'We lost two babies to a tragic twist of fate - now we have a miracle for Christmas'

Fans and friends of a talented Manchester guitarist have raised thousands in his name after a horror car crash earlier this week left him hospitalised. Tributes to the punk musician Miles Livingstone-Todd praised his character and his kindness, with one person calling him "the nicest bloke in hardcore."

PVRIS have announced a 2024 UK, US and EU tour set to kick off in April.The tour is in support of the band’s latest release ‘Evergreen’. Kicking off on April 24 in Hanover, the band – comprised of vocalist Lynn Gunn and bassist Brian MacDonald – will make stops in cities such as Hamburg, Berlin, Warsaw, Brussels, Prague, Vienna, Milan, Cologne, Paris, Manchester, Glasgow, and Birmingham.

Kate Garraway's husband has sadly lost his ongoing health battle, aged just 56. The Good Morning Britain star issued a statement on Instagram today, Friday 5 January, saying she held her husband's hand as he died.

Amad is now a key player for United and can't be loaned out in January. United's bench looks worrying, and that's where Amad steps in.

Manchester United great Peter Schmeichel says Erik ten Hag was wrong to haul off Kobbie Mainoo at half-time during the 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon. Mainoo started for the fourth match running, but the teenager was sacrificed after 45 minutes to make way for Scott McTominay.

Manchester United fans are lamenting the absence of Rasmus Hojlund in the club's clash with Nottingham Forest, although are happy that Amad has made the squad for the first time this season.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has recalled Antony to the starting line-up for this evening's clash with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground because of his ability to make runs in behind.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has called on his team to show the same resilience against Nottingham Forest as was possessed in the second half at Old Trafford on Boxing Day.

Manchester United could be without 10 players for their Premier League meeting with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Saturday evening (5.30pm).

A young mum described as a "ray of light" tragically died of cancer just days before Christmas. Kaleigh Bold had previously fought off one bout of aggressive breast cancer and underwent intense chemotherapy and a double mastectomy a few years ago.

Salford City have axed manager Neil Wood following a 5-1 home thumping by Tranmere Rovers on Boxing Day.

Manchester United supporters are divided on Erik ten Hag’s decision to sell Anthony Elanga after the winger helped Nottingham Forest pull off a shock win.

The royal family marked Christmas Day by attending the traditional festive church service on the King’s Sandringham estate.

Christmas time is one for spending with family, exchanging gifts and enjoying food and drink with friends. But each of those traditions can have a difficult side – as much as it’s a time of joy and laughter, Christmas can be mentally, emotionally, physically, and financially draining.

They're a familiar Christmas sight - the snaking queues at butchers across Greater Manchester as families make their final festive preparations.

Manchester United and England footballer Mason Mount says he felt 'privileged' to spend Christmas festivities with a group of special people 'often overlooked'. Residents at Timperley Nursing Home were thrilled to be joined by the special guest for their early Christmas dinner on Thursday, December 21.

Christmas Eve weekend is here and it looks to be starting out with characteristically Mancunian weather as the festivities begin. Here is the weather forecast for the weekend, and the weather expected to roll in on Christmas Day and Boxing Day over Greater Manchester.

Bosses of Altrincham’s town centre shopping hub the Stamford Quarter are predicting a vibrant 2024 after reporting a five percent uplift in visitor numbers. Landlord and property company Bruntwood says it's had a successful 2023 following an influx of new stores joining national brands and independent boutiques.

Four tents appeared near the entrance of Salford’s town hall in apparent protest by homeless people. The tents appeared yesterday morning (Thursday December 21) as the city planning and transportation regulatory panel was taking place.

It's the most wonderful time of the year with Christmas just around the corner. Most of us will spend it celebrating with family and friends - which means you may need to stock up on plenty of food and drink.