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He was last seen wearing a black North Face coat, a black Adidas T-shirt with white writing, grey jogging bottoms, and black or dark grey trainers.

Police appeal to find missing Rochdale man

Authorities are appealing for help in locating Steven, a man from Rochdale, who has been reported missing. Steven, described as a white male, 5’5” tall with a slim build, has grey balding hair. He was last seen wearing a black North Face coat, a black Adidas T-shirt with white writing, grey jogging bottoms, and black or dark grey trainers.

Date Published 27/12/2024

New pegasus crossing kickstarts £1.9 investment across the borough

A new Pegasus crossing, which includes a specialist facility for horses, will be cantering into Rochdale in January as the first of a series of new crossings set to be created...

Date Published 29/12/2024

Disco fire engine makes early stop in Littleborough

Father Christmas swapped his sleigh for a fire engine when he visited Littleborough Fire Station, delighting more than 75 children and raising over £1,000 for charity in the...

Date Published 29/12/2024

Ceremony marks start of new SEND resource provision at Deeplish Primary Academy

Deeplish Primary Academy in Rochdale celebrated the start of construction on its highly anticipated SEND (special educational needs and disability) resource provision with a...

Date Published 29/12/2024

Local writer launches book on the joy of tech-free running

A Rochdale-born writer and filmmaker is encouraging runners to ditch their devices in a bid to rediscover the joy of running tech-free.

Date Published 28/12/2024

Huge £330,000 funding given to Hare Hill House restoration

Littleborough’s much-loved Hare Hill House is set to get a new community café, concert rooms and business space after the Government awarded a £337,000 grant to local volunteers....

Date Published 28/12/2024

Man wanted on prison recall - police appeal

Greater Manchester Police have issued an appeal to the public to assist in locating Zafran Khan, born 24 April 1996, who is wanted on recall to prison. Khan has known connections...

Date Published 28/12/2024

Train operator says it will transform "harmful culture" towards women and girls

Northern has vowed to play its part in helping to transform the harmful culture, attitude and behaviour of some men towards women and girls across the North of England. The train...

Date Published 28/12/2024

All the big Greater Manchester transport announcements of 2024

Buses overhauled, new train stations announced, and the Metrolink system extended. It’s been a big year for transport in Greater Manchester. There’s also been the usual issues of...

Date Published 27/12/2024

Christmas organ concert at Rochdale Town Hall

Packed out and sold out, it was a case of no room at the inn at Jonathan Scott’s Christmas organ concert on 18 December. The newly restored Great Hall at Rochdale Town Hall was...

Date Published 27/12/2024

Littleborough Brass Bands Association delights audience at Christmas concert

The festive spirit filled St. Andrew’s Church in Dearnley on Saturday 14 December as the Littleborough Brass Bands Association hosted its annual Christmas concert. The evening,...

Date Published 27/12/2024

Creative pupils win council’s Christmas card competition

Children from Newlands School in Middleton have had their artwork turned into real Christmas cards after entering a festive design competition.

Date Published 26/12/2024

Our guide to what's on in the borough between Christmas and New Year

Lots to do in and around the borough: Beauty and the Beast panto, Sleeping Beauty panto, Meet Elsa, Anna and Olaf, Rochdale Ramblers walk, live music across various locations and...

Date Published 26/12/2024

TV star Leon Harrop brings Christmas cheer to Rochdale’s Down’s syndrome community

Christmas came early for the Down’s syndrome community of Rochdale when more than 20 local families came together for some festive fun and to make their celebrations even more...

Date Published 26/12/2024

Christmas message from Neil Emmott, leader of Rochdale Council

A Christmas message from Councillor Neil Emmott, leader of Rochdale Council.

Date Published 25/12/2024

Christmas message from Reverend Anne Gilbert

Christmas message from Reverend Anne Gilbert, Vicar of Rochdale Parish Churches:
St Chad’s, St Mary in the Baum, St Edmund’s, St Luke’s Deeplish and St Peter’s Newbold.

Date Published 25/12/2024

Christmas message from the Mayor of Rochdale, Shakil Ahmed

A Christmas message from the Mayor of Rochdale, Shakil Ahmed.

Date Published 25/12/2024

Thanks a million! Funding secured to repair viaduct on East Lancashire Railway route

One of the most picturesque spots on the East Lancashire Railway has been preserved for future generations to enjoy.
The heritage railway has been awarded more than £1.3million...

Date Published 24/12/2024

Christmas message from MP for Heywood and Middleton North, Elsie Blundell

A Christmas message from Elsie Blundell, MP for Heywood and Middleton North.

Date Published 24/12/2024

Christmas message from MP for Rochdale, Paul Waugh

A Christmas message from the Member of Parliament for Rochdale, Paul Waugh.

Date Published 24/12/2024

Police issue "Santa's naughty list" with 265 drink and drug arrests in Christmas crackdown

During the first two weeks of a police operation targeting drink and drug drivers, officers have arrested 265 people. Officers around the whole of Greater Manchester have taken a...

Date Published 24/12/2024

Rail travel advice calendar released for week over Christmas

Northern has released a travel advice calendar to provide customers with a quick reference guide to service levels over Christmas. The calendar, which covers 23 – 29 December,...

Date Published 23/12/2024

Detective from Rochdale convicted of sexually assaulting colleagues

A police officer living in Rochdale has been found guilty of sexually assaulting colleagues while serving in Greater Manchester Police (GMP). Detective Sergeant Richard Mills,...

Date Published 23/12/2024

Changes to council services over Christmas and New Year

Changes to opening times over the Christmas and New Year holidays mean most non-critical council services will not be available from 4pm on Tuesday 24 December until Thursday 2...

Date Published 23/12/2024

Andy Burnham "did not ask" for powers to overturn council decisions

Andy Burnham will have the power to overturn decisions by local councils over controversial developments under new proposals. The Greater Manchester mayor says he did not ask for...

Date Published 23/12/2024

“A space to talk” – Rochdale funeral home launches bereavement group

A Rochdale funeral home has launched a bereavement group and is encouraging those who may be grieving a loved one to attend.

Date Published 22/12/2024

Queen’s Park BMX track reopens

The BMX bike track at Queen’s Park in Heywood is now open following a £100,000 extensive restoration programme that has brought the much-loved facility back to life.

Date Published 22/12/2024

EncouragingYou partners with Kingsway Park High School to inspire compassion during Interfaith Week

EncouragingYou, a local community organisation based in Rochdale, recently partnered with Kingsway Park High School during Interfaith Week to deliver a series of workshops and...

Date Published 21/12/2024

Extra £1m to be spent fixing Rochdale town hall clock and steps

An extra £1m is set to be spent repairing the Rochdale Town Hall clock and the historic steps behind the building, it has been revealed.
Essential repairs and upgrades to the...

Date Published 21/12/2024

Locals thriving on "better life chances" on programme for the disadvantaged

Three-quarters of Rochdale residents who have joined a new scheme designed to support disadvantaged people have successfully moved into work or education, including one inspiring...

Date Published 21/12/2024

Two men charged after incident at Manchester Airport in July

Two men from Rochdale have been charged with assaulting police officers in connection with an incident at Manchester Airport in July.

Date Published 20/12/2024

Campaigners fighting to save Rochdale’s Seven Sisters backed by Rochdale Council and local MP

Campaigners fighting to save Rochdale’s iconic Seven Sisters tower blocks from the bulldozers have been backed by Rochdale Council and the local MP.
The Seven Sisters campaign...

Date Published 20/12/2024

Mum wins minister's backing for campaign to prevent ME deaths - following daughter's death

A Rochdale mother’s campaign to prevent deaths from ME has received a major boost after a Government minister announced a review of NHS services for people suffering from the...

Date Published 20/12/2024

Braving the cold: Fundraisers endure 60-hour sleepout to combat homelessness

A team of fundraisers braved freezing cold temperatures and 60 hours on the streets to raise funds and awareness for the homeless. Armed with just a sleeping bag each and the...

Date Published 20/12/2024

Andy Burnham’s housing plan to go to High Court

Andy Burnham’s 15-year housing blueprint for Greater Manchester is set go to the High Court after a crucial ruling. The Places for Everyone (PfE) plan was approved by nine Greater...

Date Published 20/12/2024

Our guide to what's on in Rochdale borough this weekend

Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: Marvellous Christmas Markets, Santas Grotto, Winter Wonderland Christmas Party, Live music across various venues, Meet The...

Date Published 19/12/2024

Rochdale’s Flower Studio celebrates 30 years amid heartfelt tribute to owner's beloved mum

A cherished and long-standing town centre business, Flower Studio, marked its 30th anniversary just three days after the passing of the owner's mum - a much-loved face at the...

Date Published 19/12/2024

Office to help people with housing issues a success in first few months

A new face to face housing service, set up by the council, has supported over 500 people since opening its doors earlier this year. The new office at number 2 Smith Street in...

Date Published 19/12/2024

Funding and boost to bed spaces as Greater Manchester faces winter homelessness challenges

Greater Manchester is setting out a new package of support for people sleeping rough this winter, as new figures show sustained pressure on local services.

Date Published 19/12/2024

Two men issued Community Protection Warnings for begging in dangerous 40mph zone

Police officers have issued Community Protection Warnings (CPWs) to two men found begging in the central reservation of St Mary’s Gate, a busy 40mph road in Rochdale. The...

Date Published 19/12/2024

Repeated shoplifter and car thief jailed and fined

A man wanted in connection with multiple offences in Rochdale has been arrested and sentenced following a string of incidents across the town. Kurtis Jones was apprehended by...

Date Published 18/12/2024

Man arrested for CBO violation in Rochdale town centre

A man has been arrested for breaching his Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) in Rochdale Town Centre, highlighting the ongoing efforts to maintain safety and security in the area. The...

Date Published 18/12/2024

‘Wonder dog’ Pippa sniffs out a national award for tackling illegal vapes

Britain’s first ever illegal vapes sniffer dog has been honoured along with Rochdale trading standards and police teams at a prestigious awards ceremony. Pippa, eight years old, a...

Date Published 18/12/2024

How did Andy Burnham end up with transport staff on strike weeks before ‘biggest change yet’?

In three weeks, Greater Manchester will undergo ‘the biggest change yet to our public transport’, according to mayor Andy Burnham. But this week, transport staff and the have been...

Date Published 18/12/2024

Weekend strikes are cancelled

Strikes at Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) are OFF this weekend after staff agreed to ‘pause’ industrial action’. TfGM workers walked out over pay last Thursday and...

Date Published 17/12/2024

A month ago outsiders were banned from this estate… now tenants are feeling safer already

More than a month on from when a Rochdale estate was closed off to outsiders, residents say they’re feeling safer. On 4 November, police swooped into the Freehold estate and...

Date Published 17/12/2024

Mobile police station visits town centre to "ensure safety" of residents and businesses

Rochdale town centre saw a bolstered police presence on Friday (13 December), as officers set up a mobile police station outside the Regal Moon pub.

Date Published 17/12/2024

NHS in the North West issues cold weather falls advice

The NHS in the North West is advising people to take extra care to avoid a fall in the wake of a yellow cold weather alert issued for the region this week.
Last year, more than...

Date Published 17/12/2024

Council leader ‘stunned’ by £120k bill for two revolving doors

A £120,000 bill to replace two revolving doors has ‘stunned’ the leader of Rochdale Council, and he has asked officers to find a more cost-effective solution. Learning of the...

Date Published 16/12/2024

Teen suffers life changing injuries after serious knife attack

A teenager and a man are recovering in hospital after a violent knife attack in Smallbridge, Rochdale, on Sunday evening (15 December). Both sustained serious and life-changing...

Date Published 16/12/2024

Body found confirmed to be missing dad Nathaniel

A body found in a river over the weekend has been sadly confirmed as that of missing dad-of-two Nathaniel Favour Enemona - who had vanished from Heywood at the end of last month....

Date Published 16/12/2024

Multiple arrests as firearms and weapons removed from Greater Manchester streets

Greater Manchester Police has intensified its crackdown on firearms-related crime - with officers making 17 arrests across the region and and seizing a significant number of...

Date Published 16/12/2024

Toad Lane Concerts: More than Melody ladies choir

It was beginning to look a lot like Christmas at St Mary in the Baum on Wednesday 11 December for the penultimate Toad Lane Concert of 2024.

Date Published 15/12/2024

First high-speed rail service from Rochdale to London in 25 years secures political support

MPs, local council leaders, businesses and academics gathered in Manchester to show their support for a new high-speed rail service linking Rochdale with London for the first time...

Date Published 15/12/2024

High school students join exclusive masterclass

A literacy journey from Taylor Swift to Shakespeare and beyond was embarked on by AGT (able, gifted and talented) students from Whitworth Community High School. Along with seven...

Date Published 14/12/2024

Rochdale cyclist raises funds for children’s hospital - while delivering laptops to elderly

A fundraising effort for Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital by a Rochdale Boroughwide Housing colleague has also seen laptops delivered to elderly people across the borough,...

Date Published 14/12/2024

Court case leaves future of huge 15-year housing plan in the balance

A court case means the future of Andy Burnham’s enormous, 15-year housing plan hangs in the balance. The Places for Everyone (PfE) plan is a blueprint for development across nine...

Date Published 13/12/2024

The clash between an American actor and a Rochdale Council that’s stoked anger in the community

A spat between an American actor and Rochdale Council is heating up over ownership of the Grade II listed building at Hopwood Hall. The council said it has decided to cut ties...

Date Published 13/12/2024

Police appeal after serious sexual assault

Police officers investigating a serious sexual assault in Alkrington Woods on Monday 11 November are appealing to the public for assistance. The incident occurred between 4.30 pm...

Date Published 13/12/2024

Andy Burnham offers to ‘discuss' a deal with bus and tram strikers

Andy Burnham has offered to ‘come to the negotiating table’ with union members over striking Transport for Greater Manchester employees – after taking aim at ‘unjustified’...

Date Published 13/12/2024

Council leader's column: "We should check in on loved ones at this time of year"

I want to start my latest column with the good news that the transformation of Heywood Civic Centre is set to get under way before Christmas. Our investment, in partnership with...

Date Published 13/12/2024

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