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Police recover firearm with dozens of rounds of ammunition following search in Oldham

Greater Manchester Police officers from Operation Vulcan recovered a handgun with dozens of rounds of ammunition during a search of an area of land in Oldham earlier this week.

Date Published 28/08/2025


Community gathers for celebration in Busk area of Chadderton

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has funded a community celebration to mark a successful series of events throughout August in the Busk area of Chadderton.

Date Published 28/08/2025

‘Controversial’ level crossing to close for six months

A historic level crossing is set to close for six months after reports of ‘near misses’ with pedestrians on the track. 

Date Published 27/08/2025


Campaigning villagers urge locals to boycott new post boxes

Campaigning Saddleworth villagers say a new digital post box system is “flawed” and should be boycotted.

Date Published 27/08/2025

Mountain biker rescue drama

On Wednesday morning, Oldham Mountain Rescue Team were contacted by North West Ambulance Service to help a mountain biker who had fallen off their bike and injured their shoulder...

Date Published 27/08/2025


Turning unsettled with welcome rain returning as temperatures return to normal

That’s a wrap. Summer 2025 is coming to an end, and it’s been a decent one at that, although gardeners and greenkeepers would certainly have wanted more in the way of rain.

Date Published 27/08/2025

Council issues warning about St George’s flag on roundabouts

Oldham Council has issued a warning to residents not to paint the St George’s flag on public property.

Date Published 27/08/2025


Historic Oldham pub, the Famous King George, reopens following major six-figure investment

Popular Oldham pub, the Famous King George, has reopened following a huge six-figure investment, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the popular Craft Union pub.

Date Published 23/08/2025

Man due in court to face charges which include threats to kill and false imprisonment

A man has been charged following an incident on Counthill Road in Oldham on Monday (August 25).

Date Published 23/08/2025


Saying it with flowers

A striking well dressing is on display in Delph, opposite the White Lion, until Sunday, August 31.

Date Published 23/08/2025

Drivers warned of delays on M60 over next two weekends

Oldham drivers can expect delays on one of the busiest sections of the M60 in the coming weeks.

Date Published 23/08/2025


Collision investigators appeal for information after pedestrian seriously injured in Chadderton

Greater Manchester Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for information following an incident in Oldham on Monday (August 25) that left a pedestrian...

Date Published 23/08/2025

Rushcart festival proves to be another outstanding success

If you don’t mind hearing about men, many bearded, wearing clogs laced with bells and hats weighed down with freshly-picked flowers, read on . . .

Date Published 23/08/2025


Rescue heroes' road trip hopes to raise much-needed funds

Oldham Mountain Rescue Team members Andy Hadfield and Si Taylor are hoping to raise funds and awareness for their colleagues in Scottish Mountain Rescue in an epic 1,600 mile road...

Date Published 23/08/2025

Hero Steve conquers the epic Indonesia Jungle Challenge

While many were enjoying their summer holidays, Deputy Headteacher of St Joseph’s RC Primary, Steve Hill, was embarking on an epic journey across the island of Bali - running...

Date Published 23/08/2025


Hathershaw's Class of '25 show exceptional resilience

The Hathershaw College celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2025.

Date Published 21/08/2025

Council employee left without money for food due to payroll error

Hannah was already finding it hard to cope.

Date Published 21/08/2025


Lots to celebrate at Blue Coat

There were huge celebrations at Blue Coat as students, their families and school staff celebrated an incredible set of GCSE results.

Date Published 21/08/2025

'There are literal gardens growing out of our gullies'

Hundreds of gullies have been reported as blocked in Oldham, as residents and councillors complain the grids on their highways have started looking ‘more like gardens’.

Date Published 21/08/2025


Hulme Grammar students' hard work pays off handsomely

There were lots of excellent results achieved by Hulme Grammar School's GCSE cohort of 2025.

Date Published 21/08/2025

High pressure hangs on

Ex-hurricane Erin could well kick-start the Jet Stream next week, but there's lots of weather uncertainty at this stage.

Date Published 21/08/2025


The Oldham Academy North finishes award-winning year on a high

There was plenty to celebrate at E-ACT The Oldham Academy North as students picked up their GCSE results, marking the end of five years of hard work and determination. 

Date Published 21/08/2025

Calls to shut ‘unsafe road’ made following death

Locals are calling for the immediate closure of an ‘unsafe road’ following a fatal crash on the border of Oldham and Tameside this month.

Date Published 18/08/2025


Mascot Hartley’s new adventure - the Hero Walk for Dr Kershaw's

As Dr Kershaw’s’ mascot, Hartley the dog is no stranger to meeting heroes.

Date Published 18/08/2025

Oldham Jobs Fair 2025 set to open doors to new opportunities

Oldham residents looking for their next career move are invited to meet local and regional employers, discover job opportunities, and get expert advice at this year’s Oldham Jobs...

Date Published 18/08/2025


It’s a wrap - happy outcome for fast food worker Ryan

An Oldham lad is one of 780 folks to overcome a flurry of problems and progress thanks to an Upturn programme.

Date Published 18/08/2025

Oldham Council blasted over new name for refurbished library and new town hall

Oldham Council’s leadership team has taken a tongue-lashing from several of its councillors over the decision to rename the newly-refurbished Old Library after a ‘local hero’.

Date Published 18/08/2025


Three arrests secured as police continue to tackle drugs supply in Oldham

After a thorough investigation into the distribution of controlled drugs, police officers from Operation Vulcan and the Oldham Complex Safeguarding Team executed a coordinated day...

Date Published 18/08/2025

GM Mayor Burnham to speak at Mahdlo breakfast

Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, will be the guest speaker at the next business breakfast organised by Mahdlo Youth Zone.

Date Published 18/08/2025


Jeremy Corbyn coming to Oldham as part of new party launch pitch

Jeremy Corbyn is holding an event in Oldham to pitch his new political party to local constituents.

Date Published 18/08/2025

Annie-May - most definitely a life well-lived!

Annie-May McGuinness celebrated her 104th birthday recently.

Date Published 18/08/2025


Police appeal follows recovery of woman's body from Strinesdale reservoir

Greater Manchester Police officers are appealing for witnesses following the recovery of the body of a woman from a reservoir in Oldham.

Date Published 15/08/2025

Support for Royton Linear Park boardwalk project

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is supporting a new educational interactive trail for young visitors to Royton’s Linear Park.

Date Published 15/08/2025


Junior Dragons’ Den entrepreneurs support Dr Kershaw’s Hospice

Budding young entrepreneurs across Oldham flexed their business skills for the nail-biting final of Dr Kershaw’s’ Junior Dragons’ Den competition.

Date Published 15/08/2025

Join the Action Together Board of Trustees

Action Together is a membership organisation with 3,000 members across Oldham, Rochdale and Tameside.

Date Published 15/08/2025


Police engage with families during school holiday activity day in Derker

Greater Manchester Police officers from Operation Vulcan spent the day in Derker, for a community event in Stoneleigh Park.

Date Published 14/08/2025

A new neighbourhood on the way for Oldham?

The former site of two notorious schools could soon be transformed into a brand new neighbourhood in Oldham.

Date Published 14/08/2025


Chair of Governors 'so proud' of Oldham Sixth Form College A Level results

Oldham Sixth Form College once again celebrated outstanding A level and Vocational results.

Date Published 14/08/2025

Blue Coat Head's delight on another memorable A Level results day

Students and their families gathered at Blue Coat to celebrate their excellent A Level results.

Date Published 14/08/2025


Crompton House students excel again on A Level results day

Crompton House Sixth Form students have once again achieved an outstanding set of A Level results.

Date Published 14/08/2025

Hulme Grammar School celebrates outstanding A Level results

Hard work, resilience and commitment - key values of Hulme Grammar School - were on show today as students collected their A Level results.

Date Published 14/08/2025


Missing hedgehog sparks outrage in local community

A councillor in Oldham has expressed outrage after a carved wooden hedgehog was allegedly ‘stolen’ from a Groundwork depot.

Date Published 14/08/2025

Part of iconic Chadderton mill complex to be transformed into warehouses

An iconic former cotton mill in Oldham that has helped provide jobs for the local community for more than a century could soon be getting a modern extension.

Date Published 14/08/2025


Avro football stadium greenlit for permanent expansion

Avro FC's football stadium in Oldham has been given the green light to permanently extend its seating and food offer.

Date Published 14/08/2025

Welcome to the fairy garden fundraising trail

A Saddleworth village is to become a fairy wonderland in the latest Trojan efforts by dedicated fundraising members of Friends of Dobcross School.

Date Published 11/08/2025


Traders gear up for brand new Oldham market move

Traders in Oldham are gearing up for their ‘big move’ from the borough’s historic market location into a brand new space in the town centre.

Date Published 11/08/2025

Grand new Uppermill FC/Inspiral Carpets strip deal helps raise vital funds for local charity

As regular Chronicle readers may know, Uppermill FC have had a very successful ‘collaboration’ with the local legendary band, the Inspiral Carpets, to produce a range of football...

Date Published 11/08/2025


‘New’ town hall due to open to public for first time after full cost of major refurb project revealed

Oldham’s ‘brand new’ town hall will open to the public for the first time this weekend after a multi-million pound restoration and refurb project at the Old Library.

Date Published 11/08/2025

Saddleworth Rangers Girls enjoy dream day out at the iconic Wembley Stadium

The Saddleworth Rangers Girls rugby team enjoyed a once in a lifetime experience when they took to the pitch at Wembley Stadium as mascots for Wigan in the Women’s Challenge Cup...

Date Published 11/08/2025


Mahdlo joins the global celebration of International Youth Day

Mahdlo Youth Zone has joined global and nationwide celebrations in the lead up to today's (Tuesday) International Youth Day.

Date Published 11/08/2025

Hulme alumni opens doors for aspiring medics with exclusive Manchester Royal Infirmary placements

As A-level students across Oldham prepare to collect their results this Thursday, Hulme Grammar is celebrating a brand-new opportunity for Sixth Formers aiming for a career in...

Date Published 11/08/2025


Smiles all round as Band Club celebrate again

There were smiles all round as Dobcross Band Club celebrated another double success in the local and regional CAMRA real ale awards.

Date Published 09/08/2025

Former pub ‘left to rot’ for years is finally demolished

An ‘eyesore’ building blighting a picturesque neighbourhood in Saddleworth has been demolished to make way for new homes.

Date Published 09/08/2025


Police issue appeal after woman dies after being found unconscious on road on Oldham/Tameside border

Greater Manchester Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for information after a woman died after being found unconscious on a road on the...

Date Published 09/08/2025

Tandle Hill park rescue drama

At tea time on Saturday, Oldham Mountain Rescue Team were contacted by North West Ambulance Service to assist with a lady who had slipped down a steep hill side in Tandle Hill...

Date Published 09/08/2025


‘Overpaid’ councillors speak out after payment error

Councillors in Oldham are calling for more details after it emerged some had been ‘overpaid’ for three years due to an administrative error.

Date Published 09/08/2025

Oldham woman evicted by FCHO

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has been granted an injunction with power of arrest and evicted an Oldham woman following multiple incidents of violence, anti-social behaviour...

Date Published 09/08/2025


Dale Harris returns to Chadderton FC as CEO

Chadderton Football Club has announced the appointment of Dale Harris as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a bold and ambitious step forward for the club both on and off...

Date Published 06/08/2025

‘My clients are having to hop around lakes of water - it’s awful’: Beauty salon owner

A salon owner says her staff and customers have been plagued by ‘awful’ puddles of water on the pavement outside her business.

Date Published 06/08/2025


Dr Kershaw's Hospice awarded £270k in government funding

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice in royton has received £277,090 in capital funding as part of a nationwide £75 million government investment to support the sustainability of hospice care...

Date Published 06/08/2025

Unsafe fake Labubu dolls seized by Oldham Trading Standards

Oldham Council’s Trading Standards team has seized 104 counterfeit ‘Labubu’ dolls and accessories from local businesses, with a street value of between £800 and £1,000.

Date Published 06/08/2025


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