ONE of Oldham’s best-known financial advisers is celebrating a major career milestone after reaching 25 years with Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers. Richard Eastwood, a…
View More Oldham business figure celebrates 25 years at Pearson Solicitors
A SADDLEWORTH community association that was facing closure is breathing a sigh of relief after being saved by a good-natured volunteer. The Scouthead and Austerlands…
View More Last-minute salvation for Saddleworth community group
A ‘SPECIAL and welcoming space’ at Salsa Beauty Rooms in Mossley was celebrated as the salon reached its 20th anniversary. Sarah Wilde and Sally Beswick invited clients old…
View More ‘Special and welcoming’ Salsa Beauty celebrates 20 years
A YEAR after opening its doors in the heart of Uppermill, Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers says its Saddleworth venture has exceeded expectations. The firm…
View More Uppermill office proves success for Pearson Solicitors one year on
A SADDLEWORTH couple drowned in their car after it crashed through their property and into a nearby reservoir, an inquest has heard. But a definitive…
View More Open verdict on Saddleworth couple’s reservoir deaths
DIGGLE Brass Band is bidding a fond farewell to their Musical Director Sean Conway who has brought an ‘incredible period of growth, success, and unforgettable…
View More Diggle Brass Band seeks new MD as popular Sean steps down
HUNDREDS of volunteers have helped save Dr Kershaw’s Hospice more than half a million pounds over the past year, as the local charity continues to…
View More Volunteers save more than £548,000 as hospice highlights funding gap
THE TIME has come for the children of Saddleworth to lace up and line up, with registration for the Saddleworth Village Olympics now open for…
View More Registration now open for 2026 Saddleworth Village Olympics
A SADDLEWORTH hotel has been allowed to keep three shepherd huts in its grounds after proving the wheels had not fallen off. Grains Bar was…
View More Hotel’s shepherd huts to stay after wheel-y good application
A SADDLEWORTH surgery is celebrating after it achieved a ‘good’ rating at its latest inspection. And the Care Quality Commission (CQC) praised Saddleworth Medical Practice’s…
View More Saddleworth Medical Practice celebrates ‘good’ rating
A DOBCROSS mill is to be converted into 11 holiday lets and a workspace because, simply, doing something is better than doing nothing. Brownhill Bridge,…
View More Historic Dobcross mill to be converted to holiday lets and workspace
When purchasing a property with another person, one of the most important decisions you will make is how the beneficial interest in the property will…
View More Joint Ownership Explained: Joint Tenants vs. Tenants in Common
A FATHER from Oldham who spent a year afraid to leave his room after suffering a heart attack has revealed how he lost four stone…
View More Oldham dad loses four stone after heart attack scare changed his life
Advertisement feature What is it really like to be a student at Huddersfield Grammar School? Head Students Chloé and Sophia offer an insight into life…
View More Why Huddersfield Grammar School feels like home: Head Students share their journey
IT WAS the sounds of summer on Friday (29 May) as hundreds of band players descended upon Saddleworth for this year’s Whit Friday celebrations. In…
View More Whit Friday results name Saddleworth’s best of brass
Regulars at one of Saddleworth’s oldest pubs have stepped back in time by recreating a photograph believed to have been taken 80 years ago. Customers,…
View More White Hart regulars recreate historic pub photograph 80 years on
Residents across Oldham are being encouraged to play their part in sporting history by signing up to volunteer for the Tour de France Femmes avec…
View More Oldham residents invited to make sporting history as Tour de France Femmes volunteers
First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is celebrating after winning a major prize at this year’s prestigious Northern Housing Awards. The housing association received the Northern…
View More Oldham housing association celebrates major Northern housing award win
A LOCAL couple are speaking out about the devastating reality of early-onset Alzheimer’s in the hope it encourages others to seek help sooner. Andy Cragg…
View More Local couple share powerful impact of early-onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis
A CARE worker has swapped case notes for crime fiction after writing a dark psychological thriller inspired by grief, online influence and the hidden struggles facing young…
View More Local writer turns Peter Pan story into chilling thriller
EXPECT A Springhead swarm heading towards Wembley as one of its own goes for glory. And Zach Eckersley has told how things he picked up…
View More Springhead backing local lad Zach in Wembley cup quest
A FORMER Saddleworth church will be converted into a restaurant and spa, with a swimming pool created outside, after planning permission was granted. And its…
View More Saddleworth church to be converted to restaurant and spa, with outdoor swimming pool
THE ACCLAIMED National Methodist Youth Brass Band is returning to Uppermill with an exciting line-up of concerts and Whit Friday appearances. Made up of talented…
View More National Methodist Youth Brass Band brings busy Whit Friday schedule to Uppermill
WHIT Friday organisers have confirmed the key details for this year’s Saddleworth and Oldham District band contests, which take place on Friday, May 29. The…
View More Whit Friday details confirmed for Saddleworth and Oldham
An Oldham woman has seen a lifelong dream come true thanks to a special initiative launched by one of the UK’s leading home care providers.…
View More Oldham fan enjoys dream Lord of the Rings experience
Advertisement Feature At #42 High St in Uppermill, the focus is simple – quality food, great drinks and a relaxed atmosphere that keeps customers returning…
View More #42 High St brings brunch, cocktails and premium dining to the heart of Uppermill
A Saddleworth artist has been selected for a major international art exhibition after being shortlisted from more than 900 entries worldwide in the Football Art…
View More Saddleworth artist shortlisted for prestigious international Football Art Prize
A FASHION student from Oldham College says reaching a prestigious national competition final is ‘one of the proudest moments’ she has had. Melissa Kelly, who studies…
View More National fashion competition final is ‘proudest moment’ for Oldham College student
LOCAL historic Wakes Weeks, rushcarts and processions have inspired a vibrant exhibition at Oldham Gallery. Oldham Wakes! opened on May 23 and runs until September…
View More Historic Wakes Weeks and rushcarts inspire new exhibition
SADDLEWORTH is gearing up to continue its popular annual Whit Friday traditions – and this year looks like a rare occasion when the sun will…
View More Saddleworth set to continue Whit Friday traditions in the sun
A DOUBLE bill of comedy shows will mark a special milestone as Greenfied’s Off The Rails Comedy Club turns 25. Starting from humble beginnings, the…
View More 25th birthday celebrations for Off The Rails Comedy Club
OLDHAM Council has been left in chaos after a Mayor could not be agreed, with talk of a ‘shambles.’ That also leaves the authority without…
View More Oldham Council stalemate leaves Borough without Mayor or Leader
THE MAN who defeated a sitting Saddleworth Councillor at the local elections has pledged to get the basics right. And Peter Klonowski says putting what…
View More New Saddleworth Councillor vows to ‘get the basics right’
MILLGATE Arts Centre has unveiled a major upgrade to its stage lighting after receiving funding from Theatres Trust. The grant has enabled the Delph venue…
View More Millgate Arts Centre secures grant for major lighting upgrade
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