By John Kirkbride The old days LIKE the rest of Saddleworth, Grotton was part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1972 when the Government…
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“Outstanding” Oldham archives saved for future public use
An “outstanding” historic trove of documents, newspaper clippings and images has been saved and will be accessible for public use at the new Oldham Heritage…
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Emmaus Mossley passes on rare football records donation to national archives
A TREASURE trove of football league records donated to homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley have found a new home at The English National Football Archive. A…
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Stories of Oldham lives lost in Lusitania tragedy unearthed for centenary year
DETAILS of a maritime tragedy 100 years ago that claimed the lives of local residents have been unearthed by Oldham Council archivists. On May 7,…
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