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THE FIRST TECHNICAL SCHOOL IN THE COUNTRY OPENS IN STOCKPORT

SK1, Stockport Technical opened its doors to students last week.  The school is the first technical school in the country and is pioneering a fresh approach to learning with a firm focus on “education to prepare you to earn a living”.  The school enrolled 100 students and is … [Read more...]

FROM CHEADLE HULME TO ABERSOCH ON A BIKE !

A group of local businessmen and Marketing Stockport member Sims Worldwide, are setting off to cycle to Abersoch over two days in support of Help For Heroes. Headed by Craig Daniels of Movers Transport and almost 50 cyclists, they are taking part in this long distance ride from The Hesketh … [Read more...]

HS2 – HIGH SPEED ARGUMENT RUMBLES ON

The argument for the viability of the new proposed HS2 development is rumbling. If it goes ahead, the new high speed rail link will connect London with Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester transporting passengers on a new line in record breaking times. Today, Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT EXPRESS – OUT NOW & LATEST BUSINESS NEWS

In today's Stockport Express - £300 of TK Maxx vouchers to be won and win your weight in beer. Also, the hero dad who saved a disabled man from a fire, the latest Save the Vale campaign and plans for a new school in the Heatons. Businesses in the paper today include; TK Maxx, Dyer … [Read more...]

WHO MAKES YOU PROUD OF STOCKPORT?

Stockport much to be proud of; the 'Proud of Sockport' awards reward those individuals who work hard to promote Stockport as they are recognised in the borough's popular citizen awards.              The Proud of Stockport awards will … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT SUCCESS FOR 100 APPRENTICES

Stockport has achieved its goal - to employ 100 Apprentices within 100 days. Organised in partnership with the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS), Stockport employers have pledged to employ 100 apprentices within 100 days. The 100:100 scheme was launched at Aldi in Romiley at the end of June, … [Read more...]

JOIN IN MANCHESTER AIRPORT’S 75TH BIRTHDAY AT THE VISITOR PARK

Take to the skies and celebrate Manchester Airport's 75th birthday at the Runway Visitor Park this Saturday, 14th September - 12pm to 6pm.  This year sees Manchester Airport turn 75 and on September 14th a fun-filled party will be held at the Runway Visitor Park to mark the occasion. The … [Read more...]

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR STOCKPORT JOB SEEKERS

Stockport Council is inviting job seekers to attend Stockport Jobsfair on Tuesday 24th September. The event will take place at Stockport Town Hall on Edward Street, from 10.00am to 3.30pm and is open to anyone looking for a job or employment advice. Organised by Stockport Council in partnership … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT CONTINUES TO BE A SAFE PLACE TO LIVE

 As the ‘Safer in Stockport’ summer campaign comes to an end, the Safer Stockport Partnership (SSP) is highlighting that Stockport is still one of the safest places to live. The SSP includes Stockport Council and Greater Manchester Police and over the last nine years has helped … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT EXPRESS OUT TODAY – LOCAL & BUSINESS NEWS

This week's Stockport Business Awards focuses on the Independent Retailer of the Year category shortlist - Bramhall Bakery, Broadstone Mill and Classic Celebration Cakes. Other businesses in the NEWS THIS WEEK include: Hallidays' charity efforts, problems for Renolds, and a first … [Read more...]