The latest news from Wednesday, September 16th, 2026

Philip Wilson-Marks, Green Party Campaigner for Stalybridge North, is calling on Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) to consider rerouting the new 388 bus service through Tameside General Hospital.

This year, Discovery Academy Hyde, part of Victorious Academies Trust, is celebrating its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of achievement, growth and community impact.

Pet owners are being urged to take a closer look at changes in their cats’ and dogs’ behaviour and mobility, after a local vets warned that signs often dismissed as part of ageing could be symptoms of arthritis.

People are encouraged to get their ball gowns and black ties ready for a celebratory occasion filled to the brim with festivities and class.

NorthCare Charity has launched a £250,000 appeal to transform the Sunshine Room at Royal Oldham Hospital . . . creating a comforting sanctuary for children with complex and life-limiting conditions, neurodiverse patients and families facing end-of-life care.

Members of High Peak Against Racism have welcomed new Government measures targeting Israeli settlement activity in the occupied West Bank, but are calling for further action. 

Two former Derbyshire Constabulary call handlers have been jailed after abusing their positions within the force.

Passengers with mobility scooters are now able to travel on all of the different types of trains in Northern’s fleet with a free permit.