themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--CityLife interview - Keeley Forsyth

CityLife interview - Keeley Forsyth

Keeley Forsyth has always followed her own singular path .
As a teenager growing up in Manchester during the mid-90s , Oldham-born Forsyth did n't , like most of her peers , get swept up in the inexorable cultural movements of Britpop or dance music .
Instead , Forsyth – who was raised in the Royton area - was getting her musical kicks through more refined channels .
`` A lot of the Manchester scene , all the stuff in the 90s , it passed me by , '' Forsyth , now 40 , reflects on her teenage years .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ more into black and white musicals and opera .
I was fascinated by singers like Edith Piaf – singers whose voices had such force and power .
I was drawn to music with real drama and stories behind it . ''
Forsyth 's love for storytelling did , of course , lead to her eventual full-time profession .
For those who do n't recognise her face from the accompanying photograph , Keeley Forsyth is the established film and TV actress who has appeared in everything from Happy Valley and Waterloo Road to The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Since she first started acting professionally at the age of 16 ( in the BBC kids ' drama The Biz ) , Forsyth has carved out a long and impressive CV playing enigmatic , often emotionally scarred characters .
It 's only now , however , at the start of a new decade , that Keeley Forsyth has managed to connect her passion for visceral drama with the music that sound-tracked her teenage years .
At the age of 40 , she 's just released her debut solo LP , Debris , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
With echoes of Scott Walker , Beth Gibbons and Aldous Harding , the album has already – and quite deservedly – been hailed by several critics as a potential best album of 2020 .
Not bad for someone who , after 25 years in the acting business , has only just decided to enter the musical arena .
`` I 'm loving the experience , '' she beams .
`` But the musical side of me , I think , was always there .
Making this record , performing it live , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comfortable place for me ; I do n't get overwhelmed by it , exploring this new world .
Making music , expressing myself in this way , I think it 's always been inside me .
It 's just been lying dormant , waiting for the right time to come out . ''
As she alludes , Keeley Forsyth 's emergence as a musician has been a long time in coming .
Her acting career , she explains , was something she just `` fell into '' after she became involved in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of eight .
`` It was the feeling of letting go , '' she says , `` that ’ s what drew me to acting at first .
I really enjoyed the feeling of letting your personality go and being someone else.
” '' Over the next two decades , Forsyth went on to inhabit a number of different personalities in her acting career – but , as she mentioned earlier , there was always a musical itch that needed to be scratched .
That moment eventually came in 2017 – though the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who was feeling physically and mentally exhausted from her work commitments , became seriously ill around three years ago .
At one point , she recalls , she was so crippled by illness that she could n't move her tongue for a whole month .
It was a frightening , turbulent period – and one which inspired much of her debut LP , Debris .
After nursing herself back to health , she started working on a fresh batch of songs , collaborating with the pianist/composer Matthew Bourne and producer Sam Hobbs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Friday , showcase Forsyth 's distinctive vocals , ethereal melodies and lyrics which reflect upon the trauma of the past few years .
`` I was careful not to glorify what happened , '' she says .
`` But at the same time , it 's important not to cut ourselves off from our memories .
I 'll never push away the things that have happened to me .
The intensity of those experiences ; they ’ ' e always part of me . ''
Although she 's been based in Yorkshire , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – living with her two young daughters - there are clear , discernible traces of Forsyth 's Oldham upbringing in her music .
`` I was thinking of the Moors a lot when making the record , '' she explains .
`` There 's a real sense of landscape throughout ; you can feel the air and the soil in certain songs .
I wanted it to feel like a real multi-sensory record . ''
Forsyth , as you may have gathered , has been hugely energised by the experience of writing her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ already been planning songs for a second LP , whilst her debut live performances – as we 'll witness at Manchester venue YES next week – will deliver an experience , she promises , that ’ s `` really primal and intuitive . ''
Keeley Forsyth has clearly taken on the biggest , most defining role of her career – and , we 're glad to report , there should be plenty more sequels in the pipeline .
`` I feel like anything 's possible , '' she enthuses .
`` With Debris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this space , this vessel , where I can explore voices and characters .
It 's such a natural way of communicating for me .
I 'm excited to explore it further – take it as far as it can go . ''
Keeley Forsyth plays YES on Tuesday , January 28 .
The album Debris is out now via the Leaf Label .

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Keeley Forsyth has always followed her own singular path. As a teenager growing up in Manchester during the mid-90s, Oldham-born Forsyth didn't, like most of her peers, get swept up in the inexorable cultural movements of Britpop or dance music. Instead, Forsyth – who was raised in the Royton area - was getting her musical kicks through more refined channels.
"A lot of the Manchester scene, all the stuff in the 90s, it passed me by," Forsyth, now 40, reflects on her teenage years. "At that time, I was more into black and white musicals and opera. I was fascinated by singers like Edith Piaf – singers whose voices had such force and power. I was drawn to music with real drama and stories behind it."
Forsyth's love for storytelling did, of course, lead to her eventual full-time profession. For those who don't recognise her face from the accompanying photograph, Keeley Forsyth is the established film and TV actress who has appeared in everything from Happy Valley and Waterloo Road to The Casual Vacancy and Guardians of the Galaxy.
Since she first started acting professionally at the age of 16 (in the BBC kids' drama The Biz), Forsyth has carved out a long and impressive CV playing enigmatic, often emotionally scarred characters.
It's only now, however, at the start of a new decade, that Keeley Forsyth has managed to connect her passion for visceral drama with the music that sound-tracked her teenage years.
At the age of 40, she's just released her debut solo LP, Debris, a breathtakingly beautiful album of avant-garde experimentalism. With echoes of Scott Walker, Beth Gibbons and Aldous Harding, the album has already – and quite deservedly – been hailed by several critics as a potential best album of 2020.
Not bad for someone who, after 25 years in the acting business, has only just decided to enter the musical arena.
"I'm loving the experience," she beams. "But the musical side of me, I think, was always there. Making this record, performing it live, it feels like a very secure, comfortable place for me; I don't get overwhelmed by it, exploring this new world. Making music, expressing myself in this way, I think it's always been inside me. It's just been lying dormant, waiting for the right time to come out."
As she alludes, Keeley Forsyth's emergence as a musician has been a long time in coming. Her acting career, she explains, was something she just "fell into" after she became involved in the venerable Oldham Theatre Workshop at the age of eight.
"It was the feeling of letting go," she says, "that’s what drew me to acting at first. I really enjoyed the feeling of letting your personality go and being someone else.”"
Over the next two decades, Forsyth went on to inhabit a number of different personalities in her acting career – but, as she mentioned earlier, there was always a musical itch that needed to be scratched.
That moment eventually came in 2017 – though the circumstances were far from ideal. Forsyth, who was feeling physically and mentally exhausted from her work commitments, became seriously ill around three years ago. At one point, she recalls, she was so crippled by illness that she couldn't move her tongue for a whole month.
It was a frightening, turbulent period – and one which inspired much of her debut LP, Debris. After nursing herself back to health, she started working on a fresh batch of songs, collaborating with the pianist/composer Matthew Bourne and producer Sam Hobbs. The stunning results, released last Friday, showcase Forsyth's distinctive vocals, ethereal melodies and lyrics which reflect upon the trauma of the past few years.
"I was careful not to glorify what happened," she says. "But at the same time, it's important not to cut ourselves off from our memories. I'll never push away the things that have happened to me. The intensity of those experiences; they’'e always part of me."
Although she's been based in Yorkshire, Harrogate, for the past four years – living with her two young daughters - there are clear, discernible traces of Forsyth's Oldham upbringing in her music.
"I was thinking of the Moors a lot when making the record," she explains. "There's a real sense of landscape throughout; you can feel the air and the soil in certain songs. I wanted it to feel like a real multi-sensory record."
Forsyth, as you may have gathered, has been hugely energised by the experience of writing her first album. Indeed, she's already been planning songs for a second LP, whilst her debut live performances – as we'll witness at Manchester venue YES next week – will deliver an experience, she promises, that’s "really primal and intuitive."
Keeley Forsyth has clearly taken on the biggest, most defining role of her career – and, we're glad to report, there should be plenty more sequels in the pipeline.
"I feel like anything's possible," she enthuses. "With Debris, I feel like I've found this space, this vessel, where I can explore voices and characters. It's such a natural way of communicating for me. I'm excited to explore it further – take it as far as it can go."
Keeley Forsyth plays YES on Tuesday, January 28. The album Debris is out now via the Leaf Label.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Manchester United youngster George Tanner joins Class of 92 owned Salford City on loan

Manchester United have confirmed that youngster George Tanner has been recalled from his loan spell at Morecambe and will now link up with Salford City .
MEN Sport reported yesterday that United were set to recall Tanner , the 20-year-old full-back who played 20 times for Morecambe since joining on loan in the summer .
But he 's now destined for a different League Two club , the one owned by the famed United 'Class of 92 ' : Gary Neville , Nicky Butt , David Beckham , Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes plus fellow youth graduate Phil Neville .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the end of the season .
Blackpool-born Tanner had impressed with the Shrimpers this term for a team in a League Two relegation scrap .
It 's his first campaign of regular league football after starring in United 's youth sides .
His move follows Ethan Hamilton 's switch from previous loan club Southend to Bolton , after being recalled by United .
The Reds have also brought Aidan Barlow and Cameron Borthwick-Jackson back to the club this month from their loans with Tromso and Tranmere Rovers respectively .
MEN Sport understands that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hamilton in heading back out on loan for the rest of the season .
Butt , United 's head of first team development , has spoken regularly about the club 's loan policy in recent months .
United are keen not to send out too many players out on loan and hence many others like Di'Shon Bernard and Largie Ramazani have remained in the club 's youth setup .

Manchester United have confirmed that youngster George Tanner has been recalled from his loan spell at Morecambe and will now link up with Salford City.
MEN Sport reported yesterday that United were set to recall Tanner, the 20-year-old full-back who played 20 times for Morecambe since joining on loan in the summer.
But he's now destined for a different League Two club, the one owned by the famed United 'Class of 92': Gary Neville, Nicky Butt, David Beckham, Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes plus fellow youth graduate Phil Neville. Tanner will remain with the Ammies until the end of the season.
Blackpool-born Tanner had impressed with the Shrimpers this term for a team in a League Two relegation scrap. It's his first campaign of regular league football after starring in United's youth sides.
His move follows Ethan Hamilton's switch from previous loan club Southend to Bolton, after being recalled by United.
The Reds have also brought Aidan Barlow and Cameron Borthwick-Jackson back to the club this month from their loans with Tromso and Tranmere Rovers respectively.
MEN Sport understands that the two youngsters could join Tanner and Hamilton in heading back out on loan for the rest of the season.
Butt, United's head of first team development, has spoken regularly about the club's loan policy in recent months. United are keen not to send out too many players out on loan and hence many others like Di'Shon Bernard and Largie Ramazani have remained in the club's youth setup.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Man charged following robbery at betting shop in Bolton

A man has been charged following an armed robbery at a betting shop in Bolton .
Daniel Richard Kirkman , @ @ @ @ @ , Bolton , was due to appear at Bolton Magistrates ' Court on Friday .
@ @ @ @ @ custody .
Officers were called to Betfred on Halliwell Road at around 11.40am on Thursday @ @ @ @ @ reports of an armed robbery .
Daniel Richard Kirkman , 29 , from Sefton Court @ @ @ @ @ charged with robbery and remanded .

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A man has been charged following an armed robbery at a betting shop in Bolton.
Daniel Richard Kirkman, 29, of Sefton Court, Bolton, was due to appear at Bolton Magistrates' Court on Friday.
He will appear from police custody.
Officers were called to Betfred on Halliwell Road at around 11.40am on Thursday (January 23) to reports of an armed robbery.
Daniel Richard Kirkman, 29, from Sefton Court, Bolton, has been charged with robbery and remanded.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Dean Henderson stance on Manchester United future

Dean Henderson has no intention of returning to Manchester United next season just to compete for the number one goalkeeping spot with David de Gea .
The MEN understands Henderson , 22 , is only interested in remaining at United next term if he is appointed their first-choice goalkeeper ahead of De Gea and Sergio Romero , as he wants to play regular first-team football .
Henderson only wanted to stay with United this season if he was assured of the number one berth .
De Gea , 29 , has struggled to arrest his poor form over the last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until 2023 in September .
Romero , 32 , is contracted to United until 2021 and the club has the option of an additional year on both deals .
Henderson is believed to be open to a fourth successive campaign on loan and is midway through his second seasonal spell with Sheffield United .
Blades manager Chris Wilder has ruled out a permanent move for Henderson in the summer but would be delighted to retain him for a third season running on loan .
`` It won ’ t be on a permanent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said .
`` His future is at Manchester United , no doubt .
If the opportunity came about that figure would be huge .
`` If the opportunity comes about that we could get him back on loan next season we ’ d be all over that . ''
The prospect of Sheffield United keeping Henderson could appeal to United , since De Gea 's extension means he is effectively unattainable in the summer - if any clubs were to be interested - and Romero has 18 months left on his contract .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2021 - when he would be 24 - could be more manageable .
The MEN revealed in the summer United 's preference was to secure Henderson on an improved deal before allowing him to spend the 2019-20 season with Sheffield United so he could experience regular Premier League football .
Henderson signed a new contract with United until 2022 in July and the club has the option to extend it by a year .
Although the United academy graduate has never played for the club or attained a senior England cap , Henderson @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pushing to displace Jordan Pickford in Gareth Southgate 's XI for the European Championship .
Southgate promoted Henderson to the senior squad earlier this season and Henderson has kept the joint-most clean sheets in the Premier League so far this term .
Only Liverpool have conceded fewer goals than Sheffield United .
Henderson held talks with Southgate last season and his elevation to the senior England squad was only delayed in order to allow him to focus on the Under-21 European Championship in the summer .
Southgate is understood to have reservations about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Henderson is in an auspicious position to oust the erratic Everton 'keeper .
Jack Butland is still attached to Championship side Stoke and not made an England squad all season , while Aston Villa number one Tom Heaton is out for the rest of the campaign .
Henderson , Pickford and Nick Pope of Burnley are likely to be Southgate 's three 'keepers for the Euros .
Henderson has gradually developed since he joined non-league Stockport on loan aged 18 in 2016 .
He spent half a season at League Two Grimsby in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to League One Shrewsbury for 2017-18 .
Henderson was named in the League One Team of the Year and started in the Shrews 's EFL Trophy and Play-off final defeats at Wembley .
Louis van Gaal named Henderson on the United bench for the FA Cup fifth round tie at Shrewsbury in 2016 and Jose Mourinho selected him in the matchday squad at the same stage against Blackburn in 2017 .

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Dean Henderson has no intention of returning to Manchester United next season just to compete for the number one goalkeeping spot with David de Gea.
The MEN understands Henderson, 22, is only interested in remaining at United next term if he is appointed their first-choice goalkeeper ahead of De Gea and Sergio Romero, as he wants to play regular first-team football. Henderson only wanted to stay with United this season if he was assured of the number one berth.
De Gea, 29, has struggled to arrest his poor form over the last year but signed a new £300,000-a-week contract until 2023 in September. Romero, 32, is contracted to United until 2021 and the club has the option of an additional year on both deals.
Henderson is believed to be open to a fourth successive campaign on loan and is midway through his second seasonal spell with Sheffield United. Blades manager Chris Wilder has ruled out a permanent move for Henderson in the summer but would be delighted to retain him for a third season running on loan.
"It won’t be on a permanent basis, definitely not," Wilder said. "His future is at Manchester United, no doubt. If the opportunity came about that figure would be huge.
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"If the opportunity comes about that we could get him back on loan next season we’d be all over that."
The prospect of Sheffield United keeping Henderson could appeal to United, since De Gea's extension means he is effectively unattainable in the summer - if any clubs were to be interested - and Romero has 18 months left on his contract. Integrating Henderson into the first-team fold in 2021 - when he would be 24 - could be more manageable.
The MEN revealed in the summer United's preference was to secure Henderson on an improved deal before allowing him to spend the 2019-20 season with Sheffield United so he could experience regular Premier League football. Henderson signed a new contract with United until 2022 in July and the club has the option to extend it by a year.
Although the United academy graduate has never played for the club or attained a senior England cap, Henderson's value is rocketing and he is pushing to displace Jordan Pickford in Gareth Southgate's XI for the European Championship.
Southgate promoted Henderson to the senior squad earlier this season and Henderson has kept the joint-most clean sheets in the Premier League so far this term. Only Liverpool have conceded fewer goals than Sheffield United.
Henderson held talks with Southgate last season and his elevation to the senior England squad was only delayed in order to allow him to focus on the Under-21 European Championship in the summer. Southgate is understood to have reservations about incumbent number one Pickford's focus and Henderson is in an auspicious position to oust the erratic Everton 'keeper.
Jack Butland is still attached to Championship side Stoke and not made an England squad all season, while Aston Villa number one Tom Heaton is out for the rest of the campaign. Henderson, Pickford and Nick Pope of Burnley are likely to be Southgate's three 'keepers for the Euros.
Henderson has gradually developed since he joined non-league Stockport on loan aged 18 in 2016. He spent half a season at League Two Grimsby in 2016-17 before sealing a season-long loan move to League One Shrewsbury for 2017-18. Henderson was named in the League One Team of the Year and started in the Shrews's EFL Trophy and Play-off final defeats at Wembley.
Louis van Gaal named Henderson on the United bench for the FA Cup fifth round tie at Shrewsbury in 2016 and Jose Mourinho selected him in the matchday squad at the same stage against Blackburn in 2017.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Aldi shopper reveals how she feeds a family of four for £3.60 a day

With January still not over , people up and down the UK are struggling to make ends meet before payday .
That said , many shoppers are looking for clever ways to save on their weekly food shop without having to forfeit taste and nutrition .
But waiting for payday to arrive does n't necessarily mean living on a diet of beans and microwave noodles , as one money-savvy mum has proven , the Mirror reports .
In a bid to prove how easy it is to feed your family on a budget that wo n't break the bank , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feed her entire family for £3.60 a day - or £25 a week .
This is less than the national average family weekly food shop which comes in at £60.60 , according to figures .
Natalie Lee has now shared the results of her challenge , and the meals she managed to prepare on just £25 may surprise you .
She explained : `` My family and I had a really special Christmas but this inevitably meant that I spent more than I should have .
`` I accepted the challenge because I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ push myself to cook on a tight budget . ''
Natalie has also shared exactly what she puts straight in her basket on a weekly budget of £25 - all of which you can buy at Aldi .

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With January still not over, people up and down the UK are struggling to make ends meet before payday.
That said, many shoppers are looking for clever ways to save on their weekly food shop without having to forfeit taste and nutrition.
But waiting for payday to arrive doesn't necessarily mean living on a diet of beans and microwave noodles, as one money-savvy mum has proven, the Mirror reports.
In a bid to prove how easy it is to feed your family on a budget that won't break the bank, one mum-of-four took on a challenge to feed her entire family for £3.60 a day - or £25 a week.
This is less than the national average family weekly food shop which comes in at £60.60, according to figures.
(Image: Mirror Online)
Natalie Lee has now shared the results of her challenge, and the meals she managed to prepare on just £25 may surprise you.
She explained: "My family and I had a really special Christmas but this inevitably meant that I spent more than I should have.
"I accepted the challenge because I need motivation to get creative and to push myself to cook on a tight budget."
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Here's Natalie's one-week plan:
Monday : Breakfast: Smoothie. Lunch: Eggs/ avocado on toast. Dinner: Vegetable rice
Tuesday : Breakfast: Porridge. Lunch: Rice, chicken and mixed peppers. Dinner: Halloumi and Asparagus Kebabs
Wednesday: Breakfast: Cereal. Lunch: Meatballs and leftover vegetables. Dinner: Chicken Fajitas
Thursday: Breakfast: Cereal. Lunch: Vegetable soup and bread. Dinner: Pasta, olive oil and garlic granules.
Friday: Breakfast: Smoothie. Lunch: Omelette and salad. Dinner: Spaghetti and pesto sauce
Saturday: Breakfast: Smoked salmon and eggs. Lunch: Baked beans on toast. Dinner: Chicken, asparagus, potatoes
Sunday: Breakfast: Eggs and chilli flakes on toast. Lunch/Dinner: Sunday roast.
Shopping news, deals and money-saving tips For all the latest shopping news, deals, beauty tips and fashion trends, and the best money-saving tips from our shopping, money-saving and consumer writer Rachel Pugh, who you can follow here. You can also join our Manchester Money-Saving Facebook group here.
Natalie has also shared exactly what she puts straight in her basket on a weekly budget of £25 - all of which you can buy at Aldi.
Large eggs
Blueberries
Frozen mixed veg
Avocado
Soft wholemeal bread
Scottish porridge oats
Specially Selected Pesto
Everyday Essentials Spaghetti
Wholewheat Pasta
Chicken breast fillets
Diced Chicken Breast
Cereal
Vegetable Soup
Roasting potatoes
5% fat beef Meatballs
Easy cook rice
Iceberg lettuce
Whole Chicken
Low fat natural yoghurt
Baked Beans
Halloumi
Red Chilli
Asparagus
Lime
Chili Flakes
Fajita Kit
Spring Onions
Mixed Peppers


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Miguel Reynolds murder trial: Manchester rapper 'was shot in the neck after being lured to Liverpool

Miguel Reynolds murder trial: Manchester rapper 'was shot in the neck after being lured to Liverpool to buy a car' court told

A man from Manchester 'ruthlessly ' shot gunned down after being lured to Liverpool to buy a car was shot in the neck , jurors heard .
The bullet which killed Miguel Reynolds passed down through the heart all the way to his groin , a doctor said .
Prosecutors allege that 21-year-old Mr Reynolds was murdered after he and a friend , who had driven him down the M62 , were allegedly robbed at gunpoint in the Netherton area of the city , the Liverpool Echo reports .
After they arrived , the prosecution say a gun was put @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they were ordered to hand over cash , about £2,000 .
They were then told in 'no uncertain terms ' to return to Manchester , prosecutor Ian Unsworth QC told jurors in his opening speech for the Crown .
`` Sadly and tragically , Miguel Reynolds decided he was n't simply going to go back to Manchester , '' Mr Unsworth said .
Liverpool Crown Court heard Mr Reynolds , formerly of Whalley Range and Moss Side , began to chase his alleged robbers .
One shot was fired during the short chase @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hit him , jurors have heard .
Alleged gunman Liam Watson and six other men , Kyle Sanders , Joseph McKeever , Paul Blackhurst , James Harrison , Jake Mawhinney and Dale Avery , deny his murder .
Mr Avery 's girlfriend , Emma Kirby , who denies assisting an offender , is also in the dock .
Now the jury have heard from Dr Christopher Johnson , who told them that Mr Reynolds was shot 'on the top of the back of the neck ' .
A bullet entry was found to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ neck , which created a track heading down to his right groin area .
Dr Johnson said : `` Basically it 's gone almost directly downwards and a little to the deceased 's right , in terms of direction . ''
He said the bullet struck the left edge of his lower neck , fracturing bones , continuing into the chest before it 'opened up the windpipe ' .
The doctor said : `` It had also caused gunshot damage to the right side of the top of the heart , the right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the abdomen , passed through the liver , through the stomach , through several loops of small bowel .
`` It had then penetrated into the subsection of the abdominal wall , below the bowel , and continued in that muscle to end in the right groin , beneath the skin . ''
The doctor said the wound caused bleeding in Mr Reynold 's chest , around his heart and abdominal cavity .
He found bruises and abrasions to the left side of his face , which he said could be from falling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dr Johnson said he thought Mr Reynolds would have fallen quickly and did not believe these injures came from fighting .
He said : `` I could n't exclude scuffling , that sort of thing , but I did n't see any significant injuries at all , suggesting the landing of punches for example . ''
Under questioning by Mr Unsworth , the doctor said he noted the findings of a firearms expert , who will give evidence later in the trial .
He said : `` The gun must have been discharged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the neck line , one way or the other . ''
Dr Johnson added : `` One I think sensible and likely possibility is the victim may have ducked , just before the gunshot was fired .
`` That would be one explanation for that unusual track passing right down , downwards through his chest and abdomen . ''
Sanders , 21 , of Charles Best Green , Bootle ; Watson , 31 , of Litherland Park , Litherland ; McKeever , 28 , of Howard Florey Avenue , Bootle ; Blackhurst , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ; Harrison , 22 , of Kirkstone Road North , Litherland ; Mawhinney , 20 , of Royton Road , Waterloo ; and Avery , 25 , of Marie Curie Avenue , Netherton , all deny murder , conspiracy to rob , possessing a prohibited firearm , and possessing prohibited ammunition .
Kirby , 21 , formerly of Marie Curie Avenue , Netherton , denies assisting an offender .

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A man from Manchester 'ruthlessly' shot gunned down after being lured to Liverpool to buy a car was shot in the neck, jurors heard.
The bullet which killed Miguel Reynolds passed down through the heart all the way to his groin, a doctor said.
Prosecutors allege that 21-year-old Mr Reynolds was murdered after he and a friend, who had driven him down the M62, were allegedly robbed at gunpoint in the Netherton area of the city, the Liverpool Echo reports.
After they arrived, the prosecution say a gun was put to Mr Reynolds' friend, and they were ordered to hand over cash, about £2,000.
They were then told in 'no uncertain terms' to return to Manchester, prosecutor Ian Unsworth QC told jurors in his opening speech for the Crown.
(Image: MEN Media)
"Sadly and tragically, Miguel Reynolds decided he wasn't simply going to go back to Manchester," Mr Unsworth said.
Liverpool Crown Court heard Mr Reynolds, formerly of Whalley Range and Moss Side, began to chase his alleged robbers.
One shot was fired during the short chase which missed Mr Reynolds, but another hit him, jurors have heard.
Alleged gunman Liam Watson and six other men, Kyle Sanders, Joseph McKeever, Paul Blackhurst, James Harrison, Jake Mawhinney and Dale Avery, deny his murder.
Mr Avery's girlfriend, Emma Kirby, who denies assisting an offender, is also in the dock.
(Image: Liverpool Echo)
Now the jury have heard from Dr Christopher Johnson, who told them that Mr Reynolds was shot 'on the top of the back of the neck'.
A bullet entry was found to the left side of Mr Reynolds' neck, which created a track heading down to his right groin area.
Dr Johnson said: "Basically it's gone almost directly downwards and a little to the deceased's right, in terms of direction."
He said the bullet struck the left edge of his lower neck, fracturing bones, continuing into the chest before it 'opened up the windpipe'.
The doctor said: "It had also caused gunshot damage to the right side of the top of the heart, the right atrium.
"It then continued into the abdomen, passed through the liver, through the stomach, through several loops of small bowel.
"It had then penetrated into the subsection of the abdominal wall, below the bowel, and continued in that muscle to end in the right groin, beneath the skin."
(Image: Liverpool Echo)
The doctor said the wound caused bleeding in Mr Reynold's chest, around his heart and abdominal cavity.
He found bruises and abrasions to the left side of his face, which he said could be from falling, as described by a neighbour.
Dr Johnson said he thought Mr Reynolds would have fallen quickly and did not believe these injures came from fighting.
He said: "I couldn't exclude scuffling, that sort of thing, but I didn't see any significant injuries at all, suggesting the landing of punches for example."
Under questioning by Mr Unsworth, the doctor said he noted the findings of a firearms expert, who will give evidence later in the trial.
He said: "The gun must have been discharged basically directly downwards to the top of the neck line, one way or the other."
Dr Johnson added: "One I think sensible and likely possibility is the victim may have ducked, just before the gunshot was fired.
"That would be one explanation for that unusual track passing right down, downwards through his chest and abdomen."
(Image: Liverpool Echo)
Sanders, 21, of Charles Best Green, Bootle; Watson, 31, of Litherland Park, Litherland; McKeever, 28, of Howard Florey Avenue, Bootle; Blackhurst, 26, of Cumpsty Road, Litherland; Harrison, 22, of Kirkstone Road North, Litherland; Mawhinney, 20, of Royton Road, Waterloo; and Avery, 25, of Marie Curie Avenue, Netherton, all deny murder, conspiracy to rob, possessing a prohibited firearm, and possessing prohibited ammunition.
Kirby, 21, formerly of Marie Curie Avenue, Netherton, denies assisting an offender.
Proceeding.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Manchester United press conference LIVE highlights and reaction

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be spoke to the press on Friday morning as he previews Manchester United 's upcoming FA @ @ @ @ @ .
United travel to Prenton Park on Sunday afternoon to face the League One side @ @ @ @ @ the FA Cup after they defeated Premier League opponents Watford in a replay on Thursday @ @ @ @ @ hoping for a response from his side this weekend after a poor week which saw @ @ @ @ @ before being humiliated by Burnley at Old Trafford in midweek .
In terms of early @ @ @ @ @ set to return for United this weekend while Sergio Romero will likely return in goal @ @ @ @ @ cup goalkeeper .
Axel Tuanzebe has been ruled out until after the mid-season break .
@ @ @ @ @ the action unfolded from Carrington .

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be spoke to the press on Friday morning as he previews Manchester United's upcoming FA Cup fixture against Tranmere Rovers.
United travel to Prenton Park on Sunday afternoon to face the League One side in the fourth round of the FA Cup after they defeated Premier League opponents Watford in a replay on Thursday night.
Solskjaer will be hoping for a response from his side this weekend after a poor week which saw them lose away at Liverpool before being humiliated by Burnley at Old Trafford in midweek.
In terms of early team, Eric Bailly is set to return for United this weekend while Sergio Romero will likely return in goal as the club's designated cup goalkeeper. Axel Tuanzebe has been ruled out until after the mid-season break.
Scroll down to see how the action unfolded from Carrington.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Manchester United fined £20,000 after Liverpool FC VAR incident

Manchester United have been fined £20,000 for the way their players reacted to Roberto Firmino 's disallowed goal in defeat to Liverpool last weekend .
United admitted a breach of FA Rule E20 for 'failure to ensure the players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion ' during the defeat at Anfield .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side were beaten 2-0 by the league leaders thanks to goals from Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah , and it could have been worse had it not been for VAR ruling out a Firmino effort in the first half .
The Liverpool forward @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first-half , but the Spanish goalkeeper was left infuriated as he believed he had been impeded in the build up .
De Gea , along with club captain Harry Maguire , Fred and Andreas Pereira , surrounded referee Craig Pawson before VAR eventually ruled the goal out for Virgil van Dijk 's foul on the United goalkeeper .
A statement from the FA read : `` Manchester United FC has been fined £20,000 after admitting a breach of FA Rule E20 and accepting the standard penalty .
`` The club failed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ orderly fashion during the 26th minute of a Premier League fixture against Liverpool FC on 19 January 2020 . ''

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Manchester United have been fined £20,000 for the way their players reacted to Roberto Firmino's disallowed goal in defeat to Liverpool last weekend.
United admitted a breach of FA Rule E20 for 'failure to ensure the players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion' during the defeat at Anfield.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side were beaten 2-0 by the league leaders thanks to goals from Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah, and it could have been worse had it not been for VAR ruling out a Firmino effort in the first half.
The Liverpool forward finished past David de Gea midway through the first-half, but the Spanish goalkeeper was left infuriated as he believed he had been impeded in the build up.
De Gea, along with club captain Harry Maguire, Fred and Andreas Pereira, surrounded referee Craig Pawson before VAR eventually ruled the goal out for Virgil van Dijk's foul on the United goalkeeper.
A statement from the FA read: "Manchester United FC has been fined £20,000 after admitting a breach of FA Rule E20 and accepting the standard penalty.
"The club failed to ensure its players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion during the 26th minute of a Premier League fixture against Liverpool FC on 19 January 2020."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Miserable-looking teen cured of her 'resting bitch face' with gruelling surgery - and she hasn't sto

Miserable-looking teen cured of her 'resting bitch face' with gruelling surgery - and she hasn't stopped smiling since

If you have n't heard of the phrase 'resting bitch face ' , it is pretty much what it says on the tin .
Basically , someone is saying you look pretty miserable .
And for one teen , setting about fixing her 'miserable-looking ' face has been worth it as she has n't stopped smiling since .
Paige Dobson , 18 , claims she has been 'cured ' of her 'resting bitch face ' after undergoing a five-and-a-half-hour operation .
The gruelling surgery saw her top and bottom jaws broken , realigned and secured in place with metal plates @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a 'free nose job ' thrown in as it was left off-centre - meaning docs had to break Paige 's septum and realign it to her newly positioned jaw .
Following a routine orthodontist appointment in 2017 , Paige was told that her top jaw sat so far forward that her upper and bottom teeth never met .
This meant that when she moved her mouth to smile the skin on her chin would 'crease , pull and dimple ' and leave her sporting a 'gummy ' grin .
Bu by trying to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' , she attempted to keep her expressions neutral leading to her looking 'constantly miserable ' and appearing to permanently sport a 'resting bitch face ' .
Paige , from Netheravon , Wiltshire , said : `` Before my surgery I was so self-conscious and always avoided smiling .
`` I hated having pictures taken and always covered half my face with my hand .
`` Whenever I closed my mouth it would crease up and if I laughed too much I 'd be really gummy , it held me back from enjoying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in photos .
`` The orthodontist said braces would n't do anything because my overbite was so bad .
`` When we looked back on pictures my mum always used to say 'Paige why have you got a resting bitch face ? '
`` She was obviously kidding , but it was from where my mouth was pulling so I constantly looked miserable .
I felt it because I looked it - but now all I do is beam in photos . ''
Singer Paige has always felt self-conscious and has longed for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at school .
`` When I was 14 I got bullied to absolute hell , '' she said .
`` There was a group of people who would always make comments , laugh and impersonate how I would look if I was laughing , it was really cruel .
`` The main girl in this group got her boyfriend to follow me home from school and shout abuse at me for six months - it was so bad we had to get the police involved . ''
After two-and-a-half years in braces , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ osteotomy , at Salisbury District Hospital in Odstock , Wiltshire , on January 15 2019 .
And since then , Paige has gained so much confidence she now loves to smile .
But it was n't an easy recovery as Paige was forced to deal with regular bleeding from her nose and mouth and was left in extreme pain post-operation .
Her mouth was also wired together for a fortnight due to extreme swelling and meant the already petite teen was unable to eat anything for three-and-a-half weeks - causing her weight to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tracey syringing water into her mouth .
Paige said : `` I had to deal with a lot of bleeding and my lips were left red and raw from where they 'd been pulled about when they operated on my jaw .
`` I could n't open my mouth at all for a fortnight and did n't look in the mirror for a week because I knew I 'd be horrified - as I could feel the swelling was past my ears .
`` When I finally looked at myself I remember laughing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` The pain was awful , I had a mask that ran cool water through a tube on my face but every time I would take it off I was crying in pain . ''
A year on from the big operation , Paige says she 'does n't recognise ' the person she sees in the mirror and feels like life has just begun .
`` When I look back on pictures before my operation it 's like I 'm looking at a completely different person , it 's weird , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not just the outside of what you see but it 's the inside as well - it 's definitely made me a much stronger person .
`` I had my braces taken off six months after the operation , I was so excited but nervous at the same time .
I knew when I had the braces taken off it would be the final thing to see how much I 'd changed .
`` I remember FaceTiming my mum afterwards and she cried and said I looked amazing , I have n't stopped @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first year of me being the new me .
I probably look really vain on my social media but I could n't care less . ''
She continued : `` It 's given me a real confidence boost especially with my singing , it 's changed my self-confidence completely and I now happily strut around the stage .
It 's made me love myself more . ''
The performer says she has shared her story in a bid to inspire others who may too suffering from an extreme overbite or underbite .
Paige @ @ @ @ @ @ @ similar situation thinking of having the op - just do it .
`` It 's hard to go through that op both physically and mentally , there were up and down days .
[ But ] it was 100 % worth it , it 's the best thing I 've ever agreed to do .
`` Now my resting bitch face has gone for good . ''

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If you haven't heard of the phrase 'resting bitch face', it is pretty much what it says on the tin.
Basically, someone is saying you look pretty miserable.
And for one teen, setting about fixing her 'miserable-looking' face has been worth it as she hasn't stopped smiling since.
Paige Dobson, 18, claims she has been 'cured' of her 'resting bitch face' after undergoing a five-and-a-half-hour operation.
The gruelling surgery saw her top and bottom jaws broken, realigned and secured in place with metal plates and screws.
(Image: Kennedy News and Media)
And she also got a 'free nose job' thrown in as it was left off-centre - meaning docs had to break Paige's septum and realign it to her newly positioned jaw.
Following a routine orthodontist appointment in 2017, Paige was told that her top jaw sat so far forward that her upper and bottom teeth never met.
This meant that when she moved her mouth to smile the skin on her chin would 'crease, pull and dimple' and leave her sporting a 'gummy' grin.
(Image: Kennedy News and Media)
Bu by trying to hide her smile and reduce the 'creases', she attempted to keep her expressions neutral leading to her looking 'constantly miserable' and appearing to permanently sport a 'resting bitch face'.
Paige, from Netheravon, Wiltshire, said: "Before my surgery I was so self-conscious and always avoided smiling.
"I hated having pictures taken and always covered half my face with my hand.
(Image: Kennedy News and Media)
"Whenever I closed my mouth it would crease up and if I laughed too much I'd be really gummy, it held me back from enjoying myself and being able to smile nicely in photos.
"The orthodontist said braces wouldn't do anything because my overbite was so bad.
"When we looked back on pictures my mum always used to say 'Paige why have you got a resting bitch face?'
(Image: Kennedy News and Media)
"She was obviously kidding, but it was from where my mouth was pulling so I constantly looked miserable. I felt it because I looked it - but now all I do is beam in photos."
Singer Paige has always felt self-conscious and has longed for the surgery after being ridiculed by bullies at school.
"When I was 14 I got bullied to absolute hell," she said.
"There was a group of people who would always make comments, laugh and impersonate how I would look if I was laughing, it was really cruel.
"The main girl in this group got her boyfriend to follow me home from school and shout abuse at me for six months - it was so bad we had to get the police involved."
After two-and-a-half years in braces, Paige underwent surgery, known as bimaxillary osteotomy, at Salisbury District Hospital in Odstock, Wiltshire, on January 15 2019.
(Image: Kennedy News and Media)
And since then, Paige has gained so much confidence she now loves to smile.
Goodbye resting bitch face.
But it wasn't an easy recovery as Paige was forced to deal with regular bleeding from her nose and mouth and was left in extreme pain post-operation.
Her mouth was also wired together for a fortnight due to extreme swelling and meant the already petite teen was unable to eat anything for three-and-a-half weeks - causing her weight to plummet and left her relying on mum Tracey syringing water into her mouth.
(Image: Kennedy News and Media)
Paige said: "I had to deal with a lot of bleeding and my lips were left red and raw from where they'd been pulled about when they operated on my jaw.
"I couldn't open my mouth at all for a fortnight and didn't look in the mirror for a week because I knew I'd be horrified - as I could feel the swelling was past my ears.
"When I finally looked at myself I remember laughing as I had this puffer fish face.
"The pain was awful, I had a mask that ran cool water through a tube on my face but every time I would take it off I was crying in pain."
A year on from the big operation, Paige says she 'doesn't recognise' the person she sees in the mirror and feels like life has just begun.
(Image: Kennedy News and Media)
"When I look back on pictures before my operation it's like I'm looking at a completely different person, it's weird," the teen said.
"It's not just the outside of what you see but it's the inside as well - it's definitely made me a much stronger person.
"I had my braces taken off six months after the operation, I was so excited but nervous at the same time. I knew when I had the braces taken off it would be the final thing to see how much I'd changed.
(Image: Kennedy News and Media)
"I remember FaceTiming my mum afterwards and she cried and said I looked amazing, I haven't stopped smiling since.
"It's the first year of me being the new me. I probably look really vain on my social media but I couldn't care less."
She continued: "It's given me a real confidence boost especially with my singing, it's changed my self-confidence completely and I now happily strut around the stage. It's made me love myself more."
(Image: Kennedy News and Media)
The performer says she has shared her story in a bid to inspire others who may too suffering from an extreme overbite or underbite.
Paige said: "To anyone in a similar situation thinking of having the op - just do it.
"It's hard to go through that op both physically and mentally, there were up and down days. [But] it was 100% worth it, it's the best thing I've ever agreed to do.
"Now my resting bitch face has gone for good."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Myles Stephenson speaks out after being 'viciously attacked by gang of thugs'

Myles Stephenson has spoken out after being 'viciously attacked by a gang of thugs ' .
The I ’ m A Celebrity star was reportedly set upon by a group of thugs who took offence to where he decided to sit at a celeb hangout in Essex .
The Rak-Su singer , who won The X Factor in 2017 , was with friends in Sheesh restaurant when they were allegedly set upon by the men .
Addressing his Instagram followers , Myles , 28 , reassured his fans that he is “ perfectly fine ” and added there is “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He also confirmed that his friends were not hurt in the incident , and thanked his fans for their support .
In the video ( below ) , Myles said : “ Just a quick message to say thank you to everyone asking if I ’ m alright and if my friends are alright .
“ As you can see I ’ m perfectly fine there ’ s not a bruise on my body .
We are good.
” Myles added : “ My friends are all good as well , me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
That ’ s all you need to know .
Essex Police told The Metro that they were called to reports of a ‘ disturbance ’ on the High Road in Chigwell at around 12.55am on January 23 .
In a statement they said : “ Four men described as white and aged between 22 years old and 27 years old , were seen throwing objects at cars , there were also reports of an assault .
“ An Audi was discovered with a broken window and sunroof , we are investigating the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enquiries into the assault.
” Essex Police have asked that anyone with information about the incident , has CCTV or who was in the area at the time to call Loughton Local Police Team on 101 quoting the crime reference number : 42/12051/20 .

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Myles Stephenson has spoken out after being 'viciously attacked by a gang of thugs'.
The I’m A Celebrity star was reportedly set upon by a group of thugs who took offence to where he decided to sit at a celeb hangout in Essex.
The Rak-Su singer, who won The X Factor in 2017, was with friends in Sheesh restaurant when they were allegedly set upon by the men.
Addressing his Instagram followers, Myles, 28, reassured his fans that he is “perfectly fine” and added there is “not a bruise on my body”.
He also confirmed that his friends were not hurt in the incident, and thanked his fans for their support.
(Image: Instagram)
In the video (below), Myles said: “Just a quick message to say thank you to everyone asking if I’m alright and if my friends are alright.
“As you can see I’m perfectly fine there’s not a bruise on my body. We are good.”
Myles added: “My friends are all good as well, me and my boys weren’t hurt. That’s all you need to know.
“We’re good and we’re healthy.”
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Essex Police told The Metro that they were called to reports of a ‘disturbance’ on the High Road in Chigwell at around 12.55am on January 23.
In a statement they said: “Four men described as white and aged between 22 years old and 27 years old, were seen throwing objects at cars, there were also reports of an assault.
(Image: ITV)
“An Audi was discovered with a broken window and sunroof, we are investigating the cause of this damage and conducting further enquiries into the assault.”
Essex Police have asked that anyone with information about the incident, has CCTV or who was in the area at the time to call Loughton Local Police Team on 101 quoting the crime reference number: 42/12051/20.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--How Brexit could impact Manchester United and Man City's transfer strategies

Brexit has been the controversial topic that has affected every corner of the United Kingdom for the last four years and it was only a matter of time before it impacted football as well .
The U.K. is set to finally leave the European Union on January 31 and its implications will stretch to the football transfer market as well , forcing Man City and Manchester United to change their strategies .
The Times reports that Premier League clubs have been informed that this summer 's transfer window will be the last time they can sign 16 and 17-year-old players @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of free movement which Brexit will bring .
The report states that there will be a 'transition period ' for the rest of 2020 but afterwards international signings will have to be at least 18 years old , as per FIFA rules .
United and City both have vast scouting networks across Europe so they can uncover potential talent on the continent and sweep them up before anyone else .
Last year , United signed Hannibal Mejbri from Monaco and Dillon Hoogewerf from Ajax when they were both 16 , whereas City have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jayden Braaf , Alpha Diounkou , Gavin Bazunu and many more .
In fact , when you look at the first teams of the respective clubs , Paul Pogba , Andrea Pereira , Timothy Fosu-Mensah and Eric Garcia all would n't have been able to sign for the club when they did under the new rules .
Meanwhile , the report adds that the Premier League clubs are expected to take a vote on when the summer transfer window should close in a meeting on February 6 .
The transfer window currently closes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ teams can not make new additions to their squads once the season has started , however , that leaves them at a disadvantage to European teams whose windows stay open until the end of August .
It 's reported that the 20 clubs are expected to vote in favour of a new 'hybrid ' transfer window , which would see deals between other Premier League clubs end before the season starts but the window remain open for international transfers as well as with lower league clubs .

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Brexit has been the controversial topic that has affected every corner of the United Kingdom for the last four years and it was only a matter of time before it impacted football as well.
The U.K. is set to finally leave the European Union on January 31 and its implications will stretch to the football transfer market as well, forcing Man City and Manchester United to change their strategies.
There are reports Premier League clubs have been informed that this summer's transfer window will be the last time they can sign 16 and 17-year-old players from Europe, due to the end of free movement which Brexit will bring.
The report states that there will be a 'transition period' for the rest of 2020 but afterwards international signings will have to be at least 18 years old, as per FIFA rules.
United and City both have vast scouting networks across Europe so they can uncover potential talent on the continent and sweep them up before anyone else.
Last year, United signed Hannibal Mejbri from Monaco and Dillon Hoogewerf from Ajax when they were both 16, whereas City have done the same with the likes of Jayden Braaf, Alpha Diounkou, Gavin Bazunu and many more.
In fact, when you look at the first teams of the respective clubs, Paul Pogba, Andrea Pereira, Timothy Fosu-Mensah and Eric Garcia all wouldn't have been able to sign for the club when they did under the new rules.
Meanwhile, the report adds that the Premier League clubs are expected to take a vote on when the summer transfer window should close in a meeting on February 6.
The transfer window currently closes the night before the Premier League so teams cannot make new additions to their squads once the season has started, however, that leaves them at a disadvantage to European teams whose windows stay open until the end of August.
It's reported that the 20 clubs are expected to vote in favour of a new 'hybrid' transfer window, which would see deals between other Premier League clubs end before the season starts but the window remain open for international transfers as well as with lower league clubs.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Manchester United transfer news LIVE Fernandes and Bellingham latest plus Tranmere vs Man Utd news

Manchester United will today prepare for their FA Cup clash versus Tranmere Rovers on Sunday .
United have finally discovered @ @ @ @ @ Prenton Park in the fourth round match after the Wirral club defeated Watford in a @ @ @ @ @ 2-1 after extra-time .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer previewed the game in his regular Friday morning @ @ @ @ @ that Victor Lindelof was back from illness , while Eric Bailly could play his first @ @ @ @ @ after recovering from a serious knee injury .
On the transfer front , United are @ @ @ @ @ Jude Bellingham , 16 , who has been attracting rave reviews with his performances in @ @ @ @ @ also been linked with a whole host of strikers , amid an injury to Marcus @ @ @ @ @ Moussa Dembele and Islam Slimani are the latest names to be touted .
Follow for @ @ @ @ @ the day .

Former United striker Dimitar Berbatov has given his reaction to the 2-0 league defeat by Burnley by demanding that the players challenge themselves to produce better.
This is what he said in his regular Betfair blog:
“My reaction to the Burnley game was similar to everyone’s who supports the club, I was so disappointed. To be honest, they didn’t do enough to win that game. Overall, they kept possession of the ball but that meant nothing because in the end Burnley undid United on a set piece and they also scored an unbelievable goal. When you play teams like this though you know where their strengths are, and you need to be prepared for that, and that wasn’t the case with United.
“I’m not going to get involved with a blame game, but that match on Wednesday evening was a must win game. It was a great opportunity for some stability and more importantly it was a great chance to get closer to the top four.
“The major concern for me is the way the game is played, the way the ball is moved, the way the passes are made, the way they look for space, how they want the ball and against Burnley none of those things were there. Of, course everybody tried their best, but it wasn’t enough, and if it isn’t enough against a team like Burnley, with all due respect, then for Manchester United that is not good enough and they need to do something.
“Each and every one of the United players needs to be critical of themselves, when they are at home and alone they need to ask themselves ‘do I do enough for the club and for my team mates?’ Once they have done that, they can start to build and improve.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Paul Pogba arrives at Manchester United training ground amid injury recovery

Paul Pogba was among the Manchester United players to attend the club 's Carrington training ground on Friday morning .
The United midfielder has n't been in action since the Boxing Day victory over Newcastle , after it was confirmed he needed surgery on the problematic ankle injury that has limited his game time this season .
Having now successfully gone under the knife , Pogba is focused on rebuilding his fitness and that process is continuing at United 's training complex .
Pogba 's agent Mino Raiola recently told reporters the French midfielder was concentrating on getting fit again @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to sit down with United to discuss his future at the end of the season .
Pogba , along with Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay , is among United 's long-term absentees at the moment and their absence has been harshly felt .
United 's midweek defeat to Burnley and other losses against Arsenal , Man City and Liverpool this month have piled the pressure on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side .
Some supporters have directed their anger at Solskjaer , although many are unhappy with Ed Woodward and the Glazers .
But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United hierarchy and is preparing his depleted squad for the trip to Tranmere Rovers in the FA Cup on Sunday .
Victor Lindelof — who was pictured by MEN photographers driving Pogba into training — is fit again after illness , Solskjaer confirmed in his latest press conference .
Eric Bailly and Timothy Fosu-Mensah could both play a part too , having recovered from long-term knee injuries .
They were also pictured by photographers going into training — as was Rashford .
McTominay and Axel Tuanzebe , who is also out with injury @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their own rehabilitation programmes .

Paul Pogba was among the Manchester United players to attend the club's Carrington training ground on Friday morning.
The United midfielder hasn't been in action since the Boxing Day victory over Newcastle, after it was confirmed he needed surgery on the problematic ankle injury that has limited his game time this season.
Having now successfully gone under the knife, Pogba is focused on rebuilding his fitness and that process is continuing at United's training complex.
Pogba's agent Mino Raiola recently told reporters the French midfielder was concentrating on getting fit again, with the player's camp expected to sit down with United to discuss his future at the end of the season.
Pogba, along with Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay, is among United's long-term absentees at the moment and their absence has been harshly felt.
United's midweek defeat to Burnley and other losses against Arsenal, Man City and Liverpool this month have piled the pressure on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side. Some supporters have directed their anger at Solskjaer, although many are unhappy with Ed Woodward and the Glazers.
But the Norwegian retains the support of the United hierarchy and is preparing his depleted squad for the trip to Tranmere Rovers in the FA Cup on Sunday.
Victor Lindelof — who was pictured by MEN photographers driving Pogba into training — is fit again after illness, Solskjaer confirmed in his latest press conference. Eric Bailly and Timothy Fosu-Mensah could both play a part too, having recovered from long-term knee injuries. They were also pictured by photographers going into training — as was Rashford.
McTominay and Axel Tuanzebe, who is also out with injury, were not spotted as they continue their own rehabilitation programmes.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Investigation underway after 11-year-old boy hit by car, and driver doesn't stop

Police are hunting the driver of a silver Ford Focus that hit a child before driving off .
Emergency services were called to Lower Seedley Road in Salford on January 10 to reports of a crash .
GMP say the car had been driving along the street at around 5.20pm when it hit an 11-year-old boy .
The driver did n't stop , and drove off onto Coomassie Street toward Seedley Road .
The youngster was taken to hospital and is now recovering at home .
It is understood the collision happened near to Holy Family Catholic Primary School .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ officers are urging anyone with information to come forward .
PC Scott Dowell of GMP ’ s Salford District said : `` Thankfully the boy has made a good recovery following the collision .
`` Were you in the area at the time ?
If you witnessed the collision , have dashcam footage or any information that may assist us , please get in touch . ''
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 0161 856 5065 or the independent charity Crimestoppers , anonymously on 0800 555 111 .
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Police are hunting the driver of a silver Ford Focus that hit a child before driving off.
Emergency services were called to Lower Seedley Road in Salford on January 10 to reports of a crash.
GMP say the car had been driving along the street at around 5.20pm when it hit an 11-year-old boy.
The driver didn't stop, and drove off onto Coomassie Street toward Seedley Road.
The youngster was taken to hospital and is now recovering at home.
It is understood the collision happened near to Holy Family Catholic Primary School.
An investigation has been launched, and officers are urging anyone with information to come forward.
PC Scott Dowell of GMP’s Salford District said: "Thankfully the boy has made a good recovery following the collision.
"Were you in the area at the time? If you witnessed the collision, have dashcam footage or any information that may assist us, please get in touch."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Man who called his shop Singh'sbury says 'it's just a coincidence'

There are plenty of famous names we recognise , particularly when it comes to supermarket names .
But one cheeky shop owner says it 's `` just a coincidence '' that he named his own store Singh'sbury .
Mandeep Singh Chatha opened his new local convenience store and the name , and its accompanying orange sign bare an uncanny resemblance to , of course , Sainsbury 's .
The shop , in Wolverhampton , was opened by the 34-year-old and his wife Hardeep last month and passersby have been loving the 'coincidence ' so much that they have been stopping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ name is Singh and it is on Bushbury Road .
That 's where the name has come from , '' Mr Charha said .
`` Its just a coincidence .
`` It has proved very popular so far , people keep stopping in their cars to take pictures with the sign and I 've had many nice comments .
`` I have heard nothing from a supermarket which has a similar name , so I see no problem with it .
Why would they contact me ?
It is different . ''
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It 's a different logo , a different colour , a different company .
It 's completely different .
So why would they ask to change ?
I do n't want any controversy from them .
`` I do n't know what I would do if they ask me to change the name .
All I can say is that we are not the same . ''
Mr Chatha ’ s name choice follows a similar case in 2017 , where businessman Jel Singh Nagra also renamed his North Tyneside shop Singhsbury 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , he decided to rename the store Morrisinghs - and Morrisons backed the idea .
A Morrisons spokesman said at the time : `` Mr Nagra and his customers obviously have good taste so we wish him well . ''
Sainsbury ’ s , who have a supermarket of their own just 1.6 miles away , has been contacted for comment over Mr Chatha ’ s new venture .

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There are plenty of famous names we recognise, particularly when it comes to supermarket names.
But one cheeky shop owner says it's "just a coincidence" that he named his own store Singh'sbury.
Mandeep Singh Chatha opened his new local convenience store and the name, and its accompanying orange sign bare an uncanny resemblance to, of course, Sainsbury's.
(Image: Tristan Potter / SWNS)
The shop, in Wolverhampton, was opened by the 34-year-old and his wife Hardeep last month and passersby have been loving the 'coincidence' so much that they have been stopping to take seflies outside.
"My name is Singh and it is on Bushbury Road. That's where the name has come from," Mr Charha said. "Its just a coincidence.
"It has proved very popular so far, people keep stopping in their cars to take pictures with the sign and I've had many nice comments.
"I have heard nothing from a supermarket which has a similar name, so I see no problem with it. Why would they contact me? It is different."
(Image: Tristan Potter / SWNS)
The former sandwich delivery driver continued: "It's a different logo, a different colour, a different company. It's completely different. So why would they ask to change? I don't want any controversy from them.
"I don't know what I would do if they ask me to change the name. All I can say is that we are not the same."
Mr Chatha’s name choice follows a similar case in 2017, where businessman Jel Singh Nagra also renamed his North Tyneside shop Singhsbury's.
After Sainsbury's threatened legal action, he decided to rename the store Morrisinghs - and Morrisons backed the idea.
A Morrisons spokesman said at the time: "Mr Nagra and his customers obviously have good taste so we wish him well."
Sainsbury’s, who have a supermarket of their own just 1.6 miles away, has been contacted for comment over Mr Chatha’s new venture.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--ADVERTORIAL: Europe's biggest mobile fun fair returns to Oldham next month - here's everything you n

ADVERTORIAL: Europe's biggest mobile fun fair returns to Oldham next month - here's everything you need to know

Final preparations are underway for one of the most fun events in Greater Manchester .
The Blackpool Comes to Oldham Fun Park is set to return next month and will open its doors for three weeks , including the February half term holidays .
Opening from Friday , February 14 , the annual event is set to be one of the most spectacular yet with more than 25 thrilling rides and attractions .
As always , there ’ s entertainment under cover too in case it 's a little chilly or rainy outside .
Children can build the perfect sand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ marquee , while parents sit back and relax with a coffee and cake .
Here 's what you can look forward to at Blackpool Comes to Oldham Fun Park this year .
What rides will be there ?
The rides set to dominate the skyline this year are more spectacular than ever .
Set to cause the biggest stir is No Limits which stands more than 30m high .
But it 's not for the fainthearted as the cars take multiple twists and turns as it spins 360 degrees skywards .
Blackpool Comes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same without the Vue Giant Wheel , which returns once again offering views for miles .
Elsewhere , there ’ s so much for families to enjoy together with the thrilling Twister , the Snow Storm which simulates a high speed Bob Sleigh run and the ever popular Waltzers .
For little ones there is the Wiggly Worm Kids Coaster , Bungee Trampolines , the Balloon Race and the Race O Rama .
And a visit would n't be complete without testing your driving skills on one of Europe ’ s largest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of free entertainment too with free donkey rides on Saturday February , 15 and 16 , and Saturday February , 22 and 23 .
How do I get there ?
The event could n't be easier to get to in Oldham this year .
Blackpool comes to Oldham will be located right alongside the Hollinwood Metrolink station making it easily accessible by tram .
Or if you 're visiting by car , just exit at junction 22 of the M60 and you 'll find the fun park located on Hollinwood Avenue , OL9 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will also be provided .
How can I get tickets ?
Entrance is available by wristband only .
Wristbands go on sale half-an-hour before each session .
With every purchase of a wristband you can enjoy unlimited rides .
Family Fun Days will be held on Thursday , February 20 and 27 where you can get one free child wristband with every full paying adult .
Click here to download the voucher and access this deal .
Blackpool Comes to Oldham opens from Friday , February 14 until Sunday , March 1 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 5pm to 8:30pm .
Exceptions are Thursday , February 27 and Friday , February 28 where the park is only open from 5-8.30pm .
The park is closed from Monday , February 24 to Wednesday , February 26 .

Final preparations are underway for one of the most fun events in Greater Manchester.
The Blackpool Comes to Oldham Fun Park is set to return next month and will open its doors for three weeks, including the February half term holidays.
Opening from Friday, February 14, the annual event is set to be one of the most spectacular yet with more than 25 thrilling rides and attractions.
As always, there’s entertainment under cover too in case it's a little chilly or rainy outside.
Children can build the perfect sand castle at the mini beach in the marquee, while parents sit back and relax with a coffee and cake.
Here's what you can look forward to at Blackpool Comes to Oldham Fun Park this year.
What rides will be there?
The rides set to dominate the skyline this year are more spectacular than ever.
Set to cause the biggest stir is No Limits which stands more than 30m high. But it's not for the fainthearted as the cars take multiple twists and turns as it spins 360 degrees skywards.
Blackpool Comes to Oldham also wouldn’t be the same without the Vue Giant Wheel, which returns once again offering views for miles.
Elsewhere, there’s so much for families to enjoy together with the thrilling Twister, the Snow Storm which simulates a high speed Bob Sleigh run and the ever popular Waltzers.
For little ones there is the Wiggly Worm Kids Coaster, Bungee Trampolines, the Balloon Race and the Race O Rama.
And a visit wouldn't be complete without testing your driving skills on one of Europe’s largest Dodgem tracks.
There’s plenty of free entertainment too with free donkey rides on Saturday February, 15 and 16, and Saturday February, 22 and 23.
How do I get there?
The event couldn't be easier to get to in Oldham this year.
Blackpool comes to Oldham will be located right alongside the Hollinwood Metrolink station making it easily accessible by tram.
Or if you're visiting by car, just exit at junction 22 of the M60 and you'll find the fun park located on Hollinwood Avenue, OL9 8EP.
Free parking and on-site security will also be provided.
How can I get tickets?
Entrance is available by wristband only. Wristbands go on sale half-an-hour before each session.
With every purchase of a wristband you can enjoy unlimited rides.
Family Fun Days will be held on Thursday, February 20 and 27 where you can get one free child wristband with every full paying adult.
Click here to download the voucher and access this deal.
Blackpool Comes to Oldham opens from Friday, February 14 until Sunday, March 1, with two sessions from 1pm to 5pm and 5pm to 8:30pm.
Exceptions are Thursday, February 27 and Friday, February 28 where the park is only open from 5-8.30pm.
The park is closed from Monday, February 24 to Wednesday, February 26.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Worsley and Eccles South MP Barbara Keeley reveals breast cancer diagnosis

MP Barbara Keeley has revealed she campaigned for the General Election while recovering from treatment for breast cancer .
The Worsley and Eccles South MP said the diagnosis was confirmed in May last year after she found a lump the month before .
She had surgery to remove the tumour and lymph nodes during Parliament 's recess in May , followed by radiotherapy treatment over three weeks in July .
Ms Keeley , the former deputy leader of the House of Commons and shadow minister for mental health and social care , posted details on Facebook after revealing her diagnosis @ @ @ @ @ @ @ South Constituency Labour Party at a meeting on Thursday night .
She said in the Facebook statement : `` I want to emphasise again and again the importance of self checking , which is how I how I found the lump that proved to be breast cancer .
`` I 'm so glad it was caught in time and that I am now , hopefully , cancer-free . ''
Ms Keeley , a Labour moderate , has occupied the seat since it was created in 2010 .
She was first elected as MP @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the seat for the party at last year 's General Election , with a 3,219 majority .
Ms Keeley thanked her family , friends , campaign workers and her surgeon and oncologist at Guy 's Hospital in London , where she was treated .
Read more of today 's top stories here And she admitted campaigning for a General Election in the winter months after her treatment was 'very tough ' .
In the Facebook post , Ms Keeley said : `` Tonight in our discussion on the General Election result I was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Eccles South Constituency Labour Party about how tough the campaign was for me , given that I was recovering from treatment for cancer .
`` After I found a lump last April , I had a diagnosis of cancer confirmed on May 2nd .
`` I was able to have surgery to remove the tumour and some lymph nodes in the May Recess .
`` This was followed by 3 weeks of radiotherapy in July .
`` I carried on working through the radiotherapy but it does bring with it a lot of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the cold and dark in November and December was very tough but I got great support from my agent Emily McDermott and my team Jennifer Gregory , Drew Carswell and Simon Dixon .
`` Thanks also to our treasurer , John Davies , and to many members and councillors who helped in the campaign including Colette Weir , Adrian Brocklehurst , Brendan Ryan , Joe White , Ed , David Jolley , Nigel Greensitt , Elizabeth Camerownviews , our Constituency Secretary Jack Youd and Chair Councillor John Walsh .
T '' hanks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and members for their help .
`` Thanks are also due to my surgeon and oncologist and their teams at Guys Hospital in London for their great care and to my wonderful husband Colin Huggett for all his support .
`` And thanks to all my supportive friends at work , but particularly Diana Johnson and Thangam Debbonaire . ''

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MP Barbara Keeley has revealed she campaigned for the General Election while recovering from treatment for breast cancer.
The Worsley and Eccles South MP said the diagnosis was confirmed in May last year after she found a lump the month before.
She had surgery to remove the tumour and lymph nodes during Parliament's recess in May, followed by radiotherapy treatment over three weeks in July.
Ms Keeley, the former deputy leader of the House of Commons and shadow minister for mental health and social care, posted details on Facebook after revealing her diagnosis to members of the Worsley and Eccles South Constituency Labour Party at a meeting on Thursday night.
She said in the Facebook statement: "I want to emphasise again and again the importance of self checking, which is how I how I found the lump that proved to be breast cancer.
"I'm so glad it was caught in time and that I am now, hopefully, cancer-free."
Ms Keeley, a Labour moderate, has occupied the seat since it was created in 2010.
(Image: MEN)
She was first elected as MP for Worsley in May 2005 and held the seat for the party at last year's General Election, with a 3,219 majority.
Ms Keeley thanked her family, friends, campaign workers and her surgeon and oncologist at Guy's Hospital in London, where she was treated.
And she admitted campaigning for a General Election in the winter months after her treatment was 'very tough'.
In the Facebook post, Ms Keeley said: "Tonight in our discussion on the General Election result I was able to talk to my Worsley and Eccles South Constituency Labour Party about how tough the campaign was for me, given that I was recovering from treatment for cancer.
"After I found a lump last April, I had a diagnosis of cancer confirmed on May 2nd.
(Image: MEN)
"I was able to have surgery to remove the tumour and some lymph nodes in the May Recess.
"This was followed by 3 weeks of radiotherapy in July.
"I carried on working through the radiotherapy but it does bring with it a lot of fatigue.
"A General Election campaign in the cold and dark in November and December was very tough but I got great support from my agent Emily McDermott and my team Jennifer Gregory, Drew Carswell and Simon Dixon.
"Thanks also to our treasurer, John Davies, and to many members and councillors who helped in the campaign including Colette Weir, Adrian Brocklehurst, Brendan Ryan, Joe White, Ed, David Jolley, Nigel Greensitt, Elizabeth Camerownviews, our Constituency Secretary Jack Youd and Chair Councillor John Walsh. T
"hanks to all these and all our councillors and members for their help.
"Thanks are also due to my surgeon and oncologist and their teams at Guys Hospital in London for their great care and to my wonderful husband Colin Huggett for all his support.
"And thanks to all my supportive friends at work, but particularly Diana Johnson and Thangam Debbonaire."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sends Paul Pogba message

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has insisted Paul Pogba cares about Manchester United after being asked if he had been sitting in on team meetings whilst injured .
Pogba is sidelined until mid-February at the earliest with a new ankle injury and highest scorer Marcus Rashford is out for two months with a double stress fracture to the back .
Rashford tweeted after his injury was confirmed : `` On the pitch or not , @ ManUtd fans don ’ t get much bigger than me .
You best believe I 'll be involved in team meetings , team huddles and team @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been pilloried by sections of the United fanbase over his off-pitch activity during his lay-off .
Pogba attended his brother Florentin 's wedding in Bussy-Saint-Georges , Paris , last month , having spent time in Dubai at the start of October and Miami in November and was also in attendance at the Paris Fashion Week earlier this month .
United clarified Pogba had permission to travel to France for his brother 's marriage but , hours after Solskjaer said Pogba had been struck down ill , the World Cup winner uploaded several @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's reception .
`` At the moment he 's been having loads of treatment , '' Solskjaer said of Rashford .
`` So he might be in meeting today or tomorrow who knows .
Marcus is a genuine Man United supporter and he wants us to do well and wants to help .
He ’ s at the games . ''
When Solskjaer was asked about Pogba 's possible presence , he added : `` We all want this to go well and all we 've all got different ways of showing how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make his comeback against Chelsea on February 17 - United 's first fixture after their 16-day winter break .
The France international has started six times for United this term and made two substitute appearances .

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has insisted Paul Pogba cares about Manchester United after being asked if he had been sitting in on team meetings whilst injured.
Pogba is sidelined until mid-February at the earliest with a new ankle injury and highest scorer Marcus Rashford is out for two months with a double stress fracture to the back.
Rashford tweeted after his injury was confirmed: "On the pitch or not, @ManUtd fans don’t get much bigger than me. You best believe I'll be involved in team meetings, team huddles and team sessions throughout this recovery."
Pogba has been pilloried by sections of the United fanbase over his off-pitch activity during his lay-off. Pogba attended his brother Florentin's wedding in Bussy-Saint-Georges, Paris, last month, having spent time in Dubai at the start of October and Miami in November and was also in attendance at the Paris Fashion Week earlier this month.
United clarified Pogba had permission to travel to France for his brother's marriage but, hours after Solskjaer said Pogba had been struck down ill, the World Cup winner uploaded several clips of him dancing at his sibling's reception.
"At the moment he's been having loads of treatment," Solskjaer said of Rashford. "So he might be in meeting today or tomorrow who knows. Marcus is a genuine Man United supporter and he wants us to do well and wants to help. He’s at the games."
When Solskjaer was asked about Pogba's possible presence, he added: "We all want this to go well and all we've all got different ways of showing how much we care."
Pogba could make his comeback against Chelsea on February 17 - United's first fixture after their 16-day winter break. The France international has started six times for United this term and made two substitute appearances.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Elderly man fighting for life after being hit by car on Lord Sheldon Way in Ashton-under-Lyne

An elderly man is fighting for life in hospital after being struck by a car in Ashton-under-Lyne .
Emergency services were called to Pamir Drive , near to the Village Hotel , just after 7.45am this morning ( January 24 ) .
The man was taken to hospital in an ambulance .
A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said his injuries are understood to be life-threatening .
Read more of today 's top stories here No arrests have been made at this stage .
Lord Sheldon Way Westbound has been shut between Ashton Moss Leisure Park and Manchester Road while @ @ @ @ @ @ @ towards Manchester has been affected , with buses on diversion .
A spokesman for GMP said : `` Police were called by the emergency services just after 7.45am to reports of a road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian .
“ A man has been taken to hospital with what are believed to be life-threatening injuries .
“ The car did stop at the scene .
No arrests have been made yet.
” A spokeswoman for the North West Ambulance Service said : `` We were called at 7.45am .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rapid response vehicle and a senior clinician to Pamir Drive .
“ We have got a man in his 70s who has been taken to hospital with serious injuries , including a head injury . ''
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An elderly man is fighting for life in hospital after being struck by a car in Ashton-under-Lyne.
Emergency services were called to Pamir Drive, near to the Village Hotel, just after 7.45am this morning (January 24).
The man was taken to hospital in an ambulance.
A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said his injuries are understood to be life-threatening.
No arrests have been made at this stage.
Lord Sheldon Way Westbound has been shut between Ashton Moss Leisure Park and Manchester Road while an investigation takes place.
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Traffic heading towards Manchester has been affected, with buses on diversion.
A spokesman for GMP said: "Police were called by the emergency services just after 7.45am to reports of a road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian.
“A man has been taken to hospital with what are believed to be life-threatening injuries.
“The car did stop at the scene. No arrests have been made yet.”
A spokeswoman for the North West Ambulance Service said: "We were called at 7.45am. We have attended with an ambulance, a rapid response vehicle and a senior clinician to Pamir Drive.
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“It is a pedestrian road traffic collision.
“We have got a man in his 70s who has been taken to hospital with serious injuries, including a head injury."
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-01-24--Manhunt launched after a man was stabbed in the chest in a street fight in Oldham

A manhunt is underway after a man was stabbed in the chest outside a house in Oldham .
Police were called to reports of a fight outside a property on Devon Street at around 8.20am on Friday ( January 24 ) .
Four men were thought to be involved in the brawl , police say .
One man was stabbed in the chest and has been taken to hospital for treatment .
His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening .
The offenders fled the scene on foot and no arrests have yet been made .
In a statement , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were called at around 8.20am this morning ( Friday 24 January 2020 ) to reports of a fight involving four men outside an address on Devon Street , Oldham .
`` One man is believed to have received a stab wound to the chest and has been taken to hospital for treatment .
`` His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening .
`` The offenders are believed to have fled from the scene on foot .
`` No arrests have been made and officers are at the scene as enquiries continue .
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A manhunt is underway after a man was stabbed in the chest outside a house in Oldham.
Police were called to reports of a fight outside a property on Devon Street at around 8.20am on Friday (January 24).
Four men were thought to be involved in the brawl, police say.
One man was stabbed in the chest and has been taken to hospital for treatment.
His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
The offenders fled the scene on foot and no arrests have yet been made.
Police are continuing to make enquiries.
(Image: Facebook - Spotted: Oldham)
In a statement, a GMP spokesperson said: "Police were called at around 8.20am this morning (Friday 24 January 2020) to reports of a fight involving four men outside an address on Devon Street, Oldham.
"One man is believed to have received a stab wound to the chest and has been taken to hospital for treatment.
"His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
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"The offenders are believed to have fled from the scene on foot.
"No arrests have been made and officers are at the scene as enquiries continue."