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  31 May 2026

  Residents invited to help shape Brinnington’s £20 million Pride in Place investment

  Applications are open now and must be submitted by midday on Friday 26 June.

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  29 May 2026

  Council Leader appoints Cabinet

  Cllr Mark Roberts confirmed as Leader, with Cllr Jilly Julian named as Deputy Leader.

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  22 May 2026

  A Fresh Way to Walk the Mersey

  A new River Mersey walking route in Stockport has opened, giving residents across the borough and Greater Manchester a fresh way to explore nature and enjoy time outdoors.

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  21 May 2026

  Paralympic champion Dame Sarah Storey joins community walk in Brinnington

  Paralympic champion Dame Sarah Storey joined Brinnington residents for a community walk as part of May’s Walking Month and the GM festival.

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  20 May 2026

  Stockport creative and cultural centre celebrates one million visits in under a year

  Since opening, Stockroom has rapidly become one of the town centre’s busiest and most talked-about destinations.

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  11 May 2026

  Stockport Council calls for more foster carers as Foster Care Fortnight launches

  Stockport Council is celebrating Foster Care Fortnight (11-24 May), raising awareness of the incredible impact of foster care, and encouraging more people to become foster carers.

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  6 May 2026

  Stockport students invited to design official Tour de France posters

  Creative students in Stockport have a once in a lifetime chance to see their work shared around the world as part of the 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.

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  28 April 2026

  Stockport strides out for the 2026 GM Walking Festival

  Stockport residents are invited to step out and explore their local area as part of the 2026 Greater Manchester Walking Festival, taking place across National Walking Month in May.

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  13 April 2026

  Schools White Paper and SEND Reform

  What this means for children and families in Stockport

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  2 April 2026

  Stockport Council pays tribute to former Chief Executive Eamonn Boylan OBE

  We’re deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our former Chief Executive, Eamonn Boylan OBE

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  30 March 2026

  Six years that brought the Underbanks back to life

  Today, the Underbanks is one of Stockport’s most loved and talked-about neighbourhoods, known for its independent food and drink, culture, creativity and character.

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  27 March 2026

  Standards Sub-Committee – Councillor David Sedgwick

  A meeting of the Standards Sub-Committee was held on Tuesday, 24 March 2026 to consider complaints made against Cllr David Sedgwick

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  27 March 2026

  New £20m Marple Community Hub reaches topping out stage

  The new Hub will open in Autumn this year

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  27 March 2026

  Stockport to benefit from expansion of veteran support

  Stockport’s Armed Forces community is set to benefit from a boost in support as part of Valour, the UK’s first coordinated, network of veteran support centres.

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  27 March 2026

  First winners announced for Stockport SEND Superstars Award

  This new initiative celebrates the individuals, teams and projects making a real difference for children and young people with SEND across the borough.

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  26 March 2026

  Stockport families can enjoy a jam-packed Easter, with free and low-cost fun across the borough

  With so much happening, it’s easy to plan a day out that’s fun and affordable.

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  25 March 2026

  Stockport Spring Clean: Spotlight on everyday work that is helping to keep communities clean

  As part of the Spring Clean campaign, the work of TLCs gully cleaning and street cleaning crews was showcased

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  20 March 2026

  Stockport launches borough-wide 2026 Spring Clean to boost pride in local neighbourhoods

  Campaign will highlight all the great work taking place in our borough

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  20 March 2026

  Construction begins on Stockport’s new Independent Living Hub

  The hub is set to open to the public in May.

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  19 March 2026

  Local schools helping to plant seeds to promote fostering

  Stockport Council Fostering Service is launching a competition for local primary schools to see who can grow the tallest beanstalk.

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  16 March 2026

  Stockport social workers recognised during Social Work Week

  The council is celebrating the vital work of social workers across the borough as part of Social Work Week 2026.

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  12 March 2026

  New Chair appointed to help drive Stockport’s town centre transformation

  Lord Gavin Barwell will help lead the next phase of regeneration

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  10 March 2026

  Stockport Council stands with young carers on Young Carers Action Day 2026

  Stockport Council is proud to celebrate young carers across the borough as we mark Young Carers Action Day on 11 March 2026.

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  6 March 2026

  Young Fall Heroes to lead the way in falls prevention across Werneth

  Our Live Well service has launched an innovative intergenerational initiative aimed at reducing falls among older residents in the Werneth area.

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  4 March 2026

  Join the Fun. Stockport Takes Part in the GM Live Well Festival

  We will take part in the GM Live Well Spring Festival, running from 9 to 23 March.

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  4 March 2026

  Greek Street reopening will mark major leap towards Metrolink and improved sustainable travel connections

  Greek Street will reopen on Friday, March 27

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  3 March 2026

  Reopening of Adswood Young People’s Centre

  Joint statement by Stockport Council, Autisk and PACTS.

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  3 March 2026

  Success for students at the One Stockport Health and Social Care Career Academy

  The first cohort of learners from the One Stockport Health and Social Care Career Academy is already celebrating impressive early achievements.

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  2 March 2026

  New ParkPlay sessions coming. Volunteers needed to help bring it to life

  A new community play initiative is preparing to launch in Offerton and local families, residents and volunteers are invited to be part of it.

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  2 March 2026

  Work begins on Cheadle Eco Park – a new green business park

  The new light‑industrial development will create up to 200 jobs and provide energy-efficient workspaces

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  27 February 2026

  Our 2026/2027 Budget: protecting essential services amid financial challenges

  We have set our 2026/27 budget following approval at the Budget Council meeting on Thursday 26 February 2026.

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  26 February 2026

  Stockport employers offered free tools to improve staff wellbeing

  Free toolkits, templates, and printable materials help Stockport organisations embed the ‘5 Ways to Feel Good’ day to day.

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  23 February 2026

  Parliament approves Stockport MDC expansion, unlocking next phase of regeneration

  By 2040, 8,000 new town centre homes will be delivered

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  17 February 2026

  AMAZE: A spectacular projection in Stockport Town Centre

  Enjoy AMAZE on 21 and 22 February, 5:30 to 8:30pm at Merseyway Square.

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  17 February 2026

  Work begins on supported housing scheme for people with learning disabilities

  It will deliver 12 energy‑efficient homes on the derelict Bredbury Civic Hall site

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  16 February 2026

  Therapy dog having a pawsitive impact at Woodley Primary School

  Archie the golden retriever is making a life-changing difference to children at Woodley Primary School.

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  13 February 2026

  Council confirms gym access at Stockport Sports Village will continue until December 2026

  The announcement follows discussions between the council, Life Leisure and Stockport County

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  11 February 2026

  Make the most of February half term in Stockport with fun for the whole family

  February half term doesn’t have to be quiet or costly, with Stockport offering families plenty of ways to make the most of the half-term break.

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  10 February 2026

  Man fined for illegal waste disposal in Stockport

  Christopher Ridgway, who advertised his services as “Stockport Waste Removal”, pleaded guilty to the offences in court

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  6 February 2026

  Unique Bramall Hall roof top tours now available

  Residents are being offered a rare chance to step behind the scenes of one of Stockport’s most treasured historic landmarks.

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  5 February 2026

  Major plans to transform Mersey Square unveiled

  Plans show how the historic Bear Pit will be be brought back to life as a new play space

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  3 February 2026

  Stockport Sports Village set for major next phase

  Stockport County Football Club, Stockport Council and Life Leisure have confirmed long term plans for the transformation of Stockport Sports Village.

• 3 February 2026

  Greater Manchester stands together against hate crime

  Stockport and Greater Manchester are united in saying that hate crime has no place in our communities.

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  29 January 2026

  New Construction Hub launches to create inclusive opportunities in Stockport

  Opportunities for local people are being created as part of Stockport's major regeneration

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  26 January 2026

  New photography exhibition celebrating local communities opens at Stockroom

  Opening on 29 January, Local/Connection brings together photographers from across Greater Manchester.

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  16 January 2026

  Stockroom: Shaped by you, embraced by all

  Since opening in May last year, Stockroom has firmly established itself as one of Stockport’s most vibrant, creative and welcoming public spaces.

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  16 January 2026

  Etherow Country Park in the spotlight after Manchester Evening News feature

  Etherow Country Park, one of Stockport’s much-loved parks, has been featured by the Manchester Evening News, highlighting the fantastic green spaces we have right on our doorstep.

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  14 January 2026

  Updated Joint Statement by Stockport Council, Autisk and PACTS

  We are pleased to confirm that temporary accommodation has now been secured for Autisk.

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  13 January 2026

  New garden waste permits now available

  Garden waste permits are now available to buy for collections from 1 April 2026.

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  5 January 2026

  New homes, greener spaces, stronger communities: Stockport’s vision for 2026

  Cllr Mark Roberts, Leader of Stockport Council, looks ahead to what the next 12 months will bring for the borough.

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  31 December 2025

  First new National River Walk announced along the River Mersey

  Government has announced the the 21-kilometre ‘Mersey Valley Way’ is set to run from Stockport to Manchester.

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  24 December 2025

  Free bus travel all day for older and disabled residents from March 2026

  The change will go live on 1 March 2026.

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  16 December 2025

  Vitality brings over 1,000 jobs to Stockport Exchange

  The health insurance company will move into the thriving business district

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  11 December 2025

  Stockport celebrates SEND school excellence with Leader’s Christmas Card designed by pupil

  This year's card was designed by Clayton from Castle Hill High School

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  11 December 2025

  Stockport’s fostering families celebrated at Christmas Tree Festival

  Stockport Council’s fostering team has been getting into the festive spirit by taking part in this year's Christmas Tree Festival at St Paul's Church in Heaton Moor.

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  9 December 2025

  New Health and Social Care Career Academy launches to strengthen the care workforce

  Trafford and Stockport College Group, with the council and local sector employment organisations, has announced the new One Stockport Health and Social Care Career Academy.

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  9 December 2025

  First look at Stockport’s newest indie hangout spot at Weir Mill

  Images show what the new entertainment space at Weir Mill is set to look like.

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  28 November 2025

  District Centres drive local success

  See what is happening in your area to improve the look and feel of your local high street

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  25 November 2025

  Stockport stands united against gender-based violence

  We've joined with partners to launch a powerful programme of events and initiatives to mark White Ribbon Day and the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence.

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  21 November 2025

  St James’ Catholic High School picks up top title at Educate Awards

  School picks up award for outstanding commitment to sport