Saddleworth news

DELPH and Dobcross Cricket Club has received a welcome makeover as part of the NatWest Cricketforce programme. Staff joined forces with volunteers to get the club ready for the start of the new season, carrying out jobs including painting fences, repairing sidescreens and tidying up the grandstand.


AN application for permission to build a three-storey extension to the office unit at Riverside Court in Huddersfield Road, Delph, will be seen by Oldham Council’s planning department.



DUE to the local elections, Grotton Residents’ Association have brought forward their monthly meeting to Thursday, April 28. All residents are welcome to meet at the Grotton Pavilion for news and views from 8pm.



TEENS can get an introduction to the gym and fitness at the Saddleworth Pool and Leisure Centre from April 23. Call 0161-621-3270 for more information.



CATCH the buzz with the mobile youth bus as it makes a stop in Diggle village centre on April 29 from 4.45 to 9.15pm.



MORGAN, Wayne Bentley, Jimmy Semple and Sparks will perform as part of a grand charity event at Lees and Hey Conservative Club on April 27 from 7.30pm.

Money will be raised for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, with £10 tickets available from Gary on 07887-838-918.



CELEBRATE the royal wedding at Springhead Community Centre on April 29 from 2pm-5pm. Admission to the indoor family party is free, including refreshments. To lend a hand or book tickets contact Roy on 0161-625-2099 or Kath on 0161-633-3271.