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General election 2024: Who is standing in Rochdale?

Rochdale presents one of the most interesting and important contests in the general election tomorrow. The area is in the

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New Electric Shuffle Bar in Manchester is the perfect place to let your competitive streak shine

A new bar that offers guests the chance to enjoy cocktails and food while battling each other at a series

Young voters in Greater Manchester speak out as General Election approaches

According to polls, nearly 50% of 18 to 24 year olds will be voting Labour this election But data from

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The number of Manchester tram fines in 2023 was thousands more than the previous year

There were more than 80,000 tram fines across Greater Manchester last year – a rise of 60% on the previous

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General election 2024: Stretford and Urmston area profile

On 4 July, residents of Stretford and Urmston will cast their votes at polling stations across the constituency to decide

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General election 2024: Altrincham and Sale West area profile

On July 4th, residents of Altrincham and Sale West will cast their votes at polling stations across the constituency to

Tuesday, Jul 2

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The race to become MP in the Red Wall seat of Bury South

The campaign to become MP for Bury South is almost over, and with the 2024 general election looming this week

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Manchester has the ‘best venues’ to watch Euros in 2024 study shows

Manchester has been named as the UK city with the best venues to watch the Euros in 2024, according to

Monday, Jul 1

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“I thought it was time to stand up and be counted”: Bolton West Lib Deb candidate Donald McIntosh shares why he’s running for MP

Donald McIntosh, standing for the Liberal Democrats in Bolton West for the upcoming election, talked with Mancunian Matters about his

“It’s been a whirlwind”: Labour candidate for Bolton West Phil Brickell on his election campaign

Bolton West will head to the polls next week to decide their next MP, and one of those who will

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General election 2024: Cheadle area profile

On 4 July, residents of Cheadle will take to polling stations to cast their votes to decide who will be

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Figures show 60% of students gambled last year: What’s being done in Manchester to combat this?

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Alcohol Awareness Week: North West stories of sobriety

July 1st-7th marks Alcohol Awareness week in the UK. It’s a week looking to promote discussion and create an environment

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Manchester Central Library looking for 90 year-olds to help them celebrate milestone anniversary

Manchester Central Library is looking for Mancunians turning 90 next month to join them in a special celebratory event taking

Manchester going against the national trend for popular baby boy names – data suggests

Muhammad is the most popular boy name in seven of the 10 boroughs in Greater Manchester. According to the office

Saturday, Jun 29

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“I think we just need a change”: How will the people of Bolton vote in the upcoming election?

With election day just under a week away, Mancunian Matters asked residents of Bolton how they will be voting on

“Part of what makes Bolton amazing is just how diverse and multicultural it is”: Bolton West voters on the election

On one of the hottest days of the year it seemed some people in Bolton were very cold on the

Friday, Jun 28

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Social mobility charity returns for second residential programme in Manchester

Lorna Selby grew up on the Isle of Wight and felt as though she didn’t have the same opportunities as

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More than 30 traders showcase at Manchester Queer Art Market

More than 30 traders showcased their work at the Manchester Queer Art Market at the Proud Place just off Oxford

Gen Z turn their backs on the booze new data shows

The popularity of alcohol among the younger generation is at a major low, according to data from a YouGov study

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WATCH: Community group gather to protect wildlife amid greenspace development plans

A community campaign group gathered this morning in an effort to ensure wildlife are protected amid plans to develop on

Thursday, Jun 27

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Richmond and Northallerton: Can Rishi Sunak hold on in his North Yorkshire constituency?

Two hours north of Manchester, prime minister Rishi Sunak is fighting to defend his seat against 12 rival candidates in

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Last summer was the wettest in the last four years in Manchester

Last July was the wettest in the last four years in Manchester – so what do previous summers tell us

Wednesday, Jun 26

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Turnout for 2024 mayoral elections fell in every Greater Manchester borough

Voter turnout for the Greater Manchester mayoral elections this year fell in every single borough. Andy Burnham had a comfortable

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Starting a side-hustle leading route to starting a business in the UK, data reveals

Starting a side-hustle is the leading route to starting a business in the UK, according to new data, which found

Burlesque The Musical theatre review: World premiere at Manchester Opera House starring Todrick Hall and Jackie Burns

Underneath the city lights, there is a world few know about… where Xtina doesn’t make a guest appearance, but there’s

Tuesday, Jun 25

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Na’amod: the organisation of British Jews standing against Israeli occupation

In this podcast Charlie Valentine met with Judith, a representative for Na’amod – a movement of Jews in the UK

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RubberPigs: Meet Greater Manchester’s very own latex clothing brand

An Oldham-based latex clothing brand has recently moved to a new venue and has hired new staff to accommodate the

Monday, Jun 24

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Taylor Swift fans rush to her defence after David Grohl aims dig during concert

Foo Fighters frontman David Grohl evoked Swiftie fury after he took a shot at Taylor Swift during a concert in

Saturday, Jun 22

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Sir Howard Bernstein: Tributes pour in following death of longtime Manchester City Council chief executive

Tributes have poured in following the death of Sir Howard Bernstein, former longtime chief executive of Manchester City Council and