Delph displays bring Christmas cheer
WINDOWS in homes, shops and businesses across Delph are shining brightly with Christmas cheer for the village’s first live advent calendar. Organiser Sue Toone was…
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Three arrests following Operation Foam morning raids
THREE men have been arrested after warrants were executed following morning raids at addresses in Oldham, Manchester and Rochdale. All three men – aged 31, 34…
Ex England captain bowled over by Frank’s Atlantic crossing challenge
FORMER England cricket captain, Michael Vaughan, will host a free virtual question and answer session with Frank Rothwell prior to the intrepid Greenfield businessman’s 3,000-mile…
Parish speaks out in support of police
SADDLEWORTH Parish councillors are joining their voices together to show support and appreciation for the police across the community and beyond. Cllr Luke Lancaster proposed…
Chapel Road due to re-open after water main repairs
A KEY road linking Uppermill and Greenfield is scheduled to re-open tomorrow (Wednesday, December 2) after extensive work by United Utilities. The length of Chapel…
New plans to manage Dovestone announced
A NEW action plan for managing the numbers of visitors to Dovestone reservoir will bring “much needed relief” for local residents, it is hoped. The…
Burnham calls on MPs to demand fair financial support for tier 3 areas
TOWNS and city centres in Tier 3 areas will be severely damaged by the loss of Christmas trade and the Government’s failure to provide a…
Royal approval Friends and workmates receive Queen’s honour
BEST mates Malcolm Kilpatrick and Anthony Cocker now have BEMs to go with their status as BMs. Pals Malcolm and Anthony were surprised but delighted…
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Saddleworth’s Kevin Sinfield ready for marathon charity effort
SADDLEWORTH-BASED rugby league legend Kevin Sinfield is ready for one last challenge after a career of overcoming obstacles – all in the name of big…
Trust ensures Ricky’s legacy lives on
THE widow of well-known local sportsman Ricky Casey is ensuring his legacy lives on. Nicola has formed The Ricky Casey Trust which has just been…
Saddleworth 3Ds look beyond lockdown two
DISAPPOINTING, frustrating, inevitable and very understandable that once again grassroots community-based football has had to stop to assist in controlling the Covid-19 virus. The club’s…
Latics Latest: Tony Bugby brings an update from Boundary Park
IT is fair to say Oldham Athletic will be getting to know Bradford City well with three meetings in three different competitions in the space…
Sponsored bike ride to help Shane in cancer battle
A SPONSORED bike ride in support of Saddleworth Rangers chairman Shane ‘Jocky’ Wilson will take place next month. Shane has been having treatment for bowel…
Kevin’s up for the challenge
RUGBY League legend Kevin Sinfield is set to embark on an epic challenge to raise funds and awareness for his friend and former Leeds Rhinos…
Inspiring one-arm rugby player Frank Jenkinson died aged 80
OLDHAM Rugby Union Club was saddened to hear of the death of former player Frank Jenkinson aged 80. Frank, who died in hospital in Canada…
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Prestigious award recognises Rotary work of dedicated couple
TWO stalwarts have been honoured with the prestigious Paul Harris Award in recognition of their work for Oldham Metro Rotary Club. Con and Dot Kelly…
OCL to provide exercise opportunities as part of National Grief Awareness Week
OLDHAM Active Communities, part of Oldham Community Leisure (OCL), is providing free physical activity opportunities for anyone affected by grief as part of The Good…
Dovestone WI keep collecting for foodbanks after passing £10,000 target
THEY may have topped £10,000 worth of food donations but determined members of Dovestone WI are still continuing to help local foodbanks. The group’s ‘Fabric…
Specsavers stores join forces to feed thousands of families this Christmas
SPECSAVERS stores across Oldham and Greater Manchester have joined forces to support key foodbanks across the city this Christmas. Stores in Oldham, Royton, Manchester…
Could you be a Fairtrade volunteer?
Fairtrade products are rapidly growing in popularity as retailers and customers choose to support better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability and fair terms of…
Oldham hosts alternative Christmas celebrations
TIS the season to ‘still’ be jolly – that’s the message from Oldham Council this Christmas as it prepares to host an alternative festive programme…
Northwood unveils new executive homes development in Greenfield
NORTHWOOD’S Land and New Homes Department is going from strength to strength with the launch of its executive new homes site in Greenfield. Now in…
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Oldham cancer charity to raise funds with Christmas Carol Concert
By Jasmine Jackson THERE will be a fantastic line-up of celebrity speakers, exclusive performances, music and laughter as Maggie’s Oldham cancer charity streams a star-studded…
Delph displays bring Christmas cheer
WINDOWS in homes, shops and businesses across Delph are shining brightly with Christmas cheer for the village’s first live advent calendar. Organiser Sue Toone was…
Francis House Children’s Hospice goes virtual for Glass Slipper Ball
FRANCIS House Children’s Hospice has teamed up with top North West talent for a virtual night of spectacular entertainment to raise money for children and…
Discussing arts and culture in Oldham over chips
OLDHAM Coliseum Theatre is launching monthly meet ups for audiences, participants and the local community to discuss arts and culture over the nation’s favourite snack.…
Oldham Coliseum brings Christmas cheer with theatrical advent calendar
OLDHAM Coliseum Theatre is airing short plays with a festive theme on its social media channels to bring Christmas cheer throughout December. The Advent Plays last…
Making the most of Christmas
By John Kirkbride THIS has felt like both the longest and shortest 12 months ever – but, believe it or not, Christmas is almost upon…
Uppermill to dazzle again with Advent Calendar window displays
By Jasmine Jackson UPPERMILL is spreading Christmas cheer for the seventh year as many homes and businesses are lighting up and decorating their windows for…
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Maggie’s unveils new Pearson partnership to support families
A NEW scheme has been unveiled at Maggie’s Oldham cancer centre so visitors can get an hour of free advice on future planning. The aim…
ASPECT IT: Three essential IT services your small business needs
By Peter Dorotiak, Director THE Covid-19 pandemic is continuing to make a big impact on small businesses throughout the UK and Brexit in 2021 will…
Gate to success: New equipment helps make company Covid-secure
INNOVATIVE equipment from an Oldham-based company is helping others keep their staff and visitors Covid-secure as soon as they walk through the door – or…
Weave-ing a Wilde spell at Uppermill coffee shop
SETTING up a new business at any time is a challenging experience. Imagine doing it with not one but two national lockdowns on the horizon!…
Bootiful! – Lou and Dave provide new lease of life to former cobbler’s shop
AN enterprising pair have shown plenty of bottle to open a new Saddleworth business during the coronavirus pandemic. Lou Henderson and Dave Bell have put…
Free advice for Saddleworth families during Good Divorce Week
FAMILY law professionals at Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers are showing their support for Good Divorce Week this year by offering free advice sessions. The…
Aspect IT: Three essential IT services your small business needs
By Peter Dorotiak, Director THE Covid-19 pandemic is continuing to make a big impact on small businesses throughout the UK and Brexit in 2021 will…
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Mahdlo spreads Christmas joy to youth people and their families
By Jacklin Kwan MAHDLO Youth Zone is reaching out to young people and their families over December to spread some festive cheer in this turbulent…
New partnership brings Huddersfield Town Academy scholars to board at Rishworth
HUDDERSFIELD Town’s Academy has started working closely with Rishworth School to benefit the football club’s first-year scholars. At the start of the 2020/21 campaign, ten…
Oldham College’s ‘Amazing Grace’ is young student of the year national finalist
AN INSPIRATIONAL Oldham College student who has battled serious illness has been shortlisted for a top national accolade. Grace Prestwood has been named as one…
Mayor Andy Burnham joins Oldham Sixth Form College for exclusive virtual event
MAYOR of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham visited Oldham Sixth Form College – albeit virtually – to take part in an exclusive questions and answer event.…
Food for thought-youngster completes running challenge for people in crisis
A GRASSCROFT youngster has kept school friends in the loop about the work of Oldham Foodbank. Now, Isabel Rice has also gone the extra miles…
Amazing Grace: Cadet shows appreciation for war veterans
WITH Remembrance parades and events cancelled, cadet Grace Whalley was determined to still help local veterans mark the occasion. After an appeal to the community…
Evie loses her locks for charity
SCHOOLGIRL Evie Foulkes was immensely proud of her crowning glory… her long auburn locks. But after spending 12 months growing her tresses, the 10-year-old Greenfield…
