Christmas tree becomes "leaning tower of tree-sa" after high winds hit Manchester

A nine-year-old boy has gone without Christmas presents this year - and asked Santa for donations to Manchester dog shelter instead.

While shoppers were hunting down last-minute Christmas gifts in the city centre, police have been trying to stop some bargain hunters just outside of it.

Manchester United have continued their beautiful tradition of sending gifts and messages of support to children's hospitals ahead of Christmas Day.

Turkeys are being collected, veg hoarded and cheese stockpiled by customers at food shops across Manchester, as the Christmas rush began in earnest today.

This year, Santa has had a helping hand from the people of Manchester in raising enough money to buy Christmas gifts for more than 35,000 disadvantaged children.

Bolton’s Covid-19 booster vaccine efforts will hit top gear this week — as a new 24-hour clinic opens on Thursday.

"We can't wait to get home, sit in our pyjamas and do nothing for a week," laughs Eddie Osman as the final day of trading on Manchester Christmas Markets dawns.

Two people were taken to hospital following a mass brawl in Manchester city centre.

Staff at vaccination clinics across Greater Manchester will be giving booster jabs on Christmas Day.

Gogglebox star family The Malones are officially ready for Christmas after getting to grips with their outdoor lights display.The family unveiled the seasonal set-up on their Instagram page, where they shared a photo of the outside of their home.

Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher have locked horns once again after Mino Raiola's comments on the future of relentless talisman Erling Haaland with his next move in the spotlight.

Manchester’s famous Christmas markets are well over half way through with just under two weeks until stalls are closed for another year.

Satisfaction is low and concern high amongst Manchester United supporters.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed that England will move to 'Plan B' following the increase in cases of the Omicron variant of Covid-19, meaning fresh restrictions will come into force.

Love Island stars Paige Turley and Finn Tapp have given a glimpse inside their stunning Christmas decorations at their Manchester pad. The 24 year old Scottish beauty, who recently admitted that she won't get tattoo for Finn as she 'can't handle the pain', shared a peek at her stunning homemade tree at the chic apartment she shares with her 22 year old boyfriend Finn.

Charlotte Dawson has shared a glimpse of her pretty candy cane tree as she prepares to celebrate her son Noah's first Christmas. The 29 year old, who shares adorable 11 month old son Noah with her boyfriend Matt Sarsfield, 30, posted a transformation clip to her 1.3million followers after the elaborate tree was constructed in the living room at her stunning home in Manchester.

A top Bolton chef has unveiled his latest creation - a tantalising 1kg pie stuffed with a full Christmas dinner.

Manchester council has appointed a new leader for the first time in a quarter of a century.

Everyone loves Christmas dinner, it’s an occasion that brings us all together; gathering around a table with your loved ones whilst tucking into some pretty indulgent food.