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Hospital parking ‘nightmare’ unites councillors at fractured council

People are facing ‘impossible decisions’ when visiting an Oldham hospital with their loved ones because of a ‘nightmare’ parking situation. 

Date Published 12/11/2025


Police in Oldham continue to crack down on neighbourhood crime

Police in Oldham have issued an update regarding the work of neighbourhood officers in Oldham, showcasing how local teams are delivering Greater Manchester Police’s Neighbourhood...

Date Published 12/11/2025

Council issue update on Oldham’s local inquiry into CSE

Oldham council are still waiting for news from the government after putting their local inquiry into historic child sexual exploitation ‘on hold’, the council leader has...

Date Published 12/11/2025


Oldham loan shark and her enforcer convicted of manslaughter following brutal attack on man in 2023

A loan shark and her enforcer have been found guilty of killing Martin Shaw in Oldham in 2023 - after prosecutors proved the victim had died as a result of injuries inflicted in a...

Date Published 12/11/2025

Councillors speak out about online abuse

An Oldham councillor who received ‘online threats to her life’ broke into tears during a council meeting while explaining how her family was left ‘scared and horrified’.

Date Published 12/11/2025


Councillor told to apologise again over ‘spying scandal’ after £10k investigation

A councillor found guilty of ‘spying’ has been told to apologise for a second time after admitting to secretly recording a private meeting. 

Date Published 12/11/2025

Chadderton charity shop transformed with festive window makeover

The UK’s largest preloved book retailer has gifted Chadderton’s Age UK charity shop with a festive window-display makeover, the kind usually reserved for high-end brands.

Date Published 12/11/2025


More rain then the first Autumn chill on the way, as colder air arrives from the north

The first cold spell of the season is on the way with temperatures going below average for the time of year, but it won’t be anything unusual.

Date Published 12/11/2025

Oldham Tesco customers can spread festive joy by gifting toys this Christmas

Tesco customers in Oldham have the opportunity to give new toys to local children who need it most this Christmas.

Date Published 11/11/2025


Oldham police station has been on 'temporary' reduced hours

Oldham police station has been on ‘temporary’ reduced opening hours for more than a year without telling the public, according to a local councillor.

Date Published 11/11/2025

Long departs as Roughyeds' head coach

Former St Helens and Great Britain scrum-half star Sean Long has stepped down as head coach of Betfred Championship club Oldham.

Date Published 11/11/2025


Oldham-based Trust wins big at National Education Awards

The Pinnacle Learning Trust (PLT) has once again been recognised as one of the top 10 performing trusts in the country, at the Edurio Trust Value Awards.

Date Published 11/11/2025

Major boost for upgrade of two local train stations

The plan to transform two local train stations have taken a major leap forward.

Date Published 09/11/2025


Stadium changes rejected as neighbours complain of ‘unacceptable’ impact

A sports stadium in Oldham cannot hold events on its pitch on two nights of the year because the impact on neighbours would be ‘unacceptable’, councillors have ruled. 

Date Published 09/11/2025

Gilbert’s family remembers

The proud family of colourful local musician Gilbert Symes shared a unique Remembrance celebration.

Date Published 09/11/2025


‘Mystery Machine’ abandoned in Lees

Oldham Council have slapped a removal order on a ‘Scooby-Doo Mystery Machine’ lookalike on the streets of Lees.

Date Published 09/11/2025

A ten-year-old child was hospitalised due to ‘potentially life-threatening’ neglect

A ten-year-old child was hospitalised due to ‘potentially life-threatening’ neglect after a shocking ‘oversight’ by Oldham Council, a report has found.

Date Published 09/11/2025


Grandpa Greene’s cafe to be redeveloped

A hugely popular ice cream parlour and cafe in Saddleworth is due to get a major makeover.

Date Published 09/11/2025

Steve honoured with prestigious global gong at international awards summit

The International Innovative Future Summit and Awards (IIFA 2025) has recognised Oldham adventurer and fund-raiser extraordinaire Steve Hill MBE as one of the world’s most...

Date Published 09/11/2025


Controversial scheme on greenbelt given planning permission

A scheme to build a battery storage unit on greenbelt land for green energy has been approved by a government body despite councillors refusing planning permission earlier this...

Date Published 09/11/2025

Austerlands remembers...

Almost 200 people were at Saddleworth’s oldest Great War Memorial, in Austerlands, where residents answered the appeal to join together and remember those who made the ultimate...

Date Published 09/11/2025


Changes to Oldham regeneration project will cost additional £7m

Oldham Council will be spending almost an additional £7m on its town centre regeneration project, reports have revealed.

Date Published 07/11/2025

A third of Oldham is worse off than six years ago, say government statistics

As the economy in Manchester grows, the city’s increased wealth is struggling to make its way down the A62 to Oldham.

Date Published 07/11/2025


Expansion at Royton health centre approved

A welcome change is coming to a medical practice in Oldham after councillors greenlit a two-storey extension this week. 

Date Published 06/11/2025

Royal Oldham Hospital staff celebrated as part of first A&E Appreciation Week

Emergency department staff at The Royal Oldham Hospital have been recognised as part of the UK’s first-ever A&E Appreciation Week, launched by the charity Rapid Relief Team (RRT)...

Date Published 05/11/2025


Oldham charity which has helped 20,000 families up for national accolade

An Oldham charity helping to keep kids warm this winter has been nominated in a national competition, The BIG Christmas Giveback, that seeks to shine a light on the people and...

Date Published 05/11/2025

Tributes paid as Saddleworth mum and breast cancer campaigner Jo passes away, aged 56

The Board of Trustees of METUPUK, the leading UK-wide patient advocacy charity for people with metastatic breast cancer, has announced the heart-breaking news of the death of its...

Date Published 05/11/2025


Oldham’s historic gallery reopens its doors

Gallery Oldham’s much-loved Old Library and Art Gallery building has officially reopened, with stunning new permanent displays celebrating Oldham’s history, people and art.

Date Published 04/11/2025

More in the way of drier weather, but remaining mild for now

Weather-wise, there are some better days coming up over the next few days and eventually the very mild conditions will ease away.

Date Published 03/11/2025


Thirteen-year-old went missing from care home after being placed more than 70 miles away from home area

A 13-year-old girl went missing from her care placement and was located with her sister nine days later in the house of a stranger later convicted of raping her, a safeguarding...

Date Published 03/11/2025

Rumours over new hospital beds debunked

A political group has been accused of giving a ‘misleading impression’ to the public amid claims a hospital could soon receive 40 desperately-needed new beds. 

Date Published 03/11/2025


Oldham teacher wins national award for ‘life-changing’ courses for refugees and asylum seekers

Nerissa Roberts, an inspirational Oldham College ESOL teacher, has won the ‘Excellence in Teaching’ Award, sponsored by the Education and Training Foundation, at the Get the...

Date Published 03/11/2025

Oldham dental nurse reaches National Dental Awards finals

Tom Jefferson, a dental nurse at Ascroft Medical in Clegg Street in Oldham town centre, has been chosen as a finalist in the Private Dentistry Awards 2025.

Date Published 03/11/2025


‘People feel that justice has left our town’

A local MP is calling for a justice centre to return to Oldham more than 10 years after its courts were shut down and later demolished. 

Date Published 03/11/2025

Try sharing life down on the farm

Do you fancy cuddling a lamb or letting your pet dog learn some tricks from a sheep dog?

Date Published 03/11/2025


Mayor and Mayoress of Oldham share their memories as foster carers as they urge others to take the step

The Mayor of Oldham Cllr Eddie Moores and his wife, the Mayoress Kath Moores, smile as the recall their time as foster carers.

Date Published 31/10/2025

Tributes paid to popular former Chronicle racing correspondent Keith after his death at 65

Former Oldham Chronicle newspaper Deputy Sports Editor Keith McHugh has passed away at the age of 65.

Date Published 31/10/2025


Man due in court on GBH, affray and a drugs charge

A man has been charged following an assault in Oldham on Friday evening.

Date Published 31/10/2025

Council to buy and demolish town centre pub

Oldham council plans to spend £1m to buy and demolish a vacant building in the town centre to ‘improve sightlines’ to the Coliseum theatre. 

Date Published 31/10/2025


Man charged with GBH after woman assaulted in Shaw

Greater Manchester Police officers investigating an assault of a woman in the early hours of October 27, 2024, have charged a man with Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH).

Date Published 31/10/2025

Military hero Eddy to lead Oldham hospital parking campaign

Major Eddy Hardaker has joined Our Campaigns as the Chair of a high-profile local campaign to find a solution for better parking at Royal Oldham Hospital.

Date Published 31/10/2025


Major route in and out of Boundary Park to be closed for 18 MONTHS next year

An Oldham road crucial for accessing Latics' stadium will be closed for 18 months from next year January as part of a major project to improve the sewer system.

Date Published 30/10/2025

Spooky times in Diggle!

The Diggle Spooky Trail continues this half term and runs until Sunday (November 2).

Date Published 30/10/2025


Former hotel and wedding venue could be turned into HMO - but some neighbours aren’t happy

A former hotel and wedding venue in a ‘peaceful’ village in Saddleworth may soon become home to a new HMO. 

Date Published 30/10/2025

Butchers shop could be turned into ‘student accommodation’ HMO

A former butchers’ shop in Oldham could be turned into a ‘student accommodation’ HMO – but some neighbours are not convinced by the idea. 

Date Published 29/10/2025


Much milder to end the working week, but plenty of rain to come

The unsettled theme will continue over the coming days, insists Oldham weather expert Jon Baylis.

Date Published 29/10/2025

Former popular pub could be demolished by Colin the Caterpillar creators

A former pub in Oldham could be demolished by the creators of Colin the Caterpillar.

Date Published 29/10/2025


Data centre boss opens new base in Oldham

An entrepreneur who has built his career managing the intense demands of the data centre industry is returning to his roots to share his passion for helping businesses protect and...

Date Published 24/10/2025

Further appeal follows fatal collision on Glodwick Road last month

Greater Manchester Police officers are continuing to appeal for information and are seeking a witness following a fatal collision in Oldham last month.

Date Published 24/10/2025


FCHO highlight Need a Hand customer support campaign

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has highlighted its ongoing Need a Hand customer support campaign ahead of winter and renewed cost-of-living pressures. 

Date Published 24/10/2025

Record amount raised at 20th Mossley SOUP event

A Mossley community crowdfunding initiative celebrated its 20th event in style, raising more than £2,000 and yet again proving that people-power can make good things happen.

Date Published 24/10/2025


FCHO celebrates winning prestigious housing industry award

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is celebrating winning a prestigious housing industry award for its flagship £20 million West Vale development.

Date Published 24/10/2025

Carly set to light up Dr Kershaw’s tree in memory of her father

A proud daughter says her father will be “watching down” as she lights up Dr Kershaw’s’ tree at the hospice’s annual Light Up a Life service on Sunday, December 7.

Date Published 24/10/2025


Autumn Parish Church showpiece concert beckons

Oldham Choral Society has invited everyone to their autumn concert on Sunday, November 2 at 4 pm in Oldham Parish Church on Rock Street.

Date Published 24/10/2025

Finance boss slammed for ‘repeated no-shows’ as borough faces £23m budget hole

A finance boss in Oldham has been slammed for ‘repeated no-shows’ at key meetings as the council faces difficulties with its finances. 

Date Published 24/10/2025


Mahdlo CEO awarded Honorary Fellowship from University Campus Oldham

Mahdlo Youth Zone's Chief Executive Officer, Lucy Lees, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship from University Campus Oldham (UCO) in recognition of her outstanding contribution...

Date Published 24/10/2025

The 'embarrassing mismanagement' that led to a costly mistake worth more than £100k

A report has revealed ‘embarrassing mismanagement’ which led to Oldham councillors being overpaid by more than £100,000. 

Date Published 22/10/2025


Sporting legends reunite at Mahdlo for a night of epic stories and support

Mahdlo Youth Zone hosted a very special evening of sport, stories and community spirit with Tales from the Locker Room at its headquarters on Sir Norman Stoller Way.

Date Published 22/10/2025

Storm Benjamin will bring some rain and gusty winds - but we will miss the worst

Another named-storm will affect the UK today (Thursday), this time named by Meteo France.

Date Published 22/10/2025


Not smoke from a chimney - but birdsong from a famous landmark

This ancient Saddleworth landmark (above) has taken on a new identity as a birdsong sanctuary after a drone video drew a huge response across social media.

Date Published 22/10/2025

‘Oldham’s Eton project should be scrapped’ say local Lib-Dems

A project to build an Eton-linked school in Oldham town centre has come under fire as it continues to wait for a green light from government.

Date Published 22/10/2025


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