Need To Know ManchesterEpisodes Episode guide
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Woodhead Pass partially affected by overnight snow
Overnight snow has led to the closure of part of the Woodhead Pass.
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Will we get an underground railway?
Rachel Reeves answers questions on the Northern Powerhouse Rail.
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Will Storm Goretti affect us?
Storm Goretti is set to hit the UK this week, what will it mean for Greater Manchester?
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Wigan's naked statue granted reprieve by council
Wigan's nude gladiator statue has been given a reprieve after a fine warning.
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Why this tram stop has been renamed
A tram stop has been renamed to make it easier to identify.
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Why these teachers are striking for nine days
Staff at two Greater Manchester primary schools strike over ignored violence claims.
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Why Manchester trains are running to London empty
A train service taking commuters from Manchester to London is to run empty.
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Why is fuel getting more expensive?
Mat Trewern explains why overseas conflicts cause rises in fuel prices for the public.
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Why can't Andy Burnham run for MP?
Labour faces backlash from some MPs after Burnham blocked from standing in by-election.
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Who is Angry Ginge? Salford's unexpected icon
Joe McGrath answers the question I'm a Celebrity viewers are asking - who is Angry Ginge?
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When is Piccadilly Station closed?
Piccadilly station is going to be part closed for 9 days in February for improvements.
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When are tram drivers on strike in December?
All the key dates for tram strikes in December in Greater Manchester.
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What's happening with Piccadilly Gardens?
Manchester's Piccadilly Gardens is to be fenced off for 18 months to undergo a revamp.
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What's changing with Bee Network bus fares?
Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham has announced changes to bus fares.
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What Manchester should know: Kent meningitis cases
Kent's meningitis outbreak is not expected to spread, but here are symptoms to watch for.
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What does Greens' by-election win mean for the UK?
What implications does Hannah Spencer's by-election victory give for wider UK politics?
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Unpaid Manchester Pride trader speaks out
Chris O'Connor shares his experience of Manchester Pride 2025.
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The uncertain future of Manchester Pride
The public voice their opinion on the uncertain future of Manchester Pride.
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Synagogue attacker inquest latest
An inquest has heard attacker was shot after charging police with knife at synagogue.
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Stockport's new house plan 'forced' by government
A draft local plan proposes 25,000 new homes in Stockport after new government targets.
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Staying safe in Storm Claudia
Simone Riley asks Simon Partridge from the Met Office how to safe in Storm Claudia.
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Sarah Harding's legacy funds new research
New research will explore new ways to prevent breast cancer, thanks to Sarah Harding.
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Ruben Amorim sacked
Manchester United have sacked manager Ruben Amorim.
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Ricky Hatton inquest opened
The inquest into the death of Hyde boxer Ricky Hatton has been opened and adjourned.
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Piccadilly Station Re-opens
Piccadilly Station has re-opened following 9 days of rail upgrades.
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More teacher strikes in Greater Manchester
Teachers at two schools have been on strike over abuse from children in the classroom.
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Manchester travel update ahead of busy weekend
All the latest travel updates in Greater Manchester ahead of this weekend.
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Manchester Christmas Markets: All you need to know
One of Greater Manchester's most beloved events, the Christmas Markets, is back for 2025.
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Major revamp planned for Piccadilly Gardens
Piccadilly Gardens revamp aims to restore pride for Mancunians.
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M6 Update
The M6 Motorway is likely to be closed for much of the day.



























