A concerned son from Bolton suspects his sister-in-law is exploiting his elderly parents financially after a large cash gift and a new luxury car appear. Legal experts warn about elder financial abuse.
A mother is facing imprisonment after admitting to falsely accusing ten different men of rape, described by a judge as a 'wicked pack of lies' that wasted taxpayer resources.
A coroner has described nitrous oxide misuse as 'chemical Russian roulette' after the death of 20-year-old Amy Louise Leonard, highlighting the severe risks of addiction and spinal damage.
A former Bolton Council employee, Richard Shaw, has been sentenced to four years and eight months in prison for stealing nearly £900,000 from vulnerable benefit claimants to fund luxury purchases.
Shelagh Stephenson's Olivier-winning play The Memory of Water receives a well-acted production at Bolton's Octagon Theatre, exploring three sisters' childhood neediness after their mother's death.
A man was filmed fleeing a three-car crash in Bolton wearing only a t-shirt and socks, with the video going viral on social media as police confirm an arrest.
The family of Aine Rose Hurst, 19, who died from a brain clot linked to her contraceptive pill, calls for greater awareness of risks and clearer labelling to prevent future tragedies.
A grieving mother pays tribute to her 19-year-old son, Mohammad Danyaal Asghar-Ali, one of four victims in a fatal head-on collision in Bolton earlier this month.
A couple survive a horrific high-speed crash in Bolton that claimed four lives. They describe their devastating injuries and long road to recovery. Read their emotional story.
Peter Kay's beloved sitcom Phoenix Nights debuted 25 years ago. We explore why this record-breaking, working-class comedy has vanished from streaming and its complex legacy.
A fatal collision in Bolton that killed four people involved a car allegedly modified to nearly double its brake horsepower. Police appeal for witnesses.
Footage shows a Seat Leon hitting 120mph on a residential road 24 hours before a head-on collision killed four people in Bolton. Police appeal for witnesses.
A taxi driver and three teenagers died in a head-on collision on Wigan Road, Bolton. The victim's family describes him as the 'kindest man'. Police investigation ongoing.
Greater Manchester Police uncover one of the UK's largest cannabis seizures, charging two men. Discover the details of the major drug bust here.
Three teenagers and a taxi driver died in a devastating head-on crash on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police are investigating and urging witnesses to come forward.
A devastating head-on crash in Bolton has claimed four lives, including three teenagers. Police name the victims as the community reels. Read the latest updates.
Four people, including three teenagers, have died in a crash between a car and a taxi on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police urge witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
Three teenagers and a man in his 50s killed in a devastating early-hours crash on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Four people have died and five are injured after a car and taxi crashed in Bolton. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses. Read the latest.
Four people have died and five are injured after a Seat Leon and a Citroen C4 Picasso collided on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police urge witnesses with dashcam footage to come forward.
Four people have died and five are injured after a collision between a Seat Leon and a Citroen C4 Picasso in Bolton. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Four people have died and five are in hospital after a serious collision between a red Seat Leon and a Citroen Picasso on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police appeal for witnesses.
Tributes paid to Bill Bradbury, a dedicated headteacher who transformed two special needs schools and was appointed a National Leader in Education. Read his remarkable story.
A man in his 20s was arrested after allegedly biting part of a patient's ear and assaulting others in a violent rampage at Bolton Hospital's A&E. Read the full witness account.
A nurse was left 'living in fear' after her ex-partner's stalking campaign, which included graffiti and a break-in. Read the full story of the court case and sentencing.
England's higher education regulator launches investigation into the University of Greater Manchester following serious allegations of financial misconduct and bribery. Police are also involved.
Comedian Peter Kay reveals he turned down Netflix's offer to stream Phoenix Nights due to their request for trigger warnings. Discover why he chose to keep the classic comedy 'not politically correct'.
Comedian Peter Kay announces new 2026 tour dates with profits going to 12 cancer charities, following recent surgery that forced show rescheduling. Tickets on sale Sunday.
Kieran Naylor, 40, raped a woman, stole her bank card, and tried to buy a tracksuit from JD Sports. He has been sentenced to 14 years in prison. Read the full story.