Age-Friendly Benches are unveiled in Cheetham Hill for older residents
A total of 10 new benches help older residents navigate their local neighbours have been unveiled in Cheetham Hill.
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Calling All Listeners: Central Library needs your Piccadilly Radio tapes!
Members of the public are being called on to help preserve the legacy of one of Manchester’s most iconic radio stations by sharing any home recordings of shows from its golden era.
Digital screen takeover across city and tram wrap build UEFA EURO 2028 buzz across Manchester
Take-over of over 100 digital advertising screens across Manchester city centre and at the Etihad Stadium heralds start of countdown to UEFA EURO 2028, as special tram wrapped in UEFA EURO 2028 Manchester host city logo also takes to the tracks across the city for next four weeks
Manchester celebrates national award for unlocking regional growth through lifelong learning
The Get the Nation Learning Awards have recognised Manchester City Council with their ‘Regional Growth Award’ for its success in embedding lifelong learning in its economic and social strategy.
Buzz begins in Manchester as countdown to UEFA EURO 2028 UK & Ireland tournament gets underway
The big tournament buzz has begun in Manchester as the countdown to UEFA EURO 2028 UK & Ireland gets officially underway - a tournament that in just short of three years' time is set to bring football fans from around the world to Manchester to enjoy world class football and the best-ever UEFA EURO tournament.
Community spirit to shine this Christmas as the festive season is celebrated across Manchester
Christmas is well and truly on the horizon as feasts of festive fun are set to spring up in neighbourhoods across Manchester.
Zippy is back! Brand-new Zippy Santa lands in St Peter's Square to help Manchester celebrate Christmas
Hot on the heels of the official opening of Manchester's legendary Christmas Markets last week, a very special Christmas VV-VIP has landed in the city today and taken up residence in St Peter's Square - and it's only a brand-new Santa!
'Outstanding' - Ofsted inspectors praise Manchester children's services in glowing report
Manchester’s children’s services have become the first in the North West of England to be rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted.
Manchester's preparations for cold weather in place for winter
Manchester's cold weather plans to help get people rough sleeping indoors and out of freezing temperatures are now operational.
Manchester's World-Famous Christmas Market are now OPEN!
The official countdown to Christmas in Manchester has now well and truly begun with the opening today (Friday 7 November) of Manchester's world-famous Christmas Markets throughout the city centre - including the return of festive fun to Albert Square for the first time since December 2019 and the closure of the Manchester's magnificent Grade 1 Listed Victorian Town Hall as it undergoes a massive once-in-a-life-time restoration project to preserve it for future generations.
Plans for Strangeways regeneration finalised
The Council approve the Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) for the long-term transformation of the Strangeways and Cambridge areas at a meeting of the executive next week (Weds 12 Nov)
New Manchester WhatsApp group is a friend indeed as it gives help and cost of living support for residents in need
Manchester City Council is set to launch new WhatsApp community group for residents to give help and support across the city, along with details of free fun things to do with children and youngsters.
Focus on high street regeneration continues as investment into the beating hearts of Manchester’s communities expands
A new report details the ongoing commitment to long-term investment in high streets across Manchester to support local businesses, create jobs and ignite economic growth.
Trader given a dressing down after selling unsafe children's clothing
A business has been hit with a £10,000 fine after it was convicted of selling potentially dangerous children’s clothing.
Ramble On: Green network throughout Manchester gets a refresh
A relaunch has taken place to celebrate the network of green trails throughout Manchester.
This is the week! Manchester Christmas Markets mapped ahead of Santastic opening this Friday!
With only days to go now until the opening of Manchester's world-famous Christmas Markets this Friday 7 November, a handy Christmas Markets map has been released to help festive shoppers navigate their way around the markets and point them in the right direction for food and drink, live entertainment, and those all-important toilet stops.
Manchester to mark Remembrance Sunday
This year, Remembrance Sunday will hold a solemn service to honour and pay tribute to the Armed Forces community.
Manchester residents provided £1.5m boost due to Citizens Advice pilot
A scheme which embedded Citizens Advice advisers in the heart of local communities has already delivered life-changing results for residents.
Victoria North: Community conversation restarts about the future of Collyhurst as consultation opens
A new public consultation opens today (Thurs 30 Oct) providing an update on the big picture of regeneration in Collyhurst, how resident feedback has shaped the plan so far, and what will happen next.
Council issues pledge to ensure children's needs in Manchester will 'Bee Heard'
Manchester has launched a charter which aims to put the voices of babies and young children at the heart of council policy.
Council accelerates major £25m investment plans for Moston Lane – including new public square
Two major regeneration schemes are being given the green light for Moston as part of a long-term investment programme in the neighbourhood – including a new public square and truly affordable homes.
UK-first Social Value programme delivering life changing opportunities for north Manchester people creating thousands of jobs
The North Manchester Social Benefits Framework – borne out of the ground breaking regeneration projects at Victoria North and North Manchester General Hospital - has been refreshed.
Council announces partnership with The Royal British Legion to honour Armed Forces
A three-year partnership with the Royal British Legion with events and activities through the year Providing funds to support residents to mark Remembrance events in their local neighbourhood
Council Leader's statement regarding Manchester Pride
Statement from Council Leader Bev Craig following Manchester Pride Events Limited's announcement that they have gone into liquidation.
Manchester organisations helping the homeless share in £550,000 Council grants boost
Fifteen voluntary, community and faith sector organisations will benefit from more than half a million pounds worth of grants awarded by the Council to support homeless people in the city.
Manchester Christmas Markets iconic mug designs for 2025 revealed!
With Manchester's world-famous Christmas Markets now just over a fortnight away, the design of this year's Christmas mugs has been revealed - and eagle-eyed Mancunians are going to love the colourful, playful nod they give to city centre landmarks and to the city's annual festive markets.
Warm Welcome Space campaign gets up and running in Manchester as winter approaches
This winter libraries will once again serve as safe community spaces for anyone in Manchester in need of shelter and support.
Building boss hit with £1,000 bill after dumping rubbish on open land
A boss of a building company, who recklessly dumped a pile of rubbish on open land, has been prosecuted and made to pay over £1,000.
Manchester's magical Christmas Parade is back for 2025 - and you can be a part of it!
Manchester's magical Christmas Parade - THE heartwarming event of the festive season - is back for 2025 and set to delight children, families and anyone young at heart when it makes its way through the city's streets on Sunday 7 December.
A bright new chapter for Piccadilly Gardens
A Council plan to significantly improve the appearance of Piccadilly Gardens and people’s experience of the prominent city centre space has been unveiled.