LOCALS are invited to enjoy a day of walking, entertainment, local history, food, culture and community spirit to raise funds for Maggie’s Oldham. The centre,…
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‘Exciting opportunities’ in store for Diggle Brass Band with new musical director
DIGGLE Brass Band is ‘incredibly excited’ to welcome Tony Wyatt as its new Musical Director. The band announced the appointment on its Facebook page ahead…
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Tractor run to support Dr Kershaw’s in memory of popular locals
A TRAIL of tractors of all models, sizes and colours will wind its way through Saddleworth to raise money for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice. The tractor…
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Little French Cinema to thrill with dramas
TWO dramas will keep audiences on the edge of their seats as the Little French Cinema season draws to a close. On Thursday, October 1…
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Cavallo Coffee Box celebrates five years of treats and fundraising
FIVE years of coffee, cakes, treats and raising thousands of pounds for charities have been celebrated at Cavallo Coffee Box. The trailer, on Millcroft Lane…
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Saddleworth Three Peaks walkers double fundraising target to make bucket list dreams come true
SADDLEWORTH Medical Practice staff more than doubled their £1,500 fundraising target as they tackled the Saddleworth Three Peaks challenge to make the bucket lists of…
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Esteemed international award for former Greenfield resident Richard Knowles
FORMER Oldham Council Leader and Greenfield resident Professor Richard Knowles is ‘deeply honoured, humbled and delighted’ to receive an esteemed award from the International Geographical…
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Road closures planned for Greenfield carriageway surfacing works
ROADS throughout Greenfield will be closed for up to nine days for carriageway surfacing works. J Hopkins is carrying out the work on Chew Valley…
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LSG Litter Heroes to tackle Lees rubbish during summer clean-up
HELP to make a real difference to your community by joining a litter pick this summer. LSG Litter Heroes are holding their next event on…
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Rose to Remember raises £25,000 for Dr Kershaw’s
A SEA of lilac roses transformed the gardens of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice and helped raise more than £25,000 for patient care thanks to community support. A crowd of hundreds gathered…
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Lees community champion to put Oldham on map for Baton of Hope tour
A LEES community champion is tackling her biggest challenge yet – being selected as project lead for Oldham for the nationwide Baton of Hope 2027.…
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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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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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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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‘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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Saddleworth Three Peaks challenge to help youngsters’ bucket list dreams come true
THE BUCKET lists of two young children living with a rate genetic disorder are getting closer to becoming a reality thanks to Saddleworth Medical Practice staff who…
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Get crafty with watermelon needle felting workshop for Palestine Women’s Scholarship Fund
EXPLORE the delightful art of needle felting and make your own miniature watermelon jewellery at a unique fundraising event. The workshop, on Saturday, September 5, has been…
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Area’s young people wanted to help Tour de France
YOUNG people aged 18 to 25 from Saddleworth and Oldham have the chance to gain real work experience by volunteering at one of the world’s greatest sporting events. The Tour…
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Discover great outdoors of ‘Our Beautiful Oldham’ at new nature gallery
THE colour, curiosity and creativity of the great outdoors is coming indoors at a new permanent nature gallery in Oldham. ‘Our Beautiful Oldham’ opened its doors at Gallery Oldham…
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Live music, giveaways and offers in store as Oldham Bar Hop returns
THERE is a weekend packed with entertainment and offers in store as pubs, bars and venues across the town centre come together for Oldham Bar…
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Gardeners invited to showcase talents for Saddleworth in Bloom
KEEN gardeners across the community are invited to show off their projects big or small during this year’s Saddleworth in Bloom competition. The competition, run by Saddleworth Parish…
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‘Exciting milestone’ as Waterhead Academy celebrates national award for attendance
WATERHEAD Academy is celebrating an ‘exciting milestone’ in its improvement journey after receiving national recognition for student attendance. The establishment, on Huddersfield Road in Lees, has received the National…
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Mahdlo steps out on 15-mile Three Peaks challenge to mark 15th birthday
YOUTH charity Mahdlo Youth Zone is marking its 15th anniversary with the return of its 15-mile Three Peaks of Saddleworth walk. The fundraising event on Saturday, July 4, now in…
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Live music, games and fun at Greenfield Primary’s Summer Fair
THERE will be family fun and activities for all at Greenfield Primary School’s Summer Fair. The school, on Shaw Street, is inviting the community to join them on…
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Saddleworth Morris gearing up for 50th Rushcart Festival and Beer Festival
RUSHCART Festival’s 50th anniversary and a fundraising Beer Festival are two highlights of a busy schedule for Saddleworth Morris Men. The morris dancing side is gearing up for…
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New play celebrates ‘incredible life’ of local heroine at Millgate
THE ‘incredible life’ of suffragette and activist Laura Annie Willson is celebrated in a new play coming to The Millgate Arts Centre in Delph. On Wednesday, June…
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Musical story of Peterloo Massacre to educate and entertain in Delph
ENJOY a night of musical storytelling that has kept sold-out venues ‘spellbound’ across the North West as ‘Peterloo in Rock’ comes to Delph. Millgate Arts Centre welcomes The Reformers…
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Royal celebrations as Greenfield Band marks King’s birthday
ROYAL celebrations are spreading to Saddleworth as Greenfield Band puts on a special concert in honour of the King’s official birthday. Led by Musical Director Paul…
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Family Fun Day to raise funds for match day disability support bus
ENJOY an exciting day for all ages as well as raising funds for an important cause at a Family Fun Day in Friezland. The event takes place on…
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New MD aims to build on success of family-run HPP
THE new managing director of Oldham business Hill’s Panel Products (HPP) says he is ‘looking forward to building on the success’ the company has achieved. …
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‘Special and welcoming’ Salsa Beauty celebrates 20 years
A ‘SPECIAL and welcoming space’ at Salsa Beauty Rooms in Mossley was celebrated as the salon reached its 20th anniversary. Sarah Wilde and Sally Beswick invited clients old…
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Diggle Brass Band seeks new MD as popular Sean steps down
DIGGLE Brass Band is bidding a fond farewell to their Musical Director Sean Conway who has brought an ‘incredible period of growth, success, and unforgettable…
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