OLDHAM Council has been blasted for ‘putting the public at risk’ after deciding to remove grit bins. But it has hit back, claiming some are…
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Diggle housing scheme gets go ahead despite opposition
A SCHEME that would see 70 new properties built on land close to Saddleworth School in Diggle has been approved – despite opposition from area…
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Election 2021: Luke Lancaster gains Saddleworth North for Conservatives
Luke Lancaster (Con) is Saddleworth North’s new representative on Oldham Council after defeating incumbent Garth Harkness (Lib Dem). Cllr Lancaster, who also sits on Saddleworth…
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Who gets your vote? – Candidates in Saddleworth North ward
WHO will get your vote when Saddleworth and Oldham go to the polls on Thursday, May 6? The candidates who are vying for votes in…
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What happens to Uppermill site when Saddleworth School moves?
OLDHAM Council bosses won’t be drawn on possible future uses for the current site of Saddleworth School. The Uppermill location – owned by the local…
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Not so magic roundabout! Roadworks scheme ‘baffles’ councillors
OLDHAM Council has admitted parking spaces were erroneously removed during roadworks and junction modifications in Dobcross. But the Council insists the installation, removal and then…
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Public to have say on major new homes plan for Diggle
PLANS to build a new 76-home development in Diggle have been revealed. The area in question off Huddersfield Road is described as being “next to…
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Worried parents campaign for crossing on busy Scouthead road
WORRIED parents are asking Oldham Council to explore crossing assistance for locals because of mounting concerns over traffic dangers on one of Saddleworth’s key roads.…
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Saddleworth’s life-saving defibrillator network earns top award for councillors
THE LIFE-SAVING efforts of local councillors who launched a network of defibrillators across Saddleworth have been recognised with a top award. Oldham and Saddleworth Liberal…
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Life-saving defibrillator training for public to be held in Delph
AFTER A determined campaign to install defibrillators in each of Saddleworth’s villages, life-saving training on how to use the equipment is now available for locals.…
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