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The fire on Saddleworth Moor in June 2018.

Ban agreed for BBQ's on Saddleworth Moors

People are now banned from taking barbecues, fireworks and sky lanterns on to Saddleworth Moor – and can be fined £100 if caught.

Date Published 19/09/2019


Men are being urged to have prostate cancer checks

This is what UK men need to know about asking their GP for a prostate cancer check, according to experts. 

Date Published 19/09/2019

Police incident at car park in Oldham

Tape in is in place at a car park off Egerton Street in Oldham.

Date Published 19/09/2019


Oldhamers raise money in hike for Francis House Chidren's Hospice

Oldham resident Anthony Shaw and friend Andrew Lindsay from the football fanzine ‘United We Stand’ hit upon the idea of a walking challenge to raise money for charity.

Date Published 19/09/2019

Oldhamers march in the Battle of Britain Memorial Parade

Oldhamers marched through the town to commemorate the RAF veterans on Sunday 15th September.

Date Published 18/09/2019


Record fundraising total at Rochdale charity golf day

Heywood-based Logic Wealth Planning scored a record fundraising total at their annual charity golf day in early September, raising vital funds for Springhill Hospice in Rochdale. 

Date Published 18/09/2019

£400 on the spot fine for fly-tippers introduced in Oldham

People are to face on-the-spot fines of £400 if they dump waste in Oldham.

Date Published 18/09/2019


Have you seen this man from Tameside?

Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a wanted man from Tameside.

Date Published 17/09/2019

Saddleworth Councillor stands as candidate in borough elections

Councillor Steve Hewitt, a campaigning community champion heading a conservation group, has been told he can stand as a candidate again in next year’s borough elections.

Date Published 17/09/2019


Dog owners unaware of deadly disease across the UK

Millions of dog owners are unaware of a deadly disease spreading across the UK, according to new research. 

Date Published 17/09/2019

Poor planning at Oldham children's home led to incidents of ‘self harm’

‘Poor planning’ at a children’s home led to increased incidents of vulnerable youngsters self harming, going missing and being aggressive to staff, a watchdog has found.

Date Published 17/09/2019


Rochdale market to close in October

Rochdale Market is being closed, with the last trading day set for Monday 14th October. 

Date Published 16/09/2019

Road races come to Oldham

Oldham’s Trojan mayor was on the front line leading the applause when the Tour of Britain cycle race came  to town.

Date Published 16/09/2019


CCTV image released of last movements of man that was murdered in Rochdale

Detectives have released a CCTV image of John Rimmer’s last known movements in Rochdale. 

Date Published 16/09/2019

Saddleworth villages unite over concerns over traffic, safety and speeding issues

Three Saddleworth villages are presenting a united front in a bid to address residents growing concerns over increased traffic and speeding issues.

Date Published 16/09/2019


Police appeal over man wanted to return to prison

Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a man from Clayton, Manchester who is wanted on recall to prison.

Date Published 16/09/2019

Tree champion criticised by housing protestors

Oldham’s first tree champion has been labelled a “hypocrite” after voting in favour of a new housing scheme which protestors say will destroy a picturesque valley.

Date Published 16/09/2019


World First Aid Day: schoolchildren to get lifesaving skills

For the very first time, school children across England will learn lifesaving skills as part of the school curriculum, a monumental moment after ten years of campaigning by the...

Date Published 14/09/2019

The Oldham Sports Awards 2019- It’s nearly time!

It’s nearly time for the glitzy presentation evening at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Oldhamers are now being urged not to miss out on their chance to celebrate with their local...

Date Published 13/09/2019


Emergency funds allocated to Oldham food banks in case of no-deal Brexit

Town hall bosses in Oldham have put aside £20k to subsidise food banks in the borough in the event of a no-deal Brexit.

Date Published 13/09/2019

The Oldham Sports Awards 2019- one week to go

It’s a week to go until the glitzy presentation evening at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Oldhamers are now being urged not to miss out on their chance to celebrate with their local...

Date Published 13/09/2019


Man charged with murder after fight outside Oldham pub.

A man has been charged with murder after a large fight outside a pub in Failsworth. 

Date Published 13/09/2019

Road issues in Saddleworth continue

Three way traffic lights and work on a gas pipe will herald the start of essential drain work on a key Saddleworth link road on Monday.

Date Published 13/09/2019


The 2019 Oldham Sports Awards- get prepared!

Get prepared for the glitzy presentation evening at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Oldhamers are now being urged not to miss out on their chance to celebrate with their local sporting...

Date Published 12/09/2019

Tributes are paid to man who was murdered in Rochdale

The family of a man who was murdered in Rochdale have paid tribute to him.

Date Published 12/09/2019


A&E attendances twice as high for people in the most deprived areas as in the least deprived

There were more than twice as many attendances to Accident and Emergency departments in England for the 10% of the population living in the most deprived areas (3.1 million),...

Date Published 12/09/2019

The Oldham Sports Awards 2019- get ready

Get ready for the glitzy presentation evening at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Oldhamers are now being urged not to miss out on their chance to celebrate with their local sporting...

Date Published 12/09/2019


Oldham Council to ask PM for help with Kashmir human rights issue

Oldham Council has resolved to get Boris Johnson to write about the plight of the Kashmiri people to the Indian Government - and ensure the region is no longer bereft of basic...

Date Published 12/09/2019

Oldham GP practice with ‘dirty and dusty’ rooms is placed in special measures

A GP surgery had dirty and dusty rooms and employed ‘people they knew’ without checking references.

Date Published 11/09/2019


Dr Kershaw's Hospice van stolen from supermarket in Chadderton

Dr Kershaw's Hospice are appealing for help after their van was stolen from a supermarket in Chadderton.

Date Published 11/09/2019

Oldham ranked as one of the UK's worst for retail

Oldham has been named as one of the UK’s least successful in a ranking of UK retail centres, and has been selected as one of 50 additional locations to receive funding to...

Date Published 11/09/2019


The Oldham Sports Awards 2019- the countdown is on

The countdown is on for the glitzy presentation evening at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Oldhamers are now being urged not to miss out on their chance to celebrate with their local...

Date Published 11/09/2019

New Dolby cinema opens in Manchester

A brand new Dolby cinema screen has opened at ODEON Trafford Centre.

Date Published 11/09/2019


Greater Manchester Mayor pays tribute to Vincent Kompany

Mayor Andy Burnham has paid tribute to Vincent Kompany ahead of tonight’s testimonial match for his “courage, passion and determination” to tackling homelessness in Greater...

Date Published 11/09/2019

Fears for traffic chaos in Saddleworth villages

VILLAGERS living in a community which saw their iconic memorial wrecked by a wayward lorry, are bracing themselves for increased traffic problems.

Date Published 11/09/2019


Murder investigation launched following death of a man in Rochdale

A 54-year-old man was taken to hospital at around 1:30am on Thursday 5th September 2019, with severe injuries to his head and face. 

Date Published 10/09/2019

Plan for 200 homes in Rochdale sparks ‘fast-track’ development fears

Campaigners are worried green spaces in their villages are being ‘fast tracked’ for development after plans for a new housing estate were submitted.

Date Published 10/09/2019


Saddleworth farm owners support Tour of Britain with distinctive log logo

The enterprising owners of a Saddleworth farm are taking to the air in a novel bid to support riders on Stage 8 of the Tour of Britain on Saturday.

Date Published 10/09/2019

Travel advice ahead of sport events this weekend

TfGM offers travel advice as Greater Manchester plays host to a range of high-profile sporting events this weekend (14-15 September).

Date Published 10/09/2019


The 2019 Oldham Sports Awards- not long to go!

It’s nearly time for the glitzy presentation evening at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Oldhamers are now being urged not to miss out on their chance to celebrate with their local...

Date Published 10/09/2019

Saddleworth Village Olympics opening celebrations

The 2019 Saddleworth Village Olympics launched in spectacular style at the weekend with an memorable opening celebration.

Date Published 10/09/2019


Oldham jobs fair returns

Oldham’s biggest jobs fair is back.

Date Published 10/09/2019

Church eco teams go into battle

Congregations at Saddleworth’s iconic village churches are being urged to take part in award-winning eco surveys covering parish life.

Date Published 09/09/2019


Oldham Council pay tribute to emergency services with flag raising ceremony

Oldham Council has today paid tribute to those who have lost their lives working for the emergency services with a special flag raising ceremony.

Date Published 09/09/2019

Oldham man speaks out ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day

An Oldham man, who has battled depression to become an ambassador for men’s mental health, has shared his story to help inspire others.

Date Published 10/09/2019


A toast to the Cob and Coal

Oldham’s newest micro bar has been given a positive thumbs up by the council’s leader, officers and punters.

Date Published 09/09/2019

Brexit party candidate for Oldham East and Saddleworth announced

Paul Taylor has been announced as prospective parliamentary candidate for the Brexit Party, for Oldham East and Saddleworth Constituency.

Date Published 09/09/2019


Two arrested after fire at a block of flats in Rochdale

A man and woman have been arrested following a fire at a block of flats in Rochdale. 

Date Published 09/09/2019

Shaw cyclist takes Tour of Britain

The famous Tour of Britain has started this weekend in Scotland (7th September) and today cyclists will take to the streets of Berkwick-upon-Tweed and Newcastle-upon-Tyne in stage...

Date Published 09/09/2019


Band club's raising high note

A celebrated band club has hit a new high note on its rising return to good fortune.

Date Published 09/09/2019

Five men injured after car collides into a house in Oldham

Police are appealing for information after a car collided into a house in Oldham.

Date Published 06/09/2019


Dr Kershaw's Lottery Winners 6th September

Dr Kershaw's Lottery Winners have been announced (6th September).

Date Published 06/09/2019

Oldham among places to benefit from £3.6 billion Towns Fund.

Oldham, Rochdale, Bolton and Cheadle are among the places, which will benefit from a new Government initiative.

Date Published 06/09/2019


Oldham features in new Greater Manchester 'Voices' map.

An interactive online map has been launched for Greater Manchester residents to plot the geographic boundaries of their own accents and dialects.

Date Published 06/09/2019

Trainee nurse murdered in Denton, after drugs row

A man who murdered a trainee nurse in Denton to fund his drug habit, has been jailed for life. 

Date Published 06/09/2019


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