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Rochdale Observer
KFOR exhibition gives insight into peace force
An internationally renowned photography exhibition opens this month.
2 min |
January 10, 2026
Rochdale Observer
MP’s welcome for freezing of rail fares
ELSIE Blundell, Labour MP for Heywood and Middleton North, has welcomed the Labour Government's freeze on rail fares, which ‘means local commuters and families are saving much-needed cash as they make their New Year return to work!
1 min |
January 10, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Cold weather payment boost
HOUSEHOLDS in Rochdale will receive Cold Weather Payments due to the freezing weather.
2 min |
January 10, 2026
Rochdale Observer
At long last, we're getting the cash that our area needs
JANUARY is traditionally the month of good intentions, when magazines and TV shows are full of 'New Year, New You!' features.
2 min |
January 10, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Pregnancy support project secures £74k funding boost
AN APPLICATION for funding to continue and expand a Blissful Bumps programme, offering fortnightly creative and well-being sessions to help support pregnant people has been successful.
2 min |
January 07, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Inquest opens into death of coach Andrew
ROCHDALE coroner's court has opened an inquest into the death of a celebrated water polo coach who worked with England and Great Britain teams.
3 min |
January 07, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Two taken to hospital after car hit bus stop
TWO people were rushed to hos- pital with serious injuries after a car smashed into a bus stop in Rochdale.
1 min |
January 07, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Photographers shine as a Wolf Moon graces the skies
A FULL moon has been gracing the skies above Rochdale on Saturday (January 3), but not quite like we know it.
1 min |
January 07, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Xmas card triumph
TEN-YEAR-OLD Hephzibah from Newlands School in Middleton had her festive artwork turned into a real Christmas card after entering a design competition.
1 min |
January 03, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Two arrests after police helicopter deployed
TWO men have been arrested following reports of a 'police chase' in Rochdale.
1 min |
January 03, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Slimming guru calls it a day after 31 years
AFTER an incredible 31 years of dedication, compassion, and unwavering support, a much-loved Slimming World Consultant is retiring.
1 min |
January 03, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Final homes on market at popular new development
COUNTRYSIDE Homes' popular Rochdale development, Calico Grove, is nearly complete with only a handful of homes left.
1 min |
December 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer
'Contamination and dumping' fears at former mill site
Concerns raised as planning application discussed
3 min |
December 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Snappers capture incredible pics of sky 'on fire'
PEOPLE waking up in Rochdale last week were treated to an incredibly dramatic and fiery sky.
1 min |
December 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer
LET THERE BE LIGHT
Street launches annual Christmas campaign to help charity
1 min |
December 13, 2025
Rochdale Observer
A £3m boost to case for opening gateway to jobs
A CONTRACT for nearly £3m has been awarded for a ‘western access’ project to pave the way for the massive Northern Gateway employment park.
1 min |
December 10, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Police search for possible witnesses to 'stabbing'
OFFICERS are trying to track down two men who could be key witnesses following an alleged stabbing in Rochdale.
1 min |
December 10, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Widows unite to support bereaved at Christmas
A WOMAN is joining forces with three other widows this Christmas to ensure no one grieving the loss of a partner feels alone.
2 min |
December 10, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Governors’ reward for volunteer roles
Governors from Whitworth Community High School have had their dedication to their volunteer roles acknowledged with special awards.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Rochdale Observer
More than a year to move all residents
It will take more than a year to move everyone out of the iconic Seven Sisters tower blocks in Rochdale, it has been revealed.
3 min |
December 06, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Three strikes planned by Metrolink tram drivers
THREE new strikes have been announced by Metrolink tram drivers with passengers set to face more disruption in December.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Top cops speak out about grooming gangs
GREATER Manchester Police’s chief constable has spoken out about grooming gangs, flags and the huge cost of policing football matches in the city.
3 min |
December 03, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Heart foundation honour for £150,000 fundraisers
THREE best friends from Rochdale have been honoured by the British Heart Foundation as ‘Fundraisers of the Year’ for raising more than £150,000 in memory of their lifelong friend who died from a heart attack.
3 min |
December 03, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Northern gateway transport agreed
MAJOR transport vision including Metrolink extensions and a new tram-train link for north Manchester has been endorsed by Rochdale town hall bosses.
2 min |
December 03, 2025
Rochdale Observer
'Stamp out menace of drug-driving' —- MP
Call comes after death of eight-year-old boy whose father was over the limit
2 min |
November 29, 2025
Rochdale Observer
One of town's last banks is set to be converted into a church
THE former RBS bank in Middleton will be converted into a new church. The old Royal Bank of Scotland building will become a place of worship following planning approval for the Redeemed Christian Church of God.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Joseph's car drives home powerful message
IT’S an image as shocking as the story behind it.
2 min |
November 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
'Town has tolerated traffic chaos for too long'
LITTLEBOROUGH ‘has tolerated traffic chaos for far too long’ according to Rochdale’s MP.
2 min |
November 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
'I've been complaining about the rats and mould for years'
A 63-YEAR-OLD woman says she has been complaining about rats and mould at her home in Rochdale every week for nearly three years.
2 min |
November 26, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Drive-thru plan tabled for former restaurant site
THE former home of a dessert takeaway in Rochdale could soon be transformed into a drive-thru restaurant.
1 min |