Man jailed for setting up illegal car park in Gorse Hill during Olympic football match at Old Trafford

A man who set up an illegal car park in Gorse Hill to profit from Manchester’s involvement in the Olympics has been jailed for 20 weeks.
The man and two others hijacked a private car park at Atherton House, off Talbot Road, and illegally controlled it during an Olympic football match at Manchester United’s Trafford ground on July 29.
Det Insp Frank Morris from Trafford CID, said:"Greater Manchester Police is fully aware that sadly, private car parks can be used and controlled by organised crime groups during large sporting events because it is an easy and fruitful source of illegitimate income.
"I hope this case sends a powerful message to anyone who thinks they can take control of private car parks in Trafford during match days that we are onto you and we will target you and bring you to justice."
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Police Update

Unfortunately we are having a large amount of #BURGLARY in Stretford and Old Trafford. Please let us know of any suspicious circs on 101.

    — GMP Stretford (@GMPstretford) August 21, 2012

Warehouse Project reveals its 2012 season

Manchester’s night life is looking a little bit brighter today as the seminal Warehouse Project reveal their 2012 season lineup, launching in September at the Victoria Warehouse - on Trafford Park Road. Earlier this year the project whetted the appetites of dance music junkies with an Easter weekend special at its new home. New season highlights include Fatboy Slim, Bloc Party, Animal Collective and more; with The Chemical Brothers returning to the city where they formed.

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A shot in the Park - Lostock Park 8th September

LCCC Foundation Launches New Website - Inspiring Communities through Cricket

With the help of The LCCC Foundation the Lancashire County Cricket Club aims to become an important and central hub for the community that it serves. We will strive to work in partnership with local charities and organisations to make a positive difference and welcome collaborative working.

Visit the LCCC Foundation website