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'There are literal gardens growing out of our gullies'

A map showing most of the blocked gullies in Springhead, Lees and Grotton. Image courtesy of Sam Al-Hamdani / Google Maps

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

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Latics sunk by Swindon

Latics lost 2-1 at home against Swindon Town

Ian Holloway's Swindon recorded their first away win of the season with a narrow 2-1 League Two win at Latics.

Date Published 15/08/2025

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

Hartley is pictured with children at Alexandra Park

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

Date Published 18/08/2025

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Welcome to HPP’s 25-year club, Jason!

Jason Hilton with his 25-year service awards

CNC drill and machine operator Jason Hilton is the latest employee to clock up 25 years at Hill’s Panel Products (HPP), taking the number of names on the 25-year section of the firm’s long service wall of fame to 15.

Date Published 21/08/2025

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