Local News
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Man arrested in early morning sting targeting alleged drug dealers in Bury
This morning (Tuesday 1 April) specialist officers from our organised crime team in Bury executed a warrant at an address on Hollins Road to target a man we believe to be involved in a largescale drugs conspiracy, responsible for facilitating the sale of class A and B drugs.
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Empowering mental health recovery and promoting independence
Northern Healthcare is proud to announce the official opening of Saxon House, a new move-on supported living service located on The Rock, Bury, developed in collaboration with Bury Council.
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FREE bunny circus school skills at The Rock this Easter
FAMILIES visiting The Rock Shopping Centre this Easter will be able enjoy FREE circus school skills workshops.
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No chill from the old bill as rapping OCG jailed for over 40 years
A firearm which has been linked to multiple disputes across Greater Manchester has been seized during a proactive investigation by specialist detectives in our Serious Organised Crime Group into a Manchester based Organised Crime Group (OCG) responsible for supply heroin and crack cocaine via the ‘Lex’ line.
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Work finally starts to build permanent secondary school in town left without one for 10 years
After a decade without one, work has finally begun on building a permanent school in a town with more than 30,000 residents.
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New Albert’s restaurant wants 3am booze licence
The new Albert’s eatery taking over the old Nutters restaurant site in Norden wants to serve booze until 3am, but locals aren’t keen.
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Date announced for Rochdale council by-election
Date announced for Rochdale council by-election
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Next step in Prestwich’s future
Work to transform Prestwich village’s centre into a ‘new beating heart for the community’ has taken a step forward with the appointment of a building contractor. The team behind the £100m overhaul of the Longfield Centre and wider central area have appointed Vinci Building ‘to help bring the regeneration to life’.
Notices
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Obituary: Celebration of Life for Norma Sullivan
Mum and Dad (William, fondly known as Lol) shared many happy years as Landlady and Landlord of The Royal Oak in Ramsbottom during the late '80s and '90s
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Obituary: Harold Coles
Passed away peacefully at Fairfield Hospital on 17th February 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Aged 92 years.
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Obituary: Malcolm Fee
On 22nd January 2025, aged 85 years.
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Obituary: Jan Ryszard Duszynski
It is with great sadness and sorrow that the family announce the passing of Jan Duszynski at his home in Rochdale on 13 December 2024, aged 61.
UK News
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MP tells Sky News she was attacked online by Tate brothers after Commons contribution
An MP has told Sky News she was attacked online by the Tate brothers after she participated in a debate in the House of Commons about violence against women.
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'US is our closest ally', Jonathan Reynolds says in reaction to Trump tariffs - but 'nothing off the table'
The US is "our closest ally" but "nothing is off the table" in response to Donald Trump's 10% tariffs on imports from the UK, the business secretary has said.
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'It's just nasty': Birmingham residents 'overwhelmed' by foul stench and massive rats as bins strike rumbles on
In parts of Birmingham, the stench is overwhelming - enough to make you heave.
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Man charged with 64 offences after investigation at Hull funeral home
A man has been charged with 64 offences in connection with an investigation into a Hull funeral directors, Humberside Police has said.