Rochdale eyes new era as ‘centre of manufacturing excellence’ following £23.6m Towns Fund boost

Maura Higgins has been proudly showing off her new teeth after getting braces.

direct to your inboxPlans to build 84 new homes at the former Sale Magistrates Court site have been approved.The decision was made by Trafford council’s planning committee to grant full permission for the proposals, which will see 38 apartments in two blocks, one three storeys high, one four storeys, 40 townhouses and six semi-detached houses built.The scheme is a joint venture between Trafford council and Seddon developers.There will be a total of 21 ‘affordable’ homes, made up of 13 flats for affordable rent, and eight houses for shared ownership; representing 25pc affordable housing on site.There will also be a pocket park in the centre of the site and new trees will be planted along Ashton Lane and Cross Street.To make way for the new

direct to your inboxA man was found dead at a house in Ashton-under-Lyne.Police were called to a property on Taunton Road at around 1.10pm on Monday (March 15).A man in his 30s was found deceased at the scene.Police forensics were seen examining the inside of a terraced house on Taunton Road.Suspicious circumstances have been been ruled out following a police investigation. A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: "Officers were called at around 1.10pm yesterday (15 March 2021) to a report of a sudden death on Taunton Road in Ashton-under-Lyne.

Tristan Thompson appears to be continuing to rebuild his relationship with Khloé Kardashian following their split in 2018. Hours before the birth of the couple’s daughter in May that year, videos surfaced on TMZ and the Daily Mail of the athlete getting cosy with several other women, ultimately resulting in the demise of the pair’s relationship.

Not long after his 2018 remarks on Meghan Markle went viral for appearing to predict troubles she would face with the royal family, John Oliver weighed in on her and Prince Harry's blockbuster CBS interviewwith Oprah Winfrey detailing some of the hurdles they have faced early in their marriage. Calling the CBS interview "amazing," the Last Week Tonight host added during an appearance on The Tonight Show on Monday, "I didn't find any of it surprising.

G.W. "Skip" Mercier, a Tony-nominated set and costume designer, died Thursday of pancreatic cancer at his home in Rowayton, Connecticut, a publicist announced.

Ayrshire.The animal was found last night at around 4.20pm in the Laigh of Milton area of Kilmarnock.Cops say they've contacted the owner of the dog and that enquiries into the incident are ongoing.A Police Scotland spokesman said: "Around 4.20pm on Monday, 15 March, officers were called to the Laigh of Milton area in Kilmarnock, following the discovery of a dead dog."The owner has been contacted and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances." For the latest news and breaking news visit our website. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Plans for new homes and shops in an area of Shotts have been submitted to the council’s planning department.A total of 97 houses and four shops have been submitted to North Lanarkshire Council in Torbothie.The man behind the plans is former Fortissat councillor- turned-planner Tommy Cochrane.He said: “We would like to see a general store because there aren’t a lot of shops there.“If you are wanting a pint of milk or a loaf of bread it’s a 1½ mile round trip.“There has been some interest in the stores which is pleasing because it’s all about getting investment into Shotts.”In its planning statement TmC Planning state: “This application has taken the

It's unclear what caused Kotto's death.He was born in New York City in 1939 and, by age 16, was studying at Actors Mobile Theater Studio. He made his stage debut at age 19 in .Kotto's first big film role came in 1972 as Lieutenant Pope in «Across 110th Street.» One year later, Kotto became the first Black Bond villain.«You played a villain on some of your movies but for me you're a real hero and to a lot of people also.

The producers of The Bachelor have been saying all the right things over the past few months as the show’s racism controversy continues to rage on across social media.

Greg Wetherall Guest ContributorSometimes you have to cut loose from the shackles of self-perception to really be free. Nearly two decades into their recorded career, Kings of Leon are a band now willing to let go of commercial concerns.

Jamie Dornan's father has died following a battle with the coronavirus. Jim Dornan, a highly recognized obstetrician and gynecologist in Ireland, died on Monday, March 15 in the United Arab Emirates.

in Bolton. It is alleged the 27-year-old 'repeatedly attended his ex-girlfriends address', 'forced entry' and 'had a confrontation with her and her new partner'.Police arrested the man last night.Officers also located another man who was wanted for alleged domestic violence offences.A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault following an allegation he strangled and kicked his pregnant girlfriend.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.North Lanarkshire SNP Group have elected Jordan Linden as their new leader.The changes made by the party came in the wake of the group’s AGM last week, with the new leader succeeding Tom Johnston who stepped down for personal reasons.Councillor Linden said: “With the decision of Tom Johnston not to seek re-election, I was privileged to take up the mantle and I thank him for the opportunity to work with him over the last two years.“Tom and I, along with our entire group, are utterly committed to delivering for our local communities and championing their voices.“North Lanarkshire needs change and as the real opposition we will work every day to offer

JACQUELINE Jossa and Dan Osborne are already transforming their new £1.2 million house into their dream home. The couple got the keys to their new pad on Friday and are keen to get the ball rolling with their renovations.

Mark Schilling Japan CorrespondentThe pandemic has led to changes in production that could well be permanent, but its effect on content going forward is less clear. That’s one takeaway from a panel on pandemic-era production co-hosted by FilMart and the Producers Guild of America.One major change, mentioned by more than panelist, is the shift to working from home, which Bob Underwood of Writers Guild of America’s Foreign Employment Task Force described as creating more flexibility and allowing “people to work effectively minus interference.”One downside of remote work, however, is what Underwood described as the absence personal bonding – or the “have a beer?” side — of pre-pandemic life.

Prince Philip has officially been discharged from the hospital after a nearly month long stay, and there are photos and a new statement from the Palace.

Serena Williams, Amanda Gorman and several high profile celebrities have voiced their support for Meghan Markle following her interview with Oprah Winfrey. During the highly-anticipated, all-access Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special interview with Markle and Prince Harry, which aired in the US on Sunday March 7, the Duchess of Sussex opened up about race, her mental health and the couple's decision to step down as senior members of the royal family.

Lidl is offering customers up to £2.50 back on their shopping for their empty cans and bottles with their new deposit return scheme .In an effort to encourage more Scots to recycle, the popular supermarket has launched its first money-back recycling points in Hamilton, Edinburgh Granton, Glasgow Yoker, and Dundee city centre.Undamaged plastic bottles, glass bottles and aluminium cans are worth 10p each, with a voucher up to £2.50 redeemable to spend in the store. Any empty bottles and cans originally purchased in Lidl, can be returned to dedicated recycling points at these stores where shoppers will be rewarded with a redeemable voucher.Shoppers can earn cash vouchers for recycling:Soda bottles and cansWater bottlesWine bottlesBeer

John Oliver never expects much good out of the Royal Family.

Jane Fonda is continuing to do her bit amid the climate change crisis.