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Second M62 weekend closure - here's what you need to know

Drivers planning to use the motorway network around Rochdale, Oldham and north Manchester this weekend are being urged to check traffic conditions before setting out on journeys - with the M62 totally closed between 9pm on Friday (20 September) and 6am on Monday (23 September).

Date Published 18/09/2024

Jolly Josh given £20,000 grant by National Lottery Community Fund

Local charity Jolly Josh has been awarded a £20,000 grant from The National Lottery Community Fund to support its hydrotherapy pool, a vital resource for families in the

Date Published 20/09/2024

Cars seized in major GMP traffic operation

A traffic operation conducted this week by officers from Rochdale’s tutor unit on Queensway, targeting Kirkholt and Castleton, has led to significant enforcement actions. A total...

Date Published 20/09/2024

K Stars Morris Troupe triumphs with 32 trophies at championship

The K Stars Morris Dancing Troupe has returned victorious from their end-of-year championships, held at The Norbreck Castle in Blackpool from Friday, 6 September, to Monday, 9...

Date Published 20/09/2024

Middleton faces by-election after MIP councillor loses seat following health issues

A by-election is set to take place in Middleton after Councillor Peter Allonby, representing the Middleton Independents Party (MIP) on Rochdale Borough Council, was disqualified...

Date Published 19/09/2024

Heywood community garden blossoms with support from Anwyl Homes

A community garden in Heywood is flourishing, thanks to a generous boost from local developer Anwyl Homes. The project, led by Reverend Kirsty Screeton from St John’s Church, was...

Date Published 19/09/2024

Over £300,000 to be given to community projects from township funding

Local community investment totalling over £324,000 will be delivered across the borough following the latest round of townships funding agreed by Rochdale Council.

Date Published 19/09/2024

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Newhouse Academy welcomes families to its open evening

Newhouse Academy in Heywood is offering the families of prospective students an opportunity to come and see the school with an open evening event, being held on Thursday 26 September 2024 from 5.30pm.

Date Published 19/09/2024

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Rochdale Hornets 30 - 18 Hunslet

Rochdale Hornets got their League One play off campaign off to the perfect start on Sunday 15 September as they overcame the tough challenge of Hunslet RLFC in tough weather conditions.

Date Published 18/09/2024