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Shortage of midwives shows that quality of care not at heart of NHS

Commenting on the King’s Fund report, ‘Patient Centred Leadership – Rediscovering our purpose’ published today (Thursday, 23 May), Cathy Warwick,...

Date Online: 23/05/2013

Lewis shows drive to fix up apprenticeship

An enthusiastic youngster has put himself on the road to employment after attending a Skills Event held on Heywood Industrial...

Date Online: 23/05/2013

Retail figures highlight impact of inflation

Christian Spence, Research Manager at Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, said: “The April 2013 retail sales statistics show that volumes...

Date Online: 23/05/2013

Inflation figures welcomed but pressures remain

Christian Spence, Research Manager at Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, said: “The inflation statistics contain some welcome news for households...

Date Online: 23/05/2013

Brian Greenhoff dies aged 60

Former Manchester United and England defender Brian Greenhoff has died suddenly at the age of 60 at his home in...

Date Online: 23/05/2013

EHA Handball U15 Northern Finals

Siddal Moor's handball teams competed in the Northern Schools Handball Finals which were held at Boteler High School, Warrington. 117...

Date Online: 23/05/2013

Twilight market

A twilight market was held on The Esplanade on Thursday 18 May until 8.00pm with local businesses selling goods to...

Date Online: 23/05/2013

Twenty arrests following huge operation to target suspected rogue scrapyard dealers

Twenty people have been arrested following the latest phase of an operation to tackle the sale of stolen metal in...

Date Online: 23/05/2013

Rochdale soldier receives military honour

In a selfless act, a Rochdale solider ran twice into the line of fire of a Taliban sniper to save...

Date Online: 23/05/2013

Trade Fair - 25 years ago

In 1988 Rochdale Town Hall held a trade fair for local businesses to promote themselves and other local companies....

Date Online: 23/05/2013

Hollingworth BEC first Art exhibition

On the 6 June we will be hosting our very first Art exhibition. The event, which will take place in...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Driver dragged to safety from car after ploughing into canal

A middle aged man was extremely fortunate to escape unhurt when he deliberately drove his car straight through barriers on...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Wardle Village Church

A warm welcome is extended to all for our Anglican Morning Service led by Mag Howarth at 10.45am with...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Falinge Park High School

Students on the CEPA Edinburgh Visit should arrive back at school at approximately 3.00pm this Sunday. If you are collecting...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Healey Foundation Primary School

School will be closed next week for the half term break and will return on Monday 3rd June. Dinner...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Wardle High School students take on Lakeside

Musicians from Wardle High School visited Lakeside on the 10 May for an activity packed weekend. The Lakeside YMCA National...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

United Utilities Community Fund helps local charities

Local charities and not for profit organisations have received help and donations from the United Utilities Community Fund....

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Claimant count falls across Rochdale

The latest Labour Market Statistics publication from the Office for National Statistics shows that the number of people claiming Jobseeker’s...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Concern about fuel poverty among the over 60s

StepChange Debt Charity has said it is very concerned that so many of those seeking its help over the age...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Jack’s a Saint

Hopwood Hall College student, Jack Ashworth, has signed his first professional contract with St Helen's Rugby League Club – who...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Cruttenden claims second place in a double rally weekend

A busy weekend for Newhey rally co-driver Joe Cruttenden ended on a high on Sunday, after competing in two rallies...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Euro MPs to vote for EU wide domestic abuse protection orders

Victims of stalking, harassment or gender-based violence who are granted protection in one EU member state will get the same...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Social media plagued by privacy problems

The privacy management of 16 popular social networking sites, including Facebook and Twitter, is “seriously deficient,” according to a study...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Retiring reverend thanks people of Rochdale

Revd Lars Olav Ruden currently Priest in Charge of All Saints, Hamer and Priest in Charge of Christ Church, Healey...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Horticulture proving the hero for unemployed young people

Groundwork is highlighting the fact that horticulture can also have a long lasting social impact by supporting young people who...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Ramsey refurb is just the job for young trainees

Four unemployed trainees started work on refurbishing a property on Ramsey Street in February 2013 and together they worked to...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Crosfields 16 – 32 Mayfield

Mayfield NWML chalked up a terrific win at Warrington based Crosfields on Saturday playing some excellent rugby in the process....

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Car stolen from Wrenbury Drive

Burglars stole a set of car keys and a car from a house on Wrenbury Drive. The burglary occurred between Sunday...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Don't be a victim of bogus callers

Bogus callers can turn up as builders or gardeners and try and trick you into paying for unnecessary work. You...

Date Online: 22/05/2013

Help is available for vulnerable residents in Rochdale

Help is on hand for residents in Rochdale who have a cold related illness and need help with heating and...

Date Online: 22/05/2013