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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.

19th March 2024 | By Raphael Boyd

Major Bolton based food factory fined £800k for worker injuries

A major British food factory based in Bolton has been ruled as responsible for injuries sustained by two workers. Stateside Food, who have a factory...

Manchester Jewish Museum building

13th March 2024 | By Martha Norris

More than a Museum in Cheetham Hill

Manchester’s Jewish Museum is opening its doors in many ways to bring local and the wider community of Cheetham Hill.  The newly renovated space of...

23rd January 2024 | By Amber Brooks

Storm Isha and Storm Jocelyn continue to cause disruption to Greater Manchester

Storm Isha's devastation continues as second storm hits the UK

18th January 2024 | By Meg Jones

‘Choosing between eating or heating’: the cost of living crisis vs. Women

The Women and Equalities select committee are knuckling down on how the cost of living crisis is impacting women. The committee opened their enquiry in...

15th January 2024 | By Amber Brooks

New strategy put in place after youth homelessness rises 57% in the last five years

Help is being offered to young people in need of accommodation in new strategy

15th January 2024 | By Martha Norris

Manchester’s newest way to fight loneliness  

The successful Timeleft app is coming to Manchester to help with the growing problem of loneliness and is their way of changing this growing trend....

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8th January 2024 | By Anna Klekot

Latest plans for Manchester’s new arena spark backlash from councillors

Councillors concerned over late opening times of new music venue in Ancoats

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19th December 2023 | By Martha Norris

Christmas conscious as shopping needs to be made sustainable with the climate crisis. 

With Christmas right around the corner, the cost-of-living crisis hitting everyone’s purses this is how charity shops become the heroes of a sustainable and low-cost Christmas....

5th December 2023 | By Zoe Spencer

Stan’s Secret Santa begins at Manchester Museum

Feature image credit: Manchester Museum. Manchester Museum’s beloved Tyrannosaurus Rex, Stan, has put his Santa hat on for a charity gift appeal. Stan’s secret santa...

23rd November 2023 | By Matchday Live

‘Ref-mic’ first for Matchday Live as women’s rugby coverage moves up another notch

MMU 53 Sheffield 5 By Felicity Hitch at Platt Lane Viewers watching MMU’s Matchday Live coverage of this week’s women’s rugby Cup clash with Sheffield...

Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt outside number 11.

22nd November 2023 | By Andrew Dickinson

The Autumn Statement

Jeremy Hunt delivers the autumn statement today. It’s the Chancellor’s opportunity to make tax and spending announcements outside of the Budget. 

A mural commemorating Sir Bobby Charlton

26th October 2023 | By Raphael Boyd

‘He was a legend’ – Manchester United fans remember Sir Bobby Charlton

Manchester United fans came together to honour the life of Sir Bobby Charlton at the first home game since his passing. The legendary player, who...

26th October 2023 | By Matchday Live

MMU Women dig deep to grab late York win

MMU Women 22 York 19 By Charlie Ball at Platt Lane A gritty and determined second half comeback by Man Met Women was enough to...

Promotional poster for Flashback Festival at Platt Fields Park.

22nd May 2023 | By Zara Gallimore

Festivals and the environment: are we doing enough?

How can event organisers be more environmentally friendly to protect our fields after festivals.

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23rd February 2023 | By Joseph Barnes-Taylor

2-0 To Team Blorange.

Second victory for MMU over Sheffield in 54-31 Onslaught. An extremely convincing win for MMU against University of Sheffield at Platt Lane today, with a...

Man found with £10k

14th February 2023 | By Thomas Mansbridge

Man arrested by police in Cheetham Hill on suspicion of money laundering after being found carrying £10k

A 51-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of money laundering after a police search found the man carrying £10,000. Officers were on a routine...

3rd February 2023 | By Callum Scott

Labour voters cautious ahead of disastrous Sunak polls

As the leadership of Rishi Sunak reaches past the 100-day mark, polls are emerging day after day that would suggest Labour are in its strongest...

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31st January 2023 | By Thomas Mansbridge

Oldham councillor urges Ofgem to reform the use of prepayment meters as thousands face cold and dark this winter

An Oldham councillor has sent an open letter to Ofgem urging it to remove prepayment meters for thousands of households. Also known as pay-as-you-go meters,...

23rd January 2023 | By Callum Pickup

A New Project aims to Protect Polish Minorities from Domestic Abuse

A new project has been established in Manchester to offer specialist support for Polish victims and survivors of domestic abuse.  Vesta-Specialist Family Support CIC (previously...