Metrolink strike could be held over busy Parklife festival weekend

A group of students who occupied Manchester University buildings as part of a long-running rent strike could be excluded. Disciplinary proceedings have begun against 11 students who barricaded themselves in university buildings during the stand-off.

A house on the real life Coronation Street is going up for auction next week.

Parklife festival-goers are set to face transport headaches this year after the dates for the Metrolink strike were confirmed.

A woman has shared her experience of contracting an unusual fungal disease which could be part of a new global epidemic. According to the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the woman was infected by drug-resistant ringworm, also known as tinea.

Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal and Newcastle United will compete in next season's Champions League.

Tottenham Hotspur's hopes of convincing Harry Kane to stay were perhaps dealt another blow after Arne Slot turned them down to remain at Feyenoord.

The decision not to allow members of the public to speak at council meetings has sparked fears councillors would not be ‘held accountable’.

The regeneration of Prestwich town centre should take inspiration from Chorlton, Altrincham, Didsbury and Manchester city centre's Mackie Mayor, a public consultation has found. The £100m plan to redevelop the centre of the neighbourhood includes the demolition of the Longfield centre, replacing it with independent businesses; homes; outdoor areas; and a new community 'hub' focused on health.

A little boy with a huge love of Metrolink was all smiles after transport bosses sent him a surprise bag of goodies. Isaac Hardman, four, adores all things to do with the region's tram system, and, according to his mum, watches trams everyday on YouTube on his tablet.

Staff at one of the country's biggest further education colleges are striking as part of a row over pay.

A GMP officer used a fake marriage certificate after she was caught telling 'lies' about her wedding during the covid pandemic, a misconduct hearing has heard.

University students have hit out after being BANNED from studying at a univerity-owned cafe during peak hours - including all day on weekends.

Experts have warned that making a common error while driving with pets could land motorists a hefty fine.

A dad says "panicked screams" woke him up during the night as four men in masks took his daughters hostage and threatened to kill his son, before they drove off in his motor. Mohammed Ali, 39, says his "family is broken" after the gang broke into his Oldham home with machetes, a meat cleaver and a brick on Tuesday, May 9, reports the Manchester Evening News.

The government wants people to separate their food and garden recycling – but bosses in Greater Manchester have concerns it could need costly new bins and collection wagons.

Parklife is the second most affordable festival in the UK, according to new stats. The Manchester festival, which attracts 80,000 people each day, came in just behind the Lindisfarne Festival in the rankings.

Although the Coronation itself may be over, there’s still a lot of bank holiday weekend left to enjoy. Celebrations continue to take place across Greater Manchester, with people holding street parties and events today and tomorrow.

A health expert has warned that a dry mouth could be a symptom of five serious illnesses.

Holidaymakers are being warned of potential summer holiday chaos as workers at Edinburgh Airport are being balloted to strike. Unite Scotland says around 275 members are considering industrial action in the coming months amid a pay row with bosses.

More than a million NHS staff in England are to receive a pay rise after health unions have approved the controversial deal from the government.