-in-greater-manchester/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/why-are-there-pink-skies-in-greater-manchester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Son saved by 16 angels, says attack victim's mum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sarah says she got the call all parents dread after her son was violently attacked in Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/son-saved-by-16-angels-says-attack-victims-mum/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/son-saved-by-16-angels-says-attack-victims-mum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commercial approach has failed, says council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Borough Council says it has borrowed too much and taken on too much risk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/commercial-approach-has-failed-says-council/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/commercial-approach-has-failed-says-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green leader urges 'hope over hate' for by-election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zack Polanski joined candidate Hannah Spencer, a councillor and plumber, on the campaign trail.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/green-leader-urges-hope-over-hate-for-by-election/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 15:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/green-leader-urges-hope-over-hate-for-by-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with murder after stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim, a man aged in his 20s, died after being found seriously injured on Thursday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-with-murder-after-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-charged-with-murder-after-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bigger than Vidal Sassoon, loved by Rod Stewart' - the man who invented modern hairdressing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Swiss-born stylist who cut the hair of stars like Rod Stewart and David Bowie grew his empire out of Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bigger-than-vidal-sassoon-loved-by-rod-stewart-the-man-who-invented-modern-hairdressing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 10:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/bigger-than-vidal-sassoon-loved-by-rod-stewart-the-man-who-invented-modern-hairdressing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool - ok.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;ok.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-okcouk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-okcouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool - OK! Magazine]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;OK! Magazine]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-ok-magazine/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-ok-magazine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool - mirror.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;mirror.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-mirrorcouk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-mirrorcouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool - Daily Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;Daily Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-daily-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-daily-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['John Virgo showed me his little trick shot secret']]></title><description><![CDATA[Long-time friend of John Virgo Les Dodd pays tribute to pay on his death aged 79.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/john-virgo-showed-me-his-little-trick-shot-secret/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/john-virgo-showed-me-his-little-trick-shot-secret/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chinese New Year celebrations across the North West]]></title><description><![CDATA[From carnivals to cultural workshops, some of the events planned to mark the2026 Lunar New Year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chinese-new-year-celebrations-across-the-north-west/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chinese-new-year-celebrations-across-the-north-west/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Lotto winner hid £280m drug lab in his cottage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neighbours had no idea that John Spiby, 80, ran a diazepam drug lab at his country cottage in Astley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-lotto-winner-hid-280m-drug-lab-in-his-cottage/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 07:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-lotto-winner-hid-280m-drug-lab-in-his-cottage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool - The Mirror]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;The Mirror]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-the-mirror/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-manchester-or-liverpool-the-mirror/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aircraft crash victim 'was due to start dream job']]></title><description><![CDATA[Arian Abbasi, 36, a pilot from Harrow in Greater London, was a 'loving father and devoted husband'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/aircraft-crash-victim-was-due-to-start-dream-job/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/aircraft-crash-victim-was-due-to-start-dream-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Styles fans can now request tickets for Manchester gig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fans of the former One Direction singer can now sign up to request tickets for the Co-op Live gig.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-fans-can-now-request-tickets-for-manchester-gig/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-fans-can-now-request-tickets-for-manchester-gig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town is in the North West but it's not in Manchester or Liverpool - Manchester Evening News]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town is in the North West but it's not in Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;Manchester Evening News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-manchester-evening-news/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-manchester-evening-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not in Manchester or Liverpool - Liverpool Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West but it's not in Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;Liverpool Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-liverpool-echo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-liverpool-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI fugitive found hiding in Wales can be extradited to USA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniel Andreas San Diego was on the run from the FBI for 21 years and was found in a cottage in north Wales in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fbi-fugitive-found-hiding-in-wales-can-be-extradited-to-usa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/fbi-fugitive-found-hiding-in-wales-can-be-extradited-to-usa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['XL bully type dog' seized after girl attacked]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two dogs, an XL bully type and a terrier, were taken by police after the attack in Greater Manchester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/xl-bully-type-dog-seized-after-girl-attacked/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/xl-bully-type-dog-seized-after-girl-attacked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town is in the North West but it's not in Manchester or Liverpool - Cheshire Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town is in the North West but it's not in Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;Cheshire Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-cheshire-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-is-in-the-north-west-but-its-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-cheshire-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West - not in Manchester or Liverpool - facebook.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West - not in Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;facebook.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-facebookcom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-facebookcom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West - not in Manchester or Liverpool - Facebook]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best town for 2026 is in the North West - not in Manchester or Liverpool&nbsp;&nbsp;Facebook]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-facebook/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uks-best-town-for-2026-is-in-the-north-west-not-in-manchester-or-liverpool-facebook/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The pill needs more warnings after my daughter's death']]></title><description><![CDATA[The mum of &Aacute;ine Rose Hurst, 19, calls for clearer information about the pill's possible side effects.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-pill-needs-more-warnings-after-my-daughters-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-pill-needs-more-warnings-after-my-daughters-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ice rink arena to be built in Trafford]]></title><description><![CDATA["We want to make Trafford City the best destination for retail and leisure in the world," developer says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ice-rink-arena-to-be-built-in-trafford/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ice-rink-arena-to-be-built-in-trafford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Culture bid and Farage names leader for Reform in Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/city-of-culture-bid-and-farage-names-leader-for-reform-in-wales/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/city-of-culture-bid-and-farage-names-leader-for-reform-in-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parachute propellant missing after aircraft crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are searching for part of the parachute system from a light aircraft after a fatal crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/parachute-propellant-missing-after-aircraft-crash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/parachute-propellant-missing-after-aircraft-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad's fear as girl mauled by dog on way home from school]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mina has been left with life-changing injuries after a dog "grabbed" her arm, her dad says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dads-fear-as-girl-mauled-by-dog-on-way-home-from-school/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/dads-fear-as-girl-mauled-by-dog-on-way-home-from-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd prepare to honour Munich disaster victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is impossible to fully understand the magnitude of thecrash that killed 23 people, eight of them Manchester United players, until you work for the club, says women's coach Marc Skinner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-prepare-to-honour-munich-disaster-victims/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-utd-prepare-to-honour-munich-disaster-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-England netball boss Neville takes football job at Stockport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England netball player and head coach Tracey Neville is appointed managing director of the Stockport County Women football team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ex-england-netball-boss-neville-takes-football-job-at-stockport/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ex-england-netball-boss-neville-takes-football-job-at-stockport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four arrests over fatal head-on car crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A taxi driver and three teenagers were killed in the collision in Bolton on 11 January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/four-arrests-over-fatal-head-on-car-crash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/four-arrests-over-fatal-head-on-car-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loan shark who left families 'living in fear' jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alan Fawcett demanded repayments of about &pound;130,000 and made threats if it was not repaid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/loan-shark-who-left-families-living-in-fear-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/loan-shark-who-left-families-living-in-fear-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to get £20 Harry Styles tickets for Co-op Live gig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Styles delighted fans by announcing on Instagram he would be playing one night at Co-op live.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-to-get-20-harry-styles-tickets-for-co-op-live-gig/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/how-to-get-20-harry-styles-tickets-for-co-op-live-gig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Day centre closure would ruin my brother's life']]></title><description><![CDATA[Amanda Shelley says attending Chadderton Hall Park centre has changed her brother's life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/day-centre-closure-would-ruin-my-brothers-life/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/day-centre-closure-would-ruin-my-brothers-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge finds cemetery funds were misappropriated]]></title><description><![CDATA[A further hearing will take place over the total sum and if the defendants will be ordered to repay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/judge-finds-cemetery-funds-were-misappropriated/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/judge-finds-cemetery-funds-were-misappropriated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I love giving my pocket money away to strangers']]></title><description><![CDATA[Rowan, 8, uses his pocket money to help others and he wants other people his age to do the same.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-love-giving-my-pocket-money-away-to-strangers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/i-love-giving-my-pocket-money-away-to-strangers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Pure logic' Guehi should play in final - Guardiola seeks rule change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola wants the English Football League to change their rules to allow Marc Guehi to play in the Carabao Cup final against Arsenal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pure-logic-guehi-should-play-in-final-guardiola-seeks-rule-change/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/pure-logic-guehi-should-play-in-final-guardiola-seeks-rule-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Styles to play Manchester Co-op Live gig with £20 tickets]]></title><description><![CDATA[The singer revealed the "One Night Only" gig on Instagram where he indicated the &pound;20 fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-to-play-manchester-co-op-live-gig-with-20-tickets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 22:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-to-play-manchester-co-op-live-gig-with-20-tickets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester Jewish community leaders criticise Guardiola]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have been "let down" by manager Pep Guardiola "repeatedly straying into commentary on international affairs", Jewish community leaders in the city say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-jewish-community-leaders-criticise-guardiola/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/manchester-jewish-community-leaders-criticise-guardiola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Littler rejects Humphries' 'greatest ever' claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reigning world champion Luke Littler says Phil Taylor is the greatest darts player of all-time after being branded the best ever by Luke Humphries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-rejects-humphries-greatest-ever-claim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/littler-rejects-humphries-greatest-ever-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restaurant boss 'devastated' at having to close]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bar owner Jobe Ferguson says he is devastated to close TNQ in the Northern Quarter after 22 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/restaurant-boss-devastated-at-having-to-close/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/restaurant-boss-devastated-at-having-to-close/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snooker legend Virgo dies aged 79]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Virgo, who co-presented TV show Big Break and was a popular BBC commentator for decades, has died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/snooker-legend-virgo-dies-aged-79/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/snooker-legend-virgo-dies-aged-79/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beach huts worth £250k get buried in sand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harsh winter storms leave the owners needing more than a bucket and spade to dig them out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/beach-huts-worth-250k-get-buried-in-sand/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/beach-huts-worth-250k-get-buried-in-sand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK police arrest man for murder over Leicester stabbing - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK police arrest man for murder over Leicester stabbing&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-police-arrest-man-for-murder-over-leicester-stabbing-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-police-arrest-man-for-murder-over-leicester-stabbing-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK to release files on Mandelson's US appointment - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK to release files on Mandelson's US appointment&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-to-release-files-on-mandelsons-us-appointment-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/uk-to-release-files-on-mandelsons-us-appointment-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No-one knows what to expect when you're dying, but hospices are helping me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hospices caring for people at the end of their lives are at risk because funding is "unsustainable".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/no-one-knows-what-to-expect-when-youre-dying-but-hospices-are-helping-me/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/no-one-knows-what-to-expect-when-youre-dying-but-hospices-are-helping-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men killed in light aircraft crash, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A team from the Air Accidents Investigation Branch is at the scene of the crash in Littleborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-men-killed-in-light-aircraft-crash-police-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 23:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/two-men-killed-in-light-aircraft-crash-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Communist League announces by-election candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hugo Wils says he launched his campaign while standing on the Birmingham refuse workers' picket line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/communist-league-announces-by-election-candidate/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/communist-league-announces-by-election-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington skipper Williams to leave at end of 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves confirm captain George Williams will leave the club to join a team in the NRL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-skipper-williams-to-leave-at-end-of-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/warrington-skipper-williams-to-leave-at-end-of-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tameside woman completes 100 marathons in 100 days]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hannah Cox, who only took up running last year, has just completed 100 marathons in as many days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tameside-woman-completes-100-marathons-in-100-days/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/tameside-woman-completes-100-marathons-in-100-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Grumpy' Guardiola jokes about Man City spending]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola mischievously said he is "a little bit sad and upset" that Manchester City have only the seventh highest net spend on transfers in the Premier League over the last five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/grumpy-guardiola-jokes-about-man-city-spending/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/grumpy-guardiola-jokes-about-man-city-spending/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Molly-Mae among Celebrity Bake Off 2026 line-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Influencer Molly-Mae joins Jojo Siwa, Vicky Pattison and Sam Thompson in the Bake-Off tent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/molly-mae-among-celebrity-bake-off-2026-line-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/molly-mae-among-celebrity-bake-off-2026-line-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four held in £3m illegal TV streaming raids]]></title><description><![CDATA[The raids, across Greater Manchester and Lancashire, uncovered 10 servers and equipment worth &pound;750,000.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/four-held-in-3m-illegal-tv-streaming-raids/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/four-held-in-3m-illegal-tv-streaming-raids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Man Utd defender Williams departs Hull]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brandon Williams leaves Hull City by mutual consent, having only made one appearance for the Tigers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ex-man-utd-defender-williams-departs-hull/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/ex-man-utd-defender-williams-departs-hull/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Future of Ricky Hatton's old boxing club in doubt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The amateur boxing club where world champion Ricky Hatton learned his trade fears being made homeless.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/future-of-ricky-hattons-old-boxing-club-in-doubt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/future-of-ricky-hattons-old-boxing-club-in-doubt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More than 4,000 parking fines issued at hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly a third of appeals were upheld, according to data released under the Freedom of Information Act.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/more-than-4000-parking-fines-issued-at-hospital/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/more-than-4000-parking-fines-issued-at-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minecraft 'helping kids through cancer treatment']]></title><description><![CDATA[A virtual reality recreation of the hospital is designed to help children preparing for treatment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/minecraft-helping-kids-through-cancer-treatment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/minecraft-helping-kids-through-cancer-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Cancer campaigner left hole in our heart forever']]></title><description><![CDATA[The mothers of Dame Deborah James and Rachael Bland have spoken to BBC Radio Five Live.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cancer-campaigner-left-hole-in-our-heart-forever/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/cancer-campaigner-left-hole-in-our-heart-forever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicken in many school dinners imported from China and Thailand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chicken from thousands of miles away is particularly prevalent in some Welsh counties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chicken-in-many-school-dinners-imported-from-china-and-thailand/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 23:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/chicken-in-many-school-dinners-imported-from-china-and-thailand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillips joins Sheffield United on loan - can he revive career?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheffield United sign Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips on loan for the remainder of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/phillips-joins-sheffield-united-on-loan-can-he-revive-career/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/phillips-joins-sheffield-united-on-loan-can-he-revive-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Convicted terrorist and police killer denied parole]]></title><description><![CDATA[The man whofatally stabbed Det Con Stephen Oake has his application for parole turned down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/convicted-terrorist-and-police-killer-denied-parole/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/convicted-terrorist-and-police-killer-denied-parole/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guitarist thanks fans after cancer all-clear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Birchall, lead guitarist in The Lilacs, was just 24 when he was diagnosed with cancer last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guitarist-thanks-fans-after-cancer-all-clear/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/guitarist-thanks-fans-after-cancer-all-clear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man bailed after arrest in fatal A55 crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 57-year-old man who was arrested in connection with fatal crash has now been released on bail.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-bailed-after-arrest-in-fatal-a55-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-bailed-after-arrest-in-fatal-a55-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested over attempted gun murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police remain at St Joseph&rsquo;s Drive, Salford, after arresting a man on suspicion of attempted murder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-arrested-over-attempted-gun-murder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/man-arrested-over-attempted-gun-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 14 people from the North West listed amongst the UK's 100 highest taxpayers - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 14 people from the North West listed amongst the UK's 100 highest taxpayers&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-14-people-from-the-north-west-listed-amongst-the-uks-100-highest-taxpayers-msn/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 02:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/the-14-people-from-the-north-west-listed-amongst-the-uks-100-highest-taxpayers-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Socceroo gambles on UK move ahead of World Cup - The North West Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Socceroo gambles on UK move ahead of World Cup&nbsp;&nbsp;The North West Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/socceroo-gambles-on-uk-move-ahead-of-world-cup-the-north-west-star/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 23:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/socceroo-gambles-on-uk-move-ahead-of-world-cup-the-north-west-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Carrick proving Amorim's Man Utd tenure was a wasted year?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A third win in a row for Michael Carrick highlights the failures of Ruben Amorim's time at Manchester United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-carrick-proving-amorims-man-utd-tenure-was-a-wasted-year/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/is-carrick-proving-amorims-man-utd-tenure-was-a-wasted-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oldham sign Bantams striker Kavanagh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oldham Athletic sign striker Calum Kavanagh from Bradford City in a two and a half year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldham-sign-bantams-striker-kavanagh/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 19:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/oldham-sign-bantams-striker-kavanagh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charlotte Cadden chosen as Tory by-election candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[The retired detective says she wants "a proper inquiry on grooming gangs" and "to get rid of carbon tax".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/charlotte-cadden-chosen-as-tory-by-election-candidate/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 18:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/charlotte-cadden-chosen-as-tory-by-election-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Styles among UK's top taxpayers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former One Direction member-turned-solo artist appears on the Sunday Times list for the first time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-among-uks-top-taxpayers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/harry-styles-among-uks-top-taxpayers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Icy weather warning issued as temperatures set to drop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Icy conditions could cause disruption overnight and into Monday morning, forecasters say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/icy-weather-warning-issued-as-temperatures-set-to-drop/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 11:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/icy-weather-warning-issued-as-temperatures-set-to-drop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City centre gardens to be fenced off for 18 months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some residents say the area in Manchester city centre has "lost its charm" as they welcome the upgrade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/city-centre-gardens-to-be-fenced-off-for-18-months/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/city-centre-gardens-to-be-fenced-off-for-18-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Postmaster hailed 'community champ' over phone help]]></title><description><![CDATA[Postmaster Sid Patel holds free smartphone advice sessions for older customers after hours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/postmaster-hailed-community-champ-over-phone-help/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/postmaster-hailed-community-champ-over-phone-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Flesh-eating bug nearly took my four-year-old son']]></title><description><![CDATA[Four-year-old Charlie Cross nearly died 10 years ago when his chicken pox led to a flesh-eating bug.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/flesh-eating-bug-nearly-took-my-four-year-old-son/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/flesh-eating-bug-nearly-took-my-four-year-old-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm annoyed I'd never heard of Elizabeth Gaskell']]></title><description><![CDATA[Works from writers-in-residence inspired by the Victorian novelist are published in a new book.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/im-annoyed-id-never-heard-of-elizabeth-gaskell/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/im-annoyed-id-never-heard-of-elizabeth-gaskell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three relaxing North West walks to help you unwind]]></title><description><![CDATA[How North West walks help people find a sense of calm from the demands of daily life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-relaxing-north-west-walks-to-help-you-unwind/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/three-relaxing-north-west-walks-to-help-you-unwind/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven North West restaurants named among top 100 in UK - Chester Standard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seven North West restaurants named among top 100 in UK&nbsp;&nbsp;Chester Standard]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/seven-north-west-restaurants-named-among-top-100-in-uk-chester-standard/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/seven-north-west-restaurants-named-among-top-100-in-uk-chester-standard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick backs Man Utd fan support before new protest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick praises the club's supporters for their backing before planned protest against the ownership.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-backs-man-utd-fan-support-before-new-protest/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 23:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/north_west/carrick-backs-man-utd-fan-support-before-new-protest/</guid></item></channel></rss>