In this week’s edition of Quays Express (December 12), there are 22 pages filled with news, entertainment, features and sport of interest to readers from across the Greater Manchester region.

Manchester United have plunged into the Europa League for the second time in five years after a dramatic 3-2 defeat at Wolfsburg ended their participation in the Champions League. Adam Higgins assesses what went wrong for the Reds…

A 63-year-old from Hadfield got back into the boxing ring for one final time in aid of charity in front of more than 500 people in Manchester.

A Hadfield man dusted off his boxing gloves to turn out for one final time in aid of charity last weekend.

As a former fundraiser, Ben Baxter is used to being avoided and ignored on the streets. But now the University of Salford graduate is bringing his play ‘Chuggers’ – that was inspired by those experiences – to the Greater Manchester Comedy Festival next month.

How Quays News covered proceedings in the House of Commons, from PMQs to Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell’s response, as they unfolded in our live text commentary.

From tax credit U-turns to police budget cuts, Adam Higgins breaks down what was said in the Spending Review and Autumn Statement, with particular emphasis on the North West.

Phil Jones insists Manchester United need the supporters more than ever after Saturday’s defeat to Norwich City in the Barclays Premier League.

Read ManUtd.com's guide to Sunday's big game between local rivals Manchester United and Manchester City at Old Trafford.

A Glossop woman is sitting comfortably after winning a brand new sofa as a token of her generosity in helping the lives of disadvantaged children.

The wet weather didn’t spoil the fun as thousands turned out on Saturday night for the annual Glossop and Gamesley bonfire and fireworks extravaganza.

As a former ‘chugger’ himself, Ben Baxter knows about being avoided on the streets but he’s drawn from his fundraising experiences to bring the story of two best friends with different characteristics to the stage.  

Vincent Kompany reflected on an unforgettable derby draw against United and the competition for places in the Blues defence after the stalemate at Old Trafford.

FC United of Manchester goalkeeper Dave Carnell has received heartfelt support from a 12-year-old boy who aspires to be like him in a series of inspiring tweets. 

Davis Blank Furniss Solicitors have joined forces with Glossop-based accountancy firm Lomas and Company to hold a free seminar for business owners to start thinking about planning their exit.

Glossop paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives in war at a service in the town centre to commemorate Remembrance Sunday.

England internationals Chris Smalling and Phil Jones are keen to prove they can be a top centre-back pairing for Manchester United, following the goalless derby draw with City.

Award-winning comedian Penella Mellor has combined her favourite local acts and a showcase of new talent for what promises to be a laugh-a-minute evening at this year’s Greater Manchester Comedy Festival.

Manchester United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger was delighted to force the winning goal in the dramatic late victory over Watford at Vicarage Road on Saturday.

The introduction of a mandatory 5p charge for plastic bags across thousands of North West stores today (October 5) has undoubtedly split opinion.