Greater Manchester libraries launch new initiative to help local people start their own businesses
Greater Manchester libraries are introducing a new initiative that aims to help people across the city region launch their own start-up businesses.
The Big Ideas...
Teenage boy drowns in Rochdale reservoir
A teenager has sdied at a reservoir yesterday afternoon in Rochdale.
The incident happened around 5.55pm when police were called to reports of a concern...
World’s leading renewable energy experts head to Manchester
Will smart cities provide the next step in sustainable living? Can renewable energy play a key role in stopping widespread blackouts?
These are just some...
BBC documentary to tell the real story of the Three Girls
In May 2012, the revelation that nine Asian men were guilty of the grooming, rape and sex trafficking of teenage white girls shocked the...
New strategic plan for the North’s transport is published
Transport for the North (TfN) has today published the evidence that will inform its Strategic Transport Plan.
The first of its kind, the Plan is...
Tesco hit with £8m fine after poisoning the River Irwell
Tesco were fined a total of £8million - £5million for the health and safety offence and £3million for the environmental offence after petrol leaked...
Two GMP officers rewarded by the Queen
Two Greater Manchester Police officers have received the Queen’s Police Medal in the honours announced today
Chief Superintendent John O’Hare who is currently responsible for...
Royal honour for Oldham Councillor
Councillor Abdul Jabbar has been made an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
Oldham Council’s Deputy Leader has been recognised today for his services...
Mayor delivers his pledge on bus travel for 16-18 year olds
Almost 100,000 young people aged between 16 and 18 are set to benefit from half price bus tickets following a new offer agreed between...
As a family we wish to invite anybody who would like to attend to...
The family of Martyn Hett, one of the twenty two victims of the Manchester terror attack are inviting everyone to his funeral to celebrate...