The force’s relentless pursuit of those involved in gun crime has contributed to a significant reduction in firearms discharges across Greater Manchester. During 2025/26, there were just 16 recorded, representing a 45 per cent reduction compared to 2024/25 (29) and a 77 per cent reduction
Construction work on the long-awaited new railway station at Cheadle is set to begin later this month, marking a major milestone for one of Stockport’s most anticipated transport projects. Following years of detailed technical work, led by partners across the rail industry and backed by
Intergenerational wealth transfers are expected to double , with 40% of landlords already entering the market through inheritance, gifts or existing homes, with a new wave of landlords expecting to emerge. John Minnis estate agents say that Britain’s looming inheritance boom could create a new
An uncanny “dead doll trail” is taking shape across Manchester ahead of the city’s first celebration of alternative fashion and lifestyle. From the beginning of October, 25 curious dolls will start to appear in independent shops, cafes and bars around the city centre. With cracked
, GRAMMY Award-winning rock band OK Go releases Oh No (Extra Nice Edition), arriving digitally and on vinyl via Capitol Records. The arrival comes as the band’s beloved 2005 breakthrough album Oh No has officially been certified Gold by the RIAA, while its iconic lead
Could being in a delivery drone corridor soon boost the value of your house? A new Parcelhero industry report, ‘Delivering the Future’, predicts how deliveries will keep shrinking to minutes by 2030. It also explores far-future scenarios stretching from underground freight tunnels to quantum teleportation.
This January, these two titans of the shoegaze and post-punk genres will go head-to-head at eight venues across the UK. Tickets are on sale this Friday at 10AM. Further details below. Masterminded by Scottish brothers Jim and William Reid in 1983, The Jesus and Mary
Nominees for the 2026 Betfred Championship Player of the Year can be confirmed today ahead of Rugby League Awards night in Manchester on Tuesday 29 September. Josh Drinkwater (Oldham RLFC), Connor Robinson (Doncaster RLFC) and Gairo Voro (London Broncos) form the shortlist following a poll
City law firm DMH Stallard has advised BDX Group Ltd and Socrates Holdings Ltd on the successful acquisition of Socrates Imaging B.V. and Socrates Imaging Ltd, marking a significant milestone in the growth strategy of the group. Led by BDX Group, the transaction supports its
Comics & Games was born 60 years ago today, and to mark the date, the full programme for its Diamond Anniversary has been unveiled. The festival runs from Wednesday 28 October to Sunday 1 November across the streets, squares and historic buildings of Lucca. This
