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How to make the most of Whit Friday in Saddleworth
SADDLEWORTH is set for arguably its biggest day of the year, Whit Friday. Thousands of people are set to attend the morning walks and brass…
All aboard for new Greenfield coffee shop Platform 13
GREENFIELD’S newest coffee shop said they ‘absolutely loved’ meeting customers who came to welcome them to the village on their first day. Platform 13 opened…
Saddleworth councillor honoured at Buckingham Palace
A YOUNG Saddleworth councillor’s commitment to volunteering in the community has been given the Royal seal of approval. Councillor Max Woodvine dedicated time and effort…
‘Milestone moment’ as work starts on flagship eco project Northern Roots
THE first spades are in the ground as work commences on Oldham’s flagship eco project Northern Roots. Construction has started on the Visitor Centre and…
On your marks as registration opens for 40th Saddleworth Village Olympics
NEW sports, old favourites and healthy competition lie in store at this year’s Saddleworth Village Olympics, with registration now open. The event, in its 40th…
Saddleworth Crimewatch groups’ impact highlighted on BBC show
SADDLEWORTH security groups’ work is now on a national stage after it was featured by the BBC. The Saddleworth West and Lees Crimewatch branch of…
Oldham Coliseum won’t reopen until 2026
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM Coliseum Theatre won’t be reopening for Panto Season 2025, the council has confirmed. The much-loved venue on…
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Greenfield ready for Whit Friday with new logo after schools’ competition
GREENFIELD is ready for a traditional highlight of the calendar – with a different look. For the village’s Whit Friday Brass Band Contest has a…
The mental health benefits of taking a break from everyday life
In the rush of daily life, it’s easy to forget how important it is to step back and recharge. The demands of work, family and…
Hospice’s plans for new wellbeing centre advance
A LOCAL hospice’s plans for a new ‘state-of-the-art’ wellbeing centre have taken two major steps forward. Dr Kershaw’s Hospice has been granted planning permission and…
Saddleworth band lives the dream with Wembley ‘performance’
A BAND of ardent Oldham Athletic fans achieved their dream of playing at Wembley before the Latics got back into the Football League. Sort of.…
Palestinian women take centre stage in Greenfield fundraising event
PALESTINIAN women’s voices will be heard loud and clear as they take centre stage at a fundraising event in Greenfield. Saddleworth Palestine Women’s Scholarship Fund…
Homelessness charity hosts Volunteers’ Week celebration meal
MOSSLEY-based homelessness charity, Emmaus, celebrated Volunteers’ Week 2025 with a special community meal to thank their local volunteers. On Wednesday, June 4, the organisation hosted…
Walkers conquer Saddleworth’s Three Peaks to raise over £10,000 for breast cancer retreats
MORE than £10,000 was raised to support residential retreats for women living with breast cancer as walkers conquered Saddleworth’s Three Peaks. The group of 24…
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Paul Sinha to have Greenfield giggling with comedy performance
HE MAY be familiar to many as one of the Chasers, but Paul Sinha is coming to Saddleworth to show his comedy prowess. On Sunday,…
Raise a glass for Saddleworth Beer Festival return
RAISE a glass, or two, as the popular fundraising Saddleworth Beer Festival returns. Brews from up and down the country will be available for visitors…
Saddleworth theatre shows its Soul in new season of plays
A SADDLEWORTH theatre may have people reaching for talcum powder and lino as its new season will see it reverberate to the sound of Northern…
Saddleworth Singers full of ‘Rhythm and Song’ for summer concert
ENJOY an evening of live music as Saddleworth Singers present their summer concert ‘Rhythm and Song’. The ladies’ choir will take centre stage at Mossley…
A brush with brilliance at summer art festival
ONE of the UK’s largest and longest-running open art exhibitions will return this summer, attracting visitors from across Saddleworth and beyond. Art will take centre…
Local band’s new track rallies Latics ahead of Wembley showdown
A SADDLEWORTH musician’s band has released a new single ahead of Oldham Athletic’s day of destiny at Wembley. The Boundary Parkas hope the track, featuring…
Top UK comedian the latest to perform in Saddleworth
SADDLEWORTH will play host to one of the UK’s top comedy sensations in an extra special performance. Gary Meikle is bringing a preview of his…
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Double delight as Ascroft Medical marks 10 years with new clinic in Oldham
THERE were smiles all around for Ascroft Medical as they celebrated ten years of dental and medical provision in Oldham and launched their new state-of-the-art…
How Transport Services Bridge Gaps in Rural Mobility
Rural travel has never been straightforward. Accessing basic services, work, schools, or even social events can be a serious challenge if you live outside a…
Men’s Health Week – When Delays in Healthcare Become Legal Matters
Advertisement feature THE spotlight is on men’s health this June 9th -15th in a crucial campaign focused on improving the physical and mental health of…
Lees steakhouse announces sudden closure
A POPULAR restaurant in Lees has announced that it has made the decision to permanently close its doors with immediate effect. The Edge steakhouse, located…
Pearson Solicitors advises Netball UK on expansion with new unit acquisition
Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers Ltd are pleased to have successfully advised Netball UK on the acquisition of a new unit at Prince of Wales…
Why More Small Agencies Are Turning to SEO Resellers in 2025
In 2025, the digital marketing landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace. While larger agencies often have the resources to keep up with algorithm…
Employment solicitor welcomes ‘great benefit’ of Protective Award Rules changes
AN OLDHAM-BASED solicitor believes significant changes to protective awards claims in the Employment Bill will be a ‘great benefit’ to those facing redundancy. Alan Lewis,…
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Waterhead’s own Marc Sneyd becomes part of rugby league folklore with Wembley hat-trick
WHAT started at Waterhead now has a place in rugby league history. However, Marc Sneyd would rather not have collected a third Lance Todd Trophy…
How Saddleworth could taste Wembley rugby league glory – with an Australian accent
THE ACCENT definitely does not come from Saddleworth but if Luke Yates gets success at Wembley, it will certainly have played a huge role. The…
Ex-Saddleworth School pupil and Wigan Warriors star donates signed shirt
SADDLEWORTH School was proud to welcome back former pupil and current Wigan Warriors professional Jacob Douglas, who returned to his old stomping ground to donate…
Charlie Raglan adds Spanish flavour to Oldham Athletic’s bid for Wembley win
CHARLIE Raglan will spark Spanish celebrations – as well as some in Saddleworth, Shaw, Slattocks, St Mary’s and St James’ – if Oldham Athletic make…
How Wembley glory for Oldham Athletic can bring satisfaction to Saddleworth
EXPECT smiles in Saddleworth and grins in Greenfield if Oldham Athletic win at Wembley and achieve promotion back to the Football League. For while manager…
Saddleworth icon Kevin Sinfield going back on the road in latest physical challenge
SADDLEWORTH’S rugby league icon turned fundraising phenomenon Kevin Sinfield is going back out on the road again. The former Leeds Rhinos star, now skills and…
Uppermill FC toasts sponsorship agreement with Caffe Grande Abaco
A SADDLEWORTH football club hopes to be brewing something special after announcing a sponsorship deal with a familiar name on its coffee scene. And Uppermill…
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New Headteacher announced for The Oldham Academy North
THE OLDHAM Academy North (TOAN) has announced the appointment of James Wilson as its new headteacher, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the…
Crompton House ‘incredibly proud’ to scoop pioneering mental health award
CROMPTON House Church of England School is ‘incredibly proud’ to achieve the School Mental Health Award delivered by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental…
Mahdlo and Oldham College team up for T Level opportunities
MAHDLO Youth Zone is partnering with Oldham College to offer T Level Business Foundation students an invaluable real-world learning opportunity as part of their studies.…
Mayor of Lviv visits school as part of Ukraine link-up
A LOCAL school has struck up connections with Ukrainian students which has led to a visit from the Mayor of Lviv. Crompton House in Shaw…
Saddleworth schoolboy smashes fundraising target for MND charity
A 10-YEAR-OLD boy ran a mile every day during January to help families who, like his own, have been affected by Motor Neurone Disease. Oscar…
Ofsted recognises progress at Waterhead Academy
A SECONDARY school which sits on the border with Saddleworth has been praised by inspectors for making ‘considerable improvement’ in key areas. Waterhead Academy was…
Local college students land coveted Oxbridge places
SIXTEEN students from two local colleges can start to think about their next steps after successfully securing offers from Oxbridge universities. Places at these seats…
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Students’ snaps celebrate Oldham’s past in new showhome
A NEW showhome in Shaw features black and white photographs of Oldham’s industrial heritage taken by six local secondary school students. A group of talented…
The local walking group building friendships and fitness
A LOCAL walking group which gets together every week is helping the community to connect, socialise and be active. Foxdenton Wanderers offers light exercise, fresh…
Saddleworth councillor blasts Oldham deputy mayor choice
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has hit out at the appointment of Oldham’s new deputy mayor in fiery scenes. Cllr Brian Hobin has been given the role…
No-confidence showdown: Oldham Council leader Arooj Shah faces challenge from Independent faction
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM Council’s leader Arooj Shah will face a no confidence vote at its annual meeting (May 21). Councillor…
Teen burglars jailed after £190k crime spree across Oldham
A PAIR of teenage burglars have started prison sentences after carrying out a horrifying spate of break-ins across Oldham. Harrison Chadderton and Ellis Dymond stole…
Royal Oldham Hospital told it must get better by inspectors
ROYAL Oldham Hospital has been told its medical care services must improve by a watchdog. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) carried out an inspection last August…
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Property Focus: Burnedge Fold Road, Grasscroft
The Saddleworth Independent has teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest on the property market in the area. To view this property…
Property focus: Springmere, Delph
We have teamed up with West Riding Homes to bring the latest from the property market in the area. To view this property online click…
Property focus: The Meadow, Delph
We have teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest from the property market in the area. To view this property online or…
Property of the week: Marslands, Diggle
We’ve teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest from the property market across Saddleworth. To view this property of the week, make…
Saddleworth property of the week: Carr Lane, Diggle
View this property with West Riding by clicking here Welcome to an extraordinary three bedroom weaver’s period property, a stunning gem dating back to 1760,…
New to the market: Clough Lane, Saddleworth
We’ve teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest from the property market in the area View this property online here This four…
Property of the week: Summerhill View, Denshaw, Saddleworth
On the market with West Riding – View this property online here This very spacious detached home in a highly sought area provides living accommodation…
Local Politics and Election Coverage View More
Abrahams retains Saddleworth seat for Labour
A JUBILANT Debbie Abrahams retained her seat for Labour in Oldham East and Saddleworth with almost double as many votes as her nearest competitor. Despite…
Vandalism strikes election campaign sign in Saddleworth
AS THE clock ticks down towards the general election, one Saddleworth voter has made their feelings clear by vandalising a campaign sign. For a banner…
Saddleworth general election candidates state their aims
SADDLEWORTH will once again go to the polls on July 4 as the nation votes for its Prime Minister. Current incumbent Rishi Sunak called a…
Who can I vote for in the general election in Saddleworth? Candidates revealed
THE candidates for this year’s general election have been confirmed. Voters will go to the polls in Saddleworth on July 4, with the election now…
General election billed as a chance to shape Saddleworth’s future
THE FORTHCOMING general election is a chance to go back to the future for Oldham East and Saddleworth, its now former MP believes. Debbie Abrahams…
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