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LGBT History Month: Salford support for the transgender community  

Salford’s trans community is in mourning following the tragic death of Brianna Ghey who was found in a park in Warrington. And coinciding with LGBT+ history month they have echoed the need for trans lives to be protected. The history month is arguably more significant than ever, with vigils being held in remembrance of the 16-year-old […]

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Free Laughter Yoga brings smiles to the faces of people at Gorton Monastery

A group in Gorton has exemplified the power of laughter to improve mental health and bring the community closer together. The laughter yoga sessions, run by Robin Graham, take place every four weeks at Gorton Monastery and are free to the public. Robin said: “What interested me was how we can use laughter in our […]

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“It’s not like going to a hardcore clinic” – Meet the men who help each other at Andy’s Man Club

Man up. Boys don’t cry. Be a man. The stigmatisation of male mental health is often best reflected by the most common phrases they hear when reaching out for help. Enter Altrincham’s Andy’s Man Club (AMC), a beacon seeking to promote healthy male attitudes and combat a culture that mocks the hint of any cracks in […]

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Huge Investment Highlights Manchester’s Commitment to Being Zero Carbon City

Figures released on Tuesday by Manchester City Council show the city’s £227m commitment trying to reach its 2038 zero carbon goal. Since the Climate Change Action Plan was launched, the multi-million pound investment has been earmarked to help the council and the city. This money will be used to try and help reduce emissions across […]

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Manchester students continue rent strikes despite ultimatum from university  

University of Manchester students occupying John Owens received an ultimatum threatening disciplinary action if they had not left the building by 4pm yesterday But rent strikers are continuing to occupy buildings including the Simon building and many are continuing to withhold their rent payments for three weeks.  A first-year humanities and politics student, who lives in Oak […]

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Greater Manchester Football Wrap (Feb 10-12): Rochdale, Salford City, Wigan Athletic, Stockport County, Bolton Wanderers, Altrincham

By: Joe Brayne, Callum Sutherland, Jacob Findell, Isaac Stronge, Matthew Holmes and Steven Narloch Wigan Athletic Wigan fans will be treated to a double-header this week as they face Bristol City on Wednesday and Norwich City on Saturday, February 18. Despite a much-needed victory last weekend against fellow strugglers Huddersfield Town, the Latics are still […]

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‘Girls, you’ve got to look good, let’s face it’ – Misogyny in Manchester’s music scene

A Manchester-based female musician has recounted her experiences of misogyny in the city whilst trying to enter the industry.  This follows a recent hearing in parliament, where the issues such as safety at gigs, maternity and unequal beauty standards were addressed, amongst other topics. Adelaide Taylor, 22, is a musician who has just recently gone […]

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Altrincham 1-2 Bromley Match Report: The Robins Slump To Fourth League Defeat in a Row

The Robins slipped to a fourth league defeat in a row after failing to deal with two quick-fire set-piece goals in the first half. Two early goals in the first half just minutes apart was enough for the away side to pick up the win, despite the second-half fightback from Altrincham. Before Bromley took the […]

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Cultural Impact Survey Reveals Huge Drop In Manchester Footfall

Manchester’s Cultural Impact Survey from 2021/22 was released yesterday with a number of key figures being revealed, particularly the impact of covid restrictions on the city. In a meeting at Manchester City Council yesterday, the survey was released which has highlighted a massive drop in numbers to the city’s cultural sector In a survey of […]

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Manchester solidarity for Iran Women Life Freedom March  

A march to spread awareness of the struggles of women and workers of Iran is to take place this weekend.   Red Roots Collective – a group of Iranian socialists, are working alongside Manchester Trades Council to host an event of solidarity at All Saints Park near Piccadilly Gardens, on Saturday 11 February at 1pm. […]

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