World champions and local favourites head to Bolton for Muay Thai Tanko Main Event
This weekend sees the north-west play host to the best that Muay Thai has to offer as The Tanko Main Event takes place at Bolton USN Arena.
‘Borthwick-Jackson would be good in a war zone!’: Man Utd players’ video of bus attack sparks mixed response
As Manchester United’s team bus came under attack from West Ham United supporters outside Upton Park last night, the players inside took out their phones to record their experience.
‘Cycling is a way of life’: Spin Festival laud Manchester after ‘fantastic’ city debut
One of the UK’s top cycling festivals has made its northern debut at Manchester’s Victoria Warehouse.
Judas! Bob Dylan’s infamous Manchester gig to be saluted on 50th anniversary
Bob Dylan played one of the most infamous concerts in music history on May 17, 1966.
‘Who doesn’t like free stuff?’ Manchester shop ready to celebrate Free Comic Day
A Northern Quarter comic book store will be hosting a party complete with balloons and cake for the 15th anniversary of Free Comic Book Day this Saturday.
‘I couldn’t be prouder’: Boxer who sparred with Anthony Crolla’s dad backs champ in first world title defence
‘World-class’ Anthony Crolla will beat Ismael Barroso by targeting his body, according to an old sparring partner of the Mancunian world champion’s dad.
Election 2016 – Manchester round-up: John Leech breaks Labour autonomy for Lib Dems
Labour’s 100% hold over Manchester City Council was broken by experienced Liberal Democrat John Leech on an otherwise quiet day in the Manchester City Council elections.
The People’s History Museum calls for volunteers with a passion for LGBT rights
The People’s History Museum is seeking people who have a passion for history and LGBT rights to step forward as they hunt for a team of volunteer community curators to create its latest exhibition.
‘We want them to have a successful life’: Headteacher aiming high as Ofsted praise failing Oldham school
The executive principle of an Oldham school deemed inadequate by Ofsted is aiming high after the education watchdog commended his leadership.
‘They hold the crown’: The Smiths are Manchester royalty, says man behind Salford Lad’s Club shot
The Lowry is hosting a photographic exhibition to mark 30 years since The Smiths released The Queen Is Dead.
‘It’s the human spirit’: Watch as MM take on the Gung-Ho! fun run in Heaton Park
Heaton Park has staged some memorable events over the years but none quite as extravagant as this.