'End of an area' as owners of huge Manchester food hall make major announcement

Bus drivers in Greater Manchester have been stripping off to produce not one but two cheeky calendars for 2024.

Tributes have been paid to a doctor who looked after patients in Stockport for over four decades. Dr Sikander Malik worked at four GP practices and two hospitals during his 43 years spent working in the borough.

Adam Thomas was left appearing frustrated as he continued to battle his health woes while keeping his fans and followers updated with honest posts. The Waterloo Road star opened up last year about being told he had rheumatoid arthritis.

It's one of the biggest issues facing Greater Manchester and the UK. But in Parliament, it was debated in a room of empty chairs.

A man has been charged with murder as part of investigations into the death of Andre Marshall in 2015. Andre, from Whalley Range, was shot dead on May 20, 2015, and his body was found near St Clement's Church.

Over £3 million in speeding fines were issued to motorists in Greater Manchester in a year, new figures have revealed. Between November 2022 and November 2023, over 30,000 fines were issued after motorists were caught by speed cameras across the region.

TV icon Brenda Blethyn has returned to our screens as the titular detective, DCI Vera Stanhope in the new series of ITV's Vera, but off screen has a huge family.The drama series returned on Sunday, January 7, much to the delight of Vera fans as series 13 kicked off with more complex crimes needing to be solved in Northumberland. Brenda, 77, has played the leading role of DCI Vera since the show launched in 2011 and has delighted fans ever since. But away from the cameras, what else do we know about the leading lady? From growing up with eight siblings to being introduced to film by her parents.

Manchester's second Malmaison Hotel is preparing to open its doors to guests. Malmaison Deansgate will open to the public from February 1, bosses have announced.

Manchester has been named among the best places to visit in 2024 by The New York Times in its annual guide. The US publication has listed 52 places to travel to in the coming year, with the likes of Paris, Singapore and Florida also making the cut.

Former EastEnders actress Maisie Smith and The Wanted singer Max George have given fans a peek into their stunning Manchester home.The couple, who have been together since 2022, have transformed their once colourful house into a modern masterpiece. The pair first met on Strictly Come Dancing in 2020, when Maisie was partnered with Kevin Clifton and Max danced with Dianne Buswell.They moved in together last January after Max surprised Maisie with a key to his home during a cinema date.

Detectives investigating a double murder in Moss Side have released new pictures of five witnesses they want to speak to about the shooting.

Cadbury is making a huge change to its chocolate bars, though you’ll have to be quick if you want to be in with a chance of enjoying them.To mark its 200th anniversary, from today the iconic brand is bringing back seven of its most memorable Dairy Milk packaging designs, with the chosen designs spanning from 1915 to the present day.The 180g bars of chocolate will be available to purchase from all major supermarkets for £2, though prices may vary depending on the store you visit. With the special bars only being available until stocks last, you’ll have to be quick if you want to grab your hands on the sweet treats.

A Greater Manchester NHS chief issued a public statement on Wednesday night (January 3) as hospitals across the region face huge pressures and long waits at A&E.

This is the moment a mouse was spotted scurrying around near an entrance to the Trafford Centre's busy food hall at Christmas.

Community campaigners, two star footballers and charity champions are among those from Greater Manchester who have been recognised in this year's King's New Year Honours list.

Borussia Dortmund star Ramy Bensebaini has opened the door to a potential move to Manchester United in the future after being tentatively linked with the Premier League giants.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has thrilled fans by sharing the 'best news' with his fans and followers weeks after the latest series came to an end. The dancer appeared during the final of the BBC One dance contest earlier this month following his unexpected exit from the 2023 series.

Unai Emery believes the Old Trafford atmosphere made a big difference in Manchester United's comeback win against his Aston Villa side on Boxing Day.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reached out to Manchester United fans after stepping on board at Old Trafford.

Manchester United's reported target Benjamin Sesko is believed to be open to a move to the Premier League in January, according to reports.