More than a dozen charities and not-for-profit groups within 10 miles of Manchester Airport have received a boost after being granted funding by the hub's Community Trust Fund. The Community Trust Fund, which was set up in 1997, is managed by a committee of trustees from the local area alongside … [Read more...]
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Manchester Airport launches third series of podcast
The third series of Manchester Airport’s podcast, taking listeners behind the scenes of operations at the hub, has launched on 1st August. The first episode shines a spotlight on the airport's new route to Las Vegas and features travel influencers Ryan and Jade, known as Live The Dash, among its … [Read more...]
TfGM extends Co-op Live partnership
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has announced it will extend its partnership with the Co-op Live arena enabling ticketholders to benefit from free Metrolink travel to reach events. As part of Co-op Live’s ongoing commitment to sustainable travel and funded by the venue, attendees with a … [Read more...]
The Forum Theatre reopens after roof repairs
The stage is set for the return of live theatre in Romiley as The Forum Theatre reopens its doors following roof repairs to tackle Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) at the venue. The theatre abruptly closed in September following the decision by the DFE to close schools with similar … [Read more...]
Stockport town centre to host Armed Forces Day celebrations
Stockport town centre will once again hold a special celebration of Armed Forces Day on Saturday 29 June with parades, live entertainment and family activities. Events have been organised by Stockport Armed Forces Community Organisation (SAFCO) who represent the armed forces and veteran … [Read more...]
NK Theatre Arts performance among highlights planned for Stockport Pride
NK Theatre Arts will perform an excerpt from their forthcoming teen production of "Everybody's Talking About Jamie" as part of celebrations at Stockport Pride on Sunday 2nd June in the town centre. The funny, outrageous and touching musical sensation is due to be performed at The Forum Theatre in … [Read more...]
TfGM urge travellers to plan their journey ahead of Sunday events
People travelling on Greater Manchester's transport network on Sunday 19th May are being advised to leave plenty of time for journeys ahead of major sporting and cultural events taking place. It will be an especially busy day on the transport network, with tens of thousands of football fans and … [Read more...]
Vernon Building Society hosts family fun day as part of 100th Birthday celebrations
Stockport mutual, Vernon Building Society will host Vernon in the Park, a free family fun day as it continues the celebrations of its 100th birthday in 2024. Vernon in the Park will take place on Saturday 18th May from 12-4pm at Vernon Park, Offerton and is being hosted in partnership with Pure … [Read more...]
The Forum Theatre shares upcoming line-up of shows ahead of reopening
With work underway to reopen Romiley's Forum Theatre in June, the theatre has shared the upcoming line-up of shows planned to welcome back audiences. Everybody's Talking About Jamie - Thurs 20th - Sat 22nd June Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn't quite … [Read more...]
Re-opening date announced for Forum Theatre
Performing arts charity, NK Theatre Arts, has announced a planned re-opening for The Forum Theatre in Romiley following the commencement of vital structural repairs. The Forum Theatre was temporarily closed due to the discovery of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete in the premises, whilst … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester secures funding to improve understanding of night time economy
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and partners have been awarded £300,000 to run a pilot scheme aimed at better understanding the city-region's night-time economy. Money from the Treasury’s Economic Data Innovation Fund (EDIF) will allow a consortium of public bodies, including the … [Read more...]
Romiley Forum set to reopen Summer 2024
Stockport Council has appointed a contractor to carry out work to make The Forum Theatre in Romiley safe for reopening from summer 2024. Stockport Council has appointed Robertson Construction to repair the much-loved theatre to ensure it is safe to reopen after changes to government guidance … [Read more...]
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