Bury Council has introduced traffic management measures on the A56 in Ramsbottom, near Park Farm, as emergency works are carried out in response to an ongoing landslip affecting the road.
The landslip has caused a dangerous dip in the road surface, prompting the installation of temporary traffic signals to protect road users while remedial works take place. These signals will remain in place un
The Mayor of Bury has launched a writing competition for Bury children to say why they love living here.
Bury Council, working alongside Proffitts – Investing in Communities CIC, have launched a public consultation to gather community feedback about proposals to upgrade two key gateway sites in Ramsbottom.
Thousands of young people in Bury seized the chance to play their part in the democratic process.
Bury Council has agreed investment of £4.5 million on improving its two leisure centres in Ramsbottom and Bury.
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
Bury Council have used new powers to close Express Mini Market in the town centre after numerous breaches of the law,
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.
Over 50 and thinking of starting your own business? Sign up for expert free advice at Bury Library on Thursday 5 March.
Dora the tobacco dog helped council officers sniff out dodgy goods worth £25,000 in a day of action with Greater Manchester Police.
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
Council leaders are preparing to set next year’s budget against a backdrop of ever-increasing demand for services and rising costs.
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.
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.
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.
Three Bury residents have been awarded Freedom of the Borough in recognition of their long public service.
Prestwich Library is preparing to temporarily relocate from the Longfield Centre to the Phoenix Centre at St Mary’s Park as the next phase of the ambitious Prestwich Village regeneration programme moves forward.
Bury Council’s latest Public Health Annual Report explains how places like shops, fast‑food outlets, pubs, betting shops and vape shops can affect people’s health. While many businesses contribute positively to the local economy and help our communities, others can make it harder for people to stay healthy, especially in areas where there is more poverty.
A further seven people have been fined for dumping their waste on the streets of the borough.
An incredible 86% of adult learners in Bury go on to gain work or move into further education.
