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Author: Gemma Carter

Breaking News Entertainment Featured

Diggle Scarecrow Trail raises £3,000 as winners announced

Gemma Carter April 29, 2026 charityDiggle Scarecrow trailnewsSaddleworth

Organisers of the Diggle Scarecrow Trail have revealed this year’s winners after another successful event in Diggle. While the trail wrapped up at the end…

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Entertainment Featured

Ibiza dance classics set to bring party atmosphere to Uppermill

Gemma Carter April 28, 2026 Horns of IbizaK KlassnewsSaddleworthUppermill

A night of high-energy music and live performance is set to hit Uppermill as Horns of Ibiza comes to Saddleworth. The Ibiza-inspired dance party will…

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Business

The Anti Perfect Trend Taking Over Interior Design

Gemma Carter April 24, 2026

Interior design is shifting. For years, homes were styled to look flawless with clean lines, matching palettes, and showroom-level perfection. Now, a new movement is…

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Breaking News Featured News

New headteacher appointed at Saddleworth School

Gemma Carter April 21, 2026 newsSaddleworthSaddleworth Schoolsheldon logue

A NEW headteacher has been appointed at Saddleworth School, with the role set to be taken up later this year. Sheldon Logue has been confirmed…

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Featured News

Donation to support future Saddleworth Art Trail transport plans

Gemma Carter April 21, 2026 donationnewsryan smithSaddleworth Round Table

Organisers of the Saddleworth Art Trail have received a funding boost to help improve accessibility for future events. Saddleworth Round Table has donated £1,000 towards…

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Business

Downsizing Your Business in the Right Way

Gemma Carter April 20, 2026

If your business is successful, then you might at some point seek to expand it. But in many cases, finding the right path forward requires…

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Business

Building credit as a couple

Gemma Carter April 20, 2026

When you begin sharing a life, your finances quickly become intertwined. Lenders still view you as individuals, but your credit histories and choices start to…

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Featured Lifestyle

Quacking success as Lydgate hosts first-ever “dry” duck race fundraiser

Gemma Carter April 19, 2026 duck raceeventLydgatenewsParish HallSaddleworth

There were plenty of laughs and a few feathered favourites as Lydgate hosted its first-ever duck race – with a twist. Held at the Lydgate…

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Entertainment Featured

A breath-stopping thriller lights up Delph: Wait Until Dark at Millgate Arts Centre

Gemma Carter April 19, 2026 Millgate Arts CentreOldhamreviewSaddleworththeatrewait until dark

The Saddleworth Players have delivered a gripping and assured production of Wait Until Dark at the Millgate Arts Centre, a masterclass in tension that keeps…

View More A breath-stopping thriller lights up Delph: Wait Until Dark at Millgate Arts Centre
Featured News

Burnham unveils fast track support for rough sleeping veterans across Greater Manchester

Gemma Carter April 16, 2026 newsSaddleworthveterans

By Chris Gee – Local Democracy Reporter Armed forces veterans sleeping rough are to be offered ‘fast track access’ the region’s Bed Every Night programme.…

View More Burnham unveils fast track support for rough sleeping veterans across Greater Manchester
Featured News Youth

Dobcross Youth Band celebrates success at national championships

Gemma Carter April 16, 2026 Brass Banddobcross youth bandNational youth OrchestranewsSaddleworth

YOUNG musicians from Dobcross are celebrating after taking part in a prestigious national competition in Birmingham. Members of Dobcross Youth Band travelled to compete in…

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Business Featured

Saddleworth firm unveils biodegradable mop technology in UK first

Gemma Carter April 15, 2026 businessGreenfieldnewsRobert ScottSaddleworth

A CLEANING manufacturer based in Greenfield has introduced what is believed to be a first for the UK industry with a new biodegradable mop component.…

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Featured News

Mountain rescue team called to assist stranded walkers at Dovestones

Gemma Carter April 15, 2026 DovestonesOldham Mountain RescueSaddleworth

Volunteers from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team were called out to assist three walkers after one became unable to continue at Dovestones. The incident, which took…

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Breaking News Featured Lifestyle

Saddleworth Round Table names new Chair as charity group plans busy year ahead

Gemma Carter April 14, 2026 charitynewsSaddleworthSaddleworth Round Table

A NEW leadership team has been appointed at Saddleworth Round Table as the group prepares for another year of charity work and community events. Ryan…

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Breaking News Elections Featured News

Oldham local elections 2026: Full list of candidates standing on May 7

Gemma Carter April 14, 2026 electionsOldhamOldham CouncilSaddleworth

By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter Residents will head to the polls on Thursday, May 7, to vote in new representatives for their areas…

View More Oldham local elections 2026: Full list of candidates standing on May 7
Entertainment

Upcoming Saddleworth Band Contest – The Importance of Music in the Area

Gemma Carter April 14, 2026

On Friday, 29th May 2026, the annual Saddleworth and Oldham Whit Friday Band Contests will take place, transforming the quiet village streets into a vibrant…

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Lifestyle

Car boot sale set for Greenfield school this April

Gemma Carter April 13, 2026 car bootGreenfieldOldhamSaddleworth

Bargain hunters and families are being invited to a community car boot sale taking place in Greenfield later this month. The event will be held…

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News

Police warning after spate of car thefts across Saddleworth

Gemma Carter April 13, 2026 car theftsGMPnewsSaddleworth

Residents in Saddleworth are being urged to remain vigilant following a series of vehicle thefts reported over recent days. Greater Manchester Police said three vehicles…

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Lifestyle

LEGO exhibition set to return to Mossley in aid of local causes

Gemma Carter April 13, 2026 eventlegoMossleynewsSaddleworth

A popular LEGO exhibition is set to return to Mossley next month, showcasing an impressive collection of models while raising money for charity. Mossley Bricks…

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Featured Properties

Historic Delph home with riverside setting on the market

Gemma Carter April 10, 2026 Delphnewsspringwood HouseUppermillWest Riding

A striking period property in the heart of Delph has come to market, offering buyers the chance to own a character-filled home set within picturesque…

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Featured News

A62 closed at Standedge as emergency crews tackle fire near Diggle

Gemma Carter April 7, 2026 A62amrsdenDigglefirenewsSaddleworth

Emergency services are currently responding to a fire on the A62 in the Standedge area, forcing a full road closure between Diggle and Marsden. Fire…

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Featured News

Pub run by Saddleworth butcher celebrates mystery TV win after filming

Gemma Carter April 7, 2026 broadoak pubDavid HarropnewsSaddleworth

A SADDLEWORTH butcher who runs a pub in Ashton-under-Lyne has revealed it has won a television competition after hosting a film crew last week. The…

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Business

How Oldham Traders Handle Tech Breakdowns Without Closing the Till

Gemma Carter April 7, 2026

A till freezes mid-transaction. Stock system down, Saturday noon, queue at the door. Close up or scramble. Those are the options most Oldham traders know.…

View More How Oldham Traders Handle Tech Breakdowns Without Closing the Till
Featured News

Saddleworth rowing hero’s documentary scoops film festival award

Gemma Carter March 31, 2026 filmFrank RothwellGreenfieldnewsOldhamSaddleworth

A DOCUMENTARY charting the remarkable Atlantic journey of Saddleworth businessman Frank Rothwell has won a prestigious prize at a major film festival. The film, The…

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Business

Why local firms struggle when their paperwork piles up faster than revenue

Gemma Carter March 27, 2026

Small businesses across the UK often find themselves caught in a familiar bind. Revenue trickles in steadily enough, but the administrative burden grows faster. Invoices…

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Entertainment

Lydgate gears up for its first community duck race

Gemma Carter March 26, 2026 duck raceeventLove LydgatenewsParish HallSaddleworth

Residents are being invited to take part in a fun-filled day as Lydgate prepares to host its very first duck race. The event will take…

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Business

Understanding the Tools That Protect Your Online Privacy

Gemma Carter March 26, 2026

The digital landscape has become more complex than ever. With the rapid integration of sophisticated AI into search engines and social media, alongside a significant…

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Breaking News Featured News Oldham

Plans for 331 new homes at Oldham’s Princes Gate move ahead

Gemma Carter March 24, 2026 newsOldhamOldham CouncilPrince's Gate

By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter Plans to create three new tower blocks with more than 300 homes in Oldham Mumps are forging ahead.…

View More Plans for 331 new homes at Oldham’s Princes Gate move ahead
Featured News Oldham

Air ambulance called as emergency services respond to building collapse in Oldham

Gemma Carter March 24, 2026 building collapseking streetOldhamSaddleworth

Emergency services, including an air ambulance, have descended on King Street in Oldham town centre this afternoon following reports of a building collapse. Police, fire…

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Featured Youth

Thousands of acts of kindness shared by pupils in ‘Big Serve’ initiative

Gemma Carter March 24, 2026 epworth trusthey with zionkindnessnewsOldhamSaddleworthSchool

Pupils and staff at Hey with Zion CofE/Methodist Primary School and Rosehill Methodist Primary Academy have been spreading kindness across their communities as part of…

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Business

How to handle unexpected expenses without derailing your budget

Gemma Carter March 23, 2026

Even a well-managed budget can unravel quickly when something unexpected arrives. A boiler breakdown, a car repair or a sudden dental bill doesn’t wait for…

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Entertainment

Saddleworth Male Voice Choir to host charity concert in support of MS Society

Gemma Carter March 20, 2026 charityLydgatenewsOldhamSaddleworthSaddleworth Male Voice ChoirSpring

Music lovers are being invited to an evening of live performance in Saddleworth, as the Saddleworth Male Voice Choir prepares to host a special charity…

View More Saddleworth Male Voice Choir to host charity concert in support of MS Society
Featured News

Popular Saddleworth eatery Delve closes with immediate effect

Gemma Carter March 19, 2026 closureDelphdelvediggle locknewsSaddleworth

A popular Saddleworth restaurant has announced its sudden closure, just months after being placed on the market. Delve, based in Delph, confirmed it has shut…

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Featured Lifestyle

Countdown begins for Diggle Scarecrow Trail as Disney theme revealed

Gemma Carter March 18, 2026 Diggle Scarecrow traildisneynewsSaddleworth

Families are being invited to take part in this year’s Diggle Scarecrow Trail, with just days to go until the popular community event returns. Running…

View More Countdown begins for Diggle Scarecrow Trail as Disney theme revealed

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