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A 22-year-old advocate from Kent will be recognised for her work to improve the housing system for care leavers at a London awards ceremony this month.

Passengers whose flights into Manchester Airport are delayed will no longer have to pay for a new train ticket if they miss their booked service.

Celebrity chef James Martin's Manchester restaurant is set to close after more than a decade at Manchester235

A former Greater Manchester Police officer who was previously disciplined for sending explicit photos of himself in police uniform would have been dismissed from the force after a misconduct panel found he had sexually harassed junior female colleagues.

Healthcare professionals across the North West are being offered a new forum to swap expertise, build connections and tackle the challenges of running independent practices

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Trafford Council

Families at a Sale primary school are seeing safer and quieter journeys after traffic restrictions were introduced outside the gates

Pupils at an Altrincham primary school are seeing their classrooms transformed as part of a drive to cut carbon emissions and energy costs

Businesses can combine team-building with fundraising for cancer care through a new sporting partnership in Greater Manchester

Writing a column for the Messenger has proven very valuable recently

Sir Kevin Sinfield is set to complete his epic endurance challenge to raise money for motor neurone disease charities in Trafford this weekend

Animals on the railway have caused delays and cancellations between Blackburn and Clitheroe, with disruption expected until 10pm.

Broadcaster and Childline founder Dame Esther Rantzen has died aged 86 following a lung cancer diagnosis.

Everything you need to know about former Coronation Street star Julie Hesmondhalgh, who is taking part in the second series of Celebrity Traitors.

Work is underway on hundreds of new homes as Trafford Waters takes another major step towards becoming a new waterside neighbourhood

A survey of 2,000 people has found just over three-quarters aim to keep their future self happy by forward planning

Bakery giant Greggs has announced plans to close four factories as part of a major overhaul of its manufacturing operations, with around 740 jobs set to be affected

Drivers are facing delays of one hour on the M62 westbound near Oldham.

There are several road closures to be aware of in Trafford

Trafford Park Wharfside masterplan moves forward after consultation, proposing 15,000 homes, 48,000 jobs and a £7.3bn annual boost to the UK economy.

Trafford Centre Student Night returns, with up to 50% off shopping, food and leisure, plus DJs, games and giveaways for students in Manchester

Trafford manufacturers are being urged to invest in the talent already within their workforce as the industry tackles its skills challenge

Campaigners against a controversial plan to build on a much-loved community space scored their first victory last week as Trafford councillors defied planning advice.

A full list of more than 20 Trafford roads set to undergo pothole repairs thanks to a £5m grant has been confirmed

Trafford Centre shoppers can now browse another major British fashion brand following the latest addition to its growing retail line-up

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to deliver his first Labour conference speech in Liverpool as speculation grows over the future of the state pension triple lock. Follow our live updates.

Two teenage boys are in hospital and a man has been arrested following a crash between a car and an e-bike

Greater Manchester Police seized 63 firearms between April 2025 and April 2026, and recovered a further 38 weapons between April and August 2026.

Horrible Histories has had several scenes edited out of old episodes to comply with editorial guidelines.

Rod Stewart has announced a stop in Manchester as part of his final tour, The Final Encore.

Royal Mint launches collectable Cluedo 50p coins featuring iconic suspects, with a chance to win a gold coin worth over £2,000.

Emmerdale and Coronation Street will have slightly different TV schedules this week due to a UEFA Nations League football match.

Rod Stewart has announced he will retire from touring after more than 60 years on stage. The music legend's farewell Final Encore tour will include dates across the UK and Europe, with a Manchester show among the stops.

Drivers are being warned that a common smart motorway speed camera myth could leave them facing fines, penalty points and even a driving ban. Experts say many motorists wrongly believe cameras only operate when variable speed limits are displayed.

The government has announced that Avanti West Coast will be brought under national control in March 2027.

A search has been launched for a missing man from Urmston who has not been seen in three weeks

In this week's Dear Dicky, a grandfather gets in touch with a dilemma about how his grandson isn't using "Mum" and "Dad" but "Claire" and "Steve"

A Facebook post helped expose a benefit claim that led to nearly £71,000 being paid out incorrectly.

Two men have been jailed after breaking into a family's home while they were attending the funeral of a much-loved chippy owner

Martin Lewis has sparked a debate after confronting a woman on a packed train, asking social media users if he is the one “out of kilter” over the incident

People without support from the ‘bank of mum and dad’ who want to purchase their first home will get access to new help-to-buy scheme, Andy Burnham has announced.

Blackpool Tower will glow pink tonight as a Bolton mum brings a week of organ donation campaigning across the region to a spectacular close

Garden experts have revealed the essential autumn jobs that could help transform tired grass into a healthy lawn next spring

A passenger plane carrying 177 people landed at Manchester Airport with just one per cent of its fuel remaining, an investigation has revealed.

Sale’s historic Grade II-listed Volunteer pub reopens after a £350,000 refurbishment, with a ghost, interactive darts, SEN group and Manchester United links

Dr Jane Wilcock explores growing concerns around children’s internet use and the major new protections expected to reshape their online lives