Ask a random person to describe burlesque dancing, and after a short giggle, they’d probably come up with a mangled picture of musical theatre and stripping.

Hundreds of footballers could be forced to leave the Premier League in the event of a vote to leave the European Union, a sports industry expert has warned.

Labour shook off a strong challenge from UKIP to retain slightly diminished control of Bolton council in the local elections.

Step aside United and City – there can be no doubt about Manchester’s most successful sports team this season.

Departing Sale Sharks hooker Tommy Taylor has spoken of his pride in representing his hometown club – but says that now is the time for a new challenge.

It’s time to dust down the bunting and dig out your favourite England shirt – Saturday is St George’s Day.

There can’t be many jobs that can inspire joy in most of the people they meet, but wide-eyed terror in others.

Lancashire Director of Cricket Ashley Giles admitted that he is approaching the prospect of Division One cricket with a mixture of excitement and uncertainty, stating ‘let’s get on with it’.

The arson attack that tore through Wythenshawe Hall on Tuesday morning has been labelled as typical of the disconnect in society by a descendant of the family who once lived there.

Neil Lennon has left Bolton Wanderers by mutual consent today, with the Championship side 11 points adrift of safety.

Move over Starbucks and Costa, a Cheadle entrepreneur is providing a top-quality caffeine boost to Manchester and beyond.