Taylor Wimpey Manchester has donated 321 winter essentials to Lifeshare charity for the homeless. The homebuilder's national Wrap Up Warm campaign has provided over 14,000 items. Learn more about this vital community support.
The UK faces a severe cold snap with temperatures plunging to -2C and heavy snow forecast for Devon, Cornwall, and South Wales from December 27. Get the latest weather maps and expert warnings.
Maps from WX Charts and Ventusky show heavy snow is forecast to hit all four Home Nations on Christmas Day 2025. Find out which counties are at risk.
The UK is set for a severe cold snap with temperatures plunging to -3C and heavy snow forecast for 12 counties. Discover the full list of affected areas and the exact dates for the wintry onslaught.
Fresh weather maps warn a 'snow bomb' could hit the UK, bringing up to six inches of snow by December 31st. Scotland, the Midlands and the North are most at risk. Read the latest forecast.
The body of Jana Bahvalova, 29, was recovered from Bridgewater Canal in Altrincham. The devoted mother had failed to collect her two daughters, prompting a missing person search.
Over 14,000 spring bulbs planted by volunteers in Stockport to re-wild the town centre. The project boosts biodiversity and community wellbeing. Find out how to get involved.
Fresh weather maps show a 'snow bomb' is set to hit eight counties across northern England on December 21. Find out the latest forecast and travel warnings.
Weather maps predict snowfall as far south as Birmingham and Swansea this weekend, with the Met Office warning of 'rather wintry' conditions. Get the latest forecast details.
Virgin Media O2 has moved 1,100 staff to a new 'marquee' Manchester HQ. The telecoms giant says the city centre location boosts recruitment and hybrid working is here to stay. Read more.
Churches across Rochdale, including St Luke's, St Mary's, and St Chad's, have released their schedules for Advent and Christmas services, community groups, and fundraising events. Find service times, study groups, and festive activities.
Maps reveal which parts of the UK will see up to four inches of snow from Friday evening. Scotland faces the worst of the wintry blast. Full forecast details inside.
Parts of the UK are braced for heavy snowfall from Thursday night into Saturday. Central Scotland, Wales and Northumberland are set to be worst hit. Get the latest forecast details.
A major snowstorm lasting 30 hours is forecast for mid-December, hitting six counties across northern England and Scotland. Get the latest maps and travel warnings.
The UK braces for 21 hours of continuous snow from December 15, hitting England, Scotland, Wales & NI. Get the latest forecast and travel warnings.
A former detective who stole cocaine from police stores has been ordered to repay £75,420. Andrew Talbot was jailed for 19 years in 2024. Read the full story of his downfall.
The Met Office has issued snow maps showing flurries spreading across the UK on December 5, with nine counties in England at risk. Find out the latest forecast and timing details.
The UK braces for a major snow event on December 12, with up to 20cm forecast for Scotland and flurries reaching Cornwall. Get the full list of affected areas and timings here.
A 330-mile-wide snow front is set to hammer parts of the UK from 3pm on December 5, with Wales and Scotland worst-hit. Get the latest forecast and travel warnings here.
A three-day 'snow bomb' is forecast for the UK from December 5-7, with Northumberland, Durham, North & West Yorkshire in the firing line. Heaviest flurries expected early Saturday.
Celebrate Rochdale's vibrant arts scene by nominating local heroes for the Rochdale Culture Awards 2026. Submit your entries before December 19 deadline.
Gary Neville's Relentless development firm will transform the historic Kendals department store into offices and retail, securing the future of this Manchester landmark with £44m funding.
Discover Winter Wood Grotto in Rochdale - an immersive storytelling experience combining theatre, music and dance for all ages. Book tickets now for magical winter wonder!
Andy Burnham's £1bn Good Growth Fund is set to unlock prime office space in Manchester, addressing a critical shortage and boosting the local economy from 2028. Discover the impact.
Join Rochdale's first poet laureate Sammy Weaver for a creative poetry workshop exploring belonging. Beginners welcome. Submit poems for Rochdale's Year of Culture anthology.
Developer Manner commits to rebuilding Manchester's historic Hotspur Press as a student tower, preserving its heritage after the devastating 2024 fire. Learn about the new proposals.
Manchester Business Park near the airport has been acquired by Manchester Holdings Limited in a deal exceeding £19.5 million. The 195,000 sq ft estate is 94% let to major tenants including PZ Cussons and Emirates.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham unveils a pioneering £1bn investment fund using city centre profits to finance over 30 projects across all boroughs, tackling regional inequality.
The Met Office issues an 18-hour amber snow warning for North East England with up to 25cm forecast, causing potential travel disruption and power cuts. Stay informed.
Snow is set to hit at least five parts of England as temperatures plummet. Get the latest forecast details and see which areas will be affected by the wintry blast.