WAVING their Union Jacks and cheered off by a crowd of well-wishers, four local ladies slipped into gear for a momentous charity road trip two…
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Walking their way to vital funds
SADDLEWORTH-BASED Oldham Mountain Rescue Team will benefit from intrepid fundraisers’ bid to literally walk across the country. Peter Keenan and Jay Hallows will set foot…
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Double espresso? Park campaigners in froth over café plans
CAMPAIGNERS opposed to two café developments in Uppermill Park are urging applicants to re-think their proposals. Residents insist they are not against re-development plans for…
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New faces on council after local elections
TWO new faces join a stalwart councillor to represent Saddleworth on Oldham Council. Liberal Democrat Alicia Marland and Conservative Chris McManus have been voted in…
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RSPB move to mitigate fire risks at beauty spot with a new post
A NEW appointment is imminent to help protect countryside around Dovestone Reservoir from the ravages of fire. Already, with the fine weather in March, there…
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Royal assent for charity
A CHARITY had a special visitor when the Duchess of Cornwall dropped in to see its work. Her Royal Highness witnessed first hand what goes…
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Toilet block to become café despite earlier opposition
A DERELICT toilet block will be turned into a café after planning permission was granted, despite earlier opposition from Saddleworth Parish Council. John Metcalfe has…
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Three isn’t magic number for Lydgate houses plan
PLANS to build three houses in historic Lydgate have come under fire, 13 months after proposals for just one property were rejected. Saddleworth Parish Council…
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Grassland above Uppermill charred by fire
THE AFTERMATH of a fire in the hills above Uppermill is clear for all to see as scorch marks scar the landscape. A blaze broke…
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Riders go Loop-y for new route
MOUNTAIN biking fans in Saddleworth can indulge their passion on their doorstep after a new route was launched. The Tame Valley Loop passes through Greenfield,…
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