DR Kershaw’s’ Hospice at Home service is celebrating 10 years of providing compassionate care across Oldham. The free service was set up in 2016 to…
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Saddleworth Concerts Society 50th anniversary concert inspired by Ammon Wrigley
A SPECIAL concert evoking the landscapes, feelings and atmosphere of Saddleworth and its surroundings will commemorate Saddleworth Concerts Society’s 50th anniversary. Music for ‘When The…
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Outdoors come in for monochrome photo exhibition in Uppermill
An eye-catching photographic exhibition is bringing the outdoors inside at Saddleworth Museum. The exhibition by the Yorkshire Monochrome Group bears the theme of allotments, parks…
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War Memorial initiative welcomed in Austerlands
THE AUSTERLANDS community has welcomed the solution to a ‘longstanding problem’ at their Great War Memorial. The Mayor of Austerlands Paul Sykes has designed and…
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New documentary charts Frank Rothwell’s record-breaking Atlantic rows
FLAT cap. Small boat. Big flippin’ ocean. That’s the verdict of a new documentary charting the daring exploits of a Greenfield businessman rowing solo across…
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Swing into Spring with Oldham Choral Society
SWING into Spring with a lively concert from Oldham Choral Society. The group, with musical director Dr David Cane, invites you to their springtime event…
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Pull on thinking cap for Millgate’s Murder Mystery Night
GET your thinking cap on for an evening of murder and intrigue at the Millgate Arts Centre in Delph. If you fancy yourself as a…
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Young actors bring award-winning explosive play to Millgate Arts Centre
A GROUP of talented budding actors are bringing an explosive play to Delph that explores the pressures on young people today in the wake of…
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Discover a career in Environmental Services with Oldham Council
FIND OUT more about working in environmental services as Oldham Council hosts a recruitment open day. The event will take place on Monday, March 2…
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Reconnect with your creativity with yoga writing course
TWO creative companies in Saddleworth are coming together to offer a unique experience – a Yoga With Creative Writing course. First Ten Pages Writing School…
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Bitter-sweet musical comedy on big screen at Millgate Arts Centre
A BITTER-SWEET musical comedy is the latest offering on the big screen in Delph from Saddleworth Film Society. First-time feature filmmaker Stéphane Ly-Cuong blends a…
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Helen Mirren comes to Delph big screen in award-winning production
AWARD-WINNING actress Helen Mirren returns to the cinemas for the first time in more than a decade – and you can see it right here…
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Oldham town centre to dazzle with art and performances for Illuminate Light Night
OLDHAM will shine brightly once again as Illuminate Light Night transforms the town centre with dazzling light art, performances and installations. Everyone is invited to…
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Stax of Soul kick off fifth decade of music with Still Groovin’ tour in Delph
LEGENDARY band Stax of Soul will take centre stage in Delph as they kick off their ‘Still Groovin’ Tour. The nine-piece band will perform at…
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Oldham College partnership supports local joinery apprentice
OLDHAM College’s partnerships with local employers which creates opportunities for young people to step into skilled careers is being highlighted during National Apprenticeship Week (NAW).…
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Show community love this Valentine’s with village litter pick
SHOW your love for your community this Valentine’s Day by taking part in a village litter pick. LSG Litter Heroes are holding their next community…
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Mahdlo fights financial cuts as 15th anniversary approaches
MAHDLO Youth Zone is calling for long-term investment in young people as it approaches its 15th year despite financial pressures. The centre, which supports young…
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New organiser needed for ‘Smarties’ playgroup in Denshaw
HIGHLY POPULAR playgroup ‘Smarties’ in Denshaw is looking for a new organiser. The group meets every Monday morning at Denshaw Village Hall and has provided…
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Fundraising Winter Meal is heart-warming for veterans
AN AFTERNOON of great food and entertainment raised £840 to help veterans across the community. The ‘Veterans’ Winter Warmer Meal’ was organised by Sarah’s Community…
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Help shape future of Oldham Coliseum over ‘brew and chat’
HAVE your say on the future of the much-loved Oldham Coliseum Theatre at a ‘brew and chat’ event. Join the theatre’s team at Spindles Shopping…
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Oldham to shine bright for Illuminate Light Night spectacular
THERE will be a free evening of spectacular light installations, performances and community celebration for the annual Illuminate Light Night in Oldham town centre. The…
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All generations gather to remember at Holocaust Memorial event
AROUND 40 people of all ages gathered for this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day event which had the theme of ‘Bridging Generations’. The event, organised annually…
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Dovestone String Quartet to bring music spanning four centuries to Delph
A SPECIAL evening of music spanning four centuries is coming to Delph thanks to the Dovestone String Quartet. The group, which comprises Georgina Bloomfield (violin),…
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Have your say in Oldham Council budget consultation
LOCALS who live, work or travel in the borough are invited to put forward their views as Oldham Council begins the process of setting the…
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Get involved with community business at GGRA’s AGM
ALL are welcome to get involved with community business at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Greenfield and Grasscroft Residents’ Association (GGRA). The meeting…
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‘Sorry, Baby’ brings blend of heartache, humour and healing to Millgate
A FILM blending heartache, humour and healing is the latest offering on the big screen at The Millgate Arts Centre. Saddleworth Film Society will host…
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Self Protection course to help empower Saddleworth women
A UNIQUE opportunity for women to learn self protection is coming to Saddleworth. Jessica Jones, who owns and runs Amazonia School of Self Protection, is…
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‘Millgate Folk’ brings evening of songs and stories to Delph
ENJOY an evening of songs and stories from the British Isles spanning the last three centuries at the special concert in Delph. Ian F Ball…
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Poignant concert and cheque presentation is boost for OMRT
THERE was a poignant air to a fundraising concert for Oldham Mountain Rescue Team as one of the audience members was rescued by the team.…
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Pioneering Stepping Forward fostering campaign to support local children
A PIONEERING fostering campaign has been launched by Oldham Council to support children living in residential care to move into loving foster homes. The Stepping…
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Contemporary take on ‘Hamlet’ comes to Delph screen
A CONTEMPORARY take on William Shakespeare’s famous tragedy ‘Hamlet’ comes to Delph thanks to National Theatre Live. The film recording of the live National Theatre…
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Coveted gold status for green First Choice Homes Oldham
A COVETED national accolade has been awarded to First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) to celebrate how it makes its properties, communities and business even greener.…
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Morris Men close season for 50th year with Lordsmere Longsword dance
Saddleworth Morris Men are seeing out the year in style as they step out for their annual Lordsmere Longsword dance. The side will pull on…
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New tractor run on track after popular parade cancelled
LOCALS left disappointed by the cancellation of the popular Christmas Eve Tractor Run have a special festive treat in store – as a new one…
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