Scuffle breaks out at huge Eid gathering in waterlogged Platt Fields Park as organisers criticised

Coronation Street star Sue Cleaver has shared a huge announcement as she takes some time away from the ITV soap.The soap star is famed for portraying Eileen Grimshaw in Corrie, but in upcoming episodes, viewers will see the character jet off to Thailand. Loose Women panellist Sue, 60, is taking a break to appear in a theatre production of Sister Act the Musical, in which she is portraying Mother Superior.The tour had a stint at the Manchester Palace Theatre back in March, with many of her fellow Coronation Street co-stars coming out to support her at the performances.

Fontaines D.C. have announced details of a huge UK and Ireland tour, set to kick off later this year.

A large knife and almost 100 wraps of Class A drugs were seized by police after chasing down a teenager in north Manchester. Greater Manchester Police says its neighbourhood officers made the discovery during an afternoon patrol in Cheetham Hill this week.

Karen Matthews is said to be 'over the moon' her co-conspirator Mick Donovan is dead.

Amanda Holden has compared a new Britain's Got Talent singer to a global superstar, as the brand new series sets a record for golden buzzer acts, who are fast-tracked straight to the live finals.

Amanda Holden has compared a new Britain's Got Talent contestant to an international music sensation, as the show sets a record for the most golden buzzer acts in its history.The BGT judges were completely blown away by this year's talent, resulting in a record-breaking number of acts going straight through to the live finals. Previously, the Britain's Got Talent judges were allowed to give five golden buzzers - one for each judge and one for the dynamic duo Ant and Dec.

A convicted drug dealer known by the Encrochat handle 'Diorpaw' has died behind bars. John Digweed died at HMP Garth in Lancashire today, the Prison Service confirmed.

Todd Carty looked nearly unrecognisable as he stepped out in Manchester sporting a thick moustache in new snaps.The actor was spotted running errands near The Lowry Theatre in the city. Todd, 60, looked worlds away from his roles in The Bill and Eastenders, in which he portrayed PC Gabriel Kent and Martin Fowler respectively.The former soap star is currently starring in a touring stage production of The Mousetrap. The star, who appears alongside fellow EastEnders star and Only Fools and Horses favourite Gwyneth Strong in the play, was seen nearby the theatre carrying a carrier bag filled with goods on 12 April, ahead of that evening's show.

Police have ended inquiries after Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien was caught up in an altercation involving two girls outside her home. The 40-year-old was caught up in a fight between two teenagers near to her home in Bramhall, Stockport, on March 15.

Technology is to be introduced by a coroner which will be able to establish cause of death without dissecting the body. A leading coroner said families who have recently lost a loved one in Bolton, Salford, Wigan will soon benefit from 'digital autopsies', which not only minimise emotional distress, but also accelerate the post-mortem process.

A major update to the Eagles UK residency has been announced. The band, who will be performing exclusively in Manchester this summer, were due to be joined by long-time contemporaries Steely Dan for their final tour dates.

Heavy rain threatened to dampen the mood as hundreds made their way to Fallowfield to celebrate the end of Ramadan. Eid in the Park saw a change of scenery this year after it was announced that worshippers would be praying indoors due to torrential rain and 'waterlogged grounds'.

Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien cut a casual figure as she was seen out and about for the first time since a shocking incident took place outside her home. The actress is best known for playing Sarah Barlow in the ITV soap.

Phil Foden has broken his silence following Manchester City's 4-2 win over Crystal Palace. The 23-year-old midfielder, who scored a hat-trick against Aston Villa on Wednesday evening, was benched this weekend with Kevin De Bruyne reintroduced to the starting lineup.

Manchester United have received a significant update on Jason Wilcox from Southampton manager Russell Martin, who believes it's 'likely' that the director of football will make the switch to Old Trafford.

A major Eid al-Fitr celebration will be returning to Greater Manchester next week to mark the end of Ramadan.

Tributes, memories and generous donations continue to roll in for The Star and Garter landlord Andy Martin, following his sudden death last Friday. The 52-year-old touched the hearts of the hundreds of people who laughed with him and danced in his legendary Manchester pub.

Less than a week ago, the UK’s popular art venue the Home Theatre in Manchester was sharing on social media that it would be “celebrating Palestinian voices” at an event called Voices of Resilience in April.

Gary O'Neil has played down reports suggesting he could become part of the coaching set-up at Manchester United, but he described the Reds as 'special' and said it was 'an honour' to be linked.

Lisandro Martinez is poised to return to the Manchester United squad for the first time in eight weeks against Brentford.