Skip to content
Friday, June 12, 2026
  • • Saddleworth Independent
  • • Shaw, Crompton & Royton Correspondent
  • • Tameside Correspondent
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
Saddleworth Independent

Saddleworth Independent

Saddleworth Independent
  • News
  • Sport
  • Lifestyle
  • Entertainment
  • Business
  • Youth
  • Oldham
  • Properties
  • Elections
  • Jobs
  • Education
  • Classifieds

Author: Gemma Carter

Breaking News Business Featured

New tearoom opens at The Swan Inn, Dobcross

Gemma Carter March 13, 2026 DobcrossnewsSaddleworthtearoomthe swan

A CHARMING new traditional tearoom has launched inside a historic Saddleworth pub. The Swan Inn, a Grade II-listed pub overlooking Dobcross Square, is offering locals…

View More New tearoom opens at The Swan Inn, Dobcross
Lifestyle

Age UK Oldham seeks vital volunteers to help at sessions

Gemma Carter March 13, 2026 age uknewsOldhamvolunteers

VOLUNTEERS are being sought to help a vital Oldham cause deliver its support. Age UK in the town is looking for friendly, reliable people to…

View More Age UK Oldham seeks vital volunteers to help at sessions
Featured News

New landlady set to take over much loved Saddleworth pub

Gemma Carter March 9, 2026 businessnewsSaddleworthScoutheadThree Crowns

A well-known Saddleworth pub is preparing for a fresh chapter as a new landlady steps in to take the helm. The Three Crowns, in Scouthead,…

View More New landlady set to take over much loved Saddleworth pub
Business

Why Local Financial Expertise Still Matters for Growing Businesses

Gemma Carter March 9, 2026

The value of proximity is often overlooked by companies using globalised digital platforms and automated accounting software. However, for SMEs across the North West of…

View More Why Local Financial Expertise Still Matters for Growing Businesses
Lifestyle

Why you should consider a cold-weather holiday

Gemma Carter March 9, 2026

Most of us tend to travel through Europe in the summer sunshine, planning holidays while picturing the likes of lavender in Provence, Italy’s rolling central…

View More Why you should consider a cold-weather holiday
Business

The Key to Building Resilient and Efficient Digital Workflows

Gemma Carter March 7, 2026

Digital workflows have become essential for organisations that want to remain competitive, adaptable, and productive. A digital workflow refers to the structured movement of tasks,…

View More The Key to Building Resilient and Efficient Digital Workflows
Business Featured

Discover Studio + Store: Delph’s new monthly vintage Open Day

Gemma Carter February 28, 2026 Delpheventgatehead millOldhamOpen DaySaddleworthstudio and store

Vintage lovers and design enthusiasts are invited inside Studio + Store as it launches a new monthly Open Day in Delph. The stylish destination for…

View More Discover Studio + Store: Delph’s new monthly vintage Open Day
Featured Youth

St Edward’s RC Primary School scoops pioneering mental health award

Gemma Carter February 28, 2026 Leesmental health awardnewsSaddleworthst edwards

St Edward’s RC Primary School in Lees has achieved the School Mental Health Award which is delivered by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental…

View More St Edward’s RC Primary School scoops pioneering mental health award
Featured Lifestyle

Young creatives bag funds at Mossley SOUP

Gemma Carter February 26, 2026 Emmausmossley soupnewsSaddleworth

The first Mossley SOUP event of 2026 provided a cash boost of £1,952 to a team of young creatives, thanks to community support. On Thursday…

View More Young creatives bag funds at Mossley SOUP
Featured Lifestyle

A Warm Welcome Awaits at Bluebells Day Care Centre

Gemma Carter February 26, 2026 age uk oldhamBluebellsDaycareMoorsidenewsSaddleworth

Advertisement feature Tucked away in the heart of Oldham, Age UK Oldham’s Bluebells Day Care Centre in Moorside is a place full of smiles, friendship…

View More A Warm Welcome Awaits at Bluebells Day Care Centre
Lifestyle

How to Choose a Trusted Provider for Wegovy in the UK

Gemma Carter February 26, 2026

Wegovy has gained attention across the UK as a prescription treatment to support weight loss. Demand has risen quickly, and so has the number of…

View More How to Choose a Trusted Provider for Wegovy in the UK
Lifestyle

Understanding the Causes of Thinning Hair and What You Can Do About It

Gemma Carter February 25, 2026

Thinning hair can feel quite unsettling, especially when it seems to happen without rhyme or reason at an early age. In reality, however, hair shifts…

View More Understanding the Causes of Thinning Hair and What You Can Do About It
Business

How Businesses Can Reduce Downtime Through Smarter Toner Management

Gemma Carter February 19, 2026

For many businesses, printers are the silent workhorses of daily operations. From producing reports and invoices to marketing materials, they keep information flowing across departments.…

View More How Businesses Can Reduce Downtime Through Smarter Toner Management
Featured News

Uppermill restaurant responds after customer becomes aggressive towards staff

Gemma Carter February 17, 2026 Cafe Grande AbaconewsSaddleworthUppermill

An Uppermill restaurant has issued a statement after an aggressive incident involving a customer who refused to pay for food and drinks and became threatening…

View More Uppermill restaurant responds after customer becomes aggressive towards staff
Business Featured

White Hart in Lydgate honoured for long-running Good Beer Guide success

Gemma Carter February 17, 2026 businesscamraLydgatenewsSaddleworthwhite hart inn

A Saddleworth pub has been recognised for its long-running place in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide as part of a special anniversary celebration. As part…

View More White Hart in Lydgate honoured for long-running Good Beer Guide success
Business Featured

Say cheese….Signs appear for new business in Uppermill

Gemma Carter February 17, 2026 cheese shophigh streetSaddleworthtyromancerUppermillveloce

Signs have appeared in the windows of the former Veloce premises on Uppermill High Street, suggesting a new business will soon be moving into the…

View More Say cheese….Signs appear for new business in Uppermill
Breaking News Featured News

Oldham Mountain Rescue assists injured walker on Valentine’s Day

Gemma Carter February 16, 2026 alphin pikenewsOldham Mountain RescueSaddleworth

OLDHAM Mountain Rescue Team (OMRT) was called out on Valentine’s Day, after a walker injured their ankle in woodland below Alphin Pike. The incident occurred…

View More Oldham Mountain Rescue assists injured walker on Valentine’s Day
Breaking News Featured News

Police warn residents after two vehicle thefts in Saddleworth

Gemma Carter February 16, 2026 car theftGMPnewsSaddleworth

GREATER Manchester Police have issued a warning to residents after two motor vehicles were stolen in the Saddleworth South area within 24 hours. The first…

View More Police warn residents after two vehicle thefts in Saddleworth
Lifestyle

North West families urge NHS to recognise Congenital Heart Disease as a lifelong condition

Gemma Carter February 11, 2026 congenital heart diseasenewsPPVSaddleworth

Families across Tameside, Saddleworth and the wider North West are joining a growing call for the NHS to formally recognise Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) as…

View More North West families urge NHS to recognise Congenital Heart Disease as a lifelong condition
Properties

Huddersfield Road, Delph: A closer look at one of Saddleworth’s most sought-after addresses

Gemma Carter February 9, 2026 DelphHuddersfield RoadnewspropertySaddleworth

We’ve teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest on the property market across Saddleworth  HUDDERSFIELD ROAD, DELPH, SADDLEWORTH £820,000 – view online…

View More Huddersfield Road, Delph: A closer look at one of Saddleworth’s most sought-after addresses
News

Gala dinner brings together Oldham and Tameside conservative clubs

Gemma Carter February 3, 2026 conservative clubsnorth westSaddleworthtamesideUppermill

CONSERVATIVE clubs from across Tameside and Oldham joined fellow members from the region on January 31 for the North West Area Conservative Clubs Advisory Committee’s…

View More Gala dinner brings together Oldham and Tameside conservative clubs
Featured News Sport

Roughyeds facing liquidation

Gemma Carter February 2, 2026 Mike Fordnewsoldham rugny leagueSaddleworthsporttameside

By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter Oldham’s rugby club could be facing liquidation after being summoned to court over debt issues. Rumours have been…

View More Roughyeds facing liquidation
Business

Presentation and Influence Training for Early Career Professionals in the UK

Gemma Carter January 28, 2026

If you’re early in your career, you’re expected to present clearly, explain your thinking, and contribute ideas in meetings. Those skills aren’t just nice to…

View More Presentation and Influence Training for Early Career Professionals in the UK
Featured News

Burnham rejects claims his by-election bid was meant to undermine Starmer

Gemma Carter January 27, 2026 andy burnhamnewsoldham electionsSaddleworth

By Ethan Davies- Local Democracy Reporter ANDY Burnham has rubbished reports that he knew his bid to become Gorton and Denton MP would be blocked,…

View More Burnham rejects claims his by-election bid was meant to undermine Starmer
Breaking News Featured News

Old Bell Inn retains AA Rosette for 13th year

Gemma Carter January 27, 2026 AA Rosette AwardDelphnewsOld Bell InnSaddleworth

A SADDLEWORTH hotel and restaurant is celebrating once again after it retained its prestigious AA Rosette for the 13th consecutive year. The Old Bell Inn…

View More Old Bell Inn retains AA Rosette for 13th year
Lifestyle

How Hosts Are Rethinking Modern Celebrations

Gemma Carter January 25, 2026

In a world where traditions blend with innovation, modern celebrations are evolving fast. Hosts today are reimagining how we gather, celebrate milestones and create unforgettable…

View More How Hosts Are Rethinking Modern Celebrations
Sport

Tips for Following UK Horse Racing Meetings Like a Pro

Gemma Carter January 24, 2026

Race days attract thousands of spectators across the UK every week. From smaller tracks to major courses, the action brings together fans who follow horses,…

View More Tips for Following UK Horse Racing Meetings Like a Pro
Featured News

Oldham Breast Unit set to move as A&E pressures mount

Gemma Carter January 23, 2026 breast unitenewsOldhamRoyal Oldham Hospital

By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter A specialist health unit in Oldham may be relocated to Manchester to help relieve pressure on an ‘overcrowded’…

View More Oldham Breast Unit set to move as A&E pressures mount
Entertainment

Little French Cinema launches new season with epic Musketeers adventure

Gemma Carter January 23, 2026 Little French CinemaOldhamSaddleworth

Film‑lovers are invited to raise a glass and celebrate the launch of the new Little French Cinema season on Thursday 5 March. The evening begins…

View More Little French Cinema launches new season with epic Musketeers adventure
Business Oldham

Shaw fashion shop to close after nearly 40 years

Gemma Carter January 23, 2026 businessFizz FashionnewsOldhamSaddleworthShaw

A much‑loved Shaw clothes shop is preparing to close its doors this week after almost four decades serving the town. Fizz Fashion, on Market Street,…

View More Shaw fashion shop to close after nearly 40 years
Business Properties

Why realistic pricing is the key to a successful home sale, says West Riding

Gemma Carter January 23, 2026 businessnewsSaddleworthWest Riding Estate Agents

By Oliver Gill of West Riding SELLING a home is rarely just about the property you’re leaving behind. For most people, it’s tied to the…

View More Why realistic pricing is the key to a successful home sale, says West Riding
Lifestyle

Oldham residents urged to rediscover their libraries in National Year of Reading

Gemma Carter January 23, 2026 national year of readingnewsOldhamOldham Councilpeter dean

Oldham residents are being encouraged to fall back in love with reading as 2026 is officially named the National Year of Reading – a nationwide…

View More Oldham residents urged to rediscover their libraries in National Year of Reading
Entertainment

Quiz night to boost Denshaw’s Whit Friday contest

Gemma Carter January 23, 2026 Bob RogersDenshawdenshaw vilgae hallnewsQuiz NIghtSaddleworth

DENSHAW’S community spirit will be out in force as a fundraising Quiz Night is held to support the 2026 Denshaw Whit Friday Band Contest. The…

View More Quiz night to boost Denshaw’s Whit Friday contest
Featured News Oldham

Oldham weighs bid to become UK’s first ‘Town of Culture’

Gemma Carter January 20, 2026 newsOldhamSaddleworthtown of culture

By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM bosses are eyeing up a bid for the borough to become the UK’s first ‘Town of Culture’…

View More Oldham weighs bid to become UK’s first ‘Town of Culture’

Posts pagination

Previous page Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 … Page 43 Next page
Huddersfield grammer

Newsletter

Get news and views from across Saddleworth straight to your inbox every week.

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Complaints
  • Newsletter
  • Advertise
  • T&Cs
  • Competition T&Cs
  • Privacy Policy
Saddleworth Independent | Designed by: Theme Freesia | WordPress | © Copyright All right reserved
css.php
error: Content is protected !!

Loading Comments...

You must be logged in to post a comment.