Local News
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Bury men jailed for historic sexual abuse of five girlsTwo men have been jailed for a total of 58 years for the systematic sexual abuse of five teenage girls in Bury between 1996 and 1999.
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Rochdale firm chosen for hydrogen mission to Bosch HQ in GermanyA Rochdale-based water treatment specialist is among a select group of Greater Manchester firms heading to Bosch’s hydrogen headquarters in Germany to tackle barriers to clean energy.
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Forget Me Not tree recycling service expands to Oldham and RochdaleFamilies across Oldham, Rochdale and all OL postcodes can now take advantage of Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice’s Christmas tree recycling service, as the charity expands its reach for 2026.
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Vets warn festive food could be fatal for pets this ChristmasAnimal charity urges caution as nearly half of UK pet owners plan gifts for their pets.
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MP condemns Rochdale firm over ‘fire and rehire’ tactics before ChristmasA Greater Manchester MP has condemned a Rochdale-based company in Parliament for trying to reduce workers’ pay just before Christmas using controversial employment tactics.
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Wheelchair-accessible ‘Pennine Queen’ boat launches at Hollingworth LakeA new chapter in inclusive outdoor activities has begun at Hollingworth Lake with the official launch of the ‘Pennine Queen’ a fully wheelchair-accessible Wheelyboat now available for community use.
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Rochdale Mayfield canteen to become community café thanks to lottery fundingA long-standing part of Rochdale's rugby scene is getting a new lease of life, as Rochdale Mayfield ARLFC prepares to convert its old canteen into a modern community café.
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Magic, mayhem and mega laughs as Aladdin shines in MiddletonA vibrant cast delivers festive joy in this year’s pantomime at Middleton Arena.
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The big ‘Bee Network Boats’ proposal Andy Burnham’s team ‘would support’It’s a warm May day in 2038, around 5:40pm. You’ve just finished work in MediaCity and you need to meet some friends in town by 6pm.
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Heavy delays near Prestwich and Simister Island after M60 breakdown blocks lanesTraffic is building around Prestwich and Simister Island this morning after a vehicle broke down on the M60
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Bolton Cancer Voices to host festive concert at Bolton Parish ChurchA special evening of seasonal music is set to take place this weekend as Bolton Cancer Voices presents ‘Christmas With Friends’ at Bolton Parish Church.
Notices
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Tributes paid to former Rochdale academy player Ellis Robinson following his death aged 22Former Rochdale AFC academy player Ellis Robinson has died, nine years after suffering a life-changing spinal injury while playing football.
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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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Europe must 'ramp up' pressure on Russia, says No 10 after Coalition of the Willing meeting with Volodymyr ZelenskyyEurope must "ramp up" pressure on Russia "to bring an end to this barbaric war", a Downing Street spokesperson said after Sir Keir Starmer chaired a meeting with the Coalition of the Willing.
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Arne Slot has 'no clue' whether Mohamed Salah has played last game for LiverpoolArne Slot has said he has "no clue" whether Mohamed Salah has played his last game for Liverpool.
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Storm Bram: 'Danger to life' warning as strong winds, heavy rain and flooding forecast for parts of UK and IrelandHeavy rain and flooding, bringing possible "danger to life," have been forecast for parts of Wales and England on Tuesday as Storm Bram hits the UK.
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Royal Navy chief gives stark warning: Fund defence or risk losing Atlantic to RussiaThe head of the Royal Navy has warned the government to "step up" and fund defence or risk losing the UK's superiority in the Atlantic to Russia.


