Grab a brew and take a listen to Paul Richards, Deputy Chief Executive of Stockport Council, talking about his recent charity bike. During a week officially designated a heat wave, Paul took to the saddle to raise money for the Mayor of Stockport's local chosen charities - Moya Cole Hospice and … [Read more...]
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Grant scheme opens for community projects that repair and reuse household items
Applications have opened for community projects in Stockport and Greater Manchester to access grants of up to £20,000 for work that help stop useful items being thrown away by fixing, mending, sharing or donating them. Grants come the Renew Community Fund, part of the UK’s largest reuse … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Why every business should be built to sell, even if you never intend to
Stockport based business advisor, Julian Stafford, discusses why making your business attractive for potential buyers brings benefits long before you are ready to sell. Ask most business owners about exit planning and you’ll get the same answer: “That’s for when I’m ready to sell.” It’s an … [Read more...]
Investors backing women entrepreneurs outperform wider market
For the sixth consecutive year, signatories of the Investing in Women Code have directed a greater proportion of funding to businesses founded by women entrepreneurs than the wider market. The Code's annual report also found that its signatories are continuing to outperform the wider market, … [Read more...]
Boutique airport hotel completes at MIX MANCHESTER
Construction has completed on a new £54 million hotel at MIX MANCHESTER, the science, innovation and manufacturing campus being developed at Manchester Airport. Built by GMI Construction and designed by KPP Architects, Dakota occupies a prominent position overlooking the scheme, set to be first … [Read more...]
Stockport County sponsor launches promo celebrating the town and next generation of fans
Brand creative and performance agency, GROFU has unveiled a new “We are the heart on your sleeve” visual campaign to help launch Stockport County’s new home kit for the 2026/27 season. GROFU, which is Stockport County's official shirt sleeve sponsor for the season, brought the new strip to life … [Read more...]
Half-day event to showcase practical benefits of AI for North West manufacturers
Manufacturers from across the North West are being invited to a Made Smarter North West event showcasing how AI can deliver practical benefits for businesses. The government-backed programme has partnered with Seriun to host Hype to Shop Floor: Best Practice AI Adoption for Manufacturers at Glass … [Read more...]
Life Leisure backs Dementia Disco 24-hour dance challenge across Stockport
Life Leisure has supported local charity Dementia Disco as its founder completed a 24-hour dance challenge across Stockport to champion the message that people can live well with the condition. Beginning at Life Leisure Houldsworth Village on Friday 26th June and finishing at Grand Central on … [Read more...]
Stockport College construction students take learning beyond the classroom with Rowlinson live site experience
Gatley-based development and construction partner, Rowlinson, is offering a group of students from Stockport College real world on-site experience. Working in small groups, students have been given the opportunity to take part in live construction activity at the Centre for Living Well … [Read more...]
SAS Daniels launches partnership with Stockport Grammar School
Stockport and North West-law firm SAS Daniels LLP has announced a new partnership with Stockport Grammar School (SGS), focused on enhancing opportunities for pupils and the wider Stockport community across sport, careers, arts and enrichment. As a firm with strong roots in Cheshire and Greater … [Read more...]
John Lewis appoints new partner to strengthen retail media offer
Retail group, the John Lewis Partnership, has appointed Kevel to power its on-site retail media network across both its John Lewis and Waitrose websites, 60% of John Lewis orders now take place online, with millions of customers using both the John Lewis and Waitrose websites, making it an … [Read more...]
Smart Works pop up comes to the Hat Works
Women's employment charity, Smart Works, is bringing pre-loved and new fashion to a pop up shop at Arc inside the Hat Works in Stockport. Taking place on 10th and 11th July at Stockport’s iconic Hat Works from 10am to 4pm, the one-of-a-kind shopping event gives local people the chance to … [Read more...]