MORE than 50 young people have swapped the youth zone for the film set to create their own zombie movie – complete with acting, special…
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‘One of the nicest people you could have met’ – tributes to former Oldham councillor Peter Dean after 50 years of service
By Ed Barnes – Local Democracy Reporter Tributes have poured in for a man who was ‘one of the nicest people you could have met’…
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A Knight’s tale: Saddleworth’s Sir Kevin Sinfield on training, recognition and hopes ahead of latest physical challenge
SADDLEWORTH may have many things – but it does not have packs of dogs that chase after its knight of the realm, Sir Kevin Sinfield. …
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Mayor’s warning as Oldham authority finally sees leadership breakthrough
THE SADDLEWORTH-BASED Mayor of Oldham has slapped down rowing Councillors by telling them: “We are not bigger than the public.” After five attempts to elect a leader…
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Oldham businesses in running to be named UK’s favourite
OLDHAM businesses are being put in the national spotlight as people are invited to nominate their favourite local traders in a UK-wide competition. The UK’s…
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Oldham teacher wins national award for pioneering use of AI in classroom
A HULME Grammar School teacher has been recognised for helping pupils and colleagues make better use of artificial intelligence in education. Hulme Grammar School’s Head…
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Oldham students get hands-on route into careers in sport and fitness
YOUNG Oldham students are getting the chance to swap the classroom for the sports field as part of a new scheme aimed at helping them…
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Oldham specialist school invests £100,000 in expansion
AN OLDHAM specialist school has invested £100,000 in expanding its facilities, creating new classrooms, an ICT suite, calm rooms, a library and a new kitchen. …
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Brave fundraisers invited to fire walk for mental health charity
PEOPLE living in Oldham are being challenged to step outside their comfort zone and walk across hot coals to raise money for mental health, learning…
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Oldham voices of recovery to lead new Northern Roots audio trail
A NEW audio trail featuring the voices of people in recovery from substance use is set to offer a different perspective on Oldham’s people, places…
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Oldham theatre launches playwriting competition with cash prizes up for grabs
ASPIRING playwrights are being invited to put pen to paper as Oldham’s Lyceum Theatre prepares to launch the second edition of its one-act playwriting competition. …
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Oldham secures funding to empower the next generation of creative talent
YOUNG people in Oldham are set to benefit from a new programme designed to open up careers in the creative sector and give the next…
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Levers chips in with new Oldham town centre shop after 30 years at Tommyfield
ONE OF Oldham’s best-known chippies is preparing to begin a new chapter after three decades serving customers from Tommyfield Market. Levers held a soft opening…
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Meet the artists bringing Oldham’s Town of Culture to life
A GREENFIELD-BASED arts group is among those selected to bring their creative ideas to life as Oldham celebrates its year as Greater Manchester Town of…
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Oldham Council deadlock means government intervention
A SADDLEWORTH Councillor has branded Oldham representatives’ failure to work together and break the leadership deadlock is “the definition of madness”. Government commissioners are now set to…
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Woman pleads not guilty to Dove Stone arson charges
THE WOMAN accused of starting a wildfire at Dove Stone Reservoir has denied charges of arson and aggravated arson. Shania Care-Slede, aged 20 and of…
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Crompton House pupils celebrate strong GCSE results in school’s centenary year
STUDENTS at Crompton House are celebrating a strong set of GCSE results as the Shaw school marks its 100th anniversary. The school, based on Rochdale…
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Top grades and bright futures for Royton & Crompton Academy students
STUDENTS at E-ACT Royton & Crompton Academy were celebrating on GCSE results day as their Year 11 cohort prepared for the next stage of their…
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Royton students celebrate GCSE success
STUDENTS, parents and staff gathered to celebrate their GCSE results as Year 11 pupils at E-ACT The Oldham Academy North marked the end of their…
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Saddleworth councillor proposes ‘Concord’ solution for Oldham authority
A SADDLEWORTH councillor is proposing a plan he feels can finally break the deadlock over who will lead Oldham Council. Put simply, every party will. Those serving on…
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High marks for Oldham College students
OLDHAM College is celebrating a third consecutive year of improvement in Level 3 achievement rates. The three-year growth represents a 12 per cent increase in achievement for 16- to 18-year-olds since 2024, reflecting the…
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Final sentencing after woman tortured on Saddleworth Moor
A TEENAGER has become the final person to be sentenced after an Oldham woman was dumped and tortured on Saddleworth Moor in a ‘disgusting and…
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Hulme Grammar commended for outstanding educational partnerships
OLDHAM’S Hulme Grammar School is officially one of the best in the country after being commended in the national Independent Schools of the Year awards for outstanding educational partnerships. The accolade…
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Rose to Remember raises £25,000 for Dr Kershaw’s
A SEA of lilac roses transformed the gardens of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice and helped raise more than £25,000 for patient care thanks to community support. A crowd of hundreds gathered…
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Terrorism investigation into Oldham-linked charity
AN INTERNATIONAL charity with a base in Oldham is being investigated by the Charity Commission for alleged links to Hamas. The Al-Khair Foundation, situated…
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Nightclub play to ‘blow the dust off Shakespeare’
‘CLAMOROUS HARBINGERS of blood and death’ are on the way to an Oldham nightclub – for a bold reimagining of a Shakespearean classic. The Liquid & Envy…
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Finalists revealed as Oldham Business Awards flourish with new categories
THREE new categories will give even more local companies the chance to shine at this year’s Oldham Business Awards. The line-up of finalists for this…
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University Campus Oldham scores above average grades
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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