'Unapologetically Mancunian' community group needs your help to deliver huge message of thanks to frontline workers

direct to your inboxWhat do a United States Army veteran, a former property developer, and a retired Bentley engineer have in common?They are all among Manchester’s vaccination volunteers, and have come out of retirement to help fight the virus with every jab.As the UK passes over 500,000 vaccinations a day, the MEN has spoken to three people playing their part in the biggest vaccination drive in NHS history.Their stories are testament to quiet public spiritedness that is helping the UK through

Leigh. My legend." Caroline's request was heard around the world as the mum was inundated with more than 100,000 responses of appreciation.

Know of one we've missed? Let us know in the comments below. If you've not heard of Gooey yet, you've clearly not stepped foot on social media this year.A total viral sensation, these enormous cookies and doughnuts have had people queuing down the street from their home in Ducie Street Warehouse.They're available for delivery across Greater Manchester, priced at £12 for a box of four with weekly changing specials - just heat them up in the oven for a melty middle.

Ramsbottom in Bury and an hour's drive on the M66 from the centre of Manchester.

straight to your inbox every day for freeNemanja Matic likes to wind up his Manchester United teammates by sending them a photograph of his Premier League winners trophy.Matic won the Premier League on two occasions with former club Chelsea before being reunited with Jose Mourinho at United in July 2017.

direct to your inboxBlack GPs from Greater Manchester have been sharing their personal reasons for taking the vaccine in a bid to encourage people to take the jab.The Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN) have been hosting online sessions with black doctors and consultants who serve BAME communities.Along with answering questions during the sessions, GPs give their reasons for taking the vaccine to inform and dispel some of the misinformation that has spread.Earlier this week experts and

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United's director of communications has warned anonymous trolls that the club are working with social media platforms to stamp out racist abuse and identify offenders. Both Axel Tuanzebe and Anthony Martial suffered racist abuse on social media after United's defeat to Sheffield United, continuing the growing prevalence of people hiding behind anonymous accounts to target players.

direct to your inboxFormer Manchester United midfielder Darron Gibson is fronting a group that is seeking to buy administration-hit club Wigan Athletic.The Latics have been in the hands of administrators since the start of last July.

straight to your inbox every day for freeFormer Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has described Thomas Tuchel as a 'man of detail' as the German prepares to take over from Frank Lampard at Chelsea.Lampard was sacked by Roman Abramovich on Monday morning after just 18 months in charge, with the Londoners ninth in the Premier League table following six defeats in 19 matches this term.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United great Gary Neville insists Frank Lampard is a much better manager now despite his sacking by Chelsea this morning.Lampard has parted ways with Chelsea following just 16 months as the club's boss after taking over from Maurizio Sarri ahead of the 2019/20 season.

direct to your inboxTributes have been paid to a young gran who died from coronavirus just weeks after being diagnosed with cancer.Melinda Coleman, from Fallowfield, passed away in Manchester Royal Infirmary on January 12.The day before she died her son, Michael, visited her on the ICU ward.As she lay unconscious, his four-year-old daughter sang 'You are My Sunshine' to her on a video call."She was probably awake for about five minutes when I visited her," Michael said"She went back to sleep,

direct to your inboxTributes are being paid to an inspirational community worker who dedicated her life and career to helping others, after her tragic death.Nahla Eljack, a mother-of-two, was 50.She passed away in hospital from Covid-19 earlier this month.Nahla worked for Manchester city council as a neighbourhood officer in Chorlton and was a passionate women's rights activist.She was also heavily involved in the creation of the Manchester Refugee Charter, which has been endorsed by more than

direct to your inboxTwo mums from Stockport have launched a campaign to help nurses flown in from overseas to treat Covid patients. Jennifer Partakis, 45, and Kirsten Wheeler, 47, a nurse practitioner, are raising funds for care packages for 12 nurses at Stepping Hill Hospital.

Covid-19 last week. Alongside his wife Prem, Dave opened Dave & Prem's SMS Village Store, in Ainsworth, in 1997.

Bolton TV star.

straight to your inbox every day for freeBurnley defender Phil Bardsley says he hopes former club Manchester United win the Premier League this season.Bardsley's side take on United on Tuesday night and avoidance of defeat for the Reds will see them move to the top of the table, ahead of champions Liverpool.United go to Anfield five days after their trip to Turf Moor and Bardsley will be supporting his old team in that game, if not during their next fixture.

direct to your inboxFrontline medical staff treating Covid patients at Greater Manchester hospitals have been told they must wait 11 weeks for their second doses of the Pfizer vaccine.It was reported last month that the government intended to extend the period between jabs from three or four weeks to as many as 12 to maximise those receiving the first dose amid the rise of a mutant strain.This means the second dose of both the Oxford/AstraZeneca and the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines will be within

direct to your inboxFour people from Manchester had to be rescued in Derbyshire while searching FIVE hours for a plane crash site in deep snow.One of the group had become exhausted in the freezing cold during the walk to the B-29 crash site near Bleaklow Moor on Saturday.They were saved by the Glossop Mountain Rescue Team who located them at Hern Stones using a phone finder app.Team members first set off from Snake Summit along the Pennine Way with a stretcher and other kit after being called