FAMILIES looking for budget-friendly days out this October half term are being encouraged to explore the region’s canals – with a new free guide from…
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Four-legged fun and fancy dress at fundraising Cavallo Dog Show
FOUR-LEGGED friends of all sizes, breeds and fancy dress outfits stole the show at Cavallo Coffee Box’s fundraising Charity Dog Show. The event, held at…
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Mossley SOUP’s milestone event raises record amount
A MOSSLEY community crowdfunding initiative has celebrated its 20th event in style. Mossley SOUP once again proved that people power can make great things happen,…
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New audio tour brings Saddleworth’s ghostly legends to life
SADDLEWORTH’S eerie past is being brought to life in a chilling new audio experience that promises to let listeners walk among the spirits said to…
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Women’s mental health group offers safe space to talk in Oldham
A NEW women’s mental health support group in Oldham is helping local women find comfort, connection and understanding. She Matters – Oldham was founded in…
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Children’s catch-up flu vaccination clinics in Greater Manchester this half term
PARENTS and carers across Greater Manchester are being encouraged to get children protected against flu this October half term, with a series of catch-up vaccination…
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Free all-day bus travel returns for older and disabled people across Saddleworth
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter NEXT month, hundreds of thousands of people can benefit from round-the-clock free bus travel, TfGM has confirmed. A…
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Residents rally to keep Greenfield clean and green
HELP to keep Greenfield beautiful and tidy by joining a community litter pick on Saturday, October 18. The event has been organised by Street Scene…
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Daughter to honour her father at poignant hospice service
A PROUD daughter will pay tribute to her late father by switching on Dr Kershaw’s Hospice’s Light up a Life tree – a moment she…
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Family announcement: Nicholas Charles Bennett
Nicholas Charles Bennett Much loved son, brother, brother-in-law and uncle who died as a result of an accident on 16th October 1990. You will always…
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Local hospice busts myths during Hospice Care Week
AS Hospice Care Week shines a light on the work of hospices across the UK, Dr Kershaw’s Hospice in Oldham is taking the opportunity to…
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Life-Saving NHS Greater Manchester programme preventing heart attacks and strokes
HUNDREDS of people across Greater Manchester have avoided life-changing illness in the past year thanks to NHS teams focusing on prevention. Around 380 major health…
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Get parenthood off to healthy start with new Oldham Active scheme
Oldham Active has launched special discounted programme ‘Active Start’ to support women through pregnancy and the first few months of parenthood. The scheme offers pregnant…
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Oldham councillor welcomes driving test action but vows to keep up pressure
A LOCAL councillor has welcomed a government pledge to tackle the nationwide backlog of practical driving tests. But Councillor Dr Zahid Chauhan OBE says he…
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Emmaus Mossley’s sustainable catwalk wows crowd in bold stand against fast fashion
EMMAUS Mossley turned heads and made a statement this month with a striking Thread Revolution catwalk show – proving that second-hand style can be powerful…
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Rail industry offers free travel to help veterans attend Remembrance services
THE rail industry is offering free train travel to veterans, serving military personnel and volunteers attending Remembrance events across the country this November. The initiative…
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Saddleworth Rotary Club donation to help Gap Kenya educate young people
A GENEROUS donation of £1,200 from Saddleworth Rotary Club will help boost the work of Gap Kenya to provide education to young people in Mombasa.…
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Grotton veterinary nurse brings expertise to Sri Lanka’s forgotten animals
A HIGHLY experienced veterinary nurse from Grotton has joined the mission to help change the lives of street dogs in Sri Lanka. Lucas Helps Dogs,…
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Oldham teens offered free course to kickstart arts careers
A FREE programme designed to inspire Oldham’s next generation of artists, performers and creatives will launch next month – and local teenagers are being urged…
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Oldham Active slashes fitness costs with ‘Bee Active’ scheme
Oldham Active is making health and fitness more accessible and affordable with its ‘Bee Active’ scheme. In partnership with Oldham Council, it is offering an…
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Support Mahdlo Youth Zone with spooktacular Halloween Half Marathon
PULL on your running shoes to tackle one of the UK’s toughest half marathons and also raise money to help give young people the opportunities…
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Make new friends at Saddleworth Oddfellows group
A SOCIAL group is bringing its spirit to Saddleworth with its latest event. The Oddfellows’ Hall in Denshaw will host a three-course light lunch on…
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Fun, fancy dress and more at Cavallo Coffee Box’s Charity Dog Show
THERE will be fun, fancy dress, tricks, treats and more at Cavallo Coffee Box’s third annual Charity Dog Show. The event takes place at the…
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Holmfirth Artweek raises £40,000 for charities
EYE-CATCHING art decked the walls at more than 40 venues as the much-loved Holmfirth Artweek raised £40,000 for charities. Visitors were able to view and…
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Nostalgic Oldham set to take town centre back in time
OLDHAM town centre will step into the past later this month when Nostalgic Oldham returns on Saturday, September 27 (11am–4pm) with a packed day of…
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Oldham Archives gets new home at the Spindles
HISTORY lovers will soon be able to explore Oldham’s past in a brand-new setting, as the town’s archives prepare to open at the Spindles. The…
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Saddleworth estate agents to take on 180-mile challenge to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support
A TEAM of estate agents from Ryder & Dutton are set to lace up their trainers and hop on their bikes for an ambitious 180-mile…
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Cavallo’s Castleshaw walk brings £800 boost for Mountain Rescue Team
A SCENIC stroll around Castleshaw saw walkers enjoy the countryside as well as raise £800 for Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team. The group stepped on…
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Eye-catching annual Art Exhibition returns to Friezland Church
AN EYE-CATCHING display will fill Friezland Parish Church for its annual Art Exhibition. The event runs from Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21 and…
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Saddleworth friends living the dream on American harvesting adventure
TWO young friends from Saddleworth are living an extraordinary adventure as they travel across the United States on a once-in-a-lifetime agricultural journey. Marley Rees-Boydell, from…
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Greenfield runner completes year-long challenge to raise over £20,000
A GREENFIELD runner who has completed 5km every day for a year has raised nearly £21,000 and counting for a children’s charity. Beth Grundy set…
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New memories made at Oldham’s Old Library open day
THE iconic Old Library in Oldham welcomed hundreds of visitors through its doors for a special open day ahead of its full public opening later…
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From Saddleworth’s Industrial Past to Today’s Pastimes
Areas like Saddleworth, situated in the rolling Pennines, are defined by close-knit communities and winding valleys. They hold a storied history that is intertwined with…
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Centre calls for community use to help secure thriving future
A COMMUNITY centre is inviting more people to come through its door and keep using the building to secure its future. Springhead Community Centre, on…
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