Residents forced to flee their homes after fire in Perth city centre takeaway

straight to your inbox every day for free David Luiz has revealed that Bruno Fernandes told him he was trying to 'surprise everyone' with his free-kick approach against Arsenal on Saturday evening. Manchester United were held to a goalless draw at the Emirates, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side restricted to a handful of chances in the match.

Perth High Street. It means all jobs at the shop will go.Perth City Centre councillor Peter Barrett said: "“The Boohoo deal is the death knell for Debenham’s in-store staff and for the future of the High Street Store chain.

straight to your inboxAlan Shearer has compared Phil Foden to Paul Gascoigne after his latest Manchester City display.Foden led the fightback as City survived a major FA Cup scare at Cheltenham Town on Saturday. Pep Guardiola's men trailed to Alfie May's second-half opener until nine minutes from time in their fourth round tie.

direct to your inbox The River Irwell has burst its banks in Manchester city centre as Storm Christoph continues to batter the region. Pictures shared with the Manchester Evening News show water levels are extremely high in the Castlefield area with parts of the riverside pathway flooded.

Celtic’s players to miss two crucial top flight matches after studying a series of bus trips during the club’s controversial trip to Dubai.Parkhead boss Neil Lennon described the decision as ‘ludicrous’ during his scatter-gun media address on Monday while suggesting the scale of the numbers involved pointed to a political intervention rather than a straightforward public health measure.But has learned the major reason so many of the travelling party had to self-isolate was based upon a probe

direct to your inboxMajor plans to transform Manchester city centre’s landmark Debenhams building have been recommended for approval by council bosses. The Rylands building on Market Street is for an extensive makeover which will see it restored to its original Art Deco glory both inside and outside.

Wanderers this season, as well as bagging six assists. But he has had to make do with a place on the bench of late since he was dropped for the win over Cheltenham Town in mid-December.

direct to your inboxA neighbour described the shocking scene after a four-year-old girl was hit by a car.The child suffered serious head injuries following the incident on Charlestown Road in Blackley this afternoon.She was rushed to hospital.

direct to your inboxThe Environment Agency have issued a number of 'flood alerts' for parts of Greater Manchester after the region was battered by heavy rain.Alerts, meaning flooding is possible and should be prepared for are in place for areas in Stockport, Trafford, Tameside and High Peak.The River Mersey including areas in Bramhall, Stockport, Sale, Altrincham and Urmston fall under the alert.Parts of Hyde, Ashton-under-Lyne, Denton, Stalybridge and Glossop could also see flooding from the

New York City mayoral hopeful Andrew Yang faced widespread criticism on social media Monday after he indicated that his family has avoided spending too much time in the city in recent months because of the difficulty of working from a two-bedroom apartment during the coronavirus pandemic. In an interview with the New York Times on his upcoming mayoral bid, Yang said his family has "spent more time upstate" at their home in New Paltz due to a lack of space at their New York City apartment.

direct to your inboxParking charges at a number of car parks in Manchester city centre have risen after being taken over by the council.

Master Of None is preparing a third series filmed in London after a four-year break.That’s according to Chortle, which reports that comedian Aziz Ansari’s rom-com series will make a return. Production for the Netflix show had started last spring before the coronavirus forced its shutdown but is now set to resume.Netflix has not confirmed the news.

direct to your inboxA weather warning has been issued with temperatures to plummet below freezing in Greater Manchester.Some areas, including parts of the city centre, saw a dusting of snow overnight.Pictures from city centre residents showed streets in Ancoats lined with snow and the water frozen at New Islington Marina early this morning.And forecasters say there is a possibility of more falling as they warn of the likelihood of freezing conditions for the next 48 hours.After a freezing start

Perth early this morning, Wednesday January 6.A Perth and Kinross Council refuse collection vehicle was ablaze, outside St John’s Kirk, at 8.17am.Anger at 'lethal' icy pavementsEye witnesses saw smoke and flames pouring from the hatch at the back of the rubbish truck.Two fire engines came to the stricken bin lorry which was stopped between the main door to St John’s Kirk and scaffolding surrounding Perth City Hall.Perth poet Jim has new title and shieldWater hoses were used to put out the

Just before Boris Johnson announced the new national lockdown on Monday, Olivia Attwood managed to squeeze in a spot of retail therapy before having to be stuck indoors.The reality star, who looked uncrecognisable without lip fillers in a throwback snap, was spotted in Manchester city centre on Saturday afternoon.The 29 year old wore a grey tracksuit hoodie and pants for the outing and wore a protective face mask on her chin as she engaged in a phone call.

direct to your inboxManchester city centre's steepest street has been closed due to a large sinkhole.Jutland Street has been shut off after part of the road collapsed on Monday (Jan 4).It's understood that the cavity was caused by a water leak.Manchester City Council say the area has been made safe and that the leak has been reported to United Utilities.Residents who live nearby believe that the surface of the street has been weakened by heavy vehicles using Jutland as a cut-through between

straight to your inboxManchester City have announced that four of its first team women players have tested positive for coronavirus. The news comes after a hectic week for City in which a COVID-19 breakout in the men's squad led to the postponement of their Premier League fixture against Everton.