Power in numbers: How ACORN Manchester is taking the fight to the top
Denis Page, Communication Officer ACORN In a city where gleaming glass skyscrapers increasingly dominate the skyline, many residents feel left in the shadows of the rising cost of living and a housing crisis that feels out of control. However, Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) Manchester, a member-led community union, is seeking to […]
The Portico Library celebrates 220 years with a time capsule exhibition
The Portico Library, based in Manchester city centre has turned 220 and to celebrate, the library has offered visitors to see its long history and contribute to it with a time capsule. Opening last week, Everything & Nothing: What makes a 220-year-old library presents pages, photographs and art from Portico’s vast and historic collection. Founded […]
“It just felt like rage bait”: Manchester voices concerns over campus rally
A right-wing “Change My Mind” rally drew crowds and mixed reactions at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) as part of a wider tour across the city. Led by 17-year-old activist Thomas Moffitt, known online as @YoungBobBRB and linked to Project Britannia, the rally featured bold statements on banners, including calls to ban abortion and claims that […]
Trafford council meeting highlights growing vaping among young people
A new report by Trafford Council has revealed a rise in young people seeking support for nicotine use, as officials warn that vaping is becoming one of the fastest growing substance issues affecting children and teenagers in the borough. The report, presented to the council’s Children and Young People’s Scrutiny Committee, outlines trends in drug, […]
CCTV footage released for ongoing investigation into sexual assault.
Greater Manchester Police have release CCTV footage of a man they want to speak to as part of their enquiries, into a serious sexual assault in 2025. The assault took place in Stephensons Square, Manchester City Centre just after 4am on 20 July 2025. She was then taken to Piccadilly gardens where her bank cards […]
Man arrested of murder after death of dad in Crumpsall
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a dad of three died after an incident in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police were called to Crescent Road at 23:50 on Monday March 23. The victim, now named as Nawaz Khan, 43, was found lying unconscious in the road and later died in hospital. The […]
Chorlton foodbank appeals for Easter egg donations
A foodbank in Chorlton which supports women who have fled gender-based violence is appealing for donations of Easter eggs to give to families. Emmeline’s Pantry has been open for nearly 17 years and is run by CEO Karen Wilson and a group of volunteers. Karen said: “Children are going to school, and they’re seeing people […]
Altrincham named as ‘best place to live’ in the North West
Altrincham has been named as the best place to live in the North West of England in a new list from The Sunday Times. The judges said that the town is “classy, cool and effortlessly comfortable.” They highlighted the range of independent businesses, places to eat, and the famous Altrincham Market as a draw for […]
“It’s a big step”: Brookland bookshop celebrates first anniversary
A Brookland bookshop had celebrated its first anniversary in its new premises despite the decline of small businesses in the UK. Established by Michelle Crosby in March 2025, B for Butterfly is a cosy independent bookshop that aims to match customers with the right book for them. Inspired by her childhood book Calling B for Butterfly by Louise Lawrence, she wanted to […]
Diocese of Salford to host globally renowned Relics of Carlo Acutis.
Carlo Acutis was born in London and devoted his short life to promoting the worship of The Eucharist- a commemorative act to the Last Supper, central to the Catholic celebration of Mass. Acutis succumbed to Leukaemia on 12 October 2006 aged just fifteen. In 2020, due to reported miracles occurring after praying for His intervention, […]