Mercurial Mike Flynn: Mud, Mayhem and the Dark Arts of Old-School Rugby
A former Manchester Rugby player has revealed his use of the game’s “dark arts” and believes modern rugby laws have taken away that part of the game. The game has…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
Parents stay silent at junior football to mark FA Silent Support Weekend
Credit: Matthew Appleton. Fives in Stretford where the FA Silent Support Initiative took place Parents at junior football matches this weekend were asked not to shout from the sidelines to…
Salford University issues advice following Meningitis outbreak
Students at the University of Salford are being encouraged to “look out” for signs and symptoms of Meningitis following an outbreak of the disease linked to the University of Kent.…
Set It Off 30th Anniversary Screening at HOME Manchester connecting women of colour through art
We Are Parable, a distribution company dedicated to highlighting Black cinema, hosted a special screening of Set It Off at independent arts venue HOME theatre last week. Set It Off,…
New Stretford cinema will be a ‘gamechanger,’ says resident
Stretford residents will be welcoming a new cinema this Friday, which one resident said will be a ‘gamechanger’ for businesses on the high street. The Northern Light Cinema, owned by…
Manchester plays their part on the increase in popularity of padel
With over 400,000 active padel players in the UK, the racket sport has never been more popular. Despite being invented in 1969, the last five years has seen a huge…