Stretford Public Hall to get vital repairs as part of huge government funding

Ryan Thomas has admitted his public prank on his fiancee Lucy Mecklenburgh left her "fuming." The 39-year-old star, who was on Coronation Street and Neighbours, revealed to his brothers Scott and Adam that he plays pranks on her to "annoy her." Speaking on the third episode of the brother's Global podcast, Mancs on the Mic, Ryan detailed the lengths he goes to in an attempt to embarrass his ex-reality TV star partner. Lucy, who found fame on The Only Way Is Essex, accepted Ryan's proposal on a romantic trip to Italy in 2019.

A huge new affordable housing development will be built in Wigan despite concerns over road congestion near the site.

When Christine McGuiness and Helen Flanagan were spotted leaving The Pride of Britain Awards it seemed like an unlikely friendship at first, but it's been reported they've been supporting each other in recent months. Now a source has exclusively told OK! that Christine, 35, has decided to take 33-year-old Helen "under her wing" and they've formed a solid friendship.They said: "They know each other already from the area and within social circles and have common interests.

Bryan Adams has announced a three-night residency at the Royal Albert Hall and UK dates for next year – purchase tickets for the tour here.The ‘Summer of ’69’ musician will perform at the iconic London venue from May 13 to May 15, 2024, where he will perform one album in full each night – ’18 Til I Die’, ‘Reckless’ and ‘So Happy It Hurts’ – along with his greatest hits.The Canadian music icon has also announced UK dates for his global ‘So Happy It Hurts’ tour, which will see Adams visit Coventry (May 17), Sheffield (18) and Cardiff (19) directly after his London run.The tour also includes a show at Dublin’s 3Arena on May 21 and The SSE Arena in Belfast on May 22.Tickets for London shows will go on general sale at 9am BST this Friday (October 13) from here. Fans can access the exclusive pre-sale at 9am BST on Thursday (October 12) by signing up here.

It’s safe to say that this man needs no introduction. Born and raised in Middleton, Steve Coogan has gone from humble beginnings to being a household name.

Julie Goodyear and her husband Scott Brand joined in on the Alzheimer's Society Manchester Memory Walk at Heaton Park on Sunday. It's a cause very close to the couple's heart, as Coronation Street legend Julie, 81, was diagnosed with dementia just several months ago. Pictured in their bright-blue charity T-shirts, 55-year-old Scott pushed his beloved wife around in a wheelchair and even cut the special event's ribbon.

Louise Redknapp and her new boyfriend Drew Michael took their relationship public as the businessman joined the music star at the Pride of Britain awards. While Louise, 48, posed alone on the red carpet, Drew joined her inside the awards, where the pair posed for photos. For the star-studded awards ceremony, Louise sported a black suit with a sheer lace shirt and black bra, while Drew opted for a dark blue suit, which he paired with a striped tie.

The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree - even if you’re UK royalty.

The Royal Family has a number of properties at their disposal which stretch as far north as the Castle of Mey in Scotland and as far south as Tamarisk House on the Isles of Scilly. While the King has access to many royal residences up and down the country, did you know that the Prince and Princess of Wales can call four royal residences their own? Thought to be their favourite property, Anmer Hall was a wedding gift to the couple from the late Queen and is located on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk.

Police arrested a fan over a racially aggravated public order offence at Bolton Wanderers' home game against Carlisle United today.

Liev Schreiber and Taylor Neisen are enjoying a night out after the birth of their daughter!

Geddy Lee is going to spill about his “effin’ life” this fall.The 70-year-old Rush frontman and bassist just announced a 14-show book tour promoting his new memoir “My Effin’ Life.”Along the way, the 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee will drop into New York City’s Beacon Theatre on Monday, Nov. 13 to read passages from the book, chat with a special guest interviewer and answer questions from fans.And yes, audience members receive a copy of “My Effin’ Life” at each and every stop on the affable Canadian rocker’s ‘My Effin’ Life In Conversation Tour.’“I’ve never lived my life looking anywhere but forward, which is why I resisted doing this kind of thing for so long,” Lee shared in a statement.“But you need a lot more determination to proceed in the world of music without the comfort of your bandmates, and I can only hope that finishing this book will release me to return to what I do and love best.”Want to see the affable Lee cut it up onstage on the road?You can grab tickets as soon as today.Although inventory isn’t available on Ticketmaster until Friday, Oct.

Liam Payne is out of the hospital!

There are a number of people that still won’t get the Covid vaccine due to a fear of needles, it is believed.

Kylie Jenner is attending another show during Milan Fashion Week!

Current Football Focus host Alex Scott and the show's former presenter, Dan Walker, have been involved in a public dispute regarding the future of the programme. It comes after recent figures revealed that Football Focus' ratings have significantly dropped as of late, which propelled Dan to speak out in support of the BBC show. Expressing his worry via social media, the 46 year old penned a heartfelt message to his grid with the caption: "Focus on football." "It's hard to see Football Focus struggling.

Halle Bailey and DDG are still going strong as a couple and we have new photos of them together at the Gucci fashion show!

Health officials have warned that cases of an infection that 'remains a serious public health issue' have been increasing.

Love Island star Ron Hall has recently undergone a Barbie-themed hair transformation that’s not gone unnoticed by his fellow Islanders. Ron, known for his stint on this year’s Winter Love Island, took to Instagram to unveil a dramatic hair makeover, and it's safe to say that the change is turning heads. In a caption that read: "B**ch I'm blonde…," Ron shared a snapshot of himself channelling his inner Ken doll.The image shows Ron, striking a pose in a pink polo top, cream trousers, and crisp white trainers.The most striking aspect of Ron's makeover is undoubtedly his hair.

Christine McGuinness has been told 'you can’t buy happiness' as she was seen beaming in snaps shared on social media. The model has been relatively quiet on Instagram lately but has now returned to tease a special 'adventure' that fans won't get to know more about until next year.