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Thirty years on, the bomb that changed Manchester forever

the bomb that changed Manchester forever

At 11.17am on Saturday 15 June 1996, Manchester changed forever.

Date Published 14/06/2026

Dobcross Youth Band joined forces with Norwegian youth ensemble Skodvin Skulemusikk

Dobcross Youth Band welcomes Norwegian visitors for anniversary concert

Dobcross Youth Band joined forces with Norwegian youth ensemble Skodvin Skulemusikk for a special concert at Dobcross Band Club celebrating international friendship and youth...

Date Published 13/06/2026

Ivy Cottage

Saddleworth farm opens gates to visitors for Open Farm Sunday

A family run farm in Saddleworth is preparing to welcome members of the public for Open Farm Sunday, offering visitors the chance to learn more about sustainable farming and meet...

Date Published 12/06/2026

Jim McMahon MP

Jim McMahon welcomes increase in HMRC mileage rates after campaign

Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton MP Jim McMahon has welcomed a government decision to increase HMRC mileage rates for the first time in 15 years following a campaign involving...

Date Published 12/06/2026

Ellie Brown, left, founder of RECONDITION, with members of the codesign group, including Julie Blagborough

Shaw woman calls for better disability representation ahead of Manchester fashion show

A woman from Shaw is calling for better representation of disabled people in the fashion industry ahead of a disability pride catwalk event in Manchester later this month.

Date Published 12/06/2026

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You can score free tickets to a Latics game while supporting Dr Kershaw’s Hospice

Hartley the dog and Chaddy the owl are pictured at Latics

Football fans can get free tickets to a Latics game while helping Dr Kershaw’s Hospice by signing up for its upcoming Hartley’s Hero Walk.

Date Published 12/01/2026

Dale Harris. Image courtesy of Chadderton FC

Tributes paid following death of hugely respected Oldham community figure Dale Harris

Tributes are pouring in from across Oldham following the death of well-known and highly respected community figure Dale Harris, who has passed away.

Date Published 13/01/2026

Latics drew 1-1 at home against Chesterfield

Late drama as Latics are denied victory by Spireites 'keeper Hemming

There was late drama at Boundary Park and Chesterfield 'keeper Zach Hemming saved Joe Garner's stoppage-time spot-kick to help the visitors claim a draw against Latics.

Date Published 02/01/2026

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Thirty years on, the bomb that changed Manchester forever

the bomb that changed Manchester forever

At 11.17am on Saturday 15 June 1996, Manchester changed forever.

Date Published 14/06/2026

Tiya Ivy and Mandy Hobbis from CatsMatter

Petition to make drivers report collisions with cats nears 200,000 signatures

A campaign calling for drivers to be legally required to report collisions with cats is approaching 200,000 signatures as supporters make a final push before a parliamentary...

Date Published 14/06/2026

Dobcross Youth Band joined forces with Norwegian youth ensemble Skodvin Skulemusikk

Dobcross Youth Band welcomes Norwegian visitors for anniversary concert

Dobcross Youth Band joined forces with Norwegian youth ensemble Skodvin Skulemusikk for a special concert at Dobcross Band Club celebrating international friendship and youth...

Date Published 13/06/2026

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

Mahdlo Youth Zone at Egerton Street

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

Constant Group

Oldham based business Constant Group invests £3m to accelerate growth and triple capacity

Constant Group has embarked on a major expansion programme

Date Published 09/06/2026

Ripple Team - Oldham

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

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