Local News from Friday, December 19th, 2025
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Man pleads guilty to sending ‘online threat’ to ex-Rochdale MP
A man has pleaded guilty to sending an ‘online threat’ to Simon Danczuk a former MP for Rochdale.
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Changes to council services for Christmas and New Year
Changes to opening times over the Christmas and New Year holidays mean most non-critical Rochdale Borough Council services will not be available from 4pm on Wednesday 24 December until Friday 2 January.
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OMD to headline major music event at Rochdale Town Hall Square in 2026
Synth-pop pioneers to return to their roots with all-star line-up as part of Greater Manchester Town of Culture.
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A year of listening, learning and lifting others up
As 2025 draws to a close, I want to offer a few reflections on my first seven months as Mayor of Rochdale.
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Mosque expansion given the green light
The planned expansion of a mosque in the heart of Rochdale will go ahead.
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Local pantries save Rochdale families over £160,000 in essentials and support
Community food pantries across Rochdale are helping hundreds of residents cut their shopping bills while also offering vital emotional and financial support.
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Woman, 78, dies after being hit by van on supermarket car park
A 78-year-old woman has died following a collision with a van in a supermarket car park in Oldham.

