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Bee Network strikes suspended as unions consider revised pay offer

Most Greater Manchester bus services to run as normal this week after unions call off industrial action
Emotional speeches and local legends honoured at Roch Valley Radio’s debut Community Hero Awards

A powerful night of local pride, emotion and celebration unfolded on Friday 26 September as Roch Valley Radio held its inaugural Community Hero Awards, honouring those who go the extra mile to make life better in Bury and Rochdale.
Bury rekindles ties with twin town Tulle after years of disruption

After a long pause caused by Covid and Brexit, the town of Bury has reconnected with its French twin town, Tulle, with a fresh visit that reignited decades-old links.
Firefighter seriously injured as crews battle major blaze at Radcliffe’s Pioneer Mill

Emergency services worked through the night as part of a large-scale response to a devastating fire in Radcliffe.
Amy Callaghan’s street art brings colour, culture and community pride to Rossendale

Local muralist celebrates industrial heritage, diversity and creativity across borough
Car crashes into Heywood takeaway during police chase as building collapses

Emergency services cordon off town centre road after vehicle smashes into shopfront and leaves building in ruins.
Part of Heywood building collapses after car crash in town centre

A main road through Heywood remains closed after a car struck a building overnight, bringing down part of the structure.
Car fire outside Littleborough home sparks police appeal

A mother and her young child had a narrow escape after their car was deliberately set alight outside their home in Littleborough during the early hours of Saturday, 6th September.