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RESIDENTS in Saddleworth gave a thumbs down to the Government’s proposed congestion charge — because they want more information. Up to 60 people packed into the...
Date Published 13/10/2008
Charlie Parker, who will be one of the key players in developing the Oldham of the future, starts his new job as chief executive of Oldham Council today. Here, he gives an...
IMMIGRATION Minister Phil Woolas has completed his first week in his new job vowing to get tough on immigration. Oldham East MP Phil Woolas, previously the climate-change...
THEY say there are no easy games in League One . . . but some are much, much easier than others. Athletic went out for a casual Sunday afternoon stroll in the autumn sunshine...
ROYTON residents determined to protect their neighbourhood from overdevelopment have put their money where their mouth is in an attempt to stop a controversial planning...
A COUNCILLOR has vowed to fight on to reinstate a post box in Abbeyhills which was scrapped without notice. Royal Mail chiefs delivered a major blow to residents last month...
MOSSLEY’S dream of FA Cup glory came to an end following their dramatic 4-3 defeat at Tameside neighbours Curzon Ashton who are now possibly 90 minutes away from a place in...
OLDHAM is to get six new officers for neighbourhood policing and will be able to draw on a larger team for target areas. The increase is part of a boost in the fight against...
A SHAW maths teacher has figured out a better way of teaching his subject — and is getting top level recognition in the process. Damian Griffith (35) perfected his...
SADDLEWORTH Rangers suffered their first home defeat of the season in division one of the National Conference League as they went down 18-10 to Widnes St Maries. They were...
CHILDREN in care in Oldham are performing better in exams — with the results to prove it. The GCSE passes of children in care rose this year, with an overall 84 per cent...
FOUR Oldham bobbies are getting on their bikes for a gruelling winter charity ride across the country. The policemen will pull on their lycra and strap on safety helmets to...
ST PATRICK’S Church, Oldham, celebrated its 150th anniversary at the weekend with VIP guests and a special mass. The congregation included the Bishop of Salford Terence...
THE fact that Oldham families are still awaiting the results of an official investigation into the collapse of Christmas savings company Farepak is “not acceptable”,...
AN Uppermill woman who celebrates her 100th birthday tomorrow has a tried and tested recipe for staying fit and healthy — honey on her toast in the morning. Alice...
DAVID Beauregard scored one and had a hand in two others as Manchester Phoenix thrashed Basingstoke Bison 5-2 last night. Icing new signing Lucas Burnett, Tony Hand’s...
WOMEN looking for a saucy surprise gift for their loved ones could have their prayers answered by Greenfield photographer Gaynor Wilson. The 43-year-old is juggling her new...
OLDHAM RUFC snatched a dramatic first victory of the season in North Lancs/Cumbria division with the last move of the match against Keswick at Manor Park on Saturday. After...
AN OLDHAM MP is today urging the council to get on board with an organisation which releases dormant bank accounts — which could see a £1 million windfall for local...
AN unstinting volunteer who gives up hours of his time to help make Chadderton safer has been nominated for a Pride in Oldham Award. Alan Wilde has been chairman of Chadderton...
Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s selections from tomorrow’s cards LEICESTER 1.40 Alpha Tauri 2.10 King’s Song 2.40 Singleb 3.10...
OLDHAM’S Collettes dance troupe is making quite a name for itself. The girls recently took part in the annual end of season championship of the Mid-Cheshire Adjudicating...
“TRAVELS WITH MY AUNT” Oldham Coliseum, by Paul Genty GRAHAM GREENE isn’t the first writer you think of when comedy comes to mind. It’s fairly safe...
THERE are two ways you can react to the ever-growing juggernaut which is political correctness. You can embrace it as an important part of protecting minorities from...
JOHN SHERIDAN has warned Athletic players and fans that patience could be needed in Sunday’s clash with Hereford United. Sheridan expects the visitors to play a negative...
Date Published 10/10/2008
CLUB chief executive Chris Hamilton admits there have been “one or two surprises” in the postbag as the search goes on for Oldham’s new head coach....
IN terms of managerial experience, Athletic chief John Sheridan can no longer be considered a rookie. Sheridan has overseen 121 games during his time in permanent charge, yet...
MOSSLEY will be within 90 minutes of a place in the first round of the FA Cup should they win at Tameside neighbours Curzon Ashton in the third-qualifying round tomorrow....
Family left homeless as brewery sells pub in repairs dispute A WERNETH pub manager and his family face eviction today after their landlord sold the business. Gary and...
OLDHAM commuters face chaos on Monday when Northern Rail train drivers go on strike. Members of the drivers’ union ASLEF have voted by over 90 per cent to support...
