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ManchesterManchester Evening News23h ago

Police issue appeal to find Manchester man missing for almost two weeks

Owen was last seen in the Longsight area

SalfordManchester Evening News23h ago

Family hit with scene of devastation after returning home from a run

The Salford family have thanked the community for its support

LiverpoolBBC Merseyside1d ago

World Cup 'surprise' 12 years after Liverpool dream ended

Well, this is a story that'll make you feel for our local lads! It turns out a talented midfielder from right here in Liverpool, who had a stint with the Reds' academy, is now making waves on the world stage. He might not have made it at Anfield, but he's certainly got us talking!

Over 200 easyJet passengers left waiting ten hours for Manchester Airport flight, then they got an email

The easyJet passengers were waiting for their Manchester Airport flight

Doctors to stage strike during World Cup as NHS Greater Manchester bosses issue warning

The NHS is expected to be 'under a lot of pressure' next week, health chiefs warn

LiverpoolLiverpool Echo1d ago

'Liverpool racism is unique' says man who ended Toxteth riots

Wally Brown, pioneering educator and youth worker, was granted the freedom of the city in 2012

PrestonLancashire Live1d ago

Yorkshire chain expands into Lancashire with coffee shop set to open in Preston

Coffeeboy currently has six outlets

ToxtethLiverpool Echo1d ago

'Liverpool racism is unique' says man who ended Toxteth riots

Wally Brown, pioneering educator and youth worker, was granted the freedom of the city in 2012

BoltonManchester Evening News1d ago

Bolton man, 24, jailed for murder revenge attack dies in jail

Adam Diesa-Green was 24

LancasterLancashire Live1d ago

M6 traffic RECAP as motorway closed for hours after lorry crash with huge delays - updates

Emergency services are at the scene between Carnforth and Lancaster

LiverpoolLiverpool Echo1d ago

We want Liverpool to be the most anti-racist place in the country

Leading lights across Merseyside have said it's time to take a stand against racism

The Mancunian Way: Clashes, Dolly and Mrs T

Live from the Manchester Evening News hustings

Makerfield by-election RECAP as Farage asked if he'd go for a pint with Andy Burnham

Manchester Evening News hosted a hustings debate in the constituency on Wednesday

Neighbourhood policing matters | Burnley MP Oliver Ryan column

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BoltonManchester Evening News1d ago

Police called to Bolton mosque after reports of 'suspicious package'

Members were told to remain vigilant

LiverpoolLiverpool Echo1d ago

Love Island star makes 'Liverpool legend' comment as first contestant dumped

They became the first contestant to be dumped from the Love Island Villa in a tearful farewell

MaghullLiverpool Echo1d ago

East of Maghull planning saga continues amid spine road row

The committee also rejected an application for a HMO on Linacre Road

Urgent appeal issued over missing man with links to Manchester

Officers are trying to trace him

Manchester Evening News Makerfield hustings player ratings as ailing Burnham battles lurgy and Kenyon

From Burnham’s battle with a snotty tissue and a water bottle to an accidental Tory pledge to increase crime, we rank the candidates who braved a room of Wigan teenagers for the hustings. Rob Williams

WiganManchester Evening News1d ago

Manchester Evening News Makerfield hustings player ratings as ailing Burnham battles lurgy and Kenyon

SaleManchester Evening News1d ago

Dunelm £56 sale chandelier has such positive reviews 'I chose it over £195 Next version'

"I'd considered buying two from Next for £195 each. The reviews on here persuaded me to buy these and I'm so happy with them."

SalfordManchester Evening News1d ago

Salford restaurant to free parrot kept in glass tank following massive backlash

The venue has acted after a 'Free Rio' campaign was backed by thousands

WavertreeLiverpool Echo1d ago

Date confirmed for start of major Wavertree high street upgrades

The upgrades include part of an area known as "death trap junction"

St HelensLiverpool Echo1d ago

St Helens man jailed over 'senseless' killing as victim begged for help after street chase

Denva Smith pleaded for help after he was stabbed by the gang

KirkbyLiverpool Echo1d ago

People 'having to go out of Kirkby to breathe' thanks to dust

Neighbours claim they are suffering due to ongoing problems with clouds of dust produced by lorries

CarlisleNews & Star (Carlisle)1d ago

Broken down vehicle blocks lane on M6 roundabout with traffic moving slowly

One lane is blocked at Kingstown Interchange on the M6 in Carlisle, due to a broken down vehicle.

CarlisleNews & Star (Carlisle)1d ago

Emergency services attend collision between cyclist, 79, and vehicle

An elderly cyclist was thrown from his bike after being struck by a vehicle in Carlisle this afternoon, the News & Star understands.

Rivalry cast aside as devoted Claret unites with Blackburn Rovers fan for Pendleside Hospice challenge

They may be deadly rivals when it comes to football, but Burnley fan Matt Simm and his Blackburn Rovers’ loving brother in law Nick Holroyd are ‘ united’ when it comes to taking on a huge challenge fo

Wigan Warriors coach Matt Peet makes Sam Eseh admission as recruitment stance outlined

Wigan Warriors prop Sam Eseh will join Bradford Bulls on a three-year deal from next season

Burnley's Rosegrove Neighbourhood Watch hosts forest school trip for youngsters

Children and volunteers from Burnley’s Rosegrove Neighbourhood Watch enjoyed a day out at a forest school.

ConistonNW Evening Mail (Barrow)1d ago

Woman stretchered off Old Man of Coniston and rushed to hospital

A woman was rescued by Coniston Mountain Rescue Team after injuring her leg in a fall on one the region's most famous fells.

New BrightonWirral Globe1d ago

Council U-turns after slapping removal order on 'abandoned' New Brighton van artwork

A PAINTED van which forms part of a New Brighton art installation was served with a removal notice by the council for being an 'abandoned vehicle'.

WallaseyWirral Globe1d ago

'Unsafe' Wirral nursery with dirty floors where kids 'wander without purpose'

A WALLASEY nursery has been handed the second-lowest possible rating on two criteria after a recent inspection found it was "not always consistently safe" for children.

Andy Burnham backs Warriors Ventures launch to bring new jobs and investment to Wigan

Labour’s Makerfield by-election candidate Andy Burnham welcomed the launch of a new partnership designed to put Wigan at the forefront of sporting innovation, technology and investment.

ChesterThe Leader (Wrexham)1d ago

Rural Flintshire communities want Welsh bus strategy to restore Chester links

Towns and villages in rural Flintshire that have been cut-off from Chester for years need a new Welsh bus franchise plan to restore routes according to councillors.

Wigan Warriors boss discusses Bevan French return chances with Abbas Miski latest provided

Wigan Warriors boss Matt Peet held his weekly press conference on Wednesday afternoon ahead of Friday’s trip to Wakefield Trinity

Lancaster tennis club receives funding boost

A Lancaster tennis club is celebrating the award of a grant from Tennis Lancashire through its Participation Funding scheme.

BurnleyLancashire Live1d ago

Blood test staff at East Lancashire hospitals to strike for 20 days over holiday pay

Blackburn and Burnley hospitals will be affected

Burnley to receive £40m compensation from Everton, according to reports

Clarets win legal dispute against Everton for breaching Profitability and Sustainability Rules

SouthportLancashire Live1d ago

Southport regeneration moves forward despite cycle lane row

An MP said the proposals had caused “consternation” in the town

PrestonLancashire Live1d ago

Road safety fears lead to delays over future of Preston's ODEON cinema

The chain says it has no plans to leave the site

CarlisleNews & Star (Carlisle)1d ago

New interactive experience coming to jewellery shop in The Lanes

Joma Jewellery in The Lanes, Carlisle is launching a new interactive design experience.

WorkingtonBBC Cumbria1d ago

Lifelong Doctor Who collection fetches £49,000

Crikey, look at this! A lifelong Doctor Who fan from our very own Workington has seen his incredible collection go under the hammer for a whopping £49,000. It belonged to the much-loved former chairman of Workington FC, Dale Brotherton.

How Wigan schoolboy played central role in Serena Williams' return to court!

Serena Williams made a winning comeback this week after 1,376 away from competitive tennis - and of course there was a Wigan link.

Quayfest music festival this weekend on Lancaster's historic St George’s Quay

Quayfest is back in Lancaster this weekend at three venues over three days.

BirkenheadWirral Globe1d ago

Birkenhead shipyard Cammell Laird 'acquired' by Balaena after 'months of speculation'

London-based maritime engineering and shipbuilding company Balaena has acquired APCL Group

Fabulous pictures from Wigan amateur rugby games of the past

Fans of amateur rugby will love this picture gallery trawled from the sporting archives of the Wigan Observer and Wigan Post.

First look inside Wigan's new market hall as scores of construction workers race to the finish line

In little more than 20 weeks’ time, Wigan’s new market hall is due to open for business.

Historic painting The Madonna of the Goldfinch returns to Gawthorpe Hall after restoration funded by Brian Hall MBE

A late Burnley historian has helped to breathe new life into a classic painting after leaving a gift in his will.

Meet the Burnley & Clitheroe choir leader for the choir bringing joy through singing

They’re continuing their efforts to raise money for charity and spread joy through singing.

ClitheroeBurnley Express1d ago

Meet the Burnley & Clitheroe choir leader for the choir bringing joy through singing

They’re continuing their efforts to raise money for charity and spread joy through singing.

AccringtonLancashire Live1d ago

Police dog unit swoop near Accrington sports centre after stinger ends 2.30am chase

The occupants ran off after the tyres were punctured

BuryLancashire Live1d ago

Two small boat pilots jailed after being first to be sentenced under new UK law

Afghan national Mohammad Tajik, 32, and Sudanese national Alnour Ali, 26, have been jailed at Canterbury Crown Court for two years and 27 months respectively, becoming the first people sentenced under

LancasterBBC Lancashire1d ago

'Unadoptable' babies left to die at home for unmarried mothers, Lancaster Uni finds

Shocking findings from Lancaster University have shed light on a dark period for unmarried mothers in our area. A new report highlights the tragic circumstances faced by some, and it's important we learn from this history.

ChesterThe Leader (Wrexham)1d ago

North Wales Coast Line to close for FOUR WEEKS for unprecedented planned works

This will be the first time in modern history that the entire stretch between Holyhead and Chester has been fully taken out of service for planned works.

Cult hero Ashley Barnes in talks over extending Burnley stay

Striker Ashley Barnes and defender Axel Tuanzebe in discussions over new deals

League Two defender becomes Wigan Athletic's second summer signing

Connor Barrett has been labelled 'exactly the type of player we want at this football club' after joining Wigan Athletic from Walsall on a three-year deal.

Safety fears have been raised after the surfacing of a Wigan farm track have sparked an upsurge in dangerous driving incidents

Wigan residents are being urged to report dangerous and aggressive drivers to police after the surfacing of a popular walking route led to an upsurge in motor vehicle use.

Warning to Lancaster and Morecambe parents as unsafe 'squishy' toys seized from shelves

A stark warning of the potential dangers of illegal squishy, sensory toys has been issued by Lancashire County Council's Trading Standards.

Popular Lancaster on Ice event set to return in 2026

Lancaster on Ice have officially submitted their planning application for this year’s event.