Local News
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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.
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Steve Goodman, founder of Liv's Trust has died
Steve Goodman, the founder of Liv's Trust has died.
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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.
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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.
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Protest outside Rochdale Police Station
The following statement is attributable to Assistant Chief Constable Wasim Chaudhry:
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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.
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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.
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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.
UK News
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The King leads tributes to 'national treasure' Dame Maggie Smith after Harry Potter star dies aged 89
Dame Maggie Smith, known for her roles in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, has died at the age of 89, her sons have said.
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From Shakespeare to Harry Potter: How Dame Maggie Smith garnered a new generation of fans
Dame Maggie Smith was a highly versatile actress whose repertoire ranged from Shakespeare to Harry Potter and Downton Abbey.
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Mohamed al Fayed's son Omar says allegations against father have 'thrown into question, the loving memory I had of him'
Mohamed al Fayed's son Omar says he is "horrified" about the allegations against his late father, saying it has "thrown into question the loving memory I had of him".
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Boris Johnson considered raiding Dutch warehouse during pandemic to retrieve COVID-19 vaccines
Boris Johnson claims he considered authorising a raid on a warehouse in the Netherlands during the pandemic to retrieve COVID-19 vaccines.