DEMOCRACY will be the loser under Government plans to abolish regional assemblies, say local councillors. They are unhappy that ministers want to hand key powers to unelected quangos such as Regional Development Agencies (RDAs). Powers to be transferred
SHAKERS striker Andy Bishop has signed a new two-year deal to stay at Gigg Lane to end months of speculation over his future. The former York City man, who became the first player for 14 years to score 20 goals in a season for Bury in his last campaign
A Bury charity is to receive £20,573 to continue helping people with learning disabilities build the skills and confidence they need to use public transport. Greater Manchester Passenger Transport Authority (GMPTA) has agreed to continue funding a "travel
THIS summer's wet weather did little to dampen the enthusiasm of local flower and vegetable growers. For Bury Horticultural Society and Walnut Allotments Association held one of their best shows ever. The annual event was staged at the town's Mosses
ONE of the world's oldest bands is making a daring bid to inject new life into its performances by holding a concert with a difference next month. In an eye-opening show at Radcliffe Civic Hall called At The Movies, Besses o' th' Barn Band will stray
RADCLIFFE Scouts have paid tribute to local people who helped to raise £6,000 for a trip of a lifetime. Six explorer Scouts have recently returned from the 21st World Scout Jamboree, where 40,000 youngsters from across the world travelled to Chelmsford
