themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Jonas Brothers go for pre-drinks in Northern Quarter bar ahead of Manchester Arena gig

Pop stars Jonas Brothers popped into a trendy Northern Quarter bar for 'pre-drinks ' before their gig in Manchester .
The trio were snapped posing with staff at Port Street Beer House on Thursday afternoon .
The chart-toppers later performed at Manchester Arena as part of their world tour .
Staff at Port Street Beer House posted about the surprise visit on their Instagram account , to the delight of fans .
They joked that the pop stars were visiting for pre-drinks to celebrate the bar 's anniversary .
The post said : `` Always a pleasure to have a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ birthday .
`` They ’ ve been organising their world tours to coincide their Manchester date with our special day since 2011 .
`` Wouldn ’ t miss it for the world , they said .
`` Pre-drinks at our b ’ day before their Arena show ?
`` We are now a verified Jonas Brothers venue .
I for one welcome our new Jobro overlords .
Nice fellows ! ''
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Pop stars Jonas Brothers popped into a trendy Northern Quarter bar for 'pre-drinks' before their gig in Manchester.
The trio were snapped posing with staff at Port Street Beer House on Thursday afternoon.
The chart-toppers later performed at Manchester Arena as part of their world tour.
Staff at Port Street Beer House posted about the surprise visit on their Instagram account, to the delight of fans.
They joked that the pop stars were visiting for pre-drinks to celebrate the bar's anniversary.
The post said: "Always a pleasure to have a visit from The Jonas Brothers on our birthday.
"They’ve been organising their world tours to coincide their Manchester date with our special day since 2011.
"Wouldn’t miss it for the world, they said.
"Pre-drinks at our b’day before their Arena show?
"We are now a verified Jonas Brothers venue. I for one welcome our new Jobro overlords. Nice fellows!"
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Love Island has confirmed this year's celebrity guest DJ - and he's a corker

Following all the drama of Casa Amor , Love Island fans can look forward to the inevitable aftermath in tonight 's gripping instalment .
And now it 's been revealed that the excitement wo n't stop there , as a very exciting celebrity guest is set to enter the villa .
Last year we were treated to Craaaaaaig David , and this year 's A-list DJ could even be a step up - IT 'S NO OTHER THAN SEAN PAUL , BABY .
I do n't think my brain can handle this much excitement after a single coffee on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Island said : `` This comes after a tense and dramatic week in the Love Island villa following the resolve of the ultimate relationship test , Casa Amor , so the party will be an opportunity for the Islanders to let their hair down and make their moves on the dancefloor . ''
The news was confirmed on the official Love Island Twitter account , which shared a video of Craig in the Beach Hut .
Unsurprisingly , he looks pretty buzzing to be there .
What a champ .
Under the video @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , actual @ duttypaul is heading into the villa to host a party like no other !
And don ’ t worry… we totally got him to say ‘ Jordan and Rebecca ’ # LoveIsland . ''
Fans have been quick to react , with many over the moon to hear the news .
Responding to the tweet , one person said : `` Oh my god .
Oh my god .
It ’ s my man . ''
It looks like the temperature is about to be turned right up .

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Following all the drama of Casa Amor, Love Island fans can look forward to the inevitable aftermath in tonight's gripping instalment.
And now it's been revealed that the excitement won't stop there, as a very exciting celebrity guest is set to enter the villa.
Last year we were treated to Craaaaaaig David, and this year's A-list DJ could even be a step up - IT'S NO OTHER THAN SEAN PAUL, BABY.
I don't think my brain can handle this much excitement after a single coffee on a Friday morning.
A representative for Love Island said: "This comes after a tense and dramatic week in the Love Island villa following the resolve of the ultimate relationship test, Casa Amor, so the party will be an opportunity for the Islanders to let their hair down and make their moves on the dancefloor."
The news was confirmed on the official Love Island Twitter account, which shared a video of Craig in the Beach Hut.
Unsurprisingly, he looks pretty buzzing to be there. What a champ.
Under the video, Love Island wrote: " Yep, actual @duttypaul is heading into the villa to host a party like no other! And don’t worry… we totally got him to say ‘Jordan and Rebecca’ #LoveIsland."
Fans have been quick to react, with many over the moon to hear the news. Responding to the tweet, one person said: "Oh my god. Oh my god. It’s my man."
"Yes sean de dutty paul," tweeted another.
A third joked: "SHAUGHNA PAUL." Brilliant.
It looks like the temperature is about to be turned right up.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--ADVERTORIAL: Why you need a reliable pay per head service provider like Real Bookies

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There ’ s also more transparency over odds and bets for both the bookies and betters .
Online gambling awards bookies and agents an opportunity to expand beyond what ’ s possible for local land-based casinos or retail bookies , which are limited by their physical real estate .
It extends their reach to clients from anywhere in the world without having to invest in multiple stores and bodies to support a large base of clients .
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After the enactment of Gambling Act 2005 in the UK which made access to gambling much easier, online gambling has become a huge industry in the country attracting both local and global clients.
The total gross gambling yield now is at £14.4 billion with a year over year growth in players placing bets online. In the last decade, online gambling doubled in size and in online sports betting alone, there are now about 2.1 million betters.
The rise of online betting platforms is partially thanks to the need and desire for immediate access to more bets and options. Digitised bookmaking platforms allow bookies to more easily manage a wide range of betting scenarios. There’s also more transparency over odds and bets for both the bookies and betters.
Online bookmaking relies heavily on pay per head services
Online gambling awards bookies and agents an opportunity to expand beyond what’s possible for local land-based casinos or retail bookies, which are limited by their physical real estate. It extends their reach to clients from anywhere in the world without having to invest in multiple stores and bodies to support a large base of clients. By automating many of the manual processes, online bookmaking helps enormously increase the profit margin from each player/client and each bet while minimising risks.
This online platform relies on what’s called pay per head (PPH) services software. It is the foundation and storefront for bookies wishing to establish and expand their business on the internet. Pay per head is an exchange of bookmaking software, casino and sportsbooks, where you pay for each to better employ your bookie services. Bookies can leverage these platforms to analyse players’ betting patterns, change betting limits to minimise losses, and add or remove different bets.
On the players’ side, they are able to wager bets more quickly from the comfort of their homes without having to stay on the phone to reach their bookie every time they want to change their positions. PPH basically automates all the manual bookkeeping activities, done with pencils and notebooks, and enables bookies to scale much faster.
Who your pay per head service provider is can make or break your business. So, conducting a careful and thorough analysis of the best pay per head service providers is absolutely crucial as a booking agent. Having the right pay per head service is equivalent to having the best store location and appropriate marketing channels to maximise your ability to reach target clients.
How to determine which pay per head provider is right for you
Step one in your search for the right pay per head service provider is to actively seek trustworthy opinions from well-respected review sites . Different pay per head services concentrate on different functionalities so it is up to each bookie what matters most. Some of the considerations would be types of bets, customer support, pricing, payment processing options, and reporting.
The industry-leading provider which has been around for 20 years is Real Bookies . It supports more than 80 sports leagues, hundreds of casino games, and over 70 horse racing tracks with new additions frequently streaming in. Its strength is in its customisability and ease-of-use offered to bookies in setting up their online shops.
Most importantly, it also provides 24/7 access to players and bookies. This means that the clients, no matter where they are in the world, are able to place their bets, allowing bookies to increase their revenue streams during their online and offline hours. Automation, supported by speed and reliability, is how your pay per head services can enable you to get ahead or lose your competitive advantage.
Another key benefit offered by Real Bookies is its reporting. Bookies can review live reports at any time to fine tune their services to clients based on real-time analysis of betting trends and odds to help maximise their profits and minimise their risks.
Surviving in today’s fast-evolving and fiercely competitive markets requires fast access to accurate and actionable insights; thus, making analytics one of the most important competitive advantages for the bookies.
To find out more about how Real Bookies can help you, visit the website.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--How Brandon Williams is standing out for Manchester United

Wes Brown believes Brandon Williams ' tenacity is helping him stand out as a key player for Manchester United this season .
The 19-year-old only made his debut in September after an impressive start to the season playing for the club at various youth levels .
Williams was not one of the youngsters to be given a chance in pre-season by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and instead had to wait until the Carabao Cup encounter against Rochdale before he got his chance .
The left-back has since made 20 appearances for the first team , with his performances so impressive United @ @ @ @ @ @ @ left-back on hold .
Hopes are high for Williams at Old Trafford and Brown believes the youngster 's tenacity has given him a great platform to succeed at the club .
“ He gets stuck in and every challenge , he accepts , ” Brown told United Review .
“ He doesn ’ t try to shy away from anything .
He won ’ t back down .
Some managers , when you come up against a young lad , they ’ re telling you that he ’ s only young , only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get at him a little bit .
I ’ m sure that will have happened with Brandon , but he accepts the challenge every time .
“ As a defender , it ’ s always important to win your first couple of challenges in a game .
If you do that , then your opponents have to rethink what they ’ re going to do .
If he ’ s handling every situation they put him in , it becomes difficult for them .
Before the game the experienced pros will be trying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seems like he likes that .
He accepts the challenge and takes it on , which is very important .
“ What I like about him is that he doesn ’ t seem to be fazed .
He basically plays his own game .
I think Ole has seen what he can do , he knows he gets forward and can do it comfortably , and he ’ s happy to let Brandon play his own game .
It ’ s very exciting .
”

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Wes Brown believes Brandon Williams' tenacity is helping him stand out as a key player for Manchester United this season.
The 19-year-old only made his debut in September after an impressive start to the season playing for the club at various youth levels.
Williams was not one of the youngsters to be given a chance in pre-season by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and instead had to wait until the Carabao Cup encounter against Rochdale before he got his chance.
The left-back has since made 20 appearances for the first team, with his performances so impressive United have put plans to sign a new left-back on hold.
Hopes are high for Williams at Old Trafford and Brown believes the youngster's tenacity has given him a great platform to succeed at the club.
“He gets stuck in and every challenge, he accepts,” Brown told United Review.
“He doesn’t try to shy away from anything. He won’t back down. Some managers, when you come up against a young lad, they’re telling you that he’s only young, only had a few games, try to get at him a little bit. I’m sure that will have happened with Brandon, but he accepts the challenge every time.
“As a defender, it’s always important to win your first couple of challenges in a game. If you do that, then your opponents have to rethink what they’re going to do. If he’s handling every situation they put him in, it becomes difficult for them. Before the game the experienced pros will be trying to get at him, but it seems like he likes that. He accepts the challenge and takes it on, which is very important.
“What I like about him is that he doesn’t seem to be fazed. He basically plays his own game. I think Ole has seen what he can do, he knows he gets forward and can do it comfortably, and he’s happy to let Brandon play his own game. It’s very exciting.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Phillip Schofield in tears on This Morning as he tells Holly Willoughby of moment he told his family

Phillip Schofield in tears on This Morning as he tells Holly Willoughby of moment he told his family he was gay

Phillip Schofield opened up on This Morning after coming out , saying ‘ in recent times it consumed my head ’ .
The TV star , from Oldham , spoke to his ITV colleague Holly Willoughby after posting a heartfelt statement on Instagram .
Sat on the sofa , Phil told his co-host that now was the right time .
“ You know this has been bothering me for a long time , ” he said .
“ Everyone does these things at their own time .
There is no question that in recent times this has consumed my head @ @ @ @ @ @ @ head .
“ So I got to the stage where I thought , we sit here every day and I am over there and an amazing brave person sits here and I sit there thinking you are so brave and I thought , I have to be that person .
“ You have to be honest with yourself and I knew I wasn ’ t and I didn ’ t like myself because I wasn ’ t being honest .
When is the right time ?
As a family , it was the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that “ everyone I tell it gets a little lighter ” as he explained how he told his wife of 27 years , Stephanie Lowe , and daughters Molly and Ruby .
He said there were “ no secrets ” between them .
He said : “ I have made this decision which is essential for me and essential for my head , and that is principally the reason I have done this .
“ Of course I am really very aware that Steph and the girls are at home watching this .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ they have been supporting us up until this moment.
” Phil said he is very aware that his comments may “ cause pain and upset.
” When Holly asked how Steph was coping , Phil said it was “ tough ” .
“ It ’ s tough but this is not something that has happened quickly , ” he said .
I have had to deal with this in my head for quite some time .
We have gone through this together , we have been honest and open .
“ I can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I feel about that woman .
She is amazing , incredible .
There is no one in my life who has supported me as a wife as she has supported me .
She is astonishing.
” He added : “ I will sit here and say I am proud of myself today.
” Holly said he would “ always be part of the family ” as she hugged him and the studio applauded warmly .
Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford then walked onto the set to show support .
“ Nobody should be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be the first to stand beside you , ” said Eamonn .
Watch : An emotional Holly Willoughby reads Phillip Schofield 's full coming out statement on This Morning '' You never know what 's going on in someone 's seemingly perfect life , what issues they are struggling with , or the state of their wellbeing - and so you wo n't know what has been consuming me for the last few years .
`` With the strength and support of my wife and my daughters , I have been coming to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gay .
`` This is something that has caused many heart-breaking conversations at home .
I have been married to Steph for nearly 27 years , and we have two beautiful grown-up daughters , Molly and Ruby .
`` My family have held me so close : they have tried to cheer me up , to smother me with kindness and love , despite their own confusion .
Yet still I ca n't sleep and there have been some very dark moments .
`` My inner conflict contrasts with an outside world that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Today , quite rightly , being gay is reason to celebrate and be proud .
Yes , I am feeling pain and confusion , but that comes only from the hurt that I am causing to my family .
`` Steph has been incredible - I love her so very much .
She is the kindest soul I have ever met .
My girls have been astonishing in their love , hugs and encouraging words of comfort .
`` Both mine and Steph 's entire families have stunned me with their love @ @ @ @ @ @ @ course they are worried about Steph , but I know they will scoop us both up .
`` My friends are the best , especially Holly , who has been so kind and wise - and who has hugged me as I sobbed on her shoulder .
`` At ITV , I could n't hope to work with more wonderful , supportive teams .
`` Every day on This Morning , I sit in awe of those we meet who have been brave and open in confronting their truth - so now it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` This will probably all come as something of a surprise and I understand , but only be facing this , by being honest , can I hope to find peace in my mind and a way forward . ''

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Phillip Schofield opened up on This Morning after coming out, saying ‘in recent times it consumed my head’.
The TV star, from Oldham, spoke to his ITV colleague Holly Willoughby after posting a heartfelt statement on Instagram.
Sat on the sofa, Phil told his co-host that now was the right time.
“You know this has been bothering me for a long time,” he said. “Everyone does these things at their own time. There is no question that in recent times this has consumed my head and has become an issue in my head.
“So I got to the stage where I thought, we sit here every day and I am over there and an amazing brave person sits here and I sit there thinking you are so brave and I thought, I have to be that person.
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“You have to be honest with yourself and I knew I wasn’t and I didn’t like myself because I wasn’t being honest. When is the right time? As a family, it was the right time.”
Phil continued to say that “everyone I tell it gets a little lighter” as he explained how he told his wife of 27 years, Stephanie Lowe, and daughters Molly and Ruby.
He said there were “no secrets” between them.
(Image: ITV)
He said: “I have made this decision which is essential for me and essential for my head, and that is principally the reason I have done this.
“Of course I am really very aware that Steph and the girls are at home watching this. We’re all together, and they have been supporting us up until this moment.”
Phil said he is very aware that his comments may “cause pain and upset.”
(Image: PA)
When Holly asked how Steph was coping, Phil said it was “tough”.
“It’s tough but this is not something that has happened quickly,” he said. I have had to deal with this in my head for quite some time. We have gone through this together, we have been honest and open.
(Image: ITV)
“I can’t write in any statement what I feel about that woman. She is amazing, incredible. There is no one in my life who has supported me as a wife as she has supported me. She is astonishing.”
He added: “I will sit here and say I am proud of myself today.”
Holly said he would “always be part of the family” as she hugged him and the studio applauded warmly.
Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford then walked onto the set to show support.
“Nobody should be embarrassed by their sexuality. We will be the first to stand beside you,” said Eamonn.
Watch: An emotional Holly Willoughby reads Phillip Schofield's full coming out statement on This Morning
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Phillip Schofield's full statement on Instagram
"You never know what's going on in someone's seemingly perfect life, what issues they are struggling with, or the state of their wellbeing - and so you won't know what has been consuming me for the last few years.
"With the strength and support of my wife and my daughters, I have been coming to terms with the fact that I am gay.
"This is something that has caused many heart-breaking conversations at home. I have been married to Steph for nearly 27 years, and we have two beautiful grown-up daughters, Molly and Ruby.
"My family have held me so close: they have tried to cheer me up, to smother me with kindness and love, despite their own confusion. Yet still I can't sleep and there have been some very dark moments.
"My inner conflict contrasts with an outside world that has changed so much for the better. Today, quite rightly, being gay is reason to celebrate and be proud. Yes, I am feeling pain and confusion, but that comes only from the hurt that I am causing to my family.
"Steph has been incredible - I love her so very much. She is the kindest soul I have ever met. My girls have been astonishing in their love, hugs and encouraging words of comfort.
"Both mine and Steph's entire families have stunned me with their love, instant acceptance and support. Of course they are worried about Steph, but I know they will scoop us both up.
"My friends are the best, especially Holly, who has been so kind and wise - and who has hugged me as I sobbed on her shoulder.
"At ITV, I couldn't hope to work with more wonderful, supportive teams.
"Every day on This Morning, I sit in awe of those we meet who have been brave and open in confronting their truth - so now it's my turn to share mine.
"This will probably all come as something of a surprise and I understand, but only be facing this, by being honest, can I hope to find peace in my mind and a way forward."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Woman's terror as three balaclava-clad men armed with crowbars smash their way into her home

Men armed with crowbars smashed their way into a woman 's house in Poynton before demanding she opened the safe .
Police said three men 'ransacked the house ' at around 1pm on Wednesday ( February 5 ) .
They then stole a mobile phone , before driving off in a blue Ford Fiesta .
The aggravated burglary took place on London Road North .
The men are described as being of a slim build .
They were around 5ft 8ins in height and wore black balaclavas and black jeans .
Det Sgt Stephen Joyce , from Macclesfield Local Policing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ took place in broad daylight while the victim was inside the house .
“ I am asking the public to come forward with information specifically around the three men and the car they were seen in .
“ Did you see these men acting suspiciously in the area ?
`` Perhaps you saw the blue Ford Fiesta being driven in and around Poynton at around 1pm ?
If you did – or you have any other information – please get in touch to help with our investigation.
” Anyone with information is urged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ IML 629423 or through the website https : //www.cheshire.police.uk/ Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visiting their website https : //crimestoppers-uk.org/ Get breaking news first on the free Manchester Evening News app - download it here for your Apple or Android device .
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Men armed with crowbars smashed their way into a woman's house in Poynton before demanding she opened the safe.
Police said three men 'ransacked the house' at around 1pm on Wednesday (February 5).
They then stole a mobile phone, before driving off in a blue Ford Fiesta.
The aggravated burglary took place on London Road North.
The men are described as being of a slim build.
They were around 5ft 8ins in height and wore black balaclavas and black jeans.
Det Sgt Stephen Joyce, from Macclesfield Local Policing Unit, said: “This burglary took place in broad daylight while the victim was inside the house.
“I am asking the public to come forward with information specifically around the three men and the car they were seen in.
“Did you see these men acting suspiciously in the area?
"Perhaps you saw the blue Ford Fiesta being driven in and around Poynton at around 1pm? If you did – or you have any other information – please get in touch to help with our investigation.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 629423 or through the website https://www.cheshire.police.uk/
Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visiting their website https://crimestoppers-uk.org/
Get breaking news first on the free Manchester Evening News app - download it here for your Apple or Android device. You can also get a round-up of the biggest stories sent direct to your inbox every day with the MEN email newsletter - subscribe here. And you can follow us on Facebook here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Phillip Schofield's statement in full as This Morning presenter comes out as gay

Phillip Schofield has said he is `` coming to terms with the fact I am gay '' .
The ITV presenter made the announcement to fans on his Instagram account this morning .
Phillip who presents This Morning alongside Holly Willoughby , has two daughters with his wife Stephanie Lowe , who he describes as `` the kindest soul I have ever met '' .
He said his sexuality has caused `` many heartbreaking conversations at home '' but he has the support of his family .
He also praised his ITV colleagues , including Holly who he said had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
You can read his full statement below .
You never know what 's going on in someone 's seemingly perfect life , what issues they are struggling with , or the state of their wellbeing - and so you wo n't know what has been consuming me for the last few years .
With the strength and support of my wife and my daughters , I have been coming to terms with the fact that I am gay .
This is something that has caused many heart-breaking conversations at home .
I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 27 years , and we have two beautiful grown-up daughters , Molly and Ruby .
My family have held me so close : they have tried to cheer me up , to smother me with kindness and love , despite their own confusion .
Yet still I ca n't sleep and there have been some very dark moments .
My inner conflict contrasts with an outside world that has changed so much for the better .
Today , quite rightly , being gay is reason to celebrate and be proud .
Yes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but that comes only from the hurt that I am causing to my family .
Steph has been incredible - I love her so very much .
She is the kindest soul I have ever met .
My girls have been astonishing in their love , hugs and encouraging words of comfort .
Both mine and Steph 's entire families have stunned me with their love , instant acceptance and support .
Of course they are worried about Steph , but I know they will scoop us both up .
My friends are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been so kind and wise - and who has hugged me as I sobbed on her shoulder .
At ITV , I could n't hope to work with more wonderful , supportive teams .
Every day on This Morning , I sit in awe of those we meet who have been brave and open in confronting their truth - so now it 's my turn to share mine .
This will probably all come as something of a surprise and I understand , but only be facing this , by being honest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in my mind and a way forward .
Please be kind , especially to my family .

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Phillip Schofield has said he is "coming to terms with the fact I am gay".
The ITV presenter made the announcement to fans on his Instagram account this morning.
Phillip who presents This Morning alongside Holly Willoughby, has two daughters with his wife Stephanie Lowe, who he describes as "the kindest soul I have ever met".
He said his sexuality has caused "many heartbreaking conversations at home" but he has the support of his family.
He also praised his ITV colleagues, including Holly who he said had been "so kind and wise".
You can read his full statement below.
Phillip Schofield's statement in full
You never know what's going on in someone's seemingly perfect life, what issues they are struggling with, or the state of their wellbeing - and so you won't know what has been consuming me for the last few years.
With the strength and support of my wife and my daughters, I have been coming to terms with the fact that I am gay.
This is something that has caused many heart-breaking conversations at home. I have been married to Steph for nearly 27 years, and we have two beautiful grown-up daughters, Molly and Ruby.
My family have held me so close: they have tried to cheer me up, to smother me with kindness and love, despite their own confusion. Yet still I can't sleep and there have been some very dark moments.
My inner conflict contrasts with an outside world that has changed so much for the better. Today, quite rightly, being gay is reason to celebrate and be proud. Yes, I am feeling pain and confusion, but that comes only from the hurt that I am causing to my family.
Steph has been incredible - I love her so very much. She is the kindest soul I have ever met. My girls have been astonishing in their love, hugs and encouraging words of comfort.
Both mine and Steph's entire families have stunned me with their love, instant acceptance and support. Of course they are worried about Steph, but I know they will scoop us both up. My friends are the best, especially Holly, who has been so kind and wise - and who has hugged me as I sobbed on her shoulder.
At ITV, I couldn't hope to work with more wonderful, supportive teams.
Every day on This Morning, I sit in awe of those we meet who have been brave and open in confronting their truth - so now it's my turn to share mine.
This will probably all come as something of a surprise and I understand, but only be facing this, by being honest, can I hope to find peace in my mind and a way forward.
Please be kind, especially to my family.
Phillip


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-08--ADVERTORIAL: The ultimate family festival weekend you won’t want to miss this summer

For the ultimate family weekend , don ’ t miss out on the Funshine Fest this summer !
The UK 's first family rave , party and fun weekender , the Funshine Fest kicks off July 17 to 20 , 2020 , at Prestatyn Sands Holiday Park , for three days and nights of awesome family entertainment .
Headlining both nights will be Raver Tots , with DJ Vibes joining in the fun and playing dance classics on night one , and Wideboys adding garage flavour the following night .
With an array of enjoyable events and activities for all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a spectacular break-dancing performance , followed by the opportunity to participate in break-dancing skills workshops ; a circus performance and circus skills workshop ; family clubbercise ; and family zumba .
There will also be an unmissable Little Mix tribute act performing , a fantastic magic show , and lego workshops for the little ones .
And if that ’ s not enough , there ’ ll be roller disco , a skate park , free swimming , free play centre , fun bikes , arcades , go-karts and a fabulous laser zone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bird tickets are £72 for a child and £114 for an adult , including three nights accommodation at the holiday park - excellent value !
Parking is free all weekend .
Organiser of the Funshine Fest , New Hey Events ’ Kim said : “ We wanted to do something different , to inspire fun and family interaction .
My background is in wellbeing and mental health ; social interaction , music , dance , physical activity learning and creativity are known to improve mood and wellbeing .
We want everyone to ditch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rave with the kids !
“ We were also keen to have the event in the north .
Prestatyn is within easy reach from Liverpool , Manchester and Yorkshire.
” So , this July , plan a fantastic weekend with your young ones and head to the Funshine Fest in Prestatyn !
To find out more and book your tickets , visit the website , and follow the festival on Facebook for updates .

For the ultimate family weekend, don’t miss out on the Funshine Fest this summer!
The UK's first family rave, party and fun weekender, the Funshine Fest kicks off July 17 to 20, 2020, at Prestatyn Sands Holiday Park, for three days and nights of awesome family entertainment.
Headlining Saturday and Sunday night will be Raver Tots, with DJ Vibes joining in the fun and playing dance classics on night one, and Wideboys adding garage flavour the following night.
With an array of enjoyable events and activities for all the family, the festival will showcase a spectacular break-dancing performance, followed by the opportunity to participate in break-dancing skills workshops; a circus performance and circus skills workshop; family clubbercise; and family zumba.
There will also be an unmissable Little Mix tribute act performing, a fantastic magic show, and lego workshops for the little ones.
And if that’s not enough, there’ll be roller disco, a skate park, free swimming, free play centre, fun bikes, arcades, go-karts and a fabulous laser zone.
Tickets are now available. Early bird tickets are £72 for a child and £114 for an adult, including three nights accommodation at the holiday park - excellent value! Parking is free all weekend.
Organiser of the Funshine Fest, New Hey Events’ Kim said: “We wanted to do something different, to inspire fun and family interaction. My background is in wellbeing and mental health; social interaction, music, dance, physical activity learning and creativity are known to improve mood and wellbeing. We want everyone to ditch the gadgets and have fun and a rave with the kids!
“We were also keen to have the event in the north. Prestatyn is within easy reach from Liverpool, Manchester and Yorkshire.”
So, this July, plan a fantastic weekend with your young ones and head to the Funshine Fest in Prestatyn!
To find out more and book your tickets, visit the website, and follow the festival on Facebook for updates.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Three women have been fined after being caught dumping black bin bags in public

Three women have been hit with fines after being caught flytipping in Bolton .
Bolton Council took the trio to court after catching them dumping their rubbish in public spaces near to their homes .
Among those punished was Simona Iancu , of Higher Swan Lane , who spent two nights in the cells after failing to attend her scheduled court hearing for flytipping offences .
She was fined £200 together with £200 costs and a £90 victim surcharge for dumping seven bin bags in a public space .
Meanwhile , Adriana Pop , of Woodfield Street , slammed a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ face when she was challenged over bags of waste left at the rear of her house .
The court heard that the bags contained clothing , household rubbish and a “ large amount of nappies ” .
Pop , 30 , was fined £250 and must pay £500 in costs and a £30 victim surcharge .
Council records show that residents at the same property had previously been given a combined seven FPNs for flytipping or other waste offences .
Alexa Rowan , of Moorfield Grove , was fined £450 after being brought @ @ @ @ @ @ @ initially given a fixed penalty notice ( FPN ) for leaving a pile of rubbish bags in a public street near her home , but failed to pay .
She must also pay £250 in costs and a £45 victim surcharge .
Bolton Council ’ s executive cabinet member for environmental regulatory services , Coun Anne Galloway , said : “ We are just a few weeks into 2020 but the council ’ s ongoing campaign against flytipping has started where it left off in 2019 .
“ As a council , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ residents who blight our communities by leaving waste in our streets and public spaces .
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” Last month , Bolton Council imposed its 'toughest sentence yet ' on a fly-tipper who dumped a mattress , a bed frame , a fridge freezer and mountains of bin bags at the back of her house in Woodfield Street , Great Lever .
Livia Krskova , 38 , was forced to spend a weekend behind bars and ordered to complete 100 hours community service .
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Three women have been hit with fines after being caught flytipping in Bolton.
Bolton Council took the trio to court after catching them dumping their rubbish in public spaces near to their homes.
Among those punished was Simona Iancu, of Higher Swan Lane, who spent two nights in the cells after failing to attend her scheduled court hearing for flytipping offences.
She was fined £200 together with £200 costs and a £90 victim surcharge for dumping seven bin bags in a public space.
(Image: Bolton Council)
Meanwhile, Adriana Pop, of Woodfield Street, slammed a gate in a council officer’s face when she was challenged over bags of waste left at the rear of her house.
The court heard that the bags contained clothing, household rubbish and a “large amount of nappies”.
Pop, 30, was fined £250 and must pay £500 in costs and a £30 victim surcharge.
Council records show that residents at the same property had previously been given a combined seven FPNs for flytipping or other waste offences.
(Image: Bolton Council)
Alexa Rowan, of Moorfield Grove, was fined £450 after being brought to court by police. She was initially given a fixed penalty notice (FPN) for leaving a pile of rubbish bags in a public street near her home, but failed to pay.
She must also pay £250 in costs and a £45 victim surcharge.
Bolton Council’s executive cabinet member for environmental regulatory services, Coun Anne Galloway, said: “We are just a few weeks into 2020 but the council’s ongoing campaign against flytipping has started where it left off in 2019.
“As a council, we will not tolerate the small minority of residents who blight our communities by leaving waste in our streets and public spaces.
MyBolton To get all the latest Bolton news, events and information, go to our MyBolton news channel. We also have a dedicated Facebook page, and you can follow us on Twitter.
“Nobody is above the law and our officers will be active all year round holding these criminals to account for their actions.”
Last month, Bolton Council imposed its 'toughest sentence yet' on a fly-tipper who dumped a mattress, a bed frame, a fridge freezer and mountains of bin bags at the back of her house in Woodfield Street, Great Lever.
Livia Krskova, 38, was forced to spend a weekend behind bars and ordered to complete 100 hours community service.
Flytipping on council land can be reported at bolton.gov.uk/report-street-problem/flytipping.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Man 'disperses pepper spray in Pizza Hut' with 20 customers assessed by paramedics

Diners and staff had to be checked over by paramedics when a man “ dispersed pepper spray ” in a @ @ @ @ @ Friday night .
Emergency crews were called to Fountain Street , in Manchester city centre @ @ @ @ @ Police say initial enquiries suggest a man dispersed pepper spray in the Pizza Hut restaurant @ @ @ @ @ people - both customers and staff - were assessed by paramedics at the scene .
@ @ @ @ @ and an investigation into the incident is ongoing .
A GMP spokesperson said police were @ @ @ @ @ a restaurant on Fountain Street , in Manchester city centre , at around 7.55pm on @ @ @ @ @ .
“ 20 customers and staff were assessed by paramedics at the scene .
None @ @ @ @ @ with information should contact police on 0161 856 4166 quoting 2749 07/02/20 .

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Diners and staff had to be checked over by paramedics when a man “dispersed pepper spray” in a city centre restaurant chain on Friday night.
Emergency crews were called to Fountain Street, in Manchester city centre, at around 7.55pm.
Police say initial enquiries suggest a man dispersed pepper spray in the Pizza Hut restaurant.
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A total of 20 people - both customers and staff - were assessed by paramedics at the scene.
Nobody required hospital treatment, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said.
No arrests have been made and an investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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A GMP spokesperson said police were called to an incident at a restaurant on Fountain Street, in Manchester city centre, at around 7.55pm on Friday (February 7).
“Emergency services attended and initial enquiries suggest a man dispersed pepper spray in Pizza Hut.
“20 customers and staff were assessed by paramedics at the scene. None required hospital treatment.
“No arrests have been made.
“An investigation is underway.”
Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 4166 quoting 2749 07/02/20.
Alternatively, the independent charity – Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Missing ex-GMP detective found safe and well

A missing former police detective has been found safe and well .
Elizabeth Howe , 43 , was last seen @ @ @ @ @ Year period in Heaton Norris , Stockport , where she had been living .
Her @ @ @ @ @ Police , had issued an urgent appeal for help tracing her .
However this evening @ @ @ @ @ found safe and well .

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A missing former police detective has been found safe and well.
Elizabeth Howe, 43, was last seen over the Christmas and New Year period in Heaton Norris, Stockport, where she had been living.
Her former employers, Greater Manchester Police, had issued an urgent appeal for help tracing her.
However this evening GMP confirmed she had been found safe and well.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Manchester United Women demand change after 'amateur' decision

Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps believes poor officiating in the women 's game has been accepted for too long and everyone needs to be more vocal about it .
Casey Stoney 's side dropped two points against Reading in the Women 's Super League last weekend after a late penalty was awarded to the hosts for an incident which the referee deemed to be handball .
The ref pointed to the spot despite the ball clearly hitting United captain Katie Zelem on the head and there was outrage after the final whistle as it cost United the three points .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Earps , who was critical of Sunday 's decision , thinks teams need to be more vocal to inspire change .
`` It ’ s really disappointing that those decisions go against us , all season really .
But that one was such a huge one , that ’ s the difference between three points and one but it ’ s out of our control and no matter what we say the score will still be 1-1 , '' Earps told the MEN .
`` Hopefully , in time , pressure on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to come .
I think we have to be really open and honest about it and say 'this is not okay anymore ' and be more vocal about it .
Maybe we have accepted it for too long . ''
It is understood the same match evaluation scheme that is used in the Premier League is also used in the WSL which means the decision which went against United last weekend will have been reviewed by PGMOL .
The system is being used for the first time to give proper analysis in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ game can develop and the feeling is that while on the whole the belief is that standards are improving it is understood more work is being done in an attempt to improve the officiating going forward .
Stoney was also critical of the decision after the defeat .
`` I will keep harping on about referees until it ’ s improved because we ’ ve got a professional game and amateur referees , it doesn ’ t work , ” she said .
And the incident has again opened up the discussion over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We 've questioned the quality of officials , we have done for many a year , '' former England goalkeeper Rachel Brown-Finnis told The Women 's Football Show .
`` Apparently it 's been addressed but this incident highlights maybe the question needs to be raised again . ''

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Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps believes poor officiating in the women's game has been accepted for too long and everyone needs to be more vocal about it.
Casey Stoney's side dropped two points against Reading in the Women's Super League last weekend after a late penalty was awarded to the hosts for an incident which the referee deemed to be handball.
The ref pointed to the spot despite the ball clearly hitting United captain Katie Zelem on the head and there was outrage after the final whistle as it cost United the three points.
Similar incidents have happened in the past and Earps, who was critical of Sunday's decision, thinks teams need to be more vocal to inspire change.
"It’s really disappointing that those decisions go against us, all season really. But that one was such a huge one, that’s the difference between three points and one but it’s out of our control and no matter what we say the score will still be 1-1," Earps told the MEN.
"Hopefully, in time, pressure on that sort of thing will force change to come. I think we have to be really open and honest about it and say 'this is not okay anymore' and be more vocal about it. Maybe we have accepted it for too long."
It is understood the same match evaluation scheme that is used in the Premier League is also used in the WSL which means the decision which went against United last weekend will have been reviewed by PGMOL.
The system is being used for the first time to give proper analysis in the hope that referees in the women's game can develop and the feeling is that while on the whole the belief is that standards are improving it is understood more work is being done in an attempt to improve the officiating going forward.
Stoney was also critical of the decision after the defeat.
"I will keep harping on about referees until it’s improved because we’ve got a professional game and amateur referees, it doesn’t work,” she said.
And the incident has again opened up the discussion over the level of officiating in the game.
"We've questioned the quality of officials, we have done for many a year," former England goalkeeper Rachel Brown-Finnis told The Women's Football Show. "Apparently it's been addressed but this incident highlights maybe the question needs to be raised again."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--'It won’t be the same': Coronation Street fans react to Ken Barlow leaving the street

Coronation Street fans are reacting to the shock news that the Weatherfield legend Ken Barlow is leaving the cobbles .
Ken is moving out of number one and away from the street to start a new life at Still Waters Luxury retirement complex , with his partner Claudia Colby .
While fans are reassured that this is n't the last they 'll see of him , as the Weatherfield patriarch is not leaving the show , they insist the street will never be the same again .
Ken and Claudia are moving into a luxurious development , based in wider @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , book club and fencing lessons .
`` Surely Ken ’ s not leaving ?
!
If he is I hope that wasn ’ t his goodbye !
Have watched # corrie all my life since Minnie Caldwell & Ena Sharples .
It won ’ t be the same without Ken , '' said one fan on Twitter .
`` Okay now I know I 'm in an alternate universe , '' said another .
`` That 's like David Attenborough not doing nature programmes anymore !
!
! ''
exclaimed another .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Freda , who are already settled in to life at Still Waters , but viewers will miss the patriarchal character on the cobbles .
Former womaniser Ken has previously survived a stroke , pneumonia and being pushed down the stairs by his son Daniel .
Ken 's decision to leave Coronation Street marked the historical 10,000th episode of the world ’ s longest running soap .
Ken , played by William Roache , was in the very first episode in 1960 and William is officially the longest-serving actor in a TV soap @ @

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Coronation Street fans are reacting to the shock news that the Weatherfield legend Ken Barlow is leaving the cobbles.
Ken is moving out of number one and away from the street to start a new life at Still Waters Luxury retirement complex, with his partner Claudia Colby.
While fans are reassured that this isn't the last they'll see of him, as the Weatherfield patriarch is not leaving the show, they insist the street will never be the same again.
Ken and Claudia are moving into a luxurious development, based in wider Weatherfield, complete with a cocktail bar, book club and fencing lessons.
"Surely Ken’s not leaving?! If he is I hope that wasn’t his goodbye! Have watched #corrie all my life since Minnie Caldwell & Ena Sharples. It won’t be the same without Ken," said one fan on Twitter.
(Image: ITV)
"Okay now I know I'm in an alternate universe," said another.
"That's like David Attenborough not doing nature programmes anymore!!!" exclaimed another.
(Image: ITV)
Ken will be joining old friends Norris and Freda, who are already settled in to life at Still Waters, but viewers will miss the patriarchal character on the cobbles.
Former womaniser Ken has previously survived a stroke, pneumonia and being pushed down the stairs by his son Daniel.
Ken's decision to leave Coronation Street marked the historical 10,000th episode of the world’s longest running soap.
Ken, played by William Roache, was in the very first episode in 1960 and William is officially the longest-serving actor in a TV soap opera.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Ken Barlow's lovers on Coronation Street

Of all the Coronation Street characters Ken Barlow has arguably had the most chequered love life .
Weatherfield ladies ’ man Ken has dated numerous women and been married four times to three women .
He married Valerie Tatlock in 1962 , who was killed by an electric shock at home , Janet Reid in 1972 and Deirdre Hunt in 1981 and again in 2005 .
And the street patriarch has fathered four children Lawrence , Susan , Peter Barlow and Daniel , and not forgetting his adopted daughter Tracy Barlow .
Of all his relationships , his love for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her adultery with his enemy Mike Baldwin captivated the nation in 1983 .
Bookish and classical music-loving Ken then shocked viewers by having an affair with his colleague at the Weatherfield Recorder Wendy Crozier , which finally led to their divorce .
In 1994 he had a relationship with hairdresser Denise Osbourne who fathered their son Daniel .
Ken remained close friends with Deirdre and they were reunited in 1999 , encouraged by her mum Blanche .
But the former teacher and newspaper editor strayed again in 2009 with Martha Fraser played by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ canal barge .
He planned a life on the water with Martha but he returned to Deirdre and admitted his affair .
And she forgave him because of her own fling with corner shop boss Dev .
In return he later forgave her for kissing suave Lewis Archer played by Nigel Havers and they agreed to stick together .
She was expected home on her 60th birthday but instead her friend Bev Unwin showed up and broke the news to Ken , Tracy , and best friend Liz that Deirdre had passed away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a romantic relationship with glam hair stylist Claudia Colby , after insisting at first that they were just good friends .
Here is a list of Ken Barlow 's girlfriends and love interests since the first show in 1960 ... 1961 Marion Lund librarian ( she turned out to be engaged ) 1964 Pip Mistral exotic dancer ( she turned him down ) 1972 – 1973 Norma Ford shop assistant ( used her , he didn ’ t love her ) 1973 Elaine Perkins graduate ( fell for her , she didn ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( dated and then married twice )

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Of all the Coronation Street characters Ken Barlow has arguably had the most chequered love life.
Weatherfield ladies’ man Ken has dated numerous women and been married four times to three women.
He married Valerie Tatlock in 1962, who was killed by an electric shock at home, Janet Reid in 1972 and Deirdre Hunt in 1981 and again in 2005.
And the street patriarch has fathered four children Lawrence, Susan, Peter Barlow and Daniel, and not forgetting his adopted daughter Tracy Barlow.
Of all his relationships, his love for Deirdre has been the most enduring and her adultery with his enemy Mike Baldwin captivated the nation in 1983.
(Image: ITV)
Bookish and classical music-loving Ken then shocked viewers by having an affair with his colleague at the Weatherfield Recorder Wendy Crozier, which finally led to their divorce.
In 1994 he had a relationship with hairdresser Denise Osbourne who fathered their son Daniel.
Ken remained close friends with Deirdre and they were reunited in 1999, encouraged by her mum Blanche.
But the former teacher and newspaper editor strayed again in 2009 with Martha Fraser played by Stephanie Beacham, who lived on a canal barge. He planned a life on the water with Martha but he returned to Deirdre and admitted his affair.
And she forgave him because of her own fling with corner shop boss Dev.
In return he later forgave her for kissing suave Lewis Archer played by Nigel Havers and they agreed to stick together.
Tragically Deidre died in 2015.
She was expected home on her 60th birthday but instead her friend Bev Unwin showed up and broke the news to Ken, Tracy, and best friend Liz that Deirdre had passed away that morning.
In 2019 he formed a romantic relationship with glam hair stylist Claudia Colby, after insisting at first that they were just good friends.
(Image: ITV)
Here is a list of Ken Barlow's girlfriends and love interests since the first show in 1960...
1961 Marion Lund librarian (she turned out to be engaged)
1961 – 1971 Valerie Tatlock first wife (died, mother of son Peter)
1964 Pip Mistral exotic dancer (she turned him down)
1966 Jackie Marsh reporter (affair)
1971 Yvonne Chappell receptionist (turned down his proposal)
(Image: Granada Television)
1972 – 1973 Norma Ford shop assistant (used her, he didn’t love her)
1973 Elaine Perkins graduate (fell for her, she didn’t love him)
1973 Rita Littlewood (fling)
1973 – 1974 Janet Reid second wife (suicide)
1974 Gaynor Burton (got physical during a party)
1974 Peggy Barton unionist (resisted having an affair)
1976 Wendy Nightingale graduate (she was married)
(Image: ITV)
1978 Sally Robinson chiropodist (dated briefly)
1979 Deirdre Hunt (dated and then married twice)
1981 Sonia Price yoga instructor (one date)
1984 Sally Waterman secretary (passionate kiss but no affair)
1989 – 1990 Wendy Crozier secretary (affair)
1991 Alma Sedgewick café owner (relationship)
(Image: ITV)
1992 – 1993 Maggie Redman florist (mother of Mike’s son Mark)
1994 – 1996 Denise Osbourne stylist (mother of Ken’s son Daniel)
1997 Sue Jeffers headmistress (fling after a row with Deirdre)
2002 Anita Scott Historical Society chair (turned her down)
2009 Martha Fraser actress (affair)
2019 Claudia Colby hairdresser


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Ken Barlow's greatest moments on Coronation Street

Ken Barlow , played by William Roache , made his Coronation Street debut in the soap ’ s first episode on December 9 1960 .
As the soap celebrates its 10,000th landmark episode and its 60th anniversary , William , 87 , is the only remaining original character in the show .
Honoured by the Guinness World Records he 's officially the longest-serving actor in a TV soap opera .
Bookish and classical music-loving has survived a stroke and being pushed down the stairs , and of all his relationships his love for wife Deirdre was the most enduring .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ken , we take a look back at some of the character 's greatest moments .
Wife Deirdre 's adultery with his enemy Mike Baldwin captivated the nation in 1983 .
The couple had been married for just a year when Deirdre began an affair with smarmy Mike .
Controversy raged over whether she should pick Ken or Mike , and Deirdre decided her heart was with Ken .
The new was so big it was announced on the scoreboard during the Manchester United vs Arsenal match at Old Trafford , with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bookish and classical music-loving Ken then shocked viewers by having an affair with his colleague at the Weatherfield Recorder Wendy Crozier , which finally led to their divorce .
The marriage of Ken and Deirdre brought in almost twice as many viewers as the wedding of Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles in 2005 .
Over seven million people tuned in to the royal event .
By contrast almost 13 million viewers tuned in to ITV to watch the Coronation Street ceremony , which coincided with the royal nuptials .
Ken and Deirdre @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , nearly 24 years after their first marriage which coincided with Charles and Diana 's wedding .
The wedding reception is held at the Rovers Return , attended by Deirdre 's ex Ray Langton , and during a conversation with Deirdre 's mother Blanche he passed away in the pub .
Millions of fans tuned in in July 2015 to see how Ken coped with the loss of Deirdre .
She had been staying with her friend Bev Unwin following stress of her stepson Pete ’ s murder trial , and on her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ due to return to the street , Bev returned to the cobbles to tell the family that she had passed away .
Ken was devastated by the news , but in powerful scenes he realised that he had wasted his life shackled in a turbulent marriage to Deirdre .
Fearing that his son Daniel 's life could end up mirroring his own , he revealed his true feelings to Daniel 's then girlfriend Sinead Tinker .
What he didn ’ t know was that Deirdre ’ s daughter Tracy and granddaughter Amy were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he would be written out of Coronation Street when he learned Ken would be pushed down the stairs in 2017 , and his first question was “ are they trying to write me out ?
. ''
The entire Barlow clan were at the centre of a dramatic whodunnit when it was revealed that Ken did n't just fall down the stairs and he was pushed .
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Join our Coronation Street Fan Chat group on Facebook where you ’ ll also get updates , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ murder investigation when Ken was found collapsed in a heap at the bottom of his stars .
Thankfully he survived and the perpetrator turned out to be his own son Daniel Osbourne who felt shunned by his dad while growing up .
The previous year Ken collapsed in the hallway of number 1 during a row with his wanderlust son Peter who had returned home to Weatherfield out of the blue .
Actor William sought medical advice for the storyline to make sure the scenes were as accurate as possible .
And he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ having a stroke .
“ Somebody said I sounded like Marlon Brando , or does Marlon Brando sound like me ?
he said .
“ I don ’ t mind having something in common with Marlon Brando.
” Asked about his character ’ s recovery he said : “ A stroke can be severe but can be recovered from in days , weeks , months or not at all .
”

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Ken Barlow, played by William Roache, made his Coronation Street debut in the soap’s first episode on December 9 1960.
As the soap celebrates its 10,000th landmark episode and its 60th anniversary, William, 87, is the only remaining original character in the show.
Honoured by the Guinness World Records he's officially the longest-serving actor in a TV soap opera.
Bookish and classical music-loving has survived a stroke and being pushed down the stairs, and of all his relationships his love for wife Deirdre was the most enduring.
Here, to celebrate legend that is Ken, we take a look back at some of the character's greatest moments.
The Deirdre love triangle
Wife Deirdre's adultery with his enemy Mike Baldwin captivated the nation in 1983.
The couple had been married for just a year when Deirdre began an affair with smarmy Mike.
Controversy raged over whether she should pick Ken or Mike, and Deirdre decided her heart was with Ken.
The new was so big it was announced on the scoreboard during the Manchester United vs Arsenal match at Old Trafford, with the words 'Ken and Deirdre reunited.'
Bookish and classical music-loving Ken then shocked viewers by having an affair with his colleague at the Weatherfield Recorder Wendy Crozier, which finally led to their divorce.
Ken remarried Deirdre
(Image: ITV)
The marriage of Ken and Deirdre brought in almost twice as many viewers as the wedding of Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles in 2005.
Over seven million people tuned in to the royal event.
By contrast almost 13 million viewers tuned in to ITV to watch the Coronation Street ceremony, which coincided with the royal nuptials.
Ken and Deirdre tied the knot for the second time, nearly 24 years after their first marriage which coincided with Charles and Diana's wedding.
The wedding reception is held at the Rovers Return, attended by Deirdre's ex Ray Langton, and during a conversation with Deirdre's mother Blanche he passed away in the pub.
Deirdre's death
(Image: ITV Pictures)
Millions of fans tuned in in July 2015 to see how Ken coped with the loss of Deirdre.
She had been staying with her friend Bev Unwin following stress of her stepson Pete’s murder trial, and on her 60th birthday, when she had been due to return to the street, Bev returned to the cobbles to tell the family that she had passed away.
Ken was devastated by the news, but in powerful scenes he realised that he had wasted his life shackled in a turbulent marriage to Deirdre.
Fearing that his son Daniel's life could end up mirroring his own, he revealed his true feelings to Daniel's then girlfriend Sinead Tinker.
What he didn’t know was that Deirdre’s daughter Tracy and granddaughter Amy were listening at the door.
Ken left for dead
(Image: ITV)
William feared he would be written out of Coronation Street when he learned Ken would be pushed down the stairs in 2017, and his first question was “are they trying to write me out?."
The entire Barlow clan were at the centre of a dramatic whodunnit when it was revealed that Ken didn't just fall down the stairs and he was pushed.
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Police launched a murder investigation when Ken was found collapsed in a heap at the bottom of his stars.
Thankfully he survived and the perpetrator turned out to be his own son Daniel Osbourne who felt shunned by his dad while growing up.
Ken suffered a stroke
(Image: ITV)
The previous year Ken collapsed in the hallway of number 1 during a row with his wanderlust son Peter who had returned home to Weatherfield out of the blue.
Actor William sought medical advice for the storyline to make sure the scenes were as accurate as possible. And he worked out how Ken would speak after having a stroke.
“Somebody said I sounded like Marlon Brando, or does Marlon Brando sound like me? he said.
“I don’t mind having something in common with Marlon Brando.”
Asked about his character’s recovery he said: “A stroke can be severe but can be recovered from in days, weeks, months or not at all.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Ken Barlow leaves Coronation Street after 60 years as beloved soap marks 10,000th episode

Millions of Coronation Street fans were shocked tonight to see Weatherfield icon Ken Barlow make the heartbreaking decision to leave the cobbles for pastures new .
After much soul-searching Ken , played by William Roache , decided the time has come to leave number 1 Coronation Street , which has been his home for most of his life .
Just before the credits rolled on the historical 10,000th episode of the world ’ s longest running soap , the character who was in the very first episode in 1960 bid a fond farewell to his ‘ old friend ’ the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Colby .
But fans are reassured that this is n't the last they 'll see of him , as the Weatherfield patriarch is not leaving the show .
Ken will move out of number one and away from the street , but future episodes will follow Ken and Claudia 's new life at Still Waters Luxury retirement complex .
Back in Weatherfield his son Peter and adopted daughter Tracy will battle over who gets to move into the most famous house on the street .
In Monday night ’ s episodes Ken and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ family about their decision to sell up and live a quieter life at Still Waters .
Both Peter and Tracy want the house at a knockdown price and as Ken despairs over his warring family it confirms he is making the right decision to leave .
William Roache said : “ This is a big decision for Ken but in some ways he thinks it is now or never .
`` He has lived on the same street his whole life and in the same house for most of it .
`` He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ move away with Martha on the barge but he let her go .
Part of him regretted that .
`` He doesn ’ t want to make the same mistake again and Claudia is very persuasive . ''
He added : `` Filming that final scene of the episode was very poignant , just Ken and Eccles and the cobbles .
“ He breaks the news to the family next week and they are surprised but very soon Peter and Tracy start squabbling over who will be given first refusal on the house @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other fans ?
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`` We have already started filming at the retirement complex and I am really enjoying it , it always feels different when we film away from the street .
“ It seems fitting that Ken makes this decision in the 10,000th episode but it will be strange not filming in number 1 after all this time.
” Next month viewers will see him and Claudia move into the luxurious development @ @ @ @ @ @ @ club and fencing lessons .
Ken is delighted to discover that his old friends Norris and Freda are already settled in to life at Still Waters but when he crosses swords with fellow resident Charles , played by Michael Elwyn , it looks as though there may be just as much drama for Ken as there was on the cobbles .

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Millions of Coronation Street fans were shocked tonight to see Weatherfield icon Ken Barlow make the heartbreaking decision to leave the cobbles for pastures new.
After much soul-searching Ken, played by William Roache, decided the time has come to leave number 1 Coronation Street, which has been his home for most of his life.
Just before the credits rolled on the historical 10,000th episode of the world’s longest running soap, the character who was in the very first episode in 1960 bid a fond farewell to his ‘old friend’ the cobbles to move away with girlfriend Claudia Colby.
But fans are reassured that this isn't the last they'll see of him, as the Weatherfield patriarch is not leaving the show.
(Image: Granada)
Ken will move out of number one and away from the street, but future episodes will follow Ken and Claudia's new life at Still Waters Luxury retirement complex.
Back in Weatherfield his son Peter and adopted daughter Tracy will battle over who gets to move into the most famous house on the street.
In Monday night’s episodes Ken and Claudia will break the news to the family about their decision to sell up and live a quieter life at Still Waters.
(Image: ITV/Shutterstock)
Both Peter and Tracy want the house at a knockdown price and as Ken despairs over his warring family it confirms he is making the right decision to leave.
William Roache said: “This is a big decision for Ken but in some ways he thinks it is now or never.
(Image: Dave Thompson/PA Wire)
"He has lived on the same street his whole life and in the same house for most of it.
"He feels that he had a chance to move away with Martha on the barge but he let her go. Part of him regretted that.
"He doesn’t want to make the same mistake again and Claudia is very persuasive."
(Image: ITV)
He added: "Filming that final scene of the episode was very poignant, just Ken and Eccles and the cobbles.
“He breaks the news to the family next week and they are surprised but very soon Peter and Tracy start squabbling over who will be given first refusal on the house.
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"We have already started filming at the retirement complex and I am really enjoying it, it always feels different when we film away from the street.
“It seems fitting that Ken makes this decision in the 10,000th episode but it will be strange not filming in number 1 after all this time.”
Next month viewers will see him and Claudia move into the luxurious development complete with a cocktail bar, book club and fencing lessons.
Ken is delighted to discover that his old friends Norris and Freda are already settled in to life at Still Waters but when he crosses swords with fellow resident Charles, played by Michael Elwyn, it looks as though there may be just as much drama for Ken as there was on the cobbles.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Eagle-eyed Corrie fans spot something very special about the opening scene of the 10,000th episode

Coronation Street is celebrating 10,000 episodes and viewers noticed something very special about the opening scene of the hour-long special .
Eagle-eyed fans realised that Friday night 's show opened in the same way that the very first episode did back on December 9 1960 .
The world 's longest-running soap started with two little girls playing a ball game and singing - and the 10,000th episode replicated the scene with Hope Stape and Ruby Dobbs .
`` Nice one Corrie - starting the 10,000th episode with children playing a ball game outside - and was it the same chant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' asked one fan .
`` LOVED the little nod to the first episode in the opening scene , '' said another .
`` Corrie .
Clever .
Copying the opening scene of the first Corrie , '' commented another viewer .
Show bosses tweeted : `` The opening scene from tonight 's landmark 10,000th episode has more than a little in common with our very first ! ''
Residents of Coronation Street are taking a trip down memory lane as they head for Blackpool on a special mission to scatter Dennis Tanner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ received a note requesting she scatter them in the seaside resort .
Taking in the news of Dennis ’ s death she confided in Ken who agrees to go with her , and her friend Jenny Connor decided to make a day trip out of it .

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Coronation Street is celebrating 10,000 episodes and viewers noticed something very special about the opening scene of the hour-long special.
Eagle-eyed fans realised that Friday night's show opened in the same way that the very first episode did back on December 9 1960.
The world's longest-running soap started with two little girls playing a ball game and singing - and the 10,000th episode replicated the scene with Hope Stape and Ruby Dobbs.
"Nice one Corrie - starting the 10,000th episode with children playing a ball game outside - and was it the same chant as in the first episode?!" asked one fan.
"LOVED the little nod to the first episode in the opening scene," said another.
"Corrie. Clever. Copying the opening scene of the first Corrie," commented another viewer.
"Cool opening. Identical to 1960," tweeted another fan.
(Image: ITV)
Show bosses tweeted: "The opening scene from tonight's landmark 10,000th episode has more than a little in common with our very first!"
Residents of Coronation Street are taking a trip down memory lane as they head for Blackpool on a special mission to scatter Dennis Tanner's ashes.
His ex wife Rita received a note requesting she scatter them in the seaside resort.
Taking in the news of Dennis’s death she confided in Ken who agrees to go with her, and her friend Jenny Connor decided to make a day trip out of it.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--EuroMillions results and draw LIVE: Winning numbers for Friday February 7 Super Jackpot

EuroMillions ticket holders have the chance of winning a life-changing amount of money tonight as Friday 's draw sees a Super Jackpot up for grabs .
The jackpot for tonight 's Euromillions draw stands at £110million .
That 's an eye-watering amount of money - and it could be yours if you manage to match all seven numbers on your ticket .
If one person does manage to match all seven numbers tonight it would it move them into eighth spot of the top 10 biggest UK lottery winners ever .
But if that is n't you , there is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smaller cash prizes .
All ticket holders are also automatically entered into the Millionaire Maker raffle .
We 'll be bringing you the winning numbers as they 're announced .
We 'll also have the winning Millionaire Maker codes , as well as the Thunderball numbers , right here .
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EuroMillions ticket holders have the chance of winning a life-changing amount of money tonight as Friday's draw sees a Super Jackpot up for grabs.
The jackpot for tonight's Euromillions draw stands at £110million.
That's an eye-watering amount of money - and it could be yours if you manage to match all seven numbers on your ticket.
If one person does manage to match all seven numbers tonight it would it move them into eighth spot of the top 10 biggest UK lottery winners ever.
But if that isn't you, there is still a chance to win lots of smaller cash prizes.
All ticket holders are also automatically entered into the Millionaire Maker raffle.
We'll be bringing you the winning numbers as they're announced.
We'll also have the winning Millionaire Maker codes, as well as the Thunderball numbers, right here.
Get breaking news first on the free Manchester Evening News app - download it here for your Apple or Android device. You can also get a round-up of the biggest stories sent direct to your inbox every day with the MEN email newsletter - subscribe here . And you can follow us on Facebook here


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--FIFA 20 Winter Refresh predictions - Manchester United possible winter upgrades

One of the biggest FUT events of the season , the Winter Refresh promo , is expected to arrive in a few weeks ' time , after the Future Stars promo officially comes to an end next Friday .
The Winter Refresh promo sees EA SPORTS review players ' ratings in the Ultimate Team game mode and dish out upgrades depending on the players ' real-life form .
For Manchester United , the Winter Refresh could be a good promo , with a number of United players deserving ratings boosts based on their form .
There are no downgrades in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who have performed badly wo n't be affected in this promo , as they only dish out upgrades .
So , which Manchester United players could get winter upgrades in the FUT 20 Winter Refresh ?
Check out our predictions below .
Before his recent injury , Rashford was in sensational form for United , scoring 14 goals in 22 Premier League appearances .
Judging by his real-life form , the England striker could be in line for a nice winter upgrade on FUT 20 .
Wan-Bissaka has made the United right-back spot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impressive defensive capabilities and willingness to get into attacking positions .
The English full-back 's current FUT 20 rating is too low for a player of his ability , who should get a boost in the winter refresh .
Daniel James should get a big upgrade in the winter refresh , as his current 72 rating on FUT 20 is not representative of the Welsh winger 's ability on the pitch .
Expect either a plus five or plus six upgrade , similar to Jadon Sancho 's last year .
Before the Scot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ name on the teamsheet under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer , holding down a midfield spot and forming good partnerships with whoever he played with .
Expect his rating be close to the 80 's in the winter refresh .
But , as McTominay is the Pro Evolution Soccer cover star , he might be snubbed .
Greenwood has been a revelation for United this season , showing his incredible potential and ability to score with both feet .
The youngster has already been given a 90-rated Future Stars promo card , but we think @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
When will the FUT 20 Winter Refresh start ?
In FUT 19 , the Winter refresh began on Friday February 15th 2019 , so we expect the FUT 20 Winter Refresh to begin on Friday February 14th 2020 .
How will player ratings change in the FUT 20 Winter Refresh ?
EA SPORTS released a series of FAQ 's on their website last year , which clearly state the Winter Refresh effects .
• Upgrades apply to new basic ( not in-form ) player items found in packs .
Non-IF players in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• If an upgraded player ’ s new OVR rating equals or surpasses his existing first in-form ’ s rating , his IFs will get an upgrade : • An exception is made for lower-rated player items with significant upgrades .
• This does not apply to Ultimate Scream items .
• If an upgraded player ’ s new OVR rating does not equal or surpass his existing in-form ’ s rating , his IFs will not get an upgrade .
• Ratings Refresh will not include any downgrades Do you agree @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Team Winter Refresh predictions ?

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One of the biggest FUT events of the season, the Winter Refresh promo, is expected to arrive in a few weeks' time, after the Future Stars promo officially comes to an end next Friday.
The Winter Refresh promo sees EA SPORTS review players' ratings in the Ultimate Team game mode and dish out upgrades depending on the players' real-life form. For Manchester United, the Winter Refresh could be a good promo, with a number of United players deserving ratings boosts based on their form.
There are no downgrades in the Winter Refresh however, so players who have performed badly won't be affected in this promo, as they only dish out upgrades.
So, which Manchester United players could get winter upgrades in the FUT 20 Winter Refresh? Check out our predictions below.
FUT 20 Winter Refresh - Manchester United rating predictions
Marcus Rashford
(Image: EA SPORTS FIFA)
Before his recent injury, Rashford was in sensational form for United, scoring 14 goals in 22 Premier League appearances. Judging by his real-life form, the England striker could be in line for a nice winter upgrade on FUT 20.
Current FUT rating: 83
Predicted FUT Winter Refresh rating: 85
Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Wan-Bissaka has made the United right-back spot his own this season, showcasing his impressive defensive capabilities and willingness to get into attacking positions. The English full-back's current FUT 20 rating is too low for a player of his ability, who should get a boost in the winter refresh.
Current FUT rating: 79
Predicted FUT Winter Refresh rating: 81
Daniel James
(Image: EA SPORTS FIFA)
Daniel James should get a big upgrade in the winter refresh, as his current 72 rating on FUT 20 is not representative of the Welsh winger's ability on the pitch. Expect either a plus five or plus six upgrade, similar to Jadon Sancho's last year.
Current FUT rating: 72
Predicted FUT Winter Refresh rating: 78
Scott McTominay
Before the Scot got injured, McTominay was the first name on the teamsheet under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, holding down a midfield spot and forming good partnerships with whoever he played with. Expect his rating be close to the 80's in the winter refresh. But, as McTominay is the Pro Evolution Soccer cover star, he might be snubbed.
Current FUT rating: 77
Predicted FUT Winter Refresh rating: 79
Mason Greenwood
Greenwood has been a revelation for United this season, showing his incredible potential and ability to score with both feet. The youngster has already been given a 90-rated Future Stars promo card, but we think his normal rating should also be upgraded.
Current FUT rating: 67
Predicted FUT Winter Refresh rating: 73
When will the FUT 20 Winter Refresh start?
In FUT 19, the Winter refresh began on Friday February 15th 2019, so we expect the FUT 20 Winter Refresh to begin on Friday February 14th 2020.
How will player ratings change in the FUT 20 Winter Refresh?
EA SPORTS released a series of FAQ's on their website last year, which clearly state the Winter Refresh effects.
Upgrades apply to new basic (not in-form) player items found in packs. Non-IF players in your Club will not receive an upgrade.
If an upgraded player’s new OVR rating equals or surpasses his existing first in-form’s rating, his IFs will get an upgrade :
his existing first in-form’s rating, : An exception is made for lower-rated player items with significant upgrades.
This does not apply to Ultimate Scream items.
If an upgraded player’s new OVR rating does not equal or surpass his existing in-form’s rating, his IFs will not get an upgrade .
. Ratings Refresh will not include any downgrades
Do you agree with our Manchester United FIFA 20 Ultimate Team Winter Refresh predictions?


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Manchester United make transfer decision on Lautaro Martinez and more rumours

Manchester United have decided against making a move for Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez in the summer , according to reports .
United are currently lacking in options up front after selling Romelu Lukaku and loaning Alexis Sanchez to Inter last year .
An injury to top scorer Marcus Rashford has further compounded the issue and reinforcements were sought in January .
United opted against signing teenage sensation Erling Braut Haaland after being put off by his agents ' demands of a buy-out clause and percentage of future sales , instead signing Odion Ighalo on loan until the end of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will aim to bring a new striker to the club when the transfer window reopens and , while many names have been linked , Inter 's Martinez , who has netted 16 goals in 27 appearances this season , has been one of the most prominent .
However , according to The Times , United have decided against pursuing Martinez due to the lofty price Inter have put on his head .
It 's reported that Inter have informed suitors that they will not accept any less than the £94million release clause that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first two weeks of the transfer window .
City and Real Madrid have also reportedly scouted the 22-year-old but it 's claimed that Barcelona are his most likely destination .
Meanwhile , United are set to ask Roma for a minimum of £15million for Chris Smalling , according to Gazzetta dello Sport , Smalling , 30 , has proven popular in the Italian capital , making 22 appearances this season for Roma , to prompt speculation that he could remain in Serie A .

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Manchester United have decided against making a move for Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez in the summer, according to reports.
United are currently lacking in options up front after selling Romelu Lukaku and loaning Alexis Sanchez to Inter last year. An injury to top scorer Marcus Rashford has further compounded the issue and reinforcements were sought in January.
United opted against signing teenage sensation Erling Braut Haaland after being put off by his agents' demands of a buy-out clause and percentage of future sales, instead signing Odion Ighalo on loan until the end of the season.
It's expected United will aim to bring a new striker to the club when the transfer window reopens and, while many names have been linked, Inter's Martinez, who has netted 16 goals in 27 appearances this season, has been one of the most prominent.
However, according to The Times, United have decided against pursuing Martinez due to the lofty price Inter have put on his head.
It's reported that Inter have informed suitors that they will not accept any less than the £94million release clause that is active in Martinez's contract for the first two weeks of the transfer window.
City and Real Madrid have also reportedly scouted the 22-year-old but it's claimed that Barcelona are his most likely destination.
Meanwhile, United are set to ask Roma for a minimum of £15million for Chris Smalling, according to Gazzetta dello Sport,
Smalling, 30, has proven popular in the Italian capital, making 22 appearances this season for Roma, to prompt speculation that he could remain in Serie A.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-07--Death of original character upsets Coronation Street fans

Corrie fans have been saddened by the shock death of one of the soap 's original characters .
Coronation Street viewers tuned in to watch the 10,000th episode of the long-running soap which is also celebrating its 60th anniversary today .
They were upset to learn that one of the first characters to appear in the Weatherfield soap had passed away .
Rita Tanner was stunned to receive an urn and instructions that her ex husband Dennis had died and wanted his ashes scattering in Blackpool .
`` This loveable rogue first appeared in Corrie ’ s second ever scene @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had the chance to see him in action in his heyday , you ’ ve missed out .
`` Sorry to see him go , but rightly deserving of a big part in ep 10,000 . ''
`` Loved him then , still love him now , said a viewer.
`` `` But how could you kill off our Dennis ?
? ''
asked another .
Bad boy Dennis , played by Philip Lowrie , was introduced in the very first episode on December 9 1960 .
He returned in 2011 , 43 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ finding love with Rita he left her heartbroken when he started a new life with Gloria Price in 2014 .

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Corrie fans have been saddened by the shock death of one of the soap's original characters.
Coronation Street viewers tuned in to watch the 10,000th episode of the long-running soap which is also celebrating its 60th anniversary today.
They were upset to learn that one of the first characters to appear in the Weatherfield soap had passed away.
Rita Tanner was stunned to receive an urn and instructions that her ex husband Dennis had died and wanted his ashes scattering in Blackpool.
"RIP Dennis Tanner," said the Conversation Street podcast.
(Image: ITV)
"@itvcorrie’s original’s leading man.
"This loveable rogue first appeared in Corrie’s second ever scene, and if you’ve not had the chance to see him in action in his heyday, you’ve missed out.
"Sorry to see him go, but rightly deserving of a big part in ep 10,000."
"Loved him then, still love him now, said a viewer. "
(Image: ITV)
"But how could you kill off our Dennis??" asked another.
Bad boy Dennis, played by Philip Lowrie, was introduced in the very first episode on December 9 1960.
He returned in 2011, 43 years after his last appearance.
After finding love with Rita he left her heartbroken when he started a new life with Gloria Price in 2014.