10 h. ago The classic seaside town five miles from Blackpool with a huge beach, splash park and top chippy

There's no better place for a good old-fashioned seaside experience during the Easter holidays

Politics

27 h. ago McDonald's drive thru set to open in Greater Manchester town

The last town centre restaurant was closed down back in 2011

Politics

34 h. ago The old tactic being used in a new project to smash crime in a Greater Manchester town centre

Police are determined to crack down on issues plaguing Rochdale's streets

Events

51 h. ago The £4m scheme that looks to 'breathe new life'’ into a Greater Manchester town

The station will service the growing number of EV owners in Greater Manchester.

Economics

53 h. ago 'Just five new homes could cause havoc', say locals in Greater Manchester town

The planning panel approved the contentious plans this week

Politics

3 d. ago Kate Garraway mistakenly calls herself by first husband's name live on air

Kate Garraway suffered an awkward blunder on Tuesday's Lorraine as she stepped in for host Lorraine Kelly. The TV star was left red-faced as she made a name faux pas

Society

3 d. ago Kate Garraway calls herself by first husband's name after revealing emotional Derek story

Kate Garraway was left red faced during this morning's Lorraine as she accidentally called herself by her first husband's name live on air

Politics

4 d. ago Historic bridge in Greater Manchester town finally transformed after £4.5m scheme

The bridge in Heywood has been undergoing repair work since January 2024

Economics

4 d. ago Seven weapons, 25 arrests, £50,000 of drugs: The Greater Manchester town fighting a crime 'nightmare'

Residents in Derker are hopeful about Operation Vulcan - but there's still a long way to go.

Events

5 d. ago Four Greater Manchester areas named in new list of top 10 'best places to live' in England and Wales

The locations have been picked for their beautiful homes, top-tier schools and exclusivity

Politics

7 d. ago Best city to live and visit in Europe 'might be a big surprise to Brits'

A UK city has been named as Europe's best place to live and visit as a tourist but its residents might need some convincing. Here's a run down of the full list

Politics

8 d. ago A blueprint for homes, jobs, transport and welfare in a Greater Manchester town for the next 15 years

People will have the chance to get their say in eight-week consultation

Society

8 d. ago Tough new rules in town where 600 HMOs have been created in just three years

In 2021, Bolton had 117 shared houses, by the end of last year there were 720

Politics

8 d. ago Tiny UK village visitors only ever pass through named best place to live

This small village is South West Wales is often overlooked for other Pembrokeshire gems, but its proximity to the Preseli Mountains and its vibrant community spirit have helped put it on the map

Politics

1 week ago Liam Delap has already told Manchester United what they want to hear amid transfer specualtion

Manchester United continue to be linked with Ipswich Town star Liam Delap

Sport

1 week ago Celebrity Big Brother first evicted housemate 'revealed' after 'uncomfortable' moment

Celebrity Big Brother fans are already predicting who could be first leaving the famous house with one name standing out after an "uncomfortable" moment live on air

Politics

1 week ago The Greater Manchester town being 'flooded' where locals 'have had enough'

Locals have taken a stand

Events

1 week ago 'They came to our town thinking it'd be an easy target, but seriously underestimated us'

The two men thought they'd be able to make a fortune

Events

1 week ago The charming Scottish town just outside Edinburgh named 'best place to live'

From cosy pubs to plenty of shops, it has everything you could want.

Politics

1 week ago Tiny but 'timeless' commuter village 50 minutes from Manchester named one of UK's best places to live

The area boasts beautiful canal-side homes, lush countryside and a bustling community spirit

Politics