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Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

New government policy 'badly hitting 5G mobile coverage' in our region

GREATER Manchester is falling behind in the race for the roll-out of 5G and is now facing the consequences, says one telecoms company.

4 min  |

May 21, 2025

Rochdale Observer

A new start on an island of secrets

You may not instantly recognise her name, unless you're an avid reader of domestic thriller novels. But if you appreciate good TV dramas, there's a fair chance that you'll have seen a show with Liane Moriarty's name attached it.

1 min  |

May 21, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Iranian men in terror-attack arrests released from custody

FOUR Iranian men who were arrested on suspicion of preparing a terror attack have been released from custody.

1 min  |

May 21, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Blackstone bone dry

THESE dramatic pictures show how Britain's mini-heatwave has turned one of the UK's highest reservoirs into a virtual desert.

1 min  |

May 21, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Wildfire fears see steam rides cancelled

EAST Lancashire Railway temporarily halted steam train services due to potential wildfire risks.

1 min  |

May 21, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Dates confirmed for family picnics

DATES and locations for this summer's Feel Good Family Picnics have been confirmed.

1 min  |

May 21, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Commemorate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day with two special editions

Order your copies now or pick up at participating retailers.

1 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

WEAN-AGE PICKS

THE BEST FIRST FOODS TO FEED LITTLE DINERS FROM TOP CHILDREN'S COOKERY AUTHOR ANNABEL KARMEL. BY CAMILLA FOSTER

4 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Moving stories

FINDING the perfect home has made Phil Spencer and Kirstie Allsopp familiar TV faces.

1 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

My deafness is one of my superpowers

LOVE ISLAND STAR AND STRICTLY COME DANCING FINALIST TASHA GHOURI TELLS ELLA WALKER HOW SHE REVISITED TOUGH TIMES IN HER NEW SELF HELP GUIDE

4 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Jurors told to avoid speculating on absence of suspect

JURORS in the trial of seven men accused of historic sexual offences in Rochdale have been told not to speculate why one of them isn’t in the dock.

2 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Organist in town hall concert

ORTOA Celebrity Recitals at Rochdale Town Hall Organ, Keith Hearnshaw concert organist

1 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

McNulty's men all set up for big night at Arena

IM McNulty was hoping to learn from previous encounters against Southend as he led Rochdale into the National League play-offs.

2 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Lessons must be learned: Thornton

HORNETS coach Gary Thornton insisted the home loss against Midlands Hurricanes was not the end of the world - but said his side must learn lessons from the defeat.

1 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Go-ahead for flats plan

A NEW apartment block in the heart of Heywood will be built.

1 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Form 'massively concerning'

LANCASHIRE captain Keaton Jennings admitted the Red Rose's early season struggles are ‘massively concerning’

2 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Know your rights around private parking charges

YOUR CONSUMER RIGHTS CHAMPION

2 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Kids' prize fund theft was just a misunderstanding

DOUBLE TROUBLE FOR A FIRST TIME DAD OF TWINS

2 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

We are sick of being in a mobile signal dead spot

PEOPLE living in Middleton have struggled for years with a problem that would baffle many modern day residents.

5 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Matthew joins AATA writers

A NEW Addition to the AATA Family

1 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Nature journal workshop

RANDOM Acts of Art Nature Journal Workshop

1 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Mayor visits as plans for culture year are revealed

Borough will host 12 months of arts events after landing title

4 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Refresh and renew

Breathe new life into interiors with designer Kelly Hoppen's tips for simple updates. LUCY ROBINSON finds out more

2 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Seven low-cost ways to enrich life in retirement

Retirement can be a wonderful time to explore new interests and stay mentally and physically active.

2 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Borough naivety strikes yet again

Littleborough threw away a glorious chance to build on last week's great away victory at Lowerhouse with yet again another naive performance against a workmanlike Norden team at Hare Hill on Sunday.

3 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

It's never too early to start saving up for Christmas...

As we are already more than a quarter of the way through the year, some may be thinking about saving for Christmas.

1 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

It's Chelsea time again

GET SET FOR A 2025 SHOW THAT WILL BE PACKED WITH UNUSUAL AND INTERESTING CONTENDERS

2 min  |

May 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer

Rochdale Observer

Fourth loss from four for strugglers

LANCASHIRE LEAGUE CRICKET

2 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Save your coppers

Police procedural is just one of a clutch of indie titles you can turn to for budget friendly fun

3 min  |

May 17, 2025

Rochdale Observer

Boys teams back at Dale next season

ROCHDALE Football Club is to reintroduce Under-8s to Under-16s boys teams from next season onwards.

2 min  |

May 17, 2025