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Council leader makes planning campaign vow after 5G mast concerns

'Terrified' residents and 'devastated' business owners close to a newly-erected 5G mast on Lord Lane in Failsworth have a sympathetic ear from the leader of Oldham Council, who lives close to the giant structure.

Date Published 18/09/2020


Two thirds think Government should intervene to make Britain fairer - cross-party report

Debbie Abrahams, MP for Oldham East and Saddleworth and Vice-Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on the Green New Deal, has welcomed the Group’s ‘Reset’ inquiry which has...

Date Published 19/09/2020

Sharp-eyed Phil snaps up success

A Saddleworth photographer has scooped a top national award with a picture of a local brass band musician.

Date Published 18/09/2020


Suspected loan shark arrested in Oldham

A man was arrested on suspicion of illegal money lending and money laundering following an operation in Oldham.

Date Published 18/09/2020

Police appeal to trace Brian's next of kin

Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace the next of kin of a man from Chadderton.

Date Published 18/09/2020


Arena bombing victim Lisa was 'a true angel'

The heart-broken husband of Royton mum-of-two Lisa Lees, who lost her life in the Manchester Arena bombing, told the public inquiry into the atrocity in May, 2017, that she was a...

Date Published 18/09/2020

Are you a lucky Dr Kershaw's Lottery winner?

This week's Dr Kershaw's winners have been announced (September 18).

Date Published 18/09/2020


Austerlands Remembrance Day commemorations cancelled

Plans for the annual Remembrance Day Service at Austerlands have been cancelled due to the latest 'rule of six' restrictions. 

Date Published 18/09/2020

Over 40 reported for speeding during Project EDWARD Day of Action

Officers from GMP's Safer Transport Team have been out in force across this week focusing on speeding and driving offences.

Date Published 18/09/2020


Passengers urged to consider travel options as transport gets busier

Public transport use is gradually increasing as people across Greater Manchester start to return to education and employment. 

Date Published 18/09/2020

Changes for passengers as major accessibility upgrade at Mills Hill station goes on

Passengers are being advised about changes to journeys at Mills Hill railway station in Chadderton as its multi-million-pound accessibility upgrade enters its next phase.

Date Published 18/09/2020


Police appeal after motorcyclist dies following M60 collision

A man has died following a collision on the M60. 

Date Published 18/09/2020

Hospice makes Donna and Mark's wedding dreams come true

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice in Royton organised a couple’s big day within 72 hours to make their wedding dreams come true for a patient.

Date Published 18/09/2020


Improvements made to Dovestone but extra step needed says Lib Dem councillor

Throughout the summer there have been concerns from locals over parking at Dovestone.

Date Published 17/09/2020

Debbie walks in memory of her mum

Oldham East and Saddleworth MP, Debbie Abrahams, is encouraging local people to support the work of Alzheimer’s Society by taking part in this year’s Memory Walk event to help the...

Date Published 17/09/2020


Hospital Trusts across Greater Manchester ask ‘don’t go to A&E’ for Covid test

After news we published earlier on Wednesday (16th September 2020) about people attending Accident and Emergency in order to get a Coronavirus test, Greater Manchester Health and...

Date Published 16/09/2020

Oldham sees highest daily new cases since start of pandemic

Oldham has recorded its highest daily total of new coronavirus cases since the pandemic began as infections in town centre hotspots shoot back up.

Date Published 16/09/2020


Calls for ‘targeted’ curfews at venues in high infection areas

Calls have been made for ‘targeted’ curfews to be imposed on bars, restaurants and supermarkets in parts of Greater Manchester with high coronavirus infection rates.

Date Published 17/09/2020

A&E departments seeing ‘significant’ increase in people turning up in search of a coronavirus test

A&E departments across Greater Manchester are seeing a ‘significant’ increase in the number of people turning up in search of a coronavirus test, a town hall boss has said.

Date Published 16/09/2020


Families move into new FCHO affordable housing development in Royton

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has completed its latest housing development in Royton, with the first families starting to move in.

Date Published 16/09/2020

Teenage gang car-jack woman at knife-point in Oldham

A teenage gang left a woman shaken after car-jacking her at knife-point in Oldham, kicking off a mini crime spree which included a Police car ending up on its roof.

Date Published 16/09/2020


Leaders in Oldham tell government to ‘get a grip’ as testing crisis deepens

Leaders in Oldham have demanded the government gets a grip of coronavirus testing after a change to the system sparked chaos – including a ‘massive’ queue at one of the borough’s...

Date Published 16/09/2020

Another day of chaos in Greater Manchester’s coronavirus testing system

It’s been another day of chaos for the coronavirus testing system in Greater Manchester.

Date Published 16/09/2020


Dobcross minister features in BBC songs of praise programme

A popular Saddleworth church curate and his family will share their special flock on BBC’s Songs of Praise this Sunday with the Rev. Kate Bottley.

Date Published 16/09/2020

Birds of prey success

Peregrine falcons had their best year in a decade, with six known nesting attempts reported say the Peak District Bird of Prey Initiative.

Date Published 15/09/2020


Saddleworth School accused of 'cover-ups' after pupil is left with slashed face

A parent is accusing Saddleworth School of cover ups after her daughter was injured in a fight last week.

Date Published 15/09/2020

Battle of Britain thank you message from Oldham Mayor

Oldham's Mayor Ginny Alexander has issued a stirring message to to mark 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain today (Tuesday).

Date Published 15/09/2020


Fielding salutes funding boost for new unemployed

An innovative programme designed to help newly-unemployed people in Greater Manchester find work has received a £13m funding boost from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Date Published 15/09/2020

Testing your speed in Springhead

Two speed and volume tests are to be run at Cooper Street in Springhead, after growing concerns from residents about a combination of high speeds and heavy traffic at school

Date Published 15/09/2020


Electrification ‘desperately needed' for Greenfield station

Full electrification is ‘desperately needed' at Greenfield station, Oldham East and Saddleworth MP Debbie Abrahams has said in a letter to the transport secretary, Grant Shapps.

Date Published 14/09/2020

“This chaos can’t carry on” - MP McMahon

Over the weekend people across Oldham were turned away from walk-in Covid-19 testing centres and told that tests were not available without appointment, despite advice on the...

Date Published 15/09/2020


Pair arrested after man is stabbed and left with serious injuries

Two men have been arrested after a man was left in a serious condition in hospital after a stabbing incident in Oldham.

Date Published 14/09/2020

Metrolink works reminder ahead of the weekend

Metrolink passengers are being reminded of planned works taking place on the Oldham to Rochdale line this weekend. 

Date Published 14/09/2020


The 'rule of six': What is it and what does it mean for you?

Gatherings of more than six people in England is now illegal.

Date Published 14/09/2020

Band Club's message of hope

A historic band club, a centre of excellence for more than 100 years, has given a message of hope against a background of the coronavirus.

Date Published 14/09/2020


Parish councillor bows out after 12 years

Genial Neil Allsopp has resigned from Saddleworth Parish Council after nearly 12 years of public service.

Date Published 14/09/2020

GMP gears up for NPCC - 'One Road One Week' campaign

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is encouraging road users to take extra care as the force supports the NPCC - One Road One Week campaign.

Date Published 14/09/2020


Oldham man charged with possessing an offensive weapon in a public place

An Oldham man has been charged with possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and will appear in court next month.

Date Published 14/09/2020

Alphin stretcher plays its part again in dramatic rescue of 12-year-old girl

The rescue of a 12-year-old girl who survived a horrific fall revealed a remarkable story behind the stretcher that saved her.

Date Published 14/09/2020


Saddleworth the latest school to send pupils home following Covid diagnosis

Saddleworth School is the latest in the Borough to order some pupils to isolate at home following a positive case of coronavirus.

Date Published 14/09/2020

Police appeal to trace Eric's next of kin

Police are appealing for the public's help to trace the next of kin of a man from Oldham.

Date Published 14/09/2020


Woman endured 'frightening' assault while out running in Oldham

Did you witness an assault in Oldham?

Date Published 14/09/2020

North West private sector sees sustained growth in business activity during August

Businesses in the North West recorded sustained growth in activity during August, latest UK regional PMI® data showed.

Date Published 14/09/2020


Jane urges Oldhamers to raise money for people with cancer and get a night of culture on the sofa

Cancer charity Maggie’s is calling on people to raise funds and enjoy a virtual night of entertainment from the comfort of their own home on Friday, September 25.

Date Published 13/09/2020

Explore the past as the Oldham Histories Festival goes digital

Despite current restrictions, Gallery Oldham, Oldham Local Studies and Archives and other partners are continuing with the annual Oldham Histories Festival.

Date Published 13/09/2020


Burnham calls for winter shielding programme to provide ‘maximum protection’ for region’s most vulnerable

Andy Burnham has called for a shielding programme to provide ‘maximum protection’ for Greater Manchester’s most vulnerable residents over the winter.

Date Published 12/09/2020

GMP officers utilise key medical training to help save member of the public

Two Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers helped save the life of a member of the public when he suffered a heart attack at the wheel of his HGV on the motorway and collided...

Date Published 12/09/2020


The bell rings for Bella as Dogs Trust takes its two millionth call

Dogs Trust’s national contact centre is celebrating answering its two-millionth call from members of the dog loving public.

Date Published 12/09/2020

Four sentenced following four violent city centre robberies

Four men have been sentenced following four violent robberies committed across Manchester city centre.

Date Published 11/09/2020


Northern reminds customers of timetable change next week

Northern is reminding customers to plan carefully ahead of the introduction of new timetables next week.

Date Published 11/09/2020

GMP’s specialist unit of officers crack down on vehicle thefts and organised crime

GMP’s specialist team of highly trained and dedicated officers has recovered over £6.6million worth of stolen vehicles in Greater Manchester over the last 12 months.

Date Published 11/09/2020


Are you a lucky Dr Kershaw's Lottery winner?

This week's Dr Kershaw's winners have been announced (September 11).

Date Published 11/09/2020

What lessons does borough have for Bolton?

Bosses in Oldham say they can ‘offer lessons learned’ to Bolton on how to bring down a coronavirus spike after they narrowly avoided a full local lockdown. 

Date Published 11/09/2020


Why Oldham residents are running the risk of causing a gas explosion

A safety warning has been issued after evidence suggests that most of Greater Manchester’s residents don’t know what to do if they were to smell gas.

Date Published 11/09/2020

Betsy says ‘covid is still real’ as she returns to the classroom and mum returns to work following COVID-19 diagnosis

A primary school pupil preparing to head back to the classroom has spoken out about the need for people to maintain social distancing, wear a mask and keep washing their hands to...

Date Published 11/09/2020


Police appeal after gunshots are fired

Police are appealing for information following a firearm discharge in Blackley.

Date Published 11/09/2020

Burnham slams government over way it has handled a string of announcements about coronavirus restrictions

Andy Burnham has slammed health secretary Matt Hancock for the way the government has announced a string of new coronavirus restrictions affecting Greater Manchester.

Date Published 11/09/2020


Oldham's Mayor posts important message on World Suicide Prevention Day

Oldhams mayor Ginny Alexander posted a sensitive video message to mark World Suicide Prevention Day which is observed internationally on the 10th of September every year.

Date Published 11/09/2020

Over half of LGBTQ+ people with religious parents fear coming out to them

Today marks World Suicide Awareness day (10th September). Over half of LGBTQ+ people who have religious parents are not out with 64% saying they struggle with suicidal thoughts,...

Date Published 10/09/2020


GMP urge people to report crimes or suspicious activity to them rather than social media

Police have issued an alert highlighting a rise in vehicle crime across the Saddleworth West and Lees area.

Date Published 10/09/2020

"We aren’t out of the woods yet" - message from Sean Fielding

Let’s not mess up all the hard work we’ve done over the last few weeks.

Date Published 10/09/2020


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