Special school in Stockport launches their own astronaut 36km into orbit

David Beckham has shared a "special" moment where his wife Victoria, daughter Harper and son Cruz showed their support at an important moment. The Beckhams appeared together last night at a high-profile ceremony to celebrate the signing of star footballer Lionel Messi to Inter Miami CF, the club David manages.

Police have said 'concern is growing' for a missing woman with links to Stockport and Manchester, who has not been seen for six days.

A school went into lockdown this morning after a boy with a gun was spotted nearby. The drama unfolded just before 8.30am today in Failsworth.

They arrived on double-deckers buses from the inner-city. But their new home was a world away from the tightly-packed terraced streets they'd left behind in Hulme, Ardwick, Bradford and Ancoats.

At least 10 schools across Manchester received 'malicious' threats on Thursday (July 13), prompting a number to go into lockdown, the Manchester Evening News understands.

Manchester City will have the honour of defending all three major trophies this season after their unforgettable Treble success.

A number of schools across Manchester were put into 'lockdown' today after what police called 'malicious communications' were sent to them.

A mum has slammed her son's school trip fees as 'utterly ridiculous' after discovering she could take her family of six away to Center Parcs for the same price.

A group of men were reportedly wielding weapons amid a spate of 'violent incidents' across Brinnington over the weekend.

Greater Manchester has been hit with heavy rain and thunderstorms for a second day in a row.

For the past 30 years, the Stockport Pyramid has been a head turner for those who happen to spot it as they drive across the M60. The dazzling building stands on Yew Street, sticking out like a sore thumb amongst other non-descript office buildings with many wondering what exactly is inside it and why it was built there in the first place.

A crew of violent teenage thugs spread terror as they lurked the streets targeting school children in a terrifying armed robbery spree. Harley Whipday and Nia Razawa, both 20; and five 17-year-old boys - who cannot be named for legal reasons - were involved in 'planned' attacks of boys as young as 13 as they made their way home from lessons.

Stockport’s famous multi-storey car park at the Merseyway shopping centre is to be the venue for the 10th birthday celebration of the renowned Art Battle party. The brutalist masterpiece will be the backdrop for the event, which finds artists going head-to-head.

Those who have booked a stay at one of Manchester's most stylish hotels are in for an unexpected sweet treat. And that said treat is in the form of bandana wearing chocolatier Oliver Dunn who is on hand to give a masterclass in cocoa manipulation at the Melia Hotel by INNSiDE on First Street.

Royal Mint has produced commemorative coins featuring Star Wars famous droid double act, C-3PO and R2-D2. The much-loved characters will grace an official UK coin to mark the 40th anniversary of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi..

Dinosaur fans are in for a treat this summer as Heaton Park welcomes 40 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs.

When Ahmad Alaswad opened his shop on one of north Manchester's busiest high streets, he had high hopes of it becoming a success.

Thousands of students transitioning into high school will receive a special book to help the movement become easier.

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested after a mum had her car keys stolen at the school gates.

Often referred to as the 'Soho of the North', the Underbanks area of Stockport is a thriving part of the town centre, with a range of cafes, shops and restaurants occupying its historic buildings.