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Funded By a Spice Girl: Is The Money Just ‘Too Much’ in Motorsport
With the Formula One season under way for 2026, British Touring champion Paul O’Neill explores how his popstar sister helped him break into the sport dogged by accusations of elitism “Was I stealing a drive from someone who deserved it more? Maybe. Did I care? Not really. You can’t sit around feeling sorry for people.” […]
Women at work: Artist Charlotte Hodes brings everyday female labour into focus at Gallery Oldham
International Women’s Day may be over, but the conversation about women’s work is far from finished. At Gallery Oldham, artist Charlotte Hodes is turning that spotlight into portraiture. She captures women in the act of working, creating and shaping their own stories. Titled “Women Portraits: Trades & Professions,” the exhibition celebrates women’s labour, creativity and […]
Longford Park welcomes unique speed training service for local athletes
An athlete and coach has started innovative training sessions at Manchester based facility. The Extra Yard, a group first developed by Keith Hutchinson and Paul Hewitson, aims to bridge a gap in the market, offering grassroots athletes the same training as their elite counterparts The idea that first started as a conversation in a kitchen […]
An action packed evening of fun and fundraising is on the cards, as Children In Need returns for another year
Children in Need will have its 46th telethon this evening, Friday November 14th. The charity will be on our screens seeking to help children and young people across the UK.
16–25 year olds are the most likely age group to suffer from loneliness
Young people aged between 16 and 25 are more likely to feel lonely and isolated than any other age group, and with many students across the UK just now settling into their first term of studies at university, loneliness can be a feeling known all too well by those adapting to lifestyle and environment changes. […]
Lights up on Christmas 2025: What’s happening in your local area
The start of November means Christmas time is just around the corner and for towns and cities across the North West the celebrations are starting to emerge. From Christmas light festivals, to markets full of cheerful delights and train rides to visit the big man there’s something for everyone in the lead up to the […]
REVIEW: The Wailers at O2 Ritz
How does Bob Marley like his doughnuts? Wi’jam in! The Wailers have been icons of the reggae genre for 61 years. Even after Bob Marley’s passing, they have continued to play for fans across the world. Their current tour celebrates 40 years of their album with Marley, ‘Legend.’ Arriving at the O2 Ritz it […]
Over £47,000 raised from Manchester’s 24 hour run
The Manchester 24 Hour run against homelessness took place earlier this week, raising more than £47,000 for the Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity scheme. The event started in 2019, and has been partnered with the charity to help raise money for the “A Bed Every Night” scheme, which aims to get homeless people off the streets […]
“Save the Rec” petition pushes for non-profits back in leisure centres
A local campaign has been targeted at Salford Council regarding the decision to give space in leisure centres back to for-profit companies. The “Save the Rec” petition, managed by community figure Nick Burke, has targeted two buildings that he and his colleagues feel have been unfairly managed by the council. The Hub and Salford Gymnastics […]
Manchester’s smallest pub – George Best’s old stomping ground is dying
The old-age pub, which held iconic football legends within its walls, could now be nearing its unfortunate end. The grade II listed pub which served icons like George Best, has seen a harsh struggle since the pandemic. Only two minutes from Picadilly Gardens lies a pub filled with history and a huge welcome. In defiance […]