Hundreds of handmade poppies transform Lydgate village in tribute to fallen heroes
HUNDREDS of handmade poppies have transformed a Saddleworth church into a moving tribute to those who lost their lives in the two World Wars, thanks…
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Oldham children invited to help switch on town centre Christmas lights
ONE lucky child could be given the chance to take centre stage alongside Santa and switch on Oldham’s Christmas lights this year. Oldham Council has…
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Saddleworth to host Remembrance events across villages
A VARIETY of poignant events will be held across Saddleworth to mark Remembrance Sunday on November 8. Residents are invited to attend any of these…
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Villages host Concerts of Remembrance to honour fallen
CONCERTS of Remembrance will take place across Saddleworth villages to mark Remembrance Day and honour the fallen. They include: Saddleworth Male Voice Choir presents its…
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Uppermill Cricket Club’s Bonfire and Fireworks Display to offer spectacular show
THERE is a spectacular show in store as Uppermill Cricket Club presents its annual Bonfire and Fireworks Display. The event on Sunday, November 1 will…
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Wellifest to return to Saddleworth in 2027 after two-year break
A POPULAR Saddleworth music festival is making a comeback after a two-year absence, with organisers unveiling the first acts for its long-awaited return. Wellifest will…
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First phase of Tommyfield Park opens in Oldham town centre
A new park has officially opened in Oldham town centre, transforming the former sports centre site into a green space for residents, workers and visitors.…
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‘I stopped counting at 200’: Oldham woman honoured for 35 years of fostering
A FOSTER carer who has helped hundreds of children and young people over more than three decades has been recognised for her dedication at Oldham…
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Halloween fun and local traders at Saddleworth Marina’s November market
A POPULAR waterside market is returning to Saddleworth Marina this weekend, bringing Halloween activities, local traders and family entertainment to the autumn event. The November…
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Uppermill businesses’ Christmas lights display ‘entirely untenable’ as problems revealed
UPPERMILL will not have a formal Christmas lights display involving its businesses after arranging it became ‘entirely untenable’ for volunteers. For five years, Saddleworth Round…
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‘Firework Spectacular’ to bring family fun for Bonfire Night in Greenfield
CELEBRATE Bonfire Night with a bang as Saddleworth Rangers in Greenfield hosts an evening filled with fun for all the family. There will be fireworks,…
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Bag a bargain at St Thomas’s Autumn Sale
BAG a bargain at an ‘Autumn Sale’ at St Thomas’s Church in Lees. All are welcome to the event on Saturday, October 31 from 11am…
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Litter Busters answer community call this Halloween in Lees, Springhead and Grotton
FORGET Ghostbusters… it’s all about the Litter Busters this Halloween in Lees, Springhead and Grotton! Dedicated volunteers from LSG Litter Heroes are inviting the community…
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No Christmas lights for Uppermill as Round Table reveals lack of support
UPPERMILL will be without its traditional Christmas lights this year after Saddleworth Round Table confirmed it can no longer provide the display without greater support…
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Oldham young people explore their futures at Mahdlo Youth Zone hackathon
YOUNG people came together with local employers at Mahdlo Youth Zone to explore career opportunities and develop ideas to help their peers feel more confident…
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Building setbacks delay return of popular Lees pub
A POPULAR Lees pub will remain closed for several more months after unexpected complications with renovation work forced its reopening to be pushed back until…
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Entries invited for Saddleworth’s annual Christmas illuminations competition
RESIDENTS across Saddleworth are being encouraged to get creative with their festive decorations as the Parish Council prepares for its annual Christmas Illuminations Competition. Saddleworth…
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Referendum date set for Saddleworth Neighbourhood Plan
SADDLEWORTH’S neighbourhood plan is ready to go to the people after passing its final administrative stage. The document will form the vision of how the…
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Oldham’s restored library wins two national construction awards
OLDHAM’S restored former library has secured two prestigious national awards in recognition of its transformation into a modern civic and cultural hub. The Grade II-listed…
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Oldham to light up with free autumn and winter events
OLDHAM is set to host a spectacular programme of free events this autumn and winter, with fire performances, fireworks, festive characters and the return of…
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Extra parking spaces to open in Oldham ahead of festive season
AROUND 126 additional parking spaces are set to become available at Oldham’s Town Square Car Park ahead of the busy festive trading period. The extra…
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Delph Library urgently appeals for volunteers to keep village service running
A COMMUNITY-RUN library in Delph is appealing for new volunteers to help secure its future. Delph Library, which relies entirely on volunteers to operate, is…
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Light Up Denshaw appeals for donations to cover Christmas lights costs
ORGANISERS of Denshaw’s Christmas lights display are appealing for financial support, with up to £600 still needed to cover the costs of this year’s festivities.…
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Historic Uppermill Whit Friday band contest at risk unless more volunteers come forward
ONE of Saddleworth’s oldest and most treasured traditions could disappear after organisers warned that this year’s Uppermill Whit Friday Band Contest may have been its…
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Former Oldham Reform UK leader Lewis Quigg resigns as councillor and quits politics
By Ed Barnes – Local Democracy Reporter Reform’s first leader in Oldham Lewis Quigg has announced he is leaving politics altogether citing ‘immense pressure’ on…
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New chapter for historic Dobcross pub as couple take over The Navigation Inn
ONE of Saddleworth’s best-known pubs is preparing to welcome customers once again after a husband-and-wife team announced they are taking over The Navigation Inn in…
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Spooktacular fun in store as Diggle Spooky Scarecrow Trail returns
ENJOY some spooktacular fun this half-term as the popular Diggle Spooky Scarecrow Trail returns. This year’s event is one of the biggest to date as…
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New lamppost poppy appeal to create special tribute in Austerlands
THE COMMUNITY is invited to be part of Austerlands’ Remembrance commemorations through a new lamppost poppy appeal. The appeal has been launched by the Scouthead…
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Live comedy brings acclaimed line-up to Greenfield
ENJOY a night of laughter and entertainment as Off The Rails Comedy Club brings live comedy back to Greenfield. The popular fixture is returning to…
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Charity team takes on Scafell Pike to help restore wildfire-hit Dove Stone
A TEAM from a local homelessness charity has raised more than £600 to help restore wildlife habitats at Dove Stone Reservoir after tackling one of…
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Saddleworth firm launches Christmas appeal to bring festive cheer to vulnerable residents
A SADDLEWORTH business is hoping to make Christmas a little brighter for older and vulnerable residents by delivering festive hampers and offering some much-needed companionship.…
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New Harvest Queen crowned at St Thomas’ Church in Lees
A LONG-STANDING church tradition has continued in Lees as St Thomas’ Leesfield welcomed its 12th Harvest Queen at a special crowning ceremony. Family, friends and…
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Redevelopment of Greenfield mill complex earmarked for approval
PLANS to redevelop a historic Greenfield mill site into housing for over-55s have been redrawn, with fewer properties. Tanner Bros Ltd’s hybrid application to convert…
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OSFC student ready to show skills on the dancefloor in nightclub play
AN OLDHAM student will be hitting a nightclub dancefloor for a very different reason after being cast in a pioneering production. Amy Bent will play…
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