https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 15 Nov 2026 05:39:05 +0000 Sun, 15 Nov 2026 05:39:05 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/699/lest-we-forget-borough-falls-silent-to-mark-remembrance-day Thousands gathered across the borough for Remembrance Day services to honour the nation’s war heroes and pay their respects to those who have made sacrifices in defence of the country. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:52:00 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/698/council-issues-admissions-reminder-to-parents-before-the-new-year Parents who have children starting primary school next September are being reminded to apply for their child’s school place before Friday 15 January 2027. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:18:00 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/697/fire-festival-returns-to-rochdale-with-free-entry-and-christmas-lights-switch-on Final preparations are under way for Ignite Fire Festival taking place at Rochdale Town Hall Square from Friday, 20–Sunday, 22 November, leading up to the much anticipated Christmas lights switch-on. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 09:19:00 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/696/christmas-toy-appeal-calls-on-borough-residents-to-help-families-in-need Rochdale Borough Council’s staff-run charity 'Number One Riverside Giving Back' is now collecting donations for this year’s Christmas Toy Appeal. Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:37:00 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/695/shortlisting-announced-for-raising-rochdale-education-awards-2026 The shortlist for this year’s Raising Rochdale Education Awards has been announced. Tue, 10 Nov 2026 09:52:00 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/694/major-boost-for-middleton-as-sale-of-landmark-town-centre-building-completes Middleton’s regeneration has taken another major step forward with the council formally completing the purchase of Warwick Mill from developers, Kam Lei Fong. Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:29:00 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/693/gold-rush-at-north-west-in-bloom-awards The borough of Rochdale blossomed with success at this year’s North West in Bloom awards, celebrating a bumper year achieving 21 gold awards and 8 overall category wins. Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:55:00 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/692/lest-we-forget-borough-comes-together-to-reflect-and-remember Residents across the borough will have the chance to pay their respects to those who have made sacrifices in defence of the country at Remembrance Day services. Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:07:00 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/691/rochdale-foster-carers-honoured-for-465-years-of-dedicated-service Foster carers who, between them, have clocked up a total of 465 years supporting children and young people across the borough have been recognised by Rochdale Borough Council. Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:10:00 +0000 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/689/wheels-fall-off-for-drivers-who-failed-to-stop-for-heywood-school-crossing-patrol 2 irresponsible drivers who failed to stop for a school crossing patrol in Bury Old Road have had their vehicles seized by police. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:20:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/688/rochdale-crowned-britain-in-bloom-champion-after-striking-gold Rochdale is celebrating a blooming brilliant victory after striking gold at this year’s Britain in Bloom awards and being crowned the overall winner of the Town Centres and City Centres category. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:24:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/687/rochdale-town-hall-s-feted-restaurant-scoops-international-award Rochdale Town Hall’s Martlet Kitchen has picked up the Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice Award 2026, placing it among the top-rated restaurants in the world on the popular review site. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:12:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/686/new-homes-open-doors-to-wider-community-benefits A scheme to deliver 81 new homes for local people in Rochdale is already delivering huge social value across the borough. Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/685/live-music-project-brings-early-evening-gigs-to-rochdale-following-greater-manchester-success The Early Doors Club, known for staging successful early evening live music events in Bolton and Wigan, has launched in Rochdale thanks to funding from GMCA's Culture Fund. Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:33:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/684/inspiring-cared-for-children-achievements-recognised-by-council The achievements of more than 200 cared for children and young people have been recognised by Rochdale Borough Council during a special awards ceremony. Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:39:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/683/fire-festival-set-to-return-to-rochdale-with-spectacular-new-attractions The countdown to Christmas begins in Rochdale next month with the return of the spectacular Ignite Fire Festival and magical family entertainment leading up to the festive lights switch-on. Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:27:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/682/on-record-rochdale-s-new-album-celebrates-town-s-music-history An album of iconic music recorded in Rochdale by local artists has already reached millions of listeners on national radio and thousands more on streaming platforms. Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:26:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/681/libraries-team-up-with-charity-to-help-families-access-free-school-uniforms Libraries across the borough are teaming up with a local charity to help families access thousands of free pre-loved school uniforms and shoes. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:43:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/680/diamond-shines-as-4th-new-childrens-home-opens-in-rochdale The 4th and final new children’s home has now opened as part of Rochdale Borough Council’s £3.4 million investment into the expansion of its residential provision. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:39:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/679/pioneering-digital-autopsies-enhance-local-coroner-s-service The need for invasive post-mortems across Rochdale, Bury, and Oldham could be reduced by up to 80 per cent thanks to pioneering new digital autopsies. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:50:00 +0100