NO matter what your interest in a business – owner, director, partner or sole trader – it makes sense to protect the future of that…
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Reverse advent calendar helps feed Oldham
GENEROUS donations from the public to a Reverse Advent Calendar enabled Oldham Foodbank to feed more than 1,000 over the festive period. The campaign saw…
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Concert tradition raises much needed funds for charity
A BOOST of £300 was raised for Macmillan thanks to a cheerful Christmas get-together. The carol concert has been taking place at Uppermill Cricket Club…
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First Manchester bus drivers announce more strikes in pay dispute
BUS drivers employed by First Manchester have announced fresh strike action in January and February in the dispute over pay. The days planned for industrial…
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Audience suggestions take the lead in hilarious improvised musical Notflix
Multi-award winning comedy musical Notflix: The Improvised Musical comes to Oldham Coliseum Theatre on Saturday, February 5, combining hit movies with 100 per cent more…
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New custodians of Stoneswood pledge to keep character and quality
A RESPECTED retirement home in Delph will keep its character and legacy as it goes from strength to strength, say the new owners as they…
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Response to Covid-19 at the Satellite Centre
VISITORS to the Satellite Centre in Greenfield are asked to follow regulations in place to help keep users, volunteers and staff safe during the Covid-19…
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Surviving winter and the new year
By John Kirkbride CHRISTMAS is over and it’s back to work and wintry weather, so John Kirkbride offers some ‘helpful’ tips on getting through the…
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Greater Manchester CAZ scheme turns air blue?
DRIVERS could be hit by hefty charges of up to £60 a day when Greater Manchester’s Clean Air Zone (CAZ) initiative comes into place on…
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Get green with the ‘Green Talk Greenfield’ discussion group
THE Green Talk Greenfield team has decided to move its first talk and discussion due to the Covid pandemic from Thursday, January 20 to Thursday,…
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Saddleworth Peace Group to hold annual vigil
SADDLEWORTH Peace Group is holding its annual vigil on Sunday, January 30 to remember the Holocaust and subsequent genocides. All are welcome to the socially…
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First Manchester confirms more industrial action at Oldham depot
NO services will operate from First Manchester’s Oldham bus depot on Tuesday, January 18 and Thursday, January 20 because of further industrial action. This includes…
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Care with Choices puts person-centred homecare at heart of its services
A SCOUTHEAD-BASED care service is putting person-centred homecare at the heart of its offering to the community. Care with Choices are passionate about providing person-centred…
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Second anniversary restart for The Last Quiz Night on Earth in Oldham
ALMOST exactly two years on, immersive play-come-pub quiz The Last Quiz Night on Earth will run at Oldham’s The Bank Top Tavern in March. The production will…
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Adventurer Steve seeks next extreme challenge
A PRIMARY school teacher who has trekked across the Sahara Desert and run nine marathons in nine days in glacial Iceland is on the hunt…
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Roger ready to celebrate 100th birthday
ONE of Saddleworth’s best known figures is preparing to celebrate his 100th birthday this month. Community stalwart Roger Tanner will reach the landmark age on…
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Hospices join forces with Strictly Dance to raise funds for patient care
DR Kershaw’s and Willow Wood Hospices have partnered up to bring their very own version of popular BBC programme Strictly Come Dancing once more. Royton-based…
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Omicron business support grants now open
OLDHAM businesses can now apply for the Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant. The latest coronavirus business grant will see eligible businesses receive one off grants…
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Guests dance up £3,000 for Mahdlo at Dovestone WI ball
MORE than 160 guests danced the night away at Dovestone Women Institute’s charity ball to raise £3,000 for Mahdlo Youth Zone. After two years of…
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Gin & Jammies with Dr Kershaw’s
BECOME the ultimate party planner and host a ‘Gin & Jammies’ soiree to enjoy with friends and family, fundraising for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice at the…
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Oldham Council to install more CCTV cameras around town centre tram stops
OLDHAM Council is installing 51 CCTV cameras at locations around five Metrolink stops to help passengers and residents feel safer and more confident. The…
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Grotton veterinary nurse champions dog first aid course
A VETERINARY nurse from Grotton is calling on walkers to consider a dog first aid course to prepare them should the worst happen on a…
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First Manchester industrial action sees services cancelled for two days at Oldham bus depot
INDUSTRIAL action is taking place Oldham bus depot by First Manchester on Monday, January 10 and Tuesday, January 11 so no services will operate from…
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New Deputy Chief Executive appointed at Oldham Council
SAYYED Osman has been confirmed as the next Deputy Chief Executive for People services at Oldham Council. Strategic Director and designated Deputy Chief Executive at…
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January sale launched by heritage Greenhouse manufacturer Hartley Botanic
A VICTORIAN Villa, The Paxton and The Hartley Highgrow are just some of the eye-catching models included in the January sale by heritage Greenhouse manufacturer…
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Care With Choices proud to launch new service
A NEW Scouthead-based care service has ambitious plans to provide technology enhanced, person centred home care and recruit dozens of people to join their expert…
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Volunteers needed to help at popular Luncheon Club
NORMAL service has resumed for Saddleworth Voluntary Services Luncheon Club for the Elderly and it is seeking volunteers to boost its ranks. The club enjoyed…
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Being Frank – audience captivated by rower’s ocean adventure
HIGH seas adventurer Frank Rothwell is feeling just swell after raising more than £4,000 for Dr Kershaws Hospice. Twelve months ago, the Greenfield pensioner was…
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New salon offers hair and beauty treatments for all
PAMPER yourself with a host of hair and beauty services at a new salon on Delph. @The Mill opened in April on Knarr Barn Lane…
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Celebrating one year at the Rainbow Makers
RAINBOW Law in Uppermill is celebrating one year since opening for business on Uppermill High Street – and what a year it has been for…
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Doors open at new farm and pet supplies store
WHETHER you’re looking for treats for a beloved pet at home or supplies for animals roaming the Saddleworth fields, then a new Delph business is…
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Oldham NHS staff are winners in Northern Care Alliance Staff Awards
NHS staff in Oldham have been recognised for their contribution during the COVID-19 pandemic by being named Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) Staff…
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GMP Sergeant and fundraising extraordinaire is recognised in Queen’s New Year’s Honours List
GREATER Manchester Police officer Damieon Hartley–Pickles has been recognised for his outstanding charity work in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List. Damieon, who has over…
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Community policing meeting called in Grotton to help take action against crime
A MEETING is being held in Grotton to discuss launching a community crime watch group for the area and find effective ways to tackle rising…
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