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Feel-Good Manchester Stories

We like the good news – and Manchester has plenty of it. From everyday heroes to inspiring community projects, our feel-good stories shine a light on the people and moments that make Greater Manchester a city worth smiling about.

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Meet the rising stars shortlisted for Young Person of the Year at the I Love Manchester Awards

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Meet the creative innovators shortlisted for the Alan Turing Award

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The Alan Turing Award honours the boldest problem-solvers in Greater Manchester, individuals and organisations using fresh ideas and forward thinking.

Meet the powerful women shortlisted for the Emmeline Pankhurst Award at the I Love MCR Awards 2025

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The best full English breakfasts in Greater Manchester

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Because the full English breakfast is a British institution and up here, in the north west of England, we know a good one when we eat one

The best breakfast and brunch in Manchester

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From a full English and exquisite eggs to bacon naans to black pudding benedict, these places know how to do proper brekkie and brunch

Kids eat free at these Manchester restaurants this summer

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All the family-friendly places offering kids eat free deals in Greater Manchester during the summer holidays

The ultimate guide to a fun-filled Manchester summer holiday

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School's out for summer! All the best things to do with the kids in and around Manchester this school holidays summer 2025

Graduation: how to celebrate properly in Manchester

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This is the place: Why Altrincham is probably the best place to live in the UK

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Altrincham is a thriving town with a strong sense of community, offering everything from top-notch food and drink to great local football.

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The Good Food Guide shines a spotlight on Manchester’s best independent restaurants

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The Alan Turing Award honours the boldest problem-solvers in Greater Manchester, individuals and organisations using fresh ideas and forward thinking.

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