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‘Lifeline’ Stockport parent and child walking group set to return at end of month
Bloom Buggy Babies, a walking and talking group for caregivers and children up to the age of 5 in Offerton was established in July last year
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Healthwatch Rochdale to prioritise community mental health in 2021/22
Borough residents were invited to share their views on where they thought the service should work over the next year
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Petition launched to bring new leisure centre to Offerton
The current leisure centre is based at the old Offerton High School site but the councillors say the site is outdated and offers limited activities
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Middleton college to tackle skills gap by expanding teacher training opportunities
It is hoped the course will equip people with the skills and qualifications to launch themselves into a classroom environment
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Illustrated maps of Brinnington created to get borough residents exploring
The first map showcases the area's green spaces while the second will highlight local walking routes and physical activity options while the third will cover historical landmarks
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Rochdale care company urges former hospitality employees to become caregivers
As the pandemic has brought unemployment the company, based on Dell Road in Shawclough, is urging local people to consider a career in care
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More Rochdale residents now qualify for Test and Trace support payment
From this month applicants no longer need to have rent or mortgage costs to claim the £500 financial support if they have been told to self-isolate because of coronavirus
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Rochdale community project set up to provide school uniforms for all
The scheme has been set up in Spotland and Falinge and residents can donate new or like-new uniforms so parents can then collect them from Spotland Methodist Church
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Rare sighting sends Rochdale birdwatchers on wild goose chase
Rochdale is no stranger to rare geese as in the 1990s and early 2000s the borough made national headlines as the only wintering site in England for the very rare Greenland white-fronted goose
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Middleton Post Office branch finds permanent home at Alkrington Library
The branch, which had been run temporarily at Alkrington Library, will now remain at the library long term ensuring it remains at the heart of the local community
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Tributes paid to the ‘heart’ of Norden’s village life
An active member of the village community Sue, who lived on Harewood Road, founded the park group in 2013 passed away suddenly on February 11
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Three Rochdale borough landmarks to be lit up in purple to mark Census 2021
Joining more than a hundred buildings across England and Wales the landmarks will be lit up this weekend to celebrate the upcoming census and its importance to local communities