Burglars on prowl

POLICE are hunting burglars who broke into a house in Arley Drive on Saturday between 10am and 6pm.

Thieves smashed the kitchen window to gain access and made off with jewellery.


CASH and a watch were stolen from a property on Beck Grove between 9am and 8.15pm on Thursday, February 5. Burglars gained entry by smashing the glass door on the conservatory.


CASH and waterproofs were stolen from a vehicle on Rochdale Road between 4pm on Saturday and 8am on Sunday.


NUMBER plates were stolen from a vehicle on Blakelock Street between 8pm on Friday and 4.10pm on Saturday.

HIGH Crompton Post Office will close on Friday for renovations and will reopen on Friday, February 20.


DR Kershaw’s Hospice is appealing for events volunteers. Anyone who is interested should call 0161-785 5633.


BINGO and refreshments for the over-50s take place at Shaw Parish Council offices, Kershaw Street, every Wednesday between 10am and noon.


CROMPTON House School’s performance of “Grease” will take place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, March 2, 3 and 4 from 7pm. Call the school on 01706-847 451 to book tickets.


SHAW Rascals holiday club starts on Monday with sessions running between 7.30am and 12.30pm then from 12.30 to 5.30pm until Friday, February 20. Call 01706-291 205 for more information.


MIND and Body Studio is running a variety of half-term events. Tap and ballet is on Monday from 4pm, zumba is Tuesday from 4pm and street dance is on Wednesday from 4pm. Call 07951-690 736 for more information.