Emergency services respond to an incident at Stockport, blocking all lines. Train services face cancellations, delays, and diversions. Network Rail and Avanti West Coast advise passengers to check ahead.
Stockport Council plans 8,000 new town centre homes over 14 years as part of £2bn regeneration. Eight key projects, including Stockport 8 and Weir Mill, are set to progress in 2026.
A Greater Manchester Police car responding to a 999 call collided with a Bee Network bus in Offerton, Stockport, causing traffic queues. No injuries reported.
Stockport's cherished Midland pub in Marple Bridge reopens after a four-week transformation, featuring a restored bar, cocktail station, outdoor terrace, and a new British menu.
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Five weeks of roadworks with temporary traffic lights begin June 22 on Bramhall Lane South in Stockport as Cadent replaces 3km of gas pipe.
Fans can snag Oasis Live '25 Adidas gear at up to 65% off at the Pear Mill outlet in Stockport, including coach jackets for £35 and bucket hats for £14.
Plans for up to 190 homes and a new park in Woodford, Stockport, have been unveiled by Richborough, with at least 50% affordable housing and public green spaces.
A report reveals 'substantial or intolerable' fire risks at Stockport tower blocks due to systemic failures, leaving the housing association CEO horrified and prompting a 24-hour watch.
The Jane Eyre, a popular cocktail bar with sites in Ancoats and Chorlton, will open at Stockport's £60m Weir Mill development, joining other indie venues in the canal-side regeneration.
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A Stockport shop owner claimed over 100 litres of alcohol found in the backroom was for staff consumption, not illegal sale, as police raised concerns over a child tip-off and other issues.
Global fashion jewellery retailer Lovisa will open at Merseyway Shopping Centre on 27 June 2026, bringing affordable, trend-led accessories to Stockport.
The Mekong Cat in Stockport defends its prices and service after a one-star Google review was edited and reposted months later, sparking online support.
A man arrested after a three-hour stand-off in Stockport has been recalled to prison as police investigate an alleged rape. He was bailed for the rape but remains in custody.
A man in his 30s wanted for rape sparked a three-hour stand-off in Stockport after climbing onto a roof. Police, fire, and ambulance services responded before he was arrested.
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Stockport Council reinstates a Public Space Protection Order banning car cruising, with fines up to £1,000 for offenders. The order targets stunts, loud music, and antisocial behavior.
A woman was found dead in the back of a car in Brinnington, Stockport. Police have launched an investigation but are not treating the death as suspicious.
Officers uncovered an MP5 sub-machine gun and a Grand Power pistol in Brinnington, Stockport. Police have launched a major investigation and are following multiple lines of enquiry.
The Cracked Actor in Stockport has temporarily closed after yobs smashed its windows with bricks in an intentional attack. CCTV shows the destruction, and police are investigating.
TV presenter Lorraine Kelly will appear at St Michael and All Angels Parish Church in Bramhall, Stockport on July 3 for an evening of discussion and book signing.
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Puss in Boots in Offerton, Stockport, is a finalist for Best Pub for Families at the Great British Pub Awards 2026, following a £400k refurbishment.
Sally Moss, 36, from Stockport, has extensive body and face tattoos. Her facial ink honors her late father. She faces misconceptions, being called 'kinky' or a 'devil worshipper', but now finds amusement in negative reactions.
A Stockport barbershop went viral after a post claimed Tom Hardy visited, but customers quickly realized it was a lookalike named Declan, sparking jokes online.
The North West's biggest beer and cider festival returns to Stockport from June 18-20, featuring 280 drinks, live music, and a new family area.
Irene Gaffney, 78, narrowly avoided serious injury when a large tree fell into her garden in Stockport. Residents blame Network Rail for neglecting ivy-covered trees on the railway embankment.
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Nathan Chilton, 39, from Stockport, who relearned to walk after pelvic surgery, will tackle the 75km Peak District Ultra Challenge on 4-5 July 2026 to raise £5,000 for Sarcoma UK.
Transport for Greater Manchester proposes a new fully electric bus depot in Cheadle Heath, Stockport, to replace the Daw Bank site, supporting regeneration and a zero-emission fleet by 2030.
Liv Shaw, 29, from Reddish, lost her leg to cancer at 14 and was diagnosed again at 23. She supports a trial testing metformin to prevent cancer in Li-Fraumeni syndrome patients.
Stockport councillors voice concerns that parts of the borough are being left behind as major developments like the £20m Marple hub proceed, sparking debates over fair investment.
Alex Seabrook visited Stockport to assess comparisons to Berlin, finding a burgeoning food scene, nightlife, and creative spirit that echo the German capital, despite lingering deprivation.
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Stockport, dubbed 'the new Berlin', offers a surprising blend of food, music, and regeneration. From crab feasts to techno vibes, this northern town is winning over visitors.
