Bury to hold vigil tonight to mark Manchester Arena attack
Residents are invited to a vigil at 6pm in Bury town centre tonight (Wed 24 May) to mark Monday’s attack at Manchester Arena.
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Message from Bury Council leader Rishi Shori following last night's attack at Manchester Arena
Councillor Rishi Shori, leader of Bury Council, said: “On behalf of the people of Bury, I offer my deepest sympathies to all the families and friends of those who died in last night’s tragedy at Manchester Arena, and we pray that all those who were injured can make a speedy recovery.
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Made in Bury – those who make a difference
Bury’s “unsung heroes” have been rewarded with Made in Bury awards for their outstanding contribution to the community.
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North Manor councillor Dorothy Gunther is new Mayor of Bury
North Manor councillor Dorothy Gunther has been sworn in as the new Mayor of Bury for the municipal year 2017/18.
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Golfers back Mayor of Bury’s charity tournament
Kind-hearted golfers made it an above-par day for local charities chosen by the Mayor of Bury, Councillor Mike Connolly.
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Just four days left to register to vote in the General Election
With four days until the deadline to register to vote in the General Election, Bury Council is urging residents to make sure they are registered in time.
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Not sure? Shut the door!
Trading standards officers have been giving advice to residents about rogue traders and aggressive doorstep sellers.
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Candidates declared for Radcliffe East by-election
Four candidates will contest the Bury Council by-election in Radcliffe East ward which takes place on Thursday 8 June.
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General Election candidates in Bury confirmed
The General Election candidates for the Bury North and Bury South seats have been confirmed.
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Man prosecuted for fly-tipping
A 66-year-old man from Radcliffe has been prosecuted for fly-tipping on land behind his house in Church Street West.
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Elmer Day at Bury libraries - Saturday 27 May
Elmer Day was so much fun last year that we have decided to celebrate it again this year!
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Fancy being part of a murder mystery?
Five volunteers are needed to become part of a “Shetland Murder Mystery” held at a local library in June.
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Free legal clinics for people with dementia
Free legal advice for people with dementia and their carers is being offered in local libraries during Dementia Awareness Week (14-20 May).
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Labour retain Besses ward in by-election
Andrea Simpson retained Besses ward for Labour in last night’s (Thursday 4 May) Bury Council by-election which was held following the resignation of councillor Alan Matthews.
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2017: Supporting Better Mental Health in Bury
Bury Council is supporting Mental Health Awareness Week 2017, a national mental health campaign run by the Mental Health Foundation. With 27,000 residents experiencing a mental health condition, the council wants to shine the spotlight on mental health issues and raise awareness of local services. Free and fun activities have been organised that residents can get involved with.
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Polling day arrangements for GM Mayor elections
Almost two million electors will have the chance to elect the first ever Mayor of Greater Manchester as voters across the region go to the polls on Thursday 4 May.
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Who has stolen our trees?
Bury Council is appealing to residents to keep an eye out for three ornamental trees that were stolen from outside the town hall.
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Slow down – it’s Global Road Safety Week
Drivers are being urged to slow down and take care during Global Road Safety Week, which runs from 8 to 14 May.
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Meet author of “The Death’s Head Chess Club” at Ramsbottom Library
Author John Donoghue will be talking about his moving book “The Death’s Head Chess Club” at Ramsbottom Library on Monday 15 May.
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Help for those with hearing loss
Professionals will be holding an information day for people with hearing loss at Radcliffe Asda on Friday 19 May.
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