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Sir Alex Ferguson: "I was terrified" on his return to Old Trafford after brain haemorrhage

Kasper Skov Jensen

Sir Alex Ferguson tells BBC Breakfast about returning to Old Trafford after his 2018 brain haemorrhage and the matches in his new book, Games of My Life.

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Julie Hesmondhalgh to receive first Great British Theatres Lifetime Achievement Award

Kasper Skov Jensen

The actress will be honoured by the Theatres Trust on 2 November for her campaign to save Oldham Coliseum and her support for regional theatre.

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Lollipop lady who is 'credit to Middleton' retires after 37 years

Kasper Skov Jensen

Lollipop lady Barbara Gould, who has helped children cross Grimshaw Lane in Middleton, has retired after 37 years.

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Natalie Pike describes 'terrifying' eight-month stalker ordeal after conviction

Kasper Skov Jensen

Man City TV presenter Natalie Pike says her stalker was arrested after she recognised him at the Etihad. He was convicted on 25 September and given a suspended sentence and restraining order.

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