Sarah Frankcom steps down as Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange Theatre

Sarah Frankcom is stepping down as Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange Theatreto take up a new post as Director of the prestigious drama...

He had a heart of gold

The family of a man who died after being stabbed in Leigh at the weekend has paid tribute to him.

Britain’s richest person and former Manchester Grammar school boy quitting Britain to save tax

Sir Jim Radcliffe, the Manchester Grammar school boy who amassed a fortune of more than £21bn through buying unloved industrial subsidiaries is reportedly...

Former Greater Manchester Deputy Chief John Stalker dies at 79

The former Deputy Chief Constable of Greater Manchester John Stalker has died aged 79. Stalker had a meteoric rise...

Father cycles over 1,000 miles to help the charity that saved his son’s life

Jason Branthwaite, from Bolton, will be taking part in seven different cycling events in just three months to raise money for Anthony...

Salford born actor Albert Finney dies at 82

The original ‘Angry young man’ Albert Finney has died at the age of 82. The Salford born actor passed...

Alan Turing voted as the 20th century’s ultimate icon

BBC Two viewers have voted Alan Turing as their ultimate icon of the 20th century. Alan Turing was in contention with finalists...

Broad regional accents are a barrier to social mobility, Manchester research finds

Many people aspire to improve their lives through gaining promotion at work, new qualifications or starting a new career.

Death of sixteen year old found in Kersal no longe being treated as...

The death of sixteen year old Sarah Goldman whose body was found in Kersal is no longer being treated as suspicious by...

Gary Lineker Revealed as Host of TACKLE4MCR

Gary Lineker will host the Tackle4MCR Vincent Kompany Testimonial Dinner on February 4. Social movement Tackle4MCR, a unique campaign...