BLAZING sunshine, a patch of grass and a few cold drinks were all that was needed for Saddleworth’s latest Summer Fete – but it took…
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Saddleworth milestones restored in heritage preservation project
A PROJECT to locate, restore and preserve a series of historic milestones across Saddleworth has been completed. The markers, which are made from cast iron…
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Grotton playground set for grand reopening after improvements
FAMILIES in Grotton are being invited to celebrate the reopening of their local playground following a series of improvements and new additions. The Grotton Residents…
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Saddleworth celebrates the white rose as it marks Yorkshire Day
THREE words summed up the depth of feeling that still exists in Saddleworth when it comes to where it stands – God save Yorkshire. After chair…
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Rangersfest to bring festival atmosphere for whole family to Greenfield
THERE will be a brilliant festival atmosphere in Greenfield as ‘Rangersfest’ brings live music and family fun. On Saturday, September 12, Saddleworth Rangers Rugby Club,…
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Dobcross Fairy Garden Trail hopes to make school playground dreams come true
ORGANISERS of this year’s Fairy Garden Trail across Dobcross are calling on the community to help them make it the most magical yet as they…
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Family Fun Day to score welcome boost for Saddleworth Football Club
A FAMILY Fun Day aims to hit the target and raise a welcome boost for Saddleworth Football Club and their new home at Bishop Park. The…
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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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Northern Roots reaches major milestone ahead of September opening
OLDHAM’S flagship Northern Roots project has reached a major milestone with the handover of the site’s new Welcome Building and Forestry Skills Centre ahead of…
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Halcyon days ahead for ‘Happy Hazel’
A FLORIST’S worth of flowers, a pile of Pandora and too many bottles of fizz to count were what awaited Hazel Dutton inside Uppermill’s Civic…
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Saddleworth Three Peaks challenge to help youngsters’ bucket list dreams come true
THE BUCKET lists of two young children living with a rate genetic disorder are getting closer to becoming a reality thanks to Saddleworth Medical Practice staff who…
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Oldham Hockey Club invites families to free summer open day
OLDHAM Hockey Club is inviting people from across Saddleworth and Oldham to pick up a hockey stick and give the sport a go at its…
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Get crafty with watermelon needle felting workshop for Palestine Women’s Scholarship Fund
EXPLORE the delightful art of needle felting and make your own miniature watermelon jewellery at a unique fundraising event. The workshop, on Saturday, September 5, has been…
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Book your duck for Saddleworth charity race
THE CALL to decide on a duck has gone out to Saddleworth ahead of a charity race. Greenfield will be the centre of competition on…
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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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‘Petrol heads’ pull together for Scouthead and Austerlands Motor Show
WHAT DO a Cadillac, an army tank, and the world’s only steam-powered Land Rover have in common? As it happens, not much – but that…
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Brian Cox science scheme to grow Oldham kids’ ‘untapped potential’
‘OUT OF this world’ is the only way to describe the latest guest as the Oldham Athletic Community Trust welcomed a visit from Professor Brian…
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Gardeners invited to showcase talents for Saddleworth in Bloom
KEEN gardeners across the community are invited to show off their projects big or small during this year’s Saddleworth in Bloom competition. The competition, run by Saddleworth Parish…
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Generous fundraising year sees £7,000 boost for Saddleworth community groups
A REMARKABLE year of fundraising led by the outgoing Chair of Saddleworth Parish Council has culminated in nearly £7,000 being distributed among local charities, clubs…
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Christmas spirit shines bright in Saddleworth villages
CHRISTMAS spirit is shining bright across Saddleworth’s villages as homes, businesses and trees are illuminated for the festive period. The usual switch-on events were cancelled…
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First ever Memory Cafe goes down a treat at Lido House
A FIRST ever ‘Memory Café’ was held at Lido House retirement housing in Grotton last month. The Memory Café is a place for local people,…
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By Royal approval: Saddleworth group wins prestigious Queen’s Award
The Street Scene Greenfield team has been awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the equivalent of the MBE for volunteer groups. Now the team,…
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Fancy dressed locals keep Saddleworth Beer Walk tradition alive
By Lily Chick MORE THAN 200 fun-loving locals braved the rain and donned fancy dress to keep the spirit of a legendary Saddleworth tradition alive.…
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Saddleworth to host variety of ‘Great Get Togethers’ in memory of MP Jo Cox
Great Get Togethers are being held across Saddleworth in June in memory of MP Jo Cox, who was murdered on June 16, 2016. On Saturday,…
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Archbishop of York is special guest at Saddleworth’s legendary Whit Friday walks
GAZING to the heavens the special guest at Saddleworth’s legendary Whit Friday united service was absolutely determined it would not rain on his parade. The charismatic…
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