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Tuesday, Jan 14

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Head of body resigns over man who wrongly served 17 years for rape

The head of the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) has resigned and told The Times she was “made a scapegoat” over the Andrew Malkinson case.

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Ryanair calls again for new two-drink limit on passengers at airport bars

Ryanair said such a policy would result in “a safer travel experience for passengers and crews”.

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UK households issued £1000 patio winter warning and urged to spend £1

UK households have been urged to spend £1 to save a £1,000 bill that could incur on pavements and patios.

GP behind bars after sexually assaulting patients

A Salford doctor has been jailed after being convicted of sexually assaulting patients.

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Neighbours' shock as murder investigation launched on their street

Neighbours expressed “worry” after a Little Hulton man was found dead following a concern for welfare report – and a murder investigation was launched.

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National rail sale offers half price tickets on train fares, but be quick

Millions of train tickets have gone on sale with discounts of up to 50% off in the annual rail sale

Kate Middleton makes surprise visit to hospital where she was treated for cancer

The Princess of Wales visited the Marsden today, the hospital where she received treatment for cancer in private.

Man charged with attempted murder of nurse makes first appearance in court

A man who has been charged with attempting to murder a nurse at Royal Oldham Hospital has appeared in court for the first time

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Man finally identified a year after body was found in a field

Man finally identified a year after body was found in a field

Lucky start to week for residents who claim People's Postcode Lottery prize

SOME lucky residents in Leigh have scooped a prize in the People's Postcode Lottery this morning, Monday.

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Motorway reopens after urgent overnight repairs after spillage caused huge delays

A motorway has re-opened following resurfacing works after a crash caused an oil spillage.

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Spain plans new 100 per cent tax for homes bought by UK and non-EU residents

Residents from non-EU countries, such as the UK, could have a 100 per cent tax levied against them if they buy a home in Spain

Can a child fly within the UK on a domestic flight without a passport?

A child will need a passport to travel outside of the UK, but is it any different from flying within the UK?

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Murder investigation launched as police arrest woman after man found dead

A murder investigation has been launched after police called to a concern for welfare found a man had died.

'Do the right thing' - Family of murdered mother pleads for answers 17-years-on

The family of a “kind and gentle” 34-year-old mother who was brutally murdered 17 years ago have urged those with information about the weeks prior to come forward.

Boxer involved in night of violence that left 'innocent man' dead back in court

A man involved in a night of town centre violence that led to a man’s death was brought back to court after missing unpaid work appointments.

Man viciously attacked victim in own home during 'blackhole in his memory'

A phone thief viciously attacked a man in his own home during a “blackhole in his memory”, a court has heard

'Quicker and more dignified' - new method of carrying out post-mortems in Bolton

Royal Bolton Hospital has become the first location in Greater Manchester to carry out digital autopsies, which mean bodies can be released to families and loved ones sooner.

Why Bolton is at risk from potholes and what the council are doing to tackle them

Why Bolton is at risk from potholes this month and what the council are doing to stop it

Fire service recognises 980 years of collective service at awards ceremony

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service has celebrated a collective 980 years of service at its annual Long Service and Good Conduct Awards

'Thousands' set to march through Manchester in demonstration for women's rights

The event is part of a countrywide demonstration planned for January 18, 2025, with 21 regions across the UK taking part.

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Watchdog warns of 'national security threat' from drone drug drops to jails

Drones dropping drugs and weapons to dangerous prisoners being held in high-security jails are a "threat to national security", a watchdog has warned

Monday, Jan 13

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Motorists facing delays on the region's motorways after fire and crash

Motorists are facing delays on the M61 northbound after a vehicle fire on St Peter's Way.

Man charged with attempted murder after nurse stabbed

A man has been charged with the attempted murder of a nurse at Royal Oldham Hospital

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Comet only visible every 160k years to appear in UK skies this week - see when

'Once-in-a-lifetime' Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) will be visible to the naked eye, or through binoculars, in the UK this week - here's the best time to see it.

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Man taken to hospital after house fire with fire service on scene for 2 hours

Neighbours recall ‘smoke everywhere’ after a blaze in the bedroom of a Farnworth home left a man needing hospital treatment.

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Highways release statement after spillage shuts part of motorway causing huge delays

A motorway stretch is set to be closed overnight for essential works following an oil spillage after a crash yesterday (January 12).

Pedestrian in his 30s dies in horror crash involving Audi and 2 lorries on M6

The incident closed the motorway northbound between Junction 27 (Standish) and Junction 28 (Leyland) on Sunday.

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Parking companies making changes to tackle 'five minute rule' in car parks

In November last year, a woman was being taken to court by a private parking company for £1,906 after she took more than five minutes to pay

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How to stop condensation on your windows as heated airer warning issued

Heated clothes airers have been increasingly popular each year, but experts are warning they could have unwanted impacts on your house.