Family & Kids

'This isn't how I saw my life going' - Manchester's most outspoken headteacher steps down

"We've got to ask ourselves how much we expect teachers to do," says headteacher Glyn Potts

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The award-winning Greater Manchester park you need to take the kids this Easter holiday

Things to do Manchester

It has slides, climbing frames, sunken trampolines and more

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We tried hot cross buns from every supermarket and this £1.05 pack was the winner

We tried the Easter favourite from Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, Sainsbury's, Asda and Morrisons

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This £26 three-course Trafford Centre meal was worth every penny

The Trafford Centre

"I was blown away"

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I quit my teaching job and get paid twice as much for half the hours

Manchester Family

Harriet Bermingham was fed up with working such long hours for little reward

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Greater Manchester's giant outdoor inflatable bounce park opens for Easter school holidays

Manchester Family

It's home to huge inflatables including bouncy castles, slides and obstacle courses

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This 35p buy from Aldi or Tesco is key to clearing weeds off your drive

It's such a simple and effective way to get the job done

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After years of moans - finally there's new toilets at the Trafford Centre

The Trafford Centre

Something that all visitors to the Trafford Centre can get excited about - there's some new loos to try

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Lidl loses cheapest crown to supermarket and it's not Aldi

The retailer is working out cheaper than the budget supermarkets for a basket of essentials

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The vibrant thrift store bursting with hidden treasures bringing a Greater Manchester community together

The store will be hosting a children's clothing exchange this weekend

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The pub on its own island near Manchester that's perfect for sunny days

You might even spot a seal at this idyllic spot near Manchester

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I went swimming with my dog at Manchester's indoor doggy swimming pool

Manchester Family

"I'm full aware it's not everyone's cup of tea"

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Trafford Centre reveals new store and major changes coming this summer

The Trafford Centre

Trafford Centre bosses have finally revealed who is taking over the former M&S site on Peel Avenue - and it includes a Manchester first

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27 things to do with the kids in Manchester this Easter holidays

Manchester Family

There are loads of reasons to get out and about these school holidays

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Marks and Spencer shoppers race to buy LEGO Easter Bunny sets for £3 each online

The £2.68 LEGO Bunny sets that normally cost £18 each are the perfect alternative to chocolate eggs

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11 trips to M&S and I finally got my hands on the £3 buy that keeps vanishing off the shelves

Marks & Spencer

There's been a lot of hype around the seasonal product

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The free illuminated art experience in the city centre set to dazzle families this Easter

Manchester City Centre

A fusion of light, colour, and movement has arrived

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Families 'devastated' as popular play centre suddenly shuts after 14 years

Manchester Family

The owner of the centre said she'd 'simply run out of options' after 'struggling to keep our heads above water'

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'It is with heavy hearts that we need to share our devastating news' says play centre announcing sudden closure

Manchester Family

The centre is loved by families and widely used by children with special needs

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New Lidl could be coming to this Greater Manchester town

Greater Manchester News

The discount supermarket has ambitions to open hundreds of new stores across the country

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Boy, 14, bullied out of school gets incredible messages from four Man City stars

Manchester Family

The youngster was pulled out of his school after being bullied since Year 7

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Popular Trafford Centre store is closing down, but it's not going far

The Trafford Centre

The store will close in June

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Huge new Sports Direct store opens inside Trafford Palazzo

Trafford Palazzo

It follows the opening of Sports Direct’s Manchester Arndale flagship in March 2023

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Morrisons told 'nice idea' but shoppers say it 'will cause a meltdown'

The supermarket's announcement has received a mix response

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Oasis Liam and Noel Gallagher seen together for first time since Oasis announcement Liam and Noel were pictured as they headed to a working men's club together

The brothers set to open their 33rd coffee shop in Manchester city centre

Manchester Cafes

With coffee roasted in Warrington, the new coffee shop aims to help people 'take a break from the hustle and bustle'

Manchester Marathon 2025: Full list of road closures with some shut for 40 hours

The adidas Manchester Marathon returns on Sunday 27th April

Manchester location steeped in history reopens as glamorous new steakhouse

Manchester restaurants

Designed by renowned architect Edward Walters, also known for Manchester’s the Free Trade Hall, the building is the last of its kind in the city

The 'beautiful' gardens which Salford residents can visit for free on Tuesdays

The RHS has extended free entry for Salford residents on Tuesdays at Garden Bridgewater.

North Wales The North Wales seaside town with a secret beach tourists don’t know about One visitor described it as a 'hidden gem' where you can escape the crowds

Manchester Airport's lesser-known holiday destinations with flights from £28

Manchester Airport

Move over Spain, Greece and Turkey; these destinations in Eastern Europe are perfect for your next holiday

Parents 'furious' with school's plan to ban skirts for girls

One mum said she would never have chosen the school for her daughter if she'd have known about the trousers-only policy

Nerf attraction staff told they won't get paid work for FIVE MONTHS as bosses splurge £1.5m on Play-Doh

Trafford Palazzo

Staff have been told the attraction will be closed for five months as a huge £1.5m expansion is undertaken

Friday night pub quiz: Test your general knowledge with these 20 questions - April 25, 2025

See how you fared in this week's leaderboard

Film An underrated Clint Eastwood film that he made when he was 88 is airing on TV tonight Eastwood is widely regarded as one of the world's greatest filmmakers

Manchester United striker sends Ruben Amorim message after surprise return to academy

Manchester United FC

Man Utd U21s won 4-2 against Everton in the Premier League 2 play-offs on Friday and Ethan Wheatley scored a brace.

Manchester United suffer major injury setback

Manchester United injury news

Diogo Dalot has been an ever-present for Man United for the best part of three-and-a-half years since he returned from his loan with AC Milan.

Seven players could miss Man United vs Athletic Bilbao Europa League semi-final

Manchester United injury news

Athletic Bilbao host Manchester United in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final next Thursday in a huge match for both teams

Horror moment saw woman, 25, 'partially decapitate' herself on holiday in Turkey

Becca Reed, 25, was on holiday with a friend in Turkey when the horrific accident happened

Film A fan favourite Jason Statham film made by UK directing legend is airing on TV tonight The actor is one of Britain's most successful ever actors in terms of popularity

Asda warns 'do not eat' on popular meat product due to health risk

Product recalls

The latest product recalls issued by the Food Standards Agency and why they've been pulled from supermarket shelves

The North Wales seaside town with a secret beach tourists don’t know about

One visitor described it as a 'hidden gem' where you can escape the crowds

Experts warn of the common red flags to look out for to prevent being scammed

“People need to be encouraged to talk, scam silence needs to end”

The 'must-see' Lake District destination with panoramic views near top tourist attractions

It's often the go-to starting point for many visitors