A SADDLEWORTH solicitors is celebrating 10 years of excellence. But if you think O’Donnell is slowing down, think again. Its aim of providing benefits on…
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War Memorial initiative welcomed in Austerlands
THE AUSTERLANDS community has welcomed the solution to a ‘longstanding problem’ at their Great War Memorial. The Mayor of Austerlands Paul Sykes has designed and…
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New documentary charts Frank Rothwell’s record-breaking Atlantic rows
FLAT cap. Small boat. Big flippin’ ocean. That’s the verdict of a new documentary charting the daring exploits of a Greenfield businessman rowing solo across…
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New generator to give Saddleworth community groups more power
SADDLEWORTH’S community groups can now power up after the purchase of a new generator. Mayor of Austerlands, Paul Sykes, decided the equipment was needed for…
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Oldham’s new market set for spectacular opening
OLDHAM’S new market – which is described as ‘a bold new chapter for traders, residents and the future of the town itself’ – is to…
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New landlady set to take over much loved Saddleworth pub
A well-known Saddleworth pub is preparing for a fresh chapter as a new landlady steps in to take the helm. The Three Crowns, in Scouthead,…
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Delph’s That Wine Cellar to close its doors because of cost increases
A MUCH-LOVED Delph business has announced it is closing its premises because of price rises blighting the hospitality industry. That Wine Cellar has become a…
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A mesmerising Macbeth at the Bolton Octagon
Superb performances and intimate staging make Shakespeare’s tragedy feel thrillingly alive. Ian Cheeseman reviews How lucky am I? I got to experience an acting masterclass…
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Swing into Spring with Oldham Choral Society
SWING into Spring with a lively concert from Oldham Choral Society. The group, with musical director Dr David Cane, invites you to their springtime event…
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Pull on thinking cap for Millgate’s Murder Mystery Night
GET your thinking cap on for an evening of murder and intrigue at the Millgate Arts Centre in Delph. If you fancy yourself as a…
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Grandson charged with grandfather’s murder following Springhead incident
THE GRANDSON of a man who died following reports of a serious assault in Springhead has been charged with his murder. Kenneh Turner, 82, passed…
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Hypothermic walker rescued after late-night search near Dovestones
A MAJOR late-night search operation was launched in Saddleworth after two people were reported missing in the Dovestones area. Volunteers from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team…
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Between Earth and Voice secure £1,952 at Mossley SOUP
A TEAM of young local creatives has secured nearly £2,000 of community backing after winning the first Mossley SOUP event of 2026. Between Earth and…
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Saddleworth dance school hosts community workshop
DANCERS from across the North West descended on Uppermill to take part in a class with a difference. Saddleworth School of Dance created a vibrant…
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Oldham’s future netball talent given masterclass by homegrown legend
A HOMEGROWN legend has given the next generation of Oldham’s netball talent a glimpse of what it takes to get to the top. England Roses’…
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Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after alleged Springhead assault
A MAN has been arrested on suspicious of attempted murder after an alleged incident in Springhead. Officers from the Greater Manchester force were called to…
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Saddleworth motor racing ace Chases next step after scholarship win
A SADDLEWORTH speed demon is loving the thrill of the Chase after taking the next step of his career by winning a prestigious scholarship. Chase…
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Young actors bring award-winning explosive play to Millgate Arts Centre
A GROUP of talented budding actors are bringing an explosive play to Delph that explores the pressures on young people today in the wake of…
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Parish Council fumes at Saddleworth Neighbourhood Plan delay
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council has criticised the decision to delay the adoption of the area’s Neighbourhood Plan until next year. But the Oldham borough authority is…
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Oldham charity offers house as competition prize
AN OLDHAM charity is offering people the chance to win a house by simply buying a £2 ticket and answering a question. POINT, which supports…
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Discover Studio + Store: Delph’s new monthly vintage Open Day
Vintage lovers and design enthusiasts are invited inside Studio + Store as it launches a new monthly Open Day in Delph. The stylish destination for…
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St Edward’s RC Primary School scoops pioneering mental health award
St Edward’s RC Primary School in Lees has achieved the School Mental Health Award which is delivered by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental…
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Reconnect with your creativity with yoga writing course
TWO creative companies in Saddleworth are coming together to offer a unique experience – a Yoga With Creative Writing course. First Ten Pages Writing School…
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Saddleworth volunteers to be celebrated with new award
PEOPLE from Saddleworth who go above and beyond the call of duty can now be nominated for a civic award. For the area’s Parish Council…
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Young creatives bag funds at Mossley SOUP
The first Mossley SOUP event of 2026 provided a cash boost of £1,952 to a team of young creatives, thanks to community support. On Thursday…
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People in Denshaw raise fears after weeks without mobile phone signal
PEOPLE in Denshaw say they fear for the worst after being left without a mobile phone signal for weeks. Those living in Saddleworth’s most isolated…
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A Warm Welcome Awaits at Bluebells Day Care Centre
Advertisement feature Tucked away in the heart of Oldham, Age UK Oldham’s Bluebells Day Care Centre in Moorside is a place full of smiles, friendship…
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Ian Cheeseman reviews Operation Mincemeat: A riotous Wartime caper that redefines the modern musical
From its Fringe beginnings to a sold-out run at The Lowry, Operation Mincemeat proves itself less a traditional musical and more a brilliantly executed comedy…
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Diamond days as Saddleworth running event returns
ONE OF Saddleworth’s most popular physical challenges is back on the calendar as the Dovestone diamond returns. The multi-terrain 10km race will see up to…
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Conversion plan for Strinesdale barn lodged
A BARN would be converted into a four-bedroomed house if planning permission is granted. And the applicants believe it should be allowed, even though the…
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Uppermill restaurant responds after customer becomes aggressive towards staff
An Uppermill restaurant has issued a statement after an aggressive incident involving a customer who refused to pay for food and drinks and became threatening…
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White Hart in Lydgate honoured for long-running Good Beer Guide success
A Saddleworth pub has been recognised for its long-running place in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide as part of a special anniversary celebration. As part…
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Businesses boost Oldham Netball Club with sponsorship
SADDLEWORTH businesses are doing their bit to make sure Oldham’s netball aces remain among the country’s best with new sponsorship deals. Dobcross-based Bladen Electrical will…
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Bitter-sweet musical comedy on big screen at Millgate Arts Centre
A BITTER-SWEET musical comedy is the latest offering on the big screen in Delph from Saddleworth Film Society. First-time feature filmmaker Stéphane Ly-Cuong blends a…
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