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People in a south Manchester suburb have been left fuming over plans to erect 'eyesore' 15m broadband poles in their neighbourhood.

Manchester United responded to last week's 4-0 thrashing at Crystal Palace with a much better performance against Arsenal over the weekend despite falling to a 1-0 defeat.

A man has suffered potentially life-changing injuries after a horror motorbike crash in Tameside. It happened on Manchester Road in Droylsden shortly before 3pm on Thursday (May 9).

There was a massive police response in Wythenshawe tonight after three people were injured in a large 'fight.' Police were called to the disturbance on Floatshall Road in Baguley shortly before 4:30pm this evening (Sunday, May 12).

PVRIS‘ gig in Manchester has been cancelled due to the roof leaking water amidst heavy storms.The Massachussetts band were due to play at the O2 Victoria Warehouse tonight (May 12) in what would have been their first night on their UK leg of the tour.However, due to torrential storms that Manchester is currently experiencing, the warehouse was found to be leaking water from the roof. As a result, PVRIS have been forced to cancel their gig tonight.Taking to social media, the band wrote: “Manchester, we are so sorry to have to cancel the show tonight due to a massive leak in the venue’s ceiling, causing flooding right before doors.

Britain's Got Talent viewers were left fuming at Amanda Holden after she used the coveted Golden Buzzer for a second time. The TV and radio star was back on the judging panel as the ITV talent show's auditions continued on Sunday night (May 12).

Manchester United fans today described their exasperation at the state of Old Trafford after the final whistle in the defeat to Arsenal - with videos showing storm water gushing through the roof and pouring down the terraces.

Sephora has announced it will be handing out a limited number of exclusive treats to shoppers who visit its brand new Trafford Centre store on its opening day. The giant beauty retailer will open to the public next Thursday (May 16) making it its third UK store.

A boy of 13 has been taken to hospital following a dramatic rescue from the fifth floor of a building undergoing renovation. The teenager was strapped into a stretcher and lowered to the ground by a fire service cherry picker before being taken to hospital.

Erik ten Hag has lashed out after Manchester United's 1-0 defeat to Arsenal on Sunday.

Coronation Street star Andy Whyment found himself addressing concerns about his welfare despite being seen living the noughties dream on a night out with his wife. The actor spent his weekend break away from the cobbles jumping on Manchester's new Bee Network and heading into town for the night.

A grandfather facing terminal cancer, who paid out life insurance premiums for 15 years, has been left devastated after learning he cannot access a life inusrance payout.

A well respected senior teacher was unfairly sacked and discriminated against for 'trade union reasons', a tribunal has found.

Gambling addict Ming Jiang was a familiar face at the card tables and roulette wheels of Manchester's 235 Casino. So when on the night of October 9, 2016 the 42-year-old took a seat and began placing his bets, few of his fellow players took much notice.

Wiping tears from his face, a former Manchester United star spoke of a sacrifice that can so often happen without fanfare – but is a vital second chance at life for those who find themselves urgently needing it.

A mum-of-two has revealed how she rediscovered herself by seeing the world alone - saying she doesn't care if other mums judge her for travelling without her children.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has said he is "expecting a lot" from Sofyan Amrabat after handing him a rare start against Arsenal at Old Trafford this afternoon.

Reported Manchester United transfer target Michael Olise has been warned that he could ‘get lost’ if he completes a move to Old Trafford, as he is told to choose his next step wisely.

Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney has backed her new man Ricky Hatton as he prepares for a big night that's a far cry from those spent in the ring. The boxer will be getting suited and booted as he heads to the BAFTA Television Award 2024 on Sunday (May 12).

Roy Keane told a Manchester United team-mate to "f*** off back to London" in a heated dressing room altercation.

A man was stabbed during a fight in the early hours of Sunday on a town centre street. Officers from Greater Manchester Police and emergency services were called to Silver Street in Bury at 3.15am today after reports of a fight.

Dazzling displays of aurora borealis colour are possible over the skies of Greater Manchester on Sunday night, but the Met Office has warned any sightings 'will be far reduced' compared to Friday and Saturday nights due to predicted stormy weather conditions and cloud cover.

Katie McGlynn and Ricky Rayment have been dating for six months and they certainly seem to still be in the honeymoon phase as they couldn't keep their hands off each other.The couple were watching a charity football match at Rochdale FC in Manchester and couldn't stop smiling at one another.They were also spotted kidding and laughing with each other. Katie looked stunning in a white sleeveless dress with a pleated skirt. Her blonde locks were worn loose and she accessorised with silver jewellery.

Plans for two courts for the new form of ‘padel’ tennis at an Altrincham golf club have been approved - despite the site’s green belt status and concerns over the effects of floodlighting on the bat population. Trafford’s planning committee gave the go-ahead to the new courts at Dunham Forest Golf Club in the face of objections from six neighbouring residents and two of its councillors.

Football fans who use their Amazon Fire TV Stick devices to illegally stream Premier League games have been warned that they could face fines of up to £50,000 as home raids become 'inevitable' in a new crackdown on illegal streaming. The Police Intellectual Property Crime Unit (PIPCU) and other UK authorities are intensifying their efforts to combat this crime.

A new Islamic school, regeneration around a train station and a new Lidl are some of the significant developments put before Greater Manchester this week.

Former Britain's Got Talent child stars Bars and Melody have grown up and look unrecognisable in their recent snaps. The duo, who won hearts with their anti-bullying rap on the ITV talent show back in 2014, are still going strong as a rap and R&B act, ten years later.They've been sharing their journey together on Instagram, showing off their mature looks. Charlie Lenehan (Melody) is now covered in tattoos while Leondre Devries (Bars) has shot up in height.

Manchester United will face title chasing Arsenal this weekend with both sides desperate for the three points.

Erik ten Hag insists his Manchester United players have proved they are fighting for the shirt in recent games despite admitting to collective disappointment at the way they folded at Crystal Palace last week.

Manchester City returned to the top of the Premier League table with victory over Fulham.