Local News from Thursday, February 5th, 2026

A woman has died following a road traffic collision on Bury New Road in Prestwich, with police confirming the scene remains active this evening.

A car has crashed into the main entrance of Rochdale Infirmary, damaging the structure of the canopy but causing no injuries.

A man was issued a fixed penalty notice within minutes after being spotted urinating at Rochdale Interchange, thanks to a rapid police response triggered through the TravelSafe LiveChat service.

Calls from Rochdale and across Parliament to reform promotion from the National League have gathered pace after the English Football League chair said the current system is indefensible.

Mill Gate Shopping Centre in Bury is marking Valentine’s with a community-driven celebration, highlighting everyday connections and messages of love rather than traditional grand gestures.

Leaders at Bury Council say they are taking “responsible steps” to close a growing funding shortfall, warning that soaring demand for social care and inflationary pressures have left a £14 million hole in next year’s budget.