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Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

Hosted by Corey with the Story, Manchester News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Manchester—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Manchester News Today is

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1:32

Snake Pass Closed: Avoid Travel, Seek Alternates

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Heavy snowfall blocks Snake Pass, causing significant disruption between Manchester and Sheffield. The A57 from Glossop to Ladybower Reservoir is impassable, with temperatures around -2°C. The Met Office advises avoiding travel, but those who must go should reduce speed and maintain a safe distance. Alternative routes or delayed journeys are recommended.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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1:36

Historic Dovecote Restoration in Hulton Park

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Two-hundred-year-old Hulton Park dovecote in Bolton, UK, undergoes restoration. This Grade Two listed red brick structure, featuring a grey slate roof and lantern, is believed to have been built in the eighteen twenties or thirties. Originally used for livestock, it has fallen into disrepair. Developer Peel Lands planning application aims to restore the dovecote using traditional methods and materials, preserving its historical and architectural value.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first

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2:15

NHS Greater Manchester Faces Staff Cuts, Budget Cuts

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

NHS Greater Manchester faces significant staff cuts and budget reductions, with over four hundred jobs at risk. Government reforms mandate these cuts, causing uncertainty for employees. A redundancy scheme begins November twenty-fourth, following months of local leaders seeking approval and funding. Health Secretary admits to slow resolution, with a compulsory redundancy phase anticipated if savings targets are not met. Staff express justified anger over the loss of skilled work.DNN | The Daily News

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1:45

New Homes Plan for Hollingworth Lake: Pros and Cons

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Hundreds of new homes planned near Hollingworth Lake, with a proposal for 309 houses recommended for approval. Developer Bloor Homes aims to address housing shortage, but faces opposition from Littleborough Civic Trust over potential traffic increases. The project includes a new park, tree-lined green corridor, and contributions towards education. The planning committee will decide on November 27th.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI

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2:14

£1B Greater Manchester Growth Fund: Projects Approved

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham unveils a £1 billion growth fund, aiming to boost development across the region by investing profits from city center projects in underinvested areas. The first £400 million unlocks an additional £1.3 billion in private funding, with thirteen projects up for approval next week and four more in March. Initial projects include Oldhams Princes Gate scheme, Trafford Wharf, Prestwich village revamp, Boltons Mayoral Development Corporation, Manchesters Sister

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2:06

Undetermined Cause: Woman's Death in House Fire

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Coroner unable to determine cause of death for Amanda Cox, 57, found in house fire; likely due to alcohol consumption or liver disease, despite sons claims of sobriety.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:06

Golborne's New Train Station: A Major Step for...

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Golborne, a town in Greater Manchester, is set to gain a direct train link to Manchester city center after six decades. The new station, expected to open in 2027, will significantly improve connectivity for the community. The project, valued at £32 million, is expected to be approved next year, with construction starting soon. The station will connect to Wigan North Western and Manchester Victoria, with a 30-minute journey to the city center. This initiative is part of a broader plan to expand the

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1:32

Man Hit by Car Escaping Knife Attack

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Man in Denton, England, narrowly escapes knife attack by being hit by a car. Daniel Morris was chased by Camron Greenwood, who had a knife, and was driven to the scene by Reece Affleck. Morris was hit by an Audi while trying to escape, but managed to avoid being run over. Affleck and Greenwood were later arrested and sentenced for affray and possessing a knife. The incident underscores the risks of street violence and the unclear motivations behind such attacks.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s

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2:01

Councillors Rejoin Conservatives After Defection

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Two councillors in Oldham, Dave Arnott and Christine Adams, have rejoined the Conservative group after leaving in March due to internal issues. Their return was quietly registered in October and publicly announced recently. This move follows a series of defections and alignments in the area, with the council now comprising a diverse range of political groups.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See

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1:54

Claire's Last Resort: Kidney Donor Needed

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Claire Boland, a mother of two, is desperately seeking a kidney donor. Diagnosed with type one diabetes at eight, she developed end-stage kidney failure seven years ago. After five years on the transplant list and no suitable matches, shes now appealing to the public for help. Claire has type O blood and one hundred percent antibodies, making her case challenging. Shes urging people to consider getting tested, emphasizing that a donor doesnt need to be related and that live kidney donation is

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1:55

Ava's Mystery: Reward for Identity & Cause

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

One year after Baby Avas tragic discovery in Salford, authorities renew appeal for information. Reward of £50,000 offered for solving the mystery of her identity and cause of death. Avas body found in shallow grave near Cleggs Lane, suggesting panicked action by the person who left her there. Police have followed up on 200 pieces of information, but believe her body may have been kept elsewhere for a significant period. Ava was likely stillborn, and a distinctive pair of pink and beige womens briefs

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1:54

Comedian's Life Saved by Audience, Returns to Stage

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Simon Cain, a comedian, survived a cardiac arrest during a performance, thanks to three audience members who performed CPR and restarted his heart. He spent time in the hospital, recovering from a blood clot, and is now back home, planning to tour next year. He also secured a defibrillator for the venue where the incident occurred.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:43

Rent Prices Soar in Greater Manchester

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/20

Rent prices in Tameside, Greater Manchester, have skyrocketed by 47.3% since 2021, now averaging £897 per month. Across the UK, rents have increased by 65 pounds monthly, totaling £1,360. Greater Manchester as a whole has seen a £288 monthly increase, with Trafford, Manchester, Salford, and Stockport also experiencing significant rent hikes of over 38% since 2021.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See

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1:54

New Evidence Challenges Murder Convictions of 3 Young...

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Three young men, convicted of murder in 2017, are getting a second chance at appeal due to new evidence. The Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) found flaws in the original prosecutions argument, which relied heavily on a gang narrative that lawyers claimed was based on racist stereotypes. The new evidence, including information about a rap music video recorded at a youth center, suggests the men were unfairly convicted. The CCRCs decision raises concerns about how gang narratives can influence

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1:34

Greater Manchester's Bold $1B Plan for Inclusive Growth

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Greater Manchester unveils a £1 billion plan to distribute economic growth across all boroughs, aiming to bridge the regions north-south divide. The Good Growth Fund will invest in over 30 projects, using profits from successful city center developments to support less-invested areas. The initiative, inspired by late Manchester council boss Sir Howard Bernstein, focuses on bottom-up development, creating nearly 3,000 new homes and over 22,000 jobs. The first £400 million will fund projects in

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1:58

Greater Manchester's $1B Good Growth Fund

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Greater Manchesters economy is booming, growing faster than any other UK region, even surpassing London. Mayor Andy Burnham introduces a new Good Growth model with a £1 billion fund for thirty projects, aiming to finance developments in overlooked areas. This strategy, backed by the Greater Manchester Pension Fund, is expected to unlock £1.3 billion in private capital. The regions success, driven by sectors like finance and digital technology, is attributed to consistency, collaboration, and

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2:01

Burglary Suspect Avoids Jail, Gets Community Sentence

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Alexander Riley, a twenty-one-year-old with a history of convictions, avoids jail time for his role in a burglary that led to the death of Dean Barnes. Riley, along with Adam Norman, planned to steal bikes from a shed, but the homeowner pursued them, leading to a crash that killed Barnes. Norman received a lengthy prison sentence, while Riley pleaded guilty to burglary and dangerous driving. Despite his poor record, Riley was given a three-year community sentence, unpaid work, and rehabilitation,

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1:55

Restaurant Owner Denies Terror Plot, Claims Sabotage

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Former restaurant owner, Walid Saadaoui, on trial for alleged gun attack plot, claims he intended to sabotage, not carry out, the attack. Testifies about threats from Person A and a supposed undercover operative, Farouk. Arrested with weapons and ammunition, denies preparing acts of terrorism.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:50

Man Denies Terror Plot, Claims 'Role Playing'

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

A man accused of plotting a mass murder of Jewish people claims he was just playing a role and had no intention of carrying out a terrorist attack. Walid Saadaoui, a former restaurateur and holiday camp entertainer, testified that he was acting under threat from an alleged ISIS member and planned to sabotage the plot by cutting the smuggled guns in half and calling the police. Saadaoui and his co-accused, Amar Hussein, both deny the terror charges, with the prosecution alleging they planned to

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1:47

Wigan Council Visits Warehouse Site Amid Public Concern

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Wigan councilors to visit warehouse site amid public concernsLocal councilors in Wigan are planning a site visit to a proposed warehouse development, following significant public opposition to a similar project. The plans, submitted by Kite Investments Limited, include three forty-foot-high storage warehouses and a large parking area for three hundred thirty-nine vehicles. The decision comes after twenty-three objections from nearby residents, who argue the development is inappropriate for a

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