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Family pay tribute to 'bubbly and caring' mum found dead near river in Bury
The family of a "bubbly and caring" mum who was found dead on a banking near the River Roch in Bury have paid tribute to her. Police and other emergency services were called to reports of the concern for the welfare of a woman near the river on
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'Do not eat' warning issued over chocolate bar after reports of illnesses
Shoppers have been warned not to eat a chocolate bar following reports of illnesses in those who have. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) said it was “strongly advising” people against eating a chocolate bar called Cali-Gold. The bar has been
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New cabaret bar promising ‘city centre’ entertainment set for celebrity launch
A new cabaret live entertainment bar promising a "city centre" experience in Prestwich is set for a celebrity packed launch this weekend. Icons will open on Friday, December 1 in the former Riley’s snooker club building, opposite Marks and Spencer
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Bury dental practices accepting new patients a year after 'DIY dentistry' warning
Dentists in Bury are once again accepting patients after practitioners warned of a rise in “DIY dentistry”. Surgeries have once again begun taking on NHS adult patients more than a year after many practices stopped taking on appointments on the
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'A dream come true!': Bury charity awarded King’s Award for Voluntary Service
A support group in Bury has been awarded the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. Supporting Sisters is a support and advice group that was set up by Samia Farid, 41, to build community cohesion and support women. The charity delivers a platform
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Reptiles receive health check as popular Bury event returns
The organiser of a popular reptile weigh-in event has hailed the event a success despite the closure of its usual venue. The regular tortoise weigh-in event, which invites owners of turtles, terrapins and tortoises, to bring their animals for a
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Micro-brewery to reopen after liquidation problem resolved and refurbishment
A micro-brewery in Ramsbottom will be serving customers at its bar again on Friday after closing due to its previous tenant going into liquidation. Irwell Works Brewery on Irwell Street temporarily closed last month and Michael Royce, of M.R. Insolvency
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Bury Hospice Christmas fair 'promises to be one of its biggest yet'
Bury Hospice's Christmas fair this year "promises to be one of its biggest yet". Games, stalls, crafts and much more will be available at the fair, which takes place on Sunday, December 3 from 1pm to 4 pm at the Rochdale Old Road hospice. Generous
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Music students set to perform in lunchtime concert at Bury Parish Church
Some of the country's brightest music students will be performing at Bury Parish Church on Friday. Students from Chetham's School of Music will play a cross section of repertoire in a lunchtime concert at 12.30pm. Instruments including the