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GMP Opens New State-of-the-Art Longsight Custody Suite Following Major Three-Year Redevelopment
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has officially unveiled its newly redeveloped Longsight custody suite, describing it as one of the most modern custody facilities in the country and a major milestone in the force’s ongoing improvement programme. Longsight Custody | GMP The facility, which has undergone a three-year redevelopment project, is set to officially open on Thursday 14th May 2026 and will become GMP’s largest custody site across Greater Manchester. In a first for UK p
4 days ago2 min read


Concerns Raised Over Response to Potentially Dangerous Boiler Issue
Concerns have been raised over the response of Rochdale Boroughwide Housing (RBH) to a reported boiler issue which tenants believe posed potential safety risks within the property. Rochdale Boroughwide Housing According to the tenant, the issue involved a leaking boiler, which they feared could present a number of hazards, including electrical risks, potential mould growth, and, in rare circumstances, the risk of carbon monoxide exposure if faults were to develop further. It
6 days ago2 min read


Make Middleton Blue – Community Urged to Unite for Shona’s Final Send-Off
A heartfelt call is being made to the people of Middleton to come together and give Shona Travis the send-off she truly deserves — by turning the town blue in her memory. Shona ( far Right ) with her four children Following her heartbreaking passing on 23rd April 2026 after a brave battle with cancer, family, friends, and members of the local community are now asking for one simple but powerful gesture: to make Middleton blue. From ribbons and balloons to clothing, shop displ
May 22 min read


Heartbreak as Middleton Woman Passes Away, Leaving Behind Four Children
Heartbreak as Middleton Woman Passes Away, Leaving Behind Four Children
Apr 232 min read


Legal Action Underway in PrimaVets Case Involving ‘Blue the Husky
Legal Action Underway in PrimaVets Case Involving ‘Blue the Husky
Apr 113 min read


A Living Piece of Middleton’s History: The Story of Ye Olde Boar's Head
Standing proudly on Long Street, nestled beneath the historic St Leonard’s Church, Ye Olde Boar's Head is more than just a pub
Apr 112 min read


End of an Era: Queen Elizabeth Hall in Oldham Set for Demolition
One of Oldham’s most recognisable landmarks is set to disappear from the skyline, as plans move forward for the demolition of the Queen Elizabeth Hall — a venue that has long stood as a symbol of the town’s civic and cultural identity.
Apr 112 min read


Brand Built on People: Why The Coffee House Continues to Win Hearts Across the North West
Proudly independent at its core, The Coffee House has built its reputation across the North West not by following the corporate blueprint — but by staying true to what matters most: people, community, and genuine connection.
Apr 113 min read


Lodge Mill Gets a Helping Hand from Fire Crews — Shame About the Missing Mascot
In a moment that perfectly captures the spirit of Middleton, crews from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service swapped sirens for hard labour today as they rolled up to Lodge Mill — not to tackle flames, but to tackle a mountain of bricks, rubble, and hard graft.
Apr 62 min read


Lodge Mill: The Rise, The Fall… and the Legacy That Refuses to Fade
There are buildings that simply exist… and then there are buildings like Lodge Mill — places that carry the weight of generations, of stories, of lives lived within their walls.
Apr 55 min read


Business Appeal: Support Needed to Help Restore Lodge Mill
Following recent demolition work at Lodge Mill, attention has now turned to clearing the engine house gardens and restoring access to one of the site’s last remaining structures.
Apr 22 min read


Heartbreak to Hope: Community Asked to Help Reclaim Lodge Mill’s Engine House
A heartfelt call has gone out across Middleton — and now, the community is being asked to step in and help save what remains of Lodge Mill.
Apr 12 min read


Lodge Mill Demolition: Historic Middleton Landmark Reduced to Rubble in a Single Day
A dramatic and emotional day unfolded in Middleton as demolition crews moved in to take down what remained of Lodge Mill, following the devastating fire that tore through the historic site.
Mar 312 min read


Lodge Mill Fire Update: Blaze Extinguished as Partial Demolition Plans Confirmed
The fire that devastated Lodge Mill in Middleton has now been brought under control, marking a significant development following the dramatic scenes that unfolded over the Sunday morning. The Lodge Mill, Middleton | MTN Crews from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service have successfully extinguished the blaze, though the damage left behind is severe. The historic building has suffered extensive structural destruction, with large sections left unsafe. The owners and the mi
Mar 303 min read


Devastating Fire Destroys Historic Lodge Mill in Middleton
A major fire has tragically destroyed the historic Lodge Mill in Middleton, leaving behind only the shell of what was once a well-known local landmark. by Carl Haslam, GMFRS Station Commander for Farnworth and Bolton North fire stations The blaze broke out on Sunday, 29 March 2026, prompting a large-scale emergency response. Thick, black smoke filled the skies above Middleton town centre, visible from a considerable distance and causing widespread concern among residents and
Mar 292 min read


Manchester Today – Giveaway Terms & Conditions (UK)
Manchester Today – Giveaway Terms & Conditions (UK)
Mar 273 min read


He Put Himself Between the Knife and His Colleague” — GMP Sergeant Honoured After Brutal Street
He Put Himself Between the Knife and His Colleague” — GMP Sergeant Honoured After Brutal Street
Mar 272 min read


Shoppers ‘Locked Inside’ Stockport Supermarket After Knife Incident Sparks Major Police Response
Shoppers ‘Locked Inside’ Stockport Supermarket
Mar 272 min read


Locals Can’t Get Enough of This Hidden Gem in Middleton
Locals Can’t Get Enough of This Hidden Gem in Middleton
Mar 262 min read


Two Arrested After Attempted Entry at UK Nuclear Submarine Base
Two people have been arrested after allegedly attempting to gain access to a major UK naval base housing nuclear submarines. HMNB Clyde houses four nuclear submarines - Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images Police were called at around 5pm on Thursday, March 19 , following reports that two individuals were trying to enter HM Naval Base Clyde (Faslane) , one of the most sensitive military sites in the country. The base is home to the UK’s Trident-armed ballistic missile submarines , as
Mar 202 min read
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