Local News from Monday, August 3rd, 2026

People are being invited to discover Rochdale's historic town centre through photography during a guided heritage photo walk this September.

Bev Craig has confirmed that 11-16 year olds will be able to access free travel across the Bee Network from January 2027, in her first official policy announcement after being elected Mayor of Greater Manchester last week.

The Met in Bury has unveiled its autumn music programme, with a line up featuring established names from rock and pop alongside emerging artists from Greater Manchester and beyond.

Comedian Jimmy Cricket has died at the age of 80 after a brief illness, his family has announced.

New computer generated images have been released showing how the new Casewells food, drink and events venue will look when it opens at Bury Market.

Bury Council has issued five more Fixed Penalty Notices to people caught illegally dumping waste as part of its ongoing action against environmental crime.