When an amateur sports club has an official historian, it becomes obvious that there is more to that team than immediately meets the eye.

From adult-only ball pools to musings on food, Manchester’s Science Festival is sure to be a hit with locals, with 170 events set to be held between October 22 and November 1.

Political figures from Greater Manchester and beyond have responded with sadness to the death of Michael Meacher MP, describing him as a ‘quintessential gentleman’ who made a ‘significant contribution to national and international politics’.

Prince Harry presented a prestigious award to a member of staff from Manchester Children’s Hospital, after she was nominated by a child patient.

Oldham Council is planning a number of Remembrance Sunday ceremonies to honour those who have fallen during warfare.

The Printworks will be selling hundreds of jars of Manchester’s finest ‘live from the hive’ honey as they celebrate their second annual harvest to raise money for two Manchester charities.

Local communities have been called upon to work together to prevent burglary, as the Greater Manchester Police go through ‘challenging times’.

Lucy Rose’s gig last night was certainly one to remember, including a subdued encore amid a musical hypnosis, followed by a win for authenticity, friendship and loaves of bread.

Homeowners in Manchester can now have their house searched for any signs of paranormal activity, thanks to an online estate agent.

Modern day electro-pop is sometimes accused of being empty and forgettable – such descriptions cannot be applied to the genre’s latest sensation Years & Years.

Halloween is just around the corner, and whilst some will be content to close the curtains and ignore the trick-or-treaters, many around Manchester will be looking to get into the spirit.