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Friday, Oct 9

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Bev Craig reveals when she would fly business class on mayoral trips abroad

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Greater Manchester mayor Bev Craig has revealed whether she flies first class on official trips following questions about her recent visit to New York.

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Live updates from court as man, 63, stands charged with man's murder in Harwood

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A 63-year-old man is appearing in court today charged with murder following the death of a man at a home in Harwood, Bolton.

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Man charged with murder named after man found dead at Harwood home

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A man has been charged with murder following the death of a man at a house in Bolton

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Lowry welcomes Lenny Henry as he returns to stand-up this weekend

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On holiday in Greece recently, Sir Lenny Henry made use of his PADI qualification by going on a scuba-diving trip. He had a glorious time but found himself slightly disappointed by the fact that there weren’t any sharks there.

Bury teen driver gets six points before he's even old enough for driving lessons

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A 16-year-old Bury boy has received six points on his licence before he is old enough to start lessons after being convicted of driving offences.

Whitefield tapas restaurant Campo begins exciting new chapter with fresh menu

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Eight years after opening their doors in Whitefield, Aaron and Faye Cummins could probably be forgiven for taking things easy.

Mayor vows to protect Jewish communities amid Bury councillor's terrorist son row

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Greater Manchester Mayor Bev Craig has insisted she will do "everything" possible to protect Jewish communities and tackle antisemitism.

'That is not respectful' - Union criticises NHS trust's handling of pay offer

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UNISON has criticised the Northern Care Alliance's latest pay offer to theatre staff, saying members are ‘extremely disappointed’

Bury farmer who killed son in tragic farm accident cleared of separate assault charge

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A farmer who killed his son when he reversed a defective vehicle into him has been cleared of a separate assault following the collapse of a court case.

Prestwich man denies attempted rape and sexual assault charges

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A Prestwich man denies two sexual offences and will face a further hearing at Manchester Crown Court in 2027

Man denies stalking, assault and threatening to share intimate photos

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A Rochdale man has denied stalking, assault and criminal damage allegations and will face trial at Manchester Crown Court next year.

Will rain spoil the weekend? The latest forecast for Bury has been revealed

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The Met Office has forecast a mix of sunshine and showers for Bury this weekend

Classical duo to take stage for lunchtime concert at Bury Parish Church today

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Bury music lovers can enjoy a lunchtime performance by rising viola and cello musicians from the Royal Northern College of Music

Shock in ‘tight-knit community’ near Ainsworth after murder probe launched

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Residents of a quiet Harwood cul-de-sac were shocked when police arrived, investigating a suspected murder.

Thursday, Oct 8

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Murder investigation launched after discovery of body

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

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Coronation Street fans confused as popular character's shop 'goes missing'

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Coronation Street fans had completely forgotten what happened to David Platt's barber shop that he owned in the show.

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Watch bodycam arrest footage of Crumpsall man convicted for selling firearms

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Two men who supplied pistols and ammunition to organised crime groups have been convicted following a National Crime Agency (NCA) investigation.

Police secure 49 charges after Bury homes targeted in organised crime crackdown

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Greater Manchester Police have secured 49 charges against nine people following a day of action, in which 20 warrants were executed and 20 arrests were made.

When Manchester Airport station will close for a day as £115m overhaul to begin

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Manchester Airport station will undergo a £115 million upgrade from this winter, with longer platforms and improved track layouts.

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Spooky half-term getaways from Manchester Airport from just £34

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Manchester Airport travellers can add a spooky twist to October half term with Halloween getaways featuring haunted castles, ghost tours and eerie festivals across Europe

Young singers invited to audition for national choir in Manchester

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Young singers in Manchester can audition for a place in one of Britain’s leading national children’s choirs this autumn

Julian Clary bringing new Fully Dilated comedy tour to the North West

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Julian Clary is bringing his latest comedy show to Manchester and Lancashire as part of a 40-date UK tour in 2027

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Meet the six GMP pups following in their famous father's pawprints

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Six German Shepherd puppies have joined Greater Manchester Police's Tactical Dog Unit.

Man arrested on suspicion of murder after man found dead at property

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after another man was found dead at a property in Rochdale.

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Police investigation continues days after 16-year-old boy stabbed

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Greater Manchester Police investigate stabbing of 16-year-old in Breightmet on October 3. No arrests made; officers seek CCTV, dashcam and Ring footage.

Severe delays expected as key stretch of M60 closes this weekend

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National Highways is warning of severe congestion as a major M60 closure returns this weekend as part of the Simister Island upgrade scheme.

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Manchester Airport to rollout new eGate system to reduce time spent at Border Control

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Millions of passengers arriving at Manchester Airport will use a new eGate system that doesn't require a passport.

Driver, 51, dies after crash on M60 in Bury as police continue inquiries

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Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a 51-year-old driver involved in an M60 collision in Bury later died.

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Wagamama's new 'utter madness' menu item reworking British classic is dividing diners

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Wagamama has the fish + chip ramen, which has delivered a strong reaction among diners, with one calling it "utter madness"

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One online Google report wiped out 200 reviews for this Bury business

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An award-winning Tottington technology business says its Google Maps listing has mysteriously disappeared, wiping out more than 200 five-star reviews.