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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Diggle Brass Band seeks new MD as popular Sean steps down
DIGGLE Brass Band is bidding a fond farewell to their Musical Director Sean Conway who has brought an ‘incredible period of growth, success, and unforgettable…
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Volunteers save more than £548,000 as hospice highlights funding gap
HUNDREDS of volunteers have helped save Dr Kershaw’s Hospice more than half a million pounds over the past year, as the local charity continues to…
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Registration now open for 2026 Saddleworth Village Olympics
THE TIME has come for the children of Saddleworth to lace up and line up, with registration for the Saddleworth Village Olympics now open for…
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Hotel’s shepherd huts to stay after wheel-y good application
A SADDLEWORTH hotel has been allowed to keep three shepherd huts in its grounds after proving the wheels had not fallen off. Grains Bar was…
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Saddleworth Medical Practice celebrates ‘good’ rating
A SADDLEWORTH surgery is celebrating after it achieved a ‘good’ rating at its latest inspection. And the Care Quality Commission (CQC) praised Saddleworth Medical Practice’s…
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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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Oldham dad loses four stone after heart attack scare changed his life
A FATHER from Oldham who spent a year afraid to leave his room after suffering a heart attack has revealed how he lost four stone…
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Whit Friday results name Saddleworth’s best of brass
IT WAS the sounds of summer on Friday (29 May) as hundreds of band players descended upon Saddleworth for this year’s Whit Friday celebrations. In…
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White Hart regulars recreate historic pub photograph 80 years on
Regulars at one of Saddleworth’s oldest pubs have stepped back in time by recreating a photograph believed to have been taken 80 years ago. Customers,…
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Dobcross Youth Band honours beloved librarian during poignant Whit Friday celebrations
A cherished Saddleworth tradition took on added significance this year as Dobcross Youth Band paused to remember one of its most dedicated supporters during Whit…
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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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Celebrations and realism as Uppermill FC elevated into non-league pyramid
SADDLEWORTH is now home to a club in football’s non-league pyramid after Uppermill FC were promoted. Now more hard work begins after years of it…
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Springhead backing local lad Zach in Wembley cup quest
EXPECT A Springhead swarm heading towards Wembley as one of its own goes for glory. And Zach Eckersley has told how things he picked up…
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Saddleworth church to be converted to restaurant and spa, with outdoor swimming pool
A FORMER Saddleworth church will be converted into a restaurant and spa, with a swimming pool created outside, after planning permission was granted. And its…
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National Methodist Youth Brass Band brings busy Whit Friday schedule to Uppermill
THE ACCLAIMED National Methodist Youth Brass Band is returning to Uppermill with an exciting line-up of concerts and Whit Friday appearances. Made up of talented…
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Whit Friday details confirmed for Saddleworth and Oldham
WHIT Friday organisers have confirmed the key details for this year’s Saddleworth and Oldham District band contests, which take place on Friday, May 29. The…
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Oldham fan enjoys dream Lord of the Rings experience
An Oldham woman has seen a lifelong dream come true thanks to a special initiative launched by one of the UK’s leading home care providers.…
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#42 High St brings brunch, cocktails and premium dining to the heart of Uppermill
Advertisement Feature At #42 High St in Uppermill, the focus is simple – quality food, great drinks and a relaxed atmosphere that keeps customers returning…
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Saddleworth artist shortlisted for prestigious international Football Art Prize
A Saddleworth artist has been selected for a major international art exhibition after being shortlisted from more than 900 entries worldwide in the Football Art…
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Mossley artist completes stunning bridge transformation from graffiti eyesore to desert dream
For years, a graffiti-covered public footbridge in Mossley was considered an eyesore. Now, thanks to local artist Lawrie Williams, it has been transformed into a…
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National fashion competition final is ‘proudest moment’ for Oldham College student
A FASHION student from Oldham College says reaching a prestigious national competition final is ‘one of the proudest moments’ she has had. Melissa Kelly, who studies…
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Police sergeant praises Community Speed Watch Team’s productive work
SADDLEWORTH’S Community Speed Watch Team is gearing up to do more good work in the area after a successful month of tackling speeding drivers. Andy…
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Saddleworth set to continue Whit Friday traditions in the sun
SADDLEWORTH is gearing up to continue its popular annual Whit Friday traditions – and this year looks like a rare occasion when the sun will…
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25th birthday celebrations for Off The Rails Comedy Club
A DOUBLE bill of comedy shows will mark a special milestone as Greenfied’s Off The Rails Comedy Club turns 25. Starting from humble beginnings, the…
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Oldham Council stalemate leaves Borough without Mayor or Leader
OLDHAM Council has been left in chaos after a Mayor could not be agreed, with talk of a ‘shambles.’ That also leaves the authority without…
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New Saddleworth Councillor vows to ‘get the basics right’
THE MAN who defeated a sitting Saddleworth Councillor at the local elections has pledged to get the basics right. And Peter Klonowski says putting what…
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Saddleworth Beer Festival to toast Rushcart’s 50th anniversary
Saddleworth Annual Charity Beer Festival is set to return on Saturday, July 4, helping raise funds for the 50th anniversary of the iconic Saddleworth Rushcart…
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Millgate Arts Centre secures grant for major lighting upgrade
MILLGATE Arts Centre has unveiled a major upgrade to its stage lighting after receiving funding from Theatres Trust. The grant has enabled the Delph venue…
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Built around your house: Why Housing Units continues to stand apart
When it comes to bringing a home together beautifully, practically and without compromise, scale, expertise and value matter just as much as style. That is…
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Delph Horticultural and Craft Society prepares for 95th annual village show
Green-fingered growers, talented bakers and crafty creators are being invited to take part in the 95th Annual Show hosted by the Delph Horticultural and Craft…
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‘Morris Beast’ will be star of inaugural Saddleworth Garland Day
AN INAUGURAL Saddleworth Garland Day will see Saddleworth Women’s Morris and Clog side dancing in the streets – with the special addition of their new…
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Denshaw hotel plan opposed by Saddleworth Parish Council
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has come out in opposition to the latest planning proposal at a Denshaw hotel. Saddleworth Holdings Ltd, which has been behind several…
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20-year milestone for Oldham Active’s ‘lifesaving’ REACH programme
A PIONEERING ‘REACH’ exercise referral programme between Oldham Active and NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care is celebrating 20 years of transforming lives. Since its launch,…
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