RESIDENTS are invited to pay their respects this Remembrance Day at Saddleworth’s oldest Great War memorial in Austerlands. Event organisers welcome all to join them…
View More Residents invited to Remembrance tributes at Saddleworth’s oldest Great War memorial
A POIGNANT white poppy event in Uppermill will remember all victims of war and highlight a commitment to peace. The event, organised annually by Saddleworth…
View More White poppy event in Saddleworth to remember all victims of war
AN INTERNATIONALLY acclaimed artist is unveiling his inaugural book inspired by Saddleworth to tell the tale of his rise from butcher to best-selling painter. Mark…
View More International artist Demsteader’s new book inspired by hometown Saddleworth
OCTOBER sees a huge raft of employment legislation and changes come into force, including the allocation of tips. Here Susan Mayall, Employment Partner and Solicitor…
View More What employment law changes mean for Saddleworth business owners
CHIEF Scout Dwayne Fields has thanked Saddleworth Scouts and volunteers for ‘creating brighter tomorrows for a new generation’. Scouts aim to prepare young people with…
View More Chief Scout Dwayne Fields thanks Saddleworth team
A NEW solicitor joining the ranks at O’Donnell Solicitors as well as an office expansion are helping the Saddleworth firm meet popular demand. Lisa Kirk…
View More New solicitor and bigger offices boost for O’Donnell Solicitors
AN EVENING of folk music aims to hit all the right notes in aid of Saddleworth Palestine Women’s Scholarship Fund (SPWSF). The Fund is holding…
View More Strings of Solidarity as folk night to raise funds for Palestine
DISCOVER the surreal and spectacular journey through the life of the man who created the NHS at a live broadcast from the National Theatre at…
View More Live broadcast brings Michael Sheen to Delph screen
FUNDRAISERS from Hill’s Panel Products (HPP) took on an ‘intense and exhilarating’ skydive to raise £2,215 and counting for Maggie’s Oldham. Joint founder and owner…
View More HPP’s ‘intense and exhilarating’ skydive raises £2,215 for Maggie’s Oldham
HUNDREDS of items have been donated across the community by Dovestone WI as they decided to support local women with practical help this year rather…
View More Dovestone WI donations are boost for women across the community
THERE was double delight as Saddleworth School scooped two awards at the prestigious STARS School Travel Awards. The Diggle-based school took part after their Youth…
View More Double delight for Saddleworth at STARS School Travel Awards
ENJOY great food, entertainment and company as well as raising money for veterans at a special fundraising party this November. Sarah’s Community Challenges Project (SCCP)…
View More Fundraising party to provide Christmas cheer for veterans
A WELCOME boost of £1,500 will help Saddleworth Carers Group continue to provide activities and support for those with dementia and their loved ones. Saddleworth…
View More Saddleworth Carers boosted by £1,500 Rotary Club donation
PEARSON Solicitors and Financial Advisers has again been recognised as a ‘Leading Firm’ in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500, with two of their…
View More Legal 500 status honour for Saddleworth solicitors
A STALWART volunteer who is stepping down after almost 20 years helping Delph Library to flourish is encouraging others to follow in her footsteps. Phillida…
View More Stalwart volunteer Phillida steps down after 20 years at Delph Library
SHORT FILMS from around the world are coming to town for the Sahar International Short Film Festival 2024. A selection of 28 short films with…
View More Festival brings short films from around the world to town
Images by Marie Whitehead TOP musicians, tribute acts and fireworks made it an afternoon to remember as almost 1,000 people enjoyed this year’s Delph Party…
View More Delph Party in the Park hits right notes again
HELP to keep Greenfield clean and tidy by joining a Litter Pick on Saturday, October 19. Street Scene Greenfield Group welcomes all to join their…
View More Join Litter Pick to keep Greenfield clean and tidy
A DERELICT Diggle home could receive a new lease of life as a holiday let if plans are approved by Oldham Council. The planning application…
View More Holiday let plans to revitalise ‘uninhabitable’ Diggle home?
THE DOORS are open for new members to show off their performance skills and make new friends with In My Shoes Theatre Group. The group…
View More In My Shoes welcomes young artists to join disability-led theatre group
GROT spots and unsightly rubbish are being targeted by community heroes in a bid to keep Lees, Springhead and Grotton clean and tidy. LSG Litter…
View More Join Litter Heroes to tackle more rubbish and grot spots
GHOSTS and ghouls will be lurking around the streets and gardens of Diggle as the village’s Spooky Trail returns. The popular annual event will see…
View More Spooky fun as scarecrow trail returns to Diggle
OWNERS at The Clarence have thanked customers for being ‘the heart and soul’ of the Greenfield pub as they step down after five years. David…
View More The Clarence owners move on after ‘incredible journey’
SATISFIED customers can get a second helping of Weaver and Wilde as the popular coffee house opens a new café in Greenfield. The award-winning eatery,…
View More Weaver and Wilde new café promises ‘cosy atmosphere with a twist’
THE REMARKABLE achievements of a 91-year-old from Denshaw who has raised more than £175,000 for charities have been recognised with a Pride of Britain nomination.…
View More Pride of Britain nomination honour for Denshaw fundraiser Alan
GRAB a bargain as a Ladies Fashion Show and Pop-up Shop comes to town. Shop your favourite High Street brands at 50% off or more…
View More Bag a bargain at pop-up Fashion Show
Manor of Saddleworth DISCOVER more about ‘The Manor of Saddleworth, 1200-1834’ at an illustrated presentation on Wednesday, October 9. The talk, organised by Saddleworth Historical…
View More Coming up at the Saddleworth Historical Society
A SPLASH of pink is brightening up Saddleworth as shops and businesses dress up their windows and do their bit for Cancer Research UK. Shoppers…
View More Saddleworth Turns Pink to pitch in for Cancer Research UK
POLICE officers gathered for a poignant service to mark 12 years since PC Nicola Hughes and PC Fiona Bone were killed on duty. PC Hughes,…
View More Memorial service marks 12 years since PC Nicola Hughes’ death
TUCK into a tasty meal as well as raising funds for good causes at a Buffet Lunch on Thursday, September 26 at Saddleworth Civic Hall.…
View More Buffet Lunch boost for charities
ENJOY a day of fun and entertainment as well as supporting local causes and projects at a music festival in Grotton. The ‘Breaking Barriers’ showcase…
View More ‘Breaking Barriers’ music festival to support community causes
A SERIES of four outdoor wellbeing activities is being piloted by RSPB Dove Stone in Greenfield this autumn. The charity is working with local providers…
View More Boost health and wellbeing with RSPB Dove Stone outdoor activities
AN EYE-CATCHING fairy garden trail brought a sprinkle of magic to Dobcross as well as raising £445.34. Friends of Dobcross School (FODS), with support from residents, created…
View More Fundraising fairy garden trail brings magical boost to Dobcross
A 16-strong squad from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team (OMRT) were instrumental in the three-hour rescue of an injured walker at Ravestones in Greenfield. The team…
View More OMRT on hand for three-hour rescue of injured walker at Ravestones
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