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Oldham Liberal Democrat Leader, Councillor Howard Sykes MBE

Lib-Dem leader announces Oldham 'Real Opposition' team for 22-23

Liberal Democrat Group Leader, Councillor Howard Sykes MBE, has announced his 'Real Opposition' team for 2022/23. 

Date Published 24/05/2022


The full list of Platinum Jubilee street parties and events to be held in Oldham

Oldham is set to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee in style.

Date Published 24/05/2022

Public urged to think carefully before attending the Royal Oldham A&E department as staff deal with high numbers and IT issues

The public in Oldham are being asked to help the local NHS by thinking carefully before attending the A&E department at the Royal Oldham Hospital.

Date Published 24/05/2022


Ellis gears up to tackle 33.3-mile running challenge for Mind

Regular runner Ellis Smith is taking on the 33.3-mile Tour of Tameside challenge to raise money for the mental health charity Mind – a cause close to his heart.

Date Published 24/05/2022

Popular Father John set to retire from St Joseph's after 41 years

After more than four memorable decades in the role, Father John Scanlan will retire as Parish Priest at St Joseph's in Shaw next month.

Date Published 24/05/2022


Spectacular wildlife exhibition comes to Gallery Oldham

Gallery Oldham’s latest exhibition features some of the most outstanding wildlife shots taken in the last decade.

Date Published 23/05/2022

The countdown is on to join the Race for Life in Oldham

People across Oldham are being urged to sign up to Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life as there are just a few weeks left until the big day.

Date Published 23/05/2022


Anti-lockdown event organiser fined by court for breaking Covid rules

A protester who organised anti-lockdown gatherings while national restrictions were in place has been fined by a court.

Date Published 23/05/2022

Six weeks until new Clean Air Zone plan – what happens next and what it means for you

It has been one of the most divisive political issues in Greater Manchester in recent months – and it was a decisive one for some voters at the ballot box.

Date Published 23/05/2022


GMP radio dispatchers praised after helping woman on motorway bridge

Two Greater Manchester Police radio dispatchers have been praised after helping rescue a woman from a motorway bridge near Oldham.

Date Published 23/05/2022

Broadening horizons at Oasis Community Learning

Oasis Community Learning have set the ambitious objective of providing every student and teacher across its 52 academies with a device of their own, enhancing learning and...

Date Published 23/05/2022


A 'Royal' tea party in Oldham bids to end loneliness

A leading charity is appealing to older people to end their Covid isolation by joining a ‘royal’ tea party in Oldham.

Date Published 23/05/2022

Heart Research UK offers some healthy meal planning tips

Do you plan your meals in advance?

Date Published 22/05/2022


Skills and artistry come to the fore

From high jinks Haydn to masterful Mendelssohn, the members of the Victoria String Quartet showed their class in a beautifully balanced programme of music which kept the audience...

Date Published 21/05/2022

People in Oldham urged to check 10 signs of dementia

Ten tell-tale signs of dementia are being highlighted by Alzheimer’s Society across Greater Manchester in a bid to help people get the support they need.

Date Published 21/05/2022


Protecting public parks is key to achieving Levelling-Up ambitions

If progress is to be made on the Government’s flagship “levelling-up” agenda, the nation’s parks must be protected from further loss, according to green space charity Fields in...

Date Published 21/05/2022

Council insist there is 'plenty of room' for drivers to pass one another on Copsterhill Road

Angry local drivers have demanded action be taken to remove the road humps on Copsterhill Road in Oldham.

Date Published 20/05/2022


Oldham pupils learn that 'Actions have Consequences' during the Operation Sceptre Week of Action

As part of Operation Sceptre – the national week of action to combat knife crime – officers from GMP’s Oldham District joined forces with Paul McGovern MBE to deliver an ‘Actions...

Date Published 20/05/2022

Government on track to deliver 26,000 more primary care staff - new data

The government is well over half way to delivering on its manifesto commitment of having 26,000 more primary care staff by March 2024, according to data published yesterday...

Date Published 20/05/2022


Manchester protests tomorrow over £11bn legal threat to climate goals

Campaigners from Global Justice Now will protest in Manchester tomorrow (Saturday) to demand the UK withdraws from the Energy Charter Treaty, an international agreement allowing...

Date Published 20/05/2022

Caring team take the 10,000ft leap of faith for charity

The caring team from Home Instead Oldham and Saddleworth is taking the leap of faith from 10,000/ft in remembrance of Howard; a friend and colleague who sadly passed away in...

Date Published 18/05/2022


Unemployment for 18-24 year olds still ‘double the national average’ in Oldham East and Saddleworth

Data released by the House of Commons Library shows there were 810 people aged 18-24 claiming unemployment support in April 2022, across the Oldham East and Saddleworth...

Date Published 18/05/2022

Northern Roots planning application lodged

Plans for the UK’s biggest urban farm and eco-park in Oldham, which bosses hope will attract 100,000 visitors a year, have been lodged.

Date Published 18/05/2022


Plans to demolish former Catholic churches

Proposals to demolish two Catholic churches in Oldham have been lodged.

Date Published 17/05/2022

Raising funds for the MND Association in popular Julian's memory

Oldham RUFC will be hosting a charity event for the MND Association on Saturday (May 21).

Date Published 17/05/2022


Improving access to sexual health facilities in Oldham

More community sexual health facilities are to be provided for people in Oldham, Bury and Rochdale.

Date Published 17/05/2022

Oldham parents of short-sighted children urged to have a MyopiaChat with their optician

Over 2 million UK parents who have been told their child has "short sight" by their optician are unaware that it is a casual term for a disease called myopia that is directly...

Date Published 17/05/2022


DJ trio gearing up for epic charity marathon

Three talented DJs are set to embark on a very special 72-hour set for charity later this week in Failsworth.

Date Published 17/05/2022

Dickinson’s Real Deal is coming back to Oldham

Why let your antiques collect dust in the attic when you can sell them for cash?

Date Published 17/05/2022


Labour bid to force vote on windfall tax on oil and gas producer profits

Labour is urging MPs of all political parties to vote for a one-off windfall tax on oil and gas producer profits, as the cost-of-living crisis continues to escalate.

Date Published 17/05/2022

Oldham's Lib-Dem leader welcomes Queen's Speech cash machine announcement

Oldham Liberal Democrat Group Leader and Shaw councillor Howard Sykes MBE has been campaigning against cash machine closures in recent years, and has welcomed the recent Queen’s...

Date Published 17/05/2022


High fives for marathon man Steve

Marathon runner and fund-raiser extraordinaire Steve Hill MBE is set to break a prestigious record in the next few weeks.

Date Published 17/05/2022

Junior parkrun seeks volunteers in Oldham

Parkrun is a widely known fixture of Saturday mornings across the UK and beyond.

Date Published 16/05/2022


Northern to ‘fact check’ fare-evaders’ top excuse for travelling without a ticket as ‘Quick Buy’ feature is rolled out

Northern has armed its conductors and revenue protection staff with new technology to better defend the train operator against one of the most common excuses given by...

Date Published 16/05/2022

Prestigious guest at Rotary charter night

A distinguished medical pioneer was guest of honour at the Rotary Club of Saddleworth’s annual charter night.

Date Published 16/05/2022


GMP joins forces with others for national anti-knife campaign

Greater Manchester Police has joined forces with others for a national anti-knife campaign.

Date Published 16/05/2022

Queen's Jubilee beacon to be lit in Saddleworth

Plans have been announced to light a beacon on Thursday, June 2, 2022 as Saddleworth collectively marks the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

Date Published 16/05/2022


Your community group could benefit from a Co Op Local Cause Fund grant

The Co Op store in Royton is inviting applications for community cash now available from the Co Op Local Cause Fund.

Date Published 16/05/2022

New prescription charge freeze to help ease cost of living

NHS prescription charges will be frozen for the first time in 12 years to help with the cost of living.

Date Published 16/05/2022


Firefighters rescue pair following Ashton incident

Seven fire engines and several specialist and support appliances from across Tameside and Stockport attended a fire involving the external ducting and roof space of a mid-terraced...

Date Published 16/05/2022

Local volunteers continue with helping to keep the area a haven for wildlife

As summer draws closer, the habitats created last year are proving to be a home for nature.

Date Published 14/05/2022


An historic 'first' for women, happened in Oldham.

A local play is celebrating what was an historic 'first' for women, when they were first allowed to sing in a church choir in England.

Date Published 12/05/2022

Local Rotary Club's come together for a concert that raises £1200 for local causes.

The community loving Rotary Clubs of Saddleworth and Oldham Metro joined forces to arrange a charity fund raising concert featuring jazz and swing music performed by the English...

Date Published 10/05/2022


Celebration of Eid in new exhibition at Oldham Library

Curated by poet, playwright and producer Hafsah Aneela Bashir, Eid: Past & Present is a brand new exhibition co-commissioned by Oldham Coliseum Theatre and Rifco Theatre Company...

Date Published 05/05/2022

Oldham Active supports local young unemployed.

Oldham Active (Oldham Community Leisure) is working with local young unemployed people, providing them with six months paid work experience in a bid to help them to secure...

Date Published 04/05/2022


Saddleworth singer Seb Lowe is confirmed for debut Glastonbury appearance, as he releases new album.

Intelligent and unflappably self-assured songsmith, Seb Lowe from Saddleworth, has been secured for his debut Glastonbury Festival appearance, in the same week that he releases...

Date Published 04/05/2022

Win tickets to the Oldham Coliseum production of Maxine Peake's 'Beryl'

The Oldham Coliseum production of 'Beryl' opens this Saturday 7 May, and we've a pair of tickets to give away.

Date Published 02/05/2022


Dr Kershaw’s launch their first ever golf day – The Dr Kershaw’s Cup

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice has launched action-packed day of golf to raise vital funds for patient care

Date Published 30/04/2022

“I take my hat off to Oldhamers”

Father Tom praises generosity of the town who support his foodbank

Date Published 18/04/2022


Oldham Foodbank bolstered by £1500 donation

Kind-hearted members of Saddleworth WI have donated £1500 to the Oldham Foodbank.

Date Published 17/04/2022

Uppermill litter pick volunteers backed by national campaign

Community-minded villagers in Uppermill have been boosted by a national clean-up campaign.

Date Published 12/04/2022


Shaw schoolkids show off their 'eggcellent' craft skills

Schoolchildren at a Shaw school have shared their 'eggceptional' creative skills.

Date Published 11/04/2022

Oldham marks International Roma Day at Civic Centre

Oldham Coliseum Theatre, Roma-led charity Kaskosan, and Oldham Council have marked International Roma Day.

Date Published 11/04/2022


Oldham foodbank to get new collection point for donations thanks to volunteer Pete

Volunteering at Oldham Foodbank is proving a rewarding experience for semi-retired transport manager Pete Greenwood from Springhead.

Date Published 10/04/2022

Oldham's Summit Up shortlisted for national award

Oldham's new climbing centre has been shortlisted for a national infrastructure award from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

Date Published 08/04/2022


Kind-hearted Shaw workers donate over £3,000 to Maggie’s Cancer Centre

Staff at Yodel in Shaw have raised over £3,000 to donate to Maggie’s Cancer Centre

Date Published 28/03/2022

Community clean-up in Clarksfield

Volunteers and residents have been out in the sunshine this weekend, clearing litter and cleaning up.

Date Published 28/03/2022


Thousands raised on ballroom floor with Dr Kershaw's 'Strictly Dance'

Ten couples have helped to raise thousands of pounds for Dr Kershaw's and Willow Wood hospices in their own version of 'Strictly Come Dancing'

Date Published 25/03/2022

Dog discovered shaking in the street in Denshaw may have been abandoned

Animal rescue volunteers fear that a dog that was found wondering alone in Denshaw may have been abandoned by its owner.

Date Published 24/03/2022


Can you carry a torch for the Queen this summer?

The search is on for torch-bearers to take part in a parade of light in Oldham to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee in June.

Date Published 24/03/2022

Sixteen is the magic number for Ibrahim

A serial Oldham fundraiser has launched a new challenge to raise money for Maggies Cancer Centre in the town

Date Published 24/03/2022


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