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OLDHAM Council leader Howard Sykes has given a cautious welcome to news that Manchester is to become one of the first city regions in the country. Chancellor Alistair Darling...
Date Published 27/04/2009
FAMILIES can get involved in developing a short break service for disabled children — and try their hand at a range of activities at the same time. Aiming High in Oldham...
A 37-YEAR-OLD man, who admitted drugs and firearms offences, was jailed for more than 15 years on Friday. Mark Sindrey, of Curzon Road, Kirkholt, Rochdale, — who was...
FAMILY and friends of tragic Emma Holt will mark the first anniversary of her death with a fund-raising event. The bubbly and popular 21-year-old pharmacy assistant, from...
ALMOST four in 10 Oldham pensioners are using buses more since they were given free travel by the Government, research shows. One-third are using buses for journeys which they...
COMMONWEALTH Games double gold medallist Craig Heap was in Oldham to help inspire the next generation of sporting stars. The Burnley gymnast opened the second annual Oldham...
It was once a driver’s pride and joy, but once a car has reached the end of its days on the road, it doesn’t mean it has reached the end of its useful life. An...
Oldham’s environmental boss today advised anyone who develops flu-like symptoms after being abroad to contact their doctor or NHS direct. Councillor Mark Alcock, the...
OLDHAM Euro-MP Chris Davies has backed new European rules for cheaper texts while abroad. From July 1, British holidaymakers will see a drop in the price of texting while...
Organisers hoping for record crowd Saddleworth Organisers of this year’s action-packed Saddleworth Summer Show are aiming to give the flagship event a real country feel...
Saddleworth League round-up CAREER-BEST figures from Uppermill's James Baron deprived Heyside of a flying start to the new Armstrongs Office Furniture Saddleworth and District...
AN historic trip through Britain’s longest, deepest and highest waterway nearly didn’t happen when the gates to a flight of locks on the Huddersfield Narrow canal were...
THROAT cancer patients with laryngectomies will be able to take to the water at Oldham baths thanks to a unique new snorkel-like device. The Oldham Quiet Ones, a support group...
TONGE bowlers completed a magnificent double when they won the BCGBA Club Championship at Severnside BC, Shrewsbury, yesterday. Winners of the British Team title at Irlam a...
Here are Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s tips for tomorrow’s cards:
SADDLEWORTH Amateur Swimming Club has made a real splash by scooping a top accolade. It has achieved Swim 21, the Amateur Swimming Association’s national quality mark....
Blame them for war and peace . . . and leafletsPolitics makes the world go round. It’s behind every decision that affects our lives and it shapes society. It’s the...
The Doves, Manchester Academy WE’VE had to wait a long time for the Doves to play in their home town of Manchester but the trio proved they’re truly worth waiting for with a...
A Gala for St George, Bridgewater Hall, Manchester ONE of the nation’s favourite personalities, John Sergeant, played his part in bringing a rousing collection of patriotic...
JOE ROYLE is considering a surprise recall for Jean-Paul Kalala for Athletic’s final home game of the campaign tomorrow against Southend United. The Athletic manager has...
Date Published 24/04/2009
FINAL checks will be made on a number of Oldham players before coach Tony Benson finalises his plans for the home game against Swinton at Boundary Park on Sunday (3pm kick off)....
ATHLETIC’S final home game in Coca-Cola League One features two teams heading in different directions. While Athletic have slipped to mid-table obscurity after a dismal...
ROUGHYEDS OUT TO RUIN PERFECT RECORD OLDHAM will bid to bounce back from last week’s Dewsbury disappointment by putting Swinton to the sword for the eighth successive...
Six charged after swoop SIX people have been charged after a drugs raid in Oldham uncovered heroin with an estimated street value of £2.5 million. The arrests were...
WES Brown, the forgotten man of Manchester United’s defence, is ready to answer an SOS as the Reds close in on the Premier League title. United skipper Gary Neville and...
MARK Hughes will be casting envious eyes at Everton during the build-up to Manchester City’s Premier League showdown at Goodison Park tomorrow. Hughes’ City side,...
Brigade let Maple burn, says Miller A FIRE chief has slammed stinging claims by controversial kitchen trader Vance Miller that they didn’t do enough to save his empire....
MOSSLEY are desperate to finish their UniBond League, division one north campaign on a winning note against Rossendale United tomorrow. The Lilywhites, who have picked up only...
THE owner of Brownz Wine Bar in Yorkshire Street, which had its licence revoked yesterday after three men were stabbed in a drunken brawl, claims he has been made an example of....
POLICE have arrested a man and a woman in connection with an armed raid on a Shaw betting shop. The incident happened at Coral bookmakers in Beal Lane at 9.25pm on Easter...
