HAVE a good laugh as well as raising funds for a local school at Off The Rails Comedy Club at The Royal George in Greenfield.…
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Capture newborn memories at new photography studio
A NEW photography studio is the perfect addition to Uppermill for families who want to capture those precious, earliest days of their child’s life. Tina…
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See if you are smarter than a 10 year old at Mahdlo birthday quiz
QUIZ lovers are invited to find out if they are smarter than a ten year old at a special event at Mahdlo Youth Zone for…
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Parish Council pledges to support Armed Forces community
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has promised to help ensure those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly.…
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Dobcross company K&M Global donates ambulance to Ukraine aid appeals
DOBCROSS-BASED company K&M Global is offering a helping hand in response to appeals for aid during the conflict in Ukraine. The company, which specialises in…
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Statutory notice: Dovestone Learning Partnership
Musical Miners in comedy at Oldham Coliseum
BRASSED Off meets The Full Monty in Richard Cameron’s The Glee Club at Oldham Coliseum Theatre this month. The show runs from March 15-19, presented…
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In loving memory: Eric Bradshaw
In loving memory: Eric Bradshaw Eric Bradshaw, formerly of Greenfield, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at Millfield Residential Home, Waterhead, Oldham, aged 96…
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New Saddleworth School receives seal of approval from life patron John
A FORMER pupil, employee and governor has given his seal of approval to the new Saddleworth School. And John Broadbent can’t wait for an opportunity…
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Another charity show success for Mid-Life Crisis at Playhouse 2
A SELL-OUT audience enjoyed the latest charity show from Mid-Life Crisis at the Playhouse 2 Theatre in Shaw, raising more than £1,400 for good causes.…
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InHarmony Choir seeks more men to join their ranks
InHarmony Choir is looking for more men of all ages to join their ranks. It is a mixed four-part harmony choir and is working back…
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Stoneleigh House care home “requires improvement” says latest inspection
A SPRINGHEAD residential care home “requires improvement” according to a report published by the health watchdog. The Care Quality Commission raised concerns into service issues…
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Feminist true crime retelling The Ballad of Maria Marten comes to Oldham Coliseum
A THRILLING retelling of a real-life murder mystery, critically-acclaimed production The Ballad of Maria Marten is coming to Oldham Coliseum Theatre from March 22-26. Produced…
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Doors open at new Saddleworth School in Diggle
PUPILS and staff are ‘incredibly excited’ to move into their new Saddleworth School in Diggle, says headteacher Mike Anderson. The former school in Uppermill closed…
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Frank Rothwell to host business breakfast with Council Leader and Chief Executive
BUSINESSES are invited to join Oldham’s new ambassador, Frank Rothwell, at a business breakfast with Council Leader Arooj Shah and Chief Executive Harry Catherall. Frank,…
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Free parking offer launched at Tommyfield Market
OLDHAM Council is making it even easier to love your local market with a new ‘free after 3pm’ parking offer. The new offer is in…
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Former Greenfield greengrocers development plans refused again
PLANS to develop a former greengrocers and fishmongers in Greenfield into four flats have been refused – for the second time. In turning down the…
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Theatre group shines at first showcase
AN evening of music, movement, script work and improvised sketches showed off the talents of the recently formed In My Shoes Theatre Group. The inclusive…
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PEARSONS COLUMN: How to not lose out if you sell off land
MANY Saddleworth properties come with land, but what happens if you sell it off and it later becomes a substantially more valuable housing plot once…
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New addition continues HPP company growth
THE latest addition to Hill’s Panel Products says the company is ‘interesting, refreshing and exciting’. Matt Wilson, who hails from Shaw but now lives in…
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Proud Greenfield family celebrate life of history making female author
ETHEL Carnie Holdsworth was described as a “forgotten working class heroine” during celebrations to mark her life and works. But to a Greenfield family, Ethel,…
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Sign of the times… Improvement boosts for village
A NEW sign chronicling the history of Diggle has been erected as part of improvements to enhance the area for locals and visitors. The previous…
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Oldham Council appoints Willmott Dixon to start Spindles redevelopment
OLDHAM Council has appointed Willmott Dixon as the main contractor for the Spindles Town Square redevelopment – kickstarting work on the building’s transformation. The construction…
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Booklet helps businesses and community become resilient
A PROACTIVE, new booklet is being distributed to businesses across Saddleworth to promote the importance of surviving disruption and how to become resilient. Jayne Romanczuk,…
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Saddleworth showcases set to return this summer
THE popular WelliFest and Saddleworth Show showcases are set to return this summer with plans well underway. The events are joint ventures between Oldham Metro…
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Rail strike action to disrupt journeys for fourth consecutive Sunday
WITH further strike action planned to take place on Sunday, March 6, TransPennine Express (TPE) is asking customers to continue to be prepared and plan…
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Prizes for pubs
A HISTORIC Springhead pub is the best boozer in Saddleworth – and that’s official. Landlord and landlady Mick Wilkin and Stacey Lightfoot are toasting their…
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Be Happy! Sing with Oldham Choral Society
By Stuart Ferguson THERE are many psychological and emotional benefits of singing – so why not join a choir like Oldham Choral Society? For a…
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Monday Monthly Talk at Legate Parish Hall: A childhood with a difference
FIND out about ‘A childhood with difference’ at the next Monday Monthly Talk at Lydgate Parish Hall. On Monday, March 7 at 2.30pm, local lady…
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Funeral notice: John Butterworth Wood
Funeral notice: BRADSHAW Eric
BRADSHAW Eric Eric, formerly of Greenfield, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at Millfield Residential Home, Waterhead, Oldham, aged 96 years. Beloved husband of…
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COLUMN: The Back Lane VEG PATCH
THIS month is the start of the sowing season. Clean off that heated propagator and sow seed. There are a few seeds you can grow…
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Diggle Scarecrow Trail returns after two years
By Aimee McKenna CREATIVE and eye-catching entries are wanted for this year’s scarecrow trail in Diggle. The trail, which is organised by Friends of Diggle…
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Open Mike night Sweeney takes to stage at Millgate
HE is a proud son of Salford but Mike Sweeney is definitely a self-confessed Saddleworthian. While he will always remain an ‘incomer’ to some, Mike…
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