Local News from Thursday, October 9th, 2025

Walkouts by Bee Network bus drivers at Stagecoach and Metroline suspended after new pay offer, but minor disruption still possible

Parents in Heywood say they no longer feel safe at the school gates after new WhatsApp leaks revealed members of the self-styled Heywood Community Guards discussing direct action, late-night drives, and “door knocks” on local residents.

A long-dumped van with a rotting load and rat infestation is set to be cleared.

Counter Terrorism Policing North West has re-arrested a 30-year-old man in connection with last week’s terror attack in Crumpsall.

Planned bus strikes across Greater Manchester have been called off after Unite the Union agreed to ballot its members on a new pay offer, meaning most Bee Network services will now run as normal this weekend.

A Rochdale family has issued an urgent appeal to the public after their much-loved pony vanished from a field off Albert Royds Street.

Children in care from across Rochdale were honoured for their remarkable achievements at a joyful awards ceremony that combined celebration, entertainment and heartfelt recognition.

Specsavers Rochdale is hosting a special after-hours clinic to provide free sight and hearing checks for people experiencing homelessness, as part of national efforts marking World Homeless Day.

Organisers confirm 2026 date for town’s flagship summer music and food event, with main stage acts and tickets to be announced soon

It has been another extremely busy few weeks, with a packed diary of events, visits, and concerts.

Claims Places for Everyone campaigners had ‘very little time’ to respond to last-minute changes have been slapped down by landowners’ lawyers.

A week on from an unimaginable tragedy, a community gathered to honour two heroes – and show that ‘light can push away the darkness’.