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Uppermill Band to give Mossley A Grand Day Out

Gary Carter April 7, 2026 a grand day outnewsthe valeUppermill Bandwallace and grmoit

UPPERMILL Band is to treat people to A Grand Day Out at its latest concert. And Wallace and Gromit will again be the inspiration. Following…

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Pub run by Saddleworth butcher celebrates mystery TV win after filming

Gemma Carter April 7, 2026 broadoak pubDavid HarropnewsSaddleworth

A SADDLEWORTH butcher who runs a pub in Ashton-under-Lyne has revealed it has won a television competition after hosting a film crew last week. The…

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Featured Lifestyle

Community group funding boosts by outgoing Mayor of Austerlands

Aimee Belmore April 7, 2026 charitymayor of austerlandsPaul SykesSaddleworth

COMMUNITY groups and organisations received welcome donations from the outgoing Mayor of Austerlands after his successful year in office. Paul Skyes handed over the reins…

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‘Residential institution’ plan for Denshaw hotel

Gary Carter April 6, 2026 Clough ManorDenshawplansSaddleworthwapart hotel

A DENSHAW hotel will be converted into what is termed as a ‘residential institution’ if planning permission is granted. But the latest proposal for Clough…

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Saddleworth rowing hero’s documentary scoops film festival award

Gemma Carter March 31, 2026 filmFrank RothwellGreenfieldnewsOldhamSaddleworth

A DOCUMENTARY charting the remarkable Atlantic journey of Saddleworth businessman Frank Rothwell has won a prestigious prize at a major film festival. The film, The…

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Clough Manor convenience store plan refused

Gary Carter March 31, 2026 Clough ManorDenshawnewsOldhamOldham Coucnilsaddlewoth

PLANS to place a convenience store and coffee shop at the site of a former Denshaw hotel have been refused. Sophia Hartwell, of Saddleworth Holdings…

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New Saddleworth-shot documentary shines light on isolation and power of creativity

Adam Higgins March 31, 2026 filmjon kingnewsOldhamphantasmagoriaSaddleworth

A NEW documentary filmed in Saddleworth is putting a spotlight on how creativity can bring people together – even in the face of isolation, unemployment…

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Local hospice invites new voices to help guide future care

Adam Higgins March 31, 2026 dr kershaw's hospicenewsOldhamSaddleworth

PEOPLE from across Oldham are being encouraged to step forward and help shape the future of end-of-life care as Dr Kershaw’s Hospice looks to welcome…

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Featured News Oldham

‘100 Apprentices in 100 Days’ challenge across Oldham

Aimee Belmore March 31, 2026 ApprencticehipnewsOldhamOldham Council

AN AMBITIOUS new initiative aims to help young people take their first steps into work while supporting businesses across the borough to grow their future…

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Oldham actor ready to go it alone – on his doorstep

Gary Carter March 30, 2026 DelphMillgate Arts CentrenewsSaddleworthVanyaWilliam Ash

A SADDLEWORTH-BASED actor is ready to go it alone on his own doorstep, in front of many who know him. William Ash may be familiar…

View More Oldham actor ready to go it alone – on his doorstep
Featured Lifestyle

Villagers gear up for historic Maundy Thursday Road End Fair

Aimee Belmore March 30, 2026 Greenfieldnewsroad end fairSaddleworth

A HISTORIC village tradition is being kept alive as Greenfield’s Maundy Thursday Road End Fair will return this Easter. The event, which reportedly dates back…

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Mayor of Austerlands tradition continues to soar with former RAF squadron leader

Aimee Belmore March 30, 2026 mayor of austerlandsnewsRob KnottsSaddleworthtradition

A long‑standing 70‑year‑old community tradition is reaching new heights with the appointment of a former RAF squadron leader as the new Mayor of Austerlands. Robert…

View More Mayor of Austerlands tradition continues to soar with former RAF squadron leader
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Mossley charity launches new shopping space at Spring Fayre

Adam Higgins March 30, 2026

A HOMELESSNESS charity in Mossley celebrated the launch of a new shopping space at its Spring Fayre.  Emmaus Mossley welcomed local residents and supporters to…

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Oldham’s new market an instant hit at grand opening

Gary Carter March 29, 2026 arooj shahJim Mc MahonnewsOldhamOldham CouncilopeningThe MarketTommyfield Market

AFTER months of wondering, worries and even rows, Oldham’s new market is officially open for business. And if the queue of people snaking around the…

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Saddleworth Rotary makes egg-stra special Easter donation

Gary Carter March 29, 2026

SADDLEWORTH Rotary Club is spreading Easter cheer with a generous scheme. Members agreed to set aside £1,000 to ensure all children and young people in…

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Nightbird Project brings art-based therapeutic sessions to Dr Kershaw’s

Aimee Belmore March 26, 2026 dr kershaw's hospicenewssaddleworth oldahm

A FREE art-based therapeutic group will allow people with serious and life-limiting illnesses to share their stories and create new memories. The Nightbird Project, run…

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Saddleworth Morris Men back in action with Easter Tour of villages

Aimee Belmore March 25, 2026 dancingeasterGreenfieldnewsOldhamsaddleworth morris

SADDLEWORTH Morris Men are polishing their clogs and dusting down their eye-catching waistcoats and sashes as they prepare to launch their 2026 season with their…

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Saddleworth councillors to call for an end to Oldham’s spin cycle

Gary Carter March 24, 2026 Cllr Helen Bishop and Alicia MarlandLib DemnewsOldham CouncilSaddleworth

SADDLEWORTH councillors are to press the Oldham borough authority to ‘cut the spin.’ Opponents of the ruling Labour group say they are braced for a…

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Plans for 331 new homes at Oldham’s Princes Gate move ahead

Gemma Carter March 24, 2026 newsOldhamOldham CouncilPrince's Gate

By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter Plans to create three new tower blocks with more than 300 homes in Oldham Mumps are forging ahead.…

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Air ambulance called as emergency services respond to building collapse in Oldham

Gemma Carter March 24, 2026 building collapseking streetOldhamSaddleworth

Emergency services, including an air ambulance, have descended on King Street in Oldham town centre this afternoon following reports of a building collapse. Police, fire…

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Featured Youth

Thousands of acts of kindness shared by pupils in ‘Big Serve’ initiative

Gemma Carter March 24, 2026 epworth trusthey with zionkindnessnewsOldhamSaddleworthSchool

Pupils and staff at Hey with Zion CofE/Methodist Primary School and Rosehill Methodist Primary Academy have been spreading kindness across their communities as part of…

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Oldham Council states objection to huge Saddleworth rail project

Gary Carter March 24, 2026 GreenfieldnewsOldham CouncilSaddleworthsecretary of statetranspennine upgrade

OLDHAM Council has officially objected to way a multi-billion pound rail project will be handled through Saddleworth. The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) will see the…

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Featured Youth

Young artist’s design to take centre stage at Greenfield’s Whit Friday tradition

Adam Higgins March 24, 2026 logonewsSaddleworthwhit friday band contest

GREENFIELD is gearing up for one of Saddleworth’s most cherished traditions as preparations ramp up for this year’s Whit Friday Brass Band Contests – now…

View More Young artist’s design to take centre stage at Greenfield’s Whit Friday tradition
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The impact of a 30-year-old Saddleworth centre

Adam Higgins March 24, 2026 newsOldhamSaddleworth Drama CentreSpringheadtheatre

A WELL-KNOWN Saddleworth arts group is celebrating a major milestone this year, as Saddleworth Drama Centre turns 30. Based in Springhead, the centre has spent…

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Featured Lifestyle

‘Forgotten Army’ exhibition honouring South Asian war heroes

Adam Higgins March 24, 2026 artnewsOldhamthe forgotten army

AN EXHIBITION shining a light on the often-overlooked role of South Asian soldiers in the World Wars is set to open in Oldham. The ‘Forgotten…

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Saddleworth FC given permission for new home pitch

Gary Carter March 23, 2026 bishops parkfootballnewsSaddleworthsaddlewroth FC

By Charlotte Hall, Local Democracy Reporting Service SADDLEWORTH Football Club has been given the go ahead to turn a disused pitch into its new home…

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Saddleworth Councillor calls for axing of fuel duty rise

Gary Carter March 23, 2026 cllr max woodvinenewsOldhamSaddleworth

A SADDLEWORTH Councillor is leading the local call to scrap a fuel duty raise that will hit people on his doorstep in the pocket. The…

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Diglea holiday lodge plan lodged

Gary Carter March 23, 2026 DiggleDigleaholiday lodgeOldhamplanningSaddleworth

A DIGGLE property would be converted into holiday lodge, with an outside seating area and car parking, if planning permission is granted. Paul Merrington, of…

View More Diglea holiday lodge plan lodged
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Spirit of Saddleworth Award winners announced

Gary Carter March 23, 2026 newssaddleworht parish councilspirit of saddleworth awards

VOLUNTEERS who go above and beyond to make Saddleworth a better place have been recognised for their service. A total of 11 individuals and five…

View More Spirit of Saddleworth Award winners announced
Featured Lifestyle

Springhead-raised author takes in ‘last’ home visit

Gary Carter March 23, 2026 authormonique turnernewsSaddleworthSpringhead

A SPRINGHEAD-RAISED author has taken a trip down memory lane in what could be her last look at home. Monique Turner visited her former secondary…

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Featured News

Popular Saddleworth eatery Delve closes with immediate effect

Gemma Carter March 19, 2026 closureDelphdelvediggle locknewsSaddleworth

A popular Saddleworth restaurant has announced its sudden closure, just months after being placed on the market. Delve, based in Delph, confirmed it has shut…

View More Popular Saddleworth eatery Delve closes with immediate effect
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Countdown begins for Diggle Scarecrow Trail as Disney theme revealed

Gemma Carter March 18, 2026 Diggle Scarecrow traildisneynewsSaddleworth

Families are being invited to take part in this year’s Diggle Scarecrow Trail, with just days to go until the popular community event returns. Running…

View More Countdown begins for Diggle Scarecrow Trail as Disney theme revealed
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New neighbourhood sergeant appointed for Saddleworth and Lees

Gemma Carter March 18, 2026 Andy HolianGMPnewsPoliceSaddleworthSergeant

Residents in Saddleworth and Lees are being introduced to their new neighbourhood sergeant, as he sets out his priorities for working closely with the community.…

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Businesses urged to get on the green for hospice fundraiser

Adam Higgins March 18, 2026 charitydr kershaw's hospicegolf dayOldhamSaddleworth

LOCAL firms are being invited to dust off their clubs and take a swing at supporting a much-loved Oldham charity.  Dr Kershaw’s Hospice is preparing…

View More Businesses urged to get on the green for hospice fundraiser

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