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• Row erupts over claims Tottington Facebook group removed posts about by election candidate

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• Councillors raise concerns over strike dispute at St Cuthbert’s High School in Rochdale

  Two Rochdale councillors have written to a Catholic academy trust raising concerns about an ongoing strike at St Cuthbert’s High School. They say the dispute is affecting pupils, families and the wider community.

• Rochdale MP calls on Travelodge to strengthen hotel security after guest assaulted in room

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• What is really happening at the former soap star’s home in Heywood

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• Green Party selects Tottington resident Chloe King as candidate for Bury by election

  The Green Party has selected Tottington resident Chloe King to stand as its candidate in the upcoming Tottington ward by election in Bury.

• Bury pub The Blue Bell unveils £400,000 refurbishment with new fireplaces and expanded space

  A well known Bury pub has reopened following a £400000 refurbishment that introduces three fireplaces, an upgraded kitchen and a redesigned indoor and outdoor layout.

• New McDonald’s drive-thru refused on health grounds

  A new McDonald’s drive-thru for Rochdale has been rejected due to the potential impact on public health.

• Rochdale home buyers invited to explore new homes at Silver Hill Manor event

  House hunters in Rochdale are being invited to attend a spring home buyers event at the Silver Hill Manor development on Saturday 14 March.

• Charity in Bury appeals for help after Henry Hoover stolen from community project

  A charity in Bury has appealed for help after a Henry Hoover used in its community work was stolen from its premises.

• Candidates confirmed for Tottington by election

  Five candidates have been confirmed for the Tottington by election which will take place on Thursday 2nd April.

• Reform UK selects George Martin as candidate for Tottington by election

  Reform UK Bury has selected George Martin to stand in the Tottington ward by election next month. The party said he was chosen after reviewing several applicants.