292 parks and green spaces in the North West have reached the high standards required to receive a coveted Green Flag Award as environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy celebrates the 30th anniversary of the scheme. Sites across Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Merseyside are
Manchester has emerged as one of the UK’s leading markets for same-day delivery, according to Zippd’s new Instant Commerce Index – the UK’s first study to combine consumer demand with operational readiness to identify the cities best placed for rapid retail delivery. The research suggests
Acclaimed American singer-songwriter Dean Friedman returns to the UK and Ireland this August for the second leg of his acclaimed 2026 tour, bringing his unique blend of timeless songs, humour and storytelling to audiences across Ireland, Scotland and England. The tour takes in Dublin, Belfast,
Referrals to Manchester LGBTQ+ youth charity The Proud Trust increased by 171% following the Supreme Court ruling in For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers, prompting the charity to launch a major new campaign highlighting the challenges LGBTQ+ young people continue to face and
Today, multi-platinum artist, producer, and New York Times best-selling author Russ releases new single “HELL” – Listen HERE. The emotionally raw and introspective track blends Russ’s signature rap verses with heartfelt vocals as he reflects on missing a relationship and hoping they would call. To
As the UK experiences yet another heatwave, with temperatures reaching up to 35C across the country, families are heading outdoors to make the most of the sunshine – from countryside hikes and cycling trips, to park playdates and garden adventures. But with more time spent
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner is hosting an event in Blackpool in memory of Kiena Dawes, focused on improving recognition, response and justice in cases of domestic abuse–related suicide, calling for ‘Kiena’s Law’. The event, Domestic Abuse-Related Suicide: Improving Recognition, Response and Justice, is being
Twenty years after the release of one of the most captivating albums of the 2000s, Howling Bells announce the 20th Anniversary Edition of their self-titled debut album, released on 2nd October via Nude Records. To mark the occasion, the band will perform a special anniversary
This morning (Thursday 9 July) more than 100 officers from GMP and Cheshire Police executed nine warrants at homes across South Manchester and Cheshire. Officers recovered suspected stolen jewellery and watches, four vehicles suspected to be used in criminal activity and equipment used in burglaries
Strikes by workers at Manchester’s luxury Kimpton Clocktower Hotel and its restaurant and bar The Refuge will escalate, after the employer failed to back down in a union busting dispute. Workers will strike on Saturday (11 July) (coinciding with England’s quarter final match) and Sunday
