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Tens-of-thousands of people made their way into the town centre for Stockport’s Spectacular Sunday on 16th November, as the town transformed into a vibrant carnival to mark the beginning of the festive season. Now in its third year, the event, organised by Stockport Council, Totally Stockport … [Read more...]

Stockport’s Spectacular Sunday returns 16th November bringing with it a dazzling day of festive fun, live entertainment and Christmas cheer for all ages. From 12pm to 5pm, Stockport’s streets will be transformed into a winter wonderland as over 200 performers and 50 free shows fill every corner … [Read more...]

Retailer, John Lewis, has unveiled its 2025 Christmas advert, which explores using thoughtful gifting to express feelings without words. The ad, created by Saatchi & Saatchi, focuses on a teenage son who uses music as a medium to express the feelings for his dad he can't find the words for, … [Read more...]

Arts and mental health charity Arc and Hat Works Museum are running a festive craft fair with a powerful purpose, offering visitors the chance to shop for handmade gifts while supporting a vital local charitable cause. Handmade at Hat Works will be open on Saturday 15 November from 10am to 3pm … [Read more...]

Stockport-based circular economy pioneer, musicMagpie, has won eBay UK's first ever lifetime achievement award. The musicMagpie team was presented with the award at the ninth annual eBay Top Seller Awards, which was held in Mayfair, last week. Since being founded in 2007, the … [Read more...]

John Lewis has invested in a new supplier platform, aimed at bringing a wider range of brands to customers at speed. Luxury footwear brand, Russell & Bromley, has been confirmed as one of the first partners on the new system, which marks an evolution in how the retailer works with supplier … [Read more...]

Leading online marketplaces and payment providers, including eBay, PayPal and Temu, have collectively signed a pledge that promotes fair treatment for small businesses. The new 10-point pledge, centred on cashflow and payments, includes commitments to communicate effectively with small businesses … [Read more...]

Festoon lighting installed along the length of Market Street in Marple, helping to make the district centre more welcoming and to support events, shopping, and evening activities. The scheme, initiated by the organisers of Marple Fest and supported by Stockport Council, has brought the community … [Read more...]