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9th February 2022 | By David Smith

Police respond to deadly three weeks of knife crime by increasing stop and search powers

Greater Manchester Police have increased their stop and search powers after three fatal stabbings in three weeks.   Over the weekend police stopped and searched...

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9th February 2022 | By Alimat Akanni

Mum of new baby shares experience of participation in pioneering CBD treatment for brain injury

Three babies born at St Mary’s hospital were enrolled in a pioneering Cannabidiol (CBD) research as a potential treatment for newborns with moderate or severe brain injury....

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9th February 2022 | By Rebecca Redican

Cancer patients in Greater Manchester test cutting-edge wearable technology to keep doctors in the loop

Health sensors that track vital signs are allowing doctors to assess the progress of their patients

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9th February 2022 | By Joseph O'Shea

Electric cargo bikes come to Manchester with the hope to shift towards greener travel

eCargo bikes are predicetd to be the newest mode of green travel around Manchester. The bikes are electrically powered via a reachargable battery and an electric powered motor....

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5th February 2022 | By Callum Scott

Delight as FC dominate Witton in a match nearly called off because of atrocious weather conditions

FC have continued their march for a playoff place in the Pitching In Northern Premier Division with an impressive 2-0 win over Witton Albion. A...

MMU Basketball

3rd February 2022 | By Joseph O'Shea

Rodriguez leads unbeaten Mets as Longden eyes two lots of silverware for MMU Basketball

The unbeaten MMU 2nd team continued to show why they are frontrunners for this year’s Men’s Northern Tier 2 title.  The Mets eased past a travelling...

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2nd February 2022 | By Joseph Ward

Man Met FC 1’s crowned league champions

        View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Manchester...

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2nd February 2022 | By Keiron Watkin

Stabbing of teenage boy, 16, in the Arndale Centre was ‘an isolated incident’ say police

Police say that the stabbing of 16-year-old boy in the Arndale Centre was ‘an isolated incident’. The police were called to the incident at around...

Illegal Tobacco

2nd February 2022 | By Joseph O'Shea

‘A toxic cocktail of chemicals’: sniffer dog seeks out 5kg of illegal tobacco

A sniffer dog has found 5kg of illegal tobacco after a routine inspection by police. The tobacco was found in the form of 13,050 cigarettes and 4.5kg of...

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29th January 2022 | By Joseph Ward

Five for Village FC firsts as the reds close the gap on second place

Village FC’s first team reduce the gap between themselves and second in the league with a convincing 5-0 win over Abacus Media Reserves. Super sub-Declan...

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26th January 2022 | By Joseph Ward

Captain Tom Richardson bags two as Man Met firsts take one step closer to the title

Man Met’s first team take one step closer to promotion following a convincing 4-0 win at home against rivals, Liverpool John Moores second team.  The...

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22nd January 2022 | By Joseph Ward

Stockport Warriors score late winner in incredible comeback against Village FC

An 85th minute winner from Azeez Ibisomi broke Village FC hearts as Stockport seconds went on to win 2-1 in a tightly contested league game....

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17th December 2021 | By Joseph Ward

The impact of COVID-19 on local football club Village Manchester FC

Village Manchester FC is Manchester’s gay/bi/straight/trans and inclusive football club, welcoming anyone who loves football.  The club is made up of five teams and has supported the...

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15th December 2021 | By Tyrese King

Communities aren’t given enough of a voice, says Whitworth Gallery Director

  The director of the Whitworth Museum and Manchester Art Gallery, Alastair Hudson, takes time out to discuss the importance of building and strengthening ties...

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8th December 2021 | By Tyrese King

Linda Brogan reminisces about the 80s and the Reno shining a light on Manchester’s past

Growing up in Manchester during the 1970s was a difficult period for members of the Afro-Caribbean community, with Linda Brogan vividly remembering the racism the community had...

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28th November 2021 | By Callum Scott

FC United grab deserved 2-0 win against Mickleover

A brilliant second half performance saw FC United put Mickleover to the sword on a bitter day at Broadhurst Park, as the reds ran out...

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19th November 2021 | By [email protected]

Stich bags a hat-trick as Man Met beat Salford 5-1

Manchester Met 3rd XI continue their undefeated run in the BUCS Men’s Northern Tier 4, beating Salford 2nd XI 5-1. MMU forward Sam Stich did...

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18th November 2021 | By Joseph O'Shea

‘We’re really grateful to the council for the loan’: £1m loan to help preserve Withington baths

A £1m loan has  been agreed to help preserve the 110-year-old Withington Baths which has been run by the community since 2015. The loan is...

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18th November 2021 | By Joseph O'Shea

Salford E-scooter trial extended for further six months: what does this mean for their future

Salford has been one of over 30 locations in the UK used for e-scooter trials. The current trial began 12 months ago and was due...

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16th November 2021 | By Joseph O'Shea

Two local football clubs put rivalry aside to raise money for men’s mental health

Two football clubs put their rivalry aside to raise money for men’s health. Dawn Court United and AFC Turn Moss teamed up to take part in...