Changing The Record

Our Pathfinder Press reporter Lorraine took us to the Sew 'n' Sew community group in Smallbridge, Rochdale to meet a group of women who go along to learn sewing skills, make friends, socialising with a brew and a biscuit. 

The Sew ’n’ Sews group, led by volunteer tutor Dawn Alletson, is a lively space where members make everything from practical items to fun, decorative pieces, all while picking up new skills and enjoying each other’s company.

Our Pathfinder Press reporters Bill and Dorretta visit Old Trafford Cricket Ground to talk with volunteers about West Indies in the Lancashire League and about their role as a volunteer at this important landmark in Old Trafford.

Our Pathfinders Press reporter Donna from Abbey Hey in Gorton spoke to visitor at the Age-Friendly Futures Summit in Manchester which saw people join locally, nationally and internationally. 

In this episode, we visit a special choir providing hope, friendship and support for people in Greater Manchester who have lost someone they dearly love to suicide.
We speak to various members about how they got involved and the incredible impact the choir has had on their mental health.

The Heywood, Middleton & Rochdale Circle run a series of lunch clubs around the borough. 

They believe that events and activities for older people are really important. 

Our community reporter Mark has been out to chat with people who attend the weekly session at The Strand Hub to find out why it's so well attended.