Historic Delph home with riverside setting on the market
A striking period property in the heart of Delph has come to market, offering buyers the chance to own a character-filled home set within picturesque…
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Gentle humour meets social insight in The Little French Cinema screening
ENJOY gentle humour, social insight and beautiful scenery as The Little French Cinema presents a screening of ‘À L’Abordage’. The comedy drama (cert 12A) will…
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Easter fun and games at Grotton Circus and Spring Market
ENJOY Easter fun and games at a Circus and Spring Market event at The Grotton Pavilion on Saturday, April 11. The event, hosted by Grotton…
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‘Wait until Dark’ thriller brings twists and turns to Millgate audiences
A CLASSIC thriller full of twists and turns will keep audiences on the edge of their seats as Saddleworth Players present ‘Wait until Dark’. The…
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New flexible event space The Loom helps weave brighter future for Oldham
NEW event space The Loom is helping to weave a brighter future as part of Oldham’s £450million town centre transformation. Guests gathered to celebrate the…
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Appeal for Dobcross Whit Friday volunteers
THE CALL has gone out for more volunteers to make sure Dobcross’ Whit Friday goes swimmingly. As well as the brass band contest on May…
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A62 closed at Standedge as emergency crews tackle fire near Diggle
Emergency services are currently responding to a fire on the A62 in the Standedge area, forcing a full road closure between Diggle and Marsden. Fire…
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Uppermill Band to give Mossley A Grand Day Out
UPPERMILL Band is to treat people to A Grand Day Out at its latest concert. And Wallace and Gromit will again be the inspiration. Following…
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East Crompton pupils show ‘imagination and passion’ to win Bellway’s eco competition
THREE Shaw primary school pupils who showed ‘imagination and passion’ are the lucky winners of a Bellway competition celebrating British garden wildlife. Chloe Laycock, Layla…
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Nine shows, Eight days, and a whole lot of magic: Ian Cheeseman’s whirlwind tour of the stage
From West End blockbusters to Bristol spectaculars and local triumphs, Ian Cheeseman dives head‑first into a jam‑packed week of theatre – celebrating standout performances, unforgettable…
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Pub run by Saddleworth butcher celebrates mystery TV win after filming
A SADDLEWORTH butcher who runs a pub in Ashton-under-Lyne has revealed it has won a television competition after hosting a film crew last week. The…
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Community group funding boosts by outgoing Mayor of Austerlands
COMMUNITY groups and organisations received welcome donations from the outgoing Mayor of Austerlands after his successful year in office. Paul Skyes handed over the reins…
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How Oldham Traders Handle Tech Breakdowns Without Closing the Till
A till freezes mid-transaction. Stock system down, Saturday noon, queue at the door. Close up or scramble. Those are the options most Oldham traders know.…
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‘Residential institution’ plan for Denshaw hotel
A DENSHAW hotel will be converted into what is termed as a ‘residential institution’ if planning permission is granted. But the latest proposal for Clough…
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Hidden Hero award for FCHO’s inspirational 84-year-old volunteer
AN 84-year-old volunteer who is a ‘true inspiration’ for her work with First Choice Homes Oldham’s (FCHO) has been named the housing association’s March Hidden…
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Saddleworth rowing hero’s documentary scoops film festival award
A DOCUMENTARY charting the remarkable Atlantic journey of Saddleworth businessman Frank Rothwell has won a prestigious prize at a major film festival. The film, The…
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Clough Manor convenience store plan refused
PLANS to place a convenience store and coffee shop at the site of a former Denshaw hotel have been refused. Sophia Hartwell, of Saddleworth Holdings…
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New Saddleworth-shot documentary shines light on isolation and power of creativity
A NEW documentary filmed in Saddleworth is putting a spotlight on how creativity can bring people together – even in the face of isolation, unemployment…
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Local hospice invites new voices to help guide future care
PEOPLE from across Oldham are being encouraged to step forward and help shape the future of end-of-life care as Dr Kershaw’s Hospice looks to welcome…
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‘100 Apprentices in 100 Days’ challenge across Oldham
AN AMBITIOUS new initiative aims to help young people take their first steps into work while supporting businesses across the borough to grow their future…
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Oldham actor ready to go it alone – on his doorstep
A SADDLEWORTH-BASED actor is ready to go it alone on his own doorstep, in front of many who know him. William Ash may be familiar…
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Villagers gear up for historic Maundy Thursday Road End Fair
A HISTORIC village tradition is being kept alive as Greenfield’s Maundy Thursday Road End Fair will return this Easter. The event, which reportedly dates back…
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Mayor of Austerlands tradition continues to soar with former RAF squadron leader
A long‑standing 70‑year‑old community tradition is reaching new heights with the appointment of a former RAF squadron leader as the new Mayor of Austerlands. Robert…
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Mossley charity launches new shopping space at Spring Fayre
A HOMELESSNESS charity in Mossley celebrated the launch of a new shopping space at its Spring Fayre. Emmaus Mossley welcomed local residents and supporters to…
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Oldham’s new market an instant hit at grand opening
AFTER months of wondering, worries and even rows, Oldham’s new market is officially open for business. And if the queue of people snaking around the…
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Saddleworth Rotary makes egg-stra special Easter donation
SADDLEWORTH Rotary Club is spreading Easter cheer with a generous scheme. Members agreed to set aside £1,000 to ensure all children and young people in…
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‘It Has It All’: Oliver Alvin Wilson on why Macbeth is the ultimate Actor’s challenge
From blockbuster TV to the Royal Shakespeare Company, Alvin‑Wilson has built an impressive career — but he tells Ian Cheeseman that nothing compares to the…
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Why local firms struggle when their paperwork piles up faster than revenue
Small businesses across the UK often find themselves caught in a familiar bind. Revenue trickles in steadily enough, but the administrative burden grows faster. Invoices…
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Nightbird Project brings art-based therapeutic sessions to Dr Kershaw’s
A FREE art-based therapeutic group will allow people with serious and life-limiting illnesses to share their stories and create new memories. The Nightbird Project, run…
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Lydgate gears up for its first community duck race
Residents are being invited to take part in a fun-filled day as Lydgate prepares to host its very first duck race. The event will take…
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Understanding the Tools That Protect Your Online Privacy
The digital landscape has become more complex than ever. With the rapid integration of sophisticated AI into search engines and social media, alongside a significant…
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Oldham Choral Society warms up for Spring concert with Singing Workshop Day
OLDHAM Choral Society and guests were in fine voice as they came together to prepare for their upcoming Swing into Spring concert. The Singing Workshop…
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Saddleworth Morris Men back in action with Easter Tour of villages
SADDLEWORTH Morris Men are polishing their clogs and dusting down their eye-catching waistcoats and sashes as they prepare to launch their 2026 season with their…
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Saddleworth councillors to call for an end to Oldham’s spin cycle
SADDLEWORTH councillors are to press the Oldham borough authority to ‘cut the spin.’ Opponents of the ruling Labour group say they are braced for a…
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