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VIRGIN ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF ‘LITTLE RED’ TO LONDON

Virgin Atlantic has unveiled details of its UK domestic service, including that the operation is called Little Red.  It will launch on 31 March in Manchester, 5 April in Edinburgh and 9 April in Aberdeen, providing a total of 26 daily services to Heathrow airport. Virgin won key … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT SUPPORTS INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY EVENT

Stockport Council is supporting an International Women’s Day Conference in Stockport. Organised by Ebony & Ivory Community Organisation, the free event takes place at the Stockport Masonic Guildhall on Friday 15th March, 9.30am-3.30pm. With a theme of ‘inspirations and … [Read more...]

RESIDENTS SUPPORT ‘YOU SAY – WE PAY’ EVENTS

  More than 700 people voted as part of a series of road shows held in Brinnington organised by Stockport Council as part of a ‘You Say We Pay’ event. The ‘You Say We Pay’ event gave the residents the chance to decide how money should be spent in their … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT ROADWORKS UPDATE – ROMILEY

Green Lane near to the junction with Hursthead Lane in Romiley will be closed to allow work to be carried out on a retaining wall. The road closure will be in place 24 hours a day from 8th to 25th March. Signed diversions will be in operation throughout the works. For more information call … [Read more...]

ANOTHER AWARD FOR STOCKPORT BASED CHIPSAWAY

Hazel Grove based ChipsAway has been awarded again for top customer satisfaction figures! Not only has ChipsAway Stockport been awarded a Certificate of Excellence by the Vehicle Builders and Repairers Association (VBRA) for its exceptional customer service, but this is the 2nd time they have won … [Read more...]

RBS, UKTI & SMBC HOST INTERNATIONAL TRADE EVENT IN STOCKPORT

An International Trade breakfast event is taking place in Stockport on 7th March. The event is open to businesses interested in developing their business overseas or those looking to learn about opportunities for export and is run in conjunction with Stockport Council, UKTI and the business team … [Read more...]

EVENT TO RAISE MONEY FOR STOCKPORT MAYORS CHARITIES

Music lovers are being encouraged to book tickets for a Band Night in aid of the Mayor of Stockport’s Charities. The event is being held at the Town Hall on Friday 1st March, from 7.30pm and will feature local act The Ashton on Mersey Show Band. Tickets are priced at £10 for … [Read more...]

STOCKPORT ROADWORKS UPDATE

Below is a list of the latest roadworks in Stockport: Repair work to footways on Didsbury Road, between Bankhall Road and Queens Drive are currently underway. The work will take around five weeks to complete and diversion signs are in place. Temporary two way signals will be in use 24 hours … [Read more...]

GREEN’S GLUTEN FREE BEER LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

Stockport based Greens Gluten Free Beers have launched a new website and on-line shop selling beers for people suffering from coeliac disease and those with an intolerece to gluten. The beers are also suitable for vegetarians and vegans having been approved by the vegetarian … [Read more...]

UNEMPLOYMENT RISES IN GREATER MANCHESTER

Figures released today show that 85,200 people were claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) in Greater Manchester in January 2013 – an increase of around 3,200 (3.8%) when compared with the figure for December 2012 of 82,000. More positively, on an annual basis the overall number of … [Read more...]

MOTHER WHO DRAGGED MAN FROM BURNING CAR HONOURED BY GMFRS

A MOTHER who dragged a man from a burning car in front of her daughter has been honoured for her bravery by Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service. Karen Buckland was presented with a County Fire Officer's Commendation at Offerton Fire Station this week to recognise the remarkable steps she … [Read more...]

Charity Quiz Night

There are a few tables remaining at the Booth Ainsworth LLP Annual Charity Quiz Night which is taking place on Thursday 28th February at Edgeley Park, home of Stockport County. To celebrate our 12th year of hosting this popular evening, we are again inviting St Ann's … [Read more...]