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Just a few yards from the rumble of traffic on one of Stockport's busiest roads, there's a hidden idyll that's steeped in history. Vale Close is one of Heaton Mersey's oldest streets.

As construction work continues around him, Tim Leiweke's optimism is unwavering.

Plans have been drawn up on how an iconic Manchester venue that has stood empty and decaying for decades could be saved.

A woman who watched her sister die just days after she suddenly became lethargic has spoken of her grief. Eileen Azzopardi, known fondly as Iyeiye, passed away in hospital eight days after she fell ill without warning on Easter Sunday (March 31).

A rural town in Greater Manchester has been hailed a 'destination in its own right' by estate agents who say they have never seen it to be 'so popular' with buyers. Homes are 'flying off the shelf' right now in Royton, a former mill town which sits in the stretch of countryside between Oldham and the Pennine hills, so much so that its popularity has been recognised on a national scale.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has suggested he has held discussions with Marcus Rashford about his work rate this season.

A Greater Manchester Police car has been taken off the road after having two windows smashed up in Salford. Images have been shared on social media today (April 26) of a Peugeot 308 in GMP livery, parked up on Woodland Grange, in Worsley.

A woman had to be rescued from a car crash in Wythenshawe before before being taken to hospital with a child. Emergency services descended on Hollyhedge Road at around 9.30pm tonight (April 26).

Lexi Carson Raymond Chan, a longtime art director in the production design department for Marvel Studios features, died Tuesday near his home in Wales. He was 56. His death was confirmed in a statement by the studio.

Everything that Marcus Rashford touched last season turned to gold. Or should that be goals?

The North West could see highs of 18C and dry conditions next week after an extremely wet weekend.

Officers have returned to a Wigan house where the remains of a baby were found two weeks ago. Greater Manchester Police has reopened the crime scene, on Marsh Green, today (April 26).

A man who died when a motorbike crashed into a lamppost in the early hours has been named as 27-year-old Joshua Corless, as tributes to him flood in.

A manhunt is underway across Greater Manchester for a 42-year-old. Greater Manchester Police says Daniel Cloran is currently wanted by the force.

The first stalking prevention order against a child in the UK has been secured by police in Greater Manchester. The teenage girl subjected a family in Heywood, Rochdale, to more than a year of terrifying harassment and threats.

EXCLUSIVE: Producers Esmail Corp (Mr. Robot) and K Period Media (Manchester By The Sea) are teaming up with Korean filmmaker Kim Jee-woon (The Age Of Shadows) on an English and Korean-language movie adaptation of novel The Hole.

Peter Kay's fans have been hit with more disappointment as the comedian's shows at Manchester's Co-Op Live have been postponed for a second time.

Peter Kay has expressed his “disappointment” at having his shows at the new Co-Op Arena in Manchester postponed for the second time.The 23,500-capacity venue, which is now the largest arena in the UK, was supposed to open with performances from the comedian on April 23 and 24. However, in recent days it has seen multiple gigs cancelled following numerous rows, controversy and teething problems in the build-up to the launch.Kay’s shows – which were set to be the first official gigs held at the venue – were pushed back following a test gig with Rick Astley last weekend, with the organisers citing the arena’s power testing falling “a few days” behind schedule.It was then confirmed earlier this morning (April 26) that an upcoming gig from The Black Keys – set for tomorrow – had been postponed as well, and the rescheduled Kay dates would be moved once again.Kay’s gigs were set to be held on April 29 and 30 following the delay.

Peter Kay and The Black Keys being forced to postpone their shows.The 23,500-capacity venue, which is now the largest arena in the UK, has faced numerous rows, controversy and teething problems in the run-up to its official launch.It was supposed to open with performances from Peter Kay on April 23 and 24, However, following a test gig featuring Rick Astley at the weekend, the shows were moved to April 29 and 30 due to the venue’s power testing falling “a few days” behind schedule.Now, it has been confirmed that the upcoming gig from The Black Keys – set for tomorrow (April 27) – has also been postponed at the last minute, and the rescheduled shows by Peter Kay will be moved once again.“Since making the difficult decision to postpone the live shows at Co-op Live due to take place this week, we have been undertaking an extensive protocol of testing critical procedures to ensure all areas are ready for fans. To ensure that we can run all shows safely, regretfully we have now had to take the decision to reschedule the planned The Black Keys and Peter Kay shows,” read a new statement from the venue.It added that The Black Keys will now perform on May 15, and Peter Kay will now perform on May 23 and 24.

Éric Cantona has spoken to NME about his debut live album, ‘Cantona Sings Eric’, working with Liam Gallagher and their subsequent friendship, as well as his hopes to one day perform at Glastonbury festival.The football legend’s post-retirement career has included forays into acting, art, modelling and, most recently, music. ‘Cantona Sings Eric’, released on March 29, followed debut EP ‘I’ll Make My Own Heaven’ – and was recorded during his first ever European tour at the end of 2023.

The man behind Co-op Live has revealed exactly why the opening of Manchester's new arena has been delayed again. In an exclusive interview with the Manchester Evening News, Tim Leiweke explained why the £365m venue has pushed back Peter Kay's two performances for a second time and rescheduled The Black Keys' show tomorrow (April 27).

A woman who brutally murdered a 71-year-old grandmother in Oldham has been released from prison.

Gemma Atkinson has shared a countdown to her and Gorka Marquez's return to screens as she told her fans and followers 'not long now'. It was previously revealed that the couple are making a TV comeback as another series of their very own reality show was commissioned.

Rationing your favourite toiletries into 100ml bottles before going on holiday is about to become a thing of the past. Airline passengers will soon be able to carry bottles containing up to two litres in their hand luggage.

Manchester City's hearing for their 115 financial charges will take place in the "near future", according to Premier League chief Richard Masters.

One of Coronation Street's 'missing' stars wasn't too far away from the cobbles as she reunited with her co-star and best mate on an unusual yellow carpet. Fans of the ITV soap know Cait Fitton's character Lauren Bolton suddenly disappeared back in February.

Two teenage boys arrested after a 65-year-old man was attacked at a bus station have been released on bail, police have confirmed.

An urgent search is underway to track down a missing 11-year-old girl from Tameside.

Peter Kay has said he 'can't believe it' after his shows at Manchester's new Co-op Live arena were cancelled for a second time.The comedian was due to officially open the landmark entertainment venue on Tuesday, April 22. He was also due to perform at the 23,500-capacity music venue in Eastlands on Wednesday. But both shows were cancelled and rescheduled to next week as behind-schedule power tests and safety issues continued.

Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon has been flooded with support as she responded to the messages she's received after revisiting 'painful memories' away from the cobbles.

B&M has a hack that you may not know about. It could help you find the best deals, and may even let you get items even cheaper.

Some postcodes across the UK have bagged some extra spending money this week.

For more than 40 years the CIS Tower stood in glorious isolation as Manchester’s tallest building. But in the last five years alone 10 skyscrapers have been built that dwarf the Co-op’s modernist masterpiece.

A man has sadly died after being hit by a car in Tameside.

Manchester's brand new Co-Op Live arena has dramatically pulled MORE shows at the last minute amid news that the building is not yet ready to fully open. Peter Kay's gigs had already been rescheduled, but now they've been moved again to May 23 and 24.

Manchester United staff are reportedly incensed by a decision from INEOS to cut back on the club's perks for the forthcoming FA Cup final next month.