https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 27 May 2026 10:43:27 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:43:27 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/636/huge-medieval-event-to-celebrate-rochdale-s-historic-roots A massive Medieval fair, with music, activities, combat displays and more, is set to take over Rochdale town centre this June. Tue, 26 May 2026 16:01:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/635/rochdale-to-benefit-from-sewer-heat-recovery-to-warm-hospital-schools-and-homes Wastewater from a sewer in Rochdale is set to supply 28GWh of low-cost, low-carbon heating to the town’s hospital, schools, leisure centre and homes. Tue, 26 May 2026 11:35:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/634/metal-recycling-scheme-provides-17000-summer-boost-for-andy-s-man-club Andy’s Man Club has been awarded a £17,000 donation by Rochdale Borough Council this May through a national scheme that recycles metals such as artificial joints and coffin fittings after cremation. Tue, 26 May 2026 09:53:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/633/historic-bridge-lights-restored-and-shining-once-again The historic lights on local landmark, Queen’s Park Bridge, are blazing once again, with final touches following its multi-million pound restoration now complete. Fri, 22 May 2026 11:08:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/632/rochdale-welcomes-new-mayor The borough of Rochdale welcomed its new mayor as Councillor Faisal Rana was sworn in to office during a ceremony in Rochdale on Wednesday, 20 May 2026. Fri, 22 May 2026 10:02:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/631/inspiral-s-clint-boon-confirmed-for-huge-omd-show-in-rochdale One of the UK’s most sought-after club, festival and event DJs has been announced as the host for Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark’s (OMD’s) headline show at Rochdale Town Hall Square this summer. Tue, 19 May 2026 15:39:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/630/food-drinks-and-fun-street-eat-returns-to-rochdale-town-hall-square Organisers of Street Eat, the popular food festival returning to Rochdale Town Hall Square on Saturday, 30 May 2026 have revealed more about the 2026 line-up. Mon, 18 May 2026 13:30:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/629/rochdale-s-promotion-heroes-celebrate-in-style 4,000 fans gathered on Rochdale Town Hall Square on Tuesday, 12 May 2026 to celebrate with Rochdale AFC’s promotion-winning team, after they attended a civic reception at the town hall. Thu, 14 May 2026 11:34:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/628/it-only-takes-a-minute-to-receive-a-fly-tipping-fine A Heywood woman has been fined after a pile of waste was found fly-tipped with evidence of her address only a minute’s walk away from her home address, resulting in an appearance in court. Wed, 13 May 2026 09:11:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/627/promotion-heroes-set-for-town-hall-celebration Rochdale AFC’s promotion-winning team will meet fans in Rochdale on the evening of Tuesday, 12 May 2026 after attending a civic reception at the town hall. Mon, 11 May 2026 15:55:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/626/fair-to-celebrate-rochdale-s-role-as-the-birthplace-of-the-co-operative-movement A major fair celebrating Rochdale’s role as the birthplace of the worldwide co-operative movement is coming to Rochdale town centre this month. Fri, 08 May 2026 15:58:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/625/from-silver-screen-to-street-art---giant-mural-revealed-in-rochdale An epic new mural has been unveiled in Rochdale town centre, and it’s the biggest of them all. Fri, 08 May 2026 13:18:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/624/rochdale-wedding-show-returns-to-inspire-couples-planning-their-big-day Final preparations are under way for Rochdale Wedding Show, being staged at Rochdale Town Hall on Sunday, 17 May 2026. Tue, 05 May 2026 09:44:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/623/town-centre-crackdown-continues-through-operation-tetbury Rochdale Borough Council held a successful week of action with a crackdown on illegal trading, unlicensed accommodation, and property standards in Rochdale town centre. Fri, 01 May 2026 09:33:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/622/rochdale-favourite-dave-sweetmore-back-on-the-feel-good-main-stage Popular Rochdale DJ Dave Sweetmore will host the main stage at this August’s Rochdale Feel Good Festival. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:49:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/621/children-encouraged-to-get-ready-with-teddy-in-new-school-readiness-campaign Children starting reception in September 2026 are being encouraged to ‘Get ready with Teddy’ as part of a new school readiness campaign being launched by Rochdale Borough Council. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:28:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/620/nominations-open-for-third-raising-rochdale-education-awards Nominations are open until Friday, 10 July 2026 for a special awards ceremony which recognises the ongoing dedication and outstanding contributions of education professionals across the borough. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/619/worlds-best-cyclists-heading-to-middleton Details of the route taken by riders competing in 2027's iconic Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift have been revealed and it will see some of the best cyclists in the world pass through Middleton. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:22:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/618/former-rochdale-caf%25C3%25A9-owner-sentenced-for-covid-fraud A Rochdale man who claimed a £10,000 covid grant he was not entitled to has been sentenced after pleading guilty to fraud at Manchester and Salford Magistrates’ Court. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:53:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/617/more-main-stage-acts-announced-for-rochdale-feel-good-festival 2 more acts have been added to the line-up for this summer’s Rochdale Feel Good Festival. Soul and funk pioneers The Allergies, and Manchester indie artist Alex Spencer will take to the main stage. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0100