Local News from Monday, December 1st, 2025

Emergency crews respond to Rochdale crash involving child and two adults

Emergency services rushed to the scene of a two-car crash on Edenfield Road in Rochdale on the evening of Monday 1 December, with a child and two adults treated for minor injuries.
Middleton lights up in memory of beloved council officer Lauren Mason

A specially commissioned Christmas light has been installed outside Middleton Library in tribute to popular local council officer Lauren Mason, who died suddenly last November.
Another bank will be converted into a church in Middleton

A town centre bank which closed its doors in spring will be transformed into a church.
Rochdale Council Leader Neil Emmott provides update on suspended Chief Exec

Leader Neil Emmott confirms suspension of James Binks following allegations linked to his previous role at Manchester City Council.
Chief executive of Rochdale council suspended

The chief executive of Rochdale council has been suspended following allegations of ‘inappropriate behaviour’.