A NEW ‘tourist’ attraction has rooted itself in Greenfield – a must see especially for steam engine enthusiasts. The gleaming piece of machinery – nicknamed…
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Oddfellows’ £9,000 donation helps keep NW Air Ambulance soaring
A BOOST of £9,000 will help to keep North West Air Ambulance Charity soaring high and saving lives. The money was raised by the South…
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Campaign to remember tragic fireman ends with red plaque memorial ceremony
THREE generations of a family gathered to see the unveiling of a new memorial to a fireman killed nearly 70 years ago while tackling a…
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Fond farewell as Rev Jackman leaves for next adventure
THE community paid a fond farewell to the Reverend Aaron Jackman as he leaves for Scotland with his family on his next ‘adventure’. Rev Jackman…
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Chairman supports local charities and causes
A BUSY calendar of fundraising events is helping to raise much-needed money for local charities and causes. Cllr Barbara Beeley, chairman of Saddleworth Parish Council,…
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Floral Arts Society blooms strong after 50 years
BEAUTIFUL flower arrangements representing the last five decades caught the eye at a special event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Saddleworth Floral Arts Society.…
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Two open spaces to lose protection from development
By Charlotte Green – Local Democracy Reporter TWO areas in Saddleworth will lose protection from development once changes to Oldham’s local planning policy come into…
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Remembrance events return to Saddleworth
REMEMBRANCE events will take place across Saddleworth next month. On Monday, November 8 at 7pm there is a short service in Uppermill at the King…
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Community spirit brings Grotton Pavilion facelift
THE community came together helped by the generosity of the Co-op and Dulux to give Grotton Pavilion a well-deserved lick of paint and makeover. Over…
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Donkeystone delight as new licence signals bright future for brewery
A NEW range of beers, extra evening opening time, changing food menu and upcoming seasonal events are some of the attractions at a Saddleworth brewery.…
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