THE funeral for popular Uppermill butcher Paul Lowcock will be held on Wednesday, February 20. Paul, who ran Paul’s Quality Meats on the village high…
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OMBC leader defends sale of Brownhill Visitor Centre
A VISITOR centre being used as an exhibition space is set to go because the building housing it is being auctioned off. The property including…
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Co-op funds deliver boost for local causes
THE Saddleworth community proved it really does love local causes as it helped raise thousands of pounds for clubs, societies and organisations. Through the Co-operative…
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Electricity bosses urged to remove ‘carbuncle’ from countryside spot
RESIDENTS in one of Saddleworth’s most scenic and isolated locations are calling for the removal of a recently erected ‘blot on the landscape’. Locals living…
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Uppermill mum leads Christmas appeal for lung foundation which helped get her life back on track
AN UPPERMILL woman has become the face of a national charity campaign after they helped her overcome a mystery illness of 20 years. Denise Elvery…
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Sister pays tribute to brother Daniel following Uppermill death
THE SISTER of the man who died in Uppermill after a late night incident has paid tribute to him as two men were charged with…
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Two men charged with murder following Uppermill death
Two men have been charged with murder following the death of a man in Uppermill. Daniel Forster (05/07/1994), of Ashfield Crescent, Springhead and Michael Milligan…
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‘Saddleworth in shock’ says minister as church prays for Uppermill victim
Uppermill minister, Reverend Gary Ridley, says Saddleworth is in shock following the alleged murder of a man outside his church on Friday night, December 21.…
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Murder investigation launched following Uppermill death
Police are investigating after a man died following an altercation in Uppermill. Shortly after 11:30pm on Friday 21 December 2018, police were called to High…
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Andy overcomes brain tumour to complete half marathon
UPPERMILL’S Andy Plowright triumphed over adversity to recently complete the Manchester Half Marathon. And the father-of-three young boys hopes his remarkable story will inspire others…
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Homes and businesses put on a display for real life advent calendar
HOUSES and businesses across Saddleworth are being transformed into festive displays as the real-life Advent calendar takes shape. Properties around the area are turning themselves…
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Don’t fence us in – Network Rail confirm plans for train line
NETWORK Rail plan to fence in the entire length of Saddleworth’s train track, the Independent can reveal. Contractors have already returned to continue their removal…
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Caring volunteers work hard to clear Uppermill woodland
HARD-WORKING volunteers from Uppermill and Greenfield teamed up for a special project day working to clear and tidy the viaduct woodland. There was a…
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Village upset by messy dog fouling
A SEDATE Saddleworth hamlet is challenging unthinking dog owners whose pets are leaving unwanted calling cards. Jennifer Greenwood, chair of community group Love Lydgate,…
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Round Table’s new chairman targets year of fun fundraisers
THE new chairman of Saddleworth Round Table has promised an exciting year of fun-filled fundraising activities to support the community. Richard Foster, 43, a…
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Sculptor Thompson engaged for heron work of art in Uppermill
UPPERMILL’s latest tourist attraction is a first for creator Thompson Dagnall. But the Liverpool born sculptor’s work of art in St Chad’s Gardens has…
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Tesco shop managers take customer service to new level
TWO grateful pensioners in Uppermill certainly subscribe to the Tesco slogan “Every little helps”. And thanks to the Independent, the couple have been re-united…
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Yorkshire meets Paris at the Millgate this April!
John Godber’s brilliantly funny look at the English abroad, April in Paris, will be performed by the Saddleworth Players at the Millgate Arts Centre in…
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Police are investigating a break-in and theft of a safe in Oldham
Police investigating a break-in at a service station and the theft of a safe in Oldham have released CCTV footage. At around 1.45am on Tuesday 27 February…
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Boat overboard! Sam gets sinking feeling as pride and joy springs a leak
THE Beast from the East didn’t just cause mass chaos on the roads – it also claimed a victim on the relative calm of the…
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Just the be-gin-ning as spirits raised by Saddleworth Festival
THERE were no hangovers from Saddleworth’s second Gin Festival – at least not among the organisers. With visitor numbers up from the debut Festival in…
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Boarshurst are keeping brass band traditions alive
TALENTED Boarshurst Silver Band is inviting brass lovers down to their weekly concerts to help to keep the tradition thriving. The award-winning Band hosts concerts…
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Scout hosts musical night to raise funds for World Jamboree
A TALENTED scout is putting on a night of musical entertainment as she raises money to travel to America to represent Saddleworth at the World…
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CCTV to protect residents in Uppermill
CCTV cameras have been installed in Uppermill and Royton centres to further protect the safety of residents and visitors. Permanent cameras have been introduced to…
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Stylish foot forward with Charlotte Mills
BRIDES can step out in style on their big day thanks to a talented shoe designer based in Uppermill. Charlotte Mills offers a selection of…
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Road Closures in your area
Oldham Council have today listed a number of road closures and roadworks in the local area. Road users should be aware of the following: Continuing…
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Gone to pot but roads to ruin in line for repairs?
MOTORISTS could still face a bumpy ride on Saddleworth’s pothole riddled roads despite a £6.2 million, year-long highways improvement programme starting this month. Oldham’s roads…
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Work of Diggle artist selected for major London exhibition
WORK by a dynamic Saddleworth artist has been selected from more than 1,500 paintings for a major London exhibition. Diana Terry from Diggle has succeeded…
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Award for Richard who goes Above and Beyond
THE hard-work of a community stalwart was honoured with a surprise presentation of a prestigious Above and Beyond award. Richard Darlington was chosen as the…
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Spirits remain high at Saddleworth Rangers
COACH Craig Farrimond believes Saddleworth Rangers are better equipped than 12 months ago to mount a promotion challenge in National Conference League, division two. After…
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Retiring Reverend Duncan Rhodes bids fond farewell
REVEREND Duncan Rhodes has been a familiar and welcoming face across Saddleworth for the last 24 years. Now, as he retires, he reflects back on…
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O’Donnell Solicitors shortlisted in top 2018 Manchester Legal Awards
LOCAL law firm O’Donnell Solicitors are proud to announce they have been shortlisted for ‘Law Firm of the Year – small (1-5 Partners)’ in the…
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