Category: Greater Manchester

Bury’s £12.9m highways programme covers resurfacing, footways, structures and road safety, with some delivery planned into 2027/28.

Historic England has highlighted a 1935 Grade II house in Broughton Park, Salford. Its curved glazing, connected rooms and surviving interiors explain its architectural interest.

The University of Salford reported Very High Engagement for Working with Business on 7 October 2026. Its KEF6 results also showed improvement in Local Growth and Regeneration, alongside documented engineering and building-technology partnerships.

Northern Roots’ first phase opened in September 2026. Visitors can explore a working farm, café, play area and woodland beside Alexandra Park in Oldham, with different opening arrangements for buildings and the wider landscape.

Bolton Council says construction has begun on Great Moor Street. Its published programme sets out the next stages, planned junction changes and a separate Phase Two design process.

A 19 October 2026 NHS profile highlights Sarah Ashworth’s move from nursing into Bolton’s inventory programme. The feature explains the documented pilot, scanning technology and national context.

The 144-bedroom Hampton by Hilton at Fettlers has topped out. Published updates explain its planned facilities, ownership, opening forecast and place in Wigan’s wider redevelopment.

Construction of 208 homes at The Anchor Residency adds another housing offer to Trafford Waters, alongside completed Rent to Buy apartments and longer-term neighbourhood plans.

Eleven new interpretations connect local performers with Rochdale’s recording heritage. The project brings together historic studios, contemporary artists and an archive stretching beyond the album.

The University of Manchester has announced its selection as the second UK ELIAS node, with three research themes and plans for European collaboration and doctoral training.