'We thought it was a joke' - Dismay as Co-op Live gig cancelled

Bolton-based Cindy Ngamba will represent the International Olympic Federation’s Refugee Team in Paris.

A woman who says she got cancer after not using sunscreen is warning others to take care.

Cheerleaders from a special abilities group in Salford won gold at the World Championship in Florida.

Lady Bushra, one of the UK's best-known British Asian drag queens, opens up about his first UK tour.

Former prisoner Hermen Dange started running in jail and is bringing hope to hundreds.

Manchester police pursue a car reported stolen with the owner's 89-year-old mother still inside it.

Jasmine is on a quest to tidy up her hometown because littering is "bad for the environment".

Callum Walker says he never expected to be styling models after having "so many doors" shut in his face.

Alfie's tearful reaction to a last-gasp victory over Liverpool was widely shared on social media.

A retirement party has been held at Manchester Victoria for a popular Northern train driver.

Adonis Norouznia has been threatened since adding meat to menus due to rising costs.

The officer trod on the stomach of the rough sleeper, in an incident Manchester police called "unacceptable".

Adjustments have been made for Trooper, who should give his rider an advantage in crowded areas.

The house in Bury, Greater Manchester, was completely destroyed in the explosion on Wednesday.

Greater Manchester residents have been evacuated from a street after a blast at a house in Bury.

Millions saw Kawser Quamer inadvertently reveal a surprise party for her niece on TV.

Savannah was moved to donate her locks after seeing some boys do the same on BBC North West Tonight.

Watch the moment Danny Jones's son realises his father was the celebrity behind Piranha in the Masked Singer UK.

Callum Jones is cheered and hugged by Wigan Athletic teammates on his return to training.