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Learn how to make a proper coffee with the Barista School at 200 Degrees

Think you know coffee? Prepare to get roasted at this barista class

Chris Greenhalgh 24 June 2021

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Manchester is the best place in the UK to watch the Euros says new research

The city has the best average score based on phone signal, cost of a pint, number of venues, venue ratings, sun hours and ‘footy-mad’ rating

Louise Rhind-Tutt 24 June 2021

Arts & Culture

The truth about the 1996 Manchester bomb – and the making of modern Manchester

Saturday 15th June 1996 dawned bright and sunny and Manchester had every reason to feel good about itself

Ray King 15 June 2021

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Most sustainable area in England revealed – is it Manchester or Salford?

The new research analysed data about the sustainability of every borough in England, revealing areas that are most and least eco-friendly

I Love MCR 11 June 2021

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New images revealed for Manchester city centre’s huge new park

The beautiful new 6.5-acre green space will be Manchester city centre’s first new public park in more than 100 years

Louise Rhind-Tutt 13 May 2021

Cheshire

Altrincham named the best place to live in the North West – AGAIN

The Sunday Times praises the ‘supercharged suburbia’ of Altrincham – and also the ‘superior city living’ of Manchester

Louise Rhind-Tutt 26 March 2021

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Greater Manchester landmarks to go purple for 2021 census

Manchester Central, Etihad Stadium, Gorton Monastery, the Rochdale Cenotaph and more will light up purple this weekend

I Love MCR 19 March 2021

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Study shows Manchester is the UK city most addicted to social media

Mancunians spend an average of 16 hours and 13 minutes a week on social sites – but how do we compare with other cities?

Louise Rhind-Tutt 8 February 2021

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Manchester must STAY in Tier 3 government announce

There will be no pub or restaurant visits for Greater Manchester residents this Christmas – as the government announce the region must STAY under Tier 3 restrictions until the new year.

Dianne Bourne 17 December 2020

Business

Manchester’s “most innovative gym” prepares to launch – with its own running track and climbing wall

With its own running track, climbing wall and state-of-the-art equipment, expect a new breed of gym with the launch of GSquared Health Club in Manchester in the new year

Dianne Bourne 14 December 2020

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Manchester Selfridges launch virtual gift buying service – so what’s it like?

Struggling for Christmas present inspiration and don’t feel like braving the crowds? Manchester’s Selfridges stores are offering online personal shopping sessions – we test it out

Dianne Bourne 12 December 2020