Greater Manchester council issued just ONE fly-tipping fine in 12 months - despite 4,000 reports

A threatening email which sparked lockdowns at schools across the the north west was sent to six schools in Greater Manchester, police have said. Manchester High School for Girls, Manchester Grammar and Withington Girls School were among those to receive an email which 'made threats to pupils and staff', the Manchester Evening News understands.

Universities contribute almost £5billion to Greater Manchester's economy and support tens of thousands of jobs, according to a new report.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak had a ready answer this week when asked about the plans to shut nearly all railway ticket offices in England amid pressure from the Government to cut costs.

Police officers and social workers raised fears that more than 500 children from Oldham were being sexually abused last year - the highest in nearly a decade - a Manchester Evening News and Local Democracy Reporting Service investigation has found.

Four destinations within a two hour drive of Greater Manchester have been named among the best towns and villages to visit in the UK. More than 9,000 Which? members were asked to rate inland places they had visited, scoring them on factors such as food and drink, scenery, tourist attractions and more.

Two towns in Greater Manchester have been recognised as being amongst the best places to buy your first home in the UK. A report from The Times has named 12 locations that are ideal spots for first-time buyers, taking into account factors from good-value properties to future prospects and investment in the area.

A weather warning for 'disrupting' thunderstorms and possible flooding remained in force in Greater Manchester today - as the UK recorded its hottest day of the year so far.

It was the cut that left residents feeling trapped - and businesses fearful for the future. But now the V2 bus - which links Atherton to Manchester, is set to return.

People across Greater Manchester may be able to catch a glimpse of the Red Arrows today.

Greater Manchester councils are carrying out checks to see if any of their buildings have dangerous crumbling concrete.

People in parts of Greater Manchester will be able to catch a glimpse of the Red Arrows on Friday.

Plans to transform a Grade II-listed canalside warehouse into 32 'high quality' apartments in one of Greater Manchester’s most desirable residential areas have been tabled.

Work has begun on several Greater Manchester schools affected by dangerous crumbly concrete as 'mitigating measures' are put in place.

Stockport is being hailed as the ‘Hollywood of the North’ as it grows its reputation as a popular filming location for some of the world’s leading TV shows and films.

The summer holidays aren’t over yet which means there’s still time to squeeze in a trip to the beach. Even if wall-to-wall sunshine isn't in the forecast, it’s always nice to visit the coast and soak up the sea views.

Three men have been arrested after reports of a burglary in Salford.

The players starting in England women's first ever World Cup final have been named ahead of their historic fixture against Spain.

They are the nation's heroes, on the cusp of World Cup glory.

Amongst the array of properties on the market today, it can be difficult to come across a home that is truly unique. One house in Greater Manchester has been completely transformed by its current owners, and it is now looking for a new buyer to call it their 'forever home'.

Famous burger joint Archie’s has announced that it will open its landmark tenth restaurant at TraffordCity’s Trafford Palazzo later this month.