WHAT'S IN THURSDAY'S CHRONICLE

TRANSPORT chiefs are being urged to do more to reassure Metrolink passengers after a spate of robberies centred on the Mumps station area and  a "path of fear" towards the town centre.

Meanwhile, Oldham Council has defended its handling of the Distress Fund following the Shaw gas explosion.

On the sporting front, Matthew Chambers gives his verdict on Athletic's first pre-season friendly last night and details of an attractive home friendly against Premier League champions Manchester City.

This and much more local news and sport in tonight's edition.

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