A NURSERY that reopened less than two years ago after standing empty since the Covid-19 pandemic is celebrating after Ofsted inspectors awarded it top marks. …
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Oldham GP welcomes Burnham’s pledge to make ending rough sleeping a priority
AN OLDHAM GP, councillor and charity founder has welcomed new Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s commitment to making the ending of rough sleeping a priority for…
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Uppermill canal walks and boat trips featured in days out guide
UPPERMILL’S canalside walks and historic attractions have been highlighted in a guide promoting some of the North West’s top waterside destinations. The Canal & River…
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Forest Friends celebrates strong first Ofsted report
A FOREST school pre-school and nursery in Grotton is celebrating after inspectors awarded it strong marks across all areas in its first Ofsted report. Forest…
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Motorists can take a test drive and help raise money for hospice
LOCAL drivers are being invited to get behind the wheel of a new Ford model while helping raise vital funds for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice. The…
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Saddleworth dance school invites community to summer open day fundraiser
A SADDLEWORTH community dance school is inviting families and local residents to join a summer open day. It will feature free classes, performances and entertainment…
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Walker suffers suspected broken leg at Dovestone Reservoir
OLDHAM Mountain Rescue Team was called out after a walker suffered a suspected broken leg at Dovestone Reservoir. The incident happened on Friday afternoon (19…
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Oldham primary pupils discover future career possibilities
MORE than 200 primary school pupils from across Oldham explored the world of work at a careers fair designed to inspire the next generation. Hosted…
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Family’s heartfelt thanks to hospice after dad’s final Father’s Day
A DAUGHTER has shared how Dr Kershaw’s Hospice helped her family create a treasured final memory with her dad. Sue McEwan’s father, Brian Swann, was…
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Oldham business figure celebrates 25 years at Pearson Solicitors
ONE of Oldham’s best-known financial advisers is celebrating a major career milestone after reaching 25 years with Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers. Richard Eastwood, a…
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Uppermill office proves success for Pearson Solicitors one year on
A YEAR after opening its doors in the heart of Uppermill, Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers says its Saddleworth venture has exceeded expectations. The firm…
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Volunteers save more than £548,000 as hospice highlights funding gap
HUNDREDS of volunteers have helped save Dr Kershaw’s Hospice more than half a million pounds over the past year, as the local charity continues to…
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Oldham dad loses four stone after heart attack scare changed his life
A FATHER from Oldham who spent a year afraid to leave his room after suffering a heart attack has revealed how he lost four stone…
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Local couple share powerful impact of early-onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis
A LOCAL couple are speaking out about the devastating reality of early-onset Alzheimer’s in the hope it encourages others to seek help sooner. Andy Cragg…
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Local writer turns Peter Pan story into chilling thriller
A CARE worker has swapped case notes for crime fiction after writing a dark psychological thriller inspired by grief, online influence and the hidden struggles facing young…
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Walker rescued from challenging path near Dovestones after fall
A WALKER had to be rescued from the rocky terrain of Birchen Clough near Dovestones after suffering a fall. Volunteers from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team…
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Dr Kershaw’s Hospice urges families to keep talking after Dying Matters Week
DIFFICULT conversations around death, grief and end-of-life care were brought into the spotlight across Oldham during this year’s Dying Matters Week. The national campaign, led…
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Saddleworth and Oldham bands to take centre stage at local music showcase
SOME of the most talked-about alternative acts from Saddleworth and Oldham will come together for a live music showcase in Mossley. In Our Backyard 3…
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Reform sweeps into Saddleworth as local politics enters uncertain new era
SADDLEWORTH woke up to a dramatically changed political landscape following the local elections, after Reform UK secured major breakthroughs across the parish. The party claimed…
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Oldham Credit Union CEO joins Boundary Park sleep-out
A NIGHT under the stands at Boundary Park offered a stark reminder of a reality many face every day. Oldham Credit Union’s CEO, Lyndsey Gilkes,…
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Girl backs hospice’s Rose to Remember campaign in grandad’s honour
A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD girl from Oldham is helping support Dr Kershaw’s Hospice’s Rose to Remember campaign after seeing first-hand the care the hospice gave to her…
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Firework warning after discarded casings found at beauty spot
POLICE have issued a warning after discarded firework casings were discovered in one of the upper fields at Dovestones, raising fresh concerns about fire risks…
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New project aims to preserve Oldham’s rich dance heritage for future generations
FROM Morris dancing to South Asian traditions, a new heritage project is shining a spotlight on Oldham’s dance communities – and local people are being…
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Ascot glamour in Saddleworth as stylish fundraiser returns for hospice
ONE of Oldham’s most glamorous charity events is off to the races once again, as Ascot Ladies’ Day returns to The White Hart Inn in…
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Local volleyball club seek your support ahead of historic final
A FAST-RISING volleyball club from Oldham is heading to the national stage after a remarkable debut season. Legends Volleyball Club CIC have reached the final…
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Boss of trust behind Royal Oldham Hospital to step down
THE man in charge of the trust overseeing The Royal Oldham Hospital has announced he will step down later this year. Owen Williams, chief executive…
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Strictly-style fundraiser raises over £66,000 for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
SEQUINS, samba and a lot of local spirit helped raise more than £66,000 for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, as their Strictly-inspired dance competition returned in style.…
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Lost walkers rescued from Birchen Clough after dark
THREE walkers who became disoriented in the dark sparked a late-night rescue in Saddleworth after getting lost on the rugged paths of Birchen Clough. Eighteen…
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New Saddleworth-shot documentary shines light on isolation and power of creativity
A NEW documentary filmed in Saddleworth is putting a spotlight on how creativity can bring people together – even in the face of isolation, unemployment…
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Local hospice invites new voices to help guide future care
PEOPLE from across Oldham are being encouraged to step forward and help shape the future of end-of-life care as Dr Kershaw’s Hospice looks to welcome…
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Mossley charity launches new shopping space at Spring Fayre
A HOMELESSNESS charity in Mossley celebrated the launch of a new shopping space at its Spring Fayre. Emmaus Mossley welcomed local residents and supporters to…
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Young artist’s design to take centre stage at Greenfield’s Whit Friday tradition
GREENFIELD is gearing up for one of Saddleworth’s most cherished traditions as preparations ramp up for this year’s Whit Friday Brass Band Contests – now…
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The impact of a 30-year-old Saddleworth centre
A WELL-KNOWN Saddleworth arts group is celebrating a major milestone this year, as Saddleworth Drama Centre turns 30. Based in Springhead, the centre has spent…
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‘Forgotten Army’ exhibition honouring South Asian war heroes
AN EXHIBITION shining a light on the often-overlooked role of South Asian soldiers in the World Wars is set to open in Oldham. The ‘Forgotten…
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