5 h. ago Three magical days at a European theme park that rivals Disneyland

Efteling is a theme park near Tilburg in the Netherlands that's been described as a rival to Disneyland

Politics

10 h. ago Amazing kids' Splash Park an hour from Manchester where you turn up on the day

It's the perfect place to keep cool in the heat

Politics

15 h. ago Council issues statement after dozens slam 'heartbreaking' area

Petition calls for action by the council

Politics

27 h. ago 'Menace' banned from Manchester for two years after unspeakable act in a park

Police said the acts of Mestafa Salim raised 'serious concerns for those living, working and visiting the city'

Events

30 h. ago Oasis fans in Murrayfield told 'don't refill drinks' at specific point in gig

BBC Radio 2 presenter Veron Kay watched the Oasis homecoming gig at Heaton Park in Manchester, but was left stunned when fans refilled their drink at one moment

Politics

38 h. ago 'I went to the Greater Manchester park with waterways, industrial ruins and an ice cream parlour'

It's a beautiful place for a walk this summer

Politics

53 h. ago Stockport County's Edgeley Park stadium expansion set to be approved this week

It would bring the capacity to around 18,000

Politics

56 h. ago The Greater Manchester park with a splash fountain and pedalos kids will love during the hot weather

This stunning park is a great place to cool off in the heat during the school holidays

Sport

59 h. ago ‘I went to the Oasis tour and here’s what all the women were wearing in hot weather’

Our beauty editor Laura Mulley was at one of Oasis's shows at Manchester Heaton Park, and if you're wondering what to wear to your upcoming gig, here's some inspiration

Society

3 d. ago The magical woodland theme park with no queues that my kids didn't want to leave 90 minutes from Manchester

An idyllic location, unique rides and no queues? Our writer thinks she's found the perfect family attraction worth the drive to

Politics

4 d. ago The riverside park in Greater Manchester with a free museum, playground and ice cream

Pack up a picnic and head to this park to make the most of the sunshine this summer

Politics

5 d. ago Tragedy as man dies after falling from roof of car park at Manchester airport

The tragedy happened on Thursday afternoon at a car park near to the airport's Terminal 1.

Events

5 d. ago Mjällby making minor miracles in an extraordinary Swedish football story

Former third-tier club with no financial muscle from remote municipality of 14,000 inhabitants lead country’s top flightFor Mjällby’s opponents, a trip to the far south of Sweden feels like a journey to the Earth’s end. “When teams come on here on the bus they drive and drive, through the farms, past the fishing harbours,” says Hasse Larsson. “They keep driving and then, when they can’t drive any further, they find our stadium.”They discover an institution whose heart and soul are rooted in Sölvesborg, a remote municipality of 14,000 inhabitants. Nowadays they find a club front and centre of an extraordinary story unfolding in Allsvenskan, the country’s top flight. Mjällby are four points clear at the top with 12 games left; they have lost once and, should they escape intact from a visit to the champions Malmö on Saturday, the unlikeliest of dreams will become vivid. Continue reading...

Politics

6 d. ago Family issue heartbreaking tribute after man found dead in Heaton Park

An investigation remains ongoing

Society

6 d. ago Forget Devon and Cornwall — why North Yorkshire is summer's ultimate staycation

Wild moors, a charming coastline and stylish new stays — North Yorkshire’s having a moment, says Annabelle Spranklen. Here’s your guide to the best spots to visit on a weekend escape

Politics

7 d. ago Motorists who park on their own driveway are likely breaking this Highway Code rule

Drivers who park on their driveway might not know that the Highway Code has rules around best practice for parking their vehicle

Transport

7 d. ago Football transfer rumours: Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott on his way to Leipzig?

Today’s rumours are counting the cloudsIt has been one of the great conundrums of this window, leaving people pontificating over what Harvey Elliott should do next. The midfielder was, arguably, the leading light in England’s European Under-21 Championship triumph but it still feels like minutes will be hard to come by at Liverpool. Many have suggested he would suit the Bundesliga and RB Leipzig seem to think the same and have got in touch with Liverpool to see if something can be worked out.Supposedly Newcastle have a plan B if they do not land Benjamin Sesko from Leipzig, although considering they have missed out on so many players this summer, it is more like a plan T. The latest contingency walks, talks and gets booked just like Nicolas Jackson, mainly because it is the Chelsea striker. There is a parallel universe where Sesko hot foots it to St James’ Park, leaving Manchester United light of a No 9, which would then see them bid for Jackson to fill the void. But it does not end...

Sport

8 d. ago Manchester United rival Newcastle with Sesko bid and believe he prefers Old Trafford

Both clubs submit offers that could rise to almost £75mAlexander Isak scheduled for talks with Eddie HoweManchester United are battling with Newcastle to sign the RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko. Newcastle had appeared to be within touching distance of a deal for the 22-year-old but Manchester United made a rival bid on Tuesday and believe the player would prefer a move to Old Trafford.Newcastle submitted a second offer for Sesko of £69.7m, which with add-ons could rise to almost £75m, after receiving encouragement that he was potentially open to a transfer to Tyneside. But cautious optimism at St James’ Park regarding an agreement was caveated by Manchester United’s interest. Continue reading...

Politics

8 d. ago Water park to stay shut 'out of respect' after girl, 4, dies

Waterworld bosses have issued an update after the tragedy

Events

9 d. ago We went to brilliant value theme park near Manchester with £14 tickets and new Land of Oz

It's an often overlooked theme park, but it offers a bargain day out with rollercoasters, water rides and a dinosaur world

Economics