OLDHAM communities can join in the fight against climate change through its first Green Week Festival at Oldham Library. The festival runs on Saturday, September…
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Community toilets scheme returns
PUBLIC loos are now in use once more across Saddleworth’s villages after the Covid-19 pandemic thanks to the Parish Council’s community toilet scheme. In 2020…
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In loving memory: Arthur Hinchliffe
In loving memory: Arthur Hinchliffe Arthur died on September 3, 2021 peacefully in hospital, aged 89 years. He was the loving husband of Mary, and…
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Saddleworth Gin on sale at Toast! in memory of maker Brian
A UNIQUE Saddleworth Gin is on sale once more in memory of the connoisseur who helped to create and launch it. Brian Hockenhull used to…
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New road to be named after Oldham’s pioneering female doctor Olive Claydon
A NEW road at the heart of a key regeneration project in Oldham will be named Olive Claydon Way in honour of the borough’s first female…
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Arts Centre put measures in place to protect against virus
MILLGATE Arts Centre and Saddleworth Players take the well-being of its audiences, cast and crew very seriously. Once re-opened the aim is to stay open.…
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Join Walk For Maggie’s this September to help people living with cancer
CANCER charity Maggie’s is inviting the public to join them to see Oldham in a whole new light while raising vital funds to help people…
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Rushcart banners bring colour to church
THIS colourful photo of Rushcart banners was sent in by Ray Little, capturing the display at St Chads Church above Uppermill. This year’s Rushcart festival…
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Saddleworth Morris Men pull on clogs despite Rushcart cancellation
THERE was no Rushcart event this year – but that didn’t stop Saddleworth Morris Men pulling on their clogs to entertain the community. Earlier in…
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Groups highlight need for climate action during Great Big Green Week
THE need for urgent action on climate and nature will be highlighted in Saddleworth with a variety of events during the Great Big Green Week…
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