https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:52:40 +0000 Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:52:40 +0000 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 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/661/omd-light-up-historic-night-in-rochdale-with-synth-pop-classics Synth-pop icons Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) made history in Rochdale on Friday, 7 August 2026. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:51:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/660/shisha-lounge-handed-court-closure-after-carbon-monoxide-exposure Phantom The Lounge on Maclure Road, Rochdale, has received a closure order due to excessive levels of carbon monoxide (CO) found on site by Rochdale Borough Council’s environmental health service. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:40:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/659/rochdale-heritage-project-shortlisted-for-top-archaeology-award The Broadfield Park Slopes activity programme, which included 3 major archaeological digs, has been shortlisted for a national heritage award. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:48:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/658/new-contractor-appointed-as-touchstones-rochdale-transformation-moves-up The redevelopment of Touchstones Rochdale, the borough’s major arts and heritage venue is progressing with the appointment of construction company Schofield and Sons. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:25:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/657/julie-murphy-appointed-as-chief-executive-of-rochdale-borough-council Rochdale Borough Council has appointed Julie Murphy as its new Chief Executive and head of paid service following approval by councillors at a meeting of full council. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:46:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/656/stars-align-as-adult-care-gets-more-praise-from-the-cqc Rochdale Borough Council’s adult care STARS service has been given a ‘good’ rating following a recent assessment by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:37:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/655/car-dealer-revs-up-support-for-feel-good-festival Auto dealer Premier Kia has renewed its support for this summer’s Rochdale Feel Good Festival. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:18:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/654/better-by-the-dozen-rochdale-borough-parks-win-green-flag-awards 12 outstanding green spaces across Rochdale borough are celebrating another year of Green Flag Award success. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:36:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/652/pupils-with-send-inspired-to-aim-high-at-rochdale-careers-event ‘Your future has no limits’ is the inspiring message being shared with young people with additional needs and disabilities across the borough of Rochdale. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:27:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/651/dreams-come-true-randb-icon-gabrielle-headlines-rochdale-feel-good-festival With summer 2026 already another big year for festivals, one of the longest running in Greater Manchester is Rochdale Feel Good Festival. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:16:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/650/more-than-a-game-footballs-role-in-one-familys-fostering-journey A foster family from Heywood have opened up about how their love for football has helped to create the ultimate loving environment for the children in their care. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:24:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/649/shop-smarter-brand-new-initiative-boosts-mayor-s-charities Donating to the mayor’s charities is now just a click away thanks to an online shopping app – and it won’t cost you an extra penny. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/647/new-funding-will-help-the-council-tackle-the-sticky-issue-of-chewing-gum-on-rochdale-s-streets Rochdale Borough Council has been awarded a grant from the Chewing Gum Task Force, administered by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, to help clean up gum and reduce gum littering. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/646/rochdale-man-convicted-following-fraudulent-covid-19-claim A Rochdale man who claimed more than £22,000 in COVID-19 business grants he wasn’t entitled to has been handed a suspended sentence and ordered to pay all the money back. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:05:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/645/local-arts-champion-to-help-lead-regeneration-of-smallbridge-hurstead-and-belfield A £20 million initiative to boost regeneration across Smallbridge, Hurstead and Belfield has taken a step forward with a board and chair now in place to oversee the project. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:24:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/644/council-annual-report-highlights-progress-and-ambition-for-the-borough The council has published its latest annual report, setting out progress against the plan and highlighting major achievements delivered for residents, businesses and communities during 2025/26. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:17:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/643/young-musicians-shine-at-rochdale-s-summer-sizzler-music-event More than 220 gifted musicians, including children as young as 7 years old, have been impressing local audiences with their talents. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0100 https://www.rochdale.gov.uk/news/article/653/more-main-stage-acts-announced-for-rochdale-feel-good-festival 2 new Rochdale bands will play the biggest gig of their careers this summer after being added to the line-up for Rochdale Feel Good Festival. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:53:00 +0100