AN UPPERMILL restaurant badly damaged by fire has begun the long road to recovery as work gets under way to make the building safe and…
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Village Fete success results in charity donations
A SADDLEWORTH community group has helped others in the area with vital donations. The success of this year’s village fete has given people in Scouthead…
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Five staff qualify as Oldham specialist school grows its own teaching team
Five members of staff at an Oldham specialist school have qualified or started professional training this year as the school encourages apprenticeships as an alternative…
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Pioneering cancer programme comes to Maggie’s Oldham
PEOPLE in Oldham who have been diagnosed with cancer now have local access to a pioneering programme. Getting Started provides clear, practical information and support…
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Greenfield cyclist raises £14,600 in memory of grandson Finley
A GREENFIELD grandfather has completed an almost 1,000-mile cycle ride from Land’s End to John O’Groats, raising an incredible £14,600 in memory of his grandson…
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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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Delph toilet block to be demolished and replaced
A FORMER toilet block is set to be demolished and replaced with a building that will be used as a private garage and a study/workshop.…
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More than 1,500 back campaign to save food bar popular with Pennine walkers
MORE than 1,500 people have backed a campaign to save a roadside food bar used by walkers exploring the Pennines close to Saddleworth. Nicky’s Food…
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Housing Units launches campaign celebrating what makes a house a home
ONE of Oldham’s best-known retailers is celebrating the memories, relationships and everyday moments that turn a house into a home as it approaches eight decades…
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Oldham businesses in running to be named UK’s favourite
OLDHAM businesses are being put in the national spotlight as people are invited to nominate their favourite local traders in a UK-wide competition. The UK’s…
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Oldham teacher wins national award for pioneering use of AI in classroom
A HULME Grammar School teacher has been recognised for helping pupils and colleagues make better use of artificial intelligence in education. Hulme Grammar School’s Head…
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Maggie’s calls for walkers to help people with cancer in Oldham and Rochdale
LOCALS are invited to enjoy a day of walking, entertainment, local history, food, culture and community spirit to raise funds for Maggie’s Oldham. The centre,…
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Lees pub to close for months as urgent roof repairs carried out
A popular Lees pub is set to temporarily close its doors for several months after problems with its roof became a “safety concern.” The Grapes…
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Oldham specialist school invests £100,000 in expansion
AN OLDHAM specialist school has invested £100,000 in expanding its facilities, creating new classrooms, an ICT suite, calm rooms, a library and a new kitchen. …
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Brave fundraisers invited to fire walk for mental health charity
PEOPLE living in Oldham are being challenged to step outside their comfort zone and walk across hot coals to raise money for mental health, learning…
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Oldham theatre fans urged to help others see Macbeth for free
A £15 donation could help someone who has never been able to afford a theatre ticket experience Shakespeare in Oldham this autumn. That is the…
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Saddleworth School to welcome families for open evening
Families considering secondary school options will have the chance to explore Saddleworth School and find out more about life at the school during an open…
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Tractor run to support Dr Kershaw’s in memory of popular locals
A TRAIL of tractors of all models, sizes and colours will wind its way through Saddleworth to raise money for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice. The tractor…
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Little French Cinema to thrill with dramas
TWO dramas will keep audiences on the edge of their seats as the Little French Cinema season draws to a close. On Thursday, October 1…
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Fire crews at scene of incident on Uppermill High Street
Firefighters are currently dealing with an incident at Hei Hei Eaterie on High Street in Uppermill. Crews from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service are…
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Cavallo Coffee Box celebrates five years of treats and fundraising
FIVE years of coffee, cakes, treats and raising thousands of pounds for charities have been celebrated at Cavallo Coffee Box. The trailer, on Millcroft Lane…
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Oldham voices of recovery to lead new Northern Roots audio trail
A NEW audio trail featuring the voices of people in recovery from substance use is set to offer a different perspective on Oldham’s people, places…
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Rugby league figures to come together for Mahdlo Youth Zone fundraising dinner
RUGBY league figures will come together on Friday 9 October for Mahdlo Youth Zone’s Rugby Dinner, with proceeds supporting the charity’s work with young people…
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Oldham community hub in the running for share of £30,000 national fund
A community hub supporting neurodiverse adults and people with learning disabilities in Oldham has been shortlisted for a national fund which could provide it with…
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Saddleworth residents fear return of parking ‘nightmare’ as Dove Stone reopens
By Ed Barnes – Local Democracy Reporter People living close to Dove Stone Reservoir fear a ‘horrendous’ parking and traffic ‘nightmare’ could return now the…
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Oldham Netball Club works Fast for new title
OLDHAM Netball Club has struck ir rich by becoming the inaugural winners of an innovative new tournament. Competing under the name Team Suns, the group…
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Hulme Grammar Sixth Form highlights leadership and career opportunities
Students considering their next steps after GCSEs are being invited to explore the opportunities available at Hulme Grammar Sixth Form. The school is promoting its…
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Hulme Grammar Prep invites families to discover school life
Families considering their child’s first steps in education are being invited to find out more about Hulme Grammar Prep and the support it offers young…
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Oldham secures funding to empower the next generation of creative talent
YOUNG people in Oldham are set to benefit from a new programme designed to open up careers in the creative sector and give the next…
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Levers chips in with new Oldham town centre shop after 30 years at Tommyfield
ONE OF Oldham’s best-known chippies is preparing to begin a new chapter after three decades serving customers from Tommyfield Market. Levers held a soft opening…
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Meet the artists bringing Oldham’s Town of Culture to life
A GREENFIELD-BASED arts group is among those selected to bring their creative ideas to life as Oldham celebrates its year as Greater Manchester Town of…
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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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TV stars to lead Oldham Coliseum’s radical new production of Macbeth
TWO acclaimed North West actors will take centre stage in a bold new production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth coming to Oldham this autumn. Andrew Sheridan, known…
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Crompton House pupils celebrate strong GCSE results in school’s centenary year
STUDENTS at Crompton House are celebrating a strong set of GCSE results as the Shaw school marks its 100th anniversary. The school, based on Rochdale…
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