‘I thought Big Brother would be like uni - I ended up a glamour model at the Playboy mansion’

Big Brother certainly hasn't disappointed when it comes to bizarre tasks and explosive conversations, with one housemate quickly becoming a stand-out character. The iconic reality TV show returned to our screens on Sunday, 8 October after a five-year hiatus with a bunch of new housemates who have been keeping us entertained ever since. One housemate who has caught the attention of viewers is 33 year old Trish who is one of 14 contestants in the house.

For anyone who drives regularly on the M56 or A556 through Cheshire, there is a familiar and sad sight along the roadside - of a gradually decaying old pub. Once The Nag's Head, and more recently the Cheshire Lounge, its car park and fields famously played host to Sunday car boot sales off Junction 7 of the M56 at Bowdon for years.

From bobs to pixie cuts, layers to extensions – the average woman is said to change their hairstyle up to 36 times in their lifetime.

A mum-of-three who was left 'mortified' after being told she was too big to go down a waterslide turned her life around by losing eight stone in eight months.

Choosing where to live can be one of the most difficult decisions to make when it comes to buying a house. Not only do you have to take into account factors such as local amenities, transport links and proximity to family and friends, but one of the most important things that will influence your choice of location is affordability.

It's one of the most disturbing crime sprees in British judicial history. And it escalated here, in Greater Manchester, with the shooting of a sub-postmaster, before the culprit went on to commit a string of murders - including that of a teenage girl. The killer's name was Donald Neilson - and he stalked the North in the 1960s and seventies. Here, Lee Grimsditch looks back at the life and crimes of the serial killer dubbed 'The Black Panther'.

She may not be on The Real Housewives Of Cheshire these days, but Dawn Ward has revealed who her perfect cast member would be, and it's Coleen Rooney.The reality TV star, 50, has admitted that she thinks WAG Coleen would be amazing on the show due to her strong-willed nature - but doesn't think it's up her street to take part. “I think Coleen would have been an amazing member of the Real Housewives of Cheshire but she would never do it. I love Coleen, she is a great friend of mine.

Saved by the Bethenny?Jennie Garth and Tiffani Thiessen may be enemies no longer.The actresses are igniting rumors that their longstanding feud might be over after posing together at a dinner party hosted by “Real Housewives of New York” alum Bethenny Frankel, 52, on Tuesday night.The star-studded soiree, held at the Hotel Bel Air, was attended by some of the biggest Bravolebrities on the planet such as NeNe Leakes, Larsa Pippen, Melissa Rivers, Amanza Smith and Raquel Leviss.Filling out the fun photo was “Clueless” actress Elisa Donovan, KIIS FM’s “On Air with Ryan Seacrest” co-host Tanya Rad and “DWTS” former pro Cheryl Burke.“A dinner JUSTBcuz,” Frankel captioned the snap, which she posted on her Instagram. “Thanks for a beautiful night ladies…I’m still cleaning up all the spilled tea.”That spilled tea may hold the key to the resurrection of the friendship between the former “Beverly Hills, 90210” co-stars and one commenter was quick to take note.“Jennie Garth and Tiffani Amber Thiessen were at the same dinner?!” the Instagram user posted.Garth and Thiessen’s relationship began on a bad note back in 1994.

A four-bedroom house with 'lots of potential' has come up on the market for the first time since the 60s.

The new restaurant critic of the Sunday Times has heaped praised on a Manchester eatery - but she felt a bit guilty as she scoffed a fantastic portion of cabbage that cost a tenner.

Grab your hat, scarf and gloves for the perfect autumnal walk with a gorgeous pub at the end. Even better, it's within easy reach of Greater Manchester.

Madonna's long awaited Celebration tour kicked off last night, with the Queen of Pop taking to the stage at London's O2 Arena.

If a soap opera was ever to be set in a village tearooms, you'd imagine it would be something like Morley Tearooms. Walk into this adorable little cafe on the edge of Wilmslow in Cheshire, and it's like you've ventured into the café version of Cheers.

Big Brother has made a welcome return to our TV screens, with ITV's highly anticipated reboot of the hit reality show beginning on Sunday 8 October. Sixteen contestants made their way into the iconic house during the pre-recorded launch show after meeting the hosts of the rebooted show, AJ Odudu and Will Best. While there's new hosts and a swanky new house, many aspects of the show have remained the same including Marcus Bentley's iconic narration.

If you feel like you recognise Big Brother newbie Kerry, you may just have seen her on another popular TV show.The NHS manager, who entered the Big Brother house on Sunday 8 October, previously tried her luck on Channel 4's Deal Or No Deal in 2007. Kerry, now 40, won a whopping £35,000 in the process, but that wasn't the only talking point of the episode.The studio was plunged into darkness during a power cut, with host Noel Edmonds saying, "Well, here's a first for us. We've obviously had a power problem here in the dream factory.

Coronation Street legends past and present reunited to celebrate the marriage of Charlie Lawson and his long-time partner Debbie Stanley, but it was a certain familiar face presiding over proceedings who almost stole the show. Charlie and Debbie’s officiator was none other than daytime TV royalty Eamonn Holmes, a close pal of the groom for more than 30 years.

The wait is over as tonight the show dubbed the 'ultimate social experiment', Big Brother, returns to our screens. Sixteen housemates arrive at the brand new Big Brother house before a live studio audience as they prepare to compete for a £100,000 cash prize. One by one each housemate arrives by car as they’re introduced to the nation.

"I didn't know whether to run around jumping for joy or cry buckets."

Standing proudly in the heart of residential Oswaldtwistle is a chip shop that has achieved heights only few in the region have managed. And as we found out, it's homemade fishcakes are to die for - with lashings of salt and vinegar.

From Cameron Stout to Brian Belo, there's been a plethora of Big Brother winners over the years. And while the show has been on a little hiatus, we're super excited for it to return on Sunday. Where else would you see a group of contestants and some serious drama unfolding after all? If, like us, you've been reminiscing about some of the old series and wondered what some former winners are up to now, we've got you covered.