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BBC helps spread recycling message
Published: Tuesday 31st March 2009
Youngsters will pit their wits against adults in an effort to help more children recycle, thanks to a joint effort between Manchester City Council and the BBC.
High five for city’s community guardians
Published: Monday 30th March 2009
Real-life heroes have been praised for years of caring for their neighbourhoods, as Manchester City Council’s community guardian scheme celebrated its fifth anniversary.
New East Manchester appoints chief executive
Published: Monday 30th March 2009
Eddie Smith, who joined New East Manchester over two years ago as Deputy Chief Executive, has been appointed Chief Executive after acting up following the departure of former chief, Tom Russell.
Temporary bus lane to be created on Portland Street
Published: Monday 30th March 2009
Motorists and cyclists are advised that a temporary bus lane will be in operation along part of Portland Street in the city centre from 6 April until September as a result of Metrolink track works.
Local school children help mark start of work on new academy
Published: Monday 30th March 2009
A ceremony was held on Friday to mark progress on the site of The East Manchester Academy in Beswick, east Manchester.
Crime falls by more than fifty per cent during Cheetham RAN
Published: Wednesday 25th March 2009
The number of crimes recorded so far during the Cheetham Respect Action Neighbourhood is 53% down compared to the same period in the previous year.
Essential work on Moston Lane to begin
Published: Tuesday 24th March 2009
As part of United Utilities water main programme an agreement has been reached with the Council to begin work to replace fresh water pipes on Moston Lane on Sat March 28 lasting for approx six weeks.
Improved crossings for visually impaired pedestrians
Published: Tuesday 24th March 2009
Manchester City Council is taking part in research that should make it easier for vision impaired pedestrians to cross roads by improving facilities at signalised junctions and crossings.
Proud residents celebrate the good life in Manchester
Published: Tuesday 24th March 2009
Manchester City Council's innovative campaign to celebrate the achievements of residents and the community has been launched in Albert Square.
Portable living room hits Manchester
Published: Friday 20th March 2009
A portable living room is about to embark on a tour of Manchester’s streets, as part of a City Council campaign to save furniture from landfill sites.
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