Rochdale Honours 2026: Local Heroes Recognised
Rochdale celebrates its New Year Honours recipients, including Lioness Keira Walsh MBE, and looks ahead to long-term investment in the town's future. Discover the stories behind the awards.
Rochdale celebrates its New Year Honours recipients, including Lioness Keira Walsh MBE, and looks ahead to long-term investment in the town's future. Discover the stories behind the awards.
A Rochdale charity secures £74,685 to expand its creative 'Blissful Bumps' programme, offering vital mental health support to expectant parents. Discover how this initiative is building a stronger community.
Rochdale Borough Council has validated a wide range of new planning applications, including housing developments, extensions, and commercial projects. See the full list of proposals.
Rochdale Borough Council has determined key planning applications, including the refusal of six new homes and approval for office-to-flat conversions. Get the full details on local development.
A series of celebrity organ concerts featuring the magnificent, historic JJ Binns organ begins in Rochdale Town Hall in January 2026. Discover dates, performers, and how to book tickets for this unique cultural experience.
Bruno Mars reveals his first global tour in a decade, 'The Romantic Tour', including two nights at London's Wembley Stadium in July 2026. Get ticket and presale details here.
Naomi Rees-Issitt receives a British Empire Medal after her charity OurJay, founded following her son Jamie's death, has installed over 500 defibrillators and saved 24 lives. Discover her mission.
Lincolnshire Agricultural Society selects Lincolnshire Emergency Blood Bikes Service as its 2026 Charity of the Year. Discover how this vital, volunteer-run NHS support service saves lives.
Leading figures from Welsh business, education, and innovation sectors have been recognised in the King's New Year Honours List. Discover the inspiring stories behind the awards.
Leading UK family charities reveal simple New Year resolutions for parents to boost children's wellbeing in 2026. From phone safety to emotional support, discover small changes with a big impact.
Vernon Everitt, Chair of Transport for Wales, receives a CBE for his outstanding public transport contributions. Read about his pivotal role in Manchester and Wales.
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President of the University of Leicester, receives a knighthood in the 2026 King's New Year Honours for his transformative work in higher education and inclusion.
Hull College Principal and CEO Debra Gray has been awarded a CBE in the New Year Honours. The honour recognises her leadership in turning around the college's fortunes and her services to education. Read her inspiring story.
Dr Tanya Moore, Essex County Council's Principal Social Worker for Adult Social Care, receives an MBE for services to UK social work. Discover her three-decade career impact.
Synth-pop legends OMD will headline a major outdoor show at Rochdale Town Hall Square in August 2026, joined by Peter Hook and The Light and A Certain Ratio. Book tickets now for an unforgettable night of 80s hits.
Hundreds of revellers were left disappointed in Birmingham city centre after a non-existent New Year's Eve fireworks display was falsely advertised online for the second consecutive year. Police had issued warnings.
An affordable £7.99 habit tracker from Amazon is helping shoppers stick to their New Year's resolutions for 2026, from fitness to new hobbies. Discover the bestselling planners aiding a better life.
Ring in 2026 with Graham Norton's star-studded BBC special featuring Tom Hiddleston, Laura Dern, Carey Mulligan and more. Tune in at 10:30pm on BBC One and iPlayer.
Discover 10 unique New Year's Eve superstitions and traditions from around the world to try at midnight for good luck and prosperity in 2026. From polka dots to pomegranates.
WhatsApp launches four festive features including animated stickers and video call effects to enhance your New Year's Eve 2025 messaging. Discover how to use them now.
Consultant Oncoplastic Surgeon Eleri Davies receives an MBE in the 2026 New Year Honours for her dedicated work in breast cancer care and regional risk reduction services in Wales.
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President of the University of Leicester, receives a knighthood for his transformative work in higher education and championing inclusion. Discover his remarkable journey.
From polka dots to pomegranates, discover the global New Year's Eve superstitions and midnight rituals believed to bring wealth, love, and good fortune for 2026.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will deliver his New Year's message at 10.30pm tonight. Get the latest on his speech and the political rivals also addressing the nation.
Robert Nolan, Chair of Deafblind UK, receives an OBE for 26+ years of advocacy. Discover how his work supports 450,000 people with combined sight and hearing loss.
A Detective Chief Superintendent, a police investigator, and a volunteer chaplain from West Yorkshire Police have been recognised in the King's 2026 New Year Honours List for exceptional service.
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across the UK from January 2nd, warning of travel disruption and hazardous conditions. Stay informed with the latest forecast.
Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani shares a powerful New Year message for 2026, reflecting on meeting Pope Leo and the timeless Christian call to hope amidst uncertainty. Read her full address.
The New Wellington in Brierley Hill cancels its New Year's Eve event due to unforeseen circumstances. The pub will close at 8pm and has issued refunds. Read the full story.
Birmingham faces a cold, wet New Year's Day with highs of just 6°C and scattered showers. Get the full Met Office forecast for the West Midlands and UK snow warnings.