PLANS to redevelop a historic Greenfield mill site into housing for over-55s have been redrawn, with fewer properties. Tanner Bros Ltd’s hybrid application to convert…
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OSFC student ready to show skills on the dancefloor in nightclub play
AN OLDHAM student will be hitting a nightclub dancefloor for a very different reason after being cast in a pioneering production. Amy Bent will play…
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Sir Kevin Sinfield receives royal honour for fundraising efforts
OLDHAM rugby legend Sir Kevin Sinfield has been knighted in recognition of his remarkable sporting career and tireless fundraising efforts for Motor Neurone Disease (MND).…
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Did Dobcross man write Scouthead pub’s lost anthem?
DID A Dobcross man write a Scouthead pub’s lost anthem? That was the question posed by Austerlands resident David Needham at a ceremony to unveil…
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Oldham solicitors help long-standing client secure Stockport investment
AN OLDHAM law firm has helped a long-standing client expand its property portfolio with the purchase of a commercial building in Cheadle Hulme. Pearson Solicitors…
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Oldham school opens new wellbeing centre in memory of former pupil
AN OLDHAM school has opened a new centre focused on pupils’ mental health and wellbeing, with support from a best-selling author and a local education…
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Classical quartet and jazz concerts set to bring music to Delph
FROM timeless classical masterpieces to toe-tapping jazz standards, music lovers can look forward to four nights of live performance in Saddleworth. Saddleworth Concerts Society has…
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Oldham Choral Society to perform moving modern Requiem at concert
A CELEBRATED modern Requiem and a dramatic work by one of opera’s greatest composers will feature in a special afternoon of music next month. Music…
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End of an era as historic Delph chippy goes up for sale after more than 50 years
A LANDMARK fish and chip shop in the heart of Delph has been put up for sale after more than half a century in the…
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Music, films, theatre and panto coming up at Millgate Arts Centre
THERE is plenty to keep Saddleworth audiences entertained before we say goodbye to 2026. Films, live music, theatre, wine tasting, mediumship and the return of…
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Oldham writer to Detail more than three decades of life
A WRITER from Oldham is set to release a deeply personal collection of his work, bringing together more than 30 years of memories, writing and…
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Community creations needed to secure Diggle Spooky Scarecrow Trail
ORGANISERS of the Diggle Spooky Scarecrow Trail are calling for more ghoulish and creepy entries to make sure the event goes ahead. The annual trail…
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Artist Chris Cyprus leaves Woodend Mill after 20 years
AN ARTIST whose work is familiar around the area is marking a personal new dawn in closing his chapter at Woodend Mill with a final…
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Call for Baton Bearers to step up for national mental health event
PEOPLE from Oldham and beyond are invited to step forward as baton bearers for The Baton of Hope 2027 in support of mental health awareness. …
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Free acting workshops to give Oldham children a taste of TV and film
CHILDREN across Oldham will have the chance to step into the world of TV and film acting through a free programme designed to open up…
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Parish Council promises to push for more banking services in Saddleworth
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has vowed to not give up the fight to have face-to-face banking services in the area – despite ‘a real step forward.’ …
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Saddleworth police sergeant sets out priorities as crime falls
SADDLEWORTH’S police sergeant has outlined his priorities for the area – including tackling speeding and improving safety around Dove Stone Reservoir. Andy Holian, who took…
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Saddleworth bakery founder honoured at Oldham Business Awards
A SADDLEWORTH man who turned his own experience of prison into a mission to help others build a better future has been recognised at the…
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WellFest brings free mental health and wellbeing activities to Oldham
OLDHAM residents will be able to try everything from yoga and meditation to Pilates and health checks at a free mental health and wellbeing event…
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Hulme Grammar principal urges immediate action on ‘AI revolution in education’
AN OLDHAM school has called on educational leaders to take immediate action through direct industry collaboration following a landmark report. Leading expert Sir Anthony Seldon…
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Saddleworth Councillor takes planning concerns to Downing Street
A SADDLEWORTH Councillor has written to the Prime Minister in opposition to proposed changes of planning rules. Andy Burnham’s administration is looking to bring in…
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Dobcross defibrillator to have power restored after phone box replaced
A DEFIBRILLATOR In Dobcross Is set to return to working order after the phone box it is stored in was wiped out. The facility in…
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Crompton House marks centenary with service of celebration and thanksgiving
AN OLDHAM school has marked its centenary with a special service of celebration and thanksgiving at Liverpool Cathedral. The Crompton House Church of England Academy,…
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Sir Kevin Sinfield completes latest physical challenge – and plots next one
HE COULD be forgiven for putting his feet up, but do not expect Sir Kevin Sinfield to rest easy after completing his latest fundraising physical…
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Saddleworth landmarks put forward for local heritage list
DOZENS of Saddleworth landmarks have been put forward to be included in a new heritage list. The Greater Manchester Archaeological Advisory Service (GMAAS) is putting…
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New bike workshop opens its doors in Delph
A NEW independent bike workshop has opened in Delph, offering servicing and repairs to Saddleworth’s cycling community. Ride & Roam officially opened its doors at…
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Two new ventures set to bring something different to Uppermill High Street
TWO new businesses are taking shape in the heart of Uppermill as a local entrepreneur prepares to launch a pair of very different concepts in…
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Oldham men complete 412-mile run for children fighting cancer
Two men from the local area have completed one of the biggest physical and mental challenges of their lives after running 412 miles in just…
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New Oldham market welcomes more than 50,000 visitors as footfall rises
A new market in Oldham has welcomed more than 50,000 visitors in its first six months, with traders reporting increased sales and more shoppers visiting…
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Ace actions land Saddleworth policeman and his dog prestigious award
ONE SADDLEWORTH man and his very skilled dog have been rewarded for literally Making a Difference. PC Richard Beswick and Ace were winners in one…
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Saddleworth turns out for Sir Kevin Sinfield
SADDLEWORTH did one of its own proud as one of its own does Saddleworth proud. Sir Kevin Sinfield ran through his home area as his…
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Pitter Patter Kids prepares for move into former Lucy Cobb shop in Uppermill
A NEW chapter is beginning on Uppermill High Street as children’s footwear specialist Pitter Patter Kids prepares to move into the former home of one…
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New specialist drinks shop and tasting room coming to Delph
A FORMER Delph pub is set to be given a new lease of life as a specialist drinks shop and tasting room. TASTE Saddleworth has…
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Woman accused over Dove Stone wildfire spared jail for dangerous driving
A WOMAN accused of starting the major wildfire at Dove Stone Reservoir has been spared an immediate jail sentence after admitting dangerous driving on the…
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