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After years of battling with the council, a family farm in Littleborough is now finally able to create a new farm shop and café.
Date Published 24/05/2024
Mayfield take a break from league action this weekend, as they make the short trip over the hill to face Mirfield in the BARLA National Cup. Mirfield play their rugby in Division...
Police have launched an investigation after a boy was dragged to the ground and assaulted on his way home from school. The schoolboy was leaving Holy Family RC and CE College, in...
Labour are determined to turn Heywood and Middleton from blue to red at the upcoming general election as they launch their campaign.
Date Published 23/05/2024
Lots to do in and around the borough this weekend: RSPCA Spring event, Hollingworth Lake Walk for MND, Fireground Museum, Gallery Exhibitions, Rochdale Ramblers, Car Boot Sale,...
The planning committee is set to meet this week in Rochdale to decide on a number of significant applications put before the council. Two other applications to be discussed have...
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Elwyn Watkins, who passed away unexpectedly on Saturday 18 May 2024. Elwyn, from Rochdale, was known locally as...
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak yesterday announced that he is calling for a general election on 4 July. Here’s what we know so far about what this means for the Rochdale, and Heywood...
An amber weather warning for rain is in place across parts of the North West – including the Rochdale borough – for today (22 May) and tomorrow morning. The Met Office warning is...
Date Published 22/05/2024
Allegations made against Greater Manchester Police on how women are treated in custody will be reviewed next month, it has been confirmed. The delayed review, known as The Baird...
A police hunt is underway to track down a man suspected of various cases of criminal damage who has connections in Rochdale.
A historic farm house could be transformed as part of a huge new housing development, if plans are approved. The Grade II listed building, Silver Hill Farmhouse, could be partly...
Heworth arrived at Mayfield Sports Centre on Saturday 18 May fourth from bottom and with only three wins to their name, but for most of the first half they matched their hosts in...
Offers of clothes and accommodation poured in from the community after reports of a major house fire in Whitworth yesterday (21 May). Fire fighters from both Greater Manchester...
After months of foul smells detected around a Pilsworth landfill site, the stench has now gone, according to the site operators. The landfill has caused odours that have been hot...
Date Published 21/05/2024
Police are appealing for information following reports of 10 cars being vandalised at a dealership on Queensway in Rochdale.
The planned £9m upgrade of a major stretch of road between Castleton and Rochdale town centre is set to move forward next week. The next phase of the active travel scheme will be...
Hundreds of jobs are in jeopardy as Yodel announces the ‘devastating’ closure of its distribution centre in Shaw, Oldham. The facility, which employs over 350 staff members, is...
Trees that were being cut down in various parts of Hare Hill Park this morning (21 May) were removed on ‘safety grounds’. Passers-by were curious after spotting staff from...
Information on current and forthcoming roadworks planned to take place across the borough.
Just over a year on from when it was criticised in a coroner’s report after the death of Awaab Ishak – Rochdale Boroughwide Housing says it has made significant progress.
Date Published 20/05/2024
A primary school in Rochdale has hailed the success of an upgrade in their Ofsted rating following a recent inspection.
Three relentless cyclists have managed to raise over £90,000 for charity after pedalling themselves from Littleborough to Italy in memory of a late friend.
A fun-filled family music festival is once again coming to Littleborough in just a few weeks’ time. Taking to the stage at this year’s Little Glastonboro will be headline act...
Date Published 19/05/2024
Margaret Ferguson and Jonathan Ellis are outstanding performers and regular visitors to Toad Lane Concerts at St Mary in the Baum, where they are always welcome.
A unique theatre production is coming to Rochdale Town Hall this half term and it’s completely free to attend. The production, Carried by the Wind, will be blowing into town on...
Date Published 18/05/2024
Punters were asked to vote on the name of a historic pub – and chose to return its original nostalgic name.
A big-hearted ten-year-old girl who did her own research on how to help the less fortunate has decided to cut off her hair and donate it to charity.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has announced plans to improve Rochdale and Greater Manchester housing standards, after it emerged that over 50,000 private-rented homes in...
Date Published 17/05/2024
The sailing club at Hollingworth Lake had a very busy weekend on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 May. On Saturday, the club hosted a North West Youth and Junior Travellers Event for...
