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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has died aged 96, a Buckingham Palace spokesperson said.
A Royal Family statement reads: "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.
"The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."
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Middleton set for by-election after MIP Councillor loses his seat
Councillor Peter Allonby, representing the Middleton Independents Party on Rochdale Borough Council, has been removed from office following six months of non-attendance at council meetings.
Steve Goodman, founder of Liv's Trust has died
Steve Goodman, the founder of Liv's Trust has died.
Improvements at Prestwich Clough and St Mary’s Flower Park
Bury Council are working alongside Community Interest Company Proffitts – Investing in Communities on a project to improve Prestwich Clough and St Mary’s Flower Park in Prestwich.
Family release tribute to 'caring and hard-working' woman following her death in Bury
The family of a woman who was found dead at a house in Bury have paid tribute to her.
Protest outside Rochdale Police Station
The following statement is attributable to Assistant Chief Constable Wasim Chaudhry:
Knife Angel launched in Bury as part of its National Anti-Violence Tour
Bury Business Improvement District have begun hosting the Knife Angel in partnership with Bury Council and GMP and several organisations and partners.
New supported housing for those with mental health needs
An old empty mill is to be transformed into much-needed housing for people with mental health issues.
Poppy Appeal launched in Bury
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.
