Police hunting wanted man, 36, with links to Greater Manchester

We’re lucky in Greater Manchester that several national parks are all within easy reach. Yet only one of them has been crowned the best in the UK, according to a new study.

Police have uncovered further human remains amid an ongoing murder probe, with the victim now thought to be a local Salford man in his 60s.

A new poll published ahead of the Greater Manchester mayoral election next week suggests we could be in store for a surprise. Labour's Andy Burnham, who has served as the city-region's mayor since 2017, is expected to cruise towards a third term in office.

Property website Rightmove is advertising two fields for sale in Oldham with an asking price of just £1. The fields are for sale in Greenfield, known for its rugged stone cottages, handsome old pubs, and jaw-dropping countryside.

Police have issued a 'do not approach' warning to the public over a man who has absconded from a secure unit.

A rural town in Greater Manchester has been hailed a 'destination in its own right' by estate agents who say they have never seen it to be 'so popular' with buyers. Homes are 'flying off the shelf' right now in Royton, a former mill town which sits in the stretch of countryside between Oldham and the Pennine hills, so much so that its popularity has been recognised on a national scale.

A Greater Manchester Police car has been taken off the road after having two windows smashed up in Salford. Images have been shared on social media today (April 26) of a Peugeot 308 in GMP livery, parked up on Woodland Grange, in Worsley.

Officers have released CCTV images of five men they wish to speak to after £1,285-worth of items were stolen from a city centre shop. Greater Manchester Police says the goods were stolen from The Perfume Shop, at Manchester's Arndale Centre.

Two new giant artworks have been unveiled in Altrincham as part of a new initiative that celebrates the town's bright future. The murals have been created by Manchester-based artist Caroline Dowsett, who is famous for creating colourful pieces from shapes and lines that are inspired by the everyday.

ITV has called for Mancunians to sign up for the new season of Big Brother. The iconic reality show relaunched in October on ITV2 and is set to return for a second season.

In 10 days time, Greater Manchester will go to the polls to choose its new mayor.

A former Greater Manchester Police officer's behaviour has been described as 'extremely odd' after she kept her uniform and some equipment when she was resigned from the force.

A mix of showers and sunshine are forecast in Greater Manchester today.

A mix of sunny spells, cloud and showers are forecast for Greater Manchester for the remainder of this week, according to the Met Office.

Police have been spotted searching for a wanted man in a Manchester park this afternoon.

Now that the days are longer and brighter it’s the perfect time to get outside and explore the beautiful landscapes we have right on our doorstep. We’re spoilt for choice in Greater Manchester with miles upon miles of gorgeous countryside to visit nearby.

A semi-detached house has come up for sale in Greater Manchester at a much cheaper price than similar properties in the area. The three-bed home in Denton, Tameside is on the market for £50,000 - making it one of the most affordable homes you can currently buy in the region.

High street bargain retailer Poundstretcher, which has over 300 UK stores, has been sold to a US investment fund. The stores' new owner, Fortress Investment Group, previously bought out Majestic Wines and now also owns the bargain retailer, which has seven stores in Greater Manchester.

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With brighter and warmer days ahead of us now that winter is over, many people will be planning trips out in the countryside. One natural wonder which provides a beautiful backdrop to a walk or picnic is a breathtaking waterfall.