Manchester's Christmas Markets have ended for 2025. While some traders reported their worst year in 20 years, others saw strong sales. Read the full story on the festive season's economic impact.
A Birmingham landlord urges locals to support their pub this Christmas as closures hit 'unprecedented rate' and business rates threaten a 15% hike. Protect your local.
From April 6, Making Tax Digital launches for those earning over £50k. HMRC urges sign-up to testing now to prepare for digital record-keeping and quarterly updates.
Bilston market traders will pay no rent for two months as a multi-million-pound regeneration scheme faces major delays and cost increases. Read the full story.
Shirebrook Town Council left unable to function after 11 councillors quit. Bolsover District Council appoints temporary members to restore operations. Read the full story.
Manchester's Royal Exchange stages a splash-hit revival of Singin' in the Rain. Plus, a powerful photography exhibition on KFOR's 25th anniversary opens in Rochdale and a local writer's inspiring journey.
Sixteen victims of the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing have been awarded nearly £20 million in damages. The settlements follow a public inquiry that found serious security failings. Read the full story.
Taylor Wimpey Manchester has donated 321 winter essentials to Lifeshare charity for the homeless. The homebuilder's national Wrap Up Warm campaign has provided over 14,000 items. Learn more about this vital community support.
Virgin Media O2 has moved 1,100 staff to a new 'marquee' Manchester HQ. The telecoms giant says the city centre location boosts recruitment and hybrid working is here to stay. Read more.
Sutton Coldfield's Victorian Christmas Market returns for 2025 with over 60 traders, festive entertainment, and free parking. Discover the magical two-weekend event.
A former detective who stole cocaine from police stores has been ordered to repay £75,420. Andrew Talbot was jailed for 19 years in 2024. Read the full story of his downfall.
FIFA rules will see Man Utd lose three key players for their Premier League trip to Aston Villa on December 21 due to AFCON. Get the full details and manager reaction here.
Music fans feel 'ripped off' after Heather Small performed for just 25 minutes at Manchester Cathedral. Organisers accused of mis-selling the event. Read the full story.
Sean Farrell, who fled to Spain to escape justice, has been sentenced to over five years for supplying class A and B drugs. Read how police finally caught him.
Marcus Rashford finally plays for Barcelona at the Camp Nou after illness delay. The Manchester United loanee has impressed with 15 goal contributions this season.
Two Birmingham residents were intercepted at Manchester Airport smuggling over 60kg of cannabis concealed in their luggage. Discover the details of this major drug bust.
Aston Villa could beat Manchester United to sign Real Madrid's Brazilian wonderkid Endrick on loan in January to boost their Champions League push and solve striker concerns.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery shuns post-match spotlight as his team builds momentum. With Liverpool and Man City facing issues, Villa's balanced squad eyes a top-four challenge. Read the full analysis.
Wolves receive transfer boost as David Ornstein denies Manchester United talks for Joao Gomes. Exclusive details on the midfielder's future amid relegation fears.
Celebrate Rochdale's vibrant arts scene by nominating local heroes for the Rochdale Culture Awards 2026. Submit your entries before December 19 deadline.
Two strangers from Birmingham arrested smuggling cannabis on same Thailand flight. One jailed, one gets suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
Two strangers from Birmingham, Leon Coley and Gemma Edgar, were caught smuggling over 60kg of cannabis on the same flight from Thailand. Discover their stories and sentences.
Manchester United are targeting Wolves midfielder Andre alongside Joao Gomes for January transfer. Wolves face relegation battle as United seek midfield reinforcements.
Unai Emery believes Jadon Sancho is building confidence after completing his first 90 minutes for Aston Villa. The Manchester United loanee created six chances against Young Boys.
Gary Neville's Relentless development firm will transform the historic Kendals department store into offices and retail, securing the future of this Manchester landmark with £44m funding.
Discover how Mancunian stars Aitch and Angry Ginge's real-life friendship became I'm A Celebrity's biggest success story. Learn their origin story here.
A 31-year-old man has been arrested at Manchester Airport in connection with the October terror attack on a synagogue. Two men died in the incident. Police continue their investigation.
Lyra Cassell, 20, from Liverpool, survived rare leukaemia thanks to a cord blood transplant from Spain. Read her inspiring story and learn about donation.
Discover Winter Wood Grotto in Rochdale - an immersive storytelling experience combining theatre, music and dance for all ages. Book tickets now for magical winter wonder!
Currency traders are betting against Sterling ahead of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget, raising fears of a potential currency collapse similar to the 2022 crisis.