Leigh

A cherished family-run hardware shop in Leigh, Browns of Leigh D.I.Y., is closing after 65 years in business. The owners announced the closure last month, stating they can no longer absorb increasing business rates, national insurance rises, and energy hikes.

Bestselling author Christopher Lloyd and award-winning illustrator Sheena Dempsey will visit Leigh Library on March 4 for a free World Book Day event to encourage children to discover the joy of reading.

Greater Manchester Police has enacted a 48-hour dispersal order in Leigh, effective from March 7, following incidents of anti-social behavior and disorder. The order aims to prevent further offenses and ensure public safety.