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The Advent Plays are a little sprinkle of Christmas, lasting no longer than 2.5 minutes, perfect to watch whilst you eat the chocolate from your advent calendar at home

Watch out for your theatrical advent calendar from Oldham Coliseum

From Tuesday, December 1 through to Thursday, December 24, Oldham Coliseum Theatre will air a short play responding to a festive theme each day on its social media channels.

Date Published 29/11/2020


Participants describe a 'pleasant' involvement in Greater Manchester’s first COVID-19 vaccine trial

Participants in Greater Manchester’s first COVID-19 vaccine study have spoken about their personal experience and why they wanted to get involved.

Date Published 29/11/2020

Talented Oldham artist Connor wins 2020 Ingram Prize

Oldham's Connor Coulston has been announced as a winner in the hugely prestigious Ingram Prize art awards.

Date Published 29/11/2020


GMP warns online shoppers about spotting fraud and scams

The impact of fraud can be both financially and emotionally devastating.

Date Published 28/11/2020

Lib-Dems welcome adjournment on Green Belt homes plan debate

The Oldham Liberal Democrat Group has welcomed the Oldham Council meeting outcome to postpone the decision on whether to approve the controversial plan to build housing on the...

Date Published 28/11/2020


Mayor’s homelessness reduction scheme to be expanded after charity warned numbers seeking help have rocketed during pandemic

The Greater Manchester Mayor’s A Bed Every Night homelessness reduction scheme is being extended after a charity warned numbers seeking help have rocketed during the pandemic.

Date Published 28/11/2020

New bus franchising consultation gets approval

Greater Manchester’s plans to bring the local bus network into public ownership have been approved for further public consultation to consider the effects of Covid-19.

Date Published 27/11/2020


Leaders call on ministers to re-think and re-open cultural venues in Tier 3

Cultural leaders across Manchester are calling for a re-think by government to allow venues to safely re-open when the city is put into Tier 3 next week.

Date Published 27/11/2020

Two-thirds of people want a job-rich, greener, fairer Britain after Covid

Polling commissioned by a cross-party group of MPs has found overwhelming backing across the UK for a job creation programme that will reshape day-to-day life, restructure local...

Date Published 27/11/2020


Are you a lucky Dr Kershaw's Lottery winner?

This week's Dr Kershaw's winners have been announced (November 27).

Date Published 27/11/2020

Councillor urges locals not to forget Lancashire Day

Liberal Democrat Councillor and District Lead for Shaw and Crompton, Diane Williamson, has said: “Happy Lancashire day to all Lancastrians.”

Date Published 27/11/2020


FCHO gives tenants a festive treat and supports local economy after difficult year

‘Tis the season to spread Christmas cheer as First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) gives tenants the chance to win a luxury hamper worth over £150.

Date Published 27/11/2020

GM economy leaders describe Tier 3 announcement as a 'hammer blow'

The Greater Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership (GM LEP) Co-Chairs Lou Cordwell and Mo Isap, and Cllr Elise Wilson, Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) Portfolio Lead...

Date Published 27/11/2020


Joint funeral for devoted Oldham couple who died from Covid just two weeks apart

Chadderton will pay its respects on Friday to a couple happily married for 52 years, until a Covid infection ended both their lives.

Date Published 26/11/2020

Tom sets off on his 100-mile walk to Snowdonia

Fitness enthusiast Tom McHugh is hoping to raise £1000 for a mental health charity by walking to Snowdonia from Oldham.

Date Published 26/11/2020


Committed Community volunteer celebrates milestone birthday

Committed community volunteer leader Peter Killan is celebrating a milestone birthday raising funds for Doctor Kershaw's Hospice.

Date Published 25/11/2020

Oldham College’s ‘Amazing Grace’ is Young Student of the Year National Finalist

An inspirational Oldham College student who has battled serious illness has been shortlisted for a top national accolade.

Date Published 25/11/2020


Saddleworth Santa Dash is on its way

Get ready... steady... dash...

Date Published 23/11/2020

Angels come to the hills

Saddleworth is bracing itself for the arrival of a unique heavenly host of Christmas angels.

Date Published 23/11/2020


Maggie’s set to host free virtual carol concert

Cancer charity Maggie’s Oldham s hosting a free virtual carol concert at 6pm on Sunday 13th December in support of people with cancer. The concert has a fantastic line-up of...

Date Published 23/11/2020

Charity fund-raiser living life to the full thanks to NHS eye treatments

Saddleworth lady, Julia Dawson, has received sight-saving treatment for the past seven years and her commitment to continued treatment despite lockdown have enabled her to help...

Date Published 23/11/2020


Brave Suzanne’s unique fundraiser

A courageous Saddleworth mother is determined to raise money for a charity to help research a rare neurological condition despite the coronavirus lockdown.

Date Published 23/11/2020

These boots were made for tackling

Tackling-machine Liam Bent, Oldham RL Club's popular loose-forward, has forged a link with St Chads pharmacy in Lime Green Parade, Limeside, which is little more than a stone's...

Date Published 23/11/2020


Oldham Mayor congratulate couple on Golden Wedding Anniversary

Keeping her promise to recognise townfolks special anniversaries, Oldham’s Mayor, Cllr GInny Alexander sent golden wedding wishes to Marlene and Stephen Whitehead
on Saturday...

Date Published 23/11/2020

Six-week-old puppy with deformed paw dumped in a box and left in park

A six-week-old puppy with a deformed paw was found dumped in a box which was left in a park near Ashton. 

Date Published 22/11/2020


Bus reform proposals - Stagecoach keen to seize 'major' opportunity to rebuild networks

Stagecoach Group plc has noted the announcement by Greater Manchester Combined Authority regarding the re-evaluation of its previously announced bus reform proposals in light of...

Date Published 22/11/2020

Hospital group shortlisted for two national 2020 HSJ awards

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Group - which includes the Royal Oldham Hospital - has announced that its Freedom to Speak Up team and its Inclusion Centre of Excellence team have...

Date Published 21/11/2020


Self Assessment customers warned about scammers posing as HMRC

Self Assessment customers should be alert to criminals claiming to be from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

Date Published 21/11/2020

RSPCA braces for toughest year yet as Christmas campaign launches

The RSPCA is bracing itself for the toughest Christmas yet as the charity fears the financial strain from the coronavirus pandemic could mean a rise in pets being abandoned and...

Date Published 21/11/2020


RoSPA and RSA to provide free virtual strength and balance sessions

A series of online strength and balance sessions for people in later life are being arranged to tackle falls – a leading cause of fatal and serious accidents in the home – as part...

Date Published 21/11/2020

Give the gift of comfort this Christmas

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice is asking the community to support their Christmas ‘Furnish with Love’ Appeal by taking part in festive fundraising activities to help raise the vital funds...

Date Published 20/11/2020


Award nomination boost for two fantastic Oldham fund-raisers

Shaw schoolteacher Steve Hill's 'Team Hill Charitable Trust' and Oldham firefighter Aaron Lee's 'Hive22 Running Club' have both been nominated for a prestigious community award.

Date Published 20/11/2020

Are you a lucky Dr Kershaw's Lottery winner?

This week's Dr Kershaw's winners have been announced (November 20).

Date Published 20/11/2020


UK’s biggest food collection launches as charities face a Covid Christmas

Local shoppers are being urged to donate to the UK’s biggest food collection and support the Trussell Trust and FareShare as they help people in crisis amid the Covid-19 pandemic...

Date Published 20/11/2020

OSFC music student Chloe releases debut single

When you’re talented; determined to achieve success, and have an overwhelmingly supportive network of friends, family and teachers, you’re bound to do great things!

Date Published 20/11/2020


Oldham children and young people’s mental health supported during Covid crisis

Oldham Council and its partners have ensured children and young people’s mental health has not been forgotten during the Covid crisis.

Date Published 20/11/2020

HIV prevention pills soon to be more widely available

As the world races to create a vaccine to combat coronavirus, the end of an epidemic which devastated the gay community for decades is now in sight.

Date Published 20/11/2020


Oldham soap-actor backs campaign to Coliseum appeal

Oldham Coliseum’s campaign to secure its future has been given a major boost after former Coronation Street actor and star of their 2019 panto threw his weight behind their

Date Published 19/11/2020

Emmaus Mossley to benefit from Co-op funding boost

Homelessness charity, Emmaus Mossley, has been selected to benefit from the latest round of the Co-op Local Community Fund.

Date Published 18/11/2020


Experience a new kind of Panto magic online

Oldham Coliseum Theatre have created a new kind of panto magic for 2020.

Date Published 17/11/2020

Oldham safeguarding teams link up with musical theatre duo to encourage people to ‘walk in another’s shoes’

Oldham Council’s Safeguarding team has teamed up with CIC Made by Mortals to launch a podcast and series of interactive online workshops, which help them learn more about...

Date Published 17/11/2020


'It's absolutely disgusting' - fed up residents slam irresponsible dog owners and council

The scourge of dog fouling is blighting the lives of many south Chadderton residents, and they are seeking more action to combat the issue from Oldham council and local...

Date Published 16/11/2020

Love your local market: traders are still here for you

Oldham’s market traders are supporting customers throughout the national restrictions with stalls selling essential goods still open and others offering click and collect and...

Date Published 16/11/2020


Street Angels salute a helping hand from the Revolve Cafe

The Oldham Street Angels have been getting a helping hand with freshly cooked meals for the vulnerable courtesy of the Revolve Café at Oldham Leisure Centre.

Date Published 16/11/2020

'Little hero' praised for amazing community effort

A quiet, dedicated community champion has been praised as a “little hero” in his inspirational effort to support the homeless and needy.

Date Published 16/11/2020


Healthwatch Oldham launches the People's Choice Awards

Healthwatch Oldham is launching the inaugural People’s Choice Awards to celebrate the hard work that people throughout all health and social care services deliver to the people of...

Date Published 16/11/2020

Lib-Dems seek new legal powers for council to tackle nuisance pavement parking

Liberal Democrat councillors have responded to a government consultation on pavement parking by asking for new powers to be granted to councils to tackle nuisance parking.

Date Published 16/11/2020


Landmark moment for Metrolink as first new vehicle arrives

The first of 27 new Metrolink trams has arrived in Manchester after an epic 1,800km journey across Europe.

Date Published 16/11/2020

Rayner demands government lobbyists inquiry

Ashton and Failsworth MP Angela Rayner has called for an urgent inquiry into whether lobbyists employed by the government during the Covid response unfairly benefited from...

Date Published 16/11/2020


Rotary clubs are on the march for charity

Three local rotary clubs have collectively put their best feet forward to collect shoes for a worthy charity.

Date Published 16/11/2020

Doreen's special 90th birthday message

A Grotton woman who received a Royal accolade for her charitable works celebrated her 90th birthday on Saturday with a special message from Oldham’s Mayor, Cllr Ginny Alexander.

Date Published 16/11/2020


Oldham Community Radio 99.7fm shortlisted for national award

Local community radio station Oldham Community Radio 99.7fm has been shortlisted in the annual national Community Radio Awards.

Date Published 16/11/2020

New landlady for historic Saddleworth pub

A new landlady will take over an ancient landmark Saddleworth hostelry next month.

Date Published 16/11/2020


Revolution 96.2 presenters thank listeners on final day of broadcasting.

Presenters at Oldham-based radio station Revolution 96.2 said their goodbyes on Friday as the station closed after 21 years.

Date Published 15/11/2020

Saddleworth councillors disappointed as local Conservative leader dismisses 20mph restrictions

Saddleworth Liberal Democrat councillors Garth Harkness and Sam Al-Hamdani have expressed disappointment at local Conservative Leader, Councillor John Hudson, who said that...

Date Published 15/11/2020


Have yourself a very Oldham Christmas thanks to Gallery Oldham

Gallery Oldham has partnered with Art UK to launch a series of collection-inspired gifts perfect for the festive season.

Date Published 15/11/2020

MP joins puppy smuggling task force in a bid to tackle a horrifying trade

Andrew Gwynne, MP for Denton and Reddish, has joined forces with the UK’s largest dog welfare charity to call on the Government to stop the illegal importation of puppies into the...

Date Published 15/11/2020


What it’s like to have a baby in lockdown as family support charity says more parents are struggling and need help

The ‘seismic shock’ COVID and lockdown has been for new and expectant parents has been revealed as one first-time mum has described her own experience.

Date Published 14/11/2020

New partners join Housing First pilot

Four new partners have been appointed to the Greater Manchester Housing First pilot following an exhaustive selection process.

Date Published 14/11/2020


Hearing check challenge issued in Oldham

People across Oldham are being invited to take an online hearing check if they find themselves regularly in awkward situations after mishearing words or being too embarrassed to...

Date Published 14/11/2020

Oldham residents to benefit from Green Homes Grant funding

Oldham Council is set to receive funding which will boost the energy efficiency of homes across the borough. 

Date Published 13/11/2020


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