Local News from Tuesday, July 14th, 2026
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Potting Shed returns to The Rock for summer holiday family activities
The Potting Shed will return to The Rock shopping centre in Bury for five weeks of free gardening themed family activities during the summer holidays.
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Twelve Rochdale borough parks retain Green Flag awards
Twelve parks and green spaces across Rochdale borough have retained Green Flag Award status, recognising the quality of their management and maintenance. The awards come as the Green Flag scheme marks its 30th anniversary.
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Bury didn't cut the shortlist for UK Town of Culture
Bury has not been shortlisted for the UK’s first Town of Culture competition after submitting its bid earlier this year.
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Tottington High School students raise £1,000 for bereavement charity
Two Tottington High School students have raised £1,000 for Millie’s Time, a charity supporting bereaved parents that was founded by a member of staff in memory of her daughter.
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Bury technology firm Avoira shortlisted for two Greater Manchester business awards
Bury based technology company Avoira has been shortlisted in two categories at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce Excellence Awards as it marks its 50th anniversary.
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Rochdale Sea Cadets finish second in national Gibraltar Cup competition
Rochdale Sea Cadets have been named the second best Sea Cadet detachment in the country after finishing runners up in the Gibraltar Cup at the Commando Training Centre in Lympstone, Devon. The unit also won the Best Team Medic Award during the national competition.
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