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Pasture on Mossley/Saddleworth border to be turned into dog walking field
By George Lythgoe, Local Democracy Reporting Service A PASTURE which stands on the border between Mossley and Saddleworth can be turned into an area where…
Café occupier sought as former Greenfield toilet bock close to conversion
A FORMER toilet block in Greenfield will soon be ready to go as a café – all it needs is someone to take it on.…
Kevin Sinfield contributes to Saddleworth Art Trail with fundraising gesture
Images by Marie Whitehead Photography KEVIN Sinfield added his own contribution to Saddleworth Art Trail to raise funds for a painter. The rugby league legend…
United Utilities urges customers to use water wisely during prolonged dry spell
ACROSS England it has been the driest start to the year since 1956 and, as the recent warm and prolonged dry weather continues into the…
Saddleworth viaduct to be lit up one again by major rail work
A FAMILIAR Saddleworth landmark will be lit up once again as major rail work continues. But after those behind a multi-billion pound project initially told…
Oldham-based county lines drug gang members jailed
FIVE MEN have been jailed for their roles in a county lines gang that used teenage runners and supplied illegal drugs using an organised phone…
Scouthead and Austerlands says ‘thank you’ as country commemorates VE day
MORE THAN 100 people from Scouthead and Austerlands joined the nation in commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Dawson’s Field became centre of attention…
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Saddleworth church says it with flowers at 150th anniversary
All images by GGC Media A SADDLEWORTH church is looking bloomin’ marvellous as it celebrates its 150th anniversary with a flower festival. St Mary’s, on…
Illustrated talk on Saddleworth Band Contest by Historical Society
SADDLEWORTH Historical Society invites the public to its upcoming lecture, “A History of the Saddleworth Band Contest,” an illustrated talk by Robert Rodgers, set to…
Saddleworth bakery Flitcroft’s Home Baked enters a sweet new chapter
A BELOVED Saddleworth bakery is embarking on a new era as its founder is handing over the reins to her daughter. Tucked just off Delph…
Saddleworth primary schools’ breakfast scheme eats into issues
A LEES primary school is eating into the effects of not starting the day in the right way with a free healthy breakfast. And the…
Food and fizz at Lees’ VE Day 80 celebration event
CELEBRATE VE Day 80 in Lees with a special event including food, fizz, games and music. 1940s dress is optional for the event on Sunday,…
Volunteer goes the extra mile for Emmaus Mossley
A DEDICATED volunteer has gone the extra mile – quite literally – for a local homelessness charity. Matthew Farrington-Farnsworth has completed his first-ever marathon and…
‘Golden’ Morris dancers celebrate 25 years with Saddleworth side
TWO Saddleworth Morris Men are proudly swapping their red, blue and white hat ribbons for golden ones as they both mark 25 years with the…
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Radio to riches: Bleak Expectations shines on stage at Millgate Arts Centre
Review by Martin Roche “A joyfully anarchic journey through Dickensian London and beyond.” When a stage play has evolved from a radio play, my experience…
Music, crafts and carnival fun to spring up in Mossley
A VIBRANT day of music, creativity and community spirit is set to return in Mossley. Spring Up! is a seasonal celebration which is free and…
Music legend Huey Morgan to perform in Holmfirth with new band
IT will be a night of funk, soul, hip-hop and memories as music legend Huey Morgan returns to the road after 30 years with his…
Kym Marsh shines in Abigail’s Party at Manchester’s Royal Exchange Theatre
From pop sensation to soap star and now stage actress, Kym Marsh leads a stellar cast in Mike Leigh’s Abigail’s Party at the Royal Exchange…
Saddleworth Players to bring Dickensian delight to Delph theatre
THE last Saddleworth Players show of the season will take the audience on “an anarchic and funny journey” through Dickensian London and beyond. The group…
Quiz time courtesy of ‘The Diggle and Delph donkeys’
DON your thinking cap to tackle these questions from quiz team The Diggle and Delph Donkeys. Marco Polo airport serves which Italian city Which bird…
Feel the blues beat in Diggle at summer festival
ELEVEN acts will be rocking out five venues across a Saddleworth village this summer. Music fans need not check the weather forecast because the Diggle…
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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,…
Iceland boss to inspire at Mahdlo’s business breakfast
MAHDLO’S first business breakfast of 2025 promises to be ‘insightful and inspiring’ as Richard Walker OBE, Executive Chairman of Iceland Foods, is guest speaker. Mr…
Five Reasons for Buying a Used Car for Everyday Travel
WE are all aware that Saddleworth’s drivers can face plenty of road challenges every day, including steep ascents, winding country lanes, and the occasional sheep…
Six reasons why WordPress hosting is the best bet for small UK businesses
For small businesses across the UK, building a strong online presence isn’t just a bonus, it’s essential. Whether you’re a local café in Cornwall, a…
FreelanceHER empowers aspiring women entrepreneurs in Oldham
A GROUND-BREAKING, fully funded ‘FreelanceHER’ programme is helping to equip women in Oldham with the skills and confidence to start their own businesses. A partnership…
Pearson Solicitors facilitate complex social housing deal at historic Adelphi Lads Club
OLDHAM-BASED Pearson Solicitors have been part of a landmark venture to facilitate the sale of the former Adelphi Lads Club site in Salford to pave…
Mental health employment support is ‘life-changing’ for Oldham woman
AN Oldham woman has praised a local service for changing her life and giving her hope for a brighter future. Joana Teodoro, 38, experienced…
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Saddleworth sisters do it for themselves in cricket club’s first women’s team
A SADDLEWORTH cricket club has added a woman’s touch with its first ever female team. The ladies at Friarmere CC are now in the thick…
Issues see popular Saddleworth race put off
RUNNERS in Saddleworth have been left disappointed by the postponement of a key event. The Dovestone Diamond, a 10k multi-terrain race, has become a key…
Saddleworth-based football club to continue Mossley AFC groundshare
A SADDLEWORTH football club will continue to play its first team matches down the road at Mossley AFC. Uppermill FC has made Seel Park its…
Ex-Oldham Athletic star links up with Saddleworth FC
A FORMER Oldham Athletic player has signed up to help the next generation of talent as Saddleworth FC celebrates its 10th anniversary. And new director…
Cricket club provides Saddleworth more safety with defibrillator guidance
A SADDLEWORTH cricket club has stepped up its safety commitment with extra training on using its defibrillator. The vital piece of equipment has been in…
The horses tipped for Grand National success
THE world’s most famous steeplechase will capture the imagination once again on April 5 at Aintree Racecourse. As the global horse racing event approaches, there…
Uppermill FC repairs damaged dugouts – now to keep them decent
A SADDLEWORTH football club is celebrating success off the pitch. Well, a couple of feet away from it. For damaged dugouts at Uppermill FC have…
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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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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…
Covid memorial vandalised second time
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter A MEMORIAL dedicated to frontline workers who lost their lives during the pandemic has been vandalised for a…
Community push for banking hub in Royton
RESIDENTS are being encouraged to give their backing to a new banking hub in Royton. The town has lost all of its high street banks,…
Oldham man, 76, to face trial over historic child sex offences
AN ELDERLY man from Oldham will appear in court next year on trial for historic sexual offences against children in the town. Mumtaz Khan, 76,…
Oldham landmark set for hotel makeover amid controversy over tower’s future
By Charlotte Hall – Local democracy Reporter A ‘landmark’ building in Oldham could be transformed into a hotel. The 15-storey Civic Centre tower could soon…
New funding will ‘provide urgent lifeline’ for Oldham families
OVER £4 million will be spent over the next year to support Oldham residents experiencing financial hardship. The cash boost has come courtesy of the…
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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,…
Saddleworth Property of the Week: 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…
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…
Saddleworth estate agent shares Formula to sell your property
A SADDLEWORTH estate agent has drawn up a strategy to make properties as attractive to buyers as possible. West Riding, based on Uppermill’s High Street,…
Property of the week: Dorset Avenue, Diggle
This property is on the market with Uppermill-based, West Riding. You can click here to view the full property Located in the sought after village of Diggle…
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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