Local News
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Dig deep into Rochdale’s past at Broadfield Park this JulyLocals of all ages invited to join free archaeological dig and discover the town’s industrial roots.
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Fire crews battle large blaze at Middleton storage unitResidents warned to stay indoors with windows shut as emergency crews battle massive fire in Townley Street.
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Big win for Hopwood Hall as teaching staff scoop national awardsHopwood Hall College is celebrating after staff were honoured in the Pearson National Teaching Awards, one of the biggest accolades in the education world.
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Bury flies Purple Flag for tenth year with focus on safety and evening economyBury celebrates a decade of Purple Flag accreditation as new measures are introduced to boost town centre safety and nightlife
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Bury man among four charged with smuggling cocaine through Manchester AirportA man from Bury is among four suspects facing court today after being charged with cocaine smuggling at Manchester Airport, following an investigation by the National Crime Agency.
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Rotary Middleton joins forces to clear balsam and rubbish from Alkrington WoodsRotary Middleton and the Friends of Alkrington Woods joined up for a community cleanup, clearing litter and invasive plants from the local beauty spot.
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Young footballer from Rochdale shines in international tournament as she dreams of Lioness futureA 13 year old footballer from Whitworth has returned from the Barcelona Girls’ Cup in Spain with a standout performance and hopes of one day representing England.
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Heritage tramline in Heaton Park could soon be back on trackA major boost from TfGM and VolkerRail has taken the historic Heaton Park Tramway a step nearer to welcoming passengers again after over a year out of service.
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Middleton road made safer as new pedestrian crossing opens near primary schoolA new pedestrian crossing has opened on one of Middleton’s busiest roads in a major win for safety and local schoolchildren.
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Littleborough Brass Band hits the right notes with Whit Friday contest winsLittleborough Brass Band brought rhythm and revelry to Saddleworth’s streets with a crowd pleasing twist at the 2025 Whit Friday March Contests, bagging a string of fourth section prizes while donning cowboy hats and playing a pop hit.
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Grinning Rochdale drug boss jailed after stabbing his own dealer and raking in £370k from cocaine empireA man who ran a large scale drug operation from his Rochdale home and violently assaulted an associate has been jailed for more than six years
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Rochdale in Rainbows returns this Sunday with a Pride Parade and celebration at Town HallRochdale Pride is making a vibrant return this Sunday, 22nd June, with a community celebration and colourful parade.
Notices
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ELR mourns passing of 93 year old volunteer ‘Godfather’ Bob JohnsonOne of the East Lancashire Railway’s most devoted figures, Bob Johnson, has died peacefully aged 93, after dedicating over three decades to the heritage railway.
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Big science day returns to Rochdale this June with free family funA free event full of hands-on science and art activities will take over Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre on Sunday 29 June
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Obituary: Celebration of Life for Norma SullivanMum and Dad (William, fondly known as Lol) shared many happy years as Landlady and Landlord of The Royal Oak in Ramsbottom during the late '80s and '90s
UK News
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Crucial evidence in Post Office scandal found in garage of retired computer expert after 30 yearsA damning report into the faulty Post Office IT system that preceded Horizon has been unearthed after nearly 30 years - and it could help overturn criminal convictions.
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Why I'm praying assisted dying bill passes major vote - even though it's not going to happen in my lifetimeOn Friday, the social fabric of England and Wales might be changed forever.
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UK attorney general has concerns over Iran-Israel warThe UK government's top legal adviser has raised questions over whether Israel's actions in Iran are lawful, according to a source familiar with discussions inside the government.
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Thousands of deaths in 2025 will be linked to air pollution, report warnsAround 30,000 deaths will be linked to toxic air in the UK in 2025, according to a report from leading doctors, as they urged the government to "recognise air pollution as a key public health issue".
