Six Manchester leisure centres, gyms and swimming pools will reopen at start of August

described as a 'complete breakdown in social distancing'. David Regan, director of public health for Manchester, said: "We all know that we need to stop the spread of Covid-19 and get the number of cases going back down again.

straight to your inboxFormer Manchester United forward Robin van Persie has moved to defend the club's penalty record this season.Bruno Fernandes scored from the spot on Monday night to book his side’s place in the last four of the Europa League.The penalty was United’s 21st spot-kick of the season in all competitions, with them also having broken a Premier League record for penalties awarded this season.Much has been made of the number of spot kicks United have been awarded, but the Dutchman

shut last week under existing town hall licensing procedures after being found to be operating as a nightclub against the current Covid restrictions. The M.E.N. has contacted the bar for comment.

All Star Lanes, the bowling alley bar in the heart of Manchester city centre, has announced its immediate closure.The venue at the Great Northern Warehouse had managed to reopen as a bar and restaurant after lockdown restrictions were eased, but had been unable to resume its bowling sessions under the latest government guidelines.The American-style diner and tenpin lanes opened in 2013 and once hosted Rihanna and Drake after Drake's show at Manchester Arena, as well as welcoming Lady Gaga and

straight to your inboxFormer Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has heaped praise upon Anthony Martial following the 1-0 victory over FC Copenhagen in the Europa League.The victory sees Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side secure their spot in this weekend's Europa League semi-final, where they will play either Sevilla or Wolves.

Manchester bar Mahiki has had its licence suspended after being found to be operating as a nightclub, against Government orders.The Polynesian-themed tiki bar on Central Street reopened on July 11 after closing in March when the national lockdown was imposed to curb the spread of coronavirus.Police and council licensing officers visited on the opening evening and initially found it to be 'operating in the style of a bar, with low level music, patrons all seated and social distancing being

straight to your inboxSanchez leaves Alexis Sanchez’s Manchester United nightmare is finally over.  The Chilean, who scored just three league goals for the club, has spent the 2019/20 season on loan with Inter Milan and the move has been made permanent.According to Inter’s chief executive,, the news should be made official this morning.  "The player is entirely owned by Inter,” Inter's chief executive Beppe Marotta told Sky Sports on Wednesday ahead of the move being made official on

straight to your inboxInter Milan have completed the permanent signing of Alexis Sanchez from Manchester United and will formally announce the transfer on Thursday. The MEN revealed last week Inter were confident of completing a deal for Sanchez, 31, early in the transfer window and Inter chief executive Beppe Marotta confirmed the forward is now 'owned entirely' by Inter.

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which some fear could become ‘slums of the future’ - has been deferred for a site visit.

Salford Quays, Brendan spends up to six hours a day running around Manchester, sometimes having to fit the miles in around his work for Ladywood School in Bolton. The mammoth challenge will see him rack up an eye-watering 1,204 miles in total across Salford, Manchester City Centre, Chorlton, Sale and more - 31 marathons in 31 days.

proposed four buildings varying from 10 to 45 storeys on First Street, between Deansgate and Hulme.

huge regeneration as part of the NOMA, Northern Gateway and New Cross masterplans.

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straight to your inboxHere are the Manchester United evening headlines for Thursday July 23.Manchester United fans will love what Jack Grealish tweeted about the clubA series of unearthed tweets from Jack Grealish have sent Manchester United fans into a frenzy.The Aston Villa captain has been coy on his future amid links with Manchester United. Speaking to Sky Sports, he said, “I’m not too sure at the moment.

Farnworth, Horwich and Westhoughton's leisure centres are all due to reopen on Saturday July 25, along with the Jason Kenny Centre in Bolton town centre. The centres will be implementing a number of new safety measures in line with government guidelines.

Salford, just after 10am.