Inspiring Manchester News & Stories

Time for the good news! Manchester is an open book filled with positive news and inspiring stories. Read human stories about real Mancunians, community, culture, food and drink and lifestyle, plus loads more. Keep your finger on the pulse with the latest Manchester news stories from across the city region…

Local football mourns the loss of pioneering and inspirational manager

Walk for Women this International Women's Day in Manchester

Ways to celebrate International Women’s Day in Manchester

What is the legacy of Manchester’s most controversial (and maybe best) novel?

Why Manchester is the best UK city for live music

Meet the group reviving Manchester’s urban ecosystem through community action

Why generations of Mancunians have loved Kabana for over 40 years

Review: Dear Evan Hansen at Palace Theatre is ‘a heart-wrenching story of grief and hope’

Annalise Bennett 19 February 2025

A poignant and powerful production, Dear Evan Hansen at the Palace Theatre delivers emotional depth, stunning performances, and a thought-provoking exploration of grief, mental health, and social media.

Manchester’s hospitality sector launches heartwarming response to a friend in need

Thom Bamford 19 February 2025

Manchester’s hospitality world has come together in an extraordinary show of support for Ashley Carter Lawlor, a beloved industry veteran facing her toughest battle yet.

Review: This Kind of Black at HOME ‘Reece Williams shatters myths with heartfelt storytelling’

Glenn Meads 19 February 2025

This Kind of Black is a powerful one-man show by Reece Williams that blends poetry, movement, and storytelling to challenge stereotypes, explore collective trauma, and celebrate the resilience and humanity of Black communities.

Legendary Queer as Folk writer returns to Canal Street for new series

Thom Bamford 18 February 2025

Russell T Davies returns to Manchester’s Canal Street with Tip Toe, a gripping new drama exploring the shifting tensions within the city’s LGBTQ+ community.

The incredible story of a Manchester nurse turned international spy

Thom Bamford 18 February 2025

From the battlefields of the Spanish Civil War to the secret networks of World War II resistance, Manchester’s Madge Addy lived a life of extraordinary courage, espionage, and heroism.

Piccadilly’s forgotten railway arches in line for £1.7 billion renovation

Ethan Davies 18 February 2025

Forgotten railway arches in the shadow of Manchester Piccadilly could be revitalised in a £1.7 billion regeneration plan for the area.

“There is a great buzz around the city, we love it” Snooker legend chats ahead of Tour Championship’s return

Thom Bamford 17 February 2025

Snooker legend Ken Doherty shares his excitement for the Tour Championship’s return to Manchester, where the world’s top players—including Judd Trump, Kyren Wilson, and defending champion Mark Williams—will battle for the £150,000 prize in front of passionate fans at Manchester Central.

Hydration, motivation, and celebration: how to get ready for the Great Manchester Run

Thom Bamford 17 February 2025

The Great Manchester Run is a high-energy celebration of determination, community spirit, and the unbeatable thrill of race day. Here’s how to prepare properly!