Armed police swooped on Medlock Vale in Droylsden after reports of a man with a machete yesterday (Sunday April 6).
They arrested a man in the evening on suspicion of affray and possession of an offensive weapon.
He remains in custody for questioning.
A brief statement from GMP said there is “no current threat to the public”.
Residents’ priorities to be delivered as first Ashton Pride in Place projects agreed
An evening security team to tackle anti-social behaviour and improvements to parks are among the first projects to be approved as part of Ashton’s £3m Pride in Place programme.
Review: We Belong! Drama Dept. Kids bring the stage to life
Musical showcases are always an enjoyable spectacle. Bringing beloved musicals to one stage is also never an easy task – Enter the Drama dept. with their seniors bringing ‘We Belong’ – a musical showcase masterclass.
Stunning dress inspired by creative students’ history project
A fantastic dress created with local students as part of a Black History Month project is soon to be on display at Portland Basin Museum.
M60 closed for the next two weekends
Drivers face overnight M60 closures for the next two weekends as major roadworks continue near Audenshaw.
