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Breaking News

  • Oldham Council leader to step down, ending 15 years of Labour rule

  • House plan for historic Dobcross warehouse

  • Reform sweeps into Saddleworth as local politics enters uncertain new era

  • Reform UK makes Saddleworth breakthrough with two ward wins

  • POLLING STATIONS ARE OPEN across the area for today’s elections.

  • Diggle Scarecrow Trail raises £3,000 as winners announced

  • Residents evacuated after ‘suspicious device’ discovered in Greenfield

  • Featured News

    Bell rings again at Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre as theatre tradition returns

    THE sound of the famous theatre bell is once again echoing around Delph after its return to the Millgate Arts Centre was warmly welcomed by…

    Gemma Carter May 11, 2026
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  • Breaking News Elections Featured News Oldham

    Oldham Council leader to step down, ending 15 years of Labour rule

    By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter THE leader of Oldham Council, Cllr Arooj Shah, has confirmed she will be stepping down from her post…

    Gemma Carter May 11, 2026
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  • Featured News

    Community woodland project You Matter marks two years of supporting Saddleworth’s mental wellbeing

    You Matter has just celebrated its second birthday as a community interest company in Saddleworth, offering nature-based activities in a restored woodland setting to help…

    Georgia Spratt May 10, 2026
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  • Breaking News Featured News

    House plan for historic Dobcross warehouse

    A HISTORIC former Dobcross warehouse will be converted into a home if planning permission is granted, But applicant Chris Johnston insists the character of the…

    Gary Carter May 10, 2026
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  • Breaking News Elections Featured News

    Reform sweeps into Saddleworth as local politics enters uncertain new era

    SADDLEWORTH woke up to a dramatically changed political landscape following the local elections, after Reform UK secured major breakthroughs across the parish. The party claimed…

    Adam Higgins May 10, 2026
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Featured News

Bell rings again at Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre as theatre tradition returns

Gemma Carter May 11, 2026 bellchimesclockDelphmillagte arts centreSaddleworth

THE sound of the famous theatre bell is once again echoing around Delph after its return to the Millgate Arts Centre was warmly welcomed by…

View More Bell rings again at Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre as theatre tradition returns
Breaking News Elections Featured News Oldham

Oldham Council leader to step down, ending 15 years of Labour rule

Gemma Carter May 11, 2026 arooj shahelectionsLabour PartynewsOldhamOldham CouncilSaddleworth

By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter THE leader of Oldham Council, Cllr Arooj Shah, has confirmed she will be stepping down from her post…

View More Oldham Council leader to step down, ending 15 years of Labour rule
Featured News

Community woodland project You Matter marks two years of supporting Saddleworth’s mental wellbeing

Georgia Spratt May 10, 2026 newsSaddleworthUppermillyou matter

You Matter has just celebrated its second birthday as a community interest company in Saddleworth, offering nature-based activities in a restored woodland setting to help…

View More Community woodland project You Matter marks two years of supporting Saddleworth’s mental wellbeing
Breaking News Featured News

House plan for historic Dobcross warehouse

Gary Carter May 10, 2026 DobcrossnewsOldhamplansSaddleworthwool rpad

A HISTORIC former Dobcross warehouse will be converted into a home if planning permission is granted, But applicant Chris Johnston insists the character of the…

View More House plan for historic Dobcross warehouse
Breaking News Elections Featured News

Reform sweeps into Saddleworth as local politics enters uncertain new era

Adam Higgins May 10, 2026 electionsnewsOldham CouncilReformSaddleworth

SADDLEWORTH woke up to a dramatically changed political landscape following the local elections, after Reform UK secured major breakthroughs across the parish. The party claimed…

View More Reform sweeps into Saddleworth as local politics enters uncertain new era
Breaking News Elections Featured News

Reform UK makes Saddleworth breakthrough with two ward wins

Gemma Carter May 8, 2026 electionsnewsOldhamReform UKSaddleworth

Saddleworth is waking up with a teal tinge after Reform UK took two of the area’s wards in Oldham’s local elections. Peter Klonowski ousted sitting…

View More Reform UK makes Saddleworth breakthrough with two ward wins
Breaking News Elections Featured News

POLLING STATIONS ARE OPEN across the area for today’s elections.

Gemma Carter May 7, 2026 2026electionsnewsOldhamSaddleworth

Voters can cast their ballots between 7am and 10pm. Important information for voters: • You will need to bring valid photo ID to vote •…

View More POLLING STATIONS ARE OPEN across the area for today’s elections.
Oldham

Oldham Credit Union CEO joins Boundary Park sleep-out

Adam Higgins May 5, 2026 Boundary Parknewsoldham credit union

A NIGHT under the stands at Boundary Park offered a stark reminder of a reality many face every day. Oldham Credit Union’s CEO, Lyndsey Gilkes,…

View More Oldham Credit Union CEO joins Boundary Park sleep-out
Featured Lifestyle

Girl backs hospice’s Rose to Remember campaign in grandad’s honour

Adam Higgins May 5, 2026 dr kershaw's hospicenewsrose to rememberSaddleworth

A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD girl from Oldham is helping support Dr Kershaw’s Hospice’s Rose to Remember campaign after seeing first-hand the care the hospice gave to her…

View More Girl backs hospice’s Rose to Remember campaign in grandad’s honour
Entertainment Featured

In My Shoes share stories of home, place, and community at Millgate Arts Centre

Aimee Belmore May 5, 2026 Delphin my shoesMillgate Arts CentrenewsSaddleworthwelcome home

WHAT does ‘home’ mean to you? That is the thought-provoking question in the latest original piece of theatre by In My Shoes Theatre Company. The…

View More In My Shoes share stories of home, place, and community at Millgate Arts Centre
Featured News

New road markings to tackle congestion at Dovestones

Aimee Belmore May 5, 2026 congestionDovestone ReservoirGMPGreenfieldkeep clear

NEW ‘keep clear’ road markings are sending a strong message to drivers near Dovestones Reservoir as authorities try to prevent a repeat of recent congestion.…

View More New road markings to tackle congestion at Dovestones
Featured Lifestyle

Saddleworth fundraiser supports Palestinian women’s education

Gemma Carter May 4, 2026 charitynewsOldhamsaddleworhtsaddleworth womens palestinian supportWalk

A charity event in Saddleworth has raised more than £1,200 to support women pursuing education in challenging circumstances. The ‘Solidarity Stroll with Tea and Talk’,…

View More Saddleworth fundraiser supports Palestinian women’s education
Business Featured

How a lost wallet led to 25-year career at Oldham business

Aimee Belmore May 2, 2026 Hills PanelsHPPnewsOldhamSaddleworth

WHEN Phil Hatton found a wallet on the pavement outside Hathershaw mini-market, little did he think it would led to a 25-year career at Hill’s…

View More How a lost wallet led to 25-year career at Oldham business
Lifestyle

Grab a bargain at ‘New To’ sale in Springhead

Aimee Belmore May 2, 2026 new to salenewsSaddleworthSpringhead

GRAB a bargain at a ‘New To’ sale at Springhead Congregational Church on Thursday, May 7. There will be a variety of pre-loved clothing and…

View More Grab a bargain at ‘New To’ sale in Springhead
Featured News

Firework warning after discarded casings found at beauty spot

Adam Higgins May 2, 2026 DovestoneGreenfieldSaddleworth

POLICE have issued a warning after discarded firework casings were discovered in one of the upper fields at Dovestones, raising fresh concerns about fire risks…

View More Firework warning after discarded casings found at beauty spot
Featured Lifestyle

New project aims to preserve Oldham’s rich dance heritage for future generations

Adam Higgins May 2, 2026 Global GroovesMossleySaddleworth

FROM Morris dancing to South Asian traditions, a new heritage project is shining a spotlight on Oldham’s dance communities – and local people are being…

View More New project aims to preserve Oldham’s rich dance heritage for future generations
Featured Youth

Little Rascals get creative in Denshaw with storytelling and performing arts

Aimee Belmore May 2, 2026 Denshawlittle rascals play groupnewsSaddleworth

THERE is fun, food, storytelling and performing arts in store at Little Rascals Playgroup in Denshaw. The free playgroup runs every Monday from 9.30am to…

View More Little Rascals get creative in Denshaw with storytelling and performing arts
Featured Lifestyle

Ascot glamour in Saddleworth as stylish fundraiser returns for hospice

Adam Higgins April 30, 2026 dr kershaw's hospicenewsSaddleworththe white hart

ONE of Oldham’s most glamorous charity events is off to the races once again, as Ascot Ladies’ Day returns to The White Hart Inn in…

View More Ascot glamour in Saddleworth as stylish fundraiser returns for hospice
Breaking News Entertainment Featured

Diggle Scarecrow Trail raises £3,000 as winners announced

Gemma Carter April 29, 2026 charityDiggle Scarecrow trailnewsSaddleworth

Organisers of the Diggle Scarecrow Trail have revealed this year’s winners after another successful event in Diggle. While the trail wrapped up at the end…

View More Diggle Scarecrow Trail raises £3,000 as winners announced
Featured Lifestyle

Saddleworth Morris Men prepare for diary full of dance outs

Aimee Belmore April 29, 2026 Morris dancingnewsOldhamsaddleworth morristour

A BUSY schedule will see Saddleworth Morris Men dance locally as well as around the country over the coming months. They start their dance outs…

View More Saddleworth Morris Men prepare for diary full of dance outs
Entertainment Featured

Classic play ‘All My Sons’ comes to Delph thanks to National Theatre Live

Aimee Belmore April 29, 2026 all my sonsDelphMillgate Arts Centrenewstheatre

A TRIUMPHANTLY acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play ‘All My Sons’ is coming to Delph thanks to National Theatre Live. The film recording…

View More Classic play ‘All My Sons’ comes to Delph thanks to National Theatre Live
Featured Lifestyle

Fun for family and four-legged friends at Dog Show and Craft Fair

Aimee Belmore April 29, 2026 greenfield dog shownewsOldhamSaddleworth

FOUR-LEGGED friends and all the family can enjoy a great day out at a Fun Dog Show and Craft Fair in Greenfield. The event, hosted…

View More Fun for family and four-legged friends at Dog Show and Craft Fair
Entertainment Featured

Ibiza dance classics set to bring party atmosphere to Uppermill

Gemma Carter April 28, 2026 Horns of IbizaK KlassnewsSaddleworthUppermill

A night of high-energy music and live performance is set to hit Uppermill as Horns of Ibiza comes to Saddleworth. The Ibiza-inspired dance party will…

View More Ibiza dance classics set to bring party atmosphere to Uppermill
Featured Sport

Tour de France to pass through Saddleworth

Gary Carter April 27, 2026 2027DelphnewsSaddleworthsportTour de France

IT IS official, The Tour de France is coming to Saddleworth. Bike races coming through the area are nothing new, but in 2027 the women’s…

View More Tour de France to pass through Saddleworth
Featured News

Saddleworth couple Set For Life with National Lottery win

Gary Carter April 27, 2026 denby and sam sinclairDenshawDigglenational lotterynewsSaddleworthwin

A SADDLEWORTH couple is in the money after winning £10,000 every month for a year in a National Lottery competition. Denby and Sam Sinclair, of…

View More Saddleworth couple Set For Life with National Lottery win
Breaking News Featured News

Residents evacuated after ‘suspicious device’ discovered in Greenfield

Gary Carter April 26, 2026 bomb squadGreenfieldSaddleworth

PEOPLE living in Greenfield have been evacuated from their homes following the discovery of a ‘suspicious device.’ Police at the scene in Greenfield Bomb squad…

View More Residents evacuated after ‘suspicious device’ discovered in Greenfield
Lifestyle

Dedicated volunteer Debbie is FCHO’s Hidden Hero

Aimee Belmore April 25, 2026 Deborah Thornton SMCT and Tanisha Rigby FCHOnewsOldham

A DEDICATED volunteer who helps run Sholver Community Centre and takes part in local litter picks is First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO)’s April Hidden Hero.…

View More Dedicated volunteer Debbie is FCHO’s Hidden Hero
Featured Lifestyle

Discover creative talents and new friendships with Canalside crafters

Aimee Belmore April 25, 2026 canalside craft and chateventnewsSaddleworth MuseumUppermill

A GROUP celebrating more than 20 years of creative making and friendship is inviting budding and established needlecrafters to join their weekly get-togethers. Canalside Craft…

View More Discover creative talents and new friendships with Canalside crafters
Featured News

Appreciation Award for dedicated founder of Saddleworth Carers

Aimee Belmore April 25, 2026 Awardeamonn O'dalyeddie mooresnewsSaddleworthSaddleworth Carers

THE DEDICATED founder of Saddleworth Carers Group has received a much-deserved Appreciation Award from the Mayor of Oldham. Doctor Eamonn O’Daly, from Uppermill, launched the…

View More Appreciation Award for dedicated founder of Saddleworth Carers
Breaking News Featured Sport

Oldham scoops national netball glory

Gary Carter April 25, 2026 Oldham Netball Under 13s Champions (2)Saddleworthsport

OLDHAM is now home to more national champions after its future generation of netball stars claimed silverware. The town’s Under-13s side walked away victorious after…

View More Oldham scoops national netball glory
Business

The Anti Perfect Trend Taking Over Interior Design

Gemma Carter April 24, 2026

Interior design is shifting. For years, homes were styled to look flawless with clean lines, matching palettes, and showroom-level perfection. Now, a new movement is…

View More The Anti Perfect Trend Taking Over Interior Design
Entertainment Featured

Model Railway Exhibition steams back into Uppermill

Aimee Belmore April 23, 2026 model railwayMuseumnewsOldhamSaddleworth

SADDLEWORTH Model Railway Exhibition is steaming back into Uppermill bigger and better than ever before. This year’s charity event, first launched in 2020, will take…

View More Model Railway Exhibition steams back into Uppermill
Breaking News Elections Featured News Oldham

Local elections 2026: Who you can vote for in Saddleworth South 

Gary Carter April 22, 2026 Conservative PartyGreen PartyLabour PartyLiberal DemocratsLocal Elections. SaddleworthOldham CouncilReform UKSaddleworth South. Labour Party

PEOPLE in Saddleworth get the chance to decide who they want to represent them on Oldham Council as the area goes to the polls on…

View More Local elections 2026: Who you can vote for in Saddleworth South 
Breaking News Elections Featured News Oldham

Local elections 2026: Who you can vote for in Saddleworth North

Gary Carter April 22, 2026 BoteConservative PartyGreen PartyLabour PartyLiberal DemocratsLoval ElectionsOldham CouncilReform UKSaddleworthSaddleworth North

PEOPLE in Saddleworth get the chance to decide who they want to represent them on Oldham Council as the area goes to the polls on…

View More Local elections 2026: Who you can vote for in Saddleworth North

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