Day: 18 February 2026
“It’ll mean so much to me”: Erin Wallace on the Commonwealth Games, Jessica Ennis-Hill and M11 Track Club
After a successful year competing at her first World Athletic Championships, Erin Wallace has her sights set on the upcoming home Commonwealth Games. For as long as she can remember, sport has been part of her life. Growing up in Glasgow with parents who were swimmers, Erin was always destined for the world of sport. […]
“Wuthering Heights”: A masterpiece or disappointing take on Emily Brontë’s classic?
The latest adaptation of “Wuthering Heights” has sparked debate following its UK release on Friday 13th February, with literature fans in Manchester questioning whether the reimagining respects the tone and themes of Emily Brontë’s classic. Directed by Emerald Fennell, who previously created the 2023 phenomenon ‘Saltburn’, the new “Wuthering Heights” stars Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, […]
Campaigners speak out against Adlington New Town plans
A plan to build 20,000 new homes is being strongly opposed by local residents.
Queues form outside new Manchester restaurant Eggslut during Valentine’s Day opening
Diners lined up in the dozens on Saturday 14th February to sample Eggslut’s new offerings, with some customers waiting over 30 minutes just to make it inside. The launch of this branch marks a distinct change in location for the Los Angeles-based chain, as the first Eggslut restaurant in the UK outside of London. The […]
“Residents are on their knees”: Altrincham to face 7.49% council tax rise
Altrincham residents could face a 7.49 per cent increase in council tax after the government approved funding. The finance chiefs of Trafford Council were forced to ask for extra support following the government’s recent Fair Funding Review, which left the borough with a budget deficit of £24m. The rise could mean that Trafford Council will […]
Former Bolton Council employee jailed after theft of nearly £900,000 from client accounts
A former council employee has been jailed following the theft of nearly £900,000 from council accounts. Richard Shaw, of Harrier Close, Bolton, transferred £893,296 to himself from the accounts of benefit claimants’ held by Bolton Council between 2015 and 2023. Greater Manchester Police estimate that Richard Shaw’s failure to act in the best interest of […]
Work starts on housing project for people with learning disabilities in Stockport
The new housing development will see the processing of Bredbury Civic Hall and will provide 12 new homes for people with learning disabilities on the derelict site. The scheme, delivered by MSV Housing Group, will offer purpose-built energy-efficient homes aiming to help new residents live independently with the support they need, while bringing a long-disused […]
150 cannabis plants seized in early morning Withington police raid
Manchester South Neighbourhood Policing Team seized 150 cannabis plants following a warrant on Goldborne Avenue, Old Moat. Officers carried out the raid on the house on the 17th February following intelligence from the community. No arrests were made, but 150 cannabis plants were taken away for testing. PC Sean McDonald said: “We received a number […]