2025 have seen both restaurant closures and openings: Can more be done to support independent eateries?

People on the street: Are car parks trying to catch out drivers?

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Amongst some social media furore, we went out into Manchester to ask people if they trusted car park companies and if they believed that, in line with recent stories, they’re willing to allow drivers to be caught out if it leads to more money.

‘Carrying David’ Brings Heart and Heroism to Theatre Royal

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Micky Cochrane is set to take the stage once again in Carrying David, an emotionally charged and inspiring one-man show based on the life of world champion boxer Glenn McCrory and his remarkable relationship with his adopted brother, David. The show will run at the Theatre Royal Newcastle on June 21st and 22nd

Dog-friendly Manchester: The Social Refuge and Dog Shop MCR

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We took Cooper the dog out in Manchester to visit some more of the city’s best go-to spots for dog owners.

VE DAY 80 Years: Your guide to the biggest events across London and the UK

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Events are taking place across the country as the people of the United Kingdom come together to honour wartime heroes and to celebrate 80 years since Victory in Europe Day.

Building Sand Dunes

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We visit a Lancashire beach to see how a Christmas tree recycling project is helping to build the sand dunes and protect the coast against flooding and climate change. <br /><br />

Plans for Historic North Shields Building to be Demolished

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A major piece of North Shields’ industrial history is set to be torn down, as North Tyneside Council submits plans to demolish several unsafe buildings at the former Tyne Brand factory site on the town’s Fish Quay.

St George's Hall - Liverpool's landmark venue

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Situated opposite Lime Street Station, St George’s Hall is one of the finest examples of neoclassical architecture in the world.

Are car parks in Newcastle just a scheme to hand out fines?

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Do you have concerns that some UK car parks might deliberately make things difficult for drivers just so operators can hand out excessive fines?

Car park traps - how to avoid getting caught out

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From unclear signs to hidden fees, so-called car park traps are catching out drivers across the country--and costing them dearly. We take a look at these tactics with an economics expert, see how to avoid unfair charges and consider what can be done about them.

Tram delays, train station developments and more: Greater Manchester’s Transport Update

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Here is a rundown of all of Greater Manchester’s transport news for this week, featuring delays to tram services and planned changes to train stations across the region.