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Thousands line streets for Prestwich Carnival Parade and family fun - Roch Valley Radio - Your Local Radio and News for Bury and Rochdale

3 days ago | rochvalleyradio.com | David Murphy

Families turned out in droves for a sun and showers weekend as Prestwich Carnival returned for its 2025 celebration, with music, floats, and community spirit taking centre stage.
Firefighters tackle Whitefield house blaze as five taken to hospital

5 days ago | rochvalleyradio.com | Adam Clark

Fire crews were called just before 5pm on Sunday 22 June to reports of a blaze at a domestic property on Sandgate Road, Whitefield. A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said:“At just before 5pm today (Sunday 22 June) fire crews were called to reports of a fire at a domestic property on Sandgate Road, Whitefield. “Six fire engines from Manchester Central, Whitefield, Heywood, Salford, Broughton and Agecroft quickly attended the incident.
Man arrested over indecent exposure incidents near Wardle parks

6 days ago | rochvalleyradio.com | Adam Clark

Police have arrested the male on suspicion of indecent exposure following a series of incidents in the Wardle area of Rochdale. Greater Manchester Police are investigating four reports of a man allegedly exposing himself to females walking near Water Grove Reservoir and Wardle Park between Monday 16 and Thursday 19 June. Neighbourhood Sergeant Jay-Naren Uppal described the incidents as “extremely concerning” and said the arrest had been made swiftly. “That man remains in our custody,” he confirmed.
'You've got a friend in me' as Whitworth wind band hits new high with over 40 players from across the school community

1 week ago | rochvalleyradio.com | Catherine Smyth

A passion for performance is echoing through the halls of Whitworth Community High School, where a thriving wind band now boasts over 40 musicians, including teachers, former students and even the headteacher. The band, which has been a long-standing fixture at the school, has grown significantly in recent years. Director of Learning for Creativity Mrs Goff said she first joined the school 21 years ago, when the band was much smaller.
Lifesaving legacy of ‘devoted’ dad-of-three who died during Holcombe hill run

1 week ago | rochvalleyradio.com | Chris Gee

The sudden death of an ‘ultra-fit’ father-of-three while running on Holcombe hill has led to lifesaving cardiac equipment being installed at the Peel monument. Andy Haines, 45, from Swinton, had a sudden heart attack while running on the hill with five other members of the Holcombe Harriers group. Andy, a former reservist soldier who served in Iraq, is remembered as a ‘loving and devoted family man’ with a passion for running, mountain biking, mountaineering and kayaking.
Local MPs call on House of Commons leader to allocate more time to assisted dying bill

1 week ago | rochvalleyradio.com | Adam Clark

Waugh and Frith have jointly signed an open letter urging the Leader of the House to extend scrutiny time for what they describe as "perhaps the most consequential piece of legislation that has appeared before the House in generations."The MPs raise serious concerns over the way the bill is being handled in Parliament. If approved, the bill would allow adults who are terminally ill to request medical assistance to end their lives, with the approval of two doctors and a High Court judge.
Officers release image of man after Heywood phone theft

1 week ago | rochvalleyradio.com | Adam Clark

The incident occurred on Bridge Street at around 2.25pm on Wednesday (12th June). As part of their investigation, officers have released an image of a man they wish to speak to. They believe the man may be able to assist with their enquiries into the theft. #APPEAL | Officers investigating a mobile phone theft on Bridge Street, Heywood, have released an image of a man that they would like to talk to as part of their enquiries. The incident occurred on 12 June at around 2.25pm. Any info?
Bury Council responds to ‘speculation’ over sale of Whitefield library

2 weeks ago | rochvalleyradio.com | Chris Gee

In February, this year, the authority said the building, owned by the local authority, was set to be purchased by NHS Property Services. Bury Council said the acquisition would enable the NHS to redevelop the ex-library site for health services with Whitefield Medical Centre, also known as The Uplands, moving to the site. Whitefield Library closed in 2017 and the building was subsequently used as a Covid vaccination centre from October, 2020 to September, 2022.
‘Rotten stink’ Pilsworth landfill site set to be allowed to expand operations

2 weeks ago | rochvalleyradio.com | Chris Gee

A controversial landfill site plagued by complaints about a ‘rotten stink’ is set to expand its operations – despite concerns of those living nearby. The Environment Agency (EA), who oversee the operations of Valencia Waste Management at the Pilsworth South site on Pilsworth Road said it is ‘minded to’ approve a permit to increase the volumes of mixed non-hazardous waste allowed to be treated at the site at a new recycling plant.
Woman charged with murder after body of 84-year-old man found in Prestwich

2 weeks ago | rochvalleyradio.com | Adam Clark

Greater Manchester Police said officers were called to an address on Butterstile Lane on March 13th, where they discovered the body of an 84-year-old who was later identified as David Berman. After a thorough investigation by the force’s Major Incident Team, 70-year-old Daryl Berman, of Butterstile Lane, has been charged with murder. She remains in custody and is due to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (June 10th).