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SHAW Cricket Club is holding three weeks of coaching at Holebottom Clough in the summer holidays. Fronted by club professional Warrick Fynn and overseas amateur Nick van Den...
Date Published 22/07/2009
THE fizzy pop was at the ready, bright, colourful bunting was strung across the streets and long tables were laden with delicious treats — it could only be the Queen’s...
A CHANCE meeting in a dance hall led to lasting love for Louis and Hannah Butler, who celebrate their Blue Sapphire Wedding Anniversary today. The couple first met at the...
YOUNGSTERS in Royton and Shaw can saddle up for summer at a bike safety event tomorrow. Royton and Shaw Neighbourhood Policing Team is holding the event at Royton Park between...
Oldham residents will no longer be rattled by clunking manholes as the next generation of covers is installed. The manhole cover is getting a makeover by water company United...
GIRLS, from Years One to Five, took part in coaching sessions organised by Uppermill FC at Saddleworth School. There were three sessions in total, the first of which coincided...
IT’S going to be like losing a couple of old friends when Rita and Jack (Barbara Knox and Bill Tarmey) bow out of “Coronation Street”. Still, we’re...
AN Oldham engineering company has celebrated 50 years in business by acquiring Rochdale firm Bradfern Ltd, and taking on five staff. The Griffiths and Johnson Group of...
AFC SANTOS are gearing up for their first soccer school on August 5, at Hopwood Hall. It is for five to seven year olds and will take place every Wednesday (5pm to 6pm) at a...
A SHED in Hollinwood dubbed Santa’s Little Workshop is bursting at the seams with 2009 displays as the countdown to Christmas kicks off . . . in July! Maintenance and...
OLDHAM companies are being asked their views on a £2 billion relief scheme to support the minority of businesses who could see their rates increase as a result of a...
Here are Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s tips for tomorrow’s cards: FOLKESTONE 5.55 Bold Ring 6.25 One More Round 7.00 Hasty 7.35...
OLDHAM company Widdop Bingham and Co Ltd, a 125-year-old family owned giftware business, joined 100 fellow exporters from across the UK at a reception at 10 Downing Street....
JOBS at the Oldham branch of Allied Carpets are under threat following the collapse of the business. The store at the Centre Retail Park at the end of Broadway, Chadderton, is...
WITH the peak holiday season imminent, Oldham business leaders are preparing for the absence of key staff over the summer months. But employers need to be mindful of a number...
MATTY WOLFENDEN’S Athletic career is over. The 22-year-old striker, who came through the club’s centre of excellence system, has been told he is available on loan....
Date Published 21/07/2009
TONY BENSON is confident that Thomas Coyle will avoid a suspension following his red card against Keighley. The 21-year-old half-back or hooker was dismissed in the home...
SIR Alex Ferguson is certain Federico Macheda has a big future at Manchester United. With Cristiano Ronaldo and Carlos Tevez enjoying pastures new, United supporters are...
MANCHESTER City boss Mark Hughes is willing to wait for the right deal as he looks to put the finishing touches to his squad. City were among the first clubs to enter the...
HISTORY was made in the Saddleworth and District Cricket League on Saturday. Shah Parveen Kausar broke new ground by becoming the first woman to umpire a competitive game....
Belle Vue Aces took all four league points with a 49–41 victory over five-man Eastbourne. The Eagles’ England international Lewis Bridger had declared himself...
OLDHAM RUFC kick off their North Lancs/Cumbria division campaign with a local derby at Aldwinians on Saturday, September 5. But their first competitive fixture is the previous...
OLDHAM-based bowlers were in top form as Central Lancs and Pennines defeated Greater Manchester 19-12 in their second British Parks match of the season. In the home leg at...
OPTIMISM is a funny old thing. Ask an Australian if his glass of beer is half full and, after noting how strong it tastes compared to back home, he will agree wholeheartedly...
OLDHAM’S Lee Williams produced a special performance to claim the Moston Summer Classic title and the £200 top prize. The Oldham town team player overcame...
OLDHAM Schools under-11s were looking to end a run of two straight defeats at Wigan today. The town team, who were involved in a challenge match, have experienced mixed...
Here are Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s tips for tomorrow’s cards: CATTERICK 2.20 Newbury Street 2.50 Sultan’s Choice 3.20...
Joey, 22, ‘one of the best’ A “rising star” of the Army, killed in an explosion in Afghanistan, was named today as Corporal Joey Etchells from Mossley....
Transport Secretary Lord Adonis has thrown his weight behind Oldham’s Plan B. The £1.5 billion proposals to bring trams into the town centre are a replacement for...
WE’re now on countdown to one of the Chronicle’s most popular promotions — Top Tots! It’s a fantastic opportunity for proud parents to have a portrait...
