Local News from Friday, April 4th, 2025

All the key developments planned for Greater Manchester

Six housing blocks could be torn down in one borough and Manchester’s tallest tower could be built in another.
Reimagining Rochdale: A safer, more vibrant town centre

This week marks the first step of multiple operations to rejuvenate Rochdale town centre by addressing local issues including tackling serious and organised crime and preventing the sale of illegal goods.
Bury Council celebrates enhanced Special Guardianship support

Bury Council has successfully launched its enhanced support offer for Special Guardians, reinforcing its commitment to providing stable and loving homes for children who cannot live with their birth parents.
The massive motorway changes around Simister Island which would alter millions of journeys a year

A decision on a huge motorway upgrade which would transform the network around the notoriously congested Simister Island will be made within weeks.
Bury Council hit with £200K fine after worker severely injured while putting up Christmas tree at Bury market

Bury Council has been fined £200,000 after a man was severely injured in front of horrified shoppers while installing the town’s Christmas tree.

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