WHAT'S IN THURSDAY'S CHRONICLE

A CROMPTON cricket stalwart has died in a freak accident after his car ploughed into a cemetery wall at high speed. We have the details and tributes.

We also report on fresh moves by those behind the Phoenix Free School to secure the former Breeze Hill School site.

And in sport, Latics are closing in on the signing of a key midfield player.

This and much more in tonight's Oldham Evening Chronicle. Make sure you buy your copy or check out the eChron and iChron for laptops and mobiles.