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Watch: Jaguar to Build Iconic XKSS – ‘The World’s First Supercar’

Jaguar is to build the stunning XKSS as an ultra-exclusive continuation model. Nine new XKSS’s – often referred to by experts as the world’s first...

Man jailed after pleading guilty to fraud by false representation and money laundering

A man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to fraud by false representation and money laundering. Michael Hizer (25/03/1959) of HMP Thameside has today, Thursday 24...

End of free parking at Lowry Outlet Mall to cut ‘park and ride’

Commuters and daytrippers to Salford Quays will be affected when The Lowry Outlet Mall ends its former free parking system on 4 April. The 1,800-space multi-storey,...

50 years ago: Parades for Eccles British Legion later torched in devastating fire

1965 was the heyday for a local landmark sadly destroyed when it went up in flames 10 years ago. 50 years ago today, 25 March, a new £30,000 Memorial Hall was added to...

Appeal for witnesses after man dumped at MRI with serious injuries

Police are appealing for potential key witnesses to come forward after a badly injured man was left at hospital in Manchester. Detectives suspect the man was injured in...

Swinton crash out to Leigh flyers

A bumper Easter Thursday crowd were treated to a fast flowing game at Leigh Sports Village as the Centurions overcame Swinton Lions. Neil Jukes had picked a strong side...

Salford Central and Manchester Victoria closed until 4 April

Manchester Victoria and Salford Central stations will be closed for the next 11 days. Network Rail ordered the closure, to start after tonight’s final service, to...

Appeal: Man missing from secure unit ‘may be trying to leave country’

Police in the West Midlands have released an urgent appeal across the country to try to find a vulnerable man missing from a secure unit. Officers say James Pinsent...

Fewer engines, longer 999 waits: How fire cuts could hurt Salford and Eccles

Public consultation has begun over fire service plans to slash nearly £15 million from their budget. A major review is underway to see what has to be cut, and what can...

Salford man Scott Knight wanted at court for drugs warrant

Police are appealing for the public’s help to find a man wanted for not turning up at court. Scott Knight, 41, was arrested in November 2015 on suspicion of drugs...