Devoted dad-of-two dies aged 35 from rare cancer six days after getting married

Families and communities in Greater Manchester have been left reeling after two people were stabbed to death in two separate incidents less than 48 hours apart. On Wednesday night 21-year-old Salah Eldin Adam was killed in Old Trafford.

A single mum has promised she will fight for her life for her children's sake after being diagnosed with cancer at just 29.

An armed forces veteran has gone back into battle for a Wigan charity as he attempts to relive a real-life escape from Colditz.

Greater Manchester's previous deputy mayor will stay in a paid position for another six months as her employment is extended until the end of the year. Baroness Beverley Hughes, who formally resigned in January from the role which oversees police, crime, the criminal justice system and the fire service, has been working part time in a newly-created post since she stepped down.

Two people have been charged after a man was knocked down by a car in Oldham.

Police have issued a CCTV appeal after an elderly man was attacked by two strangers in a park in Bolton.

Hen parties are no longer restricted for just the bride and her female pals it seems, as Olivia Attwood's fiancé Bradley Dack made an appearance at her hen weekend in Ibiza where the couple packed on the PDA in the sun.The former Love Island star, 32, enjoyed celebrating her upcoming nuptials in the party destination over the weekend, before meeting up with her footballer beau later.The reality star has been having fun in the Balearic Islands on her unusual funeral-themed hen weekend, jokingly mocking the end of single life, amusing her fans and celeb friends alike on Instagram. All of the snaps from Olivia Attwood's 'funeral' hen do from lavish hotel to personalised gifts View gallery Celebrity Big Brother star Nicola McLean was one of the many people who commented on Olivia's Insta snaps from the celebrations, writing "OMG" followed by a black heart emoji.

Police have issued an urgent appeal to trace a missing man who has not been seen for almost two days. James, 35, whose surname was not given, was last seen in the Ormskirk Road area at around 9pm on Friday (May 26).

Two men in their 20s have died after being pulled from the water off the coast of Torbay, police have said.

Picture the scene: a lake shimmering in the summer sunshine, water gently lapping the shore and beautiful mountains in the distance. It’s an image which has made the Italian Lakes a world famous holiday destination - and one that’s popular with A-list stars with George Clooney famously owning a property there.

Sam Smith is explaining why they had to abruptly end their latest show.

Manchester WAGs Sasha Attwood and Lucia Loi enjoyed a relaxing lunch together in upmarket Hale village in Cheshire on Tuesday. Influencer and model Sasha, 27, and business graduate Lucia, 25, were spotted leaving Victors eatery, which is a favourite with Manchester-based celebs.

Molly-Mae Hague was spotted enjoying a sunny day out in Manchester city centre, accompanied by her agent, Francesca Britton.The duo indulged in some retail therapy, carrying sizeable Zara shopping bags as they wandered around. Molly-Mae sported a smart-casual look, pairing a chic blazer with joggers and a white vest. Adding a personal touch, Molly-Mae wore a necklace with her daughter Bambi's initial.

A nursery has gone from disappointment to elation following a new Ofsted score - just six months after the regulator delivered a damning verdict.

A nurse who used to joke she 'looked like a prop forward' says she's now finally happy in her own skin after after flying abroad for weight loss surgery. At her heaviest, Marie Rowe, 56, tipped the scales at more than 17st and wore a size 24 uniform.

The Snake Pass (A57) is to close to all traffic from tomorrow (May 22) for urgent repairs to be carried out. Drivers will be forced to find other routes as the popular route, through the Peak District, will be closed.

A walker was rescued after getting 'stranded in the dark' on Saddleworth Moor. Police and mountain rescuers escorted the walker to safety after they got lost near Birchen Clough in Chew Valley on Friday night.

Bassist Andy Rourke has died at the age of 59. Andy was one quarter of the hit band The Smiths, which were formed in Manchester in the 80s. He was in the band alongside highly-acclaimed musicians Morrisey, Johnny Marr and Mike Joyce.

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Max Johnstone has signed for Northern Premier League outfit Macclesfield FC

A council has launched a review to 'identify any potential missed opportunities to act sooner' after a pensioner lay dead in his flat for six years before his skeletal remains were found. The tragic case of Robert Alton, a 70-year-old retired bookmaker, was revealed after an inquest into his death concluded this week.