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Major revamp of Heywood public square completes

The transformation of a major public square in the heart of Heywood town centre has completed.                                           

Rochdale hosts photography exhibition to commemorate 25 years of KFOR in Kosova

An internationally renowned photography exhibition, marking the 25th anniversary of KFOR in Kosova, will open in Rochdale next month. ‘KFOR and Kosovo +25’ will be on display from 16 January until 28 February 2026 at Number One Riverside in the town centre.

Salt Separation Services Ltd to visit Bosch hydrogen HQ

Greater Manchester Business Growth Hub is proud to announce that Salt Separation Services Ltd, based in Rochdale, has been selected to join a prestigious visit to Bosch’s hydrogen headquarters in Germany this January.

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Northern Gateway: Tram-train transport scheme for huge employment site is approved

A major transport vision including Metrolink extensions and a new tram-train link for north Manchester has been endorsed by town hall bosses.                               

Rochdale businesses take centre stage at annual awards ceremony

Rochdale’s thriving business community gathered at Rochdale Town Hall in November for the 12th annual Rochdale Business Awards.

The event, which recognises the dedication and success of local businesses, was attended by 300 people and this

Fire festival sparks Rochdale’s Christmas countdown

The countdown to Christmas started at the weekend with thousands of people attending Ignite Fire Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-On at Rochdale Town Hall.                         

Fire festival returns to Rochdale with free entry and Christmas lights switch-on

It may be getting colder, but there’s hot news around Rochdale this week.  Final preparations are under way for Ignite Fire Festival taking place at Rochdale Town Hall Square from Friday 21 to Sunday 23 November, leading up

Rochdale’s regenerated Town Hall Quarter scoops top award

The stunning restoration of Rochdale Town Hall and surrounding square has earned another top honour.

Rochdale Development Agency has been named winner of APM’s Social Project of the Year Award at the APM Project Management