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Rochdale Observer
Woman denies charge after man was fatally stabbed
A WOMAN accused of concealing knives and providing false accounts to the police has pleaded not guilty following a fatal stabbing on New Year's Day.
1 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Tragedies lead to calls for driving licence changes
MILLIONS of drivers on UK roads would fail to meet the minimum eyesight standards, with a coroner calling on the government to make changes to the current system of issuing driving licences.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Top cop is transforming GMP into 'a force to be reckoned with'
IT'S the contract extension bobbies of all ranks and the tax-paying public hope will see GMP continue to climb the premier league of policing.
5 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
The Co-operative's amazing journey
FOR this month’s visit, the Friends were prompted by Gracie Field’s 1930 recording of ‘Stop and shop at the Coop Shop’
1 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Railway's thanks as £15,000 raised after vandalism
THE team behind the East Lancashire Railway (ELR) have thanked the community after raising nearly £15,000 after their carriages were ‘smashed’ in a ‘mindless’ act of vandalism.
2 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
'Relief' at £4.1m for those in need
FOOD banks and those in need of support with heating their homes and food vouchers will all benefit from £4.1m in Rochdale.
1 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Shining examples
Interior designers tell LISA SALMON that silver and chrome can look good everywhere in the home, not just in kitchens and bathrooms
3 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Suspended sentence for police station protester
A MAN who joined a group of protesters outside a police station was heard encouraging them to throw eggs, comparing them to the 'Pakistani cricket team.
1 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Special tribute to tragic dad Joe from daughter
JOE Thompson's daughter has paid a heart-breaking tribute after her dad tragically died from cancer aged 36.
1 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Tram and cinema in bold vision for town
THE Metrolink tram, a new cinema and town centre regeneration are all included in a bold new vision for Middleton.
1 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Blogger had emergency surgery for twisted bowel
WEEKS before her 25th birthday, Lucy Jane was living out her childhood dream.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Businesses taste success with chocolate festival
LAST month, it was announced that one of Greater Manchester's most popular bakeries and tearooms, loved for its chocolates and cakes, would be heading over to Rochdale to host a first-of-its-kind chocolate festival.
2 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Jim pays tribute to Dale hero Joe
IM McNulty put post-match duties on hold after Roch-dale's Good Friday victory against Altrincham.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
CANNON HALL FARM
Past, Present & Future
1 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Hornets have edge in tight derby clash
ROCHDALE Hornets returned to winning ways with a Good Friday win over Swinton Lions.
2 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Stubborn Fylde dig in for draw to frustrate Dale
DESPITE creating the bulk of the opportunities, Dale had to settle for a point at home in a goalless draw at the Crown Oil Arena on Easter Monday.
2 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
My US medical nightmare made me refocus on giving positive stoma message
WEEKS before her 25th birthday, Lucy Jane was living out her childhood dream.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Rape accused 'claimed pair are gangsters'
A SHOPKEEPER accused of rape denied \"making up a story\" to police.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
This Party makes you cringe and then roar with laughter
THE Royal Exchange's latest production is a revival of Abigail's Party, a play for stage and television, devised and directed in 1977 by Mike Leigh.
2 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
If things don't work out, another dream can come from it
WATCHING Jodie Ounsley squaring up to competitors as Fury on Gladiators, it's hard to believe she's ever been anything but strong and confident.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Consistency is key to a better you
CONSISTENCY is the golden thread of a life well-lived and the glue that turns our inspiration into reality, says leadership, personal growth mentor and author of The 5am Club and The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, Robin Sharma.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Football remembers the life of Rochdale's 'Joey T'
THE life of the late Joe Thompson was celebrated during Rochdale’s game at Spotland.
3 min |
April 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Burnham sets out taxi reform plans
ANDY Burnham has unveiled big plans to change how Greater Manchester taxis operate - but he needs new powers and time to make it reality.
2 min |
April 23, 2025
Rochdale Observer
CALIFORNIA SCHEMING...
With vivid colours and big impact, Californian lilac is a dream in spring
1 min |
April 23, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Rochdalians' glory in Wray Cup final
WEST Didsbury and Chorlton FC were once again excellent hosts both on and off the field as they hosted the Wray Cup final.
3 min |
April 23, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Owen to trek across Europe for charities
A NEWHEY man is in the process of completing a monumental walk home to raise money for homeless charities in Manchester.
1 min |
April 23, 2025
Rochdale Observer
HOW WOMEN STEPPED UP TO KEEP BRITAIN IN THE FIGHT
The men of the Home Guard were not the only people putting their best foot forward to help the war effort on the home front.
1 min |
April 23, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Culture hub is gearing up for huge events
ROCHDALE is set for a spectacular year of festivals, performances, exhibitions and art, entertaining residents and attracting thousands of visitors from across the region.
2 min |
April 23, 2025
Rochdale Observer
THE REAL DAD'S ARMY
IT MIGHT have been nicknamed 'Dad's Army' but at its height the Home Guard boasted 1.5 million members. It was also the very last line of defence against a much feared German invasion.
1 min |
April 23, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Cautious welcome from FSB
A CONSULTATION exercise that should ultimately help Greater Manchester councils including Rochdale better manage the provision of taxi operations across the city region has been welcomed by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).
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