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In Rochdale, officers executed a warrant that led to the seizure of suspected stolen vehicles

Stolen cars "chop shop" uncovered: half a million pounds in suspected stolen vehicles seized in by police

A focused crackdown on vehicle crime across Greater Manchester has seen police seize more than £500,000 in suspected stolen vehicles and make 31 arrests over the past month (September 2024). Among the high-value seizures were luxury cars and valuable goods uncovered during two significant burglaries in Rochdale, as part of efforts to combat vehicle-related crime across the region.

Date Published 29/10/2024

Outstanding Rochdale nurse receives special award

A Rochdale practice nurse has been awarded the prestigious title of Queen’s Nurse, acknowledging the hard work and dedication that she has put into the community throughout her 25...

Date Published 29/10/2024

Historic chapel to be transformed into new high-tech engineering space

A Grade II-listed chapel in Middleton will be transformed into a new high-tech engineering facility with a visual reality suite.

Date Published 29/10/2024

Town centre pub awarded grant to boost local dining experience

Date Published 29/10/2024

Roadworks, temporary road closures and restrictions

Information on current and forthcoming roadworks planned to take place across the borough.

Date Published 28/10/2024

New adventure golf course to be built in Middleton

A new adventure golf course will be built on the side of a driving range in Middleton.
Bowlee Park Driving Range will now be transformed after getting approval. A new covered...

Date Published 28/10/2024

Huge research and development facility approved for Kingsway Business Park

A huge research and development facility is to be built in Rochdale beside the M62. The plan for an ‘advanced sustainable materials and manufacturing hub’ at the Atom Valley...

Date Published 28/10/2024

Basketball session for people with disabilities launching in November

A new inclusive sports initiative is set to launch in Middleton, providing an exciting opportunity for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. Starting on...

Date Published 28/10/2024

New football regulator offered ‘purpose built’ offices at Rochdale AFC’s ground

Rochdale AFC has offered to set up a purpose-built office for the new independent football regulator at the Crown Oil Arena. Plans for a new regulator for elite men’s football in...

Date Published 28/10/2024

HMRC issues 100 days reminder to file Self Assessment

The countdown clock has begun as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) reminds customers they have less than 100 days to file and pay their Self Assessment tax return before the 31...

Date Published 27/10/2024

Springhill Hospice updates suite for patients’ loved ones

This year Springhill Hospice has celebrated its 35th anniversary. Over the years there have been many changes and improvements made to the hospice spaces, almost all of which have...

Date Published 27/10/2024

Conservative leader's column: Autumn brings positive developments for the borough

Steve Anstee is the leader of the local Conservative party in Rochdale and a councillor for Bamford. This month he dedicates his column to the upcoming Ignite Fire Festival and...

Date Published 27/10/2024

Rochdale Town Centre wins gold at national Britain in Bloom awards

Rochdale Town Centre has been awarded GOLD at the Royal Horticultural Society’s 60th annual Britain in Bloom competition, confirming its status as one of the UK’s best town...

Date Published 26/10/2024

Spooky silent film screening set for Rochdale Town Hall

The Gothic splendour of Rochdale Town Hall will serve as the backdrop for a special screening of a famous silent film this Halloween. The 1922 silent classic, ‘Nosferatu: A...

Date Published 26/10/2024

Darker nights arrive as clocks go back this weekend

It is the official end of British Summer Time (BST) this weekend. BST ends at 2.00am on Sunday 27 October, so clocks need to go back an hour to 1.00am to revert to Greenwich Mean...

Date Published 26/10/2024

Impressive £70,000 raised at the Springhill Hospice Starlight Ball

Springhill Hospice celebrated its 35th anniversary in style, hosting the Starlight Ball at Rochdale Town Hall on 5 October. The event proved a major success, raising over £70,000...

Date Published 25/10/2024

Rochdale prison targeted in major crackdown on smuggling and organised crime

A major police operation aimed at curbing organised crime within Greater Manchester’s prisons, including HMP Buckley Hall in Rochdale, has led to multiple arrests and significant...

Date Published 25/10/2024

Rochdale murder investigation: Second arrest made

Police have arrested a second person in connection with a murder in Rochdale on Monday (21 October). As reported by Rochdale Online News, a murder investigation was launched after...

Date Published 25/10/2024

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

Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: Halloween Trails, Scarefests, Ghost Walks, Wild wander trails, Heywood AODS Presents Footloose , Gallery Exhibitions, Big Screen...

Date Published 24/10/2024

Three awards for star apprentice

An inspirational apprentice has been awarded a hat-trick of honours in a year - and landed a full-time job. Ellie Burke, 21, found her niche as an apprentice adult care worker...

Date Published 24/10/2024

Ban on disposable vapes to take effect in June 2025

The sale of disposable vapes will be banned in England and Wales from June next year, the government has confirmed. The move, which was initially announced by the previous...

Date Published 24/10/2024

Shopkeeper gets his way after 10-month-long battle with the council

A shopkeeper’s 10-month-long battle with his council over a new showroom has ended with the local authority backing down. Chris Daly, who owns Peeco Ltd in Middleton, decided to...

Date Published 24/10/2024

Mayor defends housing loan fund that’s being sued over ‘subsidising’ giant developer

Andy Burnham has defended the housing fund the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is being sued over for allegedly ‘subsidising’ a giant developer.
The GMCA, which the...

Date Published 24/10/2024

Bonfires and fireworks displays in Rochdale borough next month

Summer is well and truly over and the evenings are getting darker every day as the cosy seasons approach. That means events such as Bonfire Night are drawing near and there are...

Date Published 23/10/2024

Man jailed for setting fire to innocent family’s home in “misdirected attempt at revenge”

A man has been jailed for five years for burning down a family home and rendering them homeless, in a “misdirected” act of revenge. Phillip Humphrey, 42, was jailed yesterday (22...

Date Published 23/10/2024

Hopwood Foundation Friends honoured with 2024 Community Stars Award

The Hopwood Foundation Friends triumphed in Middleton Rotary Club’s annual Community Stars Awards, winning the Group Award.

Date Published 23/10/2024

Rochdale windsurfer crowned British champion

A Rochdale-born windsurfer who started his career practising on Hollingworth Lake has been crowned the Masters British Champion 2024 after a stunning victory at the 40th annual...

Date Published 23/10/2024

Future of the Seven Sisters tower blocks up in the air

‘All options’ are being explored as Rochdale’s ‘Seven Sister’s tower blocks face an uncertain future once again. Rochdale Boroughwide Housing (RBH) has issued a new statement...

Date Published 22/10/2024

Multi-million pound Northern Gateway development to take step forward

Plans to take forward Greater Manchester’s biggest proposed employment development, which could generate more than 20,000 high-quality jobs and bring a £1bn economic boost, are...

Date Published 22/10/2024

Jobs boost for Rochdale bus manufacturer

As a result of Greater Manchester’s approach to re-taking control of its public transport services, hundreds of brand-new buses are being built across the UK, including at local...

Date Published 22/10/2024

Woman arrested in murder inquiry after man dies at home

A murder investigation has been launched after after a man in his 50s died at home in Rochdale.

Date Published 22/10/2024

Man completes epic walk for dementia charity in memory of his mum

A 57-year-old man got his walking shoes on and completed an epic walking challenge to raise money for The Willows Dementia Hub, in memory of his mum.

Date Published 22/10/2024

Major new plan to tackle hate crime launched in Greater Manchester

Over 60 organisations from across Greater Manchester have come together for the launch of a new plan to tackle hate crime and bring communities together over the next four years....

Date Published 22/10/2024

Over £20K of illegal vapes and tobacco seized in Rochdale raids

Over £20,000 of illegal vapes and tobacco were seized and a man arrested in a major police raid in Rochdale. Sniffer dogs unearthed the products as part of a joint operation...

Date Published 22/10/2024

Prestigious awards for local filmmaker for film made in Rochdale

Rochdale-based filmmaker Zafar Iqbal and his team have continued their winning streak with their feature film Miki Kharo Kashmir, the first British Pahari-Pothohari independent...

Date Published 21/10/2024

Police appeal to help find missing man from Middleton

Police are appealing for the public's assistance in locating a man who has gone missing from the Middleton area. Miguel was last seen on Boarshaw Road, Middleton, at approximately...

Date Published 21/10/2024

Police take "firm action" on illegal off-road biking and damage to moors

A joint operation by Rochdale North Neighbourhood Team, supported by Rochdale East and local community volunteers, took place on Sunday 13 October, to tackle illegal off-road...

Date Published 21/10/2024

Toad Lane Concerts: Margaret Ferguson soprano and Jonathan Ellis piano

These two dynamic performers light up the concert room with music wherever they appear. They brightened up a very grey day at Toad Lane Concerts at St Mary in the Baum, Rochdale...

Date Published 20/10/2024

'Chatty bus’ connects people on World Mental Health Day

To mark World Mental Health Day, Go NorthWest buses partnered with local mental health charity Rochdale and District Mind for the North West’s first ever Chatty Bus.

Date Published 20/10/2024

KYP hosts successful mental health event

KYP proudly marked World Mental Health Day on Thursday 10 October 2024, by hosting an event that drew over 100 attendees to engage in discussions and access valuable mental health...

Date Published 20/10/2024

Littleborough Brass Band wows audience with ‘A Night at the Musicals’

On Saturday 5 October, Boro’ Brass and Littleborough Brass Band came together for a spectacular performance, celebrating the best of musical theatre at the Littleborough Brass...

Date Published 20/10/2024

Knife amnesty boxes installed across Rochdale borough

The Heywood Neighbourhood Policing Team, in collaboration with the Rochdale Community Safety Team, has launched three new permanent knife amnesty boxes.

Date Published 19/10/2024

Council leader's column: Support package to be a helping hand for the winter

The government’s decision to extend the Household Support Fund will benefit thousands of older and vulnerable residents and young families in our borough. Following the recent...

Date Published 19/10/2024

High school history buried for 50 years

In 50 years’ time a snapshot of school life in 2024 will be revealed when a time capsule is unearthed at Whitworth Community High School.

Date Published 19/10/2024

Helping residents to live well in the digital age: Greater Manchester takes step towards closing divide

Greater Manchester has taken a significant step towards addressing digital exclusion with the launch of a new Digital Champion volunteer training programme.

Date Published 18/10/2024

Experts bring 1930s charm back to Heywood landmark with £4m restoration

Historic lighting columns which once sat on Heywood’s Queen’s Park Bridge almost a century ago have been lovingly recreated as part of the council’s £4m repair of the structure.

Date Published 18/10/2024

North West Air Ambulance expands lifesaving services

The North West Air Ambulance Charity (NWAA) has announced a major expansion of its lifesaving services, which will see the introduction of blood on board all vehicles and an...

Date Published 18/10/2024

Rochdale's primary school performance: Just over half meet national standards

Primary school pupils in Rochdale are performing above the 50% mark in core subjects of reading, writing, and maths, according to newly released education attainment figures....

Date Published 18/10/2024

Night time nature trail set for Hollingworth Lake coming next week

Hundreds of families will descend on Littleborough next week for Wild Wanders, a new night-time nature trail at Hollingworth Lake Country Park, raising awareness of the fragility...

Date Published 17/10/2024

Music therapy unlocks memories for care home dementia residents

A residential care home in Whitworth has recently introduced a music therapy programme designed to support residents living with advanced dementia and those experiencing social...

Date Published 17/10/2024

Anti-Slavery Week events to help spot the signs of modern slavery

Partners across Greater Manchester are joining forces to host a series of free events during Anti-Slavery Week, running from 14-20 October. The events, organised by Greater...

Date Published 17/10/2024

"Pensioners are an easy target" Councillors clash over winter fuel payment controversy

A clash over scrapping winter fuel payments for pensioners sparked tensions between councillors at the latest meeting of Rochdale Council. As councillors gathered in Number One...

Date Published 17/10/2024

Heywood veterans’ charity honoured as finalist at prestigious awards

Heywood-based charity, Veterans into Logistics, has been recognised as a finalist in three categories at this year’s English Veterans Awards. The charity, which provides crucial...

Date Published 17/10/2024

Direct trains between Rochdale and London backed by MP

The people of Rochdale could soon be served by a direct rail link with London, if the MP gets his way. The last time the area enjoyed a direct train route with the capital was in...

Date Published 17/10/2024

Breaking Barriers tackles violence against women and girls in new school performance

A Rochdale-based production company, Breaking Barriers, is currently touring schools across Greater Manchester with Blind Side, a powerful monologue aimed at addressing violence...

Date Published 16/10/2024

Police charge three men in modern slavery and drug investigation in Rochdale

Greater Manchester Police has brought charges against three men following an investigation into an alleged organised crime group (OCG) suspected of exploiting vulnerable adults in...

Date Published 16/10/2024

Library's 'knit & natter' group creates hundreds of hats for premature babies

A dedicated group of knitters from Whitworth has come together to make hundreds of colourful hats for premature babies at Royal Bolton Hospital. The Knit & Natter group, which...

Date Published 16/10/2024

Obesity drug trial coming to Greater Manchester

A major trial is coming to Greater Manchester to see how a new drug can tackle obesity. The ‘five-year real-world evidence study’ will be run by Health Innovation Manchester and...

Date Published 16/10/2024

What winter fuel help can I get in Rochdale?

A third winter in the cost-of-living crisis is just around the corner. Energy bills have soared since spring 2022 following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. When looking at ‘typical...

Date Published 16/10/2024

Raids uncover illegal and cruel puppy trade: four arrested, 14 puppies rescued

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) and the RSPCA have rescued 14 puppies and arrested four individuals during a series of raids in Rochdale and Manchester on Tuesday (15 October).

Date Published 16/10/2024

Rochdale woman appointed Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester

A Rochdale woman has been honoured with a prestigious appointment as one of six new Deputy Lieutenants for Greater Manchester. Rebecca Tarran has been recognised for her...

Date Published 15/10/2024

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