PET lovers and pet care professionals are invited to a relaxed and friendly evening at the next Saddleworth Pet Networking Night. This popular meet-up provides…
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Moving event marks Holocaust Memorial Day in Uppermill
A ‘MOVING’ event in Uppermill commemorated Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) as well as paying tribute to victims and survivors of other horrors. Saddleworth Peace Group…
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Chaddy the Owl presents new football kit at Friezland Primary
A SPECIAL visitor made a trip to Friezland Primary School to present their new football kit and reward the pupil who came up with its…
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Tuck in as Reach Out’s Coffee and Cake events return
ENJOY a chat and a brew as the Reach Out team hosts its first ‘Coffee and Cake Book and Puzzle Swap’ of the year. The…
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Calling all creatives: Join the 2025 Saddleworth Art Trail
ARTISTS who paint, print, embroider, work with ceramics, jewellery, leather, photography or create in any way are invited to be part of this year’s Saddleworth…
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Stalwart Chair John Ward leaves Uppermill Band ‘in safe hands’ after 45 years
STALWART Chairperson John Ward says he will always be ‘deeply connected’ to Uppermill Band as he retires from the role after 45 years. John, who…
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Geese move From Russia With Love… to Oldham
Royton-based ecologist James Walsh finds out more about a rare visitor to Oldham. THE name’s Walsh, James Walsh, license to chill, also known as The…
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Have your say on Oldham Council spending for 2025-26 budget
RESIDENTS across Saddleworth are invited to have their say on how Oldham Council spends and saves money as it looks to address budget deficits and…
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Epic and intimate drama ‘The Children’ to grip Millgate audiences
A GRIPPING drama that is both epic and intimate is the next production brought to The Millgate Arts Centre stage by Saddleworth Players. ‘The Children’…
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Big line-up for new season of Little French Cinema
AN exciting mix of classic and modern films in a variety of genres lies in store during the 2025 season of the Little French Cinema.…
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Community litter pick to help keep Greenfield clean and tidy
ALL are welcome to help keep Greenfield clean and tidy by joining a litter pick on Saturday, January 25. Street Scene Greenfield Group invites locals…
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Tuck into Afternoon Tea to raise charity funds
A MOUTH-WATERING Afternoon Tea awaits at The Roebuck Inn as Saddleworth Parish Council raises funds for community groups and causes. The event will be held…
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Helicopters help Mountain Rescue Teams in Greenfield rescue
TWO Mountain Rescue Teams and helicopters were called into action for a 4.5-hour rescue above Greenfield. Oldham Mountain Rescue Team was contacted by North West…
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Martin crafts solution to closure of Greenfield Men in Sheds
A DETERMINED member of Greenfield Men in Sheds has crafted his own solution to keep sessions going after finding out the group is to close…
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Join Rangers’ big ground clean up ahead of new season
SADDLEWORTH Rangers is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to lend a hand on their club ground clean up day. Members, volunteers and supporters are welcome to…
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Fitness pilot scheme supports young care leavers across Oldham
TWELVE young care experienced people are benefiting from free three-month memberships with Oldham Active to assess the impact of physical activity on their wellbeing. Oldham…
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Award-winning SpaceInvader ‘honoured’ to sponsor Hulme Grammar footballers
AWARD-WINNING interior design agency SpaceInvader is ‘honoured’ to be the new sponsor for Hulme Grammar School’s U12s football team. This exciting partnership will provide the…
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£230,000 boost helps digital transformation of Saddleworth SME manufacturers
A BOOST of £230,000 has been secured to help more Saddleworth-based SME manufacturers access transformational technology. Made Smarter Adoption North West, the trailblazing digital technology…
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OMRT leads three-hour rescue above Dovestone
A 15-strong volunteer group from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team was joined by police and air services to rescue three people lost above Dovestone in Greenfield.…
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Awards for eye-catching Christmas window displays illuminating Saddleworth
FESTIVE lights and decorations created eye-catching displays in windows of homes and business across Saddleworth for the annual Christmas Illuminations competition. The competition, run by…
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Saddleworth Film Society unveils intriguing line-up for season second half
AN INTRIGUING and varied line-up of films has been unveiled for the remainder of the Saddleworth Film Society season. The showings take place at the…
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Paul Harris Fellowship is ‘great honour’ for Rotary president
SADDLEWORTH Rotary Club president Clint Elliott said it is a ‘great honour’ to receive the prestigious Paul Harris Fellowship for outstanding service to the organisation…
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Uppermill writer calls on readers to ditch technology and run for pleasure
AN UPPERMILL writer is encouraging others to follow in his footsteps and leave technology at home while they run for pleasure – and it is…
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Book treasure hunt helps put fun back into reading
A UNIQUE book treasure hunt across Saddleworth helped to put the fun back into reading for youngsters and their families. Kendyl Moore, a local primary…
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Community project days help spruce up Greenfield
VILLAGERS are invited to help spruce up the community on project days with Street Scene Greenfield Group. Their canal clean-up days will continue throughout 2025,…
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National Theatre Live brings award-winning actors to Delph
AWARD-WINNING actors are coming to the big screen in Delph thanks to National Theatre Live. Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke and seven-time BAFTA Award-winner…
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Music enthusiasts invited to reap rewards with Oldham Tuneless Choir
FOR those who ‘can’t carry a tune in a bucket’ but enjoy trying to hit the right notes, then Oldham Tuneless Choir might be just…
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See in New Year with ‘A Slice of Comedy’ and pizza fundraiser
KICK off the New Year with a night of laughter at ‘A Slice of Comedy’ and pizza fundraising evening. Three top comedians will take centre…
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Studio OL3 scholarship to inspire next generation of Hulme Grammar pupils
ARCHITECTURAL firm Studio OL3 has unveiled a new Scholarship for Computer Science to inspire the next generation of Hulme Grammar School pupils. The Oldham-based company’s…
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Children get creative for festive LSG competitions
FESTIVE fun saw children get creative across Springhead, Lees and Grotton thanks to a scavenger hunt and bunting competition. More than 750 colourful pieces of…
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Saddleworth Morris Men to dance for Lordsmere Longsword season finale
THE FINAL outing of the season will see Saddleworth Morris Men dance in pubs across the villages for the Lordsmere Longsword tour. The annual festive…
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Harvest Queen Amelia hosts creative Christmas Tree Festival
A CREATIVE bright and colourful display is in store at St Thomas Leesfield’s Christmas Tree Festival. The Festival is hosted by Harvest Queen Amelia at…
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Community donations ensure villages will shine brighter at future Christmases
LEES, Springhead and Grotton will shine even brighter with festive cheer during future Christmases thanks to community spirit and fundraising. A sum of £1,502 has…
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Dobcross Silver Band Christmas Concert
FESTIVE music will fill Dobcross Band Club as Dobcross Silver Band welcomes all to their Christmas Concert. The event takes place on Sunday, December 22,…
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