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First stage of 1,000-home development approved in Heywood
17+ hour, 6+ min ago (862+ words) Thursday, 2 April 2026 10:12 The early stage of a 1,000-home scheme in south Heywood has been approved " bringing with it 186 houses. The overall South Heywood Masterplan would see the 1,000 homes, employment space, primary school and new link road brought to land off…...
Lamine Yamal angered by 'ignorant and racist' chants at Spain-Egypt friendly
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (684+ words) Wednesday, 1 April 2026 16:02 Lamine Yamal has criticised "racist and ignorant" chants heard during Spain's friendly against Egypt that have led to a police investigation. The anti-Muslim chants at the RCDE Stadium, on the outskirts of Barcelona, prompted officials to display an…...
The common insurance that's often a complete waste of money | Money newsletter
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (268+ words) Wednesday, 1 April 2026 08:39 This coming Friday, we reveal the common insurance that's often a complete waste of money, and look at which UK airports are the go-to for budget flights. So join our growing Money community - and thanks to the tens…...
Rochdale Mayor unveils Bronze Bust in celebration of strong female leadership and female creative talent
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (738+ words) Monday, 30 March 2026 16:07 A stunning bronze bust of Rochdale mayor councillor Janet Emsley has been unveiled at the town hall. The sculpture, commissioned as part of the town's year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture and funded by Arts Council England,…...
Mark Kleinman blog | Billionaire Gerko backs prostate cancer diagnosis provider Lucida Medical
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (304+ words) Monday, 30 March 2026 14:08 This spring, the most valuable commodity in agriculture is not sunshine or even rain, it is fertiliser. Motorists should "fill up as normal" as the government is "well prepared" for disruption, a senior minister has said as fuel…...
Bury extend lead at top with dominant win over Runcorn Linnets
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (1028+ words) Sunday, 29 March 2026 22:45 Through high winds, hail and rain a maelstrom of Bury attacks saw the Shakers overwhelm hosts Runcorn Linnets. Three first half goals from Jordan Lazenbury, Mo Touray and Bebeto Gomes gave Bury a win that strengthens their position…...
Madama Butterfly at Manchester Opera House led by standout performance
6+ day, 9+ hour ago (609+ words) Friday, 27 March 2026 16:52 A touring production of Madama Butterfly at Manchester Opera House delivered a visually rich and emotionally driven interpretation of Puccini's classic opera. Ellen Kent's staging of Madama Butterfly, performed by the Orchestra of the International Kyiv, Ukraine, centres…...
Work begins on 33 new apartments near Rochdale railway station
6+ day, 9+ hour ago (714+ words) Friday, 27 March 2026 17:02 Construction has started on 33 new apartments close to Rochdale railway station as part of wider regeneration plans around the borough's transport hubs. The development, located at the corner of Maclure Road and Station Road, will deliver a mix…...
Middleton man to walk 348 miles for British Heart Foundation after family health battle
1+ week, 1+ day ago (640+ words) Wednesday, 25 March 2026 11:54 A Middleton man is set to walk around 348 miles to raise money for the British Heart Foundation after his son was born with a serious heart condition. Matthew Pilkington is preparing to take on the challenge in March…...
Students take to the slopes on Austria skiing trip
1+ week, 1+ day ago (646+ words) Wednesday, 25 March 2026 09:48 AN INCREDIBLE ski trip saw 40 students from Whitworth Community High School take to the slopes in Kitzb'hel in Austria. A few had skied before at The Hill " home of Ski Rossendale, but they found skiing on snow a…...