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24th March 2023 | By Elena John

Hulme book giveaway aims to raise money for local charities

Thousands of books will be on offer at a giveaway away this weekend which aims to raise money for a number of local charities in Hulme.

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19th March 2023 | By Benjamin Golaub

Another Haaland Hattrick puts Manchester City past Burnley in 6-0 FA Cup thrashing.

Manchester City lined up with only four players staying in the squad from Wednesdays game against RB Leipzig: Ortega, Walker, Dias, Laporte, Lewis, Rodri, De...

workers marching down Oxford Road during strike action for better pay.

15th March 2023 | By Joe Cole

Striking doctors, teachers, lecturers and civil servants march together for better pay

Members of doctors and teaching unions come together in joint strike action for march down Oxford Road.

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28th February 2023 | By Joe Hylton

Manchester United secures victory of Carabao Cup after nine-year wait

Manchester United has won the Carabao Cup after a long 9 year wait. Erik Ten Hag has boosted the morale of the club and the squad

Blackley fire station redevelopment

28th February 2023 | By Thomas Markham

Blackley fire station to receive ‘major overhaul’ as part of £38m investment across Manchester

Greater Manchester Combined Authority have announced plans to redevelop Blackley fire station as part of a £38 million investment. The new building will be enviromentally friendly and allow communities access to using the facilities.

23rd February 2023 | By Joe Hylton

Andrew Simpson brings nostalgia to Chorlton with his large collection of historic photographs

Local historian Andrew Simpson has been collecting and publishing photographs of Chorlton in Manchester for many years. His books of images document the changing nature of this popular south Manchester suburb through the years.

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21st February 2023 | By Joe Hylton

National tomato shortage not affecting Manchester, says fruit and veg stallholder

There may be a tomato shortage in the supermarkets due to the cold weather in Spain but one Manchester trader says he has plenty to...

Inside Oldham Coliseum Theatre

21st February 2023 | By Jessica Smith

More than 7,000 people sign petition to save Oldham Coliseum from closure

Oldham Coliseum at risk of closure as more than 7,000 people sign petition to save it from closure

14th February 2023 | By Thomas Markham

Preview: Here’s what you need to know about tomorrow’s heavyweight clash between Arsenal and Man City

Manchester City make a trip to north London tomorrow (Wednesday) in a top of the table clash against Arsenal. Arsenal currently sit at the top...

7th February 2023 | By Joe Hylton

75-year-old grandfather’s death labelled ‘suspicious’ by police

A 75-year-old man’s death is being treated as ‘possibly suspicious’ by police. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have launched an investigation into the death of beloved...

7th February 2023 | By Kate Gaetto

The Premier League opens an inquiry into Man City’s financial records from 2009 to date

Manchester City have been charged with breaking over 100 finance regulations over a nine-year period, spanning from the 2009-10 season to the 2017-18 season. During...

7th February 2023 | By Miles Cooke

Murder investigation launched following death of man in Longsight

Greater Manchester Police has launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in Longsight. Police were called to a property on Plymouth Grove...

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31st January 2023 | By Miles Cooke

FA Cup fifth round draw: Manchester City men and women both face trip to Bristol and United host Hammers

Both Manchester clubs now know their fate in the FA Cup fifth round, with Manchester City and Manchester United featured in last night’s draw on...

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31st January 2023 | By Beth Ibbotson

Former Salford police officer dismissed for improper relationship with vulnerable woman

A Salford police officer has been sacked from Greater Manchester Police for carrying out an “improper relationship” with a vulnerable woman. Paul Banks appeared before...

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18th January 2023 | By Jessica Smith

BBC Radio Manchester work alongside mayor Andy Burnham to support upcoming musicians in the city

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham this week kickstarted a new program together with BBC Radio Manchester to help upcoming musicians in the city. The mayor will...

Entrance to Eccles Shopping Centre

12th January 2023 | By Jessica Smith

Eccles shopping centre bought by Salford council for £4m to help boost ‘much needed’ regeneration in town

Salford council has bought Eccles shopping centre from previous owners – Columbia Threadneedle Properties – for a reported £4.15m. The shopping centre has been taken...

4th January 2023 | By Joe Hylton

When Mohammed Ali visited Manchester in 1992 and was captured on film in a mock sparring contest

An iconic legend known for his speed and his ability, not many people may know that Mohammed Ali – the greatest heavyweight boxer of all...

A pop up living room in Stevenson Square, Northern Quarter

3rd January 2023 | By Zara Gallimore

‘Pop-up living room’ appears in the heart of Northern Quarter to encourage people to chat and improve their mental health

A pop-up ‘living room’ open to anyone and everyone to have a cup of tea and a chat appeared in in the Northern Quarter.  Social...

2nd January 2023 | By Thomas Markham

Manchester hosts scouts from across the world for Manchester Monopoly Run 2022

Manchester saw its streets flooded with scouts from across the world when it hosted the Monopoly Run 2022. It was a busy weekend for Manchester...

People viewing 'Going to the Match' painting

28th November 2022 | By Thomas Markham

‘It’s Coming Home’: Iconic Lowry painting returns to public gallery after record-breaking sale

Mesmerised Mancunians traveled in their droves to see L.S Lowry’s ‘Going to the Match’ as the painting is rehung in The Lowry Art Gallery. The...