The latest news from Friday, August 28th, 2026
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25-year-old with terminal cancer says "This is my purpose".
When Jack Rawding-Revell began suffering from double vision, severe headaches and overwhelming fatigue earlier this year, he had no idea how dramatically his life was about to change.
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Let the autumn be the time when women rise again
Upturn Enterprise is encouraging women in business to embrace autumn as a season of growth, wellbeing and renewed confidence through a special CROWN networking event.
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Greater Manchester Police welcomes Pride 2026
Thousands of people are set to flock to the city centre this weekend for the return of Manchester Pride.
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Reform councillor speaks out on controversial Ukraine post
A Reform UK Derbyshire county councillor has insisted his support for Ukraine is “absolute, unequivocal and unwavering” following questions raised about a controversial post.
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Four arrested after grenade report leads to evacuation
Four men have been arrested after around 20 homes were evacuated following reports that a grenade may have been present at an address in Glossop.
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The Spindles celebrates five major retail investments as town centre momentum continues
Oldham's town centre is celebrating a significant boost to retail with two new store openings and three substantial refurbishments.
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FCHO gives four young people a springboard into their future careers
Four young people have joined First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) to learn about how it operates after they secured places on the housing association’s summer intern programme.
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Pensioner fighting for life in hospital following collision in Stalybridge
A 70-year-old man is fighting for his life in hospital following a collision in Stalybridge yesterday (Thurs) afternoon.
