News published May 2025
Get ready to embark on an exciting digital journey with Wallace and Gromit and Vaughan Williams this summer
For two weeks in June, Manchester Libraries will be hosting state-of-the-art VR headsets and a feast of digital experiences for the public.
Foster carers with over 700 years' fostering experience between them recognised at annual awards in Manchester
Foster carers with over 700 years of fostering experience between them looking after some of our most vulnerable children and young people, have been recognised by the city council at Manchester's annual Foster Carer Awards.
Funding for Wythenshawe Park improves accessibility for visitors
As part of city-wide funding to transform Manchester’s green spaces, Wythenshawe Park has undergone development for park-goers.
Manchester's Aviva Studios scoops prestigious RIBA architecture award
Manchester's landmark cultural space Aviva Studios, designed by OMA, has scooped a prestigious award as one of only four buildings in the region to be recognised with a 2025 RIBA North West Award.
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.
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.