Local News from Thursday, May 15th, 2025

Young people urged to ‘fly high’ as local MP launches summer school

Elsie Blundell MP has launched a new summer school aimed at giving teenagers from Heywood and Middleton North a glimpse into careers in public service and government
Police investigating 'anti semitic attack' at Prestwich office block

Police are investigating following an incident where a Prestwich office block has been covered in red paint and graffiti.
New ceremonial mayor of Rochdale sworn in

The new mayor of Rochdale took on the civic chains in an official ceremony last night.
Officers appeal for witnesses after assault in Middleton

Police are calling on the public for information after a 62-year-old man was attacked near Middleton cemetery earlier this month
The controversial plans for a Spar store that don’t seem to go away

The developer who was refused permission to build a new Spar convenience store in Littleborough has lost an appeal.
Community mosaic and mural unveiled in Prestwich

Two new public artworks have been unveiled in Prestwich, one at the Creative Living Centre on Bury New Road and another at Prestwich Metrolink stop on Fairfax Road as part of a collaborative community art project.
Massive night at the Crown Oil Arena as Dale chase playoff glory

It’s all on the line tonight as Rochdale AFC face Southend United in a huge Vanarama National League Playoff Eliminator under the lights, in front of a packed Crown Oil Arena. Kick-off is at 7.45pm.