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Middleton train station to receive improvements

Park and ride capacity at Mills Hill rail station, Middleton, is set to more than double, allowing more people to access public transport while helping to reduce congestion and improve air quality

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New fostering information sessions announced

People across the Rochdale borough who are interested in finding out more about the rewarding role of fostering are encouraged to join online information sessions being run by Rochdale Borough Council’s fostering team.

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Supported living accommodation opens in Rochdale

A state-of-the-art supported living scheme to provide accommodation for adults with a range of support needs has officially opened.

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Longest serving staff member of Birch Hill Hospital retires

A nursing assistant who has worked at Birch Hill Hospital, Wardle, Rochdale, for 48 years, is retiring.

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Free school meal vouchers announced for Easter in Rochdale

Families whose children are eligible for free school meals, or are supported by children’s services, will receive vouchers to assist with the cost of food over the Easter holiday period in Rochdale.

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Riverside scheme celebrated as anniversary approaches

Rochdale Council is celebrating the success of the Rochdale Riverside scheme as it approaches the first anniversary of its opening.

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Council extends commitment to Food Solutions Warehouse

Rochdale Borough Council has extended its commitment to Food Solutions Warehouse.

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Norden children run 10k to raise money for Manchester Children's Hospital

Three kindhearted boys will be running a 10k to help raise £10k for the Renal Unit at Manchester Children's Hospital.

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Exhausted mum hits out over difficulties accessing services for autistic children

An exhausted mum has spoken out about her difficulties accessing vital services for her autistic children.

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Funding boost translates well as English speaking support services expand in Rochdale

Rochdale Borough Council has secured £50,000 to create a brand new one stop shop service to support residents who would like to learn English.

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Hospice and AFC Rochdale mascots buddy up

Rochdale AFC’s mascot, Desmond the Dragon, met up with Springhill Hospice's Springy the Frog this last week to celebrate Rochdale AFC Community Trust becoming the latest members of the Business Buddies scheme.

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Order against anti-social behaviour could be extended in Rochdale

An order aimed at reducing anti social behaviour in Rochdale town centre could now continue for another three years.