A SADDLEWORTH business that has become something of an institution is to close its original Diggle site. But do not think Grandpa Greene’s is disappearing…
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Major incident stood down as Dovestone and Swineshaw wildfire response enters recovery phase
The major incident declared in response to the wildfires at Dovestone and Swineshaw has now been stood down following significant progress in bringing the blazes…
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Retailers urged to suspend disposable BBQ sales amid growing wildfire concerns
High Peak MP Jon Pearce is calling on major retailers across the UK to suspend the sale of disposable barbecues following a summer of devastating…
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Police thank residents for staying away from Dove stone during closure
Residents have been thanked for their support in staying away from Dove stone Reservoir as emergency services continue operations in the area. Andy Holian, Neighbourhood…
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Labour’s Bev Craig elected Mayor of Greater Manchester
BEV Craig has been named the new Mayor of Greater Manchester after what even she described as “a long day.” The Labour candidate won the…
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Saddleworth learns who will be Mayor of Greater Manchester
PEOPLE in Saddleworth have cast their vote – now to find out who will be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester. Andy Burnham’s departure for…
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Saddleworth band to support Inspiral Carpets at Holmfirth gig
A Saddleworth indie band is set to share the stage with one of Manchester’s most iconic groups after being selected as the support act for…
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‘We must be more resilient to fires’, GM Mayoral candidates say
CANDIDATES running to be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester have agreed that more must be done to protect the area from wildfires. It comes…
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Morris Men’s 50th Rushcart is set to be record event
A RECORD number of Morris sides are set to help make Saddleworth’s Rushcart festival the biggest and loudest yet in its 50th year. The popular annual…
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500 Oldham families benefit from uniform support
THEY SAY you are never fully dressed without a smile – and now thanks to the Oldham Credit Union, hundreds of local children are set…
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Zack Polanski says Greater Manchester needs change after Burnham
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter Andy Burnham has ‘damaged’ Greater Manchester with his ‘Manchesterism’, according to Zack Polanski. The Green Party leader believes…
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Residents win battle over controversial speed bump plans in Moorside
By Ed Barnes – Local Democracy Reporter Plans for speed bumps on an Oldham lane would have been ‘another nail in the coffin’ after a…
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Work set to begin on controversial 175-home Mossley development
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter Work on the 175-home development in Mossley is expected to start soon, with homes going on sale from…
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Cricket club goes in to bat for moorland fire crews
A CRICKET club is producing the sort of knock anyone would be proud of to help those battling devastating moorland fires. Micklehurst has seen smoke…
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Further arrests as Dove Stone moorland blaze continues
TWO MORE people have been arrested in relation to a moorland fire that has burned at a Saddleworth reservoir for days. Then operation to tackle…
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Uppermill canal walks and boat trips featured in days out guide
UPPERMILL’S canalside walks and historic attractions have been highlighted in a guide promoting some of the North West’s top waterside destinations. The Canal & River…
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Woman charged in relation to Dove Stone fire
A WOMAN has been charged with aggravated arson in relation to a moorland fire at a Saddleworth reservoir. Emergency services – including an RSPB Fire…
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Mayoral elections 2026: Your candidates in full
A MAN running to be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester has backed the idea of ‘mass deportation’. Marlon Scott West, of Ashton-under-Lyne, previously made…
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Smoke from Dovestones moorland fire reaches Manchester as crews continue containment efforts
Firefighters remain at the scene of a moorland fire near Dovestones Reservoir as efforts continue to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading further.…
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Teenager dies at Dove Stone Reservoir
A TEENAGER has died in an incident at a Saddleworth reservoir. Emergency services were called to Dove Stone, in Greenfield, at about 7pm on Friday,…
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Saddleworth runner breaks records in 500-mile journey – complete with blisters
A DIGGLE runner has created history after travelling more than 530 miles on his own in 10 days. Not bad when you consider Steve Hurren…
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Footpath plan in Saddleworth rail project branded ‘delusional’
A COUNCILLOR has branded plans to offset the closure of a Saddleworth level crossing by using a nearby footpath as ‘delusional.’ Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) chiefs…
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Questions raised at rail inquiry over the absence of bats at Uppermill Viaduct
RAIL project bosses have been told they are batty for claiming they found none where they want to work at Uppermill Viaduct. The line over…
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British Empire Medal for Saddleworth environmentalist
A SADDLEWORTH woman who founded a community hydroelectricity project has been honoured – and says she hopes her work will get more people talking about…
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Saddleworth Councillor becomes Mayor of Oldham – but limbo remains
A SADDLEWORTH councillor is the new Mayor of Oldham after a move that can at least allow the borough’s authority to operate. Now to appoint a…
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VB Health – Your one-stop shop for Health & Wellness in Saddleworth
Advertisement Feature A LOCAL healthcare and wellbeing business is continuing to grow in Springhead, bringing a wide range of trusted services together under one roof…
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Familiar sights await Kevin Sinfield as latest fundraising challenge route revealed
KEVIN Sinfield is running through home as his final fundraising challenge takes him across familiar territory. The rugby league legend, now skills and kicking coach…
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Last-minute salvation for Saddleworth community group
A SADDLEWORTH community association that was facing closure is breathing a sigh of relief after being saved by a good-natured volunteer. The Scouthead and Austerlands…
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Saddleworth PCSO helps save man’s life
A SADDLEWORTH police presence has told how his quick thinking helped save the life a man. PCSO Mike Lowther was conducting routine patrols on Ripponden Road in April when…
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Steps plan for Dobcross home
A SET of stone steps to a Dobcross house will be renovated and rebuilt if planning permission is granted. The flight, part of a listed terrace at…
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‘Special and welcoming’ Salsa Beauty celebrates 20 years
A ‘SPECIAL and welcoming space’ at Salsa Beauty Rooms in Mossley was celebrated as the salon reached its 20th anniversary. Sarah Wilde and Sally Beswick invited clients old…
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Open verdict on Saddleworth couple’s reservoir deaths
A SADDLEWORTH couple drowned in their car after it crashed through their property and into a nearby reservoir, an inquest has heard. But a definitive…
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Historic Dobcross mill to be converted to holiday lets and workspace
A DOBCROSS mill is to be converted into 11 holiday lets and a workspace because, simply, doing something is better than doing nothing. Brownhill Bridge,…
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Local writer turns Peter Pan story into chilling thriller
A CARE worker has swapped case notes for crime fiction after writing a dark psychological thriller inspired by grief, online influence and the hidden struggles facing young…
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