Oldham pulls out of Greater Manchester’s housing plan. Vote impacts 170000 home project led by Andy Burnham. Oldham Council Withdraws From Greater Manchester Housing Masterplan Oldham council decided to leave a big housing project. They held a special meeting last night where councillors voted on leaving Places for Everyone (PfE). PfE wants to build homes…
Inquest reopens into the death of Michelle Hodgkinson, 51, after Paul Hughes, who stabbed her, was given a hospital order. Inquest Reopens After Hospital Order in Stabbing Death Case Michelle Hodgkinson, age 51, was stabbed on June 2, 2023. She was on her way to meet her mum for coffee when Paul Hughes attacked her…
A former teacher received a prison sentence following the discovery of disturbing images, including upskirting photos of students. Manchester Ex Teacher Jailed After Shocking Student Photos Uncovered A teacher from Manchester got prison time. Police found awful images on his tech gear. The images included upskirting photos of students. Richard Lees, age 43, used to…
A woman expresses relief as a Domestic Abuse Protection Order (DAPO) helps her escape an abusive relationship. Abuse Victim Finds Freedom: Domestic Abuse Order Offers a New Life A woman feels relief after her abuser went to jail. She now feels safe from her ex-partner. A friend reported the abuse to the police, but the…
Murders in England and Wales fell 3% to the lowest since 2016. Male victims make up 73% deaths, Metropolitan Police recorded most cases. Murder Map Killings Reported Where You Live England and Wales Hey, check out this info I saw about murders in the UK. There were 570 murder victims in the past year. This…
Liam Hannigan, 34, missing in Tenerife since Feb 7. Family concerned as phone is off; parents fly to join search. Tenerife Holiday: British Tourist Vanishes, Phone Goes Silent February 7 Liam Hannigan, age 34, is missing in Tenerife. He went on vacation with his partner December 29. He then stayed with new friends on the…
A 12-year-old boy was arrested after reports of a ‘large kitchen knife’ at Reddish Vale High School in Stockport. 12 Year Old Arrested with Large Knife at Greater Manchester School A young boy is in police custody now; he is just twelve years old. Police arrested him after an incident at a school involving a…
Derbyshire leaders collaborate to shape council mergers, prioritizing local connections and efficient services. Derbyshire Council Leaders Seek Local Focus in Super Council Mergers Derbyshire councils must plan local government changes. The government wants councils to suggest merger ideas. Initial ideas are due by March 21. Final plans must be submitted by November 28. The changes…
A person was found dead at a Greater Manchester railway station. Investigations are underway. Further details pending. Person Found Dead at Greater Manchester Railway Station Samaritans is available all day, every day. Call them at 116 123. Their website is samaritans.org. You can email them too at jo@samaritans.org. You can also write a letter. Send…
Residents in Trafford express anger over council tax hike and new green bin charge amid budget cuts. Trafford Residents Face Double Hit Council Tax and Bin Charge Rise A cafe owner, Georgie, questioned the council tax hike. Trafford’s council tax will increase by 7.49 percent and a new £45 yearly charge applies to green bin…