A WOMAN accused of starting the major wildfire at Dove Stone Reservoir has been spared an immediate jail sentence after admitting dangerous driving on the…
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Autumn market returns to Saddleworth Marina
AN autumn market featuring food, entertainment, family activities is coming to Saddleworth Marina. The Marina Market will take place on Sunday, October 4, from 11am…
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Greenfield Primary School opens its doors to prospective families
FAMILIES considering a Reception place in Saddleworth for September 2027 are being invited to take a closer look at Greenfield Primary School. The Shaw Street…
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Friezland Primary School to open its doors to prospective families
Families with children due to start primary school in September 2027 are being invited to take a closer look at Friezland Primary School during a…
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Greenfield cyclist raises £14,600 in memory of grandson Finley
A GREENFIELD grandfather has completed an almost 1,000-mile cycle ride from Land’s End to John O’Groats, raising an incredible £14,600 in memory of his grandson…
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Local artists to showcase work at Friezland church exhibition
The work of local artists will go on display as Friezland Parish Church hosts its annual Art Exhibition. The popular event returns from Friday, September…
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Helicopter rescue after walker breaks ankle at Dove Stone
A WALKER was airlifted from the hills above Dove Stone after suffering a broken ankle and becoming unable to make her way down safely. The…
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Greenfield’s Frank Rothwell makes waves as Atlantic documentary released
SADDLEWORTH’S record-breaking adventurer Frank Rothwell is reaching a new audience after a documentary charting his extraordinary solo Atlantic row was released to viewers. The Oldham…
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Greenfield residents invited to monthly GGRA meeting
Greenfield residents invited to monthly GGRA meeting tonight The Greenfield and Grasscroft Residents’ Association (GGRA) is inviting local people to its monthly meeting at 7.30pm…
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Saddleworth kids go for gold in Village Olympics
THE FIRST rule of sport is that not everyone can come first – but at the opening ceremony of the Saddleworth Village Olympics, every child…
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Saddleworth residents fear return of parking ‘nightmare’ as Dove Stone reopens
By Ed Barnes – Local Democracy Reporter People living close to Dove Stone Reservoir fear a ‘horrendous’ parking and traffic ‘nightmare’ could return now the…
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Four more charged in relation to Dove Stone fire
FOUR more people have been charged with arson in relation to a moorland fire at Dove Stone Reservoir. Much of the area in Greenfield left…
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My first Rushcart was weird, tiring, and completely alien. I cannot wait for the the next one
SADDLEWORTH’S Rushcart Festival may have been a staple on the calendar for 50 years and the traditions it upholds are far older than that. But…
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The ‘endangered’ clog maker bringing all the bells and whistles to the Rushcart
MAKING shoes for Morris dancers is not all it is clogged up to be. That is according to Phil Howard, an ex-dancer turned clog…
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My Secret House: A personal Saddleworth story built on family, history and pride
MY SECRET House is more than an interior design studio and boutique store – it is Deborah Hill’s deeply personal vision, rooted in Saddleworth’s history…
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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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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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Dove Stone reopens to visitors following devastating summer wildfires
Visitors are being welcomed back to Dove Stone today as the popular Saddleworth beauty spot reopens following the devastating wildfires which swept across the moorland…
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Esteemed international award for former Greenfield resident Richard Knowles
FORMER Oldham Council Leader and Greenfield resident Professor Richard Knowles is ‘deeply honoured, humbled and delighted’ to receive an esteemed award from the International Geographical…
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Greenfield fire fallout sees death of hundreds of fish
A FIRE at a Greenfield business claimed the lives of several indirect victims – fish. Sachets, on Wellington Industrial Park – behind the village’s Tesco…
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Road closures planned for Greenfield carriageway surfacing works
ROADS throughout Greenfield will be closed for up to nine days for carriageway surfacing works. J Hopkins is carrying out the work on Chew Valley…
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Full destruction of Greenfield business fire revealed
THE HUGE devastation at a Greenfield business following a large blaze has been revealed. A full scale emergency services response was launched after the fire broke…
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Exclusion zone in place in Greenfield as fire breaks out at factory
Residents may be evacuated and Tesco cleared after hazardous materials fire in Greenfield People may be evacuated from their homes and Tesco in Greenfield has…
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Quacking success as duck race raises funds for local charities
A charity duck race at Saddleworth Marina Artisan Market proved a successful fundraiser for local good causes while providing plenty of entertainment for visitors. The…
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Police thank residents for staying away from Dove stone during closure
Residents have been thanked for their support in staying away from Dove stone Reservoir as emergency services continue operations in the area. Andy Holian, Neighbourhood…
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Rangersfest to bring festival atmosphere for whole family to Greenfield
THERE will be a brilliant festival atmosphere in Greenfield as ‘Rangersfest’ brings live music and family fun. On Saturday, September 12, Saddleworth Rangers Rugby Club,…
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Morris Men’s 50th Rushcart is set to be record event
A RECORD number of Morris sides are set to help make Saddleworth’s Rushcart festival the biggest and loudest yet in its 50th year. The popular annual…
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Book your duck for Saddleworth charity race
THE CALL to decide on a duck has gone out to Saddleworth ahead of a charity race. Greenfield will be the centre of competition on…
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Cricket club goes in to bat for moorland fire crews
A CRICKET club is producing the sort of knock anyone would be proud of to help those battling devastating moorland fires. Micklehurst has seen smoke…
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Oldham Mountain Rescue Team supports firefighters during major moorland fires
MEMBERS of Oldham Mountain Rescue Team have played a vital role in supporting firefighters tackling the large moorland fires at Dove Stone Reservoir and Tintwistle. …
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Further arrests as Dove Stone moorland blaze continues
TWO MORE people have been arrested in relation to a moorland fire that has burned at a Saddleworth reservoir for days. Then operation to tackle…
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Mountain Rescue Team fundraises for new equipment
OLDHAM Mountain Rescue Team helps an average of 52 people a year – but it is now asking for your help in return. The…
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Woman charged in relation to Dove Stone fire
A WOMAN has been charged with aggravated arson in relation to a moorland fire at a Saddleworth reservoir. Emergency services – including an RSPB Fire…
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Woman arrested on suspicion of arson as Dovestones fire investigation continues
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson as police continue their investigation into the moorland fires at Dovestones. Greater Manchester Police confirmed that…
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