A SADDLEWORTH Councillor has written to the Prime Minister in opposition to proposed changes of planning rules. Andy Burnham’s administration is looking to bring in…
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New Oldham market welcomes more than 50,000 visitors as footfall rises
A new market in Oldham has welcomed more than 50,000 visitors in its first six months, with traders reporting increased sales and more shoppers visiting…
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‘One of the nicest people you could have met’ – tributes to former Oldham councillor Peter Dean after 50 years of service
By Ed Barnes – Local Democracy Reporter Tributes have poured in for a man who was ‘one of the nicest people you could have met’…
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Former Oldham Mayor to stand down from council
A FORMER Mayor of Oldham will stand down as a Councillor after 14 years in position. Zahid Chauhan oversaw borough council meetings as the authority…
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All Roots are Northern with opening of Oldham attraction
PEOPLE in Saddleworth have an exciting new visitor attraction on their doorstep after the first phase of Northern Roots opened. And Saddleworth North Councillor and…
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Mayor’s warning as Oldham authority finally sees leadership breakthrough
THE SADDLEWORTH-BASED Mayor of Oldham has slapped down rowing Councillors by telling them: “We are not bigger than the public.” After five attempts to elect a leader…
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‘Toughest’ half marathon returns with gruelling route through Saddleworth
Hundreds of runners will tackle some of Saddleworth’s steepest roads when Oldham’s Halloween Half Marathon returns next month. The gruelling 13.1-mile race takes place on…
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Saddleworth Morris Men to perform at free retro celebration in Oldham
Vintage cars, live entertainment and a taste of traditional Saddleworth culture will be among the attractions when Oldham town centre turns back the clock later…
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New Saddleworth campsite plan sees opposition
SADDLEWORTH may be home to a new temporary campsite after planning authorities were notified. Land close to Brun Clough Reservoir, beside the main A62 route above Diggle, would…
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Oldham Council deadlock means government intervention
A SADDLEWORTH Councillor has branded Oldham representatives’ failure to work together and break the leadership deadlock is “the definition of madness”. Government commissioners are now set to…
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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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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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Saddleworth councillor proposes ‘Concord’ solution for Oldham authority
A SADDLEWORTH councillor is proposing a plan he feels can finally break the deadlock over who will lead Oldham Council. Put simply, every party will. Those serving on…
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Residents win battle over controversial speed bump plans in Moorside
By Ed Barnes – Local Democracy Reporter Plans for speed bumps on an Oldham lane would have been ‘another nail in the coffin’ after a…
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Northern Roots reaches major milestone ahead of September opening
OLDHAM’S flagship Northern Roots project has reached a major milestone with the handover of the site’s new Welcome Building and Forestry Skills Centre ahead of…
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New Oldham Advice Service launched to help residents before problems reach crisis point
A NEW, free advice service has launched across Oldham to help residents tackle money worries, debt, housing and benefits issues before they reach crisis point. …
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Oldham’s historic Old Library wins national regeneration award
A landmark building in Oldham has been recognised on the national stage after winning a prestigious construction award. The restored former Old Library building on…
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Saddleworth Councillor becomes Mayor of Oldham – but limbo remains
A SADDLEWORTH councillor is the new Mayor of Oldham after a move that can at least allow the borough’s authority to operate. Now to appoint a…
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Steps plan for Dobcross home
A SET of stone steps to a Dobcross house will be renovated and rebuilt if planning permission is granted. The flight, part of a listed terrace at…
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Hotel’s shepherd huts to stay after wheel-y good application
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…
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Historic Dobcross mill to be converted to holiday lets and workspace
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,…
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Oldham Council stalemate leaves Borough without Mayor or Leader
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…
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Denshaw hotel plan opposed by Saddleworth Parish Council
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has come out in opposition to the latest planning proposal at a Denshaw hotel. Saddleworth Holdings Ltd, which has been behind several…
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Saddleworth Reform Councillor to fight for ‘fair share’
THE MAN that has turned part of Saddleworth teal says he will do all he can to make sure his area ‘gets its fair share…
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Saddleworth Councillor calls for ‘collaboration’ as Oldham seeks new leader
A SADDLEWORTH Councillor believes the departure of Oldham’s borough leader is the culmination of ‘ignoring residents.’ And Max Woodvine believes the way forward must involve…
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Oldham Council leader to step down, ending 15 years of Labour rule
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter THE leader of Oldham Council, Cllr Arooj Shah, has confirmed she will be stepping down from her post…
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Reform sweeps into Saddleworth as local politics enters uncertain new era
SADDLEWORTH woke up to a dramatically changed political landscape following the local elections, after Reform UK secured major breakthroughs across the parish. The party claimed…
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Local elections 2026: Who you can vote for in Saddleworth South
PEOPLE in Saddleworth get the chance to decide who they want to represent them on Oldham Council as the area goes to the polls on…
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Local elections 2026: Who you can vote for in Saddleworth North
PEOPLE in Saddleworth get the chance to decide who they want to represent them on Oldham Council as the area goes to the polls on…
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Local elections 2026: Who you can vote for in Saddleworth West and Lees
PEOPLE in Saddleworth get the chance to decide who they want to represent them on Oldham Council as the area goes to the polls on…
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Saddleworth councillor told Uppermill Park improvements ARE being done
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has been told a leasing agreement is delivering improvements to Uppermill Park. Max Woodvine questioned whether the deal with Grandpa Greene’s, which…
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Oldham local elections 2026: Full list of candidates standing on May 7
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter Residents will head to the polls on Thursday, May 7, to vote in new representatives for their areas…
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Former Saddleworth railway station set to be demolished after approval given
A FORMER Saddleworth railway station building looks set to be demolished and replaced with a new structure after planning permission was granted. But first Paul…
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‘Huge moment of pride’ as Oldham named Greater Manchester’s Town of Culture
A YEAR-LONG programme of festivals, performances, exhibitions and community-led events will take place across Oldham after the borough was named Greater Manchester’s Town of Culture…
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