From St Ann’s Hospice to Rio 2016: Olympic hopeful on helping others as he prepares for track glory
Lewis is keeping his feet firmly on the ground in the lead up to Rio 2016 by helping out as a volunteer at St Ann’s Hospice in Heald Green.
Time capsule at start line will provide peek into the past at new Belle Vue sports village
The capsule – that will be dug up and opened in 50 years – contains objects from the wide-ranging partners involved in the development as a lasting celebration of the project, and as a snapshot of the local area for future generations to uncover.
Swinging Sixties: Manchester retirees keep up lifestyle of 20-somethings, study reveals
It turns out Manchester’s 24-hour party people are still partying as a study reveals the city’s 60-somethings are keeping up with the lifestyle of those in their 20s.
Why not splash out? Charities get wave of support at 2015 Great Manchester Swim
Around 2,000 swimmers are expected to descend on the waterways of Salford Quays to undertake the one mile, dock-to-dock open water swim tomorrow.
I don’t think you’re ready for this jelly! World’s wangers unite for first time ever at Salford haunted mansion
The world’s first Jelly Wanging Championships – where competitors are judged on how theatrically they toss their jelly – is coming to a haunted Salford mansion.
Storming back into town: Manchester ice hockey franchise return 13 years on
Manchester Storm this week announced their first pre-season matches following their return, 18 years after the original team closed due to financial problems.
Lancashire’s ‘matured’ Buttler set for Ashes battle after NZ one-day warm-up
Jos Buttler is coming of age in England’s Test side, and the mould-breaking gloveman insists there is still plenty more for him to offer in time for this summer’s Ashes with arch-rivals Australia.
VIDEO: Manchester Futsal Club ‘buzzing’ as they pioneer sport’s national growth
Three-time northern champions Manchester Futsal Club are one of the leading lights in the national indoor five-a-side version of football both on and off the court.
End of financial chokehold for Bolton wrestler with Olympic dream after £2k mystery gift
A Bolton wrestler has described the ‘shocking’ moment he received a string of donations from local supporters who aimed to fund his sporting dream.
Lennon promises Bolton summer overhaul to ‘put his own stamp’ on squad
Although Neil Lennon has been largely happy with his side’s performances this season he has acknowledged that changes are needed if Bolton Wanderers are to fulfil their potential next season.
Dive into bed: Swimmers best lovers and Manchester loves s…wimming, study reveals
New research has revealed swimmers make the best lovers – and guess what Manchester’s favourite sport is? That’s right, swimming.