New life-saving defibrillator installed at Lees church
A new community defibrillator has been installed at Hey St John Church on Stamford Road in Lees, providing residents with access to potentially life-saving equipment…
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End of an era as Lucy Cobb prepares to leave Uppermill High Street after 20 years
One of Uppermill’s best-known independent fashion retailers is preparing to close its High Street store after two decades at the heart of village life. Lucy…
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Quacking success as duck race raises funds for local charities
A charity duck race at Saddleworth Marina Artisan Market proved a successful fundraiser for local good causes while providing plenty of entertainment for visitors. The…
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Back to the Future at sea is no cut-price copy
Ian Cheeseman finds Royal Caribbean’s streamlined cruise-ship production of Back to the Future: The Musical delivers the spectacle, pace and heart of the stage hit…
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Saddleworth Marina artisan market celebrates first anniversary
A popular monthly market at Saddleworth Marina in Greenfield has celebrated its first anniversary. Saddleworth Artisan Market drew visitors from across the area for a…
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Grandpa Greene’s to close Diggle site – before being rebuilt
A SADDLEWORTH business that has become something of an institution is to close its original Diggle site. But do not think Grandpa Greene’s is disappearing…
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Planning your retirement in the North West
Planning for retirement? The financial side still matters, of course. But a successful retirement often comes down to something more practical: knowing what sort of…
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Major incident stood down as Dovestone and Swineshaw wildfire response enters recovery phase
The major incident declared in response to the wildfires at Dovestone and Swineshaw has now been stood down following significant progress in bringing the blazes…
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Free opera workshop aims to inspire Greater Manchester’s next generation of performers
A new opera organisation is inviting young people from across Greater Manchester to take part in a free four-day workshop designed to introduce them to…
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Luxury Grasscroft home on the market for £1.1 million
Property feature in partnership with West Riding Estate Agents. A luxury detached home in one of Saddleworth’s most desirable locations has been placed on the…
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Hiroshima Day vigil to be held in Uppermill
Residents are being invited to gather in Uppermill this week for a Hiroshima Day vigil organised by Saddleworth Peace Group, commemorating the victims of the…
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Retailers urged to suspend disposable BBQ sales amid growing wildfire concerns
High Peak MP Jon Pearce is calling on major retailers across the UK to suspend the sale of disposable barbecues following a summer of devastating…
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Police thank residents for staying away from Dove stone during closure
Residents have been thanked for their support in staying away from Dove stone Reservoir as emergency services continue operations in the area. Andy Holian, Neighbourhood…
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Finalists revealed as Oldham Business Awards flourish with new categories
THREE new categories will give even more local companies the chance to shine at this year’s Oldham Business Awards. The line-up of finalists for this…
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Labour’s Bev Craig elected Mayor of Greater Manchester
BEV Craig has been named the new Mayor of Greater Manchester after what even she described as “a long day.” The Labour candidate won the…
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Mayoral hopefuls accept tight-lipped defeat
HAVING COUNTED the winning Labour votes, it was time for the rest of the candidates to count their losses. The Conservatives, Green Party, Liberal Democrats,…
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How Lab Tests Help Track River Pollution Around Saddleworth
People in Saddleworth usually know when a familiar watercourse looks wrong. A brook that usually runs clear after a dry week can turn cloudy after…
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Rangersfest to bring festival atmosphere for whole family to Greenfield
THERE will be a brilliant festival atmosphere in Greenfield as ‘Rangersfest’ brings live music and family fun. On Saturday, September 12, Saddleworth Rangers Rugby Club,…
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Dobcross Fairy Garden Trail hopes to make school playground dreams come true
ORGANISERS of this year’s Fairy Garden Trail across Dobcross are calling on the community to help them make it the most magical yet as they…
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Family Fun Day to score welcome boost for Saddleworth Football Club
A FAMILY Fun Day aims to hit the target and raise a welcome boost for Saddleworth Football Club and their new home at Bishop Park. The…
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Five Road Safety Tips Every Learner Driver Should Know
Learning to drive is a rewarding milestone, but stepping onto busy roads for the first time can feel deeply intimidating. Gaining your driving licence isn’t…
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University Campus Oldham scores above average grades
OLDHAM is seen as a place to develop high-performing students after the town’s University Campus rated above the average in the National Student Survey 2026. The centre,…
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Saddleworth learns who will be Mayor of Greater Manchester
PEOPLE in Saddleworth have cast their vote – now to find out who will be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester. Andy Burnham’s departure for…
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Uppermill FC ready to rise into non-league pyramid
SADDLEWORTH is ready to take a step into the unknown as a football club enters the non-league pyramid. But nerves are the last thing on…
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Saddleworth band to support Inspiral Carpets at Holmfirth gig
A Saddleworth indie band is set to share the stage with one of Manchester’s most iconic groups after being selected as the support act for…
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‘We must be more resilient to fires’, GM Mayoral candidates say
CANDIDATES running to be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester have agreed that more must be done to protect the area from wildfires. It comes…
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Morris Men’s 50th Rushcart is set to be record event
A RECORD number of Morris sides are set to help make Saddleworth’s Rushcart festival the biggest and loudest yet in its 50th year. The popular annual…
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Teenager arrested after high-speed moped pursuit across Greater Manchester
A teenager has been arrested following a high-speed police pursuit involving a stolen moped, an alleged machete offence and a number of other outstanding offences.…
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500 Oldham families benefit from uniform support
THEY SAY you are never fully dressed without a smile – and now thanks to the Oldham Credit Union, hundreds of local children are set…
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‘Determination, resilience and excellence’ earn Oldham student ‘Learner of the Year’ crown
AN Oldham College learner whose education journey has been ‘nothing short of extraordinary’ has been named 16-19 Learner of the Year at the GM Skills Awards…
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Zack Polanski says Greater Manchester needs change after Burnham
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter Andy Burnham has ‘damaged’ Greater Manchester with his ‘Manchesterism’, according to Zack Polanski. The Green Party leader believes…
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Residents win battle over controversial speed bump plans in Moorside
By Ed Barnes – Local Democracy Reporter Plans for speed bumps on an Oldham lane would have been ‘another nail in the coffin’ after a…
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GM Mayoral candidate sees what he can do for Saddleworth
A CANDIDATE to become Mayor of Greater Manchester has visited Saddleworth – the first to do so. Phil Eckersley will stand for the Conservatives in…
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Unfair Dismissal: What Are Your Rights and How Long Do You Have to Make a Claim?
If you have recently been dismissed from your job, you may have only a few months to bring a legal claim. Many employees are surprised…
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