Versatile Silva showing why keeping him was key for Pep

IT is clear to everyone why Pep Guardiola was so keen to keep Bernardo Silva this summer.

Impressive Ford drives Sharks to win at Bristol

ENGLAND fly-half George Ford was the difference as the playmaking maestro inspired Sale to a 27-13 win over Bristol at Ashton Gate.

Public inquiry into imam murder

A PUBLIC inquiry will be held to examine the circumstances surrounding the death of a murdered imam.

Pub brute battered pensioner twice his age

Thug jailed for attack that left 78-year-old victim bloodied and bruised

Man saved from river near pub

A MAN was rescued from the River Irwell after police, fire engines and an air ambulance were scrambled to the scene.

Food hampers to help families in need

VOLUNTEERS came together to unite in a 'message of hope, happiness and giving' to provide hundreds of hampers of food for families in need across Manchester to mark Diwali today.

Hot air balloon landing drama

A HOT air balloon made an impromptu landing on an industrial estate-sparking a large emergency services response.

Lecturer's £8,000 payout after years of tooth agony

'I wouldn't wish the pain on my worst enemy'

Man, 29, charged after death of grandad

A MAN has been charged following the death of a grandad.

And Derrick's special prize...

Dad-of-five who won £20k from 50p bet plans to treat himself to Bullseye classic speedboat

Mum's the biggest fan of Lego on her block!

A MUM who has spent thousands on Lego and even met her partner through her hobby says she doesn't care if people find it weird.

Stairs plunge terror of lift battle family HELE

A DAD has spoken of his horror after his disabled daughter fell being carried upstairs following years of fighting to have a home lift installed.

Northern Care Alliance faces fight to save £88m

ONE of the largest NHS trusts operating some of the biggest hospitals in Greater Manchester is being forced to make huge savings amid a multi-million pound deficit.

Blues must be wary of old boys as they seek capital gains

RINSE and repeat Manchester City headed down to London for a tough game before the international break and things didn't go so well.

Defender bails out misfiring strikeforce again

GOALS are so scarce at Manchester United that the defence has done as much attacking as the attackers.

Unrest at election candidate process

THERE have been ructions in places such as Wakefield, Bolton and Cumbria in recent months as, under Keir Starmer's leadership, Labour bosses have been stepping in to shape the party's selection of local candidates for the upcoming General Election.

Experts solve riddle of dead fish in pond

HUNDREDS of dead fish have been found in a pond in a park but the problem is not due to pollution, the Environment Agency has said.

Plan for new Joy Division mural

NEW Joy Division artwork is being planned in Stockport in tribute to one of Greater Manchester's most famous bands.

Cycle route records broken in bike boom

CYCLING is proving more popular than ever in Manchester after several records were smashed over the past month.

'Soaring costs will price many out of city centre living'

PEOPLE who own flats in Manchester city centre say the area has become unaffordable as their bills have risen by as much as £792 per month, according to new a survey.

'It's like a kick in the guts'

Victims' anger as paedophile to be moved to open prison after only 18 months of jail sentence

GMP defend use of force against 'punched' man

A POLICE officer filmed punching a man being detained in the street used \"appropriate force\", Greater Manchester Police have said.

'Luba has become part of the family - she even does the school run!'

ADAM Thomas has spoken of the 'frustrating' part of his Strictly Come Dancing experience - but said that working so closely with dance partner Luba Mushtuk has led to her becoming part of the Thomas family.

Flat plan for 'important' town house

PLANS have been unveiled to turn a listed building described as \"of national importance\" into flats.

Long reign of King of the Kippaxis over after 35 years

Couple behind popular Manchester City fanzine are retiring at the top'

He looked at me and said 'I don't date black women'

How Sienna's search for love left her feeling frustrated and excluded

Wing wizard Jeremy casts his spell as Cherries are hit for six

WITH City 3-0 up at home to Bournemouth as the players headed off for halftime, you might have expected some activity on the pitch during the break.

You know Bru comes to rescue as Reds get the message

A BEDSHEET unfurled in the away end had the words 'Play like you mean it!!' daubed onto it. United players got the message.

Pep likes what he sees from his side

CITY showed they are ready to challenge for titles again with their performance in Switzerland this week, Pep Guardiola believes.

Sharks blown out of the water in big loss

SALE'S perfect start to the season came to an abrupt halt after a 43-0 defeat at Exeter yesterday.