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Counter Terrorism Policing has confirmed that six people have now been arrested following a terrorist attack outside a synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester, with detectives seeking extended detention warrants as the investigation continues.

Pro-Palestine demonstrations will go ahead in Manchester this weekend, according to organisers.

Tributes have now been paid to 66-year-old Melvin Cravitz who died during yesterday’s attack at Heaton Park Congregation Synagogue.

A man who carried out a deadly attack outside a synagogue in Manchester was reportedly on police bail for an alleged rape at the time, though this has not been confirmed by Greater Manchester Police.

Cheers greeted powerful speeches made by Bev Craig and Andy Burnham at a vigil for the victims of the Crumpsall synagogue terror attack.

Tributes have been paid to 53-year-old Adrian Daulby who died during yesterday’s terrorist incident at Heaton Park Congregation Synagogue.

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Greater Manchester’s political leaders have issued a joint statement after an antisemitic attack at Heaton Park Hebrew Synagogue in Crumpsall left worshippers dead and injured.

Over 600 residents braved torrential rain to support Springhill Hospice and raise a record-breaking £54,363

Bus strikes by First Manchester drivers have been called off after an ‘exceptional’ pay deal was secured, but industrial action will continue at Metroline and Stagecoach depots across Greater Manchester.

From award wins to job offers, Hopwood Hall College has highlighted a string of apprenticeship success stories as it continues to grow its links with employers across Rochdale and beyond.

A man killed during a suspected terrorist incident at a synagogue in Crumpsall may have died as a result of a police bullet, Greater Manchester Police has confirmed.

Jewish communities in North Manchester, Bury and Salford to see increased officer presence as police respond to Crumpsall synagogue stabbing

The two men who tragically lost their lives in the Heaton Park Synagogue attack have been named locally as Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz, as police continue their investigation.

Two killed, three injured and three arrested after shocking morning violence in north Manchester.

A terrorist attack which killed two people in Crumpsall on this morning, October 2, has left a ‘deep mark’ on Manchester, but the city’s leaders have vowed they will ‘never let hatred succeed’.

A community champion from Norden has been recognised by royalty for decades of dedication to Rochdale, receiving an MBE from the Prince of Wales in a ceremony at Windsor Castle.

Controversial plans to demolish six empty blocks of flats on a housing estate in Rochdale were stalled last month – now they’ve been thrown out entirely.

A verified image shows the man believed to be behind Thursday’s deadly terror attack outside a Manchester synagogue, moments before he was shot by police.

A politician working to improve relations between communities of Greater Manchester says she is ‘broken for the Jewish community’ after a fatal synagogue attack.

Statement from Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson in response to today's incident on Middleton Road, Crumpsall

The attack at the synagogue in Crumpsall this morning is being treated as terrorism.

Security across the city has been stepped up in the wake of the fatal attack on a north Manchester synagogue, according to an MP.

Two members of the public killed, three others seriously injured and a bomb squad called in after gunman shot outside Crumpsall synagogue.

A man convicted of child sex offences after absconding mid-trial is now in custody and will begin a five-and-a-half year prison sentence.

The attack outside a north Manchester synagogue has ‘appalled’ the area’s MP, who dubbed it an attempt to ‘damage our very tolerant city’.

Andy Burnham has sought to reassure Greater Manchester the ‘immediate danger has been averted’ after a ‘major incident’ outside a north Manchester synagogue.

Police have declared a major incident after a man drove a car towards members of the public outside a synagogue in Crumpsall this morning.

Armed police opened fire after a man reportedly drove at worshippers and stabbed a member of the public outside Heaton Park Synagogue in Crumpsall.

A new crossing has been installed on a busy main road in Rochdale in order to reduce potential deaths and injuries.

A bright and bubbly stage version of the cult rom-com has launched at Manchester Opera House, packed with sparkle, sass, and more than a few surprises.

The controversial scheme taking a cycle lane from Castleton all the way to Rochdale town centre has reached a new milestone.

A Chadderton business owner has been acquitted of murder following the death of a teaching assistant during a violent road rage incident in Oldham.

Kasir Bashir, 50, was sentenced to 29 years in prison in his absence after being found guilty of abusing a vulnerable girl in Rochdale in the early 2000s.

A predatory ringleader dubbed 'Boss man' has been jailed for 35 years, as six others are handed lengthy sentences for a campaign of sexual abuse against two girls in Rochdale.

A multi-agency crackdown on dangerous driving and organised crime has made Rochdale’s roads safer, with eight arrests and hundreds of offences recorded over a 10-day policing blitz.

Andrew Nutter says ‘scum’ won’t keep him grounded as community rallies around popular pub after overnight attack

Andy Burnham chose not to watch Keir Starmer’s Labour Party conference speech in person, the Local Democracy Reporting Service can reveal.

A new locally brewed ale is pouring into Rochdale pubs to mark the town’s year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture.

A man is due to appear in court after making an alleged ‘online threat’ to Rochdale by-election candidate Simon Danczuk last year.

A child rapist convicted in the Rochdale grooming scandal has complained about prison life after being attacked twice behind bars – but his victims suffered far worse, for far longer.

A large part of a mill building in a Greater Manchester town lies in ruins in the wake of a huge fire which left a firefighter with serious injuries.

Two women who were abused as teenagers in Rochdale have spoken out about the trauma they endured, as their abusers are finally convicted after a long fight for justice.

Rochdale's award-winning IT support provider, No Fuss IT, based on Queensway in Rochdale, is warning residents to step up their online defences, as new figures reveal a steep rise in cybercrime affecting people across the UK, from pensioners and parents to small businesses and young professionals.

A PCSO from Heywood has been recognised for her work in the community, picking up the Emergency Service Award at this year’s Roch Valley Radio Community Hero Awards.

A Rochdale takeaway is celebrating after being shortlisted in a prestigious national food awards ceremony dubbed the “Curry Oscars” by industry insiders.

Most Greater Manchester bus services to run as normal this week after unions call off industrial action

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.

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.

Emergency services worked through the night as part of a large-scale response to a devastating fire in Radcliffe.

Local muralist celebrates industrial heritage, diversity and creativity across borough

Emergency services cordon off town centre road after vehicle smashes into shopfront and leaves building in ruins.

A main road through Heywood remains closed after a car struck a building overnight, bringing down part of the structure.

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.

Firebrand politician George Galloway was detained under the Terrorism Act at Gatwick Airport on Saturday after returning from Russia, sparking accusations of “politically motivated intimidation” from his party.

Andy Burnham has given an update on speculation he will challenge Keir Starmer for leadership of the Labour Party.

A senior councillor has claimed civic minded volunteers are being asked to ‘pay for the privilege’ of giving up their time to improve parks and public places.

Three terraced houses destroyed in a huge gas explosion are set to be rebuilt ‘like-for-like’.

Sections of major roads through a town centre are to close between Monday and Friday for a nine month period as a transport hub is built.

Is Manchester becoming too posh? That’s the question a new inquiry is essentially going to be looking into.

Tributes have been paid to Bury journalist Neil Brandwood following his sudden death at the age of 56.

Local people will soon have the power to block betting shops, rescue derelict pubs and reopen empty shops, under radical plans unveiled by the government today.

A man who boasted he would never be caught has been jailed for eight years after officers exposed his role at the head of a major drugs operation in Bury.

A Rochdale man is among twelve people charged under terrorism legislation following a high-profile Palestine Action protest in Manchester city centre earlier this summer.

Campaigners in College Bank and Lower Falinge have unveiled a costed community-led plan to transform their estates, amid growing concern from local councillors over the future of social housing in Rochdale.

A striking new mural honouring Rochdale AFC legend Joe Thompson has been unveiled at the Crown Oil Arena, capturing one of the most emotional moments in the club’s history.

A long-awaited makeover of Peine Square has officially begun, marking the first step in a decade-long regeneration programme backed by £20 million of government funding for Heywood.

Hundreds of Heywood students have begun the new school year in purpose-built learning environments following a major transformation of Newhouse Academy by Manchester-based design consultancy Space Zero.

TV stars, improv duos and rising talent headline borough-wide celebration of comedy.

Emergency services rushed to the M62 service station near Heywood but the 50-year-old sadly died at the scene.

An 81-year-old woman has been rescued from a body of water on Queens Park Road in Heywood after police were called to a concern for welfare this morning, Sunday, 21 September.

Rochdale’s suspended 406 bus service to Kirkholt is set to resume tomorrow, Monday 22 September, but commuters are being warned it will only run once an hour and strike action may still impact wider routes.

Revised plans have been lodged for a ‘new neighbourhood’ of 77 flats and houses for an area between two rivers.

In the shadow of Rochdale’s most iconic tower blocks sits a housing estate facing an almost identical fight for survival.

It was once a place where criminals saw their fates sealed, now it’s a grand room being opened up to the public for the first time in its history.

Young performers from Heywood AODS’ youth section, Hey Kids, are in the final stages of rehearsals for their upcoming production of Nativity! The Musical, set to light up Middleton Arena this October.

Young performers from Heywood AODS’ youth section, Hey Kids, are in the final stages of rehearsals for their upcoming production of Nativity! The Musical, set to light up Middleton Arena this October.

A brand new fire engine has been added to Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service’s fleet, marking the second expansion in less than a year.

Two Rochdale brothers who turned a teenage passion into a thriving football coaching business speaking exclusively with Roch Valley Radio say they are only just getting started, as their company launches new franchises across the country.

A survivor of the Rochdale grooming scandal has tragically ended her life after years of struggling with the trauma of her abuse, a coroner has confirmed.

Children across Rochdale are being urged to ditch their screens in favour of healthier habits as part of National Eye Health Week.

Two Greater Manchester restaurants have scooped top honours at this year’s Asian International Restaurant Awards, cementing the region’s reputation as a hotspot for outstanding Asian cuisine.

A legal battle over Tottington High School headteacher David Yates is being kept under wraps by Shaw Education Trust, which has now hired outside PR experts to contain the storm.

A two year saga of roadworks at the A58 Hurstead Bus Stop is finally set to end, after United Utilities confirmed a full repair plan to tackle a recurring sinkhole.

A leading councillor will not be investigated by the council after allegations were made that he breached its code of conduct.

A Middleton man has become one of the first patients in the country to benefit from a groundbreaking cardiac devices service at The Christie, allowing him to safely undergo life-saving cancer treatment.

Firefighters spent five hours tackling a blaze in a recycling lorry caused by a discarded battery, sparking fresh warnings for Greater Manchester residents.

Rochdale’s train station has a history spanning across three Centuries, and now new plans could see it brought up to date.

Improvements to a pedestrian tunnel linking communities either side of the M60 will form part of a massive project to upgrade the Simister Island motorway interchange.

A piece of Rochdale’s past is being revealed as the town hall’s former courtroom opens to visitors, uncovering stories of crime, punishment and community history.

A long-empty former food outlet may be given a fresh start as developers seek permission to convert it into a house in multiple occupation (HMO) alongside new commercial space.

Sex offenders in the North West will be offered medication designed to reduce “problematic sexual arousal” under a government pilot aimed at cutting reoffending rates.

The demolition of six housing blocks in Rochdale has been stalled following a successful legal challenge.

The family of Ricky Hatton have paid tribute to him following his death over the weekend, describing the Manchester boxing legend as “so much more than a world champion”.

Pop star Jade Thirlwall drew huge crowds in Bury on Saturday, 13 September, when she stopped by Wax and Beans record shop to sign copies of her debut solo album.

Ramsbottom once again played host to the World Black Pudding Throwing Championships, with crowds filling Bridge Street to watch competitors from across the UK and as far afield as Japan, Peru, Canada and Australia.

The heart of Rochdale has been transformed into a vast open-air gallery this week as local and international artists came together for the Common Walls International Mural Festival.

The idea to bring thousands of new homes, highly skilled jobs and the tram service to Middleton has created a buzz in the town.

Thousands of music lovers descended on Bury during Bank Holiday Monday, 25 August 2025, for Glaston-Bury, the annual one day music festival in aid of Bury Hospice and other local causes. Since it began in 2008, the event has raised over £300,000 and has become one of the town’s biggest highlights of the year.

Thousands packed into Heywood for the town's annual 1940s Day on Saturday 21 June, transforming the area into a tribute to wartime Britain.

Day One at Parklife 2025 is done, and what a day it was. Over 50,000 people packed into Heaton Park for a massive Saturday, with sets from FLO, Rudimental and a huge headline performance by 50 Cent.

Tens of thousands of music fans are pouring into Parklife, as the day one of the festival gets underway.

The sister of murdered soldier Lee Rigby is preparing to run two major fundraising events this autumn, twelve years after his death at the hands of extremists.

The following statement is attributable to Assistant Chief Constable Wasim Chaudhry:

Bury Business Improvement District have begun hosting the Knife Angel in partnership with Bury Council and GMP and several organisations and partners.

An old empty mill is to be transformed into much-needed housing for people with mental health issues.

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.

On Tuesday 19 September 2023, Greater Manchester Police were called to reports of a burglary on Brandlesholme Road, Bury.

Asian Community Radio Station in Moorgate, Bury Sparks Controversy with Anti-LGBT Education Signs

The charitable organisation known as the LGBTQI+ Forum in Bury, has issued a statement.

On Tuesday 29 August 2023 at around 11:55pm, officers were called to reports of a man who had been attacked with a knife on Haworth Walk in Radcliffe, Bury.

Housing association Onward Homes and construction firm John Southworth will be working in partnership on a new development of 30 affordable homes in Whitefield, Bury.