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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
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...
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
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...
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...
After following their two opening draws with a win last weekend, Rochdale were building some good momentum for the season, and with their local derby with Oldham 3rds at home this...
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...
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...
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).
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
Information on current and forthcoming roadworks planned to take place across the borough.
Greater Manchester Police is working with partners and members of the community to tackle the scourge of hate crime, as people across the country mark national Hate Crime...
Controversial telecoms firm IX Wireless could face a government crackdown if they ignore Rochdale residents’ concerns, their MP claims. The government has told Rochdale MP Paul...
Rochdale police officers, businesses and partners have joined forces this week to participate in the national Retail Crime Week of Action, which began on Monday (14 October).
Local mental health organisation Tackling Minds has been awarded a £19,800 grant from the National Lottery Community Fund, furthering its mission to use fishing as a therapeutic...
Commuters using the Rochdale Metrolink line are being advised of upcoming service disruptions as essential maintenance work is set to take place between Saturday 19 October and...
Date Published 14/10/2024
Police are appealing for information to find a missing teenage boy from Heywood. Frank, 14, has mousy brown hair. He was last seen wearing black trousers, a black coat, a black...
A 21-year-old man is in hospital with serious, potentially life-threatening injuries after being struck by a tram in Oldham late on Friday night (11 October). The Rochdale-Oldham...
An investigation has been launched following reports of a man being assaulted in Rochdale late on Friday night (11 October). The incident is believed to have occurred on Hillcrest...
A big shake-up of recycling is coming to nine Greater Manchester boroughs from today (October 14), it’s been announced. The move means residents in Bury, Bolton, Manchester,...
Rochdale residents are being encouraged to get active this October by taking part in a 30km fundraising challenge to help restore nature in the region. The Lancashire Wildlife...
Date Published 13/10/2024
Ranger Guide Sarah Fallon is one of just 12 in the North West to be selected for a lifetime trip to South Korea. Sarah, 14, became a member of 1st Whitworth Guides after moving to...
The Rochdale area has a rich history of music making by local people of all ages. One well-loved stalwart was Beryl Kilpatrick (née Bamford of Wardle) who died peacefully on 17...
Citizens Advice Rochdale is a local charity that provides free, independent, impartial, confidential advice to people in Rochdale. Each month, we share advice around a key issue...
Troublesome off-road bikers could soon find themselves chased by officers on electric mountain bikes, now police have been given the cash. In the last few months, Middleton has...
Concert pianist John Sabar's recital at St Mary in the Baum on Wednesday 9 October was a welcome return to the Toad Lane Concert schedule.
Date Published 12/10/2024
The ageing Metrolink network will need significant maintenance in the coming years, Andy Burnham has said. The Greater Manchester mayor said ‘significant upgrades’ will be needed.
Saturday 5 October saw Rochdale's men's second team away against Timperley men’s fifth team. It was going to be a tougher game than it might have appeared at the outset, with...
A big shake-up of the benefits system is set to come to Greater Manchester. The mayor wants to take control of government cash used to get people back into work, through a new...
Zak Dearden, 36, from Rochdale has been sentenced today (11 October) at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to 13 counts including...
Date Published 11/10/2024
