Month: January 2025

Pictured is Joe Thomas, a WWII Royal Navy veteran. He is dressed in his military uniform with associated medals.

Daughter of WWII hero pays tribute to ‘incredibly loved’ man who cherished family and service

A Salford-born World War Two Veteran has died at the age of 99, after dedicating his life to service, charity and his family. Joe Thomas, who joined the Royal Navy on his 18th birthday in 1943, lived in Salford for most of his life before moving to York to be with his family for his […]

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The image shows an exterior shot of Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court

Men accused of Rochdale grooming sex offences appear in court as trial begins

The trial of eight men charged with sexual offences against two girls in Rochdale has commenced in Manchester. The defendants, including two men from Oldham, stand accused of grooming offences allegedly committed between 2001 and 2006. The accused, aged between 39 and 66, face dozens of charges collectively including those of rape, indecent assault and […]

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