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An 18-year-old man has died, as two people have been arrested on suspicion of driving offences following a collision in Rochdale last night.

Former Tory MP, James Daly has joined calls from his parliamentary party to overturn Labour's 'family farm tax.'

Emergency services on scene amid reports of 'serious incident' in at a key road junction in Rochdale.

MPs have voted in favour of the Assisted Dying Bill, following a five-hour-long debate in the House of Commons, with a majority of 55.

Syke residents are being asked for their views on proposals to conservate areas.

Parklife has announced this week that Charli XCX has been revealed as the first headliner at PL25 next June.

A bridge which was severely damaged by the worst storm to hit the borough for decades is to be replaced.

Plans to improve the heart of Whitefield are set to be formally adopted by Bury Council.

Two arrests have been made following the death of a woman in Bury

The countdown to Christmas started on Sunday with thousands of people attending Ignite Fire Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-On at Rochdale Town Hall.

Rochdale AFC Community Trust is delighted to announce the launch of the Rochdale Rockets STEM Programme, thanks to funding from The Ogden Trust.

Bury Council is holding an online recruitment event on Tuesday 3 December to attract people to become social workers.

Six people have been fined for fly-tipping offences on the streets of Bury in November.

Residents are being sent details of their bin collection dates over the Christmas and New Year period and beyond.

More top-quality sports facilities are on the way as works progress to create a new state-of-the-art, full-size 3G floodlit all-weather football pitch at Top Park, Bolton Road West, Ramsbottom.

Bury Adult Learning will host a Reverse Job Fair on 29th November, inviting employers and local businesses to connect with learners.

Residents are now being asked for their views on plans for Greater Manchester’s biggest proposed employment development on the Bury and Rochdale border.

For the first time, parents, students and colleagues came together to recognise the outstanding achievements and contribution that staff make in schools and colleges across the borough.

Bury Council wants to improve the street environment and provide better travel options for everyone in the neighbourhood surrounding Victoria Street/School Street in Radcliffe.

Bury Council is launching a public consultation on plans to enhance travel options in Ramsbottom town centre, aiming to make the town a more enjoyable place to live, work, visit, and conduct business.

It’s a family affair for Rochdale Council’s newest school crossing patrol officer, who’s become the fifth member and the third generation of his family to don the yellow jacket and carry a famous ‘lollipop’ sign.

Rochdale Borough Council’s staff-run ‘Giving Back’ charity is now collecting donations to this year’s Christmas Toy Appeal, which helps make sure local children who are less fortunate have presents to open on 25 December.

Thousands gathered across the borough for Remembrance Day services to honour the nation’s war heroes and pay tribute to the fallen.

Bury Council’s Cabinet has approved the proposed budget 2025/26 for public consultation.

Two arrests have been made following the death of a woman in Bury. Enquiries are currently ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and the cause of death.

Two men, aged 22, have been arrested for selling Class A drugs disguised as a popular Christmas present.

James Frith, Labour MP for Bury North, has held a discussion event on assisted dying to allow Bury North residents to hear from experts across the divide on this controversial topic.

Residents in Burnedge Rochdale, are preparing themselves for yet another festive lights display this December, hoping to raise £3,000 for Springhill Hospice.

The borough of Rochdale scooped an outstanding haul of gold medals at the recent North West in Bloom awards, showing that this green-fingered area is a force to be reckoned with.

HUNDREDS of people gathered at The Rock Shopping Centre for a community concert which saw the Christmas lights switched on by four local heroes.

More details have been revealed about the Ignite Fire Festival taking place in Rochdale town centre from Friday 22 to Sunday 24 November, leading up to the Christmas lights switch-on.

Almost 60 roads have been treated across all five townships as part of the annual summer micro asphalt programme, which improves the condition of the road and gives it a longer lifespan.

Flood warnings remain in place between Radcliffe and Bury this evening as the River Irwell burst its bank in Ramsbottom earlier in the afternoon.

The council has committed to a new feasibility study to develop options for the future of Hopwood Hall following the end of an exclusivity agreement with Hopwood DePree.

Snowy conditions has had an impact on some local Schools

Across Remembrance Sunday (10th) and Armistice Day (11th November) events are taking place throughout Bury to remember those who have fought and sacrificed for our country.

From 5th – 7th December 2024 Bury Art Museum will come alive with a celebration of festive cheer and local culture. Enjoy mince pies, music, stalls and workshops, there really is something for everyone.

People who care about Bury came together on Monday (4 November) to understand how we have helped, and continue helping, the most vulnerable people in the Borough.

Three schools in Rochdale have closed this morning, as burst water pipe causes flooding and no water supply.

Greater Manchester is under a weather warning, as an area of snow may disrupt the northern and central parts of the UK on Monday night and Tuesday morning.

The following statement is attributable to Assistant Chief Constable Wasim Chaudhry:

Bury Business Improvement District have begun hosting the Knife Angel in partnership with Bury Council and GMP and several organisations and partners.

An old empty mill is to be transformed into much-needed housing for people with mental health issues.

The National Poppy Appeal has been launched in Bury today (Thursday 26 October) as we remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives and livelihoods during past and current conflicts.

On Tuesday 19 September 2023, Greater Manchester Police were called to reports of a burglary on Brandlesholme Road, Bury.

Asian Community Radio Station in Moorgate, Bury Sparks Controversy with Anti-LGBT Education Signs

The charitable organisation known as the LGBTQI+ Forum in Bury, has issued a statement.

On Tuesday 29 August 2023 at around 11:55pm, officers were called to reports of a man who had been attacked with a knife on Haworth Walk in Radcliffe, Bury.

Housing association Onward Homes and construction firm John Southworth will be working in partnership on a new development of 30 affordable homes in Whitefield, Bury.