Manchester marks 8th anniversary of 22 May 2017 terror attack
This Thursday (22 May 2025) Manchester will be marking the eighth anniversary of the Arena terror attack in 2017, which claimed 22 lives and left many others seriously injured.
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Beating heart of community to reopen this weekend as Ancoats Green refurbishment completes
Ancoats Green will reopen to the public this weekend (Saturday 17 May) following a major refurbishment project that has now been completed at the city park.
Cllr Carmine Grimshaw appointed new Lord Mayor of Manchester
Miles Platting and Newton Heath councillor Carmine Grimshaw has been appointed the new Lord Mayor of Manchester following a council meeting of the full today (14 May).
Leader response: Government announces major civil servant move away from Whitehall
Council Leader Bev Craig reacts to the announcement that thousands more civil servants will be moved to UK regions - including a major Digital and AI innovation campus in Manchester.
Manchester Libraries - winner of the Library of the Year Award
Manchester Libraries has won the 'Library of the Year' Award at the prestigious British Book Awards 2025 held at Grosvenor House London on Monday, 12th May.
City Council Leaders visit the latest social housing phase of Ancoats development
Great Places recently hosted the Leader of Manchester City Council and the council’s Housing Lead on a visit to view the final phase of its £19.4 million flagship development in New Islington.
Well-known voice backs Manchester homelessness fund’s work to give homelessness the elbow
Guy Garvey has lent his distinctive voice to a short film promoting the work of a Manchester fund which helps people experiencing homelessness.
‘We’re lucky to have the children’: Ex-prison guard Colin Daly wants to inspire others to become foster carers
To take on child of your own as foster carer is for some the biggest life change and for others, it is simply an extension of the family they already have.
OASIS donate guitar for auction to kick-start big summer of music in Manchester
With their iconic homecoming gigs now only weeks away, Manchester music legends Oasis have announced they are donating a guitar for auction to celebrate their return and help kickstart a big summer of music in their home city.
Outstanding young Mancunians recognised at this year's Youth Buzz Awards - all the winners
A young pro-footballer in the making and a monster model-making young entrepreneur are amongst the recipients of this year's prestigious Youth Buzz Awards in Manchester.
Manchester City Council appoints new Strategic Director of Children’s and Education Services
Manchester City Council is pleased to announce that Sean McKendrick has been appointed to the role of Strategic Director of Children’s and Education Services.
Manchester set to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day
Civic dignitaries, veterans and councillors are set to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
Our Manchester 2025-35: Our future, shaped by you
Over the past 10 years Manchester City Council has had big ambitions for our city.
Manchester launches annual State of the City Report
The latest State of the City report, detailing Manchester’s progress in delivering its 10-year strategy, comes at a pivotal moment.
Manchester marks Global Intergenerational Week with lessons in tech, chess, and fishing for city's oldest and youngest residents
Lessons in using the latest tech, playing chess like a Grandmaster, the best bait to use to land the biggest fish, and enjoying a chat over a good book, are all things that Manchester's youngest and oldest residents will be getting to grips with together over this next week as the city marks Global Intergenerational Week (24-30 April).
Chorlton Library opens its doors after major renovation
Following a one-year transformation project, the crowds returned to the Grade II listed Chorlton Library on Saturday 5 April to celebrate the grand reopening of the main library building, and were sui
Manchester City Council News 23 Apr 2025 St George's Day Parade returns to Manchester
The St George's Day Parade, a beloved fixture in Manchester's event calendar for over 19 years, returns this year with its vibrant celebration of England's rich heritage and community spirit (27 April).
New public square unveiled in Gorton town centre
A new public square is now formally open, providing a new heart and focal point for the Gorton neighbourhood, while supporting the ongoing success of the existing Gorton Market.
Cringle Park cafe opens to fanfare from local community
A brand-new community cafe has opened its doors in Cringle Park, Levenshulme.
Plans submitted for first Grey Mare Lane neighbourhood development
Great Places Housing Group has submitted its proposals for the first planned scheme to be delivered as part of the recently approved masterplan for the Grey Mare Lane neighbourhood in east Manchester.
Manchester’s trailblazing mobility hub looks ahead to public opening next month
One of the UK’s first-of-its-kind mobility hubs is now welcoming interest to reserve cycle spaces and car parking as the countdown to opening begins.
Manchester prepares to mark VE Day 80
Celebrations to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day are set to take place throughout Manchester.
City centre walking and cycling infrastructure project reaches its conclusion
Works to significantly improve the environment for pedestrians and cyclists along Deansgate have now been completed.
Consultation begins around the long-term regeneration of the Strangeways and Cambridge neighbourhoods
An eight-week consultation and engagement process is now open that will gather local feedback around the principles for investment and development of the city centre fringe areas over the next decade
First images: Chorlton Library to reopen after year-long restoration
One of Manchester’s most historic libraries, Chorlton Library, is set to reopen its doors to the public and welcome visitors again following a year-long refurbishment.
Victoria North: Local school children name new Collyhurst social rent apartment blocks
Year five pupils from three Collyhurst schools have taken part in a competition to help name three new social housing apartment blocks.
The Great British Spring Clean returns bigger than ever as it marks 10 years at Boggart Hole Clough
- First partnership with Manchester-wide Clean and Green Manchester campaign - Cycle repair session led by Dr Bike - Trackside activities delivered by MCR Active and Youth Elements
See Myself in Books Festival to help Manchester children feel represented in books and boost reading for pleasure
Thousands of children across Manchester will discover books with characters they can relate to during the first See Myself in Books Festival, in a bid to boost reading for pleasure across the city.
Southern Cemetery named city's latest Local Nature Reserve
Part of Southern Cemetery has today (Friday 14 March) been designated as Manchester’s 11th Local Nature Reserve.
Manchester goes green this weekend as St Patrick's Day Parade returns to city centre
Mancunians are invited to go green this weekend and join in the celebrations as Manchester's annual St Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday (16 March) brings the glitz of the Emerald Isle to the city street