CORONATION Street viewers are convinced Becky McDonald is about to make a comeback to the cobbles. The former barmaid - who is played by actress Katherine Kelly in the ITV soap - left Weatherfield in 2012 after a bitter war with Tracy Barlow, and hasn't been seen since despite her sister Kylie being murdered by Clayton Hibbs. But tonight Clayton's mother Shona was warned that Becky would return for revenge if she continued trying to get Clayton moved to an open prison. Leanne Battersby told her: "It won't just be the Platts who kick off. Kylie's sister Becky, have you met her? "She'll definitely have something to say about it. I know she's in Barbados but you wouldn't want to cross her." Viewers are convinced it's a sign Becky is set to return to the cobbles to deal with Clayton, who will soon stage a daring escape from prison. One wrote: "Becky needs to come back asap!!! #corrie" Another added: "when’s becky coming back then cos i miss her @itvcorrie #corrie" Kylie was knifed to … [Read more...] about Coronation Street fans convinced Becky McDonald is returning to the cobbles
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Coronation Street stars and their children enjoy family night out
Newlywed Tina O'Brien has enjoyed a family night out with her 'boys' after returning from her honeymoon. Coronation Street star Tina said "I do" with business development manager Adam Crofts on New Year's Eve with their son Beau playing a big part on their special day as both a groomsman and ringbearer. And Tina, Adam and four-year-old Beau were all smiles as they headed to see The Lego Movie 2 at the Legoland Discovery Centre at the Trafford Centre. Tina, whose daughter Scarlett was a 'mini maid of honour' at their wedding at the King Street Townhouse in Manchester city centre, said on her Instagram after the trip: "Great trip with my two boys to @ldc_manchester Everything (really) is Awesome and “This song IS gonna get stuck inside your head." Tina, who plays Sarah Platt in Corrie , and Adam have been together eight years after Scarlett introduced them in a coffee shop. The wedding was attended by Tina's castmates including Jack P Shepherd, Lucy Fallon who plays her daughter … [Read more...] about Coronation Street stars and their children enjoy family night out
Chippy started by Coronation Street stars opening in Leicester
A national fish and chip shop chain started by two Coronation Street stars is opening a branch in Leicester. The company already has more than 20 outlets in the UK, mainly in the north of England - and now it is opening its first Midlands branch here in Leicester. Mother Hubbard's is due to open in London Road in the next few weeks. The building is currently undergoing a £250,000 refit and will be turned into a 24-seat diner. It is expected to create up to 20 jobs. The first Mother Hubbard's was opened in Bradford in 1972, by Coronation Street stars Bernard Youens and Jean Alexander who played long-serving characters Stan and Hilda Ogden. The brand now has more than 20 locations in the UK such as Bradford, Leeds, Batley, Sheffield, Halifax, Wakefield, Oldham and Blackburn. According to the company, Mother Hubbard's serves "the nation's most loved premium fish and chips." On the menu at the new Leicester branch, you can expect to see traditional fresh fish and chips, as well as … [Read more...] about Chippy started by Coronation Street stars opening in Leicester
Coronation Street’s Alan Halsall reveals he can’t get a Valentine’s Day date despite weight loss and hair transplant after divorce from Lucy Jo Hudson
CORONATION Street's Alan Halsall has revealed that he doesn't have a date for Valentine's Day - despite his shock weight loss and hair transplant following his divorce. The 36-year-old star has overhauled his image since splitting from wife Lucy-Jo Hudson in May last year, but took to Instagram to reveal that he still hasn't found anybody special to spend the romantic date with. Alan, who plays Tyrone Dobbs in the ITV soap, simply shared a meme of a pint of milk that expires on February 14th. The image reads: "When your milk has a Valentine's day date and you don't." The actor simply captioned the image with a violin emoji alongside the crying with laughter icon. Alan was quickly inundated with supportive comments from fans, including offers to go on a date with him. One eager follower wrote: "I'll be your date." Another added: "I’ll happily be your Valentine." A third shared: "I’ve always thought you were gorgeous! Happy Valentines." The post comes just days after Alan … [Read more...] about Coronation Street’s Alan Halsall reveals he can’t get a Valentine’s Day date despite weight loss and hair transplant after divorce from Lucy Jo Hudson
Ofsted slams Coronation Street star’s old £7k-a-year Shipley school
A £7,000-a-year independent school in Shipley where Coronation Street star Bill Roache was educated has been rated as Inadequate by Ofsted. Inspectors visited Michael House, a Steiner Waldorf school, in December and have just published their report.They found the school warranted the lowest possible grade on all of five main criteria, and downgraded its overall score from the previous second-lowest, Satisfactory.Lead inspector Simon Hollingworth said: “The school must rapidly improve its procedures to keep children safe and to monitor their welfare [and] rapidly improve the impact of leadership and management in every aspect.”Serious failings included the consistency of recruitment checks, inappropriate storage of tools and hazardous substances, and ineffective risk assessments.Inspectors also cited low GCSE attainment and pupil progress, and inadequate support for pupils with Special Educational Needs, and limited staff development.Michael House, which currently has … [Read more...] about Ofsted slams Coronation Street star’s old £7k-a-year Shipley school