Local election results 2026 LIVE as Labour keep control of Rochdale despite losing seats to Reform – updates
A quick look at some national results now. Over in Scotland, where the Scottish Parliament is being elected,…
Police officer not guilty of causing woman’s death two days before Christmas during high-speed chase
Heather Smedley died in December 2022 14:37, 07 May 2026Updated 14:43, 07 May 2026 Heather Smedley(Image: GMP) A…
The extremist and offensive posts linked to Greater Manchester Reform candidates and agents
With two by-election victories in as many weeks in Salford and Bury, Reform UK are expected to make…
Bomb disposal robot seen on residential Greenfield street amid major evacuation
A 100m exclusion zone was put in place in Oldham on Sunday 19:07, 26 Apr 2026Updated 19:08, 26…
Preston Davey trial hears baby was ‘gorgeous, alert and happy’ before living with adoptive dads
Preston’s medical records were shown to the jury at Preston Crown Court 18:54, 21 Apr 2026Updated 19:03, 21…
‘These two strangers helped me and my children – I want to pay them back’
Oldham dad Mohammed Zafeer and his kids were injured in a crash that claimed the life of another…
Bare-chested suspect led away as police raid 30 homes and make 40 arrests in sudden crackdown
Thirty properties were raided as cocaine, cannabis and ketamine drug dealing rings were shut down across Greater Manchester…
Man tried to murder mum and girl, 13, after setting them on fire in horrific revenge attack
An Oldham man is one of ten convicted of the Stoke-on-Trent attack Shakil Uddin, 23, of Oldham, was…
“I just see his face all the time now”: Terrifying moment burglar wakes couple up and demands they drink black liquid
“I felt this hand on my shoulder, thinking it was Roland waking me up” 06:48, 18 Feb 2026Updated…
Crime scenes in place in Oldham after reports of ‘shooting’
An investigation has been launched 23:14, 15 Feb 2026Updated 23:15, 15 Feb 2026 Police at the scene on…
Blood seen ‘all over floor’ of takeaway amid Oldham attacks
There’s a large police presence in the town tonight after the spate of violence 22:40, 12 Feb 2026Updated…
Police tape off road after two children hit by car near school
One child was rushed to hospital from the scene Rochdale Road was taped off by police(Image: Chris Clough)…