Hazel Grove: Last News

direct to your inboxA 28-year-old man who died after a car smashed into a tree was driving at speeds of up to 90 miles per hour and was not wearing his seat belt during the crash, an inquest heard. Nicholas Sharples, known as Nick, died after a white Audi A1 he had been driving collided with a tree on Bramhall Moor Lane at the junction with Dean Moor Road in Hazel Grove, Stockport.

John Wilkinson, 61, a keen walker, vanished five days ago.He was last seen on Mill Lane, Hazel Grove, at about 11am on Friday October 30th. John enjoys the outdoors and rambling and is believed to have a tent with him.

hereCampaign group Protect Mirrlees Fields has already gathered more than 3,000 signatures against the proposal via an online petition.Members say they believe the loss of ‘the big field’ would be a huge blow to the communities of Hazel Grove, Woodsmoor and Stepping Hill and Great Moor.Founding member Ruth Hewitt says the 'serene' environment is vital for people's wellbeing, as well as being a haven for all types of wildlife.“Our goal is to ensure this vital green space is protected, not just for local residents but for generations to come,” she said.“As well as playing an important part in people’s lives, the land is also home to a huge amount of wildlife, including bats, badges, buzzards and wildflowers."It’s important we do all we can to

Police have evacuated a street after a 'suspicious item' was found at an address in Stockport, Greater Manchester.

A man has died after an Audi he was driving smashed into a tree before catching fire in Stockport.