A man has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon in a public place after reports of a someone wielding a machete on yesterday.
Gareth Weston, 33, of Lines Road in Droylsden, was arrested by armed police after a manhunt in Medlock Vale on Sunday evening.
He will appear before Tameside Magistrates’ Court on Thursday June 19, although a spokesperson for GMP couldn’t confirm whether Weston had been bailed or remanded.
Tameside and Morecambe boxers unite after death of young champion
Two boxing clubs from Morecambe and Tameside have joined together to fundraise after a young boxer was killed on Easter Sunday.
Willow Wood Flower Festival announces bloomin' magical weekend
Wizards and muggles alike in Ashton can look forward to a magical experience this May as the Willow Wood Flower Festival announces its new Harry Potter theme.
Bin charges round up
Stockport and Trafford councils brought the charges in this spring, meaning residents who want their garden waste collected need to fork out extra.
Step into wonderland at the Purple Heart Wishes charity ball
The Wonderland themed evening takes place on Saturday 26th April.
