Manchester Literature Festival plans online long weekend of events as 2020 festival postponed
Manchester Literature Festival has made the difficult decision to postpone this year's physical festival.
The Festival team is deeply disappointed not to be able to...
Soldiers who fought at The Battle of Manchester Hill to be commemorated 100 years...
Plans are underway to commemorate the part played by soldiers from the Manchester Regiment in a little-known battle that proved to be a forerunner...
Hulme Community Garden Centre is enticing you to delve into the Wheelbarrow of Delights
For 15 years Hulme Community Garden Centre’s vibrant site, incorporating a thriving garden centre and inspiring community gardens has brought the community together through...
Love and war off the coast of Scotland-Review Whisky Galore at Oldham Coliseum
It's 1943, the second World War has been fought for nearly four years, and while the islands of Great Todday and Little Todday off the...
Improve or make plans for your own departure-Burnham’s warning to rail companies
The Mayor of Greater Manchester has today issued an ultimatum to the rail industry – deliver for passengers in the North or make plans...
Life on the line
Academics from The University of Manchester have created a map based on the region’s Metrolink tram network, which has revealed the striking differences in...
Baby bear tries its hand at tree climbing for the first time
Amazing footage has captured the moment a rare baby bear tries its hand at tree climbing for the first time.
The thrill-seeking Andean bear cub...
From Valley of the Kings to Indian Restaurant? The story of Stockport’s Pyramid
Originally planned to be part of a ‘Valley of the Kings’ development, and home to the Manchester based Co-op for over twenty years, Stockport's...
New artwork celebrates Levenshulme station’s heritage
Colourful new artwork installed at Levenshulme station in Greater Manchester celebrates the heritage and architecture of the area.
The images depict the popular Antiques Village,...
Project announced to transform Castlefield viaduct into a green oasis above the city
The National Trust is in the early stages of a project to bring Castlefield viaduct back into use, transforming it into a green oasis...