THE FORMER site of Saddleworth School appears to have been ruled out as the location of a much-discussed health centre. An architect was commissioned to…
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Tributes flood in after Saddleworth-based businessman’s death
SADDLEWORTH is rallying around after a business owner whose products became nationally known died suddenly. Charles Barlow, who formed Greenfield-based Barmy Flags, passed away ‘peacefully…
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Saddleworth councillor leads call for more action on e-bikes
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has led the call for more police funding to tackle the problem of e-bikes and scooters. And Alicia Marland has gained support…
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Saddleworth councillor escapes severe punishment over recording leak of meeting
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has avoided major punishment after being found to have covertly recorded a meeting involving Oldham’s leader. And opponents believe Mark Kenyon got…
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Oldham set for ‘game changing’ police power regarding domestic abuse
OLDHAM is set to become subject to a ‘game changing’ police power that has helped dozens of domestic violence victims. Currently, the area is one…
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Community stalwart and former Mayor of Oldham Ginny Alexander dies
POPULAR community stalwart and former councillor and Mayor of Oldham Ginny Alexander has passed away. The news was announced by her husband Adrian Alexander in…
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Saddleworth to shine with festive cheer for Illuminations competition
SADDLEWORTH’S homes, shops and businesses will shine brightly with festive cheer as the community’s Christmas Illuminations Competition returns. The popular annual event is run by…
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Saddleworth remembers with services across community
RESIDENTS across Saddleworth turned out in force to pay their respects at numerous services on Remembrance Sunday. There were services and parades across the villages…
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Saddleworth Rangers calls on community to back appeal for Jamaica hurricane victims
KIND-HEARTED Saddleworth Rangers is calling on the community to support their collection of supplies to send to hurricane victims in Jamaica. The rugby club, based…
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Oldham is a calendar star – for its bins!
PART OF everyday Saddleworth life is before immortalised in a new calendar. And there is nothing rubbish about the brough’ bins raking the spotlight. The…
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Dobcross Beer Festival to delight with line-up of ales, food and music
THERE will be beer, music, food, crafts and more beer at a special two-day family-friendly event in Dobcross. Dobcross Beer Festival returns for a second…
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A Fairytale Christmas Awaits at the Alhambra
Ian Cheeseman previews this year’s star-studded pantomime at Bradford’s much-loved Alhambra Theatre and speaks to Snow White herself, Sarah Pearson, about festive fun, long days…
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Saddleworth Councillor leads local opposition to any Post Office cuts
SADDLEWORTH may find itself caught up in apparent plans to close Post Offices. Proposals believed to be under consideration could see up to half of…
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Hunt on to find owner of Saddleworth’s ‘Mystery Machine’
THE HUNT is on to find ‘Scooby, Shaggy and the gang’ after the ‘Mystery Machine’ was slapped with a removal order after it was seemingly…
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Saddleworth ice cream parlour to get makeover
By Charlotte Hall, Local Democracy Reporting Service A DIGGLE ice cream parlour and café will get a makeover after planning permission was granted. The current…
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Uppermill Co-op launches Christmas toy appeal in support of Oldham Athletic
UPPERMILL Co-op has once again teamed up with Oldham Athletic for its annual Christmas toy appeal – now in its third year – and is…
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Oldham charity helping 20,000 families nominated for national accolade
An Oldham charity dedicated to keeping children warm and supporting struggling families has been nominated for a national award recognising outstanding community impact. Community Wardrobe…
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Saddleworth Councillor calls for legal challenge to migrant accommodation contracts
A SADDLEWORTH Councillor is to press for a challenge to contracts over accommodation for asylum seekers. Authorities in Essex’s Epping Forest and Great Yarmouth in…
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Nell Gwynn brings bawdy laughs and big heart to Delph stage
A FUN, funny and joy-filled production is coming to Delph as Millgate Arts Centre presents Nell Gwynn. Featuring a cast of 20, a live band,…
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Oldham set to shine as Christmas lights switch-on returns
OLDHAM town centre will come alive with festive colour and cheer on Saturday, November 15, as the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On Show returns. The main…
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Rugby legends – plus surprise guest – help Mahdlo with Tales from the Locker Room
OLDHAM paid tribute to many of its rugby league greats as Mahdlo Youth Zone echoed to Takes from the Locker Room. Supporters were given the…
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National Theatre Live delivers entertaining ‘The Fifth Step’ to Delph
A CRITICALLY acclaimed and subversively funny new play is coming to the Millgate Arts Centre in Delph thanks to National Theatre Live. ‘The Fifth Step’…
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Oldham Council offers support as cost of living pressures worsen in winter
HELP and advice are available this winter from Oldham Council as the high cost of living continues to affect households across the borough. Support is available for anyone…
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Uppermill FC curries favour with new sponsorship deal
A SADDLEWORTH football club has linked up with one of the area’s culinary institutions in a new sponsorship deal. Uppermill FC will now feature the…
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Blooming great way for Saddleworth’s children to learn through art
SADDLEWORTH’S children have a new arty way to exert their energy after a new playgroup was set up. Blooming Artists Saddleworth is the brainchild of…
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Saddleworth train passengers to get simpler fares structure
TRAIN passengers in Saddleworth will be among the first in the country to benefit from a simpler and more convenient fare scheme. For the area…
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Oldham to honour Remembrance Sunday with services across the Borough
OLDHAM will commemorate Remembrance Sunday on November 9, with a series of services and parades across the borough, paying tribute to those who have served…
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Festive brass concert to launch Christmas in Springhead
Springhead is set to get into the festive spirit with a special evening of live music as Phoenix Brass perform at Springhead Community Centre on…
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Saddleworth mourns the loss of beloved cancer advocate Jo Taylor
A much-loved breast cancer campaigner and advocate from Diggle, known for her courage and determination, has died. Jo Taylor was first diagnosed with breast cancer…
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Outcry over Denshaw hotel HMO plan
By Charlotte Hall, Local Democracy Reporting Service PLANS to convert part of a Denshaw hotel into a house in multiple occupation (HMO) have been met…
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Money for Diggle Clock Tower set to be withdrawn by Oldham Council
A SADDLEWORTH landmark faces having the £1 million it had allocated to restore it taken away and the money used for another scheme. Money was…
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Celebration Concert to mark milestone 175 years of Delph Band
PLAYERS past, present and future will take to the stage for a special Celebration Concert as Delph Band marks 175 years. All are welcome to…
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Saddleworth Councillor senses success in civic building Christian light bid
A SADDLEWORTH Councillor believes he is set to succeed in his bid to get an Oldham civic building lit up for Christian festivals. Max Woodvine…
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New Diggle development captured on camera
DIGGLE’S latest addition has been caught on camera from the air. Standing next to Saddleworth School, off Huddersfield Road, Broadstone Manor is taking shape, with…
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