Free arts and science activities for all as Manchester libraries become 'Fun Palaces'
Libraries across Manchester are set to become ‘Fun Palaces’ during a special, free celebration of the arts and sciences for the whole community.
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Taxi driver fined for more that £1,000 for refusing to take guide-dog
A taxi driver has been fined more than £1,000 after refusing to pick-up a blind passenger because they had a guide-dog.
Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Heroes to be celebrated in Manchester and London on October 17 and October 18
The incredible performances of Team GB and ParalympicsGB athletes at the Rio 2016 Games will be celebrated on October 17 and October 18 in Manchester and London respectively.
Partnership to add impetus to Northern Powerhouse
The Northern Powerhouse Partnership will be launched today, Friday 16th September, to help maintain the momentum of the Northern Powerhouse and raise the prosperity of the north of England.
Sir Howard Bernstein to retire as chief executive of Manchester City Council
Manchester City Council has announced that chief executive Sir Howard Bernstein will retire from his role with the organisation in Spring 2017.
Walking-footballer Grandad set to be City's own Silva Senior
After Saturday's derby success it's no wonder City manager Pep Guardiola recently admitted that he’s so obsessed with midfielders he’d like to sign a thousand of them.
Enjoy a feast of free family fun at Central Library this Sunday
Families are invited to join in the fun this Sunday - at Central Library - to celebrate a summer of the Big Friendly Read - The Summer Reading Challenge.
Bus gate will open on Oxford Road from next week
The Oxford Road bus gate will be fully operational between Hathersage Road and Booth Street from Monday, 12 September.
Major repair work begins on the Piccadilly Gardens fountain
Fencing will go up around part of Piccadilly Gardens from today as a substantial programme of repair begins to bring the water feature back on line.
Tot Reuben's "bin" going crazy about a second birthday to remember!
A mini recycling champion from Chorlton had a second birthday to remember when he met his heroes – the local bin men!
Last chance for you to help name We Love MCR's new mascot
The We Love MCR Charity is buzzing about the addition of their new mascot but needs your help in choosing its name.
Manchester schools celebrate outstanding GCSEs as citywide results also rise
Early indications are that GCSE results at schools throughout the city have seen a significant improvement when compared to last year.
Manchester Residential Quality Guidance: Have your say!
Manchester City Council is developing its own design and quality standard for new housing and they want to know what Manchester people think.
Follow in footsteps of the Olympic heroes made in Manchester
Manchester residents are being urged to take inspiration from Team GB’s medal winning athletes - by taking full advantage of the city’s world-class sporting facilities to meet their own sporting goals
Have your say on proposals to change the speed limit on Princess Road
A public consultation on the proposal to change the speed limit on Princess Road has been launched.
City centre park to enjoy permanent 'rainbow'
Manchester may be well known for its cloud cover but in one city centre park there's to be a permanent 'rainbow'.
Central Library exhibition celebrates the history of Manchester's drag queens
A new exhibition at Central Library celebrates the history of drag in Manchester, from the infamous Hulme Drag Ball of 1880 to Foo Foo Lammar to The Family Gorgeous.
Heroes of Rio to be celebrated in Manchester and London
The Herculean efforts and record medal haul of Team GB will be celebrated in style with a parade through the streets of Manchester and an event in London.
Selective Licensing: Have your say on how to improve private rented housing
The city council is proposing to introduce a landlord licensing scheme in north Manchester to help improve housing standards in areas where there are a lot of private landlords and we want your views.
Manchester schools celebrate bumper crop of A level results
Students across the city are celebrating success after overall A level pass grades saw another increase in the city this year, with even more students gaining top grades.
Hundreds of Eureka moments snapped for Manchester Day photo competition
This year’s Manchester Day photo competition attracted a fantastic response - but a winner has been found from among the hundreds of dazzling submissions.
Stockport Road resurfacing will be smooth sailing for motorists
Large sections of Stockport Road (A6) in Levenshulme will be resurfaced throughout August to remove potholes and create a smooth driving surface for drivers.
Heaton Park buzzing thanks to un-bee-lievable hat-trick of Green Flag awards
The Queen Bee of Manchester’s parks has been crowned with three Green Flag awards for 2016 – including a special community award handed to a century-old beekeeping club which is based at the park.
Manchester set for recycling surge as grey bin roll-out begins
Manchester City Council has seen a huge increase in the number of residents ordering new recycling bins, ahead of the roll-out of new grey bins for non-recyclable waste.
Talking Digital with Matthew Kendall, founder of airTeem®
For many small businesses, the costs associated with being able to access some of the industry’s most useful tools can be high - and this can prevent companies from reaching their full potential.
Manchester Libraries offer free digital help to Manchester businesses
Manchester’s libraries are taking part in a new initiative to help local small businesses to get online.
Manchester steps up crackdown on ‘meet and greet’ airport parking cowboys
The council and Manchester Airport are urging holidaymakers to beware of a series of companies who are advertising ‘secure’ meet-and-greet airport parking.
Nine great things to do in Manchester this summer
Manchester’s parks, libraries, galleries and sports venues are all hosting a wealth of activities for the whole family throughout the summer months.
Mancunians invited to join in budget conversation
Manchester City Council has invited people in the city to join in with a conversation about its budget for 2017-20.
Renewed backing for Manchester's Euro Youth Capital bid
Manchester's youngsters have reiterated their determination to build links with Europe through a bid to become European Youth Capital 2019 following the national referendum vote to leave the EU.