Chorlton

19th Nov

Chorlton allotments allowed compostable toilet despite objections over 'smells and human excrement'

Allotment holders in Chorlton have been given the green light to have a compostable toilet installed on the site where they grow fruit and...

16th Nov

| By Joseph O'Shea

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Two local football clubs put rivalry aside to raise money for men's mental health

Two football clubs put their rivalry aside to raise money for men’s health. Dawn Court United and AFC Turn Moss teamed up to take part in...

2nd Nov

| By Joseph O'Shea

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'We really love these fields and disagree with what the council is doing': community unites to save Hough End playing fields

Hough End playing fields is enjoyed by much of Chorlton, Withington and other communities in south Manchester. From bird watchers to aspiring...

30th Mar

| By Tyrese King

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Literature in lockdown has meant major shift in the way bookshops operate

Over the past year, the coronavirus lockdown has had a huge impact on both people and businesses alike. The pandemic has affected many...

27th Oct

| By Niamh O'Connell

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Chorlton homeless charity changes direction after lockdown causes shop to close

A homeless charity in Chorlton has changed direction after covid caused its shop to close during lockdown. Reach out to the community is a...

24th Oct

| By Joanna Devany

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Campaigners fight to save Chorlton secret wildlife haven under threat from developers

Chorlton’s ‘secret garden’ is under threat from developers who plan to replace the wildlife haven with a car park. The garden, which is tucked away...

17th Oct

| By Harry Wragg

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Manchester artist captures coronavirus pandemic through series of digital drawings

A Chorlton-based artist has produced a series of pictures depictioning life in Manchester during the coronavirus pandemic. The works of art by...

Longford Park, Stretford, Trafford, Longford Park play area closed

12th Oct

| By Harry Hansen

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Parents left confused and upset over closure of childrens' play area at Longford Park

Parents have been left confused and upset after the children's play area at Longford Park in Chorlton was closed unexpectedly last week. One...

Foodbanks, covid-19, south Manchester, Chorlton

26th May

| By Laura Penney

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Foodbank fundraiser Charlie comes to aid of families in need during coronavirus crisis

A Manchester resident has launched a foodbank appeal to support people who are facing difficulties during the coronavirus lockdown. Charlie Davies,...