Oldham town centre to dazzle with art and performances for Illuminate Light Night
OLDHAM will shine brightly once again as Illuminate Light Night transforms the town centre with dazzling light art, performances and installations. Everyone is invited to…
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How Saddleworth siblings’ rivalry can help Warrington in Super League
JOSH Thewlis may have his sights set on becoming a wonder at Warrington, but his ambitions are grown in Grasscroft. For the Saddleworth rugby league…
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Stax of Soul kick off fifth decade of music with Still Groovin’ tour in Delph
LEGENDARY band Stax of Soul will take centre stage in Delph as they kick off their ‘Still Groovin’ Tour. The nine-piece band will perform at…
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Oldham College partnership supports local joinery apprentice
OLDHAM College’s partnerships with local employers which creates opportunities for young people to step into skilled careers is being highlighted during National Apprenticeship Week (NAW).…
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Show community love this Valentine’s with village litter pick
SHOW your love for your community this Valentine’s Day by taking part in a village litter pick. LSG Litter Heroes are holding their next community…
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North West families urge NHS to recognise Congenital Heart Disease as a lifelong condition
Families across Tameside, Saddleworth and the wider North West are joining a growing call for the NHS to formally recognise Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) as…
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Mahdlo fights financial cuts as 15th anniversary approaches
MAHDLO Youth Zone is calling for long-term investment in young people as it approaches its 15th year despite financial pressures. The centre, which supports young…
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New organiser needed for ‘Smarties’ playgroup in Denshaw
HIGHLY POPULAR playgroup ‘Smarties’ in Denshaw is looking for a new organiser. The group meets every Monday morning at Denshaw Village Hall and has provided…
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Saddleworth councillor furious at budget plan ‘blocking’
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has hit out at what he says is the blocking of an attempt to freeze council tax. The Labour-led borough authority is…
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Lights, Coffee, Action. Pick me Up Co Coffee’s Exciting New Chapter.
A much-loved local coffee business is stepping into an exciting new era as Pick Me Up Co Coffee officially expands into a new permanent home…
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Huddersfield Road, Delph: A closer look at one of Saddleworth’s most sought-after addresses
We’ve teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest on the property market across Saddleworth HUDDERSFIELD ROAD, DELPH, SADDLEWORTH £820,000 – view online…
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Fundraising Winter Meal is heart-warming for veterans
AN AFTERNOON of great food and entertainment raised £840 to help veterans across the community. The ‘Veterans’ Winter Warmer Meal’ was organised by Sarah’s Community…
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Lees pub under threat of closure after owners decide to leave
A LEES pub may close for good after its owners decided to leave. The Angel Inn, on Nicholson Street, will not open from Monday to…
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Millgate’s ‘Once Upon a Time in Wigan’ brings Northern Soul to life
Millgate Arts Centre delivers a sharply observed, beautifully performed snapshot of Wigan’s iconic soul‑fuelled subculture. Review by Ian Cheeseman Having never been to Wigan Casino,…
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Diggle dad’s mission in Wales to support charity close to home
A FATHER-OF-THREE from Saddleworth is getting ready to take on a 100‑mile coastal run to raise funds for a local hospice. Paul Gladwell, a teacher…
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Inspectors find progress in delivery of SEND provision in Oldham
OLDHAM Council has been told significant improvements have been made in the delivery of support to children and young people with special educational needs and/or…
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Oldham Council praised for ‘good’ adult social care services
OLDHAM Council has been praised for its work after its adult social care services were rated as good. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspected the…
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Help shape future of Oldham Coliseum over ‘brew and chat’
HAVE your say on the future of the much-loved Oldham Coliseum Theatre at a ‘brew and chat’ event. Join the theatre’s team at Spindles Shopping…
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New languages festival aims to inspire the next generation
LOCAL classrooms could soon be buzzing with more than just French verbs and German grammar as a new festival puts language learning in the spotlight.…
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Gala dinner brings together Oldham and Tameside conservative clubs
CONSERVATIVE clubs from across Tameside and Oldham joined fellow members from the region on January 31 for the North West Area Conservative Clubs Advisory Committee’s…
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Oldham to shine bright for Illuminate Light Night spectacular
THERE will be a free evening of spectacular light installations, performances and community celebration for the annual Illuminate Light Night in Oldham town centre. The…
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All generations gather to remember at Holocaust Memorial event
AROUND 40 people of all ages gathered for this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day event which had the theme of ‘Bridging Generations’. The event, organised annually…
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Roughyeds facing liquidation
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter Oldham’s rugby club could be facing liquidation after being summoned to court over debt issues. Rumours have been…
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Roughyeds appear in crisis as Mike Ford quits
OLDHAM Rugby League Club appears to be in chaos after director of rugby Mike Ford resigned. And the Saddleworth-based former player admitted ‘the direction of…
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Burnham plans special powers to fast track £70m revamp of Oldham
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Service Andy Burnham plans to invoke special powers to ‘turbocharge’ schemes for a major revamp in Oldham. The Greater…
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Greater Manchester taxis in line for multi-million fund – but only those licensed locally
By Ethan Davies – Local Democracy Reporter Taxi drivers in Greater Manchester are to receive millions to upgrade their dirty cars — but only if…
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Answers wanted over commercial game shooting on Saddleworth moorland
A SADDLEWORTH Parish Councillor has criticised United Utilities for allowing commercial game shooting to take place on open moorland near Dove Stone Reservoir. The sound…
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Homes plan for former mill’s social club given go ahead
A FORMER Greenfield social club is set to be demolished and replaced by four homes after planning permission was granted. The building associated with Greenfield…
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Fundraising takes centre stage as Dr Kershaw’s Strictly returns
SEQUINS, salsa and a worthy cause are set to take centre stage as tickets sell fast for Dr Kershaw’s Strictly 2026. The popular event returns…
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Dovestone String Quartet to bring music spanning four centuries to Delph
A SPECIAL evening of music spanning four centuries is coming to Delph thanks to the Dovestone String Quartet. The group, which comprises Georgina Bloomfield (violin),…
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Saddleworth to host civic service with a difference
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council is set to break from the norm by holding its civic service away from Uppermill. Current chair Helen Bishop will have her…
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Presentation and Influence Training for Early Career Professionals in the UK
If you’re early in your career, you’re expected to present clearly, explain your thinking, and contribute ideas in meetings. Those skills aren’t just nice to…
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Burnham rejects claims his by-election bid was meant to undermine Starmer
By Ethan Davies- Local Democracy Reporter ANDY Burnham has rubbished reports that he knew his bid to become Gorton and Denton MP would be blocked,…
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Old Bell Inn retains AA Rosette for 13th year
A SADDLEWORTH hotel and restaurant is celebrating once again after it retained its prestigious AA Rosette for the 13th consecutive year. The Old Bell Inn…
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