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NWAA Paramedic to Sail Around the World in Epic Ocean Racing Challenge

A North West Air Ambulance Charity (NWAA) critical care paramedic is preparing to swap emergency callouts for the open ocean after securing a place in one of the world's toughest endurance events.

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Oldham endometriosis charity calls for workplace changes at Westminster
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Emergency services called to domestic building incident in Prestwich

Emergency services are at the scene of an incident involving a domestic building on Rectory Green in Prestwich. Firefighters, police and paramedics are in attendance. Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said it was called shortly before 6.50pm, with three fire engines from Agecroft, Blackley and Heywood fire stations sent to the scene. Police and ambulance crews are also at the scene. Further details about the nature of the incident have not yet been confirmed.

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Tame Valley Tennis and Squash Club holds pickleball fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Research UK

Frank Rothwell, Debbie Abrahams and Oldham Mayor Pam Byrne attended a charity open day at Tame Valley Tennis and Squash Club today, Sunday, October 11.

11 Oct 2026

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Criminals use poverty trap to lure people in the North West into modern slavery warns The Salvation Army

Nearly one in 10 of all referrals came from the North West, making it the third most common referral region after London and the South East.

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NWAA Paramedic to Sail Around the World in Epic Ocean Racing Challenge

A North West Air Ambulance Charity (NWAA) critical care paramedic is preparing to swap emergency callouts for the open ocean after securing a place in one of the world's toughest endurance events.

Just now

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NWAA Paramedic to Sail Around the World in Epic Ocean Racing Challenge

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