Local News from Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

Oldham Active REACH programme marks 20 years supporting recovery through exercise

A long running exercise referral scheme in Oldham has reached its 20th year after supporting thousands of residents recovering from serious health conditions.
Fair to celebrate Rochdale as birthplace of co-operative movement

A free fair celebrating Rochdale’s co-operative history will take place in the town centre on Saturday 23 May.
Rochdale men climb Snowdon nine times for Jolly Josh

A group of Rochdale men climbed Snowdon nine times over three days to raise money for Jolly Josh.
Dangerous street set for safety improvements

A notorious ‘race track’ where a man lost his life in Middleton is to be made safer.
Pre-school slammed by Ofsted in damning report

Children at a Rochdale pre-school don’t all have access to drinking water, according to a damning Ofsted report.
Hadfield cricket club welcomes new players at junior open day

Dozens of young people attended a junior open day at Hadfield St Andrew Cricket Club as the summer programme got under way. The event was aimed at children aged four to 13, including those new to the sport.

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