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Political parties fighting for North West seats in the European elections have been accused of turning their backs on regional industries. Liberal Democrat Euro-MP Chris Davies...
Date Published 02/06/2009
Young people are carrying knives because they fear police and parents cannot protect them, a report warns today. According to the Commons powerful Home Affairs Select...
An iconic local coach company is having one of its newest vehicles re-created as a limited edition model. Yelloways, based in Chadderton and now owned by Courtesy Coaches, has...
Rochdale Light Orchestra will perform a programme of midsummer melodies this month in Castleton. The orchestra, conducted by Graham Marshall, will perform at St.Martin’s Church...
This Thursday (4 June) Rochdale Fire Station will receive two new state of the art fire engines each representing an investment of over £160,000. The keys to the engines will...
A security guard was assaulted and a substantial amount of cash stolen during a robbery at Heywood’s Somerfield store. The attack happened on Friday 22 May at around 3.15pm at...
Police in Rochdale are appealing for witnesses following the gang robbery of security staff at gun point in Middleton last Friday morning (29 May). One of the robbers...
As disheartened Rochdale voters take to the polls this Thursday (4 June), the MP expenses scandal could give the smaller parties a big chance. Things are looking up for smaller...
Police have carried out another successful drugs raid, uncovering a £30,000 cannabis farm. Officers raided Watson Gardens, Shawclough, on Sunday (24 May), after reports of...
A delegation led by the Mayor of Rochdale, Councillor Keith Swift and Councillor Farooq Ahmed recently visited Dhaka and Sylhet in Bangladesh. The exploratory visit included...
Date Published 01/06/2009
The British High Commissioner for Bangladesh enjoyed a tour of Rochdale as part of his nationwide visit to Bangladeshi communities in the UK last week. They were shown around...
Waste charges for small businesses across Rochdale have been increased. The Waste Disposal Authority has confirmed that although the charge will not be implemented from today...
Rochdale Council launched its new ‘free after three’ parking scheme today. Shoppers will receive free parking after 3pm Monday to Friday on all Council owned car parks.
The last 18 months has been a huge struggle for the UK housing market and over the last 12 months all houses in England and Wales have experienced a decrease in property...
Arsonists have attacked the borough of Rochdale almost 7000 times in two years, Rochdale Online News can reveal. Cars, houses, dumped rubbish, and business premises are being...
I have just returned from a relaxing week in France with my family. We had a great time and it gave me a chance to reflect on recent work in Parliament and to relax and enjoy some...
This Thursday (4 June) Rochdale Council is offering help to residents who are considering renting out their homes this Thursday.
Rochdale school choirs will be taking part in Springhill Hospice's annual 'Children’s Voices for Hospice' concert at the Gracie Fields Theatre on Sunday 14 June. This year’s...
Parents and children are invited to join Heybrook and Greenbank Sure Start Children’s Centres at Jarvis Street Methodist Church for a craft and story time every week, starting...
Greater Manchester Passenger Transport Executive (GMPTE), Northern Rail and Metrolink have teamed up to produce a free guide to activities and days out to promote the...
Parents are once again being urged to protect their children against measles and mumps to stop future outbreaks. The Health Protection Agency renewed its plea to parents after...
An elderly man has been rushed to hospital after causing a fire with a discarded cigarette. Crews attended a bungalow on Mentmore Road, Firgrove, at 9.00am this morning (Monday...
Young disabled people who struggle to make public transport journeys in Greater Manchester are to benefit from a major funding boost. The new ‘Travel Training’ project will...
Councillor William Hobhouse was surprised to learn that many drains in Sudden Village have not been cleared by the Council as part of the 2008-9 commitment to clear every drain in...
The car wash company which was thrown out of business after an arson attack has re-opened its doors today (Monday 1 June). Police say they are still hunting the arsonists who...
Police Officers and PCSOs throughout Rochdale begin wearing their new operational uniform from today (Monday 1 June), following a successful trial last year. Police officers...
Rochdale MP Paul Rowen has thrown his weight behind the campaign to persuade United Utilities to stop restricting water going into the lock at Summit in Littleborough. Mr Rowen...
Date Published 31/05/2009
Officers of Rochdale police force and members of the local Asian community, representing Sports for All, dusted down their boots for the fourth annual Alliance football match...
Little Heaton CE Primary School is searching for a new governor because the term of office of current governor Mr I Gauld draws to a close on 31 August. Mr Gauld does not wish...
It’s Dad’s Day on Saturday 20 June at Howard Street Sure Start Children’s Centre as the centre celebrates Fathers Day. From 10.30am to 12 noon there will be a host of fun and...
