Tag: Manchester Evening News

A guy named Jake Balmforth got himself into some serious trouble after a football game between Blackpool and Burnley. So, get this: he punched another dude in the head, and the poor guy ended...

Emmerdale Star Bradley Riches Winning Over FansEmmerdale actor Bradley Riches has quickly become a fan favorite since his debut on the hit ITV soap earlier this May. The young actor has been praised for...

Whew, so it looks like the Winter Fuel Payment saga is taking a bit of a U-turn, huh? Apparently, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced that they're gonna partially roll back the controversial cuts...

**Colson Smith's Tear-Jerking Farewell from Coronation Street**After nearly 14 years of portraying Craig Tinker on Coronation Street, actor Colson Smith has bid adieu to the iconic role with a heavy heart. His emotional final...

Emmerdale Star Georgia Jay Teases Return to the DalesEmmerdale fans were thrilled when actress Georgia Jay took to her Instagram to hint at her return to the popular soap opera. In a video posted...

Pep Guardiola certainly raised some eyebrows when he casually mentioned that he would consider quitting as the manager of Manchester City if the squad wasn't significantly reduced. The statement came after a 3-1 victory...

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has hit the brakes on rumored plans to slash the Cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £4,000, causing quite a stir among young savers aiming for a mortgage and retirees safeguarding...

The appointment of a suspended councillor to Tameside council’s standards committee has raised eyebrows among members of the Conservative group. Coun Brenda Warrington, a former council leader, was suspended by the Labour Party for...

Manchester City has decided to take a step back from pursuing Florian Wirtz, a talented midfielder, due to concerns about the price. The club had shown interest in the Bayer Leverkusen star, believing he...

Manchester Evening News IconIn a recent episode of Britain’s Got Talent, the choir Hear Our Voice managed to secure a spot in the final through the public vote. The group, consisting of 37 individuals...

New Look's Sandals: Are they Really Better Than Dolce & Gabbana's?As the sun finally decides to make an appearance in the UK, many people are looking to trade in their trainers and boots for...

Ryan Thomas, a Manchester-born star who retired from acting in 2021, has made a comeback to Coronation Street as Jason Grimshaw. The ITV soap opera welcomed back the familiar face, much to the excitement...

During the recent Eurovision Song Contest final, a man from Manchester got himself into a bit of trouble when he was arrested for causing a commotion while Israeli singer Yuval Raphael was performing on...

Graham Norton, the iconic TV presenter known for his witty commentary and brutal honesty, once again stole the show at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2025. Taking over commentary duties for the BBC for...

Manchester United FC players are all good to go for the Europa League final after their match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Ruben Amorim, the boss, confirmed that there were no new injury concerns...

Police are gonna start looking into another attack on prison officers, which is just the latest in a string of recent incidents. This time, it went down at Strangeways prison where a officer got...

United Utilities, the North West water supplier, has hit more than seven million consumers with a significant increase in water bills. The company's profits have doubled since last year, following a sharp rise in...

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band kicked off their Land of Hope and Dreams tour in 2025 with a bang, starting off in Manchester at the Co-op Live Arena. The rock legend graced...

Bella May Culley, an 18-year-old British teenager, has found herself in a bit of a pickle after allegedly getting caught smuggling a hefty 30 pounds of cannabis through Tbilisi International Airport in Georgia. The...

EastEnders fans are in for a treat as a former character is rumored to be making a comeback to Albert Square after the soap's big win at the BAFTA TV Awards. The BBC show...

Vladimir Putin has been warned by European leaders that he has 24 hours to accept a 30-day ceasefire or he will face a raft of new sanctions. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has called...

US President Donald Trump, y'all know the guy with the funny hair, just signed this fancy-schmancy executive order for a self-deportation program. He's all like, "Hey, all you illegal aliens, I'll hook you up...

A new charge has been introduced for garden waste collections in Stockport. Over 53,000 garden waste permits have been sold in total. Stockport council has shared a list of items that can be recycled...

Actress Ruby O'Donnell and her boyfriend Nathaniel Dass, who both star in the popular Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, recently celebrated their first anniversary together. Ruby, known for her role as nurse Peri Lomax...

Counter terror officers with big guns raided a place in Rochdale on Saturday night, causing quite a stir in the neighborhood. The property on East Street had a smashed window and door, and the...

Manchester Evening News IconNewsHealthManchester MarathonPaula Radcliffe, a former world record marathon holder, has graciously shared her top tip to distract yourself when you're in the 'pain cave' of a run. It's a trick that...

Simon Cowell Makes Memorable Move on ITV's Britain's Got TalentIn a heartwarming turn of events on Saturday's Britain's Got Talent, Simon Cowell broke the rules and viewers at home were left in awe. The...

Boost Your State Pension Payments Before Next Month - A Comprehensive GuideWith the deadline fast approaching, many individuals are scrambling to enhance their State Pension payments before the April 5th cut-off. HM Revenue and...

Blenheim Palace Gold Toilet Theft: Burglars Found Guilty for £4.75m HeistIn a daring heist that captured the attention of the nation, two men have been found guilty of stealing an 18-carat gold toilet worth...

A Fatal Crash: The Impact of Drunk Driving on Innocent LivesIn a tragic turn of events, a young man lost his life in a fatal crash due to the reckless actions of a drunk...

Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury: A Tale of Love, Tears, and Rekindled RomanceMolly-Mae Hague, the former Love Island star, recently tugged at heartstrings as she shared updates from her Dubai vacation, sparking rumors of...

Lauryn Goodman, a well-known social media personality, recently shared her plans to expand her family by having a third child, despite initial doubts about her ability to conceive naturally. With two young children, Kairo,...

The residents of Bury are up in arms over a proposed 28% increase in the cost of residents' parking permits, which would see the annual fee rise from £35 to £45. The council claims...

Manchester Evening News reported that Mason Greenwood, the former Manchester United player, has been dropped by Marseille head coach Roberto De Zerbi due to inconsistency and poor training performance. Despite not starting in the...

The search for missing Wigan Athletic fan, Darren Orme, has entered its second week, with no new updates as of yet. Darren, a 54-year-old man, was last seen on March 5 at the junction...

Stephen Kearney, a 40-year-old man from Adlam Road in Fazakerley, found himself entangled in a web of legal troubles stemming from his tumultuous relationship with Clare Laird. The incident that landed him in hot...

A dramatic scene unfolded off the coast of East Yorkshire as a cargo ship and an oil tanker collided in the North Sea, resulting in a chilling radio message that both vessels had been...

Fans of the popular ITV series, The Bay, were left reeling after a shocking car crash left DI Anthony Manning's fate hanging in the balance. As viewers tuned in to Monday night's episode, they...

Coronation Street Star Sam Aston Opens Up About Hidden Injury Post-Dancing on Ice VictoryCoronation Street actor Sam Aston recently made headlines not just for his impressive win on Dancing on Ice, but also for...