NIGEL Heap, a larger-than-life local cricketer, has died at the age of 70 following a battle against cancer. A formidable all-rounder, Nigel spent 44 years…
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Hundreds gather to bid fond farewell to Rangers legend Mick Coates
AROUND 300 people filled the ground at Saddleworth Rangers Rugby Club in Greenfield to say their final goodbyes to legendary coach Mick Coates. The popular…
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Saddleworth Rangers clubhouse to host funeral of legendary coach Mick Coates
THE funeral of Saddleworth Rangers’ legendary coach Mick Coates will take place on Friday, June 18 at the clubhouse in Greenfield. Grotton-based Mick passed away…
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Saddleworth Rangers mourn legendary coach Mick Coates
SADDLEWORTH Rangers are in mourning after the sudden death of Mick Coates who has been described as one of the greatest figures in the club’s…
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Tributes to former rugby club winger Jack Birchenall
OLDHAM Rugby Union Club has lost another ex-player following the death of former winger Jack Birchenall aged 79. Jack, who starred for the club at…
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Cycle club gives Louise an emotional send off
CYCLING was a great passion of Dukinfield’s Louise Harrott who was tragically killed in Oldham doing the thing she loved most. It was fitting therefore…
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Fireman killed in Greenfield mill tragedy to be honoured with red plaque
EXCLUSIVE THE son of a fireman killed tackling a major mill fire in Greenfield 66 years ago has welcomed plans to erect a lasting memorial…
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Death of sporting legend Peter Rhodes
UPPERMILL FC and Uppermill Cricket Club were saddened to learn of the death of Peter Rhodes, a legend at both, aged 68. Peter, known to…
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Touching farewell procession to pay tribute to Delph farmer Steven ‘Aldie’ Alderson
A TOUCHING farewell will be paid to popular Delph farmer Steven ‘Aldie’ Alderson as his funeral is held on Friday, April 23. There will be…
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Oldham remembers Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh with church service and online book of condolence
A POIGNANT service has been held at Oldham Parish Church to pay tribute to His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Prince Philip…
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