DIFFICULT conversations around death, grief and end-of-life care were brought into the spotlight across Oldham during this year’s Dying Matters Week. The national campaign, led…
View More Dr Kershaw’s Hospice urges families to keep talking after Dying Matters Week
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…
View More Delph Horticultural and Craft Society prepares for 95th annual village show
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…
View More ‘Morris Beast’ will be star of inaugural Saddleworth Garland Day
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,…
View More 20-year milestone for Oldham Active’s ‘lifesaving’ REACH programme
GREENFIELD Whit Friday Band Contest has unveiled its official logo for 2026 – and this year’s winning design comes from Isabelle Hardy of St Mary’s…
View More Greenfield Whit Friday Band Contest reveals winning logo for 2026
A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD girl from Oldham is helping support Dr Kershaw’s Hospice’s Rose to Remember campaign after seeing first-hand the care the hospice gave to her…
View More Girl backs hospice’s Rose to Remember campaign in grandad’s honour
A charity event in Saddleworth has raised more than £1,200 to support women pursuing education in challenging circumstances. The ‘Solidarity Stroll with Tea and Talk’,…
View More Saddleworth fundraiser supports Palestinian women’s education
GRAB a bargain at a ‘New To’ sale at Springhead Congregational Church on Thursday, May 7. There will be a variety of pre-loved clothing and…
View More Grab a bargain at ‘New To’ sale in Springhead
FROM Morris dancing to South Asian traditions, a new heritage project is shining a spotlight on Oldham’s dance communities – and local people are being…
View More New project aims to preserve Oldham’s rich dance heritage for future generations
ONE of Oldham’s most glamorous charity events is off to the races once again, as Ascot Ladies’ Day returns to The White Hart Inn in…
View More Ascot glamour in Saddleworth as stylish fundraiser returns for hospice
A BUSY schedule will see Saddleworth Morris Men dance locally as well as around the country over the coming months. They start their dance outs…
View More Saddleworth Morris Men prepare for diary full of dance outs
FOUR-LEGGED friends and all the family can enjoy a great day out at a Fun Dog Show and Craft Fair in Greenfield. The event, hosted…
View More Fun for family and four-legged friends at Dog Show and Craft Fair
A DEDICATED volunteer who helps run Sholver Community Centre and takes part in local litter picks is First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO)’s April Hidden Hero.…
View More Dedicated volunteer Debbie is FCHO’s Hidden Hero
A GROUP celebrating more than 20 years of creative making and friendship is inviting budding and established needlecrafters to join their weekly get-togethers. Canalside Craft…
View More Discover creative talents and new friendships with Canalside crafters
EXPLORE a vibrant trail of art, crafts, and creativity in studios, cafés, bars, restaurants and local businesses during this year’s Saddleworth Art Trail. The event…
View More Saddleworth Art Trail set to return with weekend of creativity across the villages
There were plenty of laughs and a few feathered favourites as Lydgate hosted its first-ever duck race – with a twist. Held at the Lydgate…
View More Quacking success as Lydgate hosts first-ever “dry” duck race fundraiser
SEQUINS, samba and a lot of local spirit helped raise more than £66,000 for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, as their Strictly-inspired dance competition returned in style.…
View More Strictly-style fundraiser raises over £66,000 for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
A NEW leadership team has been appointed at Saddleworth Round Table as the group prepares for another year of charity work and community events. Ryan…
View More Saddleworth Round Table names new Chair as charity group plans busy year ahead
Bargain hunters and families are being invited to a community car boot sale taking place in Greenfield later this month. The event will be held…
View More Car boot sale set for Greenfield school this April
A popular LEGO exhibition is set to return to Mossley next month, showcasing an impressive collection of models while raising money for charity. Mossley Bricks…
View More LEGO exhibition set to return to Mossley in aid of local causes
SADDLEWORTH Women’s Morris and Clog may only be two years young but they are already taking the dancing world by storm. The side was formed…
View More Saddleworth Women’s Morris and Clog taking dancing world by storm
THE CALL has gone out for more volunteers to make sure Dobcross’ Whit Friday goes swimmingly. As well as the brass band contest on May…
View More Appeal for Dobcross Whit Friday volunteers
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…
View More Community group funding boosts by outgoing Mayor of Austerlands
AN 84-year-old volunteer who is a ‘true inspiration’ for her work with First Choice Homes Oldham’s (FCHO) has been named the housing association’s March Hidden…
View More Hidden Hero award for FCHO’s inspirational 84-year-old volunteer
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…
View More Villagers gear up for historic Maundy Thursday Road End Fair
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
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…
View More Mossley charity launches new shopping space at Spring Fayre
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…
View More Saddleworth Rotary makes egg-stra special Easter donation
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…
View More Nightbird Project brings art-based therapeutic sessions to Dr Kershaw’s
AN OLDHAM group that provides vital support to the older generations is restarting its focus on a section of the community. For Age UK Oldham…
View More Age UK Oldham to relaunch LGBT+ group
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…
View More ‘Forgotten Army’ exhibition honouring South Asian war heroes
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…
View More Springhead-raised author takes in ‘last’ home visit
WHAT DO you see when looking at a blank sheet of paper? Well, a renowned artist who proves it is not just something to write…
View More Budding Saddleworth artists wanted to transform blank sheets of paper
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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