Eccles5 days agoThird battery storage plan approved near villageThe community council for Leitholm in the Borders opposed the plans near the Eccles substation.5 days agoSouth Scotland18 Oct 2024Girl, 10, saves grandma from 'silent killer' gasConnie gave her 79-year-old grandmother an alarm that helped detect carbon monoxide.18 Oct 2024Manchester17 Sep 2024Mobility scooter stolen and stripped for partsAn elderly lady in Eccles has "lost her independence" after her scooter was stolen earlier this month.17 Sep 20247 Sep 2024Town's history showcased in display amid regenerationMemories are showcased in shop windows and at a local library.7 Sep 202413 Aug 2024Shopping centre's last traders fear for future Shop owners at Eccles Shopping Centre say trade is plummeting as plans to demolish the site progress.13 Aug 2024Manchester8 Aug 2024Fourth man jailed after boy on motorbike shotPhilip Broadhurst, of Eccles, admitted assault following the targeted attack in March 2023, police say.8 Aug 2024England1 Jul 2024Police watchdog to investigate XL Bully shootingPolice say the dog was "dangerously out of control" but locals fear the response was "excessive". 1 Jul 2024Manchester29 Jun 2024Shots fired at XL bully in street after woman attackedThe dog was "destroyed at the scene as the last possible option", police say.29 Jun 2024Manchester19 Mar 2024'Minor' visual impact from battery storage plansA council is advised not to oppose the bid in an area where residents fear a "gold rush" of plans.19 Mar 2024South Scotland