Local News from Monday, August 18th, 2025

Building twice rejected as a HMO for more than 25 people could now be converted into flats

A former glass and furniture showroom just 50 metres from a Metrolink stop could be converted into 20 flats.
Heywood church closed after break-in causes major damage

Community left shaken as church halts worship and outreach groups following break-in
RBH send in bulldozers to demolish six empty Heywood homes after safety concerns and fly-tipping issues

Rochdale Boroughwide Housing begins clearance of structurally unsound Claybank Street properties, with future redevelopment under consideration.
Shining bright as Rochdale opens first of four jewel-named children’s homes

Rochdale has opened the first of four new residential homes for children in care, part of a £3.4m investment to keep young people closer to their families and communities.
A56 closed after lorry overturns causing chaos for drivers in Rossendale

One of Lancashire’s busiest routes has been shut this morning after an articulated lorry overturned and smashed through the central reservation.