https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:24:30 +0000 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:24:30 +0000 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 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/678/young-people-set-to-benefit-from-expanded-youth-services-thanks-to-new-funding Young people across the borough of Rochdale are to have increased access to a wide range of youth activities and support under one roof. Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:29:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/677/dates-announced-for-ignite-fire-festival-set-to-light-up-rochdale-with-new-displays The spectacular Ignite Fire Festival will be returning to Rochdale this November for 3 evenings of magical family entertainment, with organisers promising it will be bigger and better than ever. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:50:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/676/hat-trick-of-announcements-as-middleton-s-regeneration-moves-up-a-gear A hat trick of announcements has cemented Middleton’s renewed regeneration drive, as its Mayoral Development Corporation continues to take shape. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:36:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/675/council-urges-families-to-apply-on-time-for-secondary-school-places Parents are being urged not to miss the deadline to apply for their child’s secondary school place after 331 families submitted their applications late last year. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:12:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/674/international-exchange-middleton-goes-wild-for-nature-inspired-mural Drivers and pedestrians in Middleton town centre are noticing some new wildlife popping up along their commute. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:49:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/673/council-widens-cost-of-living-support-with-15-million-cash-injection The council has implemented a further package of cost of living assistance for residents across the borough of Rochdale who are most in need. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:19:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/672/armed-forces-community-to-be-honoured-at-festival-of-remembrance The borough will come together at Rochdale Town Hall on Friday, 16 October 2026 for a Festival of Remembrance to pay tribute to members of the armed forces community. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:33:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/671/rochdales-renaissance-report-shows-boost-greater-manchester-town-of-culture-brought-to-town Rochdale’s year as Greater Manchester’s Town of Culture generated a multi-million-pound boost to the local economy, according to a report published this month. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:40:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/670/council-poised-to-purchase-major-middleton-landmark Rochdale Borough Council has struck a deal to acquire Middleton’s Warwick Mill, in a huge boost to the ongoing regeneration of the area. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:58:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/669/expanding-trainer-flat-scheme-helps-care-leavers-to-thrive-in-adulthood A new ‘trainer flat’ which gives cared for young people a taste of what it is like to live independently has been opened by Rochdale Borough Council. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:46:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/668/newly-restored-victorian-manor-house-turned-caf%25C3%25A9-opens-its-doors A 19th century manor house in Rochdale, which has lain empty for decades, has been transformed into a café, which will formally open this weekend. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:06:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/667/don-t-lose-your-vote---residents-reminded-to-check-voter-registration-details The borough's residents are being urged to check their electoral registration details or risk losing their chance to vote on decisions that affect them. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:39:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/666/rochdale-steps-up-its-heritage-offer-with-restoration-of-local-landmark The restoration of a unique set of historic steps which are more than 4 centuries old has been completed in the heart of Rochdale town centre. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:03:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/665/gcse-results-on-the-rise-as-rochdale-pupils-continue-to-excel More pupils across the borough of Rochdale are achieving higher grades in English and maths following the latest set of GCSE results. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:28:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/664/exciting-new-play-area-coming-to-lower-place Local families will soon benefit from a new inclusive play area at Lower Place, funded by developer contributions and additional Rochdale South Township funding. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:11:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/663/free-breakfast-clubs-extended-to-7-more-rochdale-schools More children in Rochdale will have access to a free breakfast before school from September after 7 local schools successfully applied to the national breakfast club programme. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:39:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/662/sunshine-and-smiles-dreams-come-true-at-rochdale-feel-good-festival Thousands packed Rochdale town centre in the summer sunshine on Saturday, 8 August 2026 for Rochdale Feel Good Festival. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:37:00 +0100