Brown trout found in restored River Medlock
An award-winning scheme which restored a stretch of the River Medlock has been further boosted after juvenile brown trout were found in the watercourse.
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Well It’s only a Northern Train
Just over two years ago About Manchester interviewed Alex Hynes, the then boss of Northern Rail.
The occasion was the launch of two new rail...
Artworks inspired by Manchester’s response to terror attack go on display
Paintings inspired by Manchester’s response to last year’s terror attack will be exhibited by an alumna and former associate lecturer at Manchester School of...
Manchester Town Hall sculptures are on the move
They might be made of stone, but Manchester Town Hall's sculpture collection is on the move.
Since Manchester’s Grade I-listed Town Hall temporarily closed in...
Together Unafraid-Manchester Cathedral’s message of defiance to terrorism
Manchester’s response to the atrocity of the Arena bomb was not to become a divided city with neighbour set against neighbour.
The Artist-in-Residence at Manchester...
It’s back for its 5th edition-Manchester Histories Festival
Manchester Histories Festival, celebrating Greater Manchester’s diverse histories and heritage, is returning for its 5th edition over a long-weekender from 7-11 June 2018.
This year’s festival weaves Manchester’s vibrant story of...
Piccadilly Gardens -From Daub Holes to Infirmary
As the controversy continues over the fate of this public space, About Manchester takes a look at its history
The area has been the subject...
The Not Quite Festival returns and this time it’s all about Salford
An early morning Mobike ride through Salford, a captivating night of art, light, new music, live performances, poetry, ghost stories, and cocktails at St Philips...
Tree of Hope-Arena attack anniversary message trail details and route revealed
More details have been announced of the Trees of Hope trail, an important part of the programme to mark the first anniversary of last...
Ryan Giggs serves up a surprise at the Mustard Tree
Ryan Giggs visited the Mustard Tree in Manchester yesterday to serve lunch for local people in need.
The visit comes on the back of his...