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BREAKING: Busy road taped off by police after reports of 'man on a roof' - live updatesOfficers are at the scene in Failsworth
One of the very first signs you might have the Omicron variant
CoronavirusThe Covid symptom will usually appear in the first week of illness and improve quite quickly
Takeaway owner gutted after £2,000 in Just Eat payments disappear from account
RochdaleAkmal Bashir believes he has been the victim of fraud
Critical Covid announcement expected today as infection rates from Christmas Eve to be revealed
Coronavirus
The latest UK infection data dates back to Christmas Eve, when more than 122,000 people tested positive in the previous 24 hours
Kerry Katona worries fans as she says she's "getting worse, not better" a week after catching Covid
Kerry Katona"My god this isn't good."
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Covid lockdown latest: LIVE updates as Prime Minister briefed on impact Christmas had on infections
CoronavirusThere are reports that no announcement is expected to come out of a meeting between the PM, chief medical officer for England Professor Chris Whitty and Sir Patrick Vallance, the chief scientific adviser
Pensioner killed after fire breaks out in apartment block
LeighFirefighters were called to the blaze in Ledgard Avenue, Leigh, this morning
Wigan's brilliant and bonkers Boxing Day fancy dress night out - all the pictures
WiganDespite Covid the tradition continued for the 43rd year - and once again revellers didn't disappoint
Chilling footage of masked man threatening to 'assassinate' the Queen emerges
The Queen
Police arrested a man at Windsor Castle on Christmas morning
Ridiculous reason taxi driver risks his life by walking across a busy motorway
Greater Manchester NewsOfficers stopped to find out what was going on
Amanda Holden's daughters look just like their mum as they enjoy family holiday
Britain's Got TalentThe Britain's Got Talent judge shared stunning snaps from their Christmas
'Everyone was cheering from their seats' – the exciting moment Buzz Bingo player wins £50K jackpot
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Manchester United FCFour bargain buys Manchester United should pursue in January transfer windowThe January transfer window is just a week away and Man United could pick up some bargains to strengthen their side.
Woman left stunned by 'guardian angel' who approached her while crying on bench
SalfordThe stranger almost moved her to tears with his words
Is it really all that bad? The city centre car park that's been branded terrible
Piccadilly Train Station
"Thirteen pot holes later and another pile of glass I decided to just park up and get on with it."
Shoppers steer clear as city centre streets go quiet on second day of post-Christmas sales
Manchester City CentreHuge queues formed outside shops on Boxing Day morning - but streets were much calmer today
Man returns from hospital to find a whole new estate with almost 200 houses built around him
Liverpool
Charlie Wright had previously spent most of last year in hospital after a thug broke into his once-isolated home
Much-loved radio DJ dies on Christmas Eve after being taken to hospital with Covid
Coronavirus
The 54-year-old was taken in for treatment two days before
Ultimate turkey curry recipe to use up the leftovers
Indian food
Here's what one of Manchester's most popular Indian restaurants suggest you can do with all that leftover turkey
TVChildren's TV and family films to watch this Christmas 2021 - our day-by-day guide
From festive favourite The Snowman, to the much-anticipated Superworm, here's your ultimate guide to kids' shows this Christmas
Children collapse in school after vaping fake cannabis oil laced with Spice for £10 a bottle
SpiceKids are being hospitalised after unwittingly smoking the substance
New Year's Eve could be warmest on record - Greater Manchester borough by borough forecast
Manchester weather
The previous high was recorded a decade ago
PM 'not expected to announce further Covid restrictions' after Christmas infections data briefing
Coronavirus
The PA news agency reports that no announcement is expected to come out of a meeting between the PM, chief medical officer for England Professor Chris Whitty and Sir Patrick Vallance, the chief scientific adviser
Man killed after being hit by car on dual carriageway
WiganA 29-year-old man has been arrested
Inside the UK's first cheese and wine fine dining restaurant in Manchester that's a 'real labour of love' for chef Simon Wood
Manchester restaurants
Homage is based on the second floor of WOOD in Manchester
'We lost two staff and 12 residents to Covid, but we'll never give up': Inside the special care home which tells a powerful story of the pandemic
Coronavirus
“I used to walk to work, coming round the corner, you’d see an ambulance and your heart goes in your mouth thinking, who have we lost today?”
Entire school years might need to be 'sent home due to Covid staff shortages'
CoronavirusHeadteachers would be 'scenario planning' for the new term and deciding which year groups to prioritise
Catherine Tyldesley shares emotional message after winning ITV's All Star Musicals
Celebs
Former Corrie favourite Cath had a special message after her emotional win singing Memory in front of Elaine Paige
'D-Day' for New Year's Eve celebrations as pubs, clubs and restaurants face anxious wait over possible new Covid restrictions
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson is due to be presented with the latest data today
'Do we really want to live in a country where ministers direct all our lives?' Sir Graham Brady on Covid, SAGE, and PM Boris Johnson
Graham Brady MP
"The danger is that the messaging does more damage by spreading fear and loneliness than it can ever do good by slowing the spread of Covid. People need to enjoy life and the company of their loved ones"
Are you ready for the next phase of Brexit rules from Jan 1, 2022? Here's what you need to know
European Union
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Manchester United FC team newsManchester United's position compared to last Christmas and the message it sends Ralf RangnickMan Utd head into the New Year in a different position to the one they were in twelve months ago but still need to win a trophy
Christmas campaign helps fund 1,000 emergency beds for rough sleepers as generous Mancunians smash £30k target
HomelessnessHundreds of homeless people will have a roof over their heads this Christmas thanks to you
More than 800 patients 'medically fit for discharge' still in hospital in week leading up to Christmas
NHS
The figure comes as Greater Manchester's hospitals beds are currently '88 per cent full', with anything over 85 per cent 'extremely uncomfortable'
Dad hits out at restaurant over Christmas Day menu - but people are pointing out the same thing
Bury
"I think Christmas dinner was ruined the second you decided to go for an Indian for a Christmas dinner!"
Four restrictions Boris Johnson could bring in next week to tackle coronavirus
CoronavirusThe Prime Minister is expected to meet virtually with cabinet members, Professor Chris Whitty and Sir Patrick Vallance tomorrow
'All it is, is pound shops': What people REALLY think about the town centre slammed as 'not fit for purpose'
Tameside
Almost £20 million is set to be spent on regeneration in Ashton-under-Lyne
Trafford Centre shoppers stuck queuing for hours for a single shop's sale - and it's not M&S or Next
The Trafford CentreShoppers lined the shopping centre to get their hands on one specific shop's sale items
ChristmasThe ultimate guide to Christmas events for kids in Manchester 2021
From twinkly outdoor trails to Santa's grottos, this lot will get you in the festive spirit
Behind the scenes of the Coronation Street set in the 60s, 70s, and 80s
Coronation Street
Set life on the famous cobbles through the years
The bizarre and shocking court cases that made the headlines in 2021
Courts
The M.E.N. looks back on the weird and not so wonderful stories to come out of the courts in Manchester this year
Holidaymakers in search of winter getaway hit by 12 HOUR Boxing Day delay at Manchester Airport
Manchester Airport
Flight operator Tui said the disruption was caused by a 'technical issue'
Paddy McGuinness pleads 'I need help' as he stuns fans with video from Christmas Day
Paddy McGuinnessThe Top Gear presenter shared a frank Instagram post
Manchester Christmas Markets 2021 - dates, locations, and everything else we know so far
Manchester Christmas Markets
The Manchester Christmas Markets will be back this winter - here's what you need to know about your visit
'The Queen’s safety is clearly under threat' - Former royal bodyguard calls for review of security at Windsor Castle
The QueenIt comes after a man was caught allegedly carrying a crossbow on Christmas morning
How the senseless murder of student Anuj Bidve shocked the nation
SalfordAnuj was shot dead in a Salford street as he walked to the Boxing Day sales 10 years ago today
Weddings, births and funerals could be excluded from any new coronavirus rules, reports claim
Coronavirus
The Prime Minister is set to attend a crunch meeting with advisers tomorrow
Warnings to properly dispose of batteries after huge fire at recycling unit
Wigan
The batteries can catch fire or explode if not disposed of correctly
'Fit and healthy' pregnant mum, 24, who died after catching coronavirus could have survived if she had the vaccine, heartbroken dad claims
In The News
David Exley paid tribute to his daughter Sadie
Stormtroopers, an inflatable shark and cowgirls on the razz...Wigan's Boxing Day fancy dress night out is BACK
Wigan
The town's bonanza was held virtually last year due to Coronavirus - but made its awaited return on Boxing Day 2021
Manchester United FCManchester United give squad update and team news vs Newcastle after Covid outbreakEvery Man United first-team squad member has reported for training at Carrington this week ahead of their Premier League fixture at Newcastle.
Drunk driver turned lights off to avoid detection - then ploughed into a young mum on Christmas Eve
Bury
WARNING SOME MAY FIND FOOTAGE DISTRESSING "I kept thinking that we could have been killed. How would my family have coped with that - on Christmas Eve?"
Remember Brutus Gold? Meet the 60-year-old called Nigel behind the Love Train legend of Royales and the Ritz
Manchester Nightlife
The Love Train star is enjoying a revival
Van found to be cloned and driver arrested in Little Lever
Greater Manchester NewsTwo police pursuits in the early hours
'It's hard to describe with words': Tears of joy as girl, six, beats cancer just in time for Christmas
BoltonTwo years and 604 doses of chemotherapy later, Sophie Gamble is cancer free
'It was like a horror film' – Woman lost ‘half her blood’ during routine op while battling mystery illness described as ‘laziness’
Real Life
'I don’t think there can be many other health conditions that have this level of dehabilitation but with this level of misunderstanding or disbelief'
Day by day Greater Manchester weather forecast: These are the best days to spend outside before New Year
Manchester weather
Temperatures are predicted to peak at 14C
The Trafford CentrePlaces to go ice skating in Manchester this Christmas 2021
If ice skating is a must for your festive calendar there are plenty of places to choose from this year
Tory MPs including veteran Sir Graham Brady could lose Greater Manchester seats to Labour according to bombshell new poll
Politics
The poll even suggested Boris Johnson could lose his own seat
Collared for Christmas - the murderers, drugged-up thugs and vile offenders jailed in Greater Manchester this week
Courts
These are some of the criminals put behind bars in our region over the last seven days
Mum accused of 'neglect' for leaving baby with grandparent says she won't stop sharing her life online
Wigan
Zoe was criticised for leaving her five-week-old daughter with her grandmother
BREAKING Woman dies after collapsing before being hit by car on Christmas Day
BoltonA man in his 60s was arrested
The Covid-safety measures brought in this year at Manchester Christmas Markets 2021
Manchester Christmas Markets
Hand sanitiser makes for a new norm at the Christmas Markets
Sacha Lord says Boris Johnson has 'done the right thing' by putting off restrictions
CoronavirusThe region's nightlife tsar wants to see support for the industry if measures are introduced
Manchester United squad members vs Newcastle include Raphael Varane and Edinson Cavani
Manchester United FC
Raphael Varane and Edinson Cavani are in contention to return for Man United for the first time in almost two months at Newcastle.
Intruder 'armed with crossbow' sectioned after being arrested in grounds of Windsor Castle
Royal FamilyThe teen has been sectioned under the Mental Health Act
Love Actually quiz: How well do you know this festive romantic comedy?
UK News
Try your hand at these 20 questions that test your Love Actually trivia
Woman who told partner he could leave her as she thought she was infertile has FOUR babies
Real Life
"I wanted him to be a dad and if it meant sacrificing our relationship, I thought he should have that chance"
Boris Johnson poised for decision on new restrictions as Covid jabs 'to be offered door-to-door'
CoronavirusGovernment is set to make a call on whether to tighten the rules before the new year
Manchester City FCPhil Foden and Jack Grealish show Man City's greatest threat this season comes from withinManchester City pair have thrown a spanner in Pep Guardiola's well-oiled works and there can be no repeat
Sexy Santa outfit, 'cheesy' photos and matching PJs - how celebs spent Christmas
Strictly Come DancingStars shared an insight into their Christmas day
Primark, Selfridges and Arndale shoppers form HUGE queues as Manchester stores open for Boxing Day sales
Manchester City Centre
Shoppers have flocked to the city centre for the start of the sales
Coronation Street writer explains 'daft' Christmas Day episode as fans fume over 'waste of an hour'
Coronation StreetCoronation Street viewers moaned that 'nothing happened'
I went to Greater Manchester's worst-rated train station to see why passengers seem to hate it so much
Tameside
'Grim and lifeless', 'a dump', 'ugly and scruffy'
David Beckham's 'brutal' response to wife Victoria as she mocks his singing
David BeckhamThe former Spice Girl poked fun at the Manchester United legend
Drink driver 'almost four times legal limit' after three-car Boxing Day M60 smash
Salford
One lane has been closed on the motorway after the crash
Family & KidsLightopia A Christmas Fantasy opens at Heaton Park - ticket prices, times and all you need to know
The lantern festival has returned for the festive season
Tough Covid restrictions from today in parts of the UK - but not in others
Coronavirus
New rules come into effect this Boxing Day following a surge in coronavirus cases
Heavy snow causes Boxing Day travel disruption - as Met Office issues warning
M62
There's a yellow warning for snow today and blizzards have caused problems on the M62 and Snake Pass overnight
The one simple thing that changed the life of a man told he would never amount to much
Wythenshawe
"It's made a big change in my life"
Jaguar driver's lucky escape after veering off M60 in dramatic Boxing Day smash
Tameside
Drivers are being urged to take care on the roads this morning

News

SalfordWoman left stunned by 'guardian angel' who approached her while crying on benchThe stranger almost moved her to tears with his words
One of the very first signs you might have the Omicron variant
CoronavirusThe Covid symptom will usually appear in the first week of illness and improve quite quickly
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BREAKING: Busy road taped off after reports of 'man on a roof' - live updates
OldhamOfficers are at the scene in Failsworth
Pensioner killed after fire breaks out in apartment block
LeighFirefighters were called to the blaze in Ledgard Avenue, Leigh, this morning
When should your Christmas decorations come down?
Christmas
Here's when your Christmas tree and decorations should be taken down, according to tradition

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Indian foodUltimate turkey curry recipe to use up the leftovers
Here's what one of Manchester's most popular Indian restaurants suggest you can do with all that leftover turkey
I tried Ben and Jerry's new vegan flavour and it's too good to share
Reviews
Salted caramel sauce is the perfect addition to this creamy vegan treat
Behind the scenes of the Coronation Street set in the 60s, 70s, and 80s
Coronation Street
Set life on the famous cobbles through the years
Unmissable winter sale deals across kitchens and bathrooms at Wickes
Shopping
Home improvement retailer Wickes will be offering up to 50% off on kitchen showroom units and 20% off bathroom products in its 2021 winter sale
Stormtroopers, an inflatable shark and cowgirls on the razz...Wigan's Boxing Day fancy dress night out is BACK
Wigan
The town's bonanza was held virtually last year due to Coronavirus - but made its awaited return on Boxing Day 2021

Manchester City

Premier LeagueRule changes coming in 2022 that could affect Manchester United and Man City
Two rules have already been changed with more likely to be added in 2022.
Man City youngster shines as injured Ferran Torres faces Barcelona medical
City Is Ours
Mediawatch: Barcelona need to get selling as Ferran Torres lands, Kevin Phillips praises Man City youngster and Micah Richards trolls Gary Lineker.
Man City fire 'warning shot' to Liverpool and Chelsea after Leicester rout
Manchester City FC
Michael Owen believes Man City's six-goal haul against Leicester City fired a "warning shot" to the Premier League as they moved clear of Liverpool and Chelsea.
Raheem Sterling is setting the tone for rampant Man City and Marc Albrighton moment proves it
Raheem Sterling
Very few players in the world can live with Raheem Sterling in his current mood, as Leicester City's Marc Albrighton found out.
Pep Guardiola reflects on Man City first half of Premier League title bid
Pep Guardiola
Manchester City played their 19th Premier League game of the season at home to Leicester on Boxing Day

Manchester United

Ethan GalbraithDoncaster fans point out Manchester United loanee's impact in Sunderland defeat
Manchester United loanee Ethan Galbraith missed the defeat to Sunderland after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season.
Rule changes coming in 2022 that could affect Manchester United and Man City
Premier League
Two rules have already been changed with more likely to be added in 2022.
Paul Merson disagrees with pundits on Manchester United against Newcastle
Manchester United fixtures
Manchester United travel to St James' Park on Monday looking to continue their winning run under Ralf Rangnick.
Newcastle threaten Ralf Rangnick transfer plans as Jose Mourinho keen on Manchester United teen
United On My Mind
Daily Round-Up:Edinson Cavani is linked with Barca as Jose Mourinho makes eyes as a Manchester United youngster.
Bayer Leverkusen director breaks silence on Florian Wirtz amid Manchester United transfer links
Manchester United FC
Man United have been linked with a transfer for Florian Wirtz and Bayer Leverkusen's sporting director has now commented.

Sport

Ruben DiasMan City suspension fears fade after Ruben Dias avoids Brentford ban
Ruben Dias had to be careful to avoid a yellow card for Manchester City on Boxing Day but will not have to worry against Brentford
Rule changes coming in 2022 that could affect Manchester United and Man City
Premier League
Two rules have already been changed with more likely to be added in 2022.
Liverpool journey with Steven Gerrard that helped Bolton midfielder find Wanderers ‘home’
Bolton Wanderers FC
MJ Williams came through the youth team ranks at Anfield and has gone on to become a key player for Bolton
Paul Merson disagrees with pundits on Manchester United against Newcastle
Manchester United fixtures
Manchester United travel to St James' Park on Monday looking to continue their winning run under Ralf Rangnick.
Man City youngster shines as injured Ferran Torres faces Barcelona medical
City Is Ours
Mediawatch: Barcelona need to get selling as Ferran Torres lands, Kevin Phillips praises Man City youngster and Micah Richards trolls Gary Lineker.

Business

SelfridgesSelfridges bought in £4bn deal by Thai and Austrian billionaires - including Manchester stores
The new owners say they plan to "sensitively reimagine" the stores, which includes Selfridges on Exchange Square and at the Trafford Centre
The Oldham-based marketing agency that started out in a spare bedroom and now works with international brands
OldhamWorking with GC Business Growth Hub helped Cornerstone DM to grow and develop a people-focussed culture
Improved productivity, teamwork and mental health: The importance of moving more during your working day
EmploymentWhether you're working from home or have returned to the office, work in manual labour or public services, find out how you can increase your daily activity during Workplace Wellbeing Week
Billionaire Issa brothers abandon £750m plans to acquire Asda petrol stations
Asda
The Issa Brothers’ EG Group took control of Asda in a £6.8bn deal last year
The free programme bringing Greater Manchester business leaders together to learn, share and grow
Special Features“Often when running a small business, you can become consumed by the day-to-day and feel that you are on your own"

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UK NewsMake New Year’s cocktails at home with these easy to use kits G&Ts, Peach Negronis and alcohol-free botanical aperitifs are just a click away
'It was like a horror film' – Woman lost ‘half her blood’ during routine op while battling mystery illness described as ‘laziness’
Real Life
'I don’t think there can be many other health conditions that have this level of dehabilitation but with this level of misunderstanding or disbelief'
Love Actually quiz: How well do you know this festive romantic comedy?
UK News
Try your hand at these 20 questions that test your Love Actually trivia
Four restrictions Boris Johnson could bring in next week to tackle coronavirus
CoronavirusThe Prime Minister is expected to meet virtually with cabinet members, Professor Chris Whitty and Sir Patrick Vallance tomorrow
Woman who told partner he could leave her as she thought she was infertile has FOUR babies
Real Life
"I wanted him to be a dad and if it meant sacrificing our relationship, I thought he should have that chance"
SalfordWoman left stunned by 'guardian angel' who approached her while crying on benchThe stranger almost moved her to tears with his words
One of the very first signs you might have the Omicron variant
CoronavirusThe Covid symptom will usually appear in the first week of illness and improve quite quickly
BREAKING: Busy road taped off after reports of 'man on a roof' - live updates
OldhamOfficers are at the scene in Failsworth
Pensioner killed after fire breaks out in apartment block
LeighFirefighters were called to the blaze in Ledgard Avenue, Leigh, this morning
When should your Christmas decorations come down?
ChristmasHere's when your Christmas tree and decorations should be taken down, according to tradition
Gary BarlowBBC's Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special flooded with criticism over Gary Barlow performanceBBC viewers have accused Gary Barlow of 'literally murdering a Christmas classic'
Paddy McGuinness pleads 'I need help' as he stuns fans with video from Christmas Day
Paddy McGuinnessThe Top Gear presenter shared a frank Instagram post
M&S issues important Boxing Day message to anyone who shops in its stores
MoneyMarks & Spencer has been heaped with praise by shoppers
Dad hits out at restaurant over Christmas Day menu - but people are pointing out the same thing
Bury"I think Christmas dinner was ruined the second you decided to go for an Indian for a Christmas dinner!"
Trafford Centre shoppers stuck queuing for hours for a single shop's sale - and it's not M&S or Next
The Trafford CentreShoppers lined the shopping centre to get their hands on one specific shop's sale items
Premier LeagueRule changes coming in 2022 that could affect Manchester United and Man CityTwo rules have already been changed with more likely to be added in 2022.
Woman left stunned by 'guardian angel' who approached her while crying on bench
SalfordThe stranger almost moved her to tears with his words
Liverpool journey with Steven Gerrard that helped Bolton midfielder find Wanderers ‘home’
Bolton Wanderers FCMJ Williams came through the youth team ranks at Anfield and has gone on to become a key player for Bolton
One of the very first signs you might have the Omicron variant
CoronavirusThe Covid symptom will usually appear in the first week of illness and improve quite quickly
Paul Merson disagrees with pundits on Manchester United against Newcastle
Manchester United fixturesManchester United travel to St James' Park on Monday looking to continue their winning run under Ralf Rangnick.