Pictures thanks to Pictureful of Memories FESTIVE cheer has arrived in Lees as villagers enjoyed their Christmas lights switch-on and markets. Guests braved the cold…
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Top accolade for Oldham Community Radio
THE battle to save Oldham Coliseum featured in Oldham Community Radio’s 99.7 FM winning entry in the Community Radio Awards 2024. The station claimed the…
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Celebrate the season with Brighouse and Rastrick Band
WORLD FAMOUS Brighouse and Rastrick Band is bringing festive musical treats for all ages at ‘A Christmas Matinee for all the Family’ in Uppermill. The…
View More Celebrate the season with Brighouse and Rastrick BandFestive cheer awaits at Austerlands Cricket Club Christmas Market
GET in the festive spirit at a Christmas Market at Austerlands Cricket Club on Saturday, December 7. The event runs from 11am to 4pm at…
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Deck the Halls with a festive floral demonstration
GET FESTIVE at a Floral Demonstration with a Christmas theme on Monday, December 2. The event will be led by Laura of LA Florists, Lees,…
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Festive fun and food at Greenfield Primary’s Christmas Fair
FESTIVE fun, food and live entertainment is in store at Greenfield Primary School’s Christmas Fair. The Fair takes place at the Shaw Street school on…
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Festive food and fun at The Big Lunch at Christmas at Emmaus Mossley
ENJOY some tasty food, chat, relax and have some festive fun at The Big Lunch at Christmas at Emmaus Mossley. The free event on Thursday,…
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Extended alcohol licence for Greene’s Bistro and Parlour refused
AN Uppermill café’s application to serve alcohol later on four evenings of the week has been refused by Oldham Council due to concerns over noise…
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Saddleworth Singers Christmas concert
ENJOY an Afternoon Christmas Concert with Saddleworth Singers on Sunday, December 8. The ladies’ choir will be joined by special guests Hulme Grammar School Choir…
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Lights switch-ons to welcome in Christmas across the community
FESTIVE cheer will be spread across Saddleworth as the villages hold their tree switch-on events to welcome in the Christmas season. LEES will light up…
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Mayor ‘honoured’ by award for supporting Oldham veterans
THE Mayor of Oldham says an award for his dedication and commitment to local veterans and the armed forces community is ‘the best recognition’ he…
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Crompton House Sixth Form seals historic win at first Oldham Debating Championship
CROMPTON HOUSE Sixth Form students saw off ‘strong competition’ to seal the title at the inaugural Oldham Debating Championship. The pupils had just a week…
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Friezland Primary pupils thrilled by Saddleworth Yarn Bombing visit
THE FACES behind Saddleworth’s creative postbox toppers paid a special visit to talk about their work at Friezland Primary School. Alicia Marland and Barbara Beeley…
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Gifts and goodies galore in Grotton
THERE will be Christmas treats and gifts galore at Grotton’s Christmas Fair on Sunday, November 24. The event, organised by Grotton Residents Association, will be…
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Santa to stop off at St Edward’s Parish Christmas Fair
MEET Santa and enjoy festive fun at St Edward’s Parish Christmas Fair on Sunday, November 24. The event will run from 12.30pm after Mass at…
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Santa to stop off at Saddleworth Museum
ENJOY a visit to see Santa as he stops at Saddleworth Museum in Uppermill. On Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15 Santa and Mrs…
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Call for community donations to help light villages with Christmas cheer
CHRISTMAS-SPIRITED locals are being encouraged to dip into their pockets to help brighten up Lees, Springhead and Grotton this festive season. LSG Business Hub is…
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Lord-Lieutenant’s Award for cadet squadron ‘heartbeat’ Alison
A CIVILIAN instructor who ‘is the heartbeat’ of her Royal Air Force Air Cadets squadron has been honoured with an award from his Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant…
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Busy Christmas schedule for Oldham Choir
A FESTIVE line-up of concerts and events is on the calendar for Oldham Choir. The choir is privileged to take part in this year’s Christmas…
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New School Street in Lees makes pupils’ travel safer and more sustainable
A NEW School Street is helping to make travel safer and more sustainable for pupils at Hey with Zion Primary and St Edwards RC Primary.…
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Festive treats in store at Lees Christmas Market
SNAP up some festive gifts and goodies at Lees Christmas Market on Sunday, November 24 from 11am-4pm. There will be a variety of craft and…
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Christmas arrives with Greenfield’s Lighting Up ceremony
GREENFIELD will shine bright with festive cheer at the Lighting Up ceremony of the village Christmas tree on Saturday, November 30. The event, organised by…
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Christmas cheer comes to Christ Church
SPECIAL guest Santa will help deliver festive fun and cheer at a Christmas Fair at Christ Church Friezland. The event takes place on Saturday, November…
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MP hails Dobcross Village Store co-operative as ‘glowing example’ of community work
SADDLEWORTH’S MP has hailed the efforts to save Dobcross Village Store and Post Office as a ‘glowing example’ of community work and hopes it inspires…
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£250,000 upgrade boost for Saddleworth Pool and Leisure Centre
SADDLEWORTH Pool and Leisure Centre is set to significantly enhance its gym and exercise studio facilities thanks to a £250,000 refurbishment. Oldham Active (Oldham Community…
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Shady Gardeners flourish with first Dobcross Village Store community donation
THE first generous community donation has been pledged by Dobcross Village Store as they look to support and reinvest in their local area. The store…
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Respects paid at Remembrance services across Saddleworth
THE COMMUNITY came together at services across Saddleworth this Remembrance Day to commemorate those who lost their lives in two world wars and other conflicts.…
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Austerlands remembers with poignant ceremony
MORE THAN 150 people gathered at Saddleworth’s oldest Great War Memorial in Austerlands to pay their respects on Remembrance Sunday. Proceedings were conducted by the…
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Winter Exhibition brings creative display from Saddleworth Group of Artists
AN EYE-CATCHING array of paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures will be on display as The Saddleworth Group of Artists holds its Winter Exhibition in Uppermill.…
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Spine-tingling ‘Haunting Julia’ to thrill at The Millgate
A ‘SPINE-TINGLING’ ghost story will have audiences on the edge of their seats this November at The Millgate Arts Centre in Delph. Saddleworth Players present…
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Dazzling displays to bring festive cheer for Christmas Illuminations competition
FESTIVE cheer will shine bright across Saddleworth as homes and businesses dress up their windows for the annual Christmas Illuminations competition. The competition, run by…
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Oldham Active ‘excited’ to make finals of inaugural Seriously Social Awards
OLDHAM Active (Oldham Community Leisure) is ‘excited’ to be shortlisted as a finalist in the Community Leisure UK’s first ever Seriously Social Awards. The awards…
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Concerts to pay tribute to fallen for Remembrance Day
CONCERTS across Saddleworth will pay tribute this Remembrance Day to those who have died in the line of duty. On Thursday, November 7, ‘Friezland Remembers’…
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Lest We Forget: Saddleworth pays respects with Remembrance services and tributes
VARIOUS services and tributes will be held across Saddleworth this Remembrance Day to commemorate those who lost their lives in two world wars and other…
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