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8th November 2019 | By Anish Vij

Masterchef 2019 semi-finalist talks about her experience on the show and believes female chefs can pursue their dreams

Masterchef semi-finalist of 2019 Panisha Patel got her nursing degree in Manchester but soon discovered her love of food. While staying at university accommodation with five other students,...

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4th November 2019 | By Marcus Chan

New sketch book brings to life redevelopment of city centre quarter

A Manchester sketcher and writer has created a sketchbook named Mayfield Stories which brings the redevelopment of a historic part of the city to life....

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30th October 2019 | By Isaac Jordan

Deansgate ‘terrorism’ arrests trigger travel chaos in city centre for commuters

Two men arrested on suspicion of terror offences on Deansgate yesterday have been released without charge and police say they are treating the incident as irresponsible behaviour. Greater Manchester...

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30th October 2019 | By Isaac Jordan

City council leader faces criticism for labelling protestors ‘climate extremists’

Councillor Richard Leese, leader of the city council, is facing criticism for his use of the phrase “climate extremists” when describing climate protestors in Manchester. Councillor Leese...

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28th October 2019 | By Anish Vij

Student lands job at Manchester Confidential because of hugely popular food blog

A Man Met student said to be Manchester’s biggest food blogger has landed a new role at long-standing website Manchester Confidential. Zack Hipps, who regularly gets...

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18th October 2019 | By Isaac Jordan

Protestors demand an end to Turkish attacks in northern Syria

Hundreds of protestors in Manchester have called for an end to killings and military action against Kurdish forces and communities in northern Syria. Turkey began its military action last week...

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25th September 2019 | By Isaac Jordan

Cable theft at Heaton Park Tramway sees community pull together

The Heaton Park Tramway in north Manchester is out of service “indefinitely” after suspected metal theifs stole and damaged overhead cables. The theft cut power to the tramways lakeside depot,...

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4th July 2019 | By nq_admin

Manchester International Festival 2019: what to look out for

Taking place across 18 days Manchester International Festival features an array of  UK and world premieres from internationally-acclaimed artists from more than 20 countries. With...

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31st March 2019 | By Derrick Flanagin

American Airlines flight departs Manchester 22 minutes early without passenger – and blames passenger

When Matt Mascarenas showed up at Manchester’s Ringway International airport at 7.30am for his 10.05am flight, he was chuffed at how early he was. “I...

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20th March 2019 | By nq_admin

Manchester’s most influential music: who would you rate?

Over the decades Manchester has produced some phenominal music and sparked the interest of the youth growing up here and throughout the nation. Bands such...

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3rd March 2019 | By nq_admin

Rise up, strong women of Manchester – Walk for Women 2019

This year’s Walk for Women was the second of its kind in Manchester, with the first taking place last year to mark the 100 year anniversary...

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12th February 2019 | By Sarai Van-Cook

Incoming Festival 2019 line-up announced by Home promises a ‘radical shake-up’

The line-up for this year’s Incoming Festival at Home in Manchester has been announced.  The festival will be presented simultaneously in London’s New Diorama Theatre...

Boycott Euro-vision 2019

8th February 2019 | By [email protected]

Palestinian protest at Media City calls for boycott of Eurovision 2019

Palestinian protest at Media City calls for boycott of BBC screening of Eurovision 2019

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26th January 2019 | By [email protected]

Police forced to keep rival protestors apart in Piccadilly Gardens after visit by ‘yellow vests’ to city

Police keep 'yellow vest' activists apart from counter-demonstrators in Piccadilly Gardens

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20th January 2019 | By Sam Peckett

Manchester healthcare partnership ‘preparing’ Brexit plan, spokesperson says

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester’s healthcare partnership has stated the region is prepared for ‘any and all possible events’ that may impact services as a...

Bollocks to Brexit Bus

20th January 2019 | By Sam Peckett

The Bollocks to Brexit bus visits Manchester as part of European tour

The Bollocks to Brexit bus visited Manchester as part of its European tour to encourage debate around Brexit and the benefits of remaining in the...

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14th January 2019 | By O.enwegbara

Wheel Of Misfortune – Campaign Fighting for clean streets for wheelchair users & cyclists

We all value our independence and ability to go from one place to another freely but imagine not being able to go anywhere on a...

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11th January 2019 | By Lewis Finney

Activist erect billboards under Russian GRU guise

A group of activists disguised as Russian GRU agents have claimed responsibility for a series of satirical billboards which have appeared throughout Manchester. 

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7th January 2019 | By [email protected]

Manchester activists join nationwide refugee solidarity demonstration

Manchester Stand up to Racism held a demonstration in St Peter’s square as part of a nationwide solidarity protest in support of refugees. Members of...

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14th December 2018 | By Joseph Chorlton

Popular student bar Joshua Brooks flooded during Quids in’ event

A broken tap in the men’s bathroom led to the bottom floor of Joshua Brooks being flooded during a Quids In event this week. The flood...