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  1 October 2025

  Town centre bridge renamed after hero steam locomotive driver

  The event was held on September 30 with Lord Hendy, Rail Minister, in attendance

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  30 September 2025

  Celebrating International Day of Older People in Stockport

  The borough will mark the event taking place on October 1

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  29 September 2025

  Stockport pushes the boundaries of regeneration as our MDC is set to expand

  Stockport Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) is set to expand in a UK first

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  18 September 2025

  Virtual careers week to be held in Stockport to showcase post-16 opportunities

  The event will provide free, impartial careers guidance to students in Years 10 to 13 as they consider their options after leaving secondary school and college

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  18 September 2025

  Stockport sets out bold 15-year plan for Town Centre East: 4,000 new homes, new school and riverside park

  We have unveiled a major 15-year vision to transform the east of the town centre, with 4,000 new homes, a new secondary school, a riverside park, and better transport links.

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  15 September 2025

  Banned window boss found guilty after fleeing to Florida

  Steven Wright was found guilty after an investigation by the council's Trading Standards team

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  12 September 2025

  Flags in public spaces - update

  Cllr Mark Roberts, leader of Stockport Council, has updated his statement on flags in public spaces ahead of Christmas light switch-ons

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  12 September 2025

  Falls Prevention Week

  Falls Prevention Week, 15 to 19 September, is about raising awareness and encouraging action to reduce the risk of falls.

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  12 September 2025

  Stockport Council launches Christmas appeal to support care leavers

  Stockport Council’s leaving care team has launched its annual Christmas appeal to support local care leavers across the borough.

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  11 September 2025

  A turn up for the books – Stockroom hits a quarter of a million visitors

  Stockport’s newest library and creative hub has welcomed over 250,000 visitors since opening its doors just three months ago.

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  9 September 2025

  Landmark town centre projects deliver 221 new affordable homes

  Two new housing developments in Stockport town centre are providing affordable homes for residents

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  9 September 2025

  From riverbanks to rooftops: Drone project in Stockport shortlisted for national award

  The Highways team has been nominated for two awards for their work