By John Kirkbride The old days DID you know that Uppermill viaduct has 23 semi-circular arches with rusticated voussoirs and is supported on a rectangular…
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Prizes for pubs
A HISTORIC Springhead pub is the best boozer in Saddleworth – and that’s official. Landlord and landlady Mick Wilkin and Stacey Lightfoot are toasting their…
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Bill of fare! Diggle Hotel to benefit from Bucks’ fizz
THERE’S a new landlord at the Diggle Hotel but Bill Buckley needs little introduction to many members of the Saddleworth community. Bill, 62, from Delph,…
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Greenfield pub successful in licence modification application
A GREENFIELD pub has successfully obtained a variation of its premises licence despite local complaints on the grounds of public nuisance. An initial objection too…
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Oldham Council opens new business grant for travel agents, events, leisure and night-time economy sector
OLDHAM Council has launched a new business grant to support certain businesses being impacted by the ongoing restrictions for international travel, leisure, events and the…
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Beerwalkers raise a pint, or two, as they step out for charity
BEERWALKERS raised a pint, or two, as they stepped out for charity during the 10th Unofficial Saddleworth Beer Walk. The event was organised by brother…
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First orders! Saddleworth pubs and non-essential shops are back open for business
PUBS, hairdressers, beauty salons and other non-essential shops in Saddleworth were in the mood to raise a glass as they served customers once again. After…
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Landlady Sharon delighted as Dobcross pub finally re-opens
WHEN Sharon Musgrove became a pub landlady for the first time during the coronavirus pandemic, she knew there would be challenges ahead. She didn’t, however,…
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Simply (one of) the best! Saddleworth recognised as one of NW’s top places to live
SADDLEWORTH has been named one of the best places to live in the North West of England The parish’s collection of cosmopolitan villages has seen…
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Uppermill pub closed for continually flouting COVID-19 rules
An UPPERMILL pub has been closed by Oldham Council for continually breaching Coronavirus restrictions. The Granby Arms will stay shut until at least September 4.…
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Dobcross welcome for new Swan tenant
GOOD luck to Joanne Caffrey after helping re-open the historic Swan pub in Dobcross. The famous 18th century hostelry, known locally as the Top House,…
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Beer walkers step out across Saddleworth to keep tradition alive
THEY came in all shapes and sizes wearing costumes and make-up from the hilarious to the bizarre… But all the fun-loving entrants had just one…
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Saddleworth shining bright for Parish Council’s Christmas Illuminations competition
SADDLEWORTH was shining bright with festive cheer as homes and businesses dressed up their exteriors for the Parish Council’s annual Christmas Illuminations competition. Residents and…
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ZeroZone extends to Lees to crackdown on drugs and anti-social behaviour
A POLICE crackdown campaign against drugs and anti-social behaviour is extending to Lees after a successful first year in Uppermill. ‘Zero Zone’ was launched last…
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Community calls for end to taxi troubles on Uppermill High Street
A COMMUNITY leader is calling a mini summit over growing traffic chaos caused by illegal parking in Uppermill. Frustrated travellers and locals have taken to…
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Zero Zone relaunched to keep the community safe
A SUCCESSFUL crackdown campaign against drugs and anti-social behaviour has been relaunched by police as they aim to keep Saddleworth streets safe. ‘Zero Zone’ was…
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Operation Sandstorm is coming to Uppermill to crack down on drugs and anti-social behaviour
A SADDLEWORTH village which has become a magnet for night time revellers is to be the focus of a major anti-drugs and anti-social behaviour initiative.…
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Fundraising siblings keep Saddleworth Beerwalk alive with fourth unofficial event
A COMMITTED fundraising brother and sister will be keeping Saddleworth’s legendary Beerwalk alive with their unofficial event on Saturday, May 30. Headed by Justin Brown…
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