THREE new life-saving defibrillators have been installed in Saddleworth and Oldham thanks to the work and donations of local organisations and councillors. Great Places, Wates…
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Halal Food Festival to serve up mouth-watering weekend
A MOUTH-WATERING array of exhibitors and street food vendors will serve up a treat at The Halal Food Festival. The event takes place at Manchester’s…
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Student of the Year Awards recognise ‘ability and determination’ of young people
STUDENT of the Year awards recognised the ‘ability and determination’ of pupils across Saddleworth and Oldham. The annual awards, presented by the Rotary Club of…
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Operation takes unroadworthy taxis off the road
A CABBIE was arrested in Oldham for drug driving during a recent enforcement operation aimed at making sure taxis and drivers operating are safe. Licensing…
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Greenfield ‘eyesore’ could be brought back to life
A DISUSED Greenfield house described as an ‘eyesore’ would be brought back to life if planning permission is granted. Hollyville Lodge, on Holmfirth Road, has…
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Familiar Uppermill store makes the move to new premises
A FAMILIAR name on Uppermill’s High Street certainly cannot be accused of not being loyal after moving into it fifth site in the village. Mother…
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Job Vacancy: PR and Communications Officer
PR and Communications Officer Physio Matters Neurological Ltd, Oldham From £28,000 a year – Part-time, Permanent PR & Communications Officer Apply here: https://uk.indeed.com/job/pr-and-communications-officer-105f95f8ce2ed50f Leading North West neurological…
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Tributes paid after death of ‘catalyst and pioneer’ Richard Darlington
TRIBUTES have been paid to a former Saddleworth parish councillor who helped found Mossley’s Emmaus charity, Richard Darlington. Described as a ‘catalyst and pioneer’ as…
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The car’s the star as thousands raised for charity
A CLASSIC car that was sitting in a barn has been renovated and raised thousands of pounds for charity. Specialists at Delete-A-Dent in Oldham have…
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The Plant Centre blooms in new premises
LIKE all good plants, a Lees business has bloomed, blossomed and grown to new premises. The Plant Centre now hopes to go to the next…
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Councillors’ long service to Saddleworth recognised
DECADES of service to the people of Saddleworth have been recognised as retiring parish councillors received long service awards. John Hudson’s 46 years of dedication…
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History-making Megan targets more for Saddleworth Parish Council
“I’VE BEEN through far too much, I think, at times. A friend was commented my life is like a Shakesperean tragedy – it’s always just…
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Saddleworth Community Hydro hailed as example to country
A SCHEME that literally gives Saddleworth power has been told it is an example the rest of the county can copy. The project, which is…
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Diggle housing scheme gets go ahead despite opposition
A SCHEME that would see 70 new properties built on land close to Saddleworth School in Diggle has been approved – despite opposition from area…
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Saddleworth youngsters receive England rugby league call
TWO of Saddleworth Rangers’ most promising rugby league products have received international recognition with England call-ups. Jack Sinfield and Nolan Tupaea have made the nation’s…
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All’s well that ends Wellifest
WELLFEST has scorched its way to a record-breaking year as charities across the area are set to benefit. Red hot was an apt way to…
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No ducking Saddleworth Show’s success
SADDLEWORTH show made it a weekend of double delight at Greenfield’s Well-i-hole Farm as crowds were treated to a day of varied fun. And a…
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Outgoing Parish Council chair benefits local groups
Images by GGC Media SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has benefitted causes doing good in the area by making donations from its chairman’s charity. The rising cost…
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Summer celebration for Oldham’s best and brightest young stars
CHILDREN in care and care leavers from across Oldham were given special recognition at a special awards ceremony in Oldham. The day of awards and…
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New season means new aims as Millgate turns 50
HOPES are high Delph’s Millgate Arts Centre can break more records with the 2023/24 season that has just been announced. Volunteers at the venue were…
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New headteacher ‘very excited’ about joining Bright Futures School
THE headteacher set to take over at Bright Futures School in Greenfield says she is “very excited” about her new role. Louise Whalley, who is…
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Dedicated fundraiser hands over reins of Dovestone Women’s Institute
A COMMUNITY stalwart has handed over the baton as President of Dovestone Women’s Institute after four years in the role. Jessica Moreland has been replaced…
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Innovative knife crime programme coming to Mahdlo
CARRYING a knife and the implications and consequences that can result from it are being explored at an innovative virtual reality session for teenagers and…
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Saddleworth set to bloom in annual Parish Council competition
GREEN-FINGERED residents are invited to participate in the annual Saddleworth in Bloom event. Hosted by the area’s Parish Council, the competition aims to showcase its…
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Charity shares funds for local and international good causes
A HOMELESSNESS charity has shared £7,939 with local and international good causes as an act of solidarity. On Saturday, June 24, Emmaus Mossley, based at…
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Children join Council Leader for opening of Hilton Square
SCHOOLCHILDREN joined Oldham Play Action Group and Oldham Council Leader, Arooj Shah, yesterday to take part in a morning of eco-friendly themed activities to mark…
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Birthday celebrations for Saddleworth RDA
THERE was a day of celebrations for Saddleworth Riding for the Disabled Association as they marked five years of delivering sessions to local children and…
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Successful car boot sale raises funds for Saddleworth School
SHOPPERS gathered and handed over welcome funds as a car boot sale drove into Saddleworth. Organised by Friends of Saddleworth School, the event witnessed an…
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Kind-hearted young footballer shows sportsmanship after cup double delight
A TALENTED young footballer might have won two league cups in two days but he still had time for a caring act of humbleness and…
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Pennine Mencap Celebrates Learning Disability Week 2023 with Rhodes Bank Choir Performance at the Saddleworth Show
PENNINE Mencap will mark Learning Disability Week with a special performance at the forthcoming Saddleworth Show. Saddleworth Show is a highlight in the calendar locally…
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Fantastic French tour for Saddleworth Rangers U15s
RUGBY games, training on the beach and sea kayaking were just some of the things enjoyed by Saddleworth Rangers U15s on their trip to the…
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Kevin takes the reins as new chair of Parish Council
COUNCILLOR Kevin Dawson has taken on the chains of office as Saddleworth Parish Council’s chairman. He was voted into the role at the Parish Council’s…
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Lydgate development plans come back – in smaller form
SCALED-BACK plans to build on an area of land in Lydgate that has seen many battles to stop it being built on have been lodged.…
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Vehicle pulled from Dovestone Reservoir in large emergency services effort
Images by GGC Media LTD DOVESTONE Reservoir saw dramatic scenes as several emergency crews helped pull a car from the water. A specialist unit from…
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