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Walkers confirms whether discontinued crisps will return after calls from fans
Walkers has confirmed it has "no current plans" to bring back one of its discontinued crisp ranges despite calls from fans for its return. Walkers are responsible for a range of products including Wotsits, Quavers, Monster Munch, Squares and Bugles
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Five youths arrested after series of robberies and assaults
Five youths have been arrested in connection with a series of street robberies and assaults. The attacks took place in the Tottington area on Friday, June 7 and "thanks to information shared by the public and a thorough police investigation", five
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How much can a landlord increase rent? These are the rules you need to know
If you have recently found your rent being increased by your landlord, you are certainly not alone. Having your rent go up is never ideal, but now more than ever, it’s the last thing any tenant wants as they try to juggle the cost of bills, food
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Drunk Bury man hurled racist abuse at a police officer
A man from Bury, who was arrested for being drunk and disorderly in Whitworth, racially abused a police officer. Callum Monaghan, of Hornbury Drive, Bury, was arrested for drunk and disorderly behaviour on Market Street, on October 27 last year
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Bury Agricultural Show brings thousands of visitors to Burrs Country Park again
A popular event, which celebrates the best of agriculture and rural life, returned to Bury at the weekend, attracting thousands of people. Bury Agricultural Show welcomed around 3,500 people at Burrs Country Park on Sunday, with the family-friendly
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Rare 1p coin expected to sell for £200,000 at auction
A rare 1p coin is expected to sell at auction for more than £200,000 as Brits have been warned to be aware of the value of their coins. Coin collecting is a hugely popular hobby, and if you are lucky enough to come into ownership of a sought-after
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What items are not allowed to be packed in hand luggage? Rules you should know
Are you packing for a holiday? You might be starting to organise your suitcase as you prepare for your next trip. When travelling abroad, you’ll need to be aware of the things you can and can’t take in your hand luggage and with the usual long
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Bury pub closes temporarily due to building maintenance
A popular railway pub in Bury has announced it will be closing its doors temporarily due to building maintenance. The Trackside pub at Bury Bolton Street Station is usually open seven days a week and was named Pub of the Year by the Rochdale, Oldham
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Family festival with host of entertainment including live bands returning to town
A family festival offering an array of entertainment is returning this weekend. Tottington's Big Day Out will be taking centre stage at Crompton Meadows on Beryl Avenue from 12pm to 6pm. Six bands, I Am Gallagher, Well Said, LA 82, The Sprats
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Bury glasses company makes The Sunday Times ‘Ones to Watch’ list
A Bury eyewear company has been named on The Sunday Times' "Ones to Watch" list. The long-running annual list identifies UK companies that are flourishing and have huge growth potential. Read more: Delight as Bury school honoured in teaching
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Indie band to perform in Bury as they celebrate launch of new album
An indie band will be performing in Bury next week as they celebrate the launch their new album. The Rifles will be playing at The Met theatre on Tuesday, July 9 following the release of their album Love Your Neighbour, which will be released on
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Luxury homes where residents park cars underneath their living room planned
Luxury townhouses where residents park cars underneath their living rooms are planned for the former site of a builders merchants. Plans have been submitted to the council to demolish Knowsley Mill, which later became a Travis Perkins, and build
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Bury business and broker honoured after creating AI-powered technology platform
A borough business and a specialist broker, which have teamed up to create a "transformative" AI-powered technology platform, have been honoured. Bury-based technology solutions provider Avoira and Principal Insurance's implementation of a pioneering