A FAMILIAR sound will return to the streets of Saddleworth this year – the sound of brass band music. The event, dubbed as ‘The Greatest…
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Property of the week: Thornlee Court, Grotton
Situated on a secure gated development is this two bedroom first floor apartment. Thornlee Court is a popular community and this apartment is very well…
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Legal action threatened over blocked Lees river
OWNERS of land that has seen a river in Lees blocked by tons of soil has been told to act or they will face legal…
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Elf-y state for Lees hunt winners
CHILDREN have been rewarded for helping reunite Santa Claus with toys after mischievous elves left them around Lees, Springhead and Grotton. After they took one…
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Festive market returns to Lees
CHRISTMAS spirit spread throughout Lees as the village held its festive market. Stalls were dotted around the area – including at Milan Bar, and the…
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Grotton shines bright at Christmas fair and lights switch-on
THE Christmas lights are on in Grotton as the festive season gets well underway. At the annual switch-on event, there were carols around the Christmas…
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Power’s passion for rugby league back as he coaches youngsters from wheelchair
JOHN Power described it as great to have his passion back for rugby league 27 years after suffering a life-changing injury in a match which…
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Boxing clever! Full access to community life saver after defib issue resolved
FULL public access to a life-saving defibrillator at Lido House in Grotton has been restored. The equipment was previously only available during office hours due…
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Reaching out to the local community
By Mia Stevens THERE was coffee, café and music to enjoy as community group Reach Out held its latest event. The organisation was formed in…
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Delph Band brings the sound of music to Grotton brass afternoon
THE sound of music rang out around Grotton as the sun shone down on an Afternoon of Brass with Delph Band. Locals gathered at Grotton…
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Street Party fun to celebrate Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at Thornley Close, Grotton
There were games, drinks and a mouth-watering buffet as the residents of Thornley Close in Grotton put on a fabulous Street Party to celebrate the…
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Vegan Queens provide entertainment at Lido House’s Platinum Big Lunch
THERE was not just one but two queens at Lido House in Grotton for their 1980s themed Platinum Big Lunch. Special guests drag duo The…
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Community rallies against quarry development plans
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has added its voice to residents’ objections against plans for up to 158 homes to be built in Springhead Quarry. The proposal…
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New signs spread the love in villages
NEW artwork is on display in Lees, Springhead and Grotton, celebrating the villages and people in them. Councillors Sam Al-Hamdani and Mark Kenyon funded the…
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Communities help crime watch groups flourish
NEW community crime watch groups in Grotton, Springhead and Lees are helping to support the areas and prevent crime just eight weeks after being formed.…
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New group is Reaching out to community
A NEW community group is going from strength to strength as it brings opportunities for socialisation and experiences to the elderly, vulnerable and isolated as…
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New groups to help take action against crime in Grotton, Lees and Springhead
COMMUNITY crime watch groups have been set up in Grotton, Lees and Springhead to help tackle crime following a spate of burglaries in the areas.…
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Community policing meeting called in Grotton to help take action against crime
A MEETING is being held in Grotton to discuss launching a community crime watch group for the area and find effective ways to tackle rising…
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Plans for 234 houses in Springhead submitted
CONTROVERSIAL plans for 234 homes to be built in Springhead have been lodged. Proposals to build a £3 million road and up to 265 homes…
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Hunt down elves around Lees, Springhead and Grotton to save Christmas story
CHEEKY elves are back hiding in businesses around Lees, Springhead and Grotton – and this time they have stolen letters from a Christmas story. Can…
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Jigsaw idea’s growth wanted to be being pieced together
A GROTTON woman is piecing together people’s free time after her jigsaw idea took off. But Cheryl Beardmore is looking for more space to prevent…
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Family business thanks customers for FAB support during pandemic
THE FAB Salon and Clinic in Grotton is one of many businesses that was forced to close its doors during the Covid-19 pandemic. Now, as…
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Colourful creations hit Saddleworth
AUTUMN is well and truly on its way – and what better way to celebrate it than with a postbox topper! This colourful creation in…
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Community spirit brings Grotton Pavilion facelift
THE community came together helped by the generosity of the Co-op and Dulux to give Grotton Pavilion a well-deserved lick of paint and makeover. Over…
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Games and goodies for all at Grotton Gala
THERE were games and goodies galore for all the family at this year’s Grotton Gala. After being cancelled last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic,…
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Disabled parking bay will make ‘huge difference’ for residents
A COUPLE who has finally been granted a disabled parking bay outside their home in Lees after three years says the space will make a…
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Family affair as preservation order secures Thorpe Lane trees for next generations
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has helped to conserve a coppice planted in Austerlands by his great-great-uncle about 50 years ago. The coppice comes under the curtilage…
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Long goodbye after 31 years’ school service
GROUPS in Grotton and Saddleworth can expect a new member as one woman looks to use her time after retirement. Cheryl Beardmore was an integral…
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Beautiful summer’s day is perfect for new Mr and Mrs Simpson
A BEAUTIFUL summer’s afternoon was the perfect setting for Mr and Mrs Simpson’s special day. Ben Simpson, from Carrbrook, and Jessica Dent, from Dukinfield, became…
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New curb on speeding motorists welcomed but more needs to be done says councillor
A SPRINGHEAD road has become the latest in Saddleworth to benefit from becoming a lower speed zone. Following the designation of 20mph limits in villages…
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Grand designs! New life in sun inspires Ian’s first travel book
A FORMER member of Oldham Mountain Rescue Team who swapped Saddleworth for the good life in Spain has become a first-time published author. If you…
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Children invited to spring into action and celebrate nature for photography competition
SPRING into action and get closer to nature this April with a children’s photography competition. The ‘Celebrate Nature’ competition is being run by LSG Business…
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Residents call for ‘transparency and honesty’ over documents for Knowls Lane plans amendment
CONCERNED residents are calling for ‘transparency and honesty’ over documents on Oldham Council’s planning portal which they claim are inaccurate and out of date. The…
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Saddleworth Yarn bombing brings Easter cheer
LOOK out next time you’re in Grotton as you might see a chick or rabbit on the loose! But don’t worry – they are just…
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