More than £3m in Covid grants to be handed to hundreds of Bolton businesses despite them not applying for funding

Filming has been taking place in Bolton town centre this week ahead of a new Netflix crime thriller series set to air next year on the streaming platform. Crews have been seen shooting scenes for Bodies, an adaptation of a graphic novel by Si Spencer.

DEALSDice has been named ticketing partner for Manchester’s New Century venue. “We’re delighted to be working with Dice”, says the venue’s Ruth Hemmingfield. “Like us, their aim is to deliver the best experience for fans; it’s easy to use and a great way to keep a track of your favourite artists and venues”.————————————————–APPOINTMENTSAdem Holness has been named as the new Head Of Contemporary Music at London’s Southbank Centre.

Funding of over a million pounds has been given to Greater Manchester to commission independent advisors who will support victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence - including LGBT victims, children and young people, as well as victims of stalking and harassment.

Manchester United reportedly handed Christian Eriksen a £12m signing-on bonus to ensure they beat Tottenham to his signature. The Dane arrived as a free agent in the summer following the end of this contract at Brentford. He became Erik ten Hag’s second signing as United boss and has played all five games so far this season.

Today sees the start of a revolution for buses in Greater Manchester. Single fares will be capped at £2 for adults and £1 for children while day tickets which can be used on all bus services across the city-region will only cost £5.

There’s no hope in John McDonald’s eyes. “I haven’t eaten in three days,” he says, glancing down at the floor. “I’ve been on the streets since my mum and dad died four years ago.”

Antony signed on the dotted line for Manchester United hours before the summer deadline - and the €100million recruit has now trained for the first time as attentions turn to Arsenal on Sunday afternoon.

Spicing up his life! Romeo Beckham has been turning heads since he was born — and after making his modeling debut in 2012, his star has continued to rise.

Self Esteem has added six more shows to her 2023 UK and Ireland tour.The singer-songwriter’s ‘I Tour This All The Time’ tour, which is in support of her Mercury Prize-nominated album ‘Prioritise Pleasure’ (2021), marks her biggest headline gigs yet.Self Esteem (real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor) will hit the road on February 21, 2023 at Cambridge’s Junction before wrapping the tour at Manchester’s Albert Hall on March 18.The new dates are in Edinburgh (March 5), Glasgow (6), Oxford (14) and Sheffield (16). Taylor has also added second shows at London’s Eventim Apollo (March 17) and Manchester’s Albert Hall (18).Tickets go on general sale at 10am BST this Friday (September 2) from here.

Lisandro Martinez had already endeared himself to the Manchester United faithful, but an interaction with the travelling support in Saturday’s 1-0 win over Southampton will have bolstered his status.

Manchester United are reportedly considering Thomas Meunier as an 'alternative' to Barcelona's Sergino Dest ahead of the transfer deadline.

Manchester City are reportedly 'ready to leave Bernardo Silva leave' the club if the right offer comes in.

Napoli are reportedly 'willing to send' Victor Osimhen on loan to Manchester United before transfer deadline day, but only on two conditions.

The Osmonds and Six have wrapped up their Manchester theatre shows following successful legs in the city - and September is set to be just as exciting, with four incredible shows set to take to the stages of the Opera House and Palace Theatre.

Ajax winger Antony has undergone a medical and Newcastle goalkeeper Martin Dubravka is set to complete his on Tuesday ahead of transfers to Manchester United, according to reports.

Barcelona have brought the curtain down on their quest to sign Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva, just days ahead of the transfer window closing.

The owners of two of Bolton's most popular nightspots are opening a stylish late-night cocktail bar.