By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter Andy Burnham has ‘damaged’ Greater Manchester with his ‘Manchesterism’, according to Zack Polanski. The Green Party leader believes…
View More Zack Polanski says Greater Manchester needs change after Burnham
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…
View More GM Mayoral candidate backs ‘mass deportation’
Advertisement feature Residents and businesses across Tameside, Oldham and Saddleworth are set to enjoy cleaner, fresher-smelling streets thanks to the launch of new family-run business,…
View More “Green Cleen” launches across Greater Manchester to keep wheelie bins clean, fresh and hygienic
A SADDLEWORTH woman’s tireless campaigning for better care for those living with a type of cancer has helped bring a pioneering strategy that is set…
View More Saddleworth cancer campaigner’s legacy sees new pioneering care strategy
LOCAL people are being invited to help shape how Greater Manchester’s transport network will look and work through to 2050. A public consultation has opened…
View More Have your say on how Greater Manchester moves in the decades ahead
OLDHAM is set to receive a major boost after £31.5 million was committed to the Prince’s Gate development as part of Greater Manchester’s newly launched…
View More £31.5m secured for Oldham’s Prince’s Gate development
SADDLEWORTH can lay claim to being home to one of the most ceremonial positions in the region. For a man with close links to the…
View More New Deputy Lieutenant hopes to boost Saddleworth links
HUNDREDS of people across Greater Manchester have avoided life-changing illness in the past year thanks to NHS teams focusing on prevention. Around 380 major health…
View More Life-Saving NHS Greater Manchester programme preventing heart attacks and strokes
A DAY filled with creativity, nature and fun for all ages is planned during the Easter holidays in the Medlock Valley. Environmental charity Groundwork Greater…
View More Spring Festival to bring free family fun to Medlock Valley
By Ethan Davies – Local Democracy Reporter POLICE have arrested 28 people involved in rioting across Greater Manchester last weekend, the Chief Constable has confirmed.…
View More Riot arrest figure update given by Chief Constable
By Ethan Davies – local democracy reporter ANDY Burnham ‘will personally ensure’ GMP gets ‘all the resources they need to maintain control’ following a weekend…
View More Andy Burnham ‘personally’ pledges ‘GMP will have all the resources they need to maintain control’ after riots
THE ability to adapt to change has never been more crucial, especially in today’s rapidly shifting business world. Uncertain times can pose significant challenges, there’s…
View More Adapting to Change How Businesses Can Thrive in Uncertain Times
MINIBUSES play a crucial role in the operation of charities and non-profit organisations. They provide a reliable means of transportation for staff, volunteers, and those…
View More Cost-Effective Minibus Options for UK Charities and Sports Clubs
GREATER Manchester has long been renowned for its footballing heritage, producing some of the finest talents in the game. The 2023/24 Premier League season continued…
View More Top Emerging Football Talents in Greater Manchester
VOTERS will have six people to choose from in this year’s Greater Manchester mayoral election. The third election for the role will take place on…
View More Candidates confirmed for Greater Manchester mayoral election
A CHIEF executive of two key Greater Manchester organisations, who has dedicated his working life to public service, is set to retire next year. Eamonn…
View More Greater Manchester chief set to retire
A GREATER MANCHESTER rehoming centre is urging dog owners to be prepared to help keep their pets safe and settle during fireworks season. With Bonfire…
View More Charity’s advice to help calm dogs during fireworks
A NEW app with real-time bus, tram and train travel information and cheaper tickets is now available to local passengers. The Bee Network app, which…
View More Bee Network app signals new era for Greater Manchester travel
“I’VE BEEN through far too much, I think, at times. A friend was commented my life is like a Shakesperean tragedy – it’s always just…
View More History-making Megan targets more for Saddleworth Parish Council
COLLEGE pupils from Saddleworth will have a new man to answer to as Oldham College has announced Simon Jordan as its next principal and chief…
View More New principal for Oldham College
A SADDLEWORTH band club has scooped another top accolade to add to its growing collection. The legendary Dobcross band and social club been awarded the…
View More CAMRA ‘Club of the Year’ award for legendary Dobcross venue
AN INSPIRING talk was given by Darren Clarke, a senior officer of St John Ambulance and Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester, at the recent 91…
View More Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester gives inspiring talk to 91 Club
A SADDLEWORTH band club is in the running to be named the best on the country after reaching the final four in a prestigious award.…
View More Dobcross Band Club has sights on national award
SIMPLE and clear low bus fares will be available in Greater Manchester from Sunday, September 4. The new fares are being introduced 12 months ahead…
View More New bus fares introduced across Greater Manchester
BUSINESSES and residents have welcomed the decision for the Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone (CAZ) plans to be reassessed to ‘one that is fair to…
View More Rethink to make Clean Air Zone ‘fair to city-region’
By Aimee McKenna A NEW baby scan clinic in Delph will give parents-to-be special 3D and 4D glimpses of their new arrivals. Little Miracles private…
View More Private baby scan clinic opens in Delph
PREMIER Automotive branches in Dukinfield and Rochdale have been recognised in the 2021 Kia Dealer Excellence Awards. Announced at the Kia UK National Dealer Conference,…
View More Premier Automotive recognised in national Excellence Awards
By Charlotte Green, Local Democracy Reporter THE publication of Oldham’s long-awaited review into allegations of child sexual exploitation in the borough has been delayed again.…
View More Oldham’s child sexual exploitation review delayed yet again
A RESPECTED retirement home in Delph will keep its character and legacy as it goes from strength to strength, say the new owners as they…
View More New custodians of Stoneswood pledge to keep character and quality
DRIVERS could be hit by hefty charges of up to £60 a day when Greater Manchester’s Clean Air Zone (CAZ) initiative comes into place on…
View More Greater Manchester CAZ scheme turns air blue?
A SELECTION of Saddleworth voices has been recorded for posterity as part of a new academic study into accents and how we speak. A number…
View More New research project has accent on voices
THERE is entertainment for all the family at Oldham Coliseum Theatre this August as Zog roars onto the stage. The smash hit stage adaptation from…
View More Zog roars onto Coliseum stage
By Charlotte Green, Local Democracy Reporter SPRINGHEAD and Grasscroft have emerged as the region’s Covid hotspot as cases continue to soar across Greater Manchester. The…
View More Springhead and Grasscroft named as region’s Covid hotspots as cases soar across Greater Manchester
AN Uppermill man is among the nine candidates on the ballot paper for the Greater Manchester Mayoral Election on May 6. As well as local…
View More Saddleworth challenge to Burnham’s bid to stay Greater Manchester Mayor
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