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Saturday, Nov 15

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Urgent message to anyone heading to Manchester Airport this weekend

Railway operators have issued an urgent message to anyone travelling to Manchester Airport today as Storm Claudia continues to cause disruption.

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Train services to Manchester Airport disrupted by tree blocking railway line

Trains running between Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Airport have been disrupted due to a tree fallen in Storm Claudia blocking the line.

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Inside Marco Pierre White’s Blackpool restaurant - the new menu you'll want to try

Marco Pierre White is a name that needs no introduction – and the legendary chef’s Blackpool restaurant launched a new menu last month

Crown and Eastenders stars show their talent as Mr Ripley comes to Lowry

Seventy years after first being published, Patricia Highsmith’s psychological thriller The Talented Mr Ripley is touring the country in a new stage adaptation by Mark Leipacher.

Two roads to shut for maintenance works later this month

The council has said that the closure is essential for the footway resurfacing projec

The scores are in - the latest food hygiene ratings for Trafford

The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Trafford restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed

New partnership aims to inspire students to work in film and cinema

Trafford and Stockport College Group has partnered with The Light to launch a film industry work experience programme for students

Christmas train rides return to East Lancashire Railway this month

The East Lancashire Railway is reviving its popular Santa Specials in the run up to Christmas/

Trafford areas and buildings listed 'at risk' by Historic England

These four areas and buildings have been listed as 'at risk' by Historic England.

Friday, Nov 14

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How much did Sara Cox raise after finishing epic Children in Need 135-mile challenge?

Sara Cox has completed her epic 135-mile ultramarathon challenge for Children in Need.

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Review: Miss Saigon is visually stunning and emotionally draining

The legend reborn is the strapline on the posters for Miss Saigon which will be leaving Manchester after an all too brief visit.

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RSPCA shares how to get rid of rats in your home or garden without harming them

If you have a rat or mice infestation, this is how you can get rid of the rodents in your home or garden without killing them, according to the RSPCA.

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Stunning five-bedroom period home on the market for £1.7m in Altrincham

A character-filled five-bedroom period home in Altrincham has hit the market for £1,795,000, offering over 4,300 sq ft across four floors

New animated sitcom set in Manchester to launch on CBeebies

A new Manchester-based animated sitcom titled Rafi the Wishing Wizard is set to premiere on CBeebies in early 2026

The Met Office weather forecast for Trafford this weekend

Here's your weekend weather forecast from the Met Office

Thursday, Nov 13

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How to get compensation for a cancelled or delayed flight amid easyJet strike

Here is how you can get compensation for a delayed or cancelled flight as staff at easyJet and Volotea go on strike.

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Weather warning issued for Trafford as borough braces for Storm Claudia

A yellow weather warning has been issued to Trafford as the borough braces for gusts that could reach up to 60mph

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Residents on Trafford road celebrating after winning £1,000 in lottery

Residents on an Urmston road have won £1,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery today (Thursday, November 13)

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Seann Miley Moore says role in Miss Saigon is match made in heaven

Seann Miley Moore has a very simple take on the new production of the worldwide hit musical Miss Saigon which is currently in Manchester.

New calendar takes people on nostalgic journey through Trafford's past

A 2026 calendar featuring historic photos from Trafford's archives is now on sale, offering a nostalgic look into the borough's past

Andrew Western: Meaningful action on the Climate Crisis

Climate change is among the greatest challenges of our time

Plans for 1,200 homes where GMP HQ once stood

Plans for 1,200 homes centres around the redevelopment of the former police headquarters building – Chester House – in Stretford have been unveiled.

Cafe hits back after woman's 'strop' and 'episode of indecisiveness'

A cafe owner has responded to a negative review from a woman who 'had a strop' after she 'changed her mind' and was refused a free drink

Wednesday, Nov 12

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Warning issued as biggest 'cannibal storm' in 20 years may disrupt GPS tonight

The powerful cannibal solar storm could disrupt communications and GPS on Earth tonight but also increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights.

Baroness Helen Newlove dies aged 63, Victims' Commissioner confirms

Baroness Helen Newlove has died aged 63, it has been confirmed, with a statement describing her as a "passionate advocate for victims".

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Reward offered in search for wanted man with Greater Manchester links

A £2,000 reward is being offered for anyone with information leading to the arrest of Lee Scanlon, who has links with Greater Manchester

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Road closures taking place in Trafford over the next two weeks

DRIVERS in Trafford should brace for multiple road closures over the next two weeks

Sale pub enjoys 'cracking afternoon' following visit of John and Tommy Fury

A Sale pub has said it enjoyed a "cracking afternoon" after two members of the famous Fury boxing family popped in for a visit

Tuesday, Nov 11

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Police respond after motorway shut due to emergency incident

Motorway traffic was stopped near Horwich this evening due to a concern for welfare

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Trafford residents issued warning after case of bird flu confirmed in borough

Trafford residents have been issued a warning following a case of bird flu being confirmed in the borough