RESIDENTS are invited to share their photographs, nostalgia and artwork to help Oldham commemorate Victory over Japan Day. Saturday 15 August marks 75 years since…
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‘Big’ decision to be made on Millgate pantomime but Night of Proms is off
DELPH’S Christmas pantomime has become an annual treat for Saddleworth audiences and beyond. Tickets for the 2020 show – Dick Whittington- went on sale even…
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Rioja on the menu after being put up for sale
AN UPPERMILL restaurant has gone on the market before it could reopen.Rioja on the village’s High Street is up for sale for a reduced fee…
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Saddleworth road closure: CHEW VALLEY ROAD
ROAD closure in place for resurfacing works between St Mary’s Drive and Manchester Road in Greenfield. Diversions in place via Shaw Hall Bank Road, Well-i-Hole…
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New Saddleworth School costs rise to £27 million but building work set to start
THE cost of building the new Saddleworth School has risen to £27 million. Construction work will start on Monday, July 20 but it will be…
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Saddleworth School head retires from ‘best job in the world’ after 38-year career
AFTER 38 years in the classroom doing ‘the best job in the world’, Saddleworth School headteacher Dave Watson undoubtedly deserves a well-earned retirement. Mr Watson,…
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Desk jobs! Delph workspace offers alternative to daily commute
THE daily commute has become a distant memory for many Saddleworth workers. But with Covid-19 lockdown restrictions regularly eased and more businesses re-opening, a return…
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Where in Saddleworth?
LOCKDOWN has certainly eased and many people are visiting the countryside once more. But it seems not too many ventured to discover the location of…
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Illegal raves, arson attacks, barbeques: The message is clear, please respect your local parks!
It’s ‘Love Parks Week’ (July 12 to 21) and Oldham Council is asking people to treat the countryside, green spaces and parks with respect. Since…
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Petition calls for temporary closure of Dovestone Reservoir
THOUSANDS of people have signed a petition calling for a temporary visitors’ ban at Dovestone Reservoir. Organiser Helen Bishop says the Saddleworth beauty spot should…
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