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Greater Manchester: Quick Facts

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Remembrance Sunday 2026 full list of services and parades across Greater Manchester including city centre • Nov. 5, 2026, 1:17 AM ET (Manchester Evening News)
The Gorton road marked by death after death with nothing done. Now, action is being taken • Nov. 2, 2026, 1:28 AM ET (Manchester Evening News)
Alex Warren announces huge Heaton Park show next summer - how to get tickets • Oct. 23, 2026, 5:50 AM ET (Manchester Evening News)
Met Office reveals exact time Storm Austen will hit Greater Manchester with wind and rain • Oct. 22, 2026, 4:56 AM ET (Manchester Evening News)

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