Local News from Monday, October 20th, 2025

Proactive policing in Rochdale sees arrests and dangerous weapons removed from streets

Officers make four arrests and seize drugs, cash, and eight weapons in day-long operation tackling violent and drug-related crime
New five-court padel club approved as demand to play the sport rockets

A five-court padel club is to be built to cater for ‘rapidly growing demand’ to play the sport.
Bonfire night events coming to Rochdale next month

Three bonfire night events will be delivered in Rochdale next month – all completely free of charge.
Last bank in Middleton to close

It is just a matter of months until Middleton’s last bank closes.
King Charles thanks emergency services during poignant Manchester visit

His Majesty commends first responders after Heaton Park synagogue attack