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Many protesters have gathered in Manchester today

Police handed extra powers as protesters gather in Manchester city centre Police officers have been given extra powers to disperse people in Manchester today (Saturday, August 3) as protests are planned throughout the city…

Check those cupboards

'Do not eat': Morrisons and Hovis crumpets may contain 'pieces of metal' The affected products are the Morrisons Crumpets, Morrisons Savers Crumpets, Morrisons The Best Crumpets with Sourdough, and Hovis Crumpets

It's a far cry from Coronation Street

Kym Marsh embracing the dark side as 101 Dalmatians the Musical hits Manchester From making her name as part of chart-toppers Hearsay to her 13 year stint on Coronation Street and beyond, Kym Marsh seemed like one of our warmest…

Our thoughts are with Mr Cheshire's loved ones ❤

Family pay tribute to ‘larger-than-life’ man after being found dead on tram in Bury The family of a “larger than life” grandad who was found dead on a tram have paid tribute to him and praised an off-duty doctor who tried to…

An update on the report

GM authority issues update on damning report about treatment of people in GMP custody The region's deputy mayor has issued an update on how she will handle a damning report into Greater Manchester Police's (GMP) handling of people in…

"As a family, we will always carry Salah’s loss with us"

Two men jailed for roles in death of 'loving' and 'loyal' young man in Trafford Two men have been jailed for their roles in the death of a "loving, loyal and charitable" 21-year-old man in Trafford last year.

Handy to know

How much could your state pension increase by next year? A 5.7 rise in the full new state pension could take it from around £221 per week to £233, or from around £11,500 to around £12,157 annually

“Greater Manchester is better than this."

Andy Burnham ‘struggling to comprehend’ the 'despicable' violence at protest Andy Burnham said he was "struggling to comprehend" the "despicable" violence which erupted in Newton Heath on Wednesday in the…

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Can you slow down before a speed camera? Motoring experts explain how it works Motoring experts at the AA explain if you are allowed to slow down before you pass a speed camera when driving

Good news!

Upgraded Trafford junctions unveiled to promote safe active travel Two Trafford junctions, which have received safety improvements, have opened.

What do you think about this?

HS2 funding allocation for fixing potholes in Trafford ‘pitiful’, party leader says A leading councillor has blasted the amount of cash allocated for fixing potholes in the borough – as compensation for the scrapping of the HS2…

She's a one-off!

‘I’ve always been uncontrollably creative’ says Rebellion Festival headliner LENE Lovich recorded blood-curdling screams for Hammer horror films, penned the lyrics for disco smash Supernature by French composer Marc Cerrone,…

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Homeowners can use this £1.79 hack to keep rats away from fences and gardens Rats can cause chaos when they take over our homes and gardens but Vaseline can be used to make surfaces like fences and bird tables slippery.

Tragic 😞

Man died on flight to Manchester Airport after heart attack on holiday Terence Mason died on a flight from The Gambia on April 18 after a two-week trip with wife Anne Mason.

The latest from court on this case

Boy, 17, charged with murders of Southport girls named in court A 17-year-old boy who is charged with the murders of three girls killed in the knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport has…

Horrible to see

Violence erupts at protest at hotel on major road in wake for Southport tragedy Violence broke out at a protest outside a hotel near the borough last night, Wednesday, in the wake of the horrific fatal stabbings of three…

Do you know this man?

Appeal after sexual assault on train to Manchester Piccadilly The incident was on a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly at around midday on June 24.

Updates 👇

LIVE: Delays due to multi-vehicle crash on motorway Two lanes are closed on the M60 clockwise after a crash close to Junction 12.

Well done! 👏👏🥰

Altrincham schoolgirl clinches top in the national NHS contest A talented Altrincham schoolgirl has claimed the top prize in an annual NHS contest, beating almost 2000 other entries

Great to see 👏🥰

86-year-old former soldier becomes digital whiz through council initiative An 86-year-old former soldier is Trafford Council's most senior member of their Go Digital classes designed for elderly people

Great to see it staying with someone who cares😊

Hairdressers ran by same family for over 30 years changes owners A hair salon in Urmston owned by the same family for over 30 years has changed owners and will now be run by a young employee

Can you help?

Appeal to find family of man, 79, who was found dead at property in Sale Police are appealing for assistance from the public to trace the next of kin of an elderly man who died at an address in Sale.

Can you help find Gerrard?

Search launched for elderly man, 82, from Trafford A search is underway for an older man who was last seen in Trafford yesterday (Tuesday, July 30)

Warning 👇

Trafford residents told to reduce activity in air pollution alert Vulnerable residents have been warned to limit their activity due to increased air pollution

Exciting!

British brand to unveil new store at Trafford Centre British womenswear brand Hobbs is launching a new store at Trafford Centre this autumn

Warning ⚠

M62 to close for two weekends for work on 2,000-tonne bridge The replacement of Castleton Bridge, which is close to Junction 20 of the motorway, is a part of a £20 million investment by Network Rail.

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Inside the industrial-inspired bowling alley ready to roll in town Lane7 is open as one of the occupants of the ground floor of the former House of Fraser as of Friday (July 26).

Awful incident over in Southport

Man detained and knife seized after a number of people injured in ‘stabbing’ EMERGENCY services are in Southport following a major incident this morning, Monday.

It was out of "revenge".

Kennie Carter's killers sentenced for stabbing of teenager Kennie, 16, was stabbed a single time on Thirlmere Avenue on the evening of January 22, 2022.

Can you help police find him?

Search launched for man with links to Trafford wanted back in prison An appeal has been launched to track down a man who is wanted back in prison who has links to Trafford.