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Police warning to objectors as tree cutting starts in Diggle
WORK has started felling around mature trees in Diggle as further preparation for the new Saddleworth School. But the job-approved by Oldham Council planners last…
Train services reinstated for return of schools
POPULAR train services are being reintroduced between Huddersfield and Manchester as students return to school from Monday, March 8. TransPennine Express (TPE) are bringing back…
Homes project in former cotton mill nearing completion
DENSHAW’S last surviving cotton mill has been brought back to life and turned into three bespoke town houses. The history of Woodbrow Mill can be…
Coroner’s concerns over festival age limits after drugs death of Saddleworth youngster
A CORONER has questioned if under 18s should be banned from music festivals following an inquest into the death of a Saddleworth teenager. Anya Buckley…
Hole lot of leaks! United Utilities fixing multiple problems in Greenfield
A SERIES of water leaks has brought traffic problems for villagers in Greenfield. Three streets are currently closed while another is under repair but open…
“The end is in sight”- Britain’s road out of lockdown announced
BRITAIN’S way out of lockdown has been spelled out by Prime Minister Boris Johnson. And non-essential businesses, including hairdressers and beauty salons, should reopen on…
Action group welcomes first step of rail improvements
By Jacklin Kwan RAIL infrastructure upgrades have been welcomed by Greenfield’s action group as they wait to see the rest of the ‘much-needed’ Transpennine Route…
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Head coach Harry Kewell sacked by Oldham Athletic
OLDHAM Athletic have begun a search for a new head coach after dismissing Harry Kewell. The Aussie, who only took charge on August 1, was…
Roughyeds return after a year on the sidelines
OLDHAM RL Club’s head coach Matt Diskin will play 13 new signings in tomorrow’s (Sat) friendly at Featherstone, the Roughyeds’ first game in more than…
Joy for injured Andy as he completes running challenge with help from friends
FORMER Saddleworth Rangers player Andy Joy completed his month-long challenge ‘Run for Jocky’ thanks to a little help from his friends. The 27-year-old prop, who…
Delph confident of a full summer’s cricket
DELPH is optimistic about getting a full campaign of play in the Huddersfield Cricket League. However, in the event of a delayed start to the…
Greenfield pack punch by signing Muhammad Ali
GREENFIELD have added some punch to their side by signing Muhammad Ali as their overseas player for the forthcoming Greater Manchester Cricket League, premier division…
Kicking off with the Challenge Cup
IF all goes according to plan, Roughyeds will be back in action on March 21 in the first round of the Challenge Cup. And if…
Grant helps Rangers to improve facilities
SADDLEWORTH Rangers are among more than 30 rugby league clubs, schools and community organisations across England to be awarded grants from the RLWC2021 CreatedBy programme.…
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Dr Kershaw’s new in-patient unit opens to community after pandemic delays
After a five-month delay due to the coronavirus pandemic, Dr Kershaw’s new state-of-the-art in-patient unit has opened, offering modern facilities for the local community. With…
Quiz buffs find solution to lockdown blues
WHEN their annual holiday was cancelled due to lockdown a group of quiz buffs came up with an answer to overcome the disappointment. That’s why…
‘Leg it 4 Liz’ fundraisers help Dr Kershaw’s Furnish with Love appeal
WHEN Liz O’Donnell crossed the finishing line of the Oldham Hilly Half Marathon in October 2018, little did she know that soon her family, friends…
Column: The Back Lane Veg Patch
PLANNING is an important ritual at this time of year, from seed catalogues to drawing a plan of the vegetable plot. However, February heralds the…
Dovestone WI’s Fabric into Food initiative serves up £11,000
DOVESTONE Women Institute’s fundraising for foodbanks has now topped a tremendous £11,000 and counting with the help of the generous community. The group launched their…
Grow your own boost as allotment holders get green light for greenhouses
THE green shoots of this year’s fruit and vegetables crop may be battling recent frosty weather but there is already some growth at the allotments…
Hair of a dog! Pascha is always Pooch Perfect to owner Alisha
ADORABLE cockapoo Pascha really got tails wagging after her recent appearance on BBC One’s Pooch Perfect after strutting her stuff as a model. writes Hayley…
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Exploring the Castleshaw Valley by Chris Maylor
WITH the current restrictions in place, people are looking for interesting, local walking routes to help maintain their health and well-being. Over the coming months…
Spring Digital Season brings interactive events and experiences to Oldham Coliseum audiences
THIS Spring, Oldham Coliseum Theatre presents a season of online events and experiences using interactivity and digital technology to transport audiences of all ages to…
Author Jo proves dreams can come true
AS a youngster Jo Harthan always dreamed of becoming a writer. Fulfilling her ambition may have taken longer than Jo, holder of a first-class honours…
Hive of online activity results in “wonderful” musical festival
AN Uppermill-based mental health specialist combined his two biggest passions to organise ‘the world’s cheapest music festival’. Paul Wolstenholme has now described the two-day, online…
Saddleworth folk tale of Alphin and Alder among Oldham Coliseum Micro Commissions
THE Saddleworth folk tale of Alphin and Alder is among the micro commissions unveiled by Oldham Coliseum Theatre for audiences and participants to experience online.…
Picture this: When Uppermill boasted its own cinema
THE lure of Uppermill hasn’t proved much less popular during the most recent lockdown restrictions with the High Street a constant throng of people –…
Half-term superhero training with Oldham Coliseum
THIS February half-term Oldham Coliseum Theatre is releasing interactive superhero training videos for children aged 4+ to join in with and enjoy. The Adventures of…
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Five-year anniversary reflections for law firm
TAKING whatever positives we can from a challenging period, it is important to reflect, remember and be thankful for the firm’s immense success and progress…
Saddleworth businesses could gain £1000s in pandemic pay-outs
Advertisement feature by Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers SADDLEWORTH businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic now have an insurance lifeline thanks to a recent Supreme Court…
Going green doesn’t have to be costly, says Saddleworth entrepreneur
A YOUNG Saddleworth eco entrepreneur aims to be boxing clever with her new online business selling environmentally friendly products. Diggle-raised Kate Barnfather, 24, is the…
Wrigley Claydon: Help with Bereavement
SADLY at this time of year many people find themselves bereaved. This is particularly relevant this year with the pandemic. Often people can feel overwhelmed…
Covid-19 pandemic results in funerals beyond recognition
SINCE time immemorial, funerals have been important rituals that have brought comfort to grieving families and friends. In recent decades, services have evolved to incorporate…
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Praise for pupil poets at a Saddleworth primary school
PUPILS at Oldham’s smallest primary school have received top marks for turning their lockdown experiences into a series of thought-provoking poetry. Now the group of…
In-spire-d! Six of the best from Sixth Form College win Oxbridge offers
OLDHAM may be short on dreaming spires but when it comes to academically making the grade four students from the town’s Sixth Form College have…
Grace steps up to help veterans again
AFTER getting a taste for bringing community cheer by making Remembrance cupcakes for veterans, cadet Grace Whalley is now recruiting her family to help with…
Young Amelie inspired by BBC’s Children in Need to tackle 5.7mile charity hike
By Jasmine Jackson A KIND-HEARTED 10-year-old girl from Greenfield hiked 5.7 miles to raise more than £300 for Children in Need after being inspired by…
Knowsley’s Christmas Jumper Day supports charities
KNOWSLEY Junior School raised more than £280 as pupils swapped their uniform for festive clothes on their Christmas Jumper Day. The money was used to…
Young entrepreneur Liv hopes for sweet taste of success
A DELPH youngster is not yet old enough to submit her CV for a possible appearance on the Apprentice. But Lord Alan Sugar would be…
Mahdlo joins forces with community to bring joy over festive period
MAHDLO Youth Zone teamed up with local companies and individuals to help about 2,200 people across Oldham enjoy a magical Christmas. More than £10,000 was…
