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Marcia Jones and Shannon O’Hara are at either end of the picture outside their new Royton premises

Prospects are 'Hot-ting' up in Royton

With cold weather seemingly set firm and travel to far away places still in doubt, many may wonder will they ever get that warm, summer glow on their body?

Date Published 07/05/2021


Stagecoach celebrates 25 years with livery starring long-serving staff

Stagecoach Manchester is celebrating 25 years of serving communities and connecting people across Greater Manchester, with a special livery bus featuring 30 of its longest serving...

Date Published 08/05/2021

Manchester India Partnership launches crisis call for India COVID support

The Manchester India Partnership (MIP), the organisation established in 2018 to develop Greater Manchester’s relationship with India, has launched an urgent call for crisis...

Date Published 06/05/2021


A brand new One Stop store is now open on Lees Road

Oldham shoppers have a new convenience store in town!

Date Published 05/05/2021

Redrow exchanges contracts on new, 200-home Cowlishaw site

Redrow has exchanged contracts on a new site in Cowlishaw, between Royton and Shaw, with plans to build more than 200 new homes and hopefully create almost 500 jobs.

Date Published 04/05/2021


Motoring: New labelling for tyres seeks to highlight efficiency and performance

As from today (Saturday, May 1), motorists will benefit from the introduction of a new label and innovative system to help them understand how well tyres perform, especially for...

Date Published 01/05/2021

Oldham adviser predicts rise in insolvencies and outlines business challenges ahead

The number of businesses going bust fell to the lowest quarterly total on record during the first three months of the year, according to official figures released today (Friday).

Date Published 30/04/2021


Oldham outfit Studio KMA confirm submission of full planning application for Middleton site

Leading Oldham architects, Studio KMA, have announced that a full planning application has been submitted for a new residential development at Oldham Road in Middleton, on behalf...

Date Published 29/04/2021

ENGIE completes sustainable homes for Oldham Council

Leading energy, services and regeneration specialist, ENGIE, has announced the completion of the £4m Primrose Bank project which involved the construction of 19 eco-friendly,...

Date Published 29/04/2021


Proud Oldhamer Muzahid chronicles how life on Mars Street was an entirely different planet

An entrepreneur who swapped life in a Bangladeshi village surrounded by paddy fields for a daily dose of division and bricks through the windows in 1980s Oldham, has now seen...

Date Published 29/04/2021

Greenfield firm celebrates after winning Queen's Award for Enterprise

Heritage Glasshouse and Greenhouse manufacturer Hartley Botanic has been recognised in this year’s prestigious Queen’s Awards for Enterprise for its work growing sales of its...

Date Published 29/04/2021


Su cooks up tasty Thai food at Tommyfield Market

A new outdoor stall at Tommyfield Market has been launched, serving freshly prepared Thai dishes.

Date Published 28/04/2021

Oldham manufacturers offered free Made Smarter guide to save pounds and the planet

Oldham manufacturers are being offered a free guide to help them take their first steps in reducing carbon emissions and become more sustainable. 

Date Published 27/04/2021


Virtual trade mission to New York for Oldham B2B tech companies

An innovative North-South collaboration will take local Black, Asian and mixed background tech founders on a five-day virtual trade mission to New York.

Date Published 24/04/2021

Massive sale beckons ahead of Oldham Debenhams store closure on May 2

There is set to be some huge bargains on offer at Debenhams in Oldham ahead of the store’s final closing date on May 2.

Date Published 23/04/2021


Morrisons becomes first UK supermarket to launch eco-friendly own brand shampoo and conditioner bars.

Morrisons has become the first UK supermarket to launch an own-brand range of shampoo and conditioner bars into its permanent haircare range.

Date Published 21/04/2021

Ultimate Products invest locally for £1.8m headquarters refit

Chadderton-based Ultimate Products, the owner, manager, designer and developer of an extensive range of value-focussed consumer goods brands, has invested £1.8 million in...

Date Published 21/04/2021


Oldham travel team open their doors as holiday bookings soar

Leading Oldham travel agency Barrhead Travel have reopened their doors today (Monday) and are welcoming back customers after seeing a boom in holiday bookings as lockdown eases. 

Date Published 19/04/2021

Local employers urged to upskill managers to better support workers with conflict, wellbeing and progression

Three leading organisations - with a shared purpose of driving good and fair work opportunities in Greater Manchester - have collaborated to produce a new guide full of insight...

Date Published 19/04/2021


Warm-hearted HPP director Dan takes on ultra-marathon for mental health cause

A director from Oldham furniture components manufacturer and distributor Hill’s Panel Products (HPP) is entering a 50km run to raise funds for a mental health charity in memory of...

Date Published 14/04/2021

How diversity and the digital could dig curry houses out of a pickle

Oldham restaurateurs have heard that a decent online presence allied to a proper business and marketing plan will help curry favour with new customers and revive them after COVID.

Date Published 14/04/2021


Morrisons is giving away 25 million sunflower seeds to customers from today.

Morrisons is giving away 25 million sunflower seeds to customers this week in an effort to spread hope and lift the spirits of the nation. 

Date Published 12/04/2021

Made Smarter virtual factory tours to accelerate digital adoption among Oldham manufacturers.

Made Smarter’s technology adoption programme is deploying smart glasses to SME manufacturers in Oldham to virtually fast track their digital adoption strategies and navigate...

Date Published 12/04/2021


Recovery in North West business activity gathers pace in March

The recovery in business activity across the North West private sector gathered pace in March, with higher demand and growing optimism towards the outlook in turn leading to a...

Date Published 12/04/2021

Oldhamers gearing up for a return to the pub - albeit outdoors for now

There is plenty of eagerness and anticipation in the air as Oldham gears up for the next vital stage 2 of coronavirus restrictions being lifted from this coming Monday (April 12).

Date Published 09/04/2021


Council animation celebrates the re-opening of Oldham’s high streets and reminds residents to do their bit to stay safe

With businesses across the borough preparing to re-open – a new animation from Oldham Council celebrates the past, present and future of the town centre.

Date Published 09/04/2021

Oldham's specialist job coaches who are here to help young people onto the jobs ladder

Thousands of young people will benefit from six-month intensive employment support packages as the Department for Work and Pensions recruits an extra 150 specialist Youth...

Date Published 08/04/2021


The Trafford Centre prepares to welcome visitors back on Monday

Visitors will be able to safely enjoy The Trafford Centre experience again from Monday (April 12), with favourite brands such as Selfridges, John Lewis, Zara and Primark at Barton...

Date Published 07/04/2021

Restart grants now open for applications in Oldham

Businesses forced to close during the national lockdown can now apply for a Restart Grant to help them reopen safely as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. 

Date Published 07/04/2021


Last chance to sign up for Growth Hub’s final Made for Manufacturing programme in 2021

Manufacturers in Greater Manchester have one last chance to benefit from a popular programme to help increase their productivity and get on the path to growth.

Date Published 06/04/2021

Blind England footballer’s business aims to help change perceptions about disability

A blind England international footballer is looking to educate thousands around the world about disability through his ground-breaking business.

Date Published 06/04/2021


Alan hangs up his pencil case after 50 years

Alan Doherty MCIAT, of Whittaker Design in Lees has announced he will be retiring from the company.

Date Published 01/04/2021

Award-winner Chris wants the North to truly make its mark in the film-making business

Any northerner worth his salt will fiercely defend his social status in any north-south divide discussions.

Date Published 01/04/2021


Jobs moving from Greater Manchester to London for a decade - Oldham councillor

New analysis by Cllr Mohon Ali, Oldham's Deputy Cabinet Member for Economy and Skills, appears to indicate the extent to which jobs have been shifted from Greater Manchester and...

Date Published 01/04/2021

Oldham Yodel Manager celebrates 40 years with parcel firm

Gary Fairclough, a Transport Supervisor at Yodel’s Shaw centre in Oldham, is celebrating 40 years of service with the independent parcel carrier.

Date Published 30/03/2021


More than 80 well-known employers commit to ‘first of its kind’ jobs fair this April

NorthWestWorks4U, the virtual jobs fair taking place this April, has announced that more than 80 big-name employers have signed up to advertise roles for jobseekers across the...

Date Published 29/03/2021

Operation CLOVER takes down prolific traders in counterfeit goods this Easter

The Anti-Counterfeiting Group (ACG), Facebook and the UK Intellectual Property Office’s Intelligence Hub are joining forces in another collaborative campaign, Operation CLOVER, to...

Date Published 27/03/2021


Hair salon owner Darren's five-star delight!

Darren Mitzi, from Darren Michael Hairdressing in Oldham, is celebrating after the Good Salon Guide recognised his business as a five-star Hair Salon.

Date Published 26/03/2021

Support is still available for Oldham businesses

In the last 12 months, businesses in Oldham have received more than £72million in financial support.

Date Published 26/03/2021


Lockdown one year on - what has it meant for Oldhamers?

It's one year ago today (March 23) since Prime Minister Boris Johnson ordered us all into lockdown as the coronavirus pandemic began to take hold of the nation.

Date Published 23/03/2021

Sykes takes fight for pubs and hospitality industry to party conference

Liberal Democrats endorsed Howard Sykes’s plea for more government and council support for the hard-pressed pub and hospitality trade at a special online fringe meeting hosted by...

Date Published 22/03/2021


MP Abrahams urges Government not to kick independent Covid inquiry "into the long grass"

Oldham East and Saddleworth MP Debbie Abrahams has urged the Government not to kick an independent public inquiry on Covid “into the long grass”.

Date Published 22/03/2021

More than 51,000 GM residents benefit from devolved skills training during pandemic

In an unprecedented year, the devolved budget for adult education has continued to deliver training opportunities and skills provision for people across Greater Manchester, a new...

Date Published 21/03/2021


Bus franchising wins support of scrutiny councillors, but concerns remain over plans

Greater Manchester’s bid to take control over its bus network has passed the first hurdle after councillors in charge of scrutinising the plans pledged their support.

Date Published 19/03/2021

Oldham entrepeneurs hope they have recipe for success

A new take-away ordering service has opened in Oldham.

Date Published 18/03/2021


Oldham expert urges firms to plan for long-term survival as insolvencies plummet

Firms urged to plan for long-term survival as insolvencies fall

Date Published 17/03/2021

Oldham auction house doubles operations after moving to larger warehouse

An Oldham auction house specialising in consumer goods has doubled revenues and workforce after moving to larger premises.

Date Published 14/03/2021


Oldhamers urged to shop local as business re-opening draws closer

With one month to go until the planned re-opening of businesses across the borough, Oldham Council is calling on the community to shop local and support local as much

Date Published 12/03/2021

Oldham care leavers are supported by local Chadderton firm

Oldham care leavers are set to benefit – thanks to a Chadderton firm’s kind donations.

Date Published 12/03/2021


Jodie continues to do her bit for the environment despite lockdown

A Chadderton-based entrepreneur has adapted her eco-friendly products business by launching online with a monthly subscription service.

Date Published 12/03/2021

Marching over one million steps for Maggie's

It was day 11 and the 11 Pearson staff taking part in the March Maggie’s step challenge had now walked over 1,500,000 steps.

Date Published 12/03/2021


More local businesses set to benefit from grants thanks to new scheme

Oldham Council has launched a new £500,000 funding pot to support businesses that are struggling to pay ongoing commercial property costs as a result of the pandemic. 

Date Published 12/03/2021

Plans for huge shared house cause outcry in Oldham village.

Plans to convert a former beauty salon into a huge shared house have caused outcry among residents of an Oldham village.

Date Published 10/03/2021


Triple awards nomination boost for talented Ashley

A Failsworth hair salon, owned by locally-based Ashley Higgins, has been nominated for THREE top industry awards.

Date Published 08/03/2021

Rochdale eyes new era as ‘centre of manufacturing excellence’ following £23.6m Towns Fund boost

Rochdale is eyeing an exciting future as a ‘centre of manufacturing excellence’ after it was awarded £23.6m from the government’s Towns Fund.

Date Published 08/03/2021


International Women’s Day column - Oldham-based housing association boss Donna says 'Never give up'

To mark International Women’s Day 2021, the theme of which is ‘choose to challenge’, Donna Cezair, who recently joined First Choice Homes Oldham as CEO, has spoken about the...

Date Published 08/03/2021

Lights, camera, action - Oldham makes a film to promote national Social Work Week

Oldham Council has joined forces with a range of Oldhamers, including young people, Oldham College and even a Rugby League great to film a video to celebrate social workers across...

Date Published 08/03/2021


February sees a marginal rise in business activity after slump at start of lockdown in January

Business activity across the North West private sector rose only fractionally in February, recovering very little of the ground lost at the beginning of the third national...

Date Published 08/03/2021

Concerns raised over flagship Riverside shopping centre after it emerges the council is liable for rent and business rates on empty units for next 34 years

Concerns have been raised over Rochdale’s flagship Riverside shopping centre after it emerged the council is liable for the rent and business rates on empty units.

Date Published 05/03/2021


Chancellor’s budget ‘a packet of polos’ missing many key policies, says Burnham

Andy Burnham has described Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Budget as a ‘packet of Polos’ boasting some ‘refreshing’ economic ideas – but with many policy-shaped holes.

Date Published 05/03/2021

Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce calls Corporation Tax Budget announcement: 'Significant reversal of Tory policy'.

A senior director at Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce has given a mixed reaction to today's Budget announcement, welcoming help for hospitality and tourism but saying there...

Date Published 03/03/2021


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