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30 years of the GEM Appeal, a Rochdale-founded charity that has raised millions and changed the future for children with rare genetic conditions

The GEM Appeal was awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service in 2019

The GEM Appeal marks 30 years of raising money and funding research into rare genetic conditions this year, after being founded in 1994 by its chair and Rochdale mum-of-three, Karen Johnson, who tragically lost both of her young sons to one such condition.

Date Published 23/04/2024

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‘Transport for Sick Children’s drivers have been a lifesaver for us’

How your selfless actions could help to remove stressful barriers faced by local families and make a big difference to their lives.
Having a sick child is already a stressful time for worried families without the added pressure that comes with having no means of transport.

Date Published 22/04/2024

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Ogden family announces intention to invest £2m in Rochdale AFC

Crown Oil Arena

The Ogden family has announced that they are making an offer to purchase almost seven million shares in Rochdale AFC which would make them the majority shareholders in the club.

Date Published 19/04/2024

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Ikonic Technology Ltd raises over £14,000 for Duchenne UK

The team from Ikonic Technology

On Saturday 6 April in 50mph wind and rain a team of 22 from Ikonic Technology Ltd took on the Yorkshire Three Peaks, raising over £14,000 for Duchenne UK.

Date Published 18/04/2024

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