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OMD light up historic night in Rochdale with synth-pop classics

Synth-pop icons Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) made history in Rochdale on Friday (7 August) bringing their acclaimed ‘Summer of Hits’ tour to town alongside post-punk legend Peter Hook with his band The Light, and Manchester’s post-punk

Entries Open for Folk Album of the Year Award 2027 Following Successful Launch

Submissions now open to artists, labels and publishers for Folk Album of the Year 2026, with entries closing at 23:59 on Friday 30 October 2026. Application is here

Following a hugely successful inaugural year that reached more than 50,000 people online

New contractor appointed as Touchstones Rochdale transformation enters next phase

The transformation of Touchstones Rochdale has reached another significant milestone, with Schofield and Sons appointed to deliver the next phase of construction works as the landmark regeneration project moves into its final year.         

Rochdale heritage project shortlisted for top archaeology award

The Broadfield Park Slopes activity programme, which included three major archaeological digs, has been shortlisted for a national heritage award.                                   

Gabrielle Headlining at Rochdale Feel Good Festival This August

Rochdale’s biggest music and entertainment festival is back on Saturday 8 August 2026.

With just a few weeks to go, excitement is building for the return of Rochdale Feel Good Festival, as the town centre comes alive

Powering Rochdale’s Growth: RAP Industrials & Renewables Journey

In business, growth is often measured in turnover, projects delivered or new markets entered. For RAP Industrials & Renewables, however, the real story is one of relationships, trust and a relentless willingness to evolve.        

Rochdale at the Heart of Greater Manchester’s Innovation Investment

Rochdale will play a leading role in Greater Manchester’s innovation funding, with the borough positioned at the centre of the city region’s push to drive growth, create jobs and unlock private investment.

The funding,

Middleton regeneration takes another step forward

A consultation on the formation of a mayoral development corporation (MDC) for Middleton has just launched.