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Friends group launched in bid to save Saddleworth’s Moorgate Halt
A CAMPAIGN to save a Saddleworth level crossing has taken a step forward. Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) bosses want to close Uppermill’s Moorgate Halt and…
Dove Stone barbecues – despite ban – cause fire service response
BARBECUES being lit by people at Dove Stone Reservoir forced firefighters to rush out. Sunny weather saw hundreds of people converge on the Greenfield site…
Saddleworth Peace Group to mark 80th anniversary of Hiroshima
SADDLEWORTH Peace Group is holding a vigil on Wednesday, August 6 to mark the 80th anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and…
Motorcyclist fighting for life after M60 collision
A MOTORCYCLIST is fighting for his life in hospital after being involved in a collision on the M60 motorway. It happened on Saturday afternoon (July…
Lydgate development finally allowed after series of rejections
A LONG-RUNNING row over land at Lydgate linked to the suffragette movement has seen a house finally allowed to be built on it. Simon Leigh…
National Highways releases images after M60 crash and closure
NATIONAL Highways has released images following the closure of the M60 in Greater Manchester today (Monday, July 7). A multi-vehicle collision involving heavy goods vehicles…
Hotel in Saddleworth faces removing shepherds’ huts
A SADDLEWORTH hotel faces removing shepherds’ huts after planning permission for them was refused, more than two years after they were installed. The three structures…
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Creative Max designs ‘beautiful’ badge for Saddleworth Rushcart
A ‘BEAUTIFUL’ badge featuring the Saddleworth Rushcart with rolling hills in the background was picked as the winning design for this year’s Rushcart badges. The…
5 Types of Health Checks You Need To Have Regularly
Maintaining your health is more than just about diet and exercise; regular health checks are vital for preventing and addressing potential health issues. Consistent appointments…
Win £1,000 and a host of top prizes in the Francis House summer raffle
FRANCIS House Children’s Hospice is offering a top prize of £1,000 to anyone who buys the winning ticket in its summer raffle. Tickets are on…
Pennine Gardening Group seeks new leader
THE Pennine Gardening Group is seeking a new group leader to begin in September 2025. It has been meeting for the past fifty years and…
Three cheers as sell-out Saddleworth Beer Festival raises £2,600 for charities
A HOST of brews at Saddleworth Beer Festival proved so popular that the kegs were drunk dry before last orders as well as raising £2,600…
‘Reflection’ terrace transformed at Saddleworth School
A ROOFTOP terrace at Saddleworth School has been revitalised with the support of Redrow. The £1,700 donation has enabled the outdoor space at the site…
Professor Brian Cox inspires young minds in Oldham
PUPILS at Delph Primary School were among the captivated audience as Professor Brian Cox, renowned physicist, returned to his roots with a series of awe-inspiring…
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Films from around the world come to Delph for Saddleworth Film Society new season
AN EXCITING programme of award-winning films from around the world is coming to Delph as Saddleworth Film Society announces its new season. The Society will…
Abney Orchestra brings sound of music with Summer Concert
THE sound of music will raise the roof at Christ Church Friezland as Abney Orchestra presents its Summer Concert. The friendly community orchestra, based in…
Disco fundraiser to support inclusive dance in Saddleworth
SADDLEWORTH School of Dance CIC, a not-for-profit Community Interest Company, is holding a Daytime Disco Fundraiser on Saturday, July 12, 3–8pm at Uppermill Civic Hall.…
Greenfield gears up for Saddleworth’s biggest summer bash
GREENFIELD Primary School will throw open its gates on Saturday, July 12 for one of its most popular summer events, Fun Fest 25. Running from…
Beatles Complete bring Beatlemania to Uppermill Civic Hall
A TASTE of Liverpool’s legendary music scene is heading to Uppermill this summer as Beatles Complete bring their acclaimed tribute show to the Civic Hall…
Saddleworth students put Roald Dahl’s Matilda centre stage
A TALENTED cast of students from Saddleworth School are taking centre stage to present a vibrant and energetic production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical…
Raise a glass for Saddleworth Beer Festival return
RAISE a glass, or two, as the popular fundraising Saddleworth Beer Festival returns. Brews from up and down the country will be available for visitors…
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Saddleworth woman hopes to make a splash after co-creating new swimming app
A SADDLEWORTH woman is going in at the deep end with a new app for swimming teachers, schools and operators. Atlantis: The Swimming Teachers’ App…
Over 30 finalists named for 17th Oldham Business Awards
THE excitement is building across the borough for this year’s Oldham Business Awards. Preparations for the ceremony at the Queen Elizabeth Hall have stepped up…
The new network helping local hospitality go green
LOCAL hospitality venues are being encouraged to join a new network designed to help them on the journey to net zero. The Green Hospitality Network…
Housing Units launches Summer Sale
Advertisment feature HOUSING Units, the department store renowned for its exceptional service and unique shopping experience, is proud to announce the launch of its highly…
Wiggett Homes site manager lands top award
A SITE manager from Ashton-under-Lyne is celebrating after winning a top housing industry award. Steve Jackson, who works for Wiggett Homes, has been recognised for…
Mossley funeral director making itself big part of its community
A MOSSLEY-BASED funeral director is taking pride in making itself a big part of the community it serves. Anthony Barton Independent Family Funeral Services offers…
Saddleworth law firm Pearson delighted at ‘outstanding’ year with £1 million growth
PEARSON Solicitors and Financial Advisers are celebrating exceptional financial and operational results for the financial year ending April 2025, up £1 million on last year.…
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Uppermill FC aims for Saturn 5 with Inspiral Carpets-sponsored kit
A SADDLEWORTH football club is ready to blast off to Saturn 5, thanks to a sponsorship agreement with indie icons Inspiral Carpets. Uppermill FC’s first…
Showdown at Twickenham for Saddleworth scrum half
A TEENAGE rugby union player is looking forward to lighting up the Twickenham turf when he turns out for Lancashire. Zac Baker, from Grasscroft, is…
Oldham Active upskills fitness team to support customers using GLP-1 weight loss medications
OLDHAM Active is the first leisure provider in the UK to officially train and qualify its fitness team to deliver advice and guidance on GLP-1…
Waterhead’s own Marc Sneyd becomes part of rugby league folklore with Wembley hat-trick
WHAT started at Waterhead now has a place in rugby league history. However, Marc Sneyd would rather not have collected a third Lance Todd Trophy…
How Saddleworth could taste Wembley rugby league glory – with an Australian accent
THE ACCENT definitely does not come from Saddleworth but if Luke Yates gets success at Wembley, it will certainly have played a huge role. The…
Ex-Saddleworth School pupil and Wigan Warriors star donates signed shirt
SADDLEWORTH School was proud to welcome back former pupil and current Wigan Warriors professional Jacob Douglas, who returned to his old stomping ground to donate…
Charlie Raglan adds Spanish flavour to Oldham Athletic’s bid for Wembley win
CHARLIE Raglan will spark Spanish celebrations – as well as some in Saddleworth, Shaw, Slattocks, St Mary’s and St James’ – if Oldham Athletic make…
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Free workouts and hot meals for eligible Oldham teens
LOCAL teenagers are being given a boost to their health and wellbeing this summer. A new initiative is providing fitness opportunities for children aged 14…
New course to give local students digital skills edge
YOUNG people across Greater Manchester will be among the first to access a prestigious new computing certificate. The course includes artificial intelligence (AI) and machine…
Free summer holiday activities for eligible families
WITH the school summer holidays upon us, young people across Oldham can look forward to enjoying some fun in the sun. Local eligible families can…
Harvest Queen Amelia keeps At Home tradition alive
ST Thomas Leesfield Church’s Harvest Queen Amelia Grace helped to keep a popular tradition alive with her At Home event. Eight-year-old Amelia, who attends St…
MASHUP calls for young creators to be part of creative explosion
ARE you a young creator into dance, music, drama, film, writing, digital or doing else that doesn’t fit into a box? MASHUP is your chance to…
Ofsted praises ‘exemplary’ pupils at The Oldham Academy North
THERE were celebrations for ‘thrilled’ students and staff at E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) after their recent Ofsted report full of praise and compliments.…
New Headteacher announced for The Oldham Academy North
THE OLDHAM Academy North (TOAN) has announced the appointment of James Wilson as its new headteacher, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the…
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Oldham’s new market to open in September as traders prepare for big move
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM’S new market will officially open in September, Oldham council has confirmed. Traders from Tommyfield Indoor Market, which…
Support with urgent burials set to be extended
PEOPLE across Oldham will now be able to access registrar services outside of normal hours, for support with urgent burials. The council says the change…
Poundland in Oldham town centre abruptly closed after landlord repossession
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter POUNDLAND in Oldham town centre has been repossessed by its landlords, the Local Democracy Reporting Service understands. Staff…
Fare dodging on Metrolink “not worth the risk” as 3,000 caught
MORE than 3,000 fare dodgers were fined on the Ashton and Oldham Metrolink lines in the first four months of 2025. Enforcement officers dished out…
Gun found during Oldham police search of woodland
POLICE have recovered a gun during a search of woodland in Oldham. Officers from the Greater Manchester force’s Operation Vulcan unearthed a revolver while scouring…
Oldham Council renames Spindles shopping centre in major revamp
By Charlotte Hall- Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM Council is renaming its town centre shopping mall – but not everyone is convinced by the rebrand.…
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Property focus: Rock Farm, Delph
GUIDE PRICE £1,000,000 to £1,100,000 – currently on the market with West Riding. View more here Experience the beauty of countryside living at Rock Farm,…
Property Focus: Burnedge Fold Road, Grasscroft
The Saddleworth Independent has teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest on the property market in the area. To view this property…
Property focus: Springmere, Delph
We have teamed up with West Riding Homes to bring the latest from the property market in the area. To view this property online click…
Property focus: The Meadow, Delph
We have teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest from the property market in the area. To view this property online or…
Property of the week: Marslands, Diggle
We’ve teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest from the property market across Saddleworth. To view this property of the week, make…
Saddleworth property of the week: Carr Lane, Diggle
View this property with West Riding by clicking here Welcome to an extraordinary three bedroom weaver’s period property, a stunning gem dating back to 1760,…
New to the market: Clough Lane, Saddleworth
We’ve teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest from the property market in the area View this property online here This four…
Local Politics and Election Coverage View More
Abrahams retains Saddleworth seat for Labour
A JUBILANT Debbie Abrahams retained her seat for Labour in Oldham East and Saddleworth with almost double as many votes as her nearest competitor. Despite…
Vandalism strikes election campaign sign in Saddleworth
AS THE clock ticks down towards the general election, one Saddleworth voter has made their feelings clear by vandalising a campaign sign. For a banner…
Saddleworth general election candidates state their aims
SADDLEWORTH will once again go to the polls on July 4 as the nation votes for its Prime Minister. Current incumbent Rishi Sunak called a…
Who can I vote for in the general election in Saddleworth? Candidates revealed
THE candidates for this year’s general election have been confirmed. Voters will go to the polls in Saddleworth on July 4, with the election now…
General election billed as a chance to shape Saddleworth’s future
THE FORTHCOMING general election is a chance to go back to the future for Oldham East and Saddleworth, its now former MP believes. Debbie Abrahams…
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