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Polio outbreak detected in UK
The UKHSA stressed that the virus has only been detected in sewage samples and no cases of paralysis have been reported
Lucy Hilton
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Stop blaming problems on others and get on with your job, Starmer tells Johnson
Sir Keir said Mr Johnson and Transport Secretary Grant Shapps “haven’t attended a single meeting, held a conversation or lifted a finger to stop” the rail strikes
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Dame Mary Berry to return with new BBC series on the joy of sharing food
Mary will show viewers how to make her very best recipes, many of which are perfect to share at big gatherings
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Warm spring means bigger and sweeter raspberries at start of season
Ambient temperatures this month have provided “optimal” raspberry-growing conditions
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Oldham grooming gangs’ victims receive apologies over authorities’ failures
The apologies come after a major report said police and the local council failed to protect some youngsters from sexual exploitation
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Volunteer shows her thanks by staying within the Hospice family
Sue Brumby's late husband spent four nights at East Cheshire Hospice
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St Ann's to hold special sale for bargain lovers
St Ann’s Hospice will be holding the special sale at its Distribution Centre in Reddish on Saturday, June 25
Planning Applications IYA
Planning applications lodged in Accrington up to June 10
Planning applications lodged with the Borough of Hyndburn up to Friday, June 10 include:
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Guide Dogs launches scheme to provide free iPads to children with sight loss
A pilot scheme was found to improve children’s confidence, creativity and independence
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Stepping Hill hold events for national Dementia Action Week
The week began with an afternoon of free wellbeing, information and support for carers
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Laughing Badger: Crazy cryptids
"Yes, he was absolutely nutty, as were half the delegates, but there’s nothing wrong with a passion"
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Royal thank you function celebrates services to community pharmacy
Wine and canapes were served to around 200 guests in recognition of their services during the pandemic