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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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January 03, 2026
Rochdale Observer
Two arrests after police helicopter deployed
TWO men have been arrested following reports of a 'police chase' in Rochdale.
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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.
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January 03, 2026
Rochdale Observer
‘Everytime I see a car I panic' - terror after mum's car torched
Hooded attackers set fire to Land Rover outside home
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December 31, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Coffee shop opens its doors
A FRESH aroma is drifting through Rochdale Riverside as Coffee House officially opened its doors on Saturday, December 20.
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December 31, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Urine found in shower after 45 caravans raided
AROUND 45 caravans were broken into in a series of ‘strange’ burglaries.
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December 31, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Volunteers are the lifeblood of our community - my sincere thanks go to them all
As 2025 draws to a close, I want to offer a few reflections on my first seven months as Mayor of Rochdale.
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December 27, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Schoolchildren give the gift of kindness
THE school community at Oulder Hill Leadership Academy united with enthusiasm, creativity and a shared commitment to giving back, as they transformed the festive season into a meaningful celebration of kindness and service through their Winter Gift Programme - bringing warmth and joy to others at a time when it is needed most.
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December 27, 2025
Rochdale Observer
'Families need someone to look to – I need to be there for them'
We take a look behind the scenes at funeral directors
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December 24, 2025
Rochdale Observer
MP hails government’s new dentistry reforms
ELSIE Blundell, Labour's MP for Heywood and Middleton North, has welcomed major new reforms to NHS dentistry that will make it easier for patients to get long-term treatment and urgent dental care through the NHS.
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December 20, 2025
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.
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December 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer
'Contamination and dumping' fears at former mill site
Concerns raised as planning application discussed
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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.
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December 17, 2025
Rochdale Observer
LET THERE BE LIGHT
Street launches annual Christmas campaign to help charity
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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November 29, 2025
Rochdale Observer
Joseph's car drives home powerful message
IT’S an image as shocking as the story behind it.
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