A MAGICAL boost of £476 has been raised for Holy Trinity Dobcross School thanks to an enchanting Fairy Garden Trail. The two-week trail, organised by…
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Big screen set for Film Society Return with ‘My Favourite Cake’
A CHARMING and quietly subversive tale from Iran is the first showing on the big screen as Saddleworth Film Society launches its new season. The…
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Mahdlo welcomes global students to celebrate International Youth Day
MAHDLO Youth Zone welcomed 10 international exchange students through its doors as it joined global and nationwide celebrations for International Youth Day. Founded by the…
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Laugh-out-loud tale is first show for Saddleworth Players’ new season
THE art of growing old disgracefully is laid bare as Saddleworth Players present a laugh-out-loud funny tale as their first play of the season. ‘Waiting…
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Dedicated volunteers love where they live in Lees, Springhead and Grotton
COMMUNITY-SPIRITED volunteers in Lees, Springhead and Grotton are working hard to improve and brighten up their villages – and more are welcome to join their…
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Three cheers at CAMRA delight for Dobcross Band Club
THERE were three cheers as Dobcross Band Club celebrated a trio of successes in the local and regional CAMRA Real Ale Awards. The Club, on…
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Eye-catching display in Uppermill office as solicitors and artists collaborate
A NEW office in Uppermill is showcasing art as part of a community collaboration with The Saddleworth Group of Artists. Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers…
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Oldham Mountain Rescue help in hills after mountain biker fall
OLDHAM Mountain Rescue Team (OMRT) sprang into action once more on the Saddleworth hills to help assist a mountain biker. The team was called by…
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Find your next career move at Oldham Jobs Fair
RESIDENTS looking for their next career move are invited to meet local and regional employers, discover job opportunities, and get expert advice at this year’s…
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Mayor Andy Burnham to speak about GM vision at Mahdlo Business Breakfast
FIND out more about the future vision for Greater Manchester as Mayor Andy Burnham is guest speaker at Mahdlo Youth Zone’s next business breakfast. The…
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25-year award for dedicated HPP employee Jason Hilton
A HARD-WORKING employee is celebrating after clocking up 25 years at Hill’s Panel Products (HPP). CNC drill and machine operator Jason Hilton is the latest…
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Dovestones walk is £1,300 boost for Dobcross Silver Band
A BOOST of £1,300 will help Dobcross Silver Band on their way to the National Finals thanks to a group of determined walkers. The team,…
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Step out around Castleshaw for Cavallo Coffee Box sponsored walk
PUT your best foot forward to enjoy the Saddleworth countryside as well as raise funds for charity on the next Cavallo Coffee Box Sponsored Walk.…
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Espionage film to thrill at next Little French Cinema screening
AN ESPIONAGE thriller is the next film on the big screen at the Little French Cinema. ‘Kompromat’ will be shown on Thursday, September 4 at…
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Rushcart ready to roll through Saddleworth villages for annual Festival
CLOGS are being polished, hats weaved and decorated, and the final rushes put in place for this year’s Saddleworth Rushcart Festival. Saddleworth Morris Men will…
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Young artists with disabilities bring Shakespeare works to Uppermill outdoor theatre
AN OUTDOOR theatre adaptation of Shakespeare’s works is coming up Uppermill thanks to a talented group of young artists with disabilities. In My Shoes Theatre Group…
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Dobcross Fairy Garden Trail to bring alive magic of nursery rhymes
THE magic of nursery rhymes will be brought to life across Dobcross as the village’s Fairy Garden Trail returns. The event made a successful debut…
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Councillor calls for Royal Mail U-turn on Post Box changes
A SADDLEWORTH councillor is urging Royal Mail to reconsider the change of traditional post boxes in three villages to digital parcel post boxes. Dobcross, Diggle…
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Community pays tribute following death of ‘Franky Fine Buys’
COMMUNITY tributes have poured in following the death of popular former Uppermill shop owner Frank ‘Franky Fine Buys’ Bradbury. Frank, who ran Fine Buys emporium…
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Discover Oldham’s restored Old Library at family Open Day
RESIDENTS are invited to be part of history as the doors to Oldham’s iconic Old Library swing open for a very special open day. The…
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Traditional fete fun lined up in Scouthead and Austerlands
GET ready to enjoy traditional games, music, vehicles, refreshments and more at the Scouthead and Austerlands Village Fete. All are welcome to the event, organised…
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Yanks Weekend off the Saddleworth calendar again
THE popular military show, period dress, dances and vehicle parade of Yanks Weekend will not be returning to Saddleworth this year. The two-day event is…
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‘Songs and Smiles’ to connect generations in Delph
‘SONGS and Smiles’ will fill a Delph retirement village as sessions bring residents and young children together to help reduce loneliness and create connections. The…
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150-mile walk to raise funds for Dobcross Silver Band’s National Finals trip
A DEDICATED team is putting their best feet forward over 150 miles to raise money for Dobcross Silver Band’s trip to Cheltenham for the National…
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New chapter as Oldham’s Old Library set to return to public use
A NEW chapter is beginning as the Old Library is brought back to life as part of Oldham’s transformation. Oldham Council is celebrating another major…
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Uppermill’s new dog grooming salon is family affair
AN UPPERMILL dog lover is keeping it in the family as she opens the doors of her new dog grooming salon in the village. Professional…
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O’Donnell Solicitors take on challenges and events to support community
O’DONNELL Solicitors are stepping up beyond their work to support the community through a host of local events and challenges in Saddleworth and further afield.…
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Dobcross Village Store calls for community loyalty after sudden loss of post box
DOBCROSS Village Store and Post Office is calling for community support and loyalty after the shock loss of their post box. The shop, on Woods…
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‘Eclectic mix’ makes up debut album for Lees musician after 50 years
AN ‘eclectic mix of homespun stories and tunes’ played on a variety of instruments makes up the debut album for a Lees-based singer/songwriter. After 50…
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Raise as glass around the borough at Oldham Bar Hop
RAISE a glass as 14 pubs, bars and venues across Oldham town centre each offer something unique for the Oldham Bar Hop. The event, taking…
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Playwriting call-out for theatre piece for young performers
OLDHAM Coliseum and Oldham Theatre Workshop are calling out for a writer to collaborate on a piece of theatre for the next generation of performers.…
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National Theatre Live brings new Suzie Miller play to Delph
A SEARING examination of modern motherhood and masculinity takes centre stage in Delph thanks to National Theatre Live. The film recording of the live National…
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That Wine Cellar serves up month-long birthday festival
GREAT wines, food and music will all be on the menu as That Wine Cellar in Delph hosts a month-long birthday festival in August. Ian…
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White rose to fly high as Saddleworth celebrates Yorkshire Day
YORKSHIRE Day celebrations in Uppermill will see the white rose flying high and proud for the traditional ceremony and Country Fayre on Sunday, August 3.…
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