Start of the new stone age
A RUSTY relic from Saddleworth’s past has received a much-needed facelift to the delight of a community campaigner. And the newly painted Victorian milestone on…
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Start of the new stone age
A RUSTY relic from Saddleworth’s past has received a much-needed facelift to the delight of a community campaigner. And the newly painted Victorian milestone on…
Community gathers for memorial vigil to mark Hiroshima Day and Nagasaki Day
THE COMMUNITY gathered for a poignant memorial vigil to mark Hiroshima Day and Nagasaki Day. Saddleworth Peace Group organised the event in front of Uppermill…
‘Sign petition’ plea as supermarkets halt disposal barbecue sales in heatwave
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has called for a complete ban on the sale of disposable barbecues “to protect our wildlife and green spaces.” Cllr George Hulme…
Strike Up the Band – Greenfield players ‘yes’ to president’s request
FRANK Rothwell only had one target for his first signing after saving Oldham Athletic from oblivion – Greenfield Brass Band. And when your president calls,…
Plans submitted to build houses in greenbelt conservation area
A QUIET green belt location in a Greenfield conservation area has been earmarked for a new homes development. Plans submitted to Oldham Council reveal developers…
Yorkshire and proud – Saddleworth flies flag for white rose county
IT is only celebrated once a year but every day is Yorkshire Day for people of a particular floral persuasion. And the traditionalists whose allegiance…
Platt’s my boy! Museum home for famous Dobcross villager
A PORTRAIT to honour a famous son of Dobcross now has pride of place in Saddleworth Museum. John Platt was the MP for and Mayor…
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Olympian Brogan supports school’s sports day
OLYMPIAN Brogan Crowley was a spectator rather than competitor when she attended a sporting event in Oldham. The 28-year-old from Moorside was the special guest…
Manchester Thunder sign South African superstar Lenize Potgieter
MANCHESTER Thunder have signed South African netball super shooter Lenize Potgieter for the 2023 season. With Thunder remaining undefeated for all 22 games, lifting the…
Taylor returns to become first Thunder signing
FORMER Oldham Netball Club player Taylor McKevitt has returned home to re-sign for Vitality Superleague champions Manchester Thunder. McKevitt, 24, who has played for Strathclyde…
Royle’s rescue mission inspired by love for Latics
DARREN Royle, Oldham Athletic’s newly appointed chief executive officer, explained why he was the driving force behind the takeover at Boundary Park. The 48-year-old from…
By Royle decree!
“THE Royle family is back,” declared legendary former manager Joe after the takeover by local businessman Frank Rothwell was completed. Joe has been elected to…
Austin stars but cricket team falls short
DESPITE a valiant knock of 49 runs from Austin Lees, Saddleworth School’s Year 7 cricket team failed to reach the Oldham schools’ final. Saddleworth suffered…
On your marks for 37th Village Olympics
SADDLEWORTH Village Olympics will be based at a new ‘home’ as it returns for its 37th year. Last year’s event saw nearly 800 children take…
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Springhead Art Group puts on eye-catching exhibition
THERE will be an eye-catching array of works on display at Saddleworth Museum as Springhead Art Group holds its latest exhibition. A preview date on…
End of term-school says goodbye to popular staff member
IT was eyes down for an afternoon of fun at Bright Futures when the specialist Greenfield school marked the end of its summer term. Pupils…
Rushcart returns to streets of Saddleworth
HUNDREDS of Morris dancers and musicians from across the country will descend on Saddleworth for the 46th annual Rushcart on Saturday, August 20 and Sunday…
Record Rotary events raise £28,000 for local causes
MORE than £28,000 will help local causes and charities after the record amount was raised at this year’s Wellifest and Saddleworth Show. The events in…
Fundraiser steps out on 30-mile challenge
A 30-mile walk in 12 hours is the latest challenge for a determined fundraiser. Sarah Tate, from Lees, is tackling the sponsored trek in aid…
Purple plaque for inspirational Doreen
A 101-year-old lady from Waterhead who helped to break the Enigma code during World War II has been honoured with a purple plaque. Doreen Brooks…
Church members get knitting for ‘A Scarf For Lewy’
A SCARF measuring 55m has been knitted by members of Uppermill Methodist Church as part of an enormous woolly creation to wrap round the Royal…
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Marsden Jazz Festival is back for 30th year against all odds
MARSDEN Jazz Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary when it returns against the odds in October after a funding blow. There will be four days of…
Season of 20th century classics at Lyceum
A NEW season at Lyceum Theatre Oldham is bringing something for everyone to the stage – with the chance to book all five plays and…
Leon to launch new book in Greenfield
GREENFIELD’S Donkeystone brewery will become the centre of an eagerly awaited book launch as Leon The Pig Farmer unleashes his latest work. The spoken word…
Brass is back – Autumn Leaves contest returns for second year
AFTER the success of last year’s inaugural event, the Autumn Leaves march and hymn brass band contest returns next month. A total of 15 bands…
Yanks are back in town
THE usual Yanks Weekend events and parade may have been cancelled – but that didn’t stop locals getting into the 1940s war-time spirit. The weekend…
Family fun at St Mary’s Festival
FROM hook-a-duck and bouncy castles to face painting and a barbecue, there was fun for all the family at Greenfield St Mary’s CE Primary School’s…
Saddleworth Captured: Looking through your lens
AS THE saying goes, ‘That’s more like it,’ when it comes to recent summer weather. And many of you have been getting out and about…
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Five tips to make your phone battery last longer
By Hannah Dooley Marketing Executive for Aspect IT Aspect IT, based in Springhead, offers IT support, cloud services, website design, software development and more. Find…
Daredevil caring team to tackle 120mph charity freefall
AN inspiring team from Home Instead Oldham and Saddleworth is tackling a 10,000ft skydive in memory of Howard, a friend and colleague, who passed away…
Weaving a new spell in Saddleworth
THE owners of Weaver and Wilde may be familiar to people as being behind the counter of their Uppermill coffee shop – but they are…
Wellness scheme helps boost health and morale at Aspect IT
A FORWARD-THINKING technology firm is supporting employees with their mental and physical health by launching a wellness scheme. The initiative encourages staff at Aspect IT,…
Four recruits bolster Bromleys teams
LAW firm Bromleys has welcomed four paralegals to its ranks as part of its ongoing expansion. Claire Billington and Sophia Khan-Iqbal specialise in domestic violence,…
Celebrating success in Medical Negligence
DANIEL Phelps has been with Pearson Solicitors for a few years working as a paralegal in the medical negligence team. The law firm has supported…
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Emily loses locks for charity
A KIND-HEARTED young girl from Springhead has chopped off her long locks to raise £604 for charity. Emily Mannings, eight, decided to cut her hair…
Harvest Queen’s ‘At Home’ event is family affair
HARVEST Queen Annie Jakeman of St Thomas’ Leesfield was delighted to finally host her ‘At Home’ event after a two-year wait due to the Covid-19…
Saddleworth School students help look after the community
A GROUP of Year 7 students from Saddleworth School has been getting hands on as part of a community litter pick to help keep Diggle…
MP welcomes summer school participants
DEBBIE Abrahams, MP for Oldham East and Saddleworth, has welcomed participants to her nine annual Working For My Community Summer School. This year’s summer school…
Pupils bury time capsule during Old Library renovation works
KNOWSLEY Junior School pupils have created their own bit of history at one of Oldham town centre’s historic buildings. Youngsters from the Springhead school buried…
That’s the way to Tutu it! Lily-Mae dances her way to Royal approval
A SCOUTHEAD youngster, described as possessing “special and natural ability”, has taken a significant step towards a career as a professional ballet dancer. Lily-Mae Gould,…
Hopwood Hall students are all smiles after completing first year of T-Levels
T-LEVELS have been branded a resounding success by staff and students at Hopwood Hall College and University Centre. The revolutionary new qualifications – which combine…
