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From left, HPP staff Matt Barker, Shaun Nolan, Mark Staines, Dan Mounsey, Matt Barber, Stuart Hyde and Henley Bailey prepare for the Three Peaks of Saddleworth Challenge

HPP is supporting Mahdlo Youth Zone with sponsored three peaks challenge in Saddleworth

Furniture components manufacturer Hill’s Panel Products (HPP) is supporting the Mahdlo Youth Zone by joining a sponsored hike across the Pennine hills of Saddleworth.

Date Published 18/06/2019


Mossley solicitors running to complete Tour of Tameside for charity

Staff from O’Donnell Solicitors are currently training for a series of fundraising runs to support their nominated charity of the year, Emmaus Mossley.

Date Published 12/06/2019

Travelodge signs up to join Lidl at Oldham Mumps

Oldham Council have announced major UK hotel chain Travelodge has signed a deal to join Lidl as anchor tenants at the Prince’s Gate development at Oldham Mumps.

Date Published 30/05/2019


A glimpse into the future at Electric Car event

For many businesses the prospect of running their fleet of vehicles on electricity still seems to be something for the future, well now that future has become a reality with one...

Date Published 29/05/2019

Women's business event at the Oldham Colesium a success

The event was planned and run by ladies from Oldham Enterprise Trust and YENO (Young Enterprise Network Oldham), with the main focus to highlight the many entrepreneurial skills...

Date Published 22/05/2019


Wiggett Homes welcome the Mayor of Oldham to New Development in Werneth

Wiggett Homes held a community open house event at Clock Tower View, an exclusive development of three and four bedroom new homes situated behind Werneth Cricket Club.

Date Published 20/05/2019

Crazy golf fun as Professional Oldham visits events specialist Team Spirit

Crazy golf was among the activities when networking group Professional Oldham held its latest gathering at corporate events and experiential firm Team Spirit.

Date Published 15/05/2019


First Choice Homes host awards for boost in funding for community groups in Oldham

More than 20 community groups which are creating social opportunities, improving well-being and breaking down barriers in Oldham have benefited from a share of £13,000 of...

Date Published 14/05/2019

Oldham Council awards grant to businesses across Oldham

Over the last five years Oldham Council has awarded more than £146,000 to support 50 businesses thanks to Shaw, Lees and A62 (Failsworth corridor) Business Improvement Grant...

Date Published 14/05/2019


Winners honoured at Oldham Business Awards 2019

The winners of the Oldham Business Awards 2019 have been unveiled during a completely sold-out gala awards ceremony at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in Oldham on Friday night.

Date Published 29/04/2019

Future Safety win new award category at the North West Business Masters Awards 2019

Future Safety are honoured to have won the Family Business category at the North West Business Masters Awards 2019 which took place at Gorton Monastery on Thursday 7th March. 

Date Published 15/04/2019


The Growth Company calls for Oldham businesses to join new scale-up programme

The Growth Company is looking for ambitious businesses in Oldham who are ready to take the leap to global success by applying to its Global Scale-up Programme. 

Date Published 11/04/2019

Polish medical directors based in Oldham are featured in The Parliamentary Review

The two founding directors of Ascroft Medical, Krzysztof Zemlik and Dr Piotr Kieruzel have been highlighted in The Parliamentary Review 2019.

Date Published 10/04/2019


£3 million redevelopment of Oldham Mill offers self-storage, business and events space.

An Oldham mill is being converted into self-storage, office, business and hospitality events spaces in a £3million redevelopment programme which could also create 100 jobs.

Date Published 08/04/2019

Failsworth born apprentice has been named Apprentice of the Year at a national awards ceremony

22-year-old Sophie Hukin from Failsworth, was one of two apprentices who fought off stiff competition from a record number of entries across the country to receive a trophy at the...

Date Published 02/04/2019


Oldham Business Edge Spring 2019 edition out now

The Spring 2019 edition of Oldham Business Edge magazine is out now, available for free in print and digital formats.

Date Published 28/03/2019

Finalists looking forward to 2019 Oldham Business Awards

Shortened finalists for the 2019 Oldham Business Awards have spoken about their pride and excitement ahead of the awards ceremony taking place at the end of April.

Date Published 21/03/2019


Oldham Council pledges £100,000 to help businesses create jobs

Oldham Council is pledging £100,000 to help boost businesses in the borough by offering local firms the chance to apply for funding to help them grow and expand.

Date Published 20/03/2019

Oldham-based IT firm appoints new Technical Support Engineer

Oldham based tech firm, Aspect IT, has appointed Technical Support Engineer Rob Reeves following their continued business expansion.

Date Published 18/03/2019


Dawson Precision Components Engineer retires after 50 years with company

British engineering company Dawson Precision Components has paid tribute to a long-serving employee who has retired after 50 years with the company.

Date Published 15/03/2019

Oldham Law Association highlights the 100th anniversary of historic change for women entering the legal professions

Oldham Law Association marks the 100th anniversary of a historic change for women entering legal professions such as solicitors and barristers.

Date Published 15/03/2019


Oldham business networking group donates £1,000 to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice

A cheque was presented to the hospice recently during the latest professional Oldham social gathering at Oldham Event Centre.

Date Published 15/03/2019

Nominations announced for Oldham’s Business Awards

The shortlisted of finalists have been unveiled for the eleventh annual Oldham Business Awards 2019 at a reception hosted by Innovative Technology.

Date Published 15/03/2019


Oldham food business makes new trade ties

A food company from the town has been showing off it's products for a World audience

Date Published 21/02/2019

Oldham company saved after management buy-out

Quantum Profile Systems provides construction products for builders' merchants and window manufacturers

Date Published 20/02/2019


Judging now underway for the Oldham Business Awards

The panel is whittling down a record number of entrants to shortlist the finalists

Date Published 14/02/2019

Oldham business shortlisted for kitchen industry awards

Fineline Interiors will find out if they've won this weekend

Date Published 14/02/2019


Legal firm secure Paul Scholes to Oldham deal

A Manchester firm has been instrumental in bringing Paul Scholes to Boundary Park

Date Published 13/02/2019

Oldham business gives Liverpool FC Disabled Supporters Association a stepping-stone for growth

Tech firm from the town helping out Premier league Club supporters

Date Published 12/02/2019


Business community defy the snow and ice

Networking event hailed a success despite bad weather

Date Published 11/02/2019

Oldham manufacturer opens new £3million production line

Hill's Panel Products is expected to be able to increase its output by around 50 per cent.

Date Published 04/02/2019


Candidate left to ‘cry at bus stop’ after ‘abusive’ interview with Oldham company

A woman has taken to social media to describe an “abusive” interview she attended while trying to get a job at an Oldham company which left her to “cry at the bus stop”

Date Published 31/01/2019

New boss for Royal Oldham Hospital

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Group - which oversees the Royal Oldham Hospital - have announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive.

Date Published 29/01/2019


Oldham business announces new funding deal

James Briggs Limited is one of the town's biggest employers

Date Published 25/01/2019

Oldham businesses could be at risk of paying too much tax

The self-assessment deadline is looming, and leaving it late could cause mistakes that lead to overpayments

Date Published 23/01/2019


Pledge to introduce free bus travel for 16 to 18 year olds

Greater Manchester's Mayor, Andy Burnham, has pledged to improve the city-region’s bus network, including introducing free bus travel for 16 to 18-year olds.

Date Published 22/01/2019

No deal Brexit "could cost North-West economy £20bn a year"

The CBI - which represents businesses across the UK - claim leaving the EU without a deal could have "devastating long-term impact" on the North-West economy.

Date Published 22/01/2019


Oldham firm shortlisted for Business Masters award

Aspect IT, which celebrated its 15th year in business in 2018, has been shortlisted in the Contribution to the Community category.

Date Published 21/01/2019

Oldham Council to discuss new eco-centre and Northern roots

The ageing Alexandra Park depot could be redeveloped and replaced with an environmental centre of excellence.

Date Published 21/01/2019


LLK team increases by two

Oldham-based pizza equipment company, Linda Lewis Kitchens (LLK), have announced the recruitment of two new members onto their team – Sales and Customer Care Co-ordinator Georgia...

Date Published 11/01/2019

PMD expands with new invoice finance division

Oldham-based business finance firm PMD has expanded, with the introduction of a new invoice finance division.

Date Published 10/01/2019


Chronicle and Revolution 96.2 agree unique deal with Athletic

Credible Media – owners of Revolution 96.2, the Oldham Chronicle and three local magazines – have signed a unique sponsorship deal with Oldham Athletic Football Club.

Date Published 09/01/2019

Divorce needs to be handled sensitively

January is always a busy time for divorce lawyers, and today is the day that more people start divorce proceedings than any other day in the year.

Date Published 08/01/2019


Francis really is a Star apprentice

A trainee electrician from Oldham has won ‘Apprentice of the Year' in The Guinness Partnership's Star Awards.

Date Published 08/01/2019

A lifesize Barbie Doll and a box full of company accounts make the 2018 Travelodge list of bizarre 'left behinds' in Oldham

Where would you find a life size Barbie doll, a box full of company accounts and buckets of fresh flowers - where else but Travelodge’s Lost and Found office in Oldham.  

Date Published 03/01/2019


Recipharm consider pulling the plug on local site

With just days to go before Christmas, a local pharmaceutical company have announced they are considering pulling out of the region, putting approximately 140 jobs at risk.

Date Published 19/12/2018

OCL are tops for customer service

Oldham Community Leisure (OCL) has been awarded a Silver Customer Engagement Award for dedication to its customers.

Date Published 18/12/2018


Mike's delight at Northwood award

Northwood Oldham's Mike Procter has been crowned winner of the Auction Sales category at Northwood’s Annual Awards.

Date Published 17/12/2018

Award delight for Oldham-based County

An Oldham independent car and van hire company, which has been instrumental in setting industry standards, has won a national award.

Date Published 17/12/2018


Oldham Mazda spreading the joy of Christmas

Oldham Mazda has turned its showroom on Rochdale Road, St Mary's Way into a winter wonderland over the Christmas period.

Date Published 14/12/2018

Pearson is Business Awards' headline sponsor

Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers has been unveiled as the headline sponsor for 2019 Oldham Business Awards.

Date Published 13/12/2018


Chadderton outfit nominated for FOUR national care awards

Future Directions CIC have made the final of the Skills for Care Accolades, awards recognising social care organisations that invest in their staff so they can offer high quality...

Date Published 13/12/2018

London award delight for GoSimpleTax

Oldham-based GoSimpleTax is celebrating after being awarded a prestigious Financial Innovation Award.

Date Published 12/12/2018


Greenhouses are the future!

It would seem that greenhouses are no longer the exclusive preserve of elderly men with pipes and wellies pottering with trowels.

Date Published 12/12/2018

LLK offer the gift of goodwill

Oldham-based pizza equipment company Linda Lewis Kitchens are breaking tradition this Christmas - instead of sending their suppliers gifts to show gratitude for their support...

Date Published 11/12/2018


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