Two very different festive productions — Hansel & Gretel in Delph and Aladdin in Stockport — prove just how magical a first taste of live…
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How Saddleworth inspired – and inspires – one of the country’s finest economic historians
SADDLEWORTH calls itself home to many things – it can now add one of Britain’s foremost economic historians to a lengthy list. And Dr Victoria…
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Iconic Saddleworth events to be pushed for national recognition
TWO STAPLES of the Saddleworth calendar are to be put forward for national recognition. For the Whit Friday Band Contest and Rushcart Festival are to…
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Saddleworth stitchers create crocheted Christmas cheer for Oldham
A GROUP of crafty Saddleworth stitchers have added Christmas cheer to one of Oldham’s main landmarks by creating a crocheted tree. Members of the Shhh……
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Moorgate Halt fight taken direct to Government
THE FIGHT to save a Saddleworth level crossing proposed for closure in a multi-billion pound rail project has gone to the very top. For three…
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Dobcross mill building cordoned off after roof collapse
A DOBCROSS mill building has been declared unsafe to enter after part of its roof collapsed. Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) cordoned off…
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Saddleworth’s first boxing club hopes to prove a knockout
Images by GGC Media SADDLEWORTH can now punch its weight after the area’s first boxing club opened its doors. YFG has set up in what…
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Santa stops off at Saddleworth Museum
ENJOY a special visit from Santa at Saddleworth Museum in Uppermill as he stops off for two days only. Appointments are now available on Saturday,…
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New off-field dawn for Uppermill FC
A SADDLEWORTH-BASED football club is taking the next step in its development by going legal. Uppermill FC may be close to the top of life…
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Saddleworth gift shop celebrates its third year in business
AN UPPERMILL gift shop shows no sign of being partied out as it feels festive after celebrating its third birthday. Wild Strawberry, on the village’s…
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Saddleworth spirit helps Kevin Sinfield ahead of latest physical challenge
IT MAY be hilly all the time. It may be cold, wet and windy a lot of the time, but Saddleworth’s warmth has given Kevin…
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Saddleworth Santa Dash sets target of 3,000 runners in biggest event yet
A SEA of red suits will be back on the streets of Saddleworth as the popular annual Santa Dash returns. Event organisers Saddleworth Round Table…
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Uppermill fell runner pens book to help free others from technology
AN UPPERMILL-BASED fell runner has launched a bold new book to help others free themselves from technology and fall in love with nature again. John…
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Charity haircut day in Springhead to support Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
A Springhead barbershop is preparing to host a community fundraising event in support of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, with residents invited to take part and help…
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Oldham council leader condemns ‘racist and malicious’ deepfake videos shared online
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter Oldham council leader Cllr Arooj Shah has condemned a series of “racist and malicious” AI-generated videos of her…
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Take flight with Uppermill Band’s ‘The Snowman’
TAKE flight with Uppermill Band this Christmas as they offer live music alongside popular film ‘The Snowman’. The special Christmas event will see the popular…
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Saddleworth Round Table’s duvet donation brings warmth to local families
FAMILIES facing a tough winter will soon be sleeping a little easier, thanks to the kindness of Saddleworth Round Table. The organisation has delivered two…
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New 20mph zones planned across Saddleworth and Oldham to tackle speeding hotspots
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter SEVERAL new 20mph zones are set to be introduced on roads across Oldham — with Diggle and Springhead…
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Redrow offers support to young athletes in Diggle
HOMEBUILDER Redrow is turning dreams into reality –on and off the field – by supporting an athletics team aiming for victory at next year’s Saddleworth…
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Oldham Council rolls out festive Saturdays in town centre
Oldham Council is kicking off a season of free family fun in the town centre this winter with its new “Festive Saturdays” programme. The series…
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Locals warn new Uppermill footpath is “unsafe” as former Moorgate route remains closed
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter The path keeps giving way beneath walkers’ feet. After several days of rain, layers of leaves and sludge…
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Station to station – A brief (and slightly irreverent) history of Delph Station
By John Kirkbride IN the mid-1960s when my family and I first moved to Saddleworth (or in my mother’s case back to Saddleworth), I remember…
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Saddleworth Panto returns with Hansel & Gretel
THE Saddleworth Panto is back for 2025 with its seventh production – Hansel & Gretel at Millgate Arts Centre. Running from December 6 through to…
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Saddleworth legal expert helping businesses grow with new firm
A SADDLEWORTH-BASED legal expert is part of a new venture helping to fuel growth for businesses through share option schemes. Rachel Westwell played a key…
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Saddleworth to shine with Christmas cheer at switch-on events
SADDLEWORTH villages are set to come alight with Christmas cheer and festivities as they host various switch-on events. All are welcome to join in the…
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Ashton/Oldham residents group demands traffic action
RESIDENTS in an area which straddles the border of Ashton-under-Lyne and Oldham have called for urgent action on “intolerable and life-threatening” traffic danger. A public…
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£31.5m secured for Oldham’s Prince’s Gate development
OLDHAM is set to receive a major boost after £31.5 million was committed to the Prince’s Gate development as part of Greater Manchester’s newly launched…
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Emmaus Mossley kicks off the Festive Season
It’s that time of year when the much-loved secondhand superstore, Emmaus Mossley, transforms into a festive wonderland for its annual Community Christmas Celebration. The occasion…
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Moorgate Halt closure plan slammed by Saddleworth campaign group
CAMPAIGNERS hoping to save a Saddleworth level crossing have hit out at bosses of a multi-billion pound rail project for ‘ignoring everyone’s advice.’ Moorgate Halt…
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Musician and artist unite after song sparks creative reaction
A CHANCE listen has led to an unexpected artistic partnership between a local songwriter and a Saddleworth artist. The debut album of Kieran McMahon –…
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Saddleworth Players deliver a knockout with Nell Gwynn
The Saddleworth Players have delivered a real treat with their latest show, Nell Gwynn, now playing at the Millgate Arts Centre in Delph. This lively…
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Oldham Council’s leader named best in the country at awards ceremony
OLDHAM is now home to the best leader of a council in the country. For Cllr Arooj Shah has won the Leader of the Year…
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Health centre hope for former Saddleworth School suffers setback
THE FORMER site of Saddleworth School appears to have been ruled out as the location of a much-discussed health centre. An architect was commissioned to…
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Tributes flood in after Saddleworth-based businessman’s death
SADDLEWORTH is rallying around after a business owner whose products became nationally known died suddenly. Charles Barlow, who formed Greenfield-based Barmy Flags, passed away ‘peacefully…
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