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Rochdale Observer
Temporary weather mast gets planners' green light
PLANNING permission had been granted for a temporary weather mast at Rooley Moor in Rossendale, to measure wind conditions for the potential new Scout Moor II wind turbine development.
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July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Accused 'watching film with daughter' at the time of killing
ALLEGED murder John Belfield told a jury he was watching Finding Nemo with his daughter and nieces at the time he is accused of killing Thomas Campbell.
3 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Foreign office speaks out over mum stuck in Turkey
THE Foreign Office has released a statement after a mum was slapped with a travel ban in Turkey during a trip for her boyfriend’s new teeth.
2 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
New arrivals pass the personality test
JIMMY McNulty believes summer recruits Bryce Hosannah and Dan Moss will be excellent additions to his squad.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Humbles makes move to Rochdale
MIDFIELDER Liam Humbles became the latest Rochdale recruit when joined Jim McNulty’s men on a two-year deal following his departure from Salford City.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
‘I only intended to steal Tom's drugs – not use violence'
Dealer tells jury how he asked alleged victim's ex-wife for details of stash
4 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Time to pick alley of the year
ROCHDALE'S Dame Gracie Fields famously celebrated 'the pride of our alley' in one of her renowned songs.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Ex-Corrie star speaks out about her skin condition
FORMER Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote has been flooded with support after speaking out about her “tough” experience with a skin condition.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
5 ways to stay on top of your subscriptions
Experts tell LARA OWEN how to stop paying for services you don't need
3 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
AirBnb gender reveal party turns to chaos
Two hundred youngsters descend on quiet cul-de-sac
1 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Enthusiasts are offered chance to dig for history
BUDDING ARCHAEOLOGISTS INVITED TO MAJOR ROCHDALE DIG
3 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Naked man on rampage brings chaos to road
A NAKED man caused chaos on a busy roundabout in the Rochdale area.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Students play cards right
ARTWORK created by high school students has been turned into thank you cards which will be distributed by a food project.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Combining cultural worlds of football and art in exhibition
International Footballers And Artists Come Together For Manchester International Festival
2 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
RIGHT AS REIGN
Teamwork makes the dream work in latest chapter of the Elden Ring franchise
3 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Scene of devastation as Golf GTI crashes into home
IMAGES capture a scene of devastation after a car smashed into the front of a terrace house.
1 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
'When it was sunny we'd and joking – now everyone of rundown estate set for
An estate that’s just a stone's throw from Rochdale town centre was once a thriving community. Now, a tumbleweed rolling through the empty blocks of flats wouldn't be out of place.
5 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Mission's Final Reckoning an action-packed swansong
THE last chapter and the last film of the series is here with a bang. Ethan (Tom Cruise) returns to cinema screens, and he must stop the entity before it takes over the world.
3 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Town store among dozens to be shut
RIVER Island has revealed the locations of a number of stores earmarked for closure by January 2026 and it includes its Rochdale store.
1 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
TEST YOUR SPORTING KNOWLEDGE WITH OUR BUMPER QUIZ
TOP OF THE LEAGUE: The most capped England women's player of all-time, Fara Williams
3 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
First Sale Sizzler lives up to name
AFTER the very busy weekend for the Harriers Three Day Event, it was back to the serious business of the Road Race Championships (RRC).
2 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
When can you DIY?
Tradespeople tell LISA SALMON how to do simple jobs around the home... and when you might need to call in the professionals
3 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
PAUL WAUGH MP Rochdale getting on the ministerial map
ONE of my most important jobs as MP for Rochdale is to get our borough the Government investment and the ministerial attention it deserves.
2 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Vision to rejuvenate 'vanguard' town hub
A TOWN described as a 'vanguard' for change has moved forward with a vision for its town centre.
2 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Doctors unite to make a difference in care sector
TWO doctors have joined forces to set up a company providing home care services.
2 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Cat's thyroid is overactive
My 12-year-old cat suddenly seemed hungry, but lost weight. My vet found a lump in his neck and high blood pressure. Bloods are being checked for a suspected overactive thyroid, for which there are treatment options. Is this common?
1 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
'I'm going to bomb the school'
•Menacing phone call prompts decision to evacuate the building
2 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Man injured in stabbing
OFFICERS descended on a Rochdale street after a man was stabbed.
1 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Bird's buoyed by Hornets progress
Hornets Women’s coach Ben Bird has praised his squad for the giant strides they have made in recent months.
2 min |
June 28, 2025
Rochdale Observer
More dishes for you to try at home
Saturday night, a time for shiny floor series, medical dramas, music programmes and... cooking? If you had to choose an odd-one-out, you would surely opt for the latter on that list; they tend to be midweek affairs, offering inspiration to home cooks who have grown sick of opening yet another tin of beans.
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