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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Saddleworth council tax bill to top £1,500 for all properties
PEOPLE in any Saddleworth property face paying more than £1,500 in council tax over the next year as an almost five per cent rise is…
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Saddleworth Illuminations competition winners revealed
THERE was a festive twinkle all around Saddleworth in the run-up to Christmas – with a competitive edge too. Every year, the parish council runs…
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Job Vacancy: Site Manager, Saddleworth Parish Council
Position: Site/Assets Manager Location: Saddleworth Civic Hall Saddleworth Parish Council is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well organised Site/Assets Manager to work as part…
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Austerlands bus shelter restored after demolition mystery
A HISTORIC Saddleworth bus shelter that was destroyed in mysterious circumstances has been repaired. People living in Austerlands were horrified at seeing the structure on…
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Saddleworth remembers as youngsters get involved
SADDLEWORTH remembered its fallen as the area’s iconic Pots and Pans war memorial again saw moving scenes. And in its centenary year, the obelisk on…
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Liberal Democrats tighten grip on Saddleworth Parish Council with by-election victory
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council now has more of an amber tinge following Lynne Thompson’s by-election victory. In what was described as a ‘great result,’ the Liberal…
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Saddleworth Gears Up for a Dazzling Display: Annual Christmas Illuminations Competition
HOMES and businesses across the community will shine bright for the annual Saddleworth Christmas Illuminations competition. The competition, run by Saddleworth Parish Council, sees judges…
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Parish Council objects to Springhead broadband pole
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has joined concerned residents in voicing its objection to a proposal to install a new 15-metre communications pole in Springhead. IX Wireless…
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Uppermill Civic Hall to host Charity Autumn Fair
THERE will be gifts, crafts, a tombola, café and much more at an Autumn Fair on Sunday, October 29 at Uppermill Civic Hall. The event,…
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Saddleworth Parish Council by-election candidates state their aims
THREE candidates standing in a by-election for Saddleworth Parish Council have stated their cases after being selected. Voters in the Diggle and Dobcross ward will…
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Reasons for Saddleworth Parish Council by-election detailed
THE REASONS behind the resignation that has sparked a Saddleworth Parish Council by-election have been explained. Put simply, it was felt by Graham Talboys-Smith the…
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Saddleworth to vote again in parish council by-election
SADDLEWORTH is set to go back to the polls following the resignation of one of its parish councillors. Graham Talboys-Smith has stepped down from his…
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Parish council steps up campaign to clean up Saddleworth streams
THE parish council has stepped up its campaign to get United Utilities to pick up the bill for cleaning up Saddleworth’s streams. A motion condemning…
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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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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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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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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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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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Field of dreams in Scouthead as new signpost unveiled
A COVETED area of Scouthead has a new look after a signpost was unveiled. Mayor of Austerlands Stuart Cook and Councillor Kevin Dawson, recently elected…
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Lib Dems dominate Parish Council
THE LIBERAL Democrats were the undeniable winners of this year’s Saddleworth Parish Council election as they now have 13 representatives. And after Max Woodvine lost…
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Majority of Saddleworth Parish Councillors returned not elected
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council’s make-up will be decided at the polls – or rather the majority of Saddleworth Parish Council’s make-up will NOT be decided at…
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Saddleworth Carers sing in Christmas
SADDLEWORTH’S Carers Group showed off its kindness – and talent – as service users gathered with volunteers for a Christmas party. Uppermill Cricket and Bowling…
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Festive cheer to illuminate Saddleworth for annual Christmas Lights Competition
HOMES and businesses across the community will shine bright for the annual Saddleworth Christmas Illuminations competition. The competition, run by Saddleworth Parish Council, sees judges…
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Hundreds gather at Pots and pans for Remembrance Day service
LOCALS hiked to the Pots and Pans war memorial to pay their respects on Remembrance Sunday. Saddleworth fell silent as services and ceremonies took place…
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Saddleworth remembers with service in Uppermill
THE COMMUNITY has gathered for a poignant service in Uppermill which was the first of many across Saddleworth to mark Remembrance Day. The evening service…
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Civic service for Saddleworth Parish Council chair Pam
CIVIC dignitaries and other guests attended St Chad’s Church, Uppermill for the annual Civic Service conducted for Saddleworth Parish Council chair, Councillor Pam Byrne. Those…
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