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Police have launched an investigation after a knife was discovered close to St Annes CE Academy  on Hollin Lane in Middleton. St Annes CE Academy (Hollin Lane, Middleton) The weapon was found by a member of the public earlier today (22/01/2026) near the school premises on Hollin Lane . the member of the public stated that they were told by the operator "we are unsure when officers would be able to attend" . 2-hours later police arrived to secure the knife and to remove any p

The first court hearing between Hopwood Hall Estate Ltd and Rochdale Council took place today at Manchester Civil Justice Centre, marking the opening stage of a legal dispute that is now expected to proceed to a full two-day hearing. The hearing began at approximately 3:15pm and lasted around one hour. The defendant, Rochdale Council, presented its case first, outlining what it described as valid reasons for ongoing delays in correspondence with Mr DePree and his legal repres

A court hearing in the ongoing dispute between Mr. DePree and Rochdale Council has been scheduled for Monday, 19 January, at the Manchester Civil Justice Centre. 1 Bridge Street West, Manchester, M60 9DJ The case follows a series of events surrounding the management and future of Hopwood Hall Estate, a Grade II* listed historic property in Rochdale. In 2024, Rochdale Council barred Mr. DePree and a group of volunteers from the estate, citing health and safety concerns. The co

Today (8th November 2025) has been exactly one year since Mr. DePree and Volunteers lost the "Keys to the Castle" when Rochdale Council...

On Wednesday, 6th August 2025, a police cordon and a blue tent were seen at the Edgarwood Academy School in Middleton. Heywood Old Rd,...

On (Sunday 27th July) Police were called at around 7pm for a concern for welfare on Jubilee Road in Middleton. Jubilee Road in Middleton...

Employees and contractors of Maysand LTD are not adhering to Health and Safety regulations and guidelines while working at the Hopwood...

On (Tuesday 22nd July 2025)I visited RHS Bridgewater Gardens with friends, and it was an enjoyable experience with plenty to see. RHS...

The Hopwood Arms in Slattocks is truly unique, with landlords Ian and Mandy making every effort to ensure that everyone, including dogs...

The CEO of the Self Storage Association has criticise media outlets for reporting on the Storage World fire in Middleton, stating that...

The RSPCA has been contacted multiple times about a severely neglected dog at a residence on Wycherly Road in Rochdale. Concerned members...

A fire that broke out in a storage unit on Wednesday, June 18th, around 4:50 pm is being brought under control by firefighters who have...

Chief Constable Stephen Watson the corrupt Cop received a Knighthood in the Kings Birthday Honours on (Friday 13th 2025) Corrupt Chief...

Mr. Paul Jones served as the Assistant Headteacher at Middleton Technology School from 2018 to 2024, after which he assumed the position...

Rochdale Council seized control of Hopwood Hall Estate, believing that Mr. DePree had not submitted a viable business plan and that the...

A fire in Middleton on Hazelhurst Drive has damaged "several" properties. The blaze began at a house around 1 a.m. on May 23, 2025, and...

Hopwood Hall Estate's "Battle for the Castle" is led by Hopwood DePree and his committed team of volunteers, all working to preserve his...

Ordsall Hall is a former manor house with a history spanning over 750 years, offering a wealth of historical insights with the support of...

Hopwood DePree, an American actor and producer, will be visiting the Roch Valley Radio studio on Monday, 17th March, during the first...

An autistic student had a table pushed into him multiple times in the classroom while the teacher observed, and another student recorded...