TRIBUTES have been paid to former Oldham teacher and accomplished sportsman John Grant who has died suddenly aged 66. John, who had returned to live…
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Hop along for Easter display
THE Easter bunny has already found a home in Dobcross thanks to a trio of community spirited ladies. And the seasonal scene outside Holy Trinity…
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Police warning to objectors as tree cutting starts in Diggle
WORK has started felling around mature trees in Diggle as further preparation for the new Saddleworth School. But the job-approved by Oldham Council planners last…
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Waves of support for Saddleworth Lido project
THE community has rallied in waves behind a project to open a Saddleworth Lido. The idea was launched in January by outdoor swimming enthusiasts Katy…
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“The end is in sight”- Britain’s road out of lockdown announced
BRITAIN’S way out of lockdown has been spelled out by Prime Minister Boris Johnson. And non-essential businesses, including hairdressers and beauty salons, should reopen on…
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Picture this: When Uppermill boasted its own cinema
THE lure of Uppermill hasn’t proved much less popular during the most recent lockdown restrictions with the High Street a constant throng of people –…
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Sinfield to take to the roads for the Ricky Casey Trust
GRASSCROFT’S Kevin Sinfield is next month tackling another marathon charity challenge. The former Leeds Rhinos rugby league legend has promised to run 51 miles to…
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Lydgate ‘suffragette’ field earmarked for home development
A FIELD in Lydgate, thought to be the birthplace of the suffragette movement, could become part of the site for a three storey, five-bedroomed house.…
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Leading employment lawyer on hand to help advise businesses
NORTH Ainley, one of Oldham’s long-established independent law firms, welcomes top Employment Law Consultant Peter Norbury to help advise local businesses. Peter has specialised in…
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Customs made – tax expert Iain honoured with New Year accolade
“Overwhelmed” is Saddleworth civil servant Iain McNeill’s self-assessment of his recognition in the New Year Honours List. Iain from Greenfield, a deputy director of Her…
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