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Category: Breaking News
Moorland fire effort officially finishes!
THE wildfire on Saddleworth moors which first started over three weeks ago, is now out and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) have withdrawn…
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United Utilities announce hosepipe ban
The North West’s water company United Utilities has announced that it will impose a hosepipe ban (known as a Temporary Use Ban) following what is…
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Police appeal for witnesses as man dies after attack in Oldham during birthday celebrations
A MAN who was fighting for his life in hospital after being attacked in Oldham has sadly died. Stephen McGiffen from Oldham, who turned 36…
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All change at The Cross Keys in Uppermill
POPULAR Saddleworth pub landlords will step down after five years of success. The Cross Keys in Uppermill will soon have a new name above the…
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Hockey ace Nicola White to miss World Cup in London due to injury
HOCKEY Olympian Nicola White says it is “a very difficult situation to take in” after being forced out of England’s squad for the World Cup…
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Don’t fence us in – Network Rail confirm plans for train line
NETWORK Rail plan to fence in the entire length of Saddleworth’s train track, the Independent can reveal. Contractors have already returned to continue their removal…
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Saddleworth and Tameside moorland fires being investigated by police as arson
The moorland fire which has raged in Saddleworth and Tameside for more than a week is now being investigated as arson. An investigation has been…
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United Utilities urge residents to conserve water as hot weather continues
AS the hot weather continues, residents in Saddleworth have received a plea from United Utilities to help conserve water and avoid a hosepipe ban. In…
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Saddleworth Air Cadets squadron saved from closure but with conditions
SADDLEWORTH Air Cadets are celebrating a reprieve from imminent closure but still face a battle to secure their long-term future. The 2200 (Saddleworth) Detached Flight…
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