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Turn your big bill into a little bill campaign

12 Sep 2014 - 11:17 by michelle.foster

Manchester City Council is working with Greater Manchester Energy Advice Line to launch the Little Bill campaign to slash the cost of energy bills and encourage households to apply for up to £7,000 worth of home improvement measures including new central heating systems, solar panels and insulation.

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Nominate someone incredibly inspiring to take part in the BBC’s People’s Strictly Come Dancing

12 Sep 2014 - 09:30 by michelle.foster

Do you know someone who is so incredibly inspiring, who has changed so many lives for the better, that they deserve to take part in the first ever People’s Strictly Come Dancing?

For the first time ever the team that brings you Strictly Come Dancing is opening its dance floor to the public and they are looking for inspiring everyday heroes to go this incredible journey.

The BBC are looking for you to nominate real people who are inspiring, selfless, the people who genuinely change many other people’s lives – and it is essential that they are Strictly super fans.

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Misha B to perform at our Spirit of Manchester Awards Ceremony

10 Sep 2014 - 13:54 by michelle.foster

We are very excited to announce that Misha B will be performing at our Spirit of Manchester Awards ceremony.

Misha B grew up in Longsight, Hulme and Moss Side and is a singer, songwriter and rapper who rose to notability as a semi-finalist on the eighth series of The X Factor.
 

 

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Be Proud Awards 2014

29 Aug 2014 - 10:39 by michelle.foster

Do you have a neighbour you couldn’t live without or know of a local business that has a positive impact on your area?
Is there a community volunteer who goes 'above and beyond' or a young person whose passion and commitment really stands out?
Don’t miss your chance to celebrate your community heroes in the annual Be Proud Awards.

The Awards are a chance to say thank you to those groups and individuals who have worked hard to help their local area shine, who have supported their neighbours and communities, and who have been personally inspiring.

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Charity Commission Guidance - Donate to registered charities experienced in working in Gaza

14 Aug 2014 - 14:15 by michelle.foster

Charity regulator urges people to help the victims of the humanitarian disaster in Gaza

As is its normal practice in response to a national appeal such as the Disasters Emergency Committee Gaza appeal, the Charity Commission is providing guidance to the public on giving safely to charity. The Commission is encouraging the public to help the victims of the humanitarian disaster in Gaza by donating to registered charities with experience of working in high-risk areas and conflict zones.

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Deaf Health Champions Manchester – Deaf Health Day

14 Aug 2014 - 11:10 by michelle.foster

The Deaf Health Champions project is hosting a Deaf Health Day on Friday 5 September 2014, 10am - 3pm at the Manchester Deaf Centre, Booth Street East, Manchester, M13 9GH to provide the Deaf community of Greater Manchester opportunity to access information on local health and social care services.

The Deaf Health Champions project are looking for a wide range of organisations to deliver bite size 45-60 minute workshops on health themes across the course of the day, as well as stall holders.

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Ancoats Dispensary Trust awarded £170,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund

14 Aug 2014 - 11:09 by michelle.foster

Ancoats Dispensary Trust are pleased to announce that they have been awarded £170,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) under the Heritage and Enterprise Scheme and are now able to begin developing its plans to restore and transform the building into a community hub for Ancoats and surrounding neighbourhoods. This earmarked funding from HLF means that Ancoats Dispensary Trust and their partner Igloo Regeneration can now undertake immediate stabilisation works to the fragile building.

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Come and be creative at The Edge in Chorlton

14 Aug 2014 - 11:07 by michelle.foster

The Edge in Chorlton starts a new term in September, with courses to help anyone and everyone build self-confidence and emotional well-being, as well as learn new skills and have fun. The courses are run by the artistic team at The Edge, as well as by hand-picked, young creative professionals.

Ukulele Club is run by Musical Director, Simon Waters, with two courses to suit all abilities. New To Uke is designed to teach the basics of this easy-to-play instrument. Ukulele Orchestra gives people the chance to learn, sing and perform to family and friends.

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