A COLOURFUL array of twinkling Christmas Trees is on display at St Thomas Leesfield to spread some festive cheer. A total of 40 trees, each…
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Prestigious ‘Oscar’ award for Lees marketing agency
CORNERSTONE Design and Marketing is celebrating an ‘incredible achievement’ after its campaign for heartburn treatment brand Pyrocalm Control won Best Niche Advertising Campaign at OTC…
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Christmas cheer to spread across Lees, Springhead and Grotton
FESTIVE cheer is coming to Lees, Springhead and Grotton with a host of Christmas events and fundraising. Grab some gifts and do some festive shopping…
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Hunt on to find owner of Saddleworth’s ‘Mystery Machine’
THE HUNT is on to find ‘Scooby, Shaggy and the gang’ after the ‘Mystery Machine’ was slapped with a removal order after it was seemingly…
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Lees curry restaurant celebrating being simply the best
A SADDLEWORTH restaurant is celebrating after being named the best in the north west. Lees Spice Lounge, on the area’s High Street, won the prestigious…
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Carved hedgehog theft sparks anger in Lees
THE alleged theft of a wooden hedgehog statue which was set to become part of a nature trail in Lees has sparked anger. The intricate…
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‘Eclectic mix’ makes up debut album for Lees musician after 50 years
AN ‘eclectic mix of homespun stories and tunes’ played on a variety of instruments makes up the debut album for a Lees-based singer/songwriter. After 50…
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Saddleworth Crimewatch groups’ impact highlighted on BBC show
SADDLEWORTH security groups’ work is now on a national stage after it was featured by the BBC. The Saddleworth West and Lees Crimewatch branch of…
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Man taken to hospital after stabbing in Lees
A MAN was taken to hospital on Sunday evening following a stabbing at a property on High Street in Lees. Emergency services were called to…
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New Lees base helps Our Community Wardrobe tackle clothing poverty
A COMMUNITY PROJECT working to beat clothing poverty across Saddleworth and Oldham is hoping to help more people than ever as it opens the doors…
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Saddleworth primary schools’ breakfast scheme eats into issues
A LEES primary school is eating into the effects of not starting the day in the right way with a free healthy breakfast. And the…
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Lees restaurant to be converted into shop and takeaway
AN INDIAN restaurant in Lees is set to disappear and be replaced by a takeaway and separate shop. Paach Baii, on High Street, will be…
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Sarah puts blood, sweat and tears into charity boxing match
THERE has been ‘literally blood, sweat and tears’ as a determined fundraiser prepares for her next challenge – a white-collar boxing fight. Sarah Tate, who…
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Pancake Day treats for four-legged friends at Sully’s Doggy Daycare
A LEES-BASED doggy daycare made sure our four-legged friends tucked into a tasty treat on Pancake Day just like their owners. Sully’s Doggy Daycare, on…
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Lees nursery fined after mouse droppings found around premises
THE COMPANY that runs a Lees nursery and its directors have been ordered to pay more than £5,700 after mouse droppings were found on food…
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Festive fun as children’s Christmas Scavenger Hunt returns
GET searching high and low across Lees, Springhead and Grotton as their Christmas Scavenger Hunt returns. Children are invited to grab their competition sheet from…
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Lees full of festive cheer with Christmas switch-on and market
Pictures thanks to Pictureful of Memories FESTIVE cheer has arrived in Lees as villagers enjoyed their Christmas lights switch-on and markets. Guests braved the cold…
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Call for community donations to help light villages with Christmas cheer
CHRISTMAS-SPIRITED locals are being encouraged to dip into their pockets to help brighten up Lees, Springhead and Grotton this festive season. LSG Business Hub is…
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New School Street in Lees makes pupils’ travel safer and more sustainable
A NEW School Street is helping to make travel safer and more sustainable for pupils at Hey with Zion Primary and St Edwards RC Primary.…
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Festive treats in store at Lees Christmas Market
SNAP up some festive gifts and goodies at Lees Christmas Market on Sunday, November 24 from 11am-4pm. There will be a variety of craft and…
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Respects paid at Remembrance services across Saddleworth
THE COMMUNITY came together at services across Saddleworth this Remembrance Day to commemorate those who lost their lives in two world wars and other conflicts.…
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Join Litter Heroes to tackle more rubbish and grot spots
GROT spots and unsightly rubbish are being targeted by community heroes in a bid to keep Lees, Springhead and Grotton clean and tidy. LSG Litter…
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Unlicensed Lees taxi driver pays the penalty
A PRIVATE hire taxi driver from Lees has been banned from driving for two years and ordered to pay over £4,600. Ibrar Hussain, of Lees…
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Police appeal for footage after man dies in Lees crash
POLICE are continuing to investigate after a man died in a late-night collision in Lees. The 58-year-old was driving a Mitsubishi Lancer along Elliott Street…
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D-Day anniversary walk raises over £1,000 to support veterans
MORE than £1,000 was raised to support veterans as determined fundraisers tackled a challenging ‘80km for 80 years’ walk to mark the anniversary of D-Day.…
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Property of the week: Lane Head Road
Dating back a number of centuries is Golden Spot, a semi-rural detached residence with a effortless blend of character and modernity throughout the home. The…
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Schoolgirl’s design inspires new look for community group
A YOUNG girl’s impressive design has been chosen as the new logo of a community group keeping three areas in and around Saddleworth free of…
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Awards success for Royal British Legion branch
A LOCAL branch of the Royal British Legion is celebrating after achieving a trio of awards recently. It was a proud moment for the committee…
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Lees predator jailed for sexual assaults on busy trams
A SEXUAL predator from Lees has been jailed for three years after targeting a woman and a teenage girl on busy trams. Tahir Ali has…
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‘Financial difficulties’ see Saddleworth venues suddenly close
TWO SADDLEWORTH venues have suddenly closed their doors because of ‘financial difficulties.’ Milan in Lees and Delph’s The Bank, part of the Pennine Dining Group,…
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Church parishioners to stride out for charity
PARISHIONERS at a Lees church are inviting the local community to join them in a fundraising challenge. St Edward’s Church is taking on the ‘Big…
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Lees houses approval sparks angry reaction
PLANS to build three houses next to a listed Lees pub have been approved, despite local opposition. Saddleworth Parish Council came out against Punch Partnership’s…
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Lees plant shop is growing places
A PLANT shop in Lees which sells all things gardening is on the move. The Plant Centre shut up shop on Thursday (February 29) from…
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Lees train fare dodger ordered to pay hundreds of pounds
A LEES man must pay more than £460 after not paying a £7.50 train fare. Mohamed Abdullah was caught at Manchester’s Piccadilly station after not…
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