Heywood15 hrs agoDriver arrested after boy hit by carThe boy, understood to be aged about five, was taken to hospital with a broken leg. 15 hrs ago3 days agoMan 'paid for terrible decision with his life', inquest toldWill Place died when he crashed his car after drinking while watching a football match, an inquest finds.3 days ago14 Sept 2026Man crashed into pub after police chase, inquest hearsWill Place had been celebrating England's Euro 2024 win in Rochdale hours before the fatal crash.14 Sept 20267 Sept 2026'Dream come true' as woman becomes steam train driverSteph Elwood hopes her success will inspire other women 'that the railway really is a place for them'.7 Sept 202613 May 2026Hundreds of bus drivers balloted over strike actionUnite says Go North West pays its drivers less than other Bee Network operators in Greater Manchester.13 May 20261 Mar 2026Town's theatre reopens for first time since 2020Heywood Civic has undergone a £6.3m redevelopment to attract bigger acts to the stage, organisers say.1 Mar 202624 Feb 2026Fears for 1940s day future over lack of volunteersHeywood 1940s Day attracts thousands of visitors but is running out of volunteers, organisers say. 24 Feb 202610 Feb 2026M62 delays of up to two hours after lorry fireOne lane will remain closed for overnight resurfacing work on the carriageway.10 Feb 202628 Jan 2026Manchester Film Festival 2026: All you need to knowFrom A-listers to the best home-grown filmaking talent - the lowdown on the Manchester Film Festival.28 Jan 2026...
