More major roadworks this month – for the full list see the GM Roadworks site here The major roadworks in August are: – Heywood Road just north of Bury Old Road – 2 way signals between Bury Old Road and No.214 AND between Parrenthorn Road and Corday Lane from 30 July to 9 September) (This is […]

Each year Six Town Housing host summer roadshows across the borough of Bury for tenants and the community. This year, our roadshows are being themed around digital inclusion, youth participation and women in construction. We’re having 5 roadshows on the following dates / locations: Tuesday 24th July – Hoyles Park, Bury Tuesday 31st July – […]

Health experts will provide free information about tinnitus and hearing loss at a free session on Monday 6 August. It will be held atthe Green Room, Textile Hall (next to Bury Library), and anyone is free to drop in between 2.30pm and 3.30pm. For further information call the Inclusion Officer on 0161 253 7512.

A formal outline planning application has now been received by the council for up to 400 homes on the former East Lancashire Paper Mill site in Radcliffe. The application envisages family housing involving a mix of detached, semi-detached and terraced properties together with some apartments To view the planning application and its supporting documents, click […]

The Bury 2018 Sports Awards are on their way – and residents are invited to submit their nominations by 31 July. The awards will honour volunteers, coaches, clubs, schools and athletes and are organised by Bury Sport and Physical Activity Service. The deadline for nominations is 31 July 2018.   The categories are: Changing Lifestyle Recognition Award […]

More major roadworks this month – for the full list see the GM Roadworks site here The major roadworks in July are: – Heywood Road – continuing British Gas (Cadent) works in various places right through to next year also 2 ways signals just south of Heys Road (Virgin Media) 30 July – 1 August. […]

Bury Council and the GC Business Growth Hub have launched the Start Smart Programme, providing support to Bury residents through workshops, events and one-to-one specialist advice. This help is fully funded, and support is tailored to individuals. Examples of support include: * analysing a business idea; * advice about personal circumstances, legalities, finance, recruitment and […]

This weekend (23-24 June 2018) is Prestwich Carnival. There are some activities in St Mary’s Park on Saturday, but the main parade and carnival takes place on Sunday 24 June. The great team of volunteers that put on the Carnival say: “For the people of Prestwich and surrounding areas, Prestwich Carnival has been a key […]

Last weekend was the Parklife Weekend in Heaton Park. We’re keen to hear from residents on any issues or comments, good or bad, that can help shape the event in the future. As your councillors we will be involved in the event debrief and this is a good time get any changes made for next […]

Anyone who lives or travels anywhere near Heaton Park will no doubt be aware that the Parklife Festival is this weekend (Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 June 2018). The live event is 11am-11pm both days. Please note: – Road closures – e.g. Sheepfoot Lane plus other no waiting restrictions. Whittaker Lane is open but not […]