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The Home Secretary has announced that former children’s commissioner Baroness Anne Longfield as the Chair of the inquiry and clarified some of the terms of reference of the investigation

What grooming gang chair announcement means for Oldham as town to be at centre of investigation

Following months of delays and disagreements, the national inquiry into grooming gangs is moving forward. 

Date Published 10/12/2025


College celebrates double WorldSkills UK medal win

Oldham College is celebrating its WorldSkills UK national finalists for 2025  - who included two medallists.

Date Published 10/12/2025

Oldham theatre brings creative fun to this year's Christmas countdown

Dare To Know theatre is currently bringing Oldham holiday joy with the Oldham Advent Calendar, a festive countdown set to release 25 original performances in the lead up to...

Date Published 09/12/2025


Jude’s epic swimming challenge raises £1,270 for Royal Oldham Hospital’s haematology unit

In an extraordinary show of determination and gratitude, Oldhamer Jude Honeyman has completed a remarkable swimming challenge, raising £1,270 to support NorthCare Charity.

Date Published 09/12/2025

Extra police powers in place following disorder in Oldham town centre

Greater Manchester Police implemented a Section 35 dispersal order and additional Section 60 stop and search powers in Oldham town centre following repeat incidents of disorder...

Date Published 09/12/2025


Oldham mechanic-turned-mentor celebrates two major awards

An Oldham entrepreneur who grew up in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) has won two major awards after launching community projects empowering women with life-changing car skills.

Date Published 09/12/2025

Cricket club license terms agreed as it is ‘crucial to its survival’

A cricket club which ‘unknowingly breached’ its licensing conditions has been granted permission to hold events and sell alcohol to non-members despite a flood of objections by...

Date Published 09/12/2025


Police appeal for further information following fatal collision in Diggle

Greater Manchester Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is appealing for further information following a fatal collision yesterday morning (Monday) on Huddersfield...

Date Published 09/12/2025

Heart-broken family pay tribute to ‘gentleman with a big heart’ after Royton murder charge

The family of a man who died following an altercation in Royton on Saturday (December 6) have paid a heartfelt tribute to him.

Date Published 09/12/2025


Beautiful derelict building to be transformed in new project

A beautiful but run-down building in Hollinwood could soon receive a new lease of life.

Date Published 08/12/2025

Councillors call for tougher consequences on conduct breaches

Oldham’s town hall has called for a tighter crackdown on ‘badly behaved’ councillors.

Date Published 08/12/2025


Police issue appeal following two targeted arson attacks in Oldham

Detectives are investigating two suspected arson attacks in Oldham from earlier this week.

Date Published 05/12/2025

Cracking code breaker search begins in Oldham schools

The hunt is on for the next Alan Turing as Oldham children are being invited to become goldeneye superspies and crack the kinds of riddles usually seen in a James Bond movie.

Date Published 04/12/2025


Latics' Boundary Park stadium to open on Christmas Day for community

Latics' Boundary Park stadium will open its doors on Christmas Day for the first time to provide support for members of the local community.

Date Published 04/12/2025

Patients urged to use the right NHS service as survey reveals non-emergency A&E attendance

People across the North West are being urged to use the right NHS service for their needs as new data show thousands have attended A&E for minor health concerns such as sore...

Date Published 04/12/2025


Joyful Santa Dash proves another huge hit

A happy red and white tide of charity Santas swept through a Saddleworth village, when more than 2,500 contestants took part in the legendary Santa Dash.

Date Published 03/12/2025

Man arrested and murder probe launched following the death of a man in Royton

A man has been arrested and a murder investigation launched following the death of a man in Royton.

Date Published 03/12/2025


Broadfield pupils hit the right notes at cathedral massed choir event

Pupils from Oldham’s Broadfield Primary School joined a choir of more than 200 children to perform at this year’s inter-schools Manchester Sings concert in the splendid setting of...

Date Published 03/12/2025

Increased police patrols in place following large-scale disturbance in Oldham town centre

There are extra police officers out and about in Oldham this weekend after large-scale disorder occurred in the town centre.

Date Published 03/12/2025


Oldham NHS heroes celebrated at 2025 Pennine Care People Awards ceremony

The care, compassion and dedication of NHS mental health and learning disability staff has been recognised at a glittering awards ceremony.

Date Published 01/12/2025

Yet more rain to come and no sign of significant cold or snow

Winter is here and December has started as November ended, with plenty of rainfall.

Date Published 01/12/2025


Man found dead following Heyside house fire

Forensic investigators were called after a man was found dead at a house where a fire broke out in Heyside this morning (Wednesday).

Date Published 01/12/2025

Gang jailed for almost 50 years for supplying drugs across the north west

Four members of drugs gang running a ‘sophisticated drugs operation’ have been jailed for a total of almost 50 years for conspiring to supply drugs across the north west.

Date Published 01/12/2025


Pair arrested following high-speed police vehicle pursuit after burglary in Oldham

At around 10:35am yesterday (Monday), neighbours reported hearing a smash and saw three men wearing balaclavas enter a property in Oldham.

Date Published 01/12/2025

Police officer ‘seriously injured’ in alleged violent brawl at Failsworth pub

A police officer was said to have sustained ‘serious injuries’ in an alleged violent incident at a pub in Failsworth.

Date Published 01/12/2025


Hulme Grammar aims to ignite future tech talent with 12 hour 'Hackathon'

Hulme Grammar School is set to become a hub of innovation on Thursday, December 18, as it hosts an exciting Junior Hackathon for students aged 8 to 18.

Date Published 01/12/2025

Former mill in Chadderton could be turned into hotel and co-working space

A novel new project could see an old mill building in Chadderton spruced up into a new ‘co-working’ hotel.

Date Published 28/11/2025


Tributes paid to headteacher Mavis - a lady who devoted her life to the children of Oldham

Mavis Clegg, a much-loved former Oldham headteacher, has passed away at the age of 92.

Date Published 28/11/2025

Royton man Simon transforms his life with help from NHS talking therapies

A Royton man is urging others to seek help after receiving life-changing support from a local mental health service when work stress and anxiety took a toll on his health.

Date Published 28/11/2025


The Santa Dash is coming!

A red and white tide will sweep Saddleworth on Saturday when generous-spirited Saddleworth Round Table host this year's legendary Santa Dash.

Date Published 28/11/2025

Burnham aims for ‘quick decision’ on Bee Network rule affecting 400,000

Andy Burnham aims to make a ‘quick decision’ on a rule affecting hundreds of thousands of Bee Network passengers.

Date Published 27/11/2025


Oldham primary schools receive £62k boost for pupils' literacy

Primary schools across Oldham are set to benefit from a significant literacy boost this month, thanks to the Bookmark Reading Charity.

Date Published 27/11/2025

Anna is FCHO's first-ever Hidden Hero

A woman who volunteers in one of First Choice Homes Oldham’s (FCHO) community centres is the housing association’s first-ever Hidden Hero.

Date Published 27/11/2025


Former pub close to youth centre could be turned into 17-bed HMO and woman-only gym

A former pub in Oldham town centre could be turned into a huge HMO and woman-only gym.

Date Published 27/11/2025

Moorside residents frustrated by local ‘eye-sore’

A neighbourhood in Oldham has been turned into an ‘eye-sore’ and a ‘dumping ground’ after a landowner started storing abandoned caravans and rubble on a former green space. 

Date Published 27/11/2025


Housing Regulator finds ‘serious failings’ in first inspection of Oldham Council

A watchdog has voiced ‘serious concerns’ about the management of social housing in Oldham.

Date Published 26/11/2025

We're unlikely to see any significant cold before mid-December

After a recent cold snap, it’s now all change and back to the milder weather, insists Oldham weather expert Jon Baylis.

Date Published 24/11/2025


How Oldhamers are set to benefit from the lifting of the two-child benefit cap

Around 10,000 kids will benefit from the lifting of the two-child benefit cap in Oldham, according to the local authority. 

Date Published 24/11/2025

Oldham Sixth Form College students Inspired by Next Gen Aviator Programme

Oldham Sixth Form College (OSFC) have hosted an aviation experience day for all of its students.

Date Published 24/11/2025


New road layout fixed for Royton - but locals aren’t happy

New plans for a road in Royton have been confirmed after a public consultation earlier this year.

Date Published 24/11/2025

Much-loved after school club that closed down suddenly to be demolished

A much-loved after school club in Oldham that closed down suddenly last year is now to be demolished.

Date Published 24/11/2025


Hulme nursery to close down as Grade-listed building sold off as potential new school

A prestigious school in Oldham is selling off its grade-listed nursery building as it prepares to completely ‘phase out’ its Kindergarten.

Date Published 24/11/2025

King's Award delight for Side by Side Counselling and the MyColdhurst team

Two local community groups have been awarded the prestigious King's Award for Voluntary Service.

Date Published 22/11/2025


Lidl reveals opening date for newest Oldham store

Lidl has confirmed that its newest store on Albert Street in Oldham will open this Thursday (27th).

Date Published 22/11/2025

SPARK Oldham CIC celebrates International Men’s Day

SPARK Oldham CIC, a non-profit Community Interest Company, hosted an event for International Men’s Day at Grains Bar Hotel in Oldham.

Date Published 22/11/2025


Locals oppose new ‘mudslide’ footpath in Saddleworth

The path keeps giving way beneath our feet.

Date Published 22/11/2025

Stranded family rescued by 12-strong Oldham team

A 12-strong squad from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team were called out to assist a family of eight, consisting of adults and children, who had become stuck in Birchen Clough, close to...

Date Published 22/11/2025


All the new 20mph zones planned for Oldham

Several new 20mph zones are due to be introduced on roads around Oldham.

Date Published 20/11/2025

‘You sit there, and you don’t even look at what you’re bidding on, you just bid.’

The longest wait for a one-bedroom social housing apartment in Oldham is 101 years.

Date Published 20/11/2025


Police raid nets £150k in cash and a spiked baseball bat

Greater Manchester Police County Lines officers seized £150,000 in cash, a weapon and arrested one man in an early morning raid.

Date Published 20/11/2025

The countdown is on for Dr Kershaw’s’ Christmas Fayre

Get into the festive spirit with a magical afternoon of fun, food and entertainment this Sunday (November 23).

Date Published 19/11/2025


Oldham students get creative as they raise vital funds for SPARK

Staff and students at Oldham Sixth Form College have been busy fundraising and collecting donations for the SPARK Oldham Christmas Fundraising Challenge over the last couple of...

Date Published 19/11/2025

Saddleworth to be affected by roadworks as part of a £380m programme

Saddleworth will be affected by road works from next week as United Utilities carries out £270k worth of improvement works.

Date Published 19/11/2025


Throstle Court residents become music icons for Andy's Man Club charity showpiece

Retirement Living residents in Oldham transformed themselves into music legends to support a cause close to their hearts.

Date Published 19/11/2025

Sharp frosts and lovely sunny skies beckon, but less colder air and rain will return soon

We had our first early taste of winter this week.

Date Published 19/11/2025


The children’s home where kids ‘left prematurely because staff couldn’t handle their needs’

A children’s home in Oldham has been told it needs to improve after one youngster ‘had to leave prematurely because staff could not meet their needs’, a government watchdog has...

Date Published 19/11/2025

Two councillors switch allegiances for the second time in a year

A councillor duo in Oldham have returned to the local Conservative group just seven months after quitting the party.

Date Published 19/11/2025


Visiting Angels celebrate regional win at prestigious Great British Care Awards

Local business Visiting Angels Manchester East have been named winners of the Care Employer Award at the Great British Care Awards - North West Region, 2025.

Date Published 18/11/2025

Trio charged following probe into 2024 Oldham shooting

Three people have been charged following an investigation into a firearm discharge incident at a business on Minton Street in Oldham in April 2024.

Date Published 17/11/2025


Residents unable to return home for days after tree collapses on their homes in Royton

Two neighbours have been left unable to return home after a tree came crashing down on their houses in Royton during Storm Claudia.

Date Published 17/11/2025

Pub can reopen after alleged assault took place outside

A pub in Failsworth will reopen to the public for the first time since police ordered the venue to shut down following an alleged assault. 

Date Published 17/11/2025


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