Prayers take place close to arson-hit Islamic Centre
A prayer vigil will take place on Friday 21 July near to the site of an Islamic Centre which was hit by an arson attack.
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Hundreds of magical 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.
Manchester Grows Green to create a healthier urban environment
Manchester is set to lead a new European Commission-funded project to help cities create high-quality green spaces at the heart of local communities.
Manchester cuts carbon thanks to European 'Triangulum' scheme
Manchester’s universities are using technology to cut their carbon emissions, thanks to a project showcasing the economic and environmental benefits of electric vehicles.
Heaton Park scoops four Green Flag Awards
Manchester’s Heaton Park has been presented with FOUR Green Flag awards by judges from Keep Britain Tidy.
Have your say on the future of sport and physical activity in Manchester
Whether you’re a 'couch potato' or coached to perfection, all Manchester residents are invited to take part in the new Sport and Physical Activity Survey.
We Love Manchester Emergency Fund appoints Chief Operating Officer
The We Love Manchester Emergency Fund has appointed William Docherty MBE CA as its chief operating officer to oversee the multi-million pound funding pot.
Manchester children invited to join this year's Summer Reading Challenge
Thousands of children across Manchester will gain the rewards of reading this summer, as they join this year’s Summer Reading Challenge.
The Peacock and the Crane land at Longsight Library
Two unusual new visitors have 'winged' into Longsight Library and Learning Centre, thanks to a partnership between Manchester Libraries and Manchester Museum.
Business receives £19,000 fine for mouse infestation at two takeaways
A company has been fined £19,000 after a series of food safety violations were discovered at two branches of Kanas Fried Chicken – both run by Wingate Services Limited, 267 Kingsway, Burnage.
Design team appointments for Our Town Hall project announced
Manchester City Council has announced a list of successful tenderers for contracts relating to the Our Town Hall project.
BookBench sculptures pop up across Manchester to celebrate a love of reading
BookBenches painted with literary designs by Manchester schools and community groups will pop up across Manchester this summer, helping to spark a love of reading across the city.
Groundbreaking ceremony for The Factory - Manchester's £110m new arts building designed by Rem Koolhaas' OMA
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Saturday 8 July 2017 for The Factory - the flagship cultural venue for the North.
Manchester swimmers set to cross the Yangtze River
Two young Manchester marathon swimmers are gearing up for the experience of a lifetime, as they prepare to swim across the mighty Yangtze River in China later this month.
Manchester Kids say: We want to bee heard after Arena attack as they get iconic tatt, too
The right to celebrate and embrace differences; The right to feel safe and cared for where we live; The right to have all faiths and beliefs respected.
Manchester reviews a year in housing as it looks to the future of home building in the city
A report has been heard by the City Council’s executive that has reviewed its home building strategy over the past year (2016/17) – and sets out the city’s housing approach up to 2022.
KPMG and PwC offer their help to the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund
Professional services firms KPMG and PwC have offered their help to the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund for free.
Major funding for flagship cultural venue for the north
The Factory Manchester has been awarded major funding as part of Arts Council England’s announcements today.
St Peter’s Square celebrates completion as water feature is unveiled
The St Peter’s Square water feature has been turned on for the first time, marking the final piece of the major transformation of the Square.
Fallowfield ward Council by election announced
A Council by-election will be held in Manchester's Fallowfield ward on Thursday 27 July 2017.
Recycling rise in Manchester prompts new bin collections calendar
Manchester City Council is announcing a new bin collections calendar, following a major boost to the city’s recycling rates.
We Love Manchester Emergency Fund announces Ariana Grande as Patron of the charity
The We Love Manchester Emergency Fund charity today announces that Ariana Grande will serve as the charity’s first patron.
Manchester raises the flag for Armed Forces Day
The Lord Mayor of Manchester Councillor Eddy Newman, today marked the start of Manchester’s official celebration for Armed Forces Day with the raising of the Armed Forces flag at the town hall.
Greater Manchester libraries launch new initiative to help local people start their own businesses
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A Magical Manchester Day to remember!
Tens of thousands of people lined the streets today (Sunday, 18 June) to experience the city-wide celebration of Manchester with this year’s theme – ABRACADABRA!
Manchester announces bid for UNESCO City of Literature status
Manchester has announced its bid to join the UNESCO Creative Cities network as a City of Literature.
New camera car helps schools keep children safe on roads
A new CCTV camera car is to be deployed outside Manchester schools, to help enforce parking safety and protect pupils from harm.
Manchester City Council’s response to the Grenfell residential block fire in London
The Council has contacted the landlords of all former council tower blocks in the city to ask for reassurances about their fire safety.
We Love Manchester Emergency Fund - £3m more released
A FURTHER £3M has now been released from the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund.
Ariana Grande in line for recognition as new honorary citizenship scheme proposed
Proposals for a new system to recognise people who have made an outstanding contribution to Manchester will be put to Manchester City Council’s next full meeting in July.