Investing in our health and leisure
Bury Council has agreed investment of £4.5 million on improving its two leisure centres in Ramsbottom and Bury.
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Council approves consultation on draft plans for future new communities
Outline plans for around 6,000 new homes and new schools, alongside major transport improvements including new roads, a Metrolink stop, enhanced public transport and new walking and cycle routes, have been approved for consultation by Bury Council Cabinet members.
Councillors met to consider draft Development Frameworks for Elton Reservoir, Walshaw and Simister/Bowlee. These plans, which s -
Mini-market ordered to close after multiple law-breaking
Bury Council have used new powers to close Express Mini Market in the town centre after numerous breaches of the law,
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Essential repairs to the window lintels at Ramsbottom Pool & Fitness Centre
Essential repairs to the window lintels mean the pool at Ramsbottom Pool and Fitness Centre will be temporarily closed for up to four weeks, starting on 23 February.
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It's never too late to start your own business!
Over 50 and thinking of starting your own business? Sign up for expert free advice at Bury Library on Thursday 5 March.
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Dora sniffs it out!
Dora the tobacco dog helped council officers sniff out dodgy goods worth £25,000 in a day of action with Greater Manchester Police.
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Midlands events proposed as operator for new ‘Casewells’ venue at Bury Market
A decision on appointing Midlands Events Bury Ltd (MEB) as the operator of the new food, drink and events hall under construction at Bury Market, will be taken by councillors at Bury Council’s Cabinet meeting on 11 February. If approved, MEB will manage the venue ahead of its completion in summer 2026 and planned opening during the autumn.
Casewells will include 12 food and retail units, a cent -
Protecting people and services – and building a sustainable future
Council leaders are preparing to set next year’s budget against a backdrop of ever-increasing demand for services and rising costs.
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Council to consider draft plans for future new communities
Outline plans for around 6,000 new homes, alongside major transport improvements including three new roads, a Metrolink stop, enhanced public transport and new walking and cycle routes, will be presented to Bury Council’s Cabinet on 11 February 2026.
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Bury schools unite to take a stand against hate
As Greater Manchester Hate Crime Awareness Week (2–8 February) begins, Bury schools are helping to lead the way by taking a stand against hate crime.
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Parents Praise Peel Brow’s New Specialist Support Unit as Children Thrive
Peel Brow Primary School in Ramsbottom has recently transformed its support for children with special educational needs with a new SEND Unit, The Hive, which is proving to be a great success.
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Three of the best receive Bury’s highest honour
Three Bury residents have been awarded Freedom of the Borough in recognition of their long public service.
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