With a wintry cold snap predicted to hit over the weekend, United Utilities is offering help and advice to residents and businesses across Greater Manchester…
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Council hopes events programme will boost town centre footfall
A MIX of old and new events will be coming to Oldham this autumn and winter. Oldham Council has organised the free line-up in a…
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Lack of grit hits the fan as Saddleworth struggles
SADDLEWORTH appears to be showing why grit bins should have stayed as people struggle in icy conditions. As the Independent covered, Oldham Council discussed taking…
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Housing provider offers help with second year of campaign
A SOCIAL housing provider that manages more than 500 properties in the Saddleworth and Lees area has told its customers, ‘We’re here to give you…
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United Utilities offers advice to customers on how to protect their pipes during the cold snap
WITH weather warnings in place this this week due to snow and ice, United Utilities is advising residents and businesses across the North West to…
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Saddleworth grit bin removal scheme place on hold
AN OUTCRY from councillors over apparent plans to remove more than 30 grit bins from the streets of Saddleworth has seen them put on hold.…
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Greenfield Cricket Club closes doors for winter
A SADDLEWORTH cricket club has decided to close its doors through the winter period as running costs escalate but to also reward hard-working volunteers with…
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COLUMN: The Back Lane VEG PATCH
THIS month is the start of the sowing season. Clean off that heated propagator and sow seed. There are a few seeds you can grow…
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‘Hero’ restaurant manager rallies community to help feed and clothe the homeless
AN UPPERMILL restaurant manager has been dubbed a “little hero” for inspiring members of the public and local businesses to join in his efforts to…
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MP encourages residents to check on neighbours as Cold Weather Payments are triggered
DEBBIE Abrahams, MP for Oldham East and Saddleworth MP, is encouraging people to check on their neighbours as freezing temperatures trigger emergency winter funding across…
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Helpful tips and advice for self care this winter in Patient Participation Group latest sheet
SADDLEWORTH’S Patient Participation Group has a host of helpful tips and advice for staying healthy during the winter months. Their Winter Health Fact Sheet is…
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Oldham Council is getting borough prepared in case of winter disruption
Oldham Council’s plans to keep the borough moving over the coming winter months are well underway. As the temperature has dropped recently, gritters have been…
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Weather forecast: Thursday 1September – Sunday 4 September
Jon Baylis has had a passion for the weather since the age of six, when he experienced extreme cold winters to blazing hot sunshine and…
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Dog walkers and joggers urged to help track down leaks
UNITED UTILITIES has put out a special plea to pedestrians in a bid to help tackle leaks. The North West water company is encouraging dog…
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Tips from the AA so drivers don’t get caught out in cold snap
AS WINTERY weather hits the country, the AA is encouraging drivers to check their car is in shape so they do not get caught out…
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Emmaus Mossley to host festive sales and Santa’s grotto in aid of street homeless
A KIND-HEARTED charity is holding two Christmas sales this month and calling on the public for donations to help people who are street homeless this…
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Life on Pig Row: Sliding into autumn
High on the Saddleworth hills, the Oldham family have created an inspiring kitchen garden which provides a wealth of rich flavours for the kitchen and…
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Handmade Festivals to bring festive goodies galore to Saddleworth
FESTIVE GOODIES galore will be on sale as the Saddleworth Handmade Festival returns to the Civic Hall in Uppermill with two events over the coming…
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Saddleworth Travel: Searching for some winter sun
By Peter Mills Saddleworth Travel sell high-quality holidays to all kinds of travellers. Visit them at St Mary’s Gate in Uppermill or give them a…
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