OLDHAM is seen as a place to develop high-performing students after the town’s University Campus rated above the average in the National Student Survey 2026. The centre,…
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‘We must be more resilient to fires’, GM Mayoral candidates say
CANDIDATES running to be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester have agreed that more must be done to protect the area from wildfires. It comes…
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Teenager arrested after high-speed moped pursuit across Greater Manchester
A teenager has been arrested following a high-speed police pursuit involving a stolen moped, an alleged machete offence and a number of other outstanding offences.…
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‘Determination, resilience and excellence’ earn Oldham student ‘Learner of the Year’ crown
AN Oldham College learner whose education journey has been ‘nothing short of extraordinary’ has been named 16-19 Learner of the Year at the GM Skills Awards…
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Local adventurer takes on gruelling Colombian jungle expedition for charity
A LOCAL adventurer and deputy headteacher is preparing to take on one of his toughest challenges yet as he heads into the Colombian jungle to raise…
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Northern Roots reaches major milestone ahead of September opening
OLDHAM’S flagship Northern Roots project has reached a major milestone with the handover of the site’s new Welcome Building and Forestry Skills Centre ahead of…
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Oldham Hockey Club invites families to free summer open day
OLDHAM Hockey Club is inviting people from across Saddleworth and Oldham to pick up a hockey stick and give the sport a go at its…
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Five retiring education leaders honoured by Oldham’s Mayor
FIVE inspirational headteachers and education leaders who have dedicated decades to children across Oldham have been honoured by the borough’s new Mayor at a special…
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Housing association shortlisted for three Oldham Business Awards
FIRST Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is celebrating after being shortlisted in three categories at this year’s Oldham Business Awards. The housing association is in the…
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Brian Cox science scheme to grow Oldham kids’ ‘untapped potential’
‘OUT OF this world’ is the only way to describe the latest guest as the Oldham Athletic Community Trust welcomed a visit from Professor Brian…
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Oldham charity in running for vital grant
AN OLDHAM-BASED autism support group has been shortlisted for a vital £3,000 grant. Now a public vote will decide whether Autism Family Support will get…
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Mountain Rescue Team fundraises for new equipment
OLDHAM Mountain Rescue Team helps an average of 52 people a year – but it is now asking for your help in return. The…
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New Oldham Advice Service launched to help residents before problems reach crisis point
A NEW, free advice service has launched across Oldham to help residents tackle money worries, debt, housing and benefits issues before they reach crisis point. …
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Woman charged in relation to Dove Stone fire
A WOMAN has been charged with aggravated arson in relation to a moorland fire at a Saddleworth reservoir. Emergency services – including an RSPB Fire…
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Oldham’s historic Old Library wins national regeneration award
A landmark building in Oldham has been recognised on the national stage after winning a prestigious construction award. The restored former Old Library building on…
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GM Mayoral candidate backs ‘mass deportation’
A MAN running to be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester has backed the idea of ‘mass deportation.’ Marlon Scott West previously made headlines as…
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Woman arrested on suspicion of arson as Dovestones fire investigation continues
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson as police continue their investigation into the moorland fires at Dovestones. Greater Manchester Police confirmed that…
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Oldham netball player set for Commonwealth Games
OLDHAM Netball Club will be represented in the Commonwealth Games after one of its players was selected for Wales. And Alex Johnson cannot be accused…
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Discover great outdoors of ‘Our Beautiful Oldham’ at new nature gallery
THE colour, curiosity and creativity of the great outdoors is coming indoors at a new permanent nature gallery in Oldham. ‘Our Beautiful Oldham’ opened its doors at Gallery Oldham…
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Oldham students get to hear Bev Craig’s story
STUDENTS have heard first-hand the story of the woman who could be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester. For Bev Craig visited Oldham Sixth Form College and met with those studying Politics…
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Footpath plan in Saddleworth rail project branded ‘delusional’
A COUNCILLOR has branded plans to offset the closure of a Saddleworth level crossing by using a nearby footpath as ‘delusional.’ Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) chiefs…
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Motorists can take a test drive and help raise money for hospice
LOCAL drivers are being invited to get behind the wheel of a new Ford model while helping raise vital funds for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice. The…
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University Campus Oldham student designs logo for new business network
A talented University Campus Oldham (UCO) student has become the creative force behind the logo of the newly launched Oldham Business Network (OBN). The network,…
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Oldham florist brings the world’s best to her hometown
AFTER spending more than two decades travelling the world as a florist, an Oldham woman decided it was her hometown’s turn to see the best…
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Gardeners invited to showcase talents for Saddleworth in Bloom
KEEN gardeners across the community are invited to show off their projects big or small during this year’s Saddleworth in Bloom competition. The competition, run by Saddleworth Parish…
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‘Exciting milestone’ as Waterhead Academy celebrates national award for attendance
WATERHEAD Academy is celebrating an ‘exciting milestone’ in its improvement journey after receiving national recognition for student attendance. The establishment, on Huddersfield Road in Lees, has received the National…
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Mahdlo steps out on 15-mile Three Peaks challenge to mark 15th birthday
YOUTH charity Mahdlo Youth Zone is marking its 15th anniversary with the return of its 15-mile Three Peaks of Saddleworth walk. The fundraising event on Saturday, July 4, now in…
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British Empire Medal for Saddleworth environmentalist
A SADDLEWORTH woman who founded a community hydroelectricity project has been honoured – and says she hopes her work will get more people talking about…
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Walking football club kicks off ahead of new kit
WALKING football is a much faster game than its name might suggest. That is the key takeaway from a Friday match at the Saddleworth Walking…
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Funding admission as Moorgate Halt replacement cost detailed at inquiry
HAVING to replace a Saddleworth level crossing with a footbridge would add millions of pounds to a multi-billion pound rail project’s cost. But those behind Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) admitted…
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Silver trophies for Saddleworth’s best of brass
DOZENS OF local bands left laden in silverware after an official Whit Friday awards ceremony. 41 trophies were up for grabs at the Dobcross and Uppermill Whit Friday Band Awards Presentation on Sunday,…
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Saddleworth Councillor becomes Mayor of Oldham – but limbo remains
A SADDLEWORTH councillor is the new Mayor of Oldham after a move that can at least allow the borough’s authority to operate. Now to appoint a…
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Lees martial artist proving model pupil – and teacher
A TEENAGE martial artist is proving a big hitter while helping bring on the next generation. All while Jacob Carwright is balancing his schoolwork. The…
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Ascot Ladies’ Day event promises frocks, fascinators and fundraising for hospice
“PUTTING THE ‘fun’ in ‘fundraising’” is how Joanne Penketh describes Saddleworth’s biggest women’s fashion event of the year. She is talking, of course, about the…
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