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Magnificent mural honouring music legend Mani unveiled in Failsworth as fans travel from across the world

A major new mural celebrating the life and legacy of Gary “Mani” Mounfield has been unveiled at La Fardy on Oldham Road in Failsworth.

Date Published 12/05/2026


Thailand triumph for Oldham’s Isaan Muay Thai Training Centre

Seven Thai boxers from Oldham’s Isaan Muay Thai training centre are celebrating a medal haul of five golds and three silvers as part of the GB team attending the World Muay Thai...

Date Published 13/05/2026

Council Boss slams Reform for not forming administration

After gaining 13 councillors on May 7, Reform is now the second largest group in the borough

Date Published 13/05/2026


Oldham Business achieves EcoVadis Platinum Accreditation

Ripple, the Oldham‑based retail design and manufacturing business, has achieved a rare combination of accreditations:

Date Published 13/05/2026

Council leader to step down

Council leader to step down, ending 15 years of Labour

Date Published 11/05/2026


Dr Kershaw’s Hospice encourages open conversations during Dying Matters Awareness Week

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice is supporting Dying Matters Awareness Week by encouraging people to speak more openly about death, dying and grief.

Date Published 08/05/2026

First Choice Homes Oldham funds free youth activities and meals through Mahdlo partnership

A new partnership between First Choice Homes Oldham and Mahdlo Youth Zone will give young people free access to activities, support and meals.

Date Published 08/05/2026


Oldham businesses urged to support young people through social value partnerships

Businesses met in Fitton Hill to hear how support for Spark Oldham can help young people and strengthen social value commitments.

Date Published 08/05/2026

Ballot paper misprint leads to votes being discounted in Oldham ward

At least 15 votes cast in the Waterhead ward in Oldham will not be counted after a ballot paper printing error was discovered shortly after polls closed.

Date Published 08/05/2026


Oldham councillor’s car damaged during election count in town centre

A councillor attending the local election count in Oldham says his vehicle was damaged while parked in the town centre on Thursday evening.

Date Published 08/05/2026

Live updates and results from the Oldham Local Election count 2026

This year is set to be a tight race. Labour and the Conservatives' popularity is waning nationally, Reform UK and the Greens are standing candidates in every area, and the...

Date Published 07/05/2026


Oldham born creator set for Channel 4 appearance with growing Florida YouTube channel

A father and son content team with roots in Chadderton and Royton are set to appear on Channel 4 as their Florida based YouTube channel continues to grow its international...

Date Published 07/05/2026

71-year-old Grandmother prepares for 25th Great Manchester Run as daughter undergoes cancer treatment

A 71-year-old grandmother from Oldham who has completed every Great Manchester Run since 2002 is preparing to take part again alongside her family in support of her daughter...

Date Published 07/05/2026


Woman left in Oldham hospital corridor with disconnected oxygen mask dies after pulmonary embolism

A 24 year old woman from Castleton died after spending more than an hour in a corridor at Royal Oldham Hospital while suffering from a pulmonary embolism, an inquest has heard.

Date Published 07/05/2026

Tesco expands free fruit and veg scheme to more Oldham schools

Tesco is extending its Free Fruit and Veg for Schools programme to more schools including in Oldham after research found fewer than one in ten children in the North West meet...

Date Published 06/05/2026


Oldham Social worker ‘pondered’ baby’s welfare before death, murder trial hears

A court has heard a social worker briefly questioned whether there was a problem at the home of a 13 month old boy later alleged to have been murdered by his adoptive parents.

Date Published 06/05/2026

Oldham leaders warn women face growing health inequality as healthy life expectancy falls

Two Oldham community leaders have raised concern after new figures showed a decline in the number of years people spend in good health, with widening inequality affecting women...

Date Published 06/05/2026


Festival of Libraries returns with free family events in Oldham

A five day celebration of libraries across Greater Manchester will take place in June with a wide range of free events for families, including a detailed programme in Oldham.

Date Published 06/05/2026

Oldham Active’s Lifesaving REACH programme hits 20 year milestone

Since its launch, REACH (Referrals Encouraging Activity, Confidence and Health) has supported 3,906 local people

Date Published 05/05/2026


Local Adventurer Steve Hill prepares for eighth Uganda Marathon and expands Community Projects

Steve is collecting donations of old running trainers, sports kits, clothing and stationery to take with him.

Date Published 05/05/2026

Evening crash shuts busy M60 stretch near Ashton under Lyne causing long traffic queues

A section of the M60 in Tameside was closed today, Sunday 3rd May, following a crash, with long queues forming between Denton Island and Ashton under Lyne.

Date Published 03/05/2026


What the political groups are going to do about the borough’s ‘toxic politics’

Oldham has been in the national news again.

Date Published 03/05/2026

Energy upgrade programme nearing completion for nearly 200 homes in Oldham

A £1.4 million retrofit programme to improve energy efficiency in 196 homes across Chadderton and Shaw is set to finish later this month.

Date Published 02/05/2026


Community garden event with TV star raises funds for cancer research in Failsworth

A community gardening event in Failsworth has raised £750 for cancer research after a talk by television horticulturist David Domoney.

Date Published 01/05/2026

Polling stations under Oldham Council to have accessible McGonagle Reader for voters with sight loss

Like many, I’ll be voting in the local elections on 7 May – but, as someone with sight loss, I know from experience that doing so independently and in secret is far from...

Date Published 01/05/2026


Rochdale school shuts to most pupils for three days as strike action continues

St Cuthberts RC High School in Rochdale will close to most pupils from Tuesday 5 May to Thursday 7 May due to planned strike action by teaching unions. Year 11 pupils will...

Date Published 01/05/2026

Mayor opens new wellbeing garden at Mahdlo Youth Zone

The Mayor of Oldham has officially opened a new wellbeing garden at Mahdlo Youth Zone.

Date Published 01/05/2026


Granddaughter backs hospice rose campaign in memory of her grandad

A seven year old girl from Oldham is supporting a hospice fundraising campaign after staff cared for her step grandfather in his final weeks.

Date Published 01/05/2026

Community clubs invited to take on lifesaving challenge in Race to the Base

Race to the Base will see clubs go head-to-head in a friendly but mission-critical challenge.

Date Published 30/04/2026


Oldham and Tameside dance heritage project seeks local stories

A new project is inviting people in Oldham and Tameside to help preserve local dance heritage.

Date Published 30/04/2026

How a lost wallet and an informal chat led to 25-year careers at HPP

Finding a wallet on the pavement outside Hathershaw mini-market has led to a 25-year career at Hill’s Panel Products (HPP) for HGV driver Phil Hatton.

Date Published 29/04/2026


Dr Kershaw’s Hospice returns for glamorous Ascot Ladies’ Day

After raising £8,700 for patient care in 2025, the glitz and glamour of Ascot Ladies’ Day is returning to The White Hart Inn in Lydgate this summer.

Date Published 29/04/2026

Oldham dad dies sparking serious safeguarding review

The recently published report found the local authority and medical professionals at Royal Oldham Hospital ‘missed opportunities’ to support John.

Date Published 29/04/2026


Three men jailed following discovery of large-scale cannabis farm in Oldham

Inside the premises, officers uncovered a large-scale cannabis cultivation operation containing 889 cannabis plants at various stages of growth.

Date Published 28/04/2026

Community event with TV gardener David Domoney raises money to fund cancer research

At the event, Domoney delivered a talk on the ‘Top Seasonal Plants’

Date Published 28/04/2026


Specialist school earns 'Strong Standard' for inclusion in first Ofsted inspection

The school services 20 students on role for full time placements aged 11-16

Date Published 28/04/2026

Inside the Oldham cannabis factory that led to prison for three men

Three men have been jailed after police uncovered 889 cannabis plants at an industrial unit in Oldham. The operation was valued at almost one million pounds.

Date Published 28/04/2026


Local funeral home sets up a donation initiative to collect men’s clothing and accessories in support of local charity

Co-op Funeralcare Oldham is inviting residents to donate men’s vintage clothing in aid of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice.

Date Published 27/04/2026

Oldham neighbourhood police make 23 arrests as Derker crime crackdown continues

Neighbourhood officers in Oldham have made 23 arrests since January as part of ongoing work to tackle crime in Derker and nearby areas.

Date Published 27/04/2026


Internet culture in pre-election period

Oldham has long garnered a reputation for its ‘toxic politics’.

Date Published 27/04/2026

Police appeal after man left with life threatening injuries in Royton collision

Police are appealing for information after a collision between a car and an electric scooter in Royton left a man in his 20s with life threatening injuries.

Date Published 27/04/2026


Oldham man jailed for nine years for sexual assault of teenage girl

An Oldham man has been jailed for nine years after sexually assaulting a 17 year old girl who believed she had got into a taxi.

Date Published 24/04/2026

Local Vet starts Geriatric Pets Awareness Campaign

Do you know the signs

Date Published 23/04/2026


The ORLFC Foundation proudly announces its official launch, following the successful granting of charitable status.

The milestone marks a significant step forward in the organisation’s mission

Date Published 22/04/2026

Housing Association collaborates with Oldham Athletic Community Trust to offer free weekly football sessions for children in Derker.

“Without structured activities, there is an increased risk of ASB, but we can meet this head on with safe, positive opportunities for young people.”

Date Published 22/04/2026


Engineering College closed - will now become storage and retail centre

Once trained around 75 apprentices a year in engineering courses

Date Published 22/04/2026

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has signed a £15.7 million deal with Vistry Group

Nearly two thirds of the new sustainable buildings will be three and four-bedroom properties

Date Published 21/04/2026


Uncover your creative talents with Canalside crafters

“It's a wonderful community of crafters who enjoy sewing, quilting, knitting and crocheting.

Date Published 21/04/2026

Delays expected as flyover FINALLY to receive crucial works

Works on the flyover were first announced three years ago

Date Published 20/04/2026


Holly’s ‘kitchen nightmares’ are dream come true after landing job with Gordon Ramsay

Holly is a former pupil at Co-op Academy Failsworth

Date Published 20/04/2026

How local elections have changed in 2026

Are you registered to vote

Date Published 20/04/2026


First Choice Homes customer becomes the housing associations April Hidden Hero

Volunteer Debbie is "Over the moon"

Date Published 20/04/2026

Next phase of SportsTown greenlit

The next phase of a £70m project to create a ‘sports town’ in the middle of Oldham has been approved.

Date Published 17/04/2026


Fiona Goddard leads Chadderton event as survivors share experiences of child sexual exploitation

Survivors of child sexual exploitation gathered at a parish church hall in Chadderton last night for an event focused on raising awareness and providing a space for lived...

Date Published 17/04/2026

Dobcross Youth Band celebrates National Championship success

Getting ready for Whit Friday

Date Published 16/04/2026


Dad-of-two runs 100km in one day to support hospice care

He has raised almost £5,000 to support nine hospices across the region

Date Published 16/04/2026

Arts & Crafts Fair at Oldham Parish Church

All are welcome!

Date Published 16/04/2026


Steve Hill Returns from Gruelling Arctic Expedition

Describing the experience as “brutal, relentless and unforgettable"

Date Published 16/04/2026

Failsworth mum reaches National Business Awards Final despite Learning Challenges

Meeks Counselling and Psychotherapy named as finalist in the 2026 UK Small Business Awards

Date Published 15/04/2026


Oldham Edge hub aims to build creativity, confidence and credibility

Creating an environment where people feel supported, confident and proud of what they create.

Date Published 15/04/2026

Oldham - Orrell Match Report

Oldham 23 Orrell 28

Date Published 15/04/2026


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