Local News from Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
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M60 closed near Ashton under Lyne after evening crash causes major delays
A section of the M60 in Tameside is closed tonight, Sunday 3 May, following a crash, with long queues forming between Denton Island and Ashton under Lyne.
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Reform Bury Candidate accused of sharing islamophobic post
A Reform UK candidate in Bury has rejected accusations of racism after sharing a ‘satirical’ post aimed at ‘Muslims of the UK’.
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Unauthorised building work sparks outrage in Smallbridge
Unsanctioned building work started on a Smallbridge playground to turn it into a car park, leaving locals fuming.
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Rochdale book Wembley place after play off win over Scunthorpe
Rochdale secured a place at Wembley with a 2-1 victory over Scunthorpe United in their National League play off semi final. Goals from Mani Dieseruvwe and Devante Rodney proved decisive in a tense finish.
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RECAP: Rochdale host Scunthorpe with place at Wembley up for grabs
Rochdale are just a win away from a trip to Wembley Stadium for the National League play-off final, as they face Scunthorpe United in the semi-finals.
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