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Drivers in Greater Manchester, brace yourselves—this weekend brings major overnight motorway closures on the M6, M60, M62, M56, M61, and A34, with work running from 9 PM to 6 AM and beyond. National Highways is behind the scenes, but don’t wing it—check your route before hitting the road. Expect full carriageway and slip road shutdowns in both directions. Plus, two longer-term closures linger: A34...

Police raided five locations across Greater Manchester in a major financial probe tied to the University of Greater Manchester, alleging bribery and fraud involving over a million pounds. Three individuals—two men and a woman—were arrested but released on bail. The investigation, now in its first year, was triggered by an independent report and involves reviewing over a million emails and sixty tr...

Greater Manchester is gearing up for a major heatwave this weekend, with temperatures soaring above 30°C—peaking Thursday and Friday—with sunny skies and high UV levels. While not as scorching as last month’s blast, expect stifling warmth, especially Friday, when temps could hit 33°C and nights stay cozy. Saturday through Monday will remain dry and sunny, though a breeze may offer slight relief. W...

A shocking stabbing in Trafford’s Partington area left a 72-year-old man critically injured—still hospitalized with life-changing wounds as of Wednesday. Two locals, Maria Graham, 32, charged with assault and possessing a blade, and Warren Graham, 37, charged with assisting an offender, are in custody and facing court today. The community reels as this tragic incident underscores how fast violence...

Major crash near Wrightington Hospital shuts down Hall Lane and the M6 slip road at Junction 27—expect heavy delays. Hospital confirms awareness, urges patients to check traffic and leave early, and says no need to call ahead if running late. Authorities say closures will last awhile; fingers crossed for quick recovery and road clearance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://...

A convicted rapist and child trafficker, Shabir Ahmed, is set to walk free after 14 years — sparking outrage as victims’ families fear his return. Though stripped of British citizenship, a 1971 law blocks deportation for long-term Commonwealth residents, trapping him in the UK. The Home Secretary now plans to close this loophole, backed by MPs like Jim McMahon, who insists justice must prioritize...

Manchester City Council is rolling out smart cameras to crack down on illegal parking near seven busy schools, aiming to clear sidewalks, reduce congestion, and push families toward public transport. Cameras will snap license plates during restricted drop-off times at Brookburn, Manchester Communication, Manley Park, St Augustine’s, St James’, St Paul’s, and Our Lady’s primaries — with fines autom...

Dame Sarah Storey, Britain’s most decorated Paralympian, is retiring from competition at 48 to champion Para-sport’s future. After 9 Paralympic Games and 30 medals—including 19 golds—she’s shifting focus from the bike to behind the scenes, determined to drive real change in coverage and opportunity. She believes progress stalled since London 2012 and sees this as her moment to amplify impact. A fo...

Wigan Athletic just pulled off a smart move by signing Joe Walsh on loan from QPR for the full season—here’s why this 24-year-old keeper could be a game-changer. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. Vi...

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Kenneth Goodman, a man who abused two teenage girls decades ago, is sentenced to six years in prison after a jury convicted him of indecent assault and gross indecency. The investigation, launched in 2018 when one survivor came forward, led to a second survivor who revealed a three-year grooming campaign beginning when she was just twelve. Both victims knew Goodman professionally at the time. Desp...

Andy Burnham is poised to become Prime Minister after becoming the sole Labour leadership candidate, with no rivals stepping forward. Following Sir Keir Starmer’s exit, Burnham’s nomination was backed by the only other potential challenger, Al Carns, who endorsed him for his promise of decisive action over political theater. Burnham, currently Mayor of Greater Manchester and an MP, is set to be of...

Traffic chaos erupts on the M6 this morning—three lanes shut southbound between Woolston and Lymm Interchange for emergency repairs, while a crash blocks the northbound carriageway nearby, creating massive delays and urging drivers to seek alternate routes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an autom...

Mayoral candidates in Greater Manchester clashed at a heated hustings, but voters still can’t decide — with ten boroughs voting July 30th to replace Andy Burnham. Across Labour, Conservatives, Greens, and Reform UK, candidates dodged tough questions on housing, immigration, and high streets, leaving many feeling they said little of substance. One social enterprise worker called it “all talk, no an...

In a fiery hustings showdown, Greater Manchester mayoral candidates clashed over housing, immigration, and women’s rights, revealing deep divides on regeneration funding, affordable homes, and the future of public services. With some pledging 20,000 new affordable homes and others proposing rent-back schemes, the debate also spotlighted empty council properties and the housing crisis. Immigration...

A 73-year-old grooming gang leader, Shabir Ahmed — known to victims as Daddy — is set to be deported after serving 14 years in prison for horrific sexual crimes, but a 1971 UK law blocks his removal, protecting Commonwealth nationals who arrived over 50 years ago. Though he lost his British citizenship and now holds only Pakistani nationality, the Home Secretary is pushing to amend the law to allo...

Greater Manchester’s mayoral candidates clashed in a fiery first debate, spotlighting long-neglected outer boroughs with promises on transport, housing, town center revamps, and tax freezes. Immigration and trans rights ignited heated exchanges, especially between Green and Reform candidates, while a diverse, vocal audience responded with applause and boos. With contenders from Labour, Conservativ...

Six mayoral candidates faced the heat of the spotlight at a Manchester hustings, each given just 60 seconds to sell their vision on housing, transport, crime, and the economy. Green Party’s Geraldine Coggins dominated with sharp criticism of Labour and Reform UK, though some claims missed the mark. Reform’s Sian Astley surprised with nuance despite early stumbles, notably on party finances. Labour...

Six candidates for Greater Manchester mayor faced tough, no-nonsense questions from a crowd demanding real answers on housing, youth services, and transport — no platitudes allowed. Pressed on practical solutions for everyday challenges, they avoided personal attacks and showed rare respect, even as views diverged on immigration. When asked about second preference votes, most ducked — until one ca...

Dr. Subhasis Basu, a world-class sports radiologist, secretly ruled tennis courts for 25 years—officiating 18 Wimbledons and iconic matches like Federer vs. Nadal, all while diagnosing elite athletes’ injuries behind the scenes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary...

Shabir Ahmed, the 73-year-old groomer known as “Daddy” to his young victims, is set to be deported after being released from prison — a move now possible thanks to a proposed amendment to the 1971 Immigration Act. Sentenced to 22 years in 2012 for horrific crimes against girls, Ahmed’s victims fear for their safety. Currently under electronic tag, any breach could send him back to prison — and the...

Manchester United just pulled off a lightning-fast £50m midfield coup, securing Andrey Santos from Chelsea — a deal that could reshape their season. With Casemiro gone and Ugarte sidelined, United were dangerously thin in the middle, relying on just Mason Mount before pre-season. Santos, a key Chelsea departure alongside Cucurella, arrives with a £48m base fee, £2m add-ons, and a 10% sell-on claus...

Ruben Amorim has officially apologized to Manchester United fans for not speaking to them after his departure, while proudly reflecting on his year with the club despite acknowledging mistakes. Now back in coaching, he’s signed a three-year deal with AC Milan — a team in need of a turnaround after a disappointing season. Amorim, speaking English at his Milan presser, also apologized for his limite...

Emergency crews, including an air ambulance landing at Littlemoor Primary School, rushed to a private address in Oldham’s Greenacres neighborhood around 1 PM on July 8th after a mental health crisis prompted a welfare concern — no school involvement, just a high-stakes, resource-heavy response to someone in need. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dn...

Two brothers pulled off a brazen Pokémon card heist spree, smashing into shops, stealing tens of thousands in rare cards, and leaving chaos in their wake — now facing prison for their “criminal Pokémon enterprise.” Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on publ...