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Boy, 16, charged with rape of girl, 8, in Manchester - The eight-year-old girl is being provided with support from specially-trained officers.
Seven hospitalised amid Oldham drug warning - Anyone who has taken "magic" or "pink champagne" should seek urgent medical attention, say police.
Manchester teenager raped and friend sexually assaulted - Two men approached the 18-year-olds and walked with them before they attacked them.
Three Salford high-rise blocks fail cladding fire tests - Cladding on three blocks in Salford "hadn't met requirements", said the city mayor.

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Boy, 16, charged with rape of girl, 8, in Manchester

The eight-year-old girl is being provided with support from specially-trained officers.

Seven hospitalised amid Oldham drug warning

Anyone who has taken "magic" or "pink champagne" should seek urgent medical attention, say police.

Manchester teenager raped and friend sexually assaulted

Two men approached the 18-year-olds and walked with them before they attacked them.

Three Salford high-rise blocks fail cladding fire tests

Cladding on three blocks in Salford "hadn't met requirements", said the city mayor.

Kelly Brewster death: Manchester attack victim honoured with football game

Ms Brewster, from Sheffield, was remembered by a match to raise money for victims and their families.

George Formby's banjo ukulele to be sold at auction

The instrument is expected to attract worldwide interest and to sell for £30,000 or more.

Elderly pedestrian in Heywood dies after car crash

The 79-year-old woman was hit by a black Peugeot 107 driving along Bury New Road, Heywood.

Manchester attack: Funeral for victim Lisa Lees

Lisa Lees was among 22 people who died in the suicide bombing at Manchester Arena.

Hugh Grant offers £1,000 for return of WW2 veteran's medals

Hugh Grant offers £1,000 for the "safe return" of blind WW2 veteran Alfred Barlow's medals.

Manchester attack: Hundreds attend Alison Howe's funeral

Alison Howe was picking up her daughter from Manchester Arena when she died in the terror attack.

How many Harry Potters does it take to set a world record?

The record was set 20 years after the release of first novel.

Glastonbury: Bradley Cooper surprises fans

The actor joins Kris Kristofferson on stage, as he shoots a scene for his new film.

Potholes Giving Local Drivers a Problem

Posted by Administrator : Wednesday 13th March 2013

LEAVING US IN A DITCH? Potholes are becoming more and more of a problem in Oldham due to a lack of local maintenance funding and the changes in the UK weather. Potholes despite being seen as a miner problem they can affect so many drivers on a daily basis.

Cost of Living Rising!

Posted by Administrator : Tuesday 12th March 2013

COSTING US OUR LIVELIHOOD? It is estimated that the cost of living looks expected to continue to rise this year with stable incomes versus increasing costs of everyday household items. In recent years the cost of living has been as high as 5 times more than wage rises.

Avoid Your Home Flooding

Posted by Administrator : Monday 11th March 2013

BE PREPARED OR AT LEAST HAVE YOUR ARM BANDS READY. Flooding can be devastating for home owners but some simple tips could prevent heartbreaking and costly repairs. It is important that you understand about your property and local areas, so you can be aware of any potential flooding problems in the future.

What Is Next For Our Local Public House

Posted by Administrator : Saturday 2nd March 2013

THERE IS NOTHING WORNG WITH A GOOD LOCAL. It is no secret that our local pubs have suffered in the last decade due to numerous factors such changing nightlife trends (Bars and Clubs), the recession (meaning people have less to spend), alcohol awareness campaigns, the general costs of ale and rent and increases in government tax’s on alcoholic beverages.

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