A FUNDRAISING cycle challenge around the borough raised £1085 for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal. The RBL Lees and District Branch decided to tackle…
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Tag: Remembrance Day
Lest We Forget: Services across Saddleworth mark Remembrance Sunday
SADDLEWORTH fell silent on Remembrance Sunday as services and ceremonies took place across the villages in honour of the fallen. Residents of all ages, members…
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White poppy wreath laid at Saddleworth’s peace pole in remembrance and commitment to peace
A WHITE poppy wreath was laid at the foot of Saddleworth’s peace pole in tribute to all the victims of war and as a commitment…
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Saddleworth remembers with service in Uppermill
THE community gathered for a poignant service in Uppermill which was the first of many across Saddleworth to mark Remembrance Day. The evening service on…
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Knowsley remembers: school raises £354.21 for RBL
A POIGNANT display was created by pupils and staff at Knowsley Junior School as part of their Remembrance Day activities, raising £354.21 for the Royal…
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Saddleworth WI tackle 11/11 challenge to raise RBL funds
SADDLEWORTH WI rose to the challenge to help the Royal British Legion after their fundraising was hampered by Covid-19 restrictions. Numerous members took part in…
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Rachel’s remembrance rocks help raise funds for Royal British Legion
CAREFULLY hand-painted rocks are decorating the walls around Greenfield Methodist Church to mark Remembrance Day and raise funds for the Royal British Legion. The rocks…
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Lees remembers: Poppies, flags and silhouettes fill village for Remembrance Day
LSG Business Hub worked hard to adorn Lees with poppies, flags and silhouettes of soldiers for Remembrance Day. The poignant silhouettes were made by Simon Mound…
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White poppy event promotes peace and remembrance
PEACE, tolerance and respect were highlighted at a white poppy remembrance event in Uppermill. Around 30 people gathered for the occasion, organised by Saddleworth Peace…
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Saddleworth remembers: events and services to mark Armistice Day
A SERIES of events and activities are taking place across Saddleworth and Oldham to mark Remembrance Sunday in a special year commemorating 100 years since…
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