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Shop keeper attacked with hammer

A shop worker was hit over the head with a hammer during a robbery in Rochdale.
At about 10.20pm on Sunday, 7 February 2010, the 34-year-old man was attacked as he arrived at the Premium Food and Wine store on Manchester Road, Castleton.
He got out of his car and was approaching the back of the shop down an alleyway when he was set upon by two offenders.

Date published: 09/02/2010

Health staff recognised for baby friendly achievement

Bilingual Support Worker Soniya Jabeen, Health Visitor Margaret George, Infant Feeding Co-ordinator Val Rimmer and Bilingual Support Worker, Samina Kauser receive their certificates

Health staff from NHS Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale Community Healthcare have been recognised for their commitment towards the UNICEF baby friendly initiative in the borough to promote...

Date published: 09/02/2010

A present you don't want for Valentine’s Day

St Valentine’s Day brings the prospect of hearts, flowers, chocolates, romantic getaways – and a sexually transmitted infection!
The Health Protection Agency North West is issuing this stark warning as figures reveal the region has some of the highest rates for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in England and Wales. ...

Date published: 09/02/2010

Love shouldn't hurt

Police in Rochdale and the council are sending their own message to victims of domestic abuse this Valentine’s Day – Love shouldn’t hurt!

As part of the borough’s new Hands Off! Campaign against domestic abuse, special Valentine’s cards will be handed to town centre visitors across Heywood, Middleton, Rochdale and the Pennines. ...

Date published: 09/02/2010

Anger at loss of mature trees

Residents point out the eight foot board fencing recently erected enclosing the line of trees on Bridgefold Road

Spotland residents are angry at the possible loss of more mature trees in their area.
Since planning permission was granted for 150 homes to be built there by Seddon Homes on the former...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Castleton Councillors reject Forum decisions

Frank Salt

What is the point of the area forums? A question being asked by Castleton residents after their democratically agreed and voted on decisions on improvements to the Village, with funds...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Cadet Poppy Appeal breaks all records

Caring cadets from Rochdale Borough are amongst 4,000 young cadets serving in the Army, Sea Cadet and Air Training Corps in units based all over Greater Manchester, who have raised nearly £110,000 for the Poppy Appeal – the largest amount in the country - with money still rolling as some units have yet to declare their collections. ...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Call for clarity on police numbers

Chief Superintendent John O'Hare.

It was revealed last week that Greater Manchester Police were amongst the forces likely to reduce the number of full-time police officers because of restraints on public spending....

Date published: 08/02/2010

Rochdale Tourist Information Centre is one of the best

Touchstones

Rochdale Tourist Information Centre has been recognised as one the best in the UK when it comes to visitor satisfaction. Visit England, the organisation responsible for tourism in England,...

Date published: 08/02/2010

GMP wins innovation award

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Greater Manchester Police has won an award for innovation in its fight against crime.
The force’s Design for Security consultancy has scooped the Association of Chief Police Officer’s...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Man assaulted in Castleton

Detectives in Rochdale are investigating an assault after a man required hospital treatment to facial injuries.
The 51-year-old man had been drinking at the Woolworths Social Club in Castleton on Saturday 6 February.
It is believed he was attacked on Manchester Road, between 12.10am and 2am on Sunday 7 February. ...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Get in the running

National deafness and hearing loss charity RNID is appealing for people from the Borough to sign up for this year’s Great Manchester Run and raise vital funds for deaf and hard of hearing people.
The charity is urging people to join the RNID Run Team and apply for one of RNID’s guaranteed places at Manchester’s famous 10k run, which takes place on Saturday 16 May 2010. ...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Fuel Poverty Awareness Day

Fuel Poverty Awareness Day, on 12 February, is a national campaign which aims to highlight the effects of living in a cold home on people’s health.
With the country experiencing the most severe winter in over 30 years, the campaign aims to draw attention to the health problems caused by living in a cold, damp home and urges vulnerable people to keep their heating on until...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Heartfelt support cardiovascular health check programme

Jim Dobbin MP receiving a cardiovascular health check at the House of Commons

Jim Dobbin MP for Heywood & Middleton received a cardiovascular health check at the House of Commons where he welcomed the Primary Care Cardiovascular Society (PCCS) and Heart UK’s call for...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Campaigners welcome concessions on TV product placement

North West health campaigners 'Our Life' has welcomed reports that the government has watered down its plans to allow products to be marketed through television programming.
TV producers will now not be allowed to feature any branded alcohol, junk food or gambling in programmes. ...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Support for British Legion manifesto

Soldiers from the Second Battalion of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers.

Paul Rowen MP has pledged to support the British Legion manifesto. The manifesto outlines the key actions that the Legion would like the next Government to take to improve the welfare of...

Date published: 08/02/2010

New £2500 grant for Rochdale employers

Due to the high number of young people out of work – recently estimated at 1 in 5 – a new grant of £2500 is available to help local employers take on young apprentices. The cost of apprenticeship training is provided free in addition to the grant to benefit employers further. ...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Transfer of power to local government

Radical measures taken by the Government over the last six months will enable councils to continue to improve public services despite the tighter public spending constraints, Communities Secretary John Denham said. ...

Date published: 08/02/2010

Three Owls has closed its doors

Three Owls Bird Sanctuary has closed its doors

Three Owls Bird Sanctuary in Norden has sadly had to close the doors to its hospital and stop its aviary-work with the birds because they have struggled to keep up with the legislation...

Date published: 07/02/2010

Help Laura to raise money for Springhill Hospice

Rochdale Online reporter Laura Wild

Rochdale Online reporter Laura Wild is taking a big leap for charity.

The brave journalist will jump out of a plane from 10,000 feet in a tandem skydive on Sunday 21 March in aid of...

Date published: 07/02/2010

'A great do for a great Mayor'

Mayor and Mayoress, Councillor Keith Swift and Ms Sue Etchells - The Mayor's Charity Ball 2009

More than 250 people joined the Mayor and Mayoress of Rochdale last night (Saturday 7 February) for the annual Mayor's charity ball.

Guests were welcomed with a drinks reception before...

Date published: 07/02/2010

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