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22nd April 2024 | By Leslie Kerwin

Mayoral elections: Greater Manchester candidates agree ‘a set of standards’ should be placed on student accommodation after election

Current Labour mayor Andy Burnham and the Liberal Democrats’ Jake Austin have confirmed student accommodation would be included on the Good Landlord Charter if they...

16th April 2024 | By Matthew Barber

Breakthrough for travel between Manchester Piccadilly and Liverpool

The government have updated Northern Powerhouse rail with a proposed express line from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool on track.

16th April 2024 | By Ukamaka Iyede

Manchester Library’s 3D virtual tours are now accessible online

People can now explore all 22 libraries in Manchester online with new 3D virtual tours

16th April 2024 | By Thomas Why

Dramatic drop in Stockport crime due to neighbourhood team

Stockport has seen a huge drop in crime following the Neighbourhood Crime Team's operation over the past year.

16th April 2024 | By Rebecca Mills

Heiress’ family fights to stop husband cleared of murder from inheriting £4.4m

The family of a wealthy heiress from Trafford is attempting to prevent her former husband from inheriting her £4.4m will following the collapse of his...

16th April 2024 | By Makenna Ali

PM Rishi Sunak faces backlash amidst plan to create a ‘smokefree generation’

Rishi Sunak’s bill to ban smoking of tobacco and vapes long term faces backlash and opposition from Manchester's young people

16th April 2024 | By Matthew Barber

Family pay tribute to 21-year-old man who was ‘loved by everyone’ following fatal motorbike accident in Wigan

The family of 21-year-old, Lewis Durham have given a touching tribute following his death in a fatal motorbike accident this Saturday (April 13th.)

11th April 2024 | By Meg Jones

No-fault evictions are leaving families without a home

Greater Manchester Tenants Union is fighting on behalf of Moss Side to gain back control and put a stop to poor housing conditions. The union...

11th April 2024 | By Leslie Kerwin

Devonte’s legacy will be ‘to prevent future deaths’, say family

Devonte Scott, who died following a pursuit by police in 2021, has been described by his family as “an amazing young boy” who was “well-respected...

10th April 2024 | By Anna Klekot

New petition urges for sale of ‘decaying’ Chorlton landmark

Chorlton councillors have showed their support in petition for redevelopment of unused Mauldeth House after a lack of care has been shown to the site for years.

10th April 2024 | By Leslie Kerwin

Family of teenager who died following police pursuit join others in mourning at vigil

Brandon Geasley was just 18 when he died following a police pursuit involving GMP police. He died after he smashed into an oncoming car while...

10th April 2024 | By Leslie Kerwin

No justice no peace: families and campaigners call for an end to ‘unnecessary’ police pursuits by GMP

Grieving families in Manchester are calling for an end to ‘unnecessary’ police chases which end in the deaths of young people.

8th April 2024 | By Meg Jones

Manchester Council execute new parking scheme for Moss Side community

The council have implemented a new and improved parking scheme for the locals in Moss Side to create ease within the community.

2nd April 2024 | By Martha Norris

Grassroots venues in Manchester need the love.  

Manchesters' music scene is one of the best in the country, and special greassroots venues like DBA, based in Cheetham Hill is keeping afford nights alive

2nd April 2024 | By Leslie Kerwin

17-year-old passenger in speeding car chased by police was ‘unlawfully killed’, inquest determines

The death of a 17-year-old passenger who was driven through a red light while being pursued by police has been ruled an unlawful killing, an...

2nd April 2024 | By Martha Norris

18 months since Operation Vulcan – but how successful has it been?

Operation vulcan have been thriving for the Cheetham Hill's community making it safer and less crimes.

2nd April 2024 | By Anna Klekot

Businesses harmed in Chorlton by new cycleways

Roadworks still ongoing outside businesses on Manchester Road as footfall drops in Chorlton

25th March 2024 | By Meg Jones

Moss Side Social Stitching take recycling into their own hands

The Moss Side Millennium Powerhouse host a social stitching group where residents in the community come together over tea and biscuits to do their bit for recycling.

20th March 2024 | By Meg Jones

Moss Side fire station boxer is heading to the Paris 2024 Olympics

The 24-year-old trains at Moss Side Fire Station Boxing Club and is now a part of Team GB

19th March 2024 | By Ukamaka Iyede

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg criticises regarding Ofcom ruling on politicians as newsreaders

MP Jacob Rees-Mogg, leader of the House of Commons, has criticised Ofcom's ruling regarding his appearances on GB News