It's one of Greater Manchester's most sought-after destinations - but there's a filthy problem

Administrators have announced that Ted Baker will close down 15 stores across the UK.

Greater Manchester Police have shared an appeal for help to track down a man from Oldham who is wanted after a woman was stabbed to death while pushing a pram.

Bolton is a town prone to an identity crisis. Ever since it was pulled into Greater Manchester by the 1974 Local Government Act, many of its residents have steadfastly refused to accept its removal from Lancashire.

From working 70 hour weeks due to staff cuts, to turning off lights and the heating on quiet days or shutting altogether, the cost of living crisis and rising energy bills are forcing pub landlords to take drastic measures in a bid to stay afloat.

The cost of renting is continuing to soar across the UK - and Greater Manchester is no exception. Rents have now risen by 8.8 percent across the country, with prices up by as much as 20 percent in some areas.

The M.E.N recently reported on the scale of demand for high school places in Trafford, the only Greater Manchester borough which still has a state grammar school system decided by the 11-plus exam. Here, the M.E.N's Damon Wilkinson writes about how Trafford came to be the only borough in our region which kept a selective school system which defined post-war Britain - but only survives in a few parts of the country today.

Amid the mansions in one of Greater Manchester's leafiest suburbs sits a row of pristine white cottages with a little-known history.

It's the holiest day in the Christian calendar, and for some, Good Friday marks the beginning of a much-needed four day break. For others, it’s an excuse to sneak some Easter egg chocolate from the other room.

Police are looking into the circumstances behind a video that shows a group of youths gathering near a mosque in Bury.

Bolton has been named Greater Manchester’s town of culture for 2024. The award will bring £50,000 to support a year-long programme of new events.

Papa Johns is set to close 43 of its UK stores, including four in north west England.

A house in Greater Manchester was swept off the market less than a week after being put up for sale - despite having a hefty price tag. The 'time capsule' property in Altrincham, Trafford, which has been in the same family since the 60s, proved to be a hit with buyers looking for a big project.

Rent costs have risen by nine percent across the country over the last year, with some areas experiencing much bigger price hikes than others. It now costs £1,238 a month on average to rent a private home in Great Britain, according to the latest data from the government’s Housing Market Indices Team.

The Sunday Times has released its list of the Best Places to Live in the UK in 2024 - and two areas in Greater Manchester have made the cut. This year, the London title's team of judges chose to include Prestwich and Stockport in its comprehensive guide - with the latter being named the best location to live across the whole of the north west.

A man has died after his electric motorcycle crashed into a metal access barrier at a Stockport park. Greater Manchester Police says members of the public rushed to the 32-year-old's aid following the crash at Alexandra Park, near to the main car park off Cheadle Old Road, Edgeley.

A 20mph zone will be introduced on a “lethal” road in Oldham following the tragic deaths of two cyclists. Stamford Road in Lees is due to receive a new speed limit and a number of traffic calming measures to reduce the risk of further accidents.

Coleen Rooney stepped out this week looking better than ever. After putting the drama of the Wagatha Christie trial behind her, she is relishing family life with her husband, ex-footballer Wayne Rooney, and their four sons. As she attended a glitzy bash in Manchester, Coleen, 37, showed off a fresh, shorter haircut to go with her pink trouser suit.

Plans for a home that have sparked outrage in Hyde are set to be approved next week.

A free service to control rats in homes is to be introduced by Bolton Council. The decision was made after the authority said that since charges were introduced for domestic pest control, there had been a ‘noticeable decline’ in requests for rodent treatments at the same time problems with rats were getting worse.

New plans to clamp down on poor housing and rogue landlords will be put into action in Oldham. An extended selective licensing scheme will allow the local authority to hold those renting out homes to higher standards.