Kevin Bryan delivers his verdict on some of this week's CD releases. Renaissance,"Live at Carnegie Hall" (Esoteric / Cherry Red)- This absorbing live package was recorded over the space of three nights in June 1975 and found classically influenced
I wonder how many readers are fortunate enough to have swifts nesting under their eaves this year. Since 1990 their numbers have plummeted 50%. May is a special time for me as I eagerly await their appearance in our skies and thrill at the
I read with interest about the High Street fight back in the Messenger, and I applaud all that has been and is being done to help this lovely town. However, the Multi Storey Car Park in the Stamford Quarter is now to be used mainly by Contract
THE Met Office is predicting a mixed bag weather-wise for the Bank Holiday break. As the long weekend approaches, forecasters say we can expect sun, showers and strong winds in Trafford. This week the area is enjoying long sunny spells with highs
TOMORROW is the second anniversary of the Manchester Arena Attack in which 22 people lost their lives. No official public services or memorials are taking place but a personal and private service for the families of victims and those injured will
LEADING Altrincham litigators, FS Legal, have begun the search for the North West’s best young artists with the launch of a prestigious art competition. The FS Legal Art Prize 2019 invites artists aged 16 – 25 years old, to create a unique piece
Jamie Oliver has said he is "devastated" after his restaurant chains appointed administrators, putting more than 1,000 jobs at risk. The business, which includes Jamie's Italian, Barbecoa and Fifteen, has appointed KPMG to oversee the process, with
TWO men have been arrested on suspicion on murder after a 29-year-old man died following a disturbance at a pub. On April 12 police were called to reports of a disturbance at the Melville Hotel in Melville Road, Stretford, in which a man, Gavin
LEADING vet charity, PDSA, is bringing its PetWise Tour to Greater Manchester this week, offering free health MOTs to local dogs. This visit is part of its mission to help every pet live a happy, healthy life. The PetWise Tour is supported by the
