WHAT'S IN THURSDAY'S CHRONICLE

OLDHAM Council leader Jim McMahon hit out at 'armchair critics' during his annual address and argued that the people of Oldham need to share responsibility for moving the town forward.

Also at last night's full council meeting, Oldham West and Royton MP Michael Meacher received the award of Freeman of the Borough.

And councillors agreed to write to the Goverment over their concerns about the so-called bedroom tax, plus the proliferation of  bookmaker's shops on the high street.

Elsewhere, a 90-year-old wielding her walking stick saw off conmen who had entered her home.

In sport, Latics boss Lee Johnson says his squad rebuilding may not be complete before the new season starts, but he is not unduly concerned about delays.

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