Manchester Airport offers travel deals on Black Friday
Nov 29, 2024 · The airport, which connects to more than 200 destinations worldwide, is offering a range of travel bargains. From winter sun to discounted dining experiences, passengers can take advantage of cut-price highlights this Black Friday.
Reconstruction of woman discovered dead in River Mersey
Nov 30, 2024 · The woman was discovered dead by Chorlton Water Park by a member of the public in March 2024. She is unidentified in spite of an in-depth investigation and a number of appeals the latest of which, on Friday, was an appeal including a …
Altrincham: Concern at Cresta Court over outbreak of scabies
Dec 4, 2024 · The Church Street hotel is in use for up to 300 asylum seekers who are awaiting caseworker consideration as of a little more than one month ago.. According to a source at least one of the residents arrived with scabies which spread to …
Sale: 'Harrowing' moment man drives van at police officer
Dec 6, 2024 · Greater Manchester Police released footage of the 'harrowing' moment a man drove a van at a police officer, earning him more than six years in jail.
Greater Manchester Magistrates' Association win King's Award
Nov 14, 2024 · In addition, they organise visits to prisons and the probation service and raise funds to support their work in the community. Last year, Greater Manchester Magistrates’ Association volunteers conducted 197 visits and reached 8,560 young people across all ten Greater Manchester boroughs.
Man arrested amid crackdown on crime at Trafford Centre
Nov 30, 2024 · The patrol at the shopping centre was part of Project Servator which is a crackdown on crime involving police and partners. On Friday, a busy day due to Black Friday, one man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class B drugs.
TransPennine Express launches electric-powered train service
Dec 3, 2024 · This milestone is a direct benefit of the multi-billion-pound TRU programme and follows the work done during a 26-day blockade between Manchester and Stalybridge and multiple weekends in 2023 and 2024, during which the overhead line equipment was installed.
Greater Manchester transport staff to strike before Christmas
Dec 5, 2024 · Unite says that the strike will cause "serious disruption", however TfGM has said it would not affect tram or bus services. According to Unite, a pay increase of £1,290 was recently rejected as the staff are looking for an increase that accounts for the cost of living crisis and reverses the fall in the value of their wages in real terms.
Mountain Warehouse store to open this weekend in Altrincham
Nov 6, 2024 · Mountain Warehouse founder and chief executive Mark Neale said: “We’re delighted to be opening our first store in Greater Manchester, and excited to share our passion for adventure and great value outdoor gear for all the family, even the dog.”
Storm Darragh: Government sends emergency alert to millions
Dec 6, 2024 · The Cabinet Office issued the alert at 6.45pm to people in areas covered by the red warning in parts of Wales and the South West of England. The Emergency Alert system sent a message to every compatible mobile phone in the impacted areas, containing information about the red warning and guidance on how to stay safe into Saturday (December 7).