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Makerfield by-election LIVE as Starmer says he WILL support Burnham campaign - updates

Andy Burnham is bidding to become Makerfield MP

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Heywood fire LIVE as smoke seen for miles across Greater Manchester - updates

Emergency services are in attendance this evening

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Dunelm garden furniture set reduced by £100 is so comfortable 'I might sleep outside'

"High quality, easy to put together, comfy cushions, just need some sun, and if it’s that hot overnight sometimes, I may sleep outside on it, it is that spacious and comfortable"

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DWP announce new pension rules that could boost savings for millions of people

Millions are set to benefit from the reforms set out by the DWP today

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Rylan Clark opens up about 'cancelled' friends as he warns 'don't believe everything'

The TV presenter was the latest star to appear on the ITV programme The Assembly

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The 'forgotten' corner of Makerfield that has been 'left to rack and ruin'

"When you look at Market Street here, the main road, it’s horrendous"

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Green Party drama and Burnham on the run, seven things you need to know from the Makerfield by-election today

It has been another busy day on the ground in Wigan ahead of one of the most high-profile by-elections in decades

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DWP confirm benefit payment date change for claimants this weekend

The DWP issued an update on the payment dates today

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Full list of Quiz stores closing next month - including two sites in Greater Manchester

All of its sites are set to shut by the end of next month

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Dunelm's luxury £85 'no crease' curtains reduced to £42 'make my room look gorgeous'

"The perfect pair. My curtains were just the right colours that I wanted and I’m really pleased with them they make my room look and feel gorgeous."

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Major emergency response to reports of woman in canal

Police, fire crews and paramedics raced to the scene in Chadderton

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Virgin Media is dishing out free £250 4K smart TVs, but only until next week's deadline

Time is quickly running out to take advantage of the limited deal

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The £30 makeup stick that gives mature skin such a 'glow' shoppers from 50 to 80 all love it

"I am 69 years old and don’t really bother with much make up but this makes me feel and look much more “finished” - I’m obsessed!"

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What happens next as Oldham chaos carries on and on and on

The council has been criticised by an MP for its ‘unnecessary and petty-minded politics’

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Roman's £26 boho-glam summer top is long enough for all ages to wear with shorts

"Washes nice, as is a good length, fabric nice and soft. Great for summer."

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The fury over Rochdale's 'spaghetti junction' as residents 'horrified'

The roadworks came as an unpleasant surprise to locals this week

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Adoptive dad accused of murdering Preston Davey denies abusing baby and taking 'trophy' photos

Jamie Varley told a jury baby Preston was 'never, ever' sexually abused

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Why three teenage killers have not been named

Mohanad Goobe was murdered last September

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The Mancunian Way: Lambrella and 8p noodles

Is it too expensive to be a student? AND The Makerfield Gambit

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EasyJet announces increased fares of winter flights due to higher fuel costs

The budget airline confirmed it is increasing costs for winter flights