John Leech and Chris Green clash over Brexit “shambles”
"I'm not happy with any type of Brexit" declares Lib Dem John Leech despite country voting to Leave
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“Huge win for local businesses” as McDonald’s pull out of Didsbury
McDonald's have today given up hope of building a new drive-thru outlet in the heart of Didsbury after a community…
John Leech re-elected in double win for Lib Dems
The Liberal Democrats are celebrating a stunning result in Manchester as John Leech stormed to the top of the…
News
Plaque in memory of Tony Warren unveiled
Anthony McVay Simpson (Tony Warren) MBE (8 July 1936 – 1 March 2016), creator of Coronation Street, the world’s longest running continuing drama, is being commemorated with a heritage plaque.
Close friend and executor of Tony’s will, Dave Tucker plus Salford’s City Mayor, close friends and some well-known faces will unveil the plaque at the…
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Open letter from Ian Hopkins
On the anniversary of the Manchester Arena Attack, the BBC chose to air a documentary which attempted to describe and depict the events of this terrible…
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New support group to help parents help their children with…
Two resourceful mothers from Little Hulton are launching a support group for parents with children who have mental health issues, having recognised a need.…
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The all-new Worsley College is unveiled by the Ceremonial Mayor of Salford
On Saturday 21 April 2018, at a special community event, the former Walkden Campus was renamed Worsley College in honour of the establishment’s long heritage.
The college opened its doors to the local community for their free, fun day event last Saturday. But the occasion also served another purpose, to formally commemorate the renaming of the…
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Bus operator’s licence curtailed after prosecution for…
A bus company which failed to auto enrol its staff into a company pension scheme has had its transport licence cut from 40 to 31 vehicles indefinitely.…
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WATCH: Have the Lib Dems taken it too far with their latest…
The Liberal Democrats have launched a hard-hitting new film ahead of a critical set of local elections for the party.
The new film, called 'What Will You…
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Current Affairs
Labour MP posts smiling selfie with councillor under police investigation
Just days ago, Jeff Smith - the Labour MP for Manchester Withington - posted a smiling selfie with a disgraced…
John Leech re-elected in double win for Lib Dems
The Liberal Democrats are celebrating a stunning result in Manchester as John Leech stormed to the top of the ballot on the 20th anniversary of his public service in the city.
Elected alongside him was longtime campaigner Richard Kilpatrick, doubling the Liberal Democrat presence on Manchester Council.
Despite Labour flooding the seat with…
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Manchester
New support group to help parents help their children with mental health issues
Two resourceful mothers from Little Hulton are launching a support group for parents with children who have mental health issues, having recognised a need.
Alison Gresty, who has a 12-year-old daughter suffering from anxiety and Jayne Nickeas, whose daughter has learning difficulties, both realised that being able to give their daughters the…
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The all-new Worsley College is unveiled by the Ceremonial Mayor of Salford
On Saturday 21 April 2018, at a special community event, the former Walkden Campus was renamed Worsley College in…
Bus operator’s licence curtailed after prosecution for failing to auto-enrol staff…
A bus company which failed to auto enrol its staff into a company pension scheme has had its transport licence cut…
WATCH: Have the Lib Dems taken it too far with their latest campaign film?
The Liberal Democrats have launched a hard-hitting new film ahead of a critical set of local elections for the…
New Salford women’s football club on winning streak
A new women’s football team is stepping out in style after scoring a new sponsor – Salix Homes.
Barr Hill Ladies…
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Offerton mum back to marathons after spinal surgery success
A mum from Offerton in Stockport has said goodbye to a life of pain as she trains for her next half…
Manchester’s tech sector sees continuing growth
Manchester might have built its reputation on football and music, but as the city has enjoyed rejuvenation and investment over the past decade, its tech sector has also begun to truly blossom. Last year, it was estimated that the sector generates almost £3 billion every year. This makes Manchester the fourth largest IT hub in the country,…
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Business
Manchester-based Growth Company To Help Build Next Generation Of Export Support…
Export Growth Partners is a new venture formed by four leading UK business support organisations. The pioneering…
Going Out
A Ferry Merry Christmas Gift!
Mersey Ferries launches two unique gift vouchers for their renowned Manchester Ship Canal Cruises and Summer Evening Cruise, to float your boat this Christmas.
For the first time, gift vouchers are available for the Summer Evening Cruise programme and can be exchanged for a ticket on any scheduled cruise during 2018.
The much-…
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Manchester Oktoberfest 2017
Albert Square will be transformed into a traditional Oktoberfest with live music and a great atmosphere.
Over…
Manchester Science Festival 2017
Manchester Science Festival is a creative, playful and surprising celebration of science.
It is the largest…
Manchester Food and Drink Festival
The Manchester Food and Drink Festival is the UK's largest urban food and drink festival celebrating its 20th anniversary year in 2017.
The festival will return from 28th September - 9th October, bringing with it a whole host of food, drink and entertainment.
The festival takes over much of Manchester city centre and the surrounding districts…
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Halloweekend
This October Manchester city centre retailers present Halloweekend! – a two-day family friendly spooktacular.…
Thousands celebrate fun-filled Manchester Pride weekend
Thousands flock to Manchester to celebrate the city's annual pride festival, with 140 floats and over 3,000…
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Changing the approach to redevelopment of the City Centre
Opposition campaigners call for the council to do more to ensure affordable housing is provided as part of massive…
Sports coach jailed for string of offences against boys
A former sports coach has been jailed for a string of sexual offences against young boys.
Michael Hunter…
Woman raped in Stretford
An investigation has been launched after a woman was raped in Stretford.
Shortly before 9.30am on Sunday 4…
Salford secures £500k for youth services
A newly formed organisation, the Ordsall, Langworthy, Weaste and Seedley Youth Alliance, which will be…
Controversial plans submitted for new 24 hour McDonald’s Restaurant at Tesco East…
Controversial plans have been submitted to build a new two storey McDonald's restaurant within the car park of the …
Freemasons unveil new Manchester Masonic Centre
The Manchester Masonic centre held its official open evening on Monday 15th January 2018 inside the…
Board of Deputies in Manchester to help bridge the divide between Jews and Muslims
Next week, the President and Vice President of the Board of Deputies of British Jews will be in Manchester for two…
RBH carol singers bring festive fun
RBH employee volunteers warmed up both their vocal cords and the mulled wine as they spread Christmas cheer with a…