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Jason (The Eatery) and Kris (Billingtons Oldham) are opening their doors for what promises to be a very special Christmas Day event

Spending precious time together - the Community Christmas Lunch at Billingtons

This Christmas Day, Jason (The Eatery) and Kris (Billingtons Oldham) are opening their doors - and their hearts - to those who would otherwise spend the day alone.

Date Published 22/12/2025


Delph's Christmas snowman is restored

Community champion Christopher Bannatyne was determined not to be defeated by the callous vandals who initially wrecked his hand-built Christmas tree for children in Delph.

Date Published 22/12/2025

Oldham set to see campaign to eradicate polio

Significant purple patches will appear across Oldham in the new year in the wake of a mission by Saddleworth Rotary Club’s support of a worldwide campaign to eradicate polio.

Date Published 22/12/2025


Meet the Delph Christmas angels

A flock of tiny, hand-crafted Christmas angels are ready to take flight, spreading happiness in a Saddleworth village.

Date Published 17/12/2025

Oldham poets transform dementia experience into book of warmth and hope 

Two Oldham-based poets have turned friendship, care and lived experience into a poetry book that is raising money for dementia charities and offering comfort to others facing...

Date Published 17/12/2025


Festive charity afternoon tea brings smiles, songs and Christmas cheer

The Annual Team Hill Charitable Trust Festive Afternoon Tea was a huge success again this year.

Date Published 16/12/2025

A festival rooted in community: 20 years of Christmas cheer at Oldham Parish Church

Oldham Parish Church has long been a symbol of community and acceptance, a role it proudly continues through its annual Christmas Tree Festival, which has now celebrated its 20th...

Date Published 16/12/2025


Oldham gran Gillian wins Royal Mail's magical card prize draw

Oldhamer Gillian Thompson has been left “gobsmacked and speechless” after winning Royal Mail’s Magical Card Prize Draw, which celebrates the joy of sending Christmas cards.

Date Published 11/12/2025

Roughyeds humbled to support the plight of Oldham's homeless

Roughyeds' rugby league players and staff linked up with Homeless Aid UK this week to volunteer vital support to the vulnerable in Oldham, ahead of the launch by the government of...

Date Published 11/12/2025


Winners of FCHO’s Budding Neighbourhoods summer gardening competition announced

The winners of First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO)’s Budding Neighbourhoods summer gardening competition 2025 have been announced.

Date Published 10/12/2025

Rotary helps light up Lydgate

Community champions Saddleworth Rotary Club brought a special glow when they supported the Light Up Lydgate annual event.

Date Published 10/12/2025


Oldham volunteers honoured with royal invitation to Christmas community carol service at Coronation Street

Four local volunteers were among just 100 people from across Greater Manchester to receive a personal invitation from The Royal Foundation at Kensington Palace to attend an...

Date Published 09/12/2025

Oldham theatre brings creative fun to this year's Christmas countdown

Dare To Know theatre is currently bringing Oldham holiday joy with the Oldham Advent Calendar, a festive countdown set to release 25 original performances in the lead up to...

Date Published 09/12/2025


Latics' Boundary Park stadium to open on Christmas Day for community

Latics' Boundary Park stadium will open its doors on Christmas Day for the first time to provide support for members of the local community.

Date Published 04/12/2025

Joyful Santa Dash proves another huge hit

A happy red and white tide of charity Santas swept through a Saddleworth village, when more than 2,500 contestants took part in the legendary Santa Dash.

Date Published 03/12/2025


The Santa Dash is coming!

A red and white tide will sweep Saddleworth on Saturday when generous-spirited Saddleworth Round Table host this year's legendary Santa Dash.

Date Published 28/11/2025

Oldham Choral Society announce Family Christmas Concert date

Local residents are warmly invited to Oldham Choral Society’s annual Family Christmas Concert, with guests, the Ashton Band.

Date Published 27/11/2025


Oldham primary schools receive £62k boost for pupils' literacy

Primary schools across Oldham are set to benefit from a significant literacy boost this month, thanks to the Bookmark Reading Charity.

Date Published 27/11/2025

Anna is FCHO's first-ever Hidden Hero

A woman who volunteers in one of First Choice Homes Oldham’s (FCHO) community centres is the housing association’s first-ever Hidden Hero.

Date Published 27/11/2025


Students hitch-hike to from Edinburgh to Paris in aid of Children With Cancer UK

Two determined students Evie Rowlandson - an ex Blue Coat School student - and her friend, Eve Piotrowski, have successfully completed a charity hitch-hike from Edinburgh to Paris...

Date Published 24/11/2025

King's Award delight for Side by Side Counselling and the MyColdhurst team

Two local community groups have been awarded the prestigious King's Award for Voluntary Service.

Date Published 22/11/2025


Lidl reveals opening date for newest Oldham store

Lidl has confirmed that its newest store on Albert Street in Oldham will open this Thursday (27th).

Date Published 22/11/2025

SPARK Oldham CIC celebrates International Men’s Day

SPARK Oldham CIC, a non-profit Community Interest Company, hosted an event for International Men’s Day at Grains Bar Hotel in Oldham.

Date Published 22/11/2025


Singer-songwriter Kieran inspires respected Saddleworth artist

Local songwriter Kieran McMahon has caught the eye of well-respected Saddleworth artist Mark Whyatt with his debut album release.

Date Published 20/11/2025

The countdown is on for Dr Kershaw’s’ Christmas Fayre

Get into the festive spirit with a magical afternoon of fun, food and entertainment this Sunday (November 23).

Date Published 19/11/2025


Oldham students get creative as they raise vital funds for SPARK

Staff and students at Oldham Sixth Form College have been busy fundraising and collecting donations for the SPARK Oldham Christmas Fundraising Challenge over the last couple of...

Date Published 19/11/2025

Throstle Court residents become music icons for Andy's Man Club charity showpiece

Retirement Living residents in Oldham transformed themselves into music legends to support a cause close to their hearts.

Date Published 19/11/2025


Visiting Angels celebrate regional win at prestigious Great British Care Awards

Local business Visiting Angels Manchester East have been named winners of the Care Employer Award at the Great British Care Awards - North West Region, 2025.

Date Published 18/11/2025

Marathon man Matt’s mammoth fund-raising effort

A father is taking on a mammoth personal challenge in a bid to raise £100,000 to fund a new playground at his son’s village school.

Date Published 14/11/2025


Mahdlo Youth Zone celebrates a week of inspiration and achievement

Mahdlo Youth Zone has completed a week of celebration and inspiration, showcasing the power of youth work, teamwork and community spirit across Oldham.

Date Published 14/11/2025

Top awards for Lees fighter Jacob

A 15-year-old boy from Lees has thanked local businesses for supporting his bid to gain two silver medals in the WMO (World Muay Thai Organisation) European Muay Thai...

Date Published 12/11/2025


Chadderton charity shop transformed with festive window makeover

The UK’s largest preloved book retailer has gifted Chadderton’s Age UK charity shop with a festive window-display makeover, the kind usually reserved for high-end brands.

Date Published 12/11/2025

Oldham Tesco customers can spread festive joy by gifting toys this Christmas

Tesco customers in Oldham have the opportunity to give new toys to local children who need it most this Christmas.

Date Published 11/11/2025


Gilbert’s family remembers

The proud family of colourful local musician Gilbert Symes shared a unique Remembrance celebration.

Date Published 09/11/2025

Austerlands remembers...

Almost 200 people were at Saddleworth’s oldest Great War Memorial, in Austerlands, where residents answered the appeal to join together and remember those who made the ultimate...

Date Published 09/11/2025


'A rounded and blended performance' - review of Messiah performance in Oldham Parish Church

Oldham Choral Society staged a performance of Messiah in Oldham Parish Church, and this is our review of the evening.

Date Published 05/11/2025

Oldham charity which has helped 20,000 families up for national accolade

An Oldham charity helping to keep kids warm this winter has been nominated in a national competition, The BIG Christmas Giveback, that seeks to shine a light on the people and...

Date Published 05/11/2025


Oldham’s historic gallery reopens its doors

Gallery Oldham’s much-loved Old Library and Art Gallery building has officially reopened, with stunning new permanent displays celebrating Oldham’s history, people and art.

Date Published 04/11/2025

Try sharing life down on the farm

Do you fancy cuddling a lamb or letting your pet dog learn some tricks from a sheep dog?

Date Published 03/11/2025


Uppermill FC announce Shalimar sponsorship link-up

Uppermill Football Club have added yet another local business as one of their growing list of sponsors.

Date Published 31/10/2025

Mayor and Mayoress of Oldham share their memories as foster carers as they urge others to take the step

The Mayor of Oldham Cllr Eddie Moores and his wife, the Mayoress Kath Moores, smile as the recall their time as foster carers.

Date Published 31/10/2025


Spooky times in Diggle!

The Diggle Spooky Trail continues this half term and runs until Sunday (November 2).

Date Published 30/10/2025

FCHO highlight Need a Hand customer support campaign

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has highlighted its ongoing Need a Hand customer support campaign ahead of winter and renewed cost-of-living pressures. 

Date Published 24/10/2025


Record amount raised at 20th Mossley SOUP event

A Mossley community crowdfunding initiative celebrated its 20th event in style, raising more than £2,000 and yet again proving that people-power can make good things happen.

Date Published 24/10/2025

Carly set to light up Dr Kershaw’s tree in memory of her father

A proud daughter says her father will be “watching down” as she lights up Dr Kershaw’s’ tree at the hospice’s annual Light Up a Life service on Sunday, December 7.

Date Published 24/10/2025


Autumn Parish Church showpiece concert beckons

Oldham Choral Society has invited everyone to their autumn concert on Sunday, November 2 at 4 pm in Oldham Parish Church on Rock Street.

Date Published 24/10/2025

Mahdlo CEO awarded Honorary Fellowship from University Campus Oldham

Mahdlo Youth Zone's Chief Executive Officer, Lucy Lees, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship from University Campus Oldham (UCO) in recognition of her outstanding contribution...

Date Published 24/10/2025


Not smoke from a chimney - but birdsong from a famous landmark

This ancient Saddleworth landmark (above) has taken on a new identity as a birdsong sanctuary after a drone video drew a huge response across social media.

Date Published 22/10/2025

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice unites with Hindu temple with aim of improving care access

As part of its mission to highlight accessible palliative care within diverse communities, Dr Kershaw’s Hospice has joined forces with a local Hindu temple.

Date Published 20/10/2025


Oldham RLFC's Chadderton training ground is transforming

Connolly Ltd has completed the first phase of the redevelopment of Oldham Rugby League Club's Netpar training facility in Chadderton.

Date Published 16/10/2025

3Cs delight after receiving Mayoral Appreciation Award

3Cs chess club in Oldham have again been honoured for their organisation and dedication to children by the Mayor of Oldham, Councillor Eddie Moores.

Date Published 16/10/2025


Top local doctor launches hospital parking campaign

Dr Zahid Chauhan OBE, former Mayor of Oldham and respected GP, has launched a major campaign calling for urgent improvements to parking facilities at Royal Oldham Hospital, after...

Date Published 16/10/2025

Campaign launched to save popular footpath

Respected community groups are launching a high profile campaign to ensure an ancient Saddleworth footpath remains open.

Date Published 15/10/2025


Church community spreads joy with harvest festival boxes for those in need

In a heart-warming act of generosity, members of St Stephen and All Martyrs Church in Oldham have prepared special harvest festival boxes filled with thoughtful donations.

Date Published 13/10/2025

Gardening project brings communities together in Oldham

Over the past 12 weeks, 35 parents from Burnley Brow Community School, Chadderton and Community Grocers customers have come together to take part in a rewarding Gardening Project...

Date Published 13/10/2025


Restoration of 17th century Foxdenton Hall to bring film-set fantasy to life

Celebrations were held on the grounds of the historic Foxdenton Hall in Chadderton as it makes its big comeback.

Date Published 09/10/2025

Olivia recognised for work making local communities environmentally friendly

One of First Choice Homes Oldham’s (FCHO) employees has been admitted to a prestigious global sustainability body in recognition of her work in making local communities...

Date Published 09/10/2025


Plenty of dry weather as high pressure rules

After a very wet September and start to October, high pressure is returning from the west.

Date Published 09/10/2025

Dr Kershaw's aims to bust myths during Hospice Care Week

With Hospice Care Week (October 6-12) now underway, Dr Kershaw’s Hospice is challenging stereotypes people may believe about hospices.

Date Published 06/10/2025


The Chron Pod is here - Oldham’s weekly news round up!

Last week saw the launch of a collaboration between the Oldham Chronicle and Kupod to bring you the first edition of the Chron Pod, a new weekly podcast featuring local people,...

Date Published 01/10/2025

Posh nosh and plenty of support at Team Hill's annual dinner

This year’s Team Hill Charitable Trust Annual Posh Dinner proved to be a resounding success.

Date Published 01/10/2025


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