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The TEDx talk at Oldham Library

Oldham hosts TEDx talk to discuss "improving the world"

The first TEDx event in Oldham has been held at the town's library.

Date Published 19/07/2019


Rubbi is on a social media mission

Oldham businesswoman and mentor Rubbi Bhogal-Wood caused quite a stir when she spoke passionately to a hugely receptive young audience at last week’s first TEDx event at Oldham...

Date Published 22/07/2019

McDonald's contribute burgers, fries and combined £9.2m to Oldham economy

An independent economic report commissioned by McDonald’s to mark 45 years of operating in the UK, reveals the business and its suppliers have made a combined contribution of £9.2...

Date Published 22/07/2019


Red Manufacturing Designs Installation for Manchester Hotel Leisure Club

Joinery and metal engineering specialist RED Manufacturing has designed, manufactured and installed a steel jacuzzi pool framework at a Manchester hotel and leisure club, along...

Date Published 19/07/2019

HPP team's Saddleworth trek raises hundreds of pounds for Mahdlo Youth Zone

A team of staff from furniture components firm Hill’s Panel Products (HPP) in Oldham broke their target in raising almost £750 for the Mahdlo Youth Zone through a sponsored hike...

Date Published 19/07/2019


Oldham-based catering equipment supplier backing National Pizza Awards

Oldham based catering equipment supplier, Linda Lewis Kitchens, are delighted to announce that they will once again be sponsoring this year’s National Pizza Awards on Thursday...

Date Published 19/07/2019

Business back real change Oldham

Two local business owners have pledged their support to Real Change Oldham - a pioneering new initiative aimed at helping people in the borough who are homeless or at risk.

Date Published 18/07/2019


Oldham woman receives business boost off social media post

Enterprising Jane Harvey has received a business boost after an internet tweet to a celebrity retail entrepreneur.

Date Published 15/07/2019

Businesses in the North West urged to register for Making Tax Digital

More than 38,000 businesses in the North West have signed up to Making Tax Digital (MTD).

Date Published 11/07/2019


Oldham Council to get £25m for their high streets

Five towns across Greater Manchester could get up to £25 million each to reinvigorate their high streets.

Date Published 11/07/2019

Advertorial: Investment advice from Philip Howe from Raymond James in Ashton

Philip is the founder of the branch and has spent over 20 years in the industry.

Date Published 09/07/2019


Branches of William Hill in Oldham could close

Bookmakers William Hill are blaming the Government after announcing a massive series of branch closures which could impact betting shops in Oldham, Rochdale and Tameside.

Date Published 04/07/2019

Plans to be build homes on protected land in Oldham approved

Controversial plans for 265 homes and a £3.5m link road will now be built on protected open land in Oldham despite opposition from thousands of residents.

Date Published 02/07/2019


Advertorial: Oldham’s Liversidge Windows celebrates half a century

For any company in the current climate to last a few years in quite the achievement, which makes Liversidge Windows and Double Glazing’s 50th anniversary quite remarkable.

Date Published 02/07/2019

Tameside Science park could bring £10 million investment

Town hall bosses have agreed to sell land to create a new science park which could bring an economic boost of £10 million investment into Tameside.

Date Published 02/07/2019


Advertorial: What is Discretionary Investment Management?

Financial advice from Philip Howe from Raymond James in Ashton

Date Published 20/06/2019

HPP is supporting Mahdlo Youth Zone with sponsored three peaks challenge in Saddleworth

Furniture components manufacturer Hill’s Panel Products (HPP) is supporting the Mahdlo Youth Zone by joining a sponsored hike across the Pennine hills of Saddleworth.

Date Published 18/06/2019


Mossley solicitors running to complete Tour of Tameside for charity

Staff from O’Donnell Solicitors are currently training for a series of fundraising runs to support their nominated charity of the year, Emmaus Mossley.

Date Published 12/06/2019

Travelodge signs up to join Lidl at Oldham Mumps

Oldham Council have announced major UK hotel chain Travelodge has signed a deal to join Lidl as anchor tenants at the Prince’s Gate development at Oldham Mumps.

Date Published 30/05/2019


A glimpse into the future at Electric Car event

For many businesses the prospect of running their fleet of vehicles on electricity still seems to be something for the future, well now that future has become a reality with one...

Date Published 29/05/2019

Women's business event at the Oldham Colesium a success

The event was planned and run by ladies from Oldham Enterprise Trust and YENO (Young Enterprise Network Oldham), with the main focus to highlight the many entrepreneurial skills...

Date Published 22/05/2019


Wiggett Homes welcome the Mayor of Oldham to New Development in Werneth

Wiggett Homes held a community open house event at Clock Tower View, an exclusive development of three and four bedroom new homes situated behind Werneth Cricket Club.

Date Published 20/05/2019

Crazy golf fun as Professional Oldham visits events specialist Team Spirit

Crazy golf was among the activities when networking group Professional Oldham held its latest gathering at corporate events and experiential firm Team Spirit.

Date Published 15/05/2019


First Choice Homes host awards for boost in funding for community groups in Oldham

More than 20 community groups which are creating social opportunities, improving well-being and breaking down barriers in Oldham have benefited from a share of £13,000 of...

Date Published 14/05/2019

Oldham Council awards grant to businesses across Oldham

Over the last five years Oldham Council has awarded more than £146,000 to support 50 businesses thanks to Shaw, Lees and A62 (Failsworth corridor) Business Improvement Grant...

Date Published 14/05/2019


'Aim High' in Oldham goes beyond the classroom

Aim High Tuition, a high performing tuition centre which provides Maths, English and Science tuition to 5-16 year olds, has been beyond the classroom again. 

Date Published 01/05/2019

Winners honoured at Oldham Business Awards 2019

The winners of the Oldham Business Awards 2019 have been unveiled during a completely sold-out gala awards ceremony at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in Oldham on Friday night.

Date Published 29/04/2019


Future Safety win new award category at the North West Business Masters Awards 2019

Future Safety are honoured to have won the Family Business category at the North West Business Masters Awards 2019 which took place at Gorton Monastery on Thursday 7th March. 

Date Published 15/04/2019

The Growth Company calls for Oldham businesses to join new scale-up programme

The Growth Company is looking for ambitious businesses in Oldham who are ready to take the leap to global success by applying to its Global Scale-up Programme. 

Date Published 11/04/2019


Polish medical directors based in Oldham are featured in The Parliamentary Review

The two founding directors of Ascroft Medical, Krzysztof Zemlik and Dr Piotr Kieruzel have been highlighted in The Parliamentary Review 2019.

Date Published 10/04/2019

£3 million redevelopment of Oldham Mill offers self-storage, business and events space.

An Oldham mill is being converted into self-storage, office, business and hospitality events spaces in a £3million redevelopment programme which could also create 100 jobs.

Date Published 08/04/2019


Failsworth born apprentice has been named Apprentice of the Year at a national awards ceremony

22-year-old Sophie Hukin from Failsworth, was one of two apprentices who fought off stiff competition from a record number of entries across the country to receive a trophy at the...

Date Published 02/04/2019

Oldham Business Edge Spring 2019 edition out now

The Spring 2019 edition of Oldham Business Edge magazine is out now, available for free in print and digital formats.

Date Published 28/03/2019


Finalists looking forward to 2019 Oldham Business Awards

Shortened finalists for the 2019 Oldham Business Awards have spoken about their pride and excitement ahead of the awards ceremony taking place at the end of April.

Date Published 21/03/2019

Oldham Council pledges £100,000 to help businesses create jobs

Oldham Council is pledging £100,000 to help boost businesses in the borough by offering local firms the chance to apply for funding to help them grow and expand.

Date Published 20/03/2019


Oldham-based IT firm appoints new Technical Support Engineer

Oldham based tech firm, Aspect IT, has appointed Technical Support Engineer Rob Reeves following their continued business expansion.

Date Published 18/03/2019

Dawson Precision Components Engineer retires after 50 years with company

British engineering company Dawson Precision Components has paid tribute to a long-serving employee who has retired after 50 years with the company.

Date Published 15/03/2019


Oldham Law Association highlights the 100th anniversary of historic change for women entering the legal professions

Oldham Law Association marks the 100th anniversary of a historic change for women entering legal professions such as solicitors and barristers.

Date Published 15/03/2019

Oldham business networking group donates £1,000 to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice

A cheque was presented to the hospice recently during the latest professional Oldham social gathering at Oldham Event Centre.

Date Published 15/03/2019


Nominations announced for Oldham’s Business Awards

The shortlisted of finalists have been unveiled for the eleventh annual Oldham Business Awards 2019 at a reception hosted by Innovative Technology.

Date Published 15/03/2019

Oldham food business makes new trade ties

A food company from the town has been showing off it's products for a World audience

Date Published 21/02/2019


Oldham company saved after management buy-out

Quantum Profile Systems provides construction products for builders' merchants and window manufacturers

Date Published 20/02/2019

Judging now underway for the Oldham Business Awards

The panel is whittling down a record number of entrants to shortlist the finalists

Date Published 14/02/2019


Oldham business shortlisted for kitchen industry awards

Fineline Interiors will find out if they've won this weekend

Date Published 14/02/2019

Legal firm secure Paul Scholes to Oldham deal

A Manchester firm has been instrumental in bringing Paul Scholes to Boundary Park

Date Published 13/02/2019


Oldham business gives Liverpool FC Disabled Supporters Association a stepping-stone for growth

Tech firm from the town helping out Premier league Club supporters

Date Published 12/02/2019

Business community defy the snow and ice

Networking event hailed a success despite bad weather

Date Published 11/02/2019


Oldham manufacturer opens new £3million production line

Hill's Panel Products is expected to be able to increase its output by around 50 per cent.

Date Published 04/02/2019

Candidate left to ‘cry at bus stop’ after ‘abusive’ interview with Oldham company

A woman has taken to social media to describe an “abusive” interview she attended while trying to get a job at an Oldham company which left her to “cry at the bus stop”

Date Published 31/01/2019


New boss for Royal Oldham Hospital

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Group - which oversees the Royal Oldham Hospital - have announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive.

Date Published 29/01/2019

Oldham business announces new funding deal

James Briggs Limited is one of the town's biggest employers

Date Published 25/01/2019


Oldham businesses could be at risk of paying too much tax

The self-assessment deadline is looming, and leaving it late could cause mistakes that lead to overpayments

Date Published 23/01/2019

Pledge to introduce free bus travel for 16 to 18 year olds

Greater Manchester's Mayor, Andy Burnham, has pledged to improve the city-region’s bus network, including introducing free bus travel for 16 to 18-year olds.

Date Published 22/01/2019


No deal Brexit "could cost North-West economy £20bn a year"

The CBI - which represents businesses across the UK - claim leaving the EU without a deal could have "devastating long-term impact" on the North-West economy.

Date Published 22/01/2019

Oldham firm shortlisted for Business Masters award

Aspect IT, which celebrated its 15th year in business in 2018, has been shortlisted in the Contribution to the Community category.

Date Published 21/01/2019


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