Local News from Thursday, April 16th, 2026

Rochdale development agency delivers £14.30 return for every £1 invested

An independent report has found Rochdale Development Agency generates £14.30 for every £1 spent, significantly exceeding national value for money benchmarks.
Dad of two completes 100km run to support local hospices

A Greater Manchester father has raised nearly £5,000 after running 100 kilometres in a single day to support hospice care across the region.

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