Year: 2024

Curzon Ashton look to positives after FA Cup dream ends

This past Sunday saw not only a chilly wave of cold but a flurry of goals at the Tameside Stadium. The FA Cup ‘spirit’ was brought to the fans of Curzon Ashton alongside flourishing league one opposition, Mansfield Town. The game stood out to the media and capacity crowds as a David vs Goliath bout […]

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“It would have saved me going through chemo”- Greater Manchester woman being treated for cancer urges women to check armpits

A woman from Greater Manchester who is receiving treatment for breast cancer is urging people to check their armpits after she discovered a lump there. Jackie Nixon began chemotherapy in January this year and will undergo immunotherapy treatment until April 2025. She is now urging women to check other areas of their breasts. Jackie expressed: […]

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“Just talk to them” – Manchester animal group issues advice on looking after pets during Bonfire night

An animal rescue service in Greater Manchester has issued advice to pet owners who might be worried about the loud bangs and flashes of fireworks. Each October and November concerns for the animals rise online, and while Carrington Rescue Centre in Manchester says banning fireworks is unrealistic, a spokesperson says there is growing concern about […]

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“Our dads and uncles were actually members of the club” Seven Brothers brewery launch new beer to help raise funds for Salford Lads Club

Salford based brewery Seven Brothers have launched a new beer to support the Salford Lads Club, which says it needs to raise money urgently to stay open. £1.50 from every can of Salford Lads Club Helles Lager will go towards supporting bthe iconic club, which featured in The Smiths’ album The Queen Is Dead. The […]

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“I love everything to do about why you’re here, where you came from, and how you got here.” Locals hail success of Salford’s History Festival

The Salford History Festival returned for another year this Saturday, celebrating the local history. Ranging from different locations, from the Salford Museum and Art Gallery, to St Peter’s Church, this year’s event was held in Swinton Town Hall, containing talks on ‘the volunteers of the Salford area, who fought in the Spanish Civil War’, as well […]

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An eye-witness left in “utter shock” after a woman in her 50s was left injured after a devastating house fire in Monton.

Emergency crews from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service were called out at 5:15am after a blaze broke out in a home on Montonmill Gardens. Four fire engines from Eccles, Salford and Agecroft quickly attended the scene in the early hours of the morning, with a team of firefighters using three hose reels to extinguish […]

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Wondering where to go this Halloween? Here are some of the best Halloween spots in Manchester

Manchester is being transformed into a Halloween wonderland filled with thrilling events for all. Whether you enjoy the adrenaline or just enjoy the festive spirit, there is something for everyone to do. Screamworks, based in Pumpyard Printworks is a highlight of the season, offering a spine tingling experience filled with haunted attractions, escape rooms, and […]

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Bee Network night bus aims for safer and more secure journeys with new partnerships Travel Safe and StrutSafe

The popular new Bee Network night buses have had a successful first month, (numbers).however when taking public transport at night, there are always some risks. Last year the number of reported assaults on buses in Manchester increased by 48%. To keep passengers safe, Bee Network have developed partnerships withTravelSafe and StrutSafe to improve and add […]

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Sir Alex Ferguson leaves Man United ambassador role.

Sir Alex Ferguson will be parting ways with Manchester United after Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS decided to cut his multi-million pound role as Worldwide Ambassador for the club. Coming 38 years after Ferguson originally joined the club as manager in 1986, the decision has split fan opinion online, though Ferguson is said to have […]

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Dobbies announces closures to UK locations, including Altrincham.

Popular garden centre Dobbies has announced the closure to 17 locations across the UK – including in Altrincham. Dobbies confirmed that 465 jobs will be impacted by the decision. The cuts come amid reports of the company reporting a £130 million loss. “I started here when I was 15, and I never left. The manager’s […]

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