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It was a tragedy that touched the hearts of a tight-knit community. Harpurhey - an inner-city Manchester suburb once named the most deprived neighbourhood in England - was the scene of the horror.

Coronation Street fans were left 'very happy' as they saw a former on-screen couple back on TV together after 13 years. Brooke Vincent was back in new reality show, Drama Queens, in which she stars alongside a number of other current and former soap stars.

Manchester United's financial fair play position has received a boost this week after Borussia Dortmund's qualification for the Champions League semi-finals triggered another payment as part of Jadon Sancho's loan deal.

Top cops and council bosses have explained why fences were erected around the site of the ‘red tent’ homeless camp in Manchester city centre.

Paying off the mortgage is the goal of every homeowner and after the past few years of interest rate hell, that goal has started to seem more and more distant for many. But there is one "rule of thumb" popularised by finance guru Martin Lewis that has led to some knocking thousands of pounds off their mortgage.

Coronation Street fans think they've worked out a potential paternity twist after figuring out who 'knows something' about Lauren Bolton's disappearance. It's almost two months since the teenager suddenly went missing from the cobbles.

Rochelle Humes couldn't hide both her excitement and her pride as she revealed the secret project she has been working on with the help of her eldest child. The This Morning star has previously teased that Alaia-Mai, 10, had been working on and had pitched her own ideas for her mum's brand My Little Coco.

A teenager has been jailed after slashing a college student in the neck before making ‘slit throat’ gestures.

Gemma Atkinson has jokingly said 'who knows where Gorka Marquez is' as she revealed she's been left solo at home following their exciting joint news. The couple are set to return to TV screens in another series of their very own reality series.

Coronation Street fans have spotted the soap's next new couple, however, it comes before an expected exit. During the latest trip to the cobbles on Wednesday night (April 17) the was between Adam Barlow and Alya Nazir continued after she defected to a rival law firm.

Emmerdale stars Natalie Ann Jamieson and Ash Palmisciano have teased what is to come for Amy Wyatt and Matty Barton after viewers saw them tie the knot. The new Mr and Mrs Barton said 'I do' during the ITV soap's latest scenes aired on Wednesday night (April 17).

Tess Daly has been told she 'hasn't changed' as she took a trip down memory lane and shared one of many throwback snaps with her fans. The Strictly Come Dancing host appeared to have been looking through an old catalogue from her modelling portfolio after starting her career in the industry.

Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney has been praised for being 'humble' after giving a glimpse inside her low-key birthday celebrations. The actress marked her 53rd birthday on Wednesday (April 17) and among those sending her their best wishes was rumoured love interest Ricky Hatton.

Coronation Street star Jude Riordan has shared a sweet message to his former co-star after her exit scenes aired. Savannah Kunyo first arrived in the soap back in 2022 as Eliza, the granddaughter of Stu Carpenter.

Manchester United were handed an injury boost on Wednesday after one of their doubts for Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final against Coventry City was judged likely to play.

Manchester City were knocked out of the Champions League quarter-finals after a 5-4 penalty shoot-out defeat to Real Madrid.

Manchester United are reportedly confident they can offload Jadon Sancho to Borussia Dortmund this summer.

Beauty buffs are heaping praise on an anti-ageing cream loved by Marks and Spencer and Amazon shoppers that has been specifically formulated to firm, tighten and smooth the skin on women's neck and décolletage. Those who have tried the 'excellent' cream, which has won beauty awards, claim that it is their 'secret' to seeing 'improvements' on their throat and chest, areas which are often neglected in many women's skincare routine.

Pep Guardiola had no complaints over the manner of Manchester City's Champions League exit to Real Madrid - and certainly wouldn't blame Bernardo Silva's poor penalty for the loss.

The MP whose complaint prompted a new police investigation into Angela Rayner's domestic arrangements almost ten years ago has repeatedly refused to detail the allegations he has made to the force.

A car was smashed into a solicitors building on a main road in Whitefield on Wednesday night (April 17). The wall of an external part of the building, on Bury New Road, appeared to have crumbled around the vehicle after the collision.

Lucy Mecklenburgh said she was only 'joking' after she mocked Ryan Thomas' efforts to welcome her home following a short working break. There were emotional scenes when the former The Only Way is Essex star said a sad goodbye to Ryan and their son Roman and fiancé Ryan Thomas.

A terrified couple, along with their two-year-old daughter, barricaded themselves in their bathroom as a man waving a machete barged into their home. They were heard on a harrowing 999 recording as John Eichner, 35, rampaged through their property in Chorley on the night of June 6, 2023.

Warwick Davis' wife Samantha has died aged 53. The Harry Potter star has since paid tribute to his 'favourite human', who died on March 24.

Police investigating a drugs gang have seized cannabis, cocaine and £20,000 during a series of raids. Tactical Aid Unit cops smashed down doors at homes and 'stash houses' across Rochdale and Lancashire this morning.

Simon Cowell has addressed the future of Britain's Got Talent as he prepares to return to screens with the hit talent show. The ITV programme will return for its 17th series in a double weekend extravaganza on Saturday (April 20) and Sunday (April 21).

Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon has addressed being a 'WAG' and has made a vow as she waits for her footballer beau to pop the question. The actress went public with boyfriend Ryan Ledson, a footballer who plays as a midfielder for Preston North End, went public in June 2021.

A penthouse apartment in one of Manchester's most premium addresses has come up for sale - at a whopping £2,500,000. The three-bedroom flat sits at the top of one of the Deansgate Square towers boasting one of the best views over Manchester city centre and beyond.

A violent thug knifed a man in his side before going on to assault a woman, leaving her with fractured ribs, while he was awaiting his day in court.

A three-day festival featuring the very best food and drink Bury has to offer from across the world will be held for the first time next month. From Thursday, May 23 the town centre will be packed with pop-up food markets, artisan drinks and craft stalls, music and live entertainment.