Author: Helen Nugent
Good News in Focus: Bounceback Food CIC
Northern Soul and People’s Powerhouse are continuing our partnership to share good news stories about businesses, people and communities coming together in the North of England during the COVID-19 crisis.
Read the full story..Picture Gallery: War Work, David Dunnico, AIR Gallery, Altrincham
This year, the annual Remembrance Sunday commemorations will mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War as well as the centenary of the permanent Cenotaph in Whitehall and the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey.
Read the full story..Photo Gallery: Giant inflatable monsters unveiled in Manchester
Halloween looks a little different this year, what with the Tier 3 COVID-19 restrictions putting a stop to Halloween hi-jinx, but you can still get your spooky fix if you head into Manchester city centre.
Read the full story..Image Gallery: urban scenes and cityscapes by artist Sue Scott
Manchester’s skyline is ever-changing.
Read the full story..#ThisIsTheNorth: People’s Powerhouse Convention 2020
We’re delighted to announce that Northern Soul is the Media Partner for the #ThisIsTheNorth Convention 2020 hosted by The People’s Powerhouse. Due to social distancing measures put in place because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s event will take place entirely online.
Read the full story..Good News in Focus: Halliwell Befriending Service
Northern Soul and People’s Powerhouse are continuing our partnership to share good news stories about businesses, people and communities coming together in the North of England during the COVID-19 crisis.
Read the full story..Picture Gallery: RESET, RedHouse Originals, Harrogate
Need a distraction from the news?
Read the full story..Picture Gallery: An Unprecedented Year by Rob Pointon, Contemporary Six, Manchester
2020 has been an incredibly turbulent year.
Read the full story..Picture Gallery: Days Like These, The Lowry, Salford
It’s been another tough week for the arts.
Read the full story..Good News in Focus: Gail Myerscough, a surface pattern designer and illustrator
Northern Soul and People’s Powerhouse are continuing our partnership to share good news stories about businesses, people and communities coming together in the North of England during the COVID-19 crisis.
Read the full story..Editor's Picks
- “The need for us is still there.” Junior Akinola, Chair of the Board of Trustees at Manchester’s Contact Theatre
- Brute Strength: Why Our Northern Concrete is Worth Keeping
- Writing a novel in 2021? Tips and guidance from a successful 2020 debut author
- “We’re a resource for the whole of the North of England.” Kenn Taylor, Lead Cultural Producer North at The British Library North
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