Boy, 13, lost in city centre turned to 'policeman' for help, but he was a prolific paedophile in disguise

Rap superstar Aitch had a go at playing Father Christmas during a surprise toy giveaway for struggling families in Trafford. Lucky fans were treated to clothes and state of the art games consoles for this year's '‘Big Drama Call Christmas Giveback’ supported by the rapper on Tuesday night (December 19).

An award-winning independent coffee group founded in the Northwest has announced the reopening of its Stockport store.

A boy was diagnosed with a brain tumour after his mum noticed he was blinking too much. Varden Callaghan, now six, had been blinking excessively, rubbing his eyes and getting irritable since he was eight months old.

attended Metiers D'Art Show in Manchester, England, dressed in the brand's signature tweed textile, marking the only part of the look that could possibly be deemed classic Chanel. Stewart, who is known for weaving her into the fabric of the demure looks from fashion house, managed to take an ultra-feminine flared dress from the country club to a rock concert with a few choice accessories and a fresh hair color.To achieve more of a punk look, Stewart paired the structured black-and-white dress with unlaced black combat boots and white socks, further accessorizing with silver chain pendants and rings.

A woman hit with a controversial 'bus gate' fine - having been led along the stretch by her sat nav amid roadworks - has claimed a 'victory over the big man' after it was overturned. Gaynor Richards says she feels 'vindicated' after an independent arbitrator sided with her over Stockport council.

A teenage girl accused of Brianna Ghey's murder admitted having 'dark fantasies', but denied she wanted to turn 'fantasy into reality'. Girl X gave evidence in her defence for the first time, at the end of the second week of the trial at Manchester Crown Court.

American indie singer Noah Kahan has announced a huge gig in Manchester next year, which will take place at the city’s newest venue Co-Op Live.

The huge canopy erected for Chanel's Manchester fashion show will be coming down - but may not be lost forever, the Manchester Evening News has learned.

Police have issued an update after a group of four attacked a man before bundling him into the back of a BMW. Greater Manchester Police has issued an update this afternoon (December 8) following the kidnapping in Sale, Trafford, earlier this week.

Kristen Stewart and Lucy Boynton were among the stars in attendance at the latest Chanel fashion show!

An investigation has been launched after a fly-tip was found under a motorway bridge and just a short distance away from a tip.

A former police constable given a total jail term of five years after being convicted of sex assaults and misconduct in a public office has seen his sentence cut by appeal judges.

Hugh Grant and his partner Anna have donated tens of thousands of pounds to ‘Britain’s kindest plumber’.

Fashion giant Chanel booked out one of Salford's most iconic landmarks to host a star-studded party in Manchester ahead of its eagerly anticipated fashion show.

Two brothers were caught with a stash of cocaine and cash when cops raided their home - while they were asleep. Mohammed and Meisam Abvabi have been locked up for their part in a county lines drug operation in Wigan uncovered by detectives.

Robert Jenrick has said in a letter to the Prime Minister that he had to resign as immigration minister because he has “such strong disagreements with the direction of the Government’s policy on immigration”. The Newark, Nottinghamshire MP had been pushing for the UK to reject some European human rights laws to facilitate the plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda.

Immigration minister Robert Jenrick has tonight (Wednesday) resigned after a row over sending immigrants to Rwanda. The Home Secretary James Cleverly confirmed to the House of Commons this evening that Mr Jenrick has left the Government.

Excitement is building across the city as all eyes in the fashion world will be on Manchester this Thursday for a huge Chanel fashion show. The luxury clothing brand is holding its annual Métiers d’Art event in the Northern Quarter.

The Trafford Centre is already packed with shoppers in the run up to Christmas, and now the mall has announced its extended opening hours over the festive period. It will include a week of late night shopping in the run up to Christmas to 11pm.

Never mind Turkey, the true star of Christmas dinner comes miniature and wrapped in bacon.