Bullied teen becomes YouTube sensation with raps written to cope with torment
Sportswear firm Umbro have scouted 13-year-old Katie Higgins and want to design a logo and merchandise.
Elections 2019: Labour lose seats and cling to power in Wigan as opposition pick up steam around them
A disappointing night for the Labour Party in Wigan saw them lose three seats, but it could have been much worse for the leading party if it wasn’t for tight margins.
82 days until Brexit: MM discuss impact on Greater Manchester economy, trade, funding, education, residents, unemployment and aviation
In the June 2016 referendum, the city of Manchester had the fifth highest vote to Remain in the EU with 60% – here MM take a look at what the ten boroughs of Greater Manchester have done in preparation for the March 29 European exit.
Elections 2018: Mixed night for Labour in Wigan as party loses seats to Tories but keeps control
After all the votes were counted Labour leader Lord Peter Smith found out his party had lost a further five seats bringing their total for this election in at 18.
Elections 2018: MM’s live blog as Greater Manchester heads for the polls
MM reporters are at counts across Greater Manchester bringing you results as they are announced, reaction and analysis.
From Oasis to Verve: Music industry’s most iconic images going on display as artist exhibits work in Wigan
Who is Brian Cannon? You may be forgiven for not recognising his name but you will definitely recognise his creative work.
I can see clearly now… Urban Sketchers celebrate 10 years of ‘showing the world, one drawing at a time’
From humble North American roots, urban sketching is beginning to make its mark on Manchester’s booming cultural scene.
Police release CCTV images after men carrying axes and knives rob two convenience stores in Wigan
Greater Manchester Police have released CCTV images after two McColls stores were robbed on Sunday, July 30.
General Election 2017: Forget Brexit, Leigh wants a Lexit!
The departure of former MP Andy Burnham has energised political debate in Leigh and many residents see this election as the most important and contentious in recent history.
General Election 2017: Corbyn’s ‘nonsensical ideas’ would impact Brexit, says Bolton West Tory candidate
One of the biggest issues nationally going into this General Election is the challenge facing the next government navigating through Brexit negotiations.
General Election 2017: Vote Conservative, get Fracking say Bolton West opposition
In the 2015 general election, Bolton West was the Conservatives’ number one target seat and a formidable campaign led to a surprise victory over the incumbent Labour MP Julie Hilling.