FLAGS and banners flew high and brass bands rang out as church Processions of Witness returned to Saddleworth’s villages for the first time in three…
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Sound of brass returns to Saddleworth with Whit Friday band contests
THE sound of brass rang around Saddleworth as the popular Whit Friday Band Contests returned for the first time in three years. The event, dubbed…
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Update on report into historic child sexual exploitation expected within weeks
AN independent report into historic child sexual exploitation (CSE) in Oldham is set to be published within the next few weeks. Oldham Council Leader Amanda…
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Jubilee tractor run raises funds for RDA
A PROCESSION of almost 30 tractors of all colours, shapes and sizes took on a special charity run to mark the Queen’s Jubilee, raising £1,243.35…
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World-wide LoveChain to help raise funds for Greenfield group
A CREATIVE initiative from a Greenfield-based group is hoping to make a paper-chain large enough to circle the world as well as raise much-needed funds…
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Take part in Together We Walk to support people with cancer
MAGGIE’S Oldham is encouraging people to walk a 5k in celebration, reflection or love to help people with cancer. The centre, based in the grounds…
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Royal Garden Party comes to Stoneswood for Jubilee
A Royal Garden Party came to Delph as Stoneswood Residential Home in Delph put on a fantastic event to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Residents…
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Creative children bring Jubilee cheer to villages
THERE were 183 crowns, 53 queens, five hand-made crowns and two posters all colourfully created to decorate Lees, Springhead and Grotton thanks to a Platinum…
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Oldham Active supports local young unemployed
OLDHAM Active (Oldham Community Leisure) is working with local young unemployed people, providing them with six months paid work experience to help them to secure…
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Turn Oldham Orange for Maggie’s milestone
CANCER charity Maggie’s Oldham is on the lookout for schools, colleges, and companies to Go Outrageously Orange and fundraise in June to help celebrate their…
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Jubilee celebrations raise roof at Springhead Sports and Social Club
THE four-day Jubilee bank holiday got off to a fantastic start with a special event at the Springhead Sports and Social Club on Wednesday, June…
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Bowler Way residents come together for Platinum Jubilee celebrations
RESIDENTS gathered at street parties across Saddleworth to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. On Bowler Way in Greenfield, there was a delicious spread of food…
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Royal surprise at Cavallo Coffee Box
SPECIAL visitors stopped off at Cavallo Coffee Box in the Castleshaw Valley… the Queen and her corgis! The fun display was the brainchild of Sue…
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Fun and games at The White Hart’s Platinum Jubilee Celebration
TRADITIONAL English games and activities were enjoyed by all ages at a Platinum Jubilee Celebration at The White Hart in Lydgate. There was everything from…
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Countdown on to join Race for Life in Oldham
PEOPLE across Oldham are invited to sign up to Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life at Alexandra Park on Saturday, June 18. Participants of all ages…
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Job vacancy: Parish Clerk and Facilities Manager for Saddleworth Parish Council
Vegan Queens provide entertainment at Lido House’s Platinum Big Lunch
THERE was not just one but two queens at Lido House in Grotton for their 1980s themed Platinum Big Lunch. Special guests drag duo The…
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Picnic party in Scouthead to celebrate Jubilee
FROM picnics to barbecues and football to egg and spoon races, there was fun for all ages at the Scouthead and Austerlands Jubilee Picnic. The…
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Crown competition is icing on cake at Jubilee Tea Party
CROWNS of all shapes, sizes and coloured were paraded for a special competition at a Jubilee Tea Party at Chapel Garden, Delph. Youngsters of all…
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Delph Donkey Scarecrow Trail returns to raise funds for Ukraine
A HOST of eye-catching and creative scarecrows are lurking around Delph waiting to be spotted. The creations are in place as the popular Delph Donkey…
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Oldham’s young people to perform during Jubilee celebrations
YOUNG people from Oldham will be performing this week in London for the Royal Family as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations. On Sunday…
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Double delight with birthday and Jubilee celebrations at Saddleworth Carers
THERE were double celebrations at Saddleworth Carers group as member Norman Lloyd celebrated his 91stbirthday on the same day as their Jubilee Strawberry Cream Tea.…
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Pupils get crafty with Jubilee fun at Friezland Primary
PUPILS got creative and crafty for a Jubilee Day of activities at Friezland Primary School. Different classrooms hosted various Royal-themed arts and crafts for the…
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Jubilee games and fun at Greenfield Primary
THERE was fun and games at a Jubilee Celebration Day at Greenfield Primary School to mark the Queen’s 70 years of service. Children enjoyed a…
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Jubilee celebrations bring joy to Knowsley Junior School
KNOWSLEY Junior School in Springhead turned red, white and blue for a special Indoor Street Party to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Pupils tucked into…
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Grandmother Mary tempted back on the water after more than 50 years
DOVESTONE’S Discover Sailing Day, on Saturday, May 7 was one of rediscovery for grandmother Mary Dunkerley, one of the club’s early members. The 77-year-old from…
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Birthday celebrations to mark five years of Maggie’s Oldham
THERE will be cake, music and entertainment as Maggie’s Oldham celebrates five years of supporting people with cancer. All are welcome to join the centre,…
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Have The Time of Your Life at sing along screenings at Oldham Coliseum
OLDHAM Coliseum Theatre presents a Sing-a-Long-a double bill on Saturday, June 11 with interactive screenings of Dirty Dancing and The Greatest Showman. From the producers of the smash…
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Four days of Platinum Jubilee celebrations coming to Oldham
A four-day festival of Platinum Jubilee celebrations will take place across Oldham from Thursday, 2 June. With an array of exciting events lined up over…
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Strike action to impact train services over Jubilee weekend
RAIL travellers across the North and into Scotland are being warned to plan ahead for the Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend, with strike action by the…
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Fairey Band to bring brass magic to Uppermill
TEN years of Brass Fest will be marked with a fantastic concert featuring the WFEL Fairey Band and special guests Emmental Brass Band on Saturday,…
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‘Life-changing’ Saddleworth School officially opened
THE new Saddleworth School in Diggle will be ‘life-changing’ for pupils, said headteacher Mike Anderson at the official opening ceremony. Special guests including former head…
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Dedicated volunteer Sheila has been guiding hand for 50 years
SHEILA Meynell has gained many badges during her association with the brownies and girl guides in Saddleworth. But none have given as much pleasure and…
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Saddleworth School achieves Bronze award for Active Travel
SADDLEWORTH School is celebrating after receiving the Bronze level Modeshift STARS award for their school travel plan following the move to their new site in…
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