Sadistic gang chopped off man's leg leaving him terrified in 'gratuitous and violent' attack

Staff at one of the country's biggest further education colleges are striking as part of a row over pay.

A woman bravely told her child's teacher that she was in danger following a brutal beating - as her abusive husband loitered outside the school. Sobhan Azizi, 33, repeatedly attacked his wife of 10 years with a metal pole the night before.

Rochdale Sixth Form College is to get a ‘crucial’ new six-storey extension to ensure students continue to achieve ‘academic excellence’. Rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted and named ‘Sixth Form College of the Year’ in 2021, it currently provides further education for up to 1,480 young learners.

The Manchester International Festival has announced its music and food line-up for the all-new Festival Square. Where it’s previously taken over Albert Square, this year it will be happening at Factory International’s new riverside location.

Matt Willis has spoken of his strong relationship with his TV star wife Emma ahead of her appearing in his new documentary. The Busted singer will be seen on BBC One on Wednesday night in his own film in which he opens up about his battle with addiction.

A man has had to undergo dental surgery after being violently assaulted while onboard a Stockport train.

Erling Haaland's quiet night in Madrid didn't go unnoticed by his Manchester City teammates, who are already plotting how to ensure the striker is more effective at the Etihad next week.

Molly-Mae Hague and her Love Island boyfriend Tommy Fury, who recently turned 24, have been spotted out and about in Manchester as they enjoyed a lunch outing with baby Bambi in tow. The couple looked totally relaxed as they linked arms and headed out, with Tommy pushing the pram during a drizzly day in the city.

At the weekend Amanda Holden turned heads as she stepped out at the Coronation Concert in a hot pink suit with a matching bra worn underneath. The Britain's Got Talent judge stood out amongst all the red, white and blue in her her vibrant outfit.

Nick Freeman has made millions getting his celebrity clients off drink-drive charges and other motoring offences.

A man has told of the moment he rushed to help a stabbing victim following a horrifying knife attack in Tameside.

A man has been taken to hospital following what appears to be a violent incident at a block of flats in Middleton.

Manchester City return to the Etihad Stadium this weekend when they host Leeds United in the Premier League.

Police have released more CCTV images of man they wish to speak to after a young girl was sexually assaulted in Oldham. The victim has told police she noted "an unusual smell" moments before she was grabbed.

Erik ten Hag criticised the performance of referee Andre Marriner after Manchester United lost 1-0 to Brighton.

A stop and search order has been put in force for two areas in the South of Manchester and Stockport following reports of a firearms discharge and a series of arson attacks.

Manchester United have reportedly been told they will not be able to enter talks with Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez.

Former Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick has suggested Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji is a 'different player' to the one that arrived from Borussia Dortmund.

Manchester United will be looking to go one step closer to securing their place in the Champions League next season when they welcome an Aston Villa side who are in resurgent form under Unai Emery. The visitors have now emerged as late contenders for a place in the European places along with Brighton & Hove Albion, Tottenham and Liverpool.

Manchester City players are in no mood to lift any trophies just yet, despite taking huge steps towards a historic treble in the last week.