A SADDLEWORTH Parish Councillor has criticised United Utilities for allowing commercial game shooting to take place on open moorland near Dove Stone Reservoir. The sound…
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Off the rails: Saddleworth Parish Council details opposition to Transpennine scheme
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council believes work on a multi-billion pound rail project must not begin in the area as it stands. A public inquiry has been…
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Job Vacancy – Saddleworth Parish Council Caretaker
Iconic Saddleworth events to be pushed for national recognition
TWO STAPLES of the Saddleworth calendar are to be put forward for national recognition. For the Whit Friday Band Contest and Rushcart Festival are to…
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Moorgate Halt closure plan slammed by Saddleworth campaign group
CAMPAIGNERS hoping to save a Saddleworth level crossing have hit out at bosses of a multi-billion pound rail project for ‘ignoring everyone’s advice.’ Moorgate Halt…
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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 Parish Council to hold meeting in Lydgate
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council is heading to Lydgate for its October meeting in a bid to make local government more open and accessible to residents. The…
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Saddleworth gardens are blooming marvellous!
SADDLEWORTH’S most colourful and creative gardens have been celebrated in style as residents and community groups came together for the annual Saddleworth in Bloom competition.…
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Flower power to flourish for Saddleworth in Bloom competition
GREEN-FINGERED gardeners across the community are invited to show off their best flower power for this year’s Saddleworth in Bloom competition. The annual competition, run…
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Saddleworth Parish Council chair outlines relevance and visibility aims
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council’s new chair has promised to try and make it more relevant and visible. Cllr Helen Bishop has taken on the chains from…
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Generous fundraising year sees £7,000 boost for Saddleworth community groups
A REMARKABLE year of fundraising led by the outgoing Chair of Saddleworth Parish Council has culminated in nearly £7,000 being distributed among local charities, clubs…
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VE Day: Fly the flag high as Saddleworth celebrates 80th anniversary
FLAGS flew high and the sound of ‘We’ll Meet Again’ filled the air as the community celebrated the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Homes, pubs,…
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Health Secretary boosts bid for Saddleworth health centre
SADDLEWORTH’S attempt to secure a much-needed new medical centre have been boosted by Health Secretary Wes Streeting. The authority wrote to the Department for Health…
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Saddleworth Parish Council contacts banks in bid to attract branches to area
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has taken the step of approaching banks directly in a bid to return services to the area. The area’s last branch, NatWest…
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Saddleworth green spaces to receive extra protection in neighbourhood plan
ADDED protection is set to be given to four green spaces in Saddleworth as part of its neighbourhood plan. Consultation with members of the public…
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Saddleworth Parish Council told to spread meetings across the area
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has been told it should take its meetings around the area as it seeks to boost public engagement. The authority is looking…
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Saddleworth Parish Councillors call for its reform
SADDLEWORTH Parish Councillors have called for the authority to become more fit for purpose. A task and finish group has been set up to examine…
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Tuck into Afternoon Tea to raise charity funds
A MOUTH-WATERING Afternoon Tea awaits at The Roebuck Inn as Saddleworth Parish Council raises funds for community groups and causes. The event will be held…
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Liberal Democrats keep tight grip on Saddleworth Parish Council with by-election victory
THE Liberal Democrats reaffirmed their dominance in Saddleworth by securing a decisive win in the latest Parish Council by-election. Residents took to the polls on…
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Saddleworth Parish Council by-election has three candidates
THREE candidates will battle it out to be Saddleworth Parish Council’s next member at a January by-election. The resignation of Mavis Bingley at the age…
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Election in Greenfield after veteran councillor steps down
AN election will be held to find a new Saddleworth Parish Councillor for Greenfield after Mavis Bingley stood down due ill health. Veteran councillor Mrs…
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Saddleworth Banking Hub hopes moved forward
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has moved forward with hopes it can attract a Banking Hub to the area – and had parliamentary support. Branches of high…
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Saddleworth events contribute to installation of vital bleed kit
SADDLEWORTH has benefitted from two of its main events with the installation of a new ‘bleed kit.’ Following the success of Wellifest and Saddleworth Show,…
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Shop for a cause at the Saddleworth Parish Council Fundraising Autumn Market
GET shopping for a good cause at a fundraising Autumn Market on Sunday, October 20. There will be a variety of stalls along with refreshments…
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Buffet Lunch boost for charities
TUCK into a tasty meal as well as raising funds for good causes at a Buffet Lunch on Thursday, September 26 at Saddleworth Civic Hall.…
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Council leader calls for Saddleworth ban on disposable barbecue sales
OLDHAM Council leader Arooj Shah has demanded the Co-Op bans the sale of disposable barbecues from its Saddleworth stores. The devices have been blamed for…
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Saddleworth shows off its Yorkshire pride
Images by GGC Media SADDLEWORTH once again turned out in force to mark Yorkshire Day – and try telling those involved it is irrelevant. 50…
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Assurance given over status of Saddleworth moorland protection
COUNCILLORS have been told protection is in place for the landscape around Saddleworth – after hitting out at shops selling disposable barbecues. Several moorland fires…
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Opponents of Saddleworth level crossing closure win latest battle
CAMPAIGNERS have won a key battle in their fight to stop the ‘unfair’ closure of a Saddleworth level crossing. But the future of Moorgate Halt…
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Successful Strawberry Tea hosted by Saddleworth Parish Council
THE annual Strawberry Tea, favourite in the calendar, was a resounding success. Hosted by Saddleworth Parish Council at Uppermill Civic Hall on July 16, chair…
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Parish Council pushes for much-needed banking hub for Saddleworth
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council is looking to solve the area’s banking shortage by attracting a new hub. Closures of branches and the withdrawal of cash machines…
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JOB VACANCY – Caretaker, Saddleworth Parish Council
Position: Caretaker 20 hours per week Location: Saddleworth Civic Hall Saddleworth Parish Council is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and reliable part time Caretaker to…
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New village for Saddleworth proposed in local plan
A NEW village would be created in Saddleworth if a local plan put out for consultation is approved. More train stations in the area would…
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Lees houses approval sparks angry reaction
PLANS to build three houses next to a listed Lees pub have been approved, despite local opposition. Saddleworth Parish Council came out against Punch Partnership’s…
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