Community News

Cool as... the new Uppermill FC Inspiral Carpets-sponsored shirts are now available to purchase

Oldham music legends the Inspiral Carpets agree unique and exciting Uppermill football club sponsorship deal

A link-up idea discussed over a beer in a Dobcross pub has led to a unique local football club sponsorship deal.

Date Published 26/06/2025


Hugely successful Oldham-based 3Cs Chess Club honoured to welcome Mayor and Mayoress

3Cs (Children's Chess Club) were not only very honoured to welcome the Mayor and Mayoress to one of their weekly club nights, but were also very delighted that chess - and...

Date Published 26/06/2025

Event for key workers and armed forces looking for a new home in Oldham

Redrow is holding an exclusive event for key workers and armed forces members looking for their next home.

Date Published 26/06/2025


Ella’s Kitchen and the RSPB launch new community project to help little ones fall in love with nature

Ella’s Kitchen and the RSPB are building on their partnership with the launch of Little Creators for Pollinators - a new community initiative designed to inspire the next...

Date Published 26/06/2025

Becoming windy and very warm once again

Where is time going?

Date Published 23/06/2025


Broadfield Primary pupils visit the new Mayor and Mayoress of Oldham

Broadfield Primary School's Eco Council had the honour of visiting Oldham’s newly-appointed Mayor, Councillor Eddie Moores, and Mayoress Kathleen Moores.

Date Published 21/06/2025

Hulme Grammar student Sonny achieves prestigious Grade 8 piano distinction

A talented Year 12 student from Hulme Grammar School has achieved a remarkable musical milestone, earning a Distinction in his ABRSM Grade 8 Piano examination — one of the highest...

Date Published 19/06/2025


Crucial funding is helping to teach children about how to stay safe

Youngsters across Greater Manchester are benefiting from safety sessions funded by cash clawed back from criminals.

Date Published 19/06/2025

Are you ready for some roarsome fun in Oldham?

A family fun day with a difference is roaring back to Oldham.

Date Published 19/06/2025


Heatwave on the way then a thundery breakdown over the weekend

Spring was a belter, very dry and with some really warm days, but summer hasn’t got off to the best of starts.

Date Published 17/06/2025

New platform launches to support people living with dementia and their carers

This week marks Carers Week and the launch of a new web platform created to support local people living with dementia and those who care for them.

Date Published 17/06/2025


Beer walk proves a huge hit yet again

Visitors to Saddleworth villages on Saturday were warned they could bump into a dinosaur or a showbiz celebrity.

Date Published 12/06/2025

The hills are truly alive with amazing music

Glorious weather, exhilarating music and thousands turning out in force made Saddleworth’s legendary Whit Friday celebration a joyous community affair.

Date Published 12/06/2025


Drivers be warned - Oldham road closures will cause delays over the coming weeks

Oldham borough will be hit by a spate of road closures in the coming weeks, including on a major thoroughfare and across villages in Saddleworth over Whit Friday. 

Date Published 11/06/2025

Humid for a time with some thundery rain or showers before slowly settling down

Oldham weather expert Jon Baylis's weekly forecast is back after a few weeks off and a cracking holiday in Zante.

Date Published 11/06/2025


‘State of the art’ facility to open one year after ‘heart-breaking’ closure

A ‘state of the art’ care home is due to open exactly one year after a ‘heart-breaking’ closure that left more than 70 elderly residents without a home.

Date Published 11/06/2025

Oldham Active’s fitness team upskills to support customers using GLP-1 weight loss medications

Oldham Active is the first leisure provider in the UK to officially train and qualify its fitness team to deliver advice and guidance on GLP-1 weight loss medications.

Date Published 09/06/2025


Hero Steve returns from Uganda after completing SEVENTH Uganda Marathon and supporting more life-changing projects

Shaw Deputy Headteacher Steve Hill has returned from his latest inspiring and action-packed trip to Uganda, where he completed the Uganda Marathon for the seventh time and played...

Date Published 09/06/2025

Community festival Franki Fest is coming to Royton Park

On Saturday, August 2, Royton Park will come alive with music, rides, and powerful remembrance as the local community gathers for Franki Fest.

Date Published 05/06/2025


Helen's 'new vision' as new term of office in Saddleworth begins

Helen Bishop, new chair of Saddleworth Parish Council, plans ‘a clear vision’ for her term of office.

Date Published 05/06/2025

Homelessness charity hosts Volunteers’ Week celebration meal

Homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley marked Volunteers’ Week 2025 with a special community meal to thank their local volunteers.

Date Published 05/06/2025


Coliseum won’t reopen until 2026

The Oldham Coliseum Theatre won’t be reopening for Panto Season 2025, the council has confirmed.

Date Published 05/06/2025

Radclyffe headteacher honoured at Community Achievement Awards

The Radclyffe School's Headteacher Mr J Cregg was recently invited to attend the Community Achievement Awards, hosted by the local voluntary organisation Derai Probashi Kollan...

Date Published 04/06/2025


Get ready for a great day out at the Saddleworth Beer Festival

Roll up, roll up - get ready for the return of the great charity fund-raising Saddleworth Beer Festival.

Date Published 03/06/2025

The Delph Scarecrows are back in the village!

The Delph Scarecrows are back again for the 18th year!

Date Published 01/06/2025


It's time to register for the Saddleworth Village Games

Ready, steady, go - it’s time to register children for the 40th Saddleworth Village Games. 

Date Published 01/06/2025

International star Gary returns 'home' to perform at church fund-raiser

Oldham resident, national and international musical theatre star, Gary Davis, is to perform a fund-raising concert for a Sholver church.

Date Published 29/05/2025


Local fundraising heroes conquer Saddleworth’s Three Peaks to raise money for breast cancer retreats

Twenty-four walkers took on the challenge of the fourth annual After Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) Saddleworth Three Peaks Walk, raising more than £10k to support residential...

Date Published 26/05/2025

Spark Oldham are helping young leaders to thrive

Potential young leaders have been invited to SPARK Oldham on Tuesday, June 17 (between 3-5pm) to hear about being involved in their Young Leaders Programme and the work going...

Date Published 26/05/2025


Dr Kershaws' vision of exciting new wellbeing centre gets big boost

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice’s plans for their new state-of-the-art wellbeing centre have taken two major steps forward with the granting of planning permission along with funding for the...

Date Published 26/05/2025

Crompton Moor rescue drama

Twelve members of the Oldham Mountain Rescue Team were involved in a three-hour rescue operation after being contacted by Greater Manchester Police in response to reports a person...

Date Published 23/05/2025


Get ready to enjoy lots of carnival fun at Dr Kershaws’ spectacular Summer Fayre

Parents looking to keep their little ones entertained are warmly invited to Dr Kershaws’ spectacular Summer Fayre.

Date Published 23/05/2025

Care home residents Rosalie and Jim celebrate 69 wonderful years of marriage

Love was in the air at HC-One’s Sandon House Care Home in Mossley as residents Rosalie, aged 88, and Jim Matthews, aged 87, celebrated their remarkable 69th wedding...

Date Published 21/05/2025


This year's Scouthead and Austerlands fun dog show proves a huge success

The 2025 Scouthead and Austerlands fun dog show proved to be a great success and was enjoyed by all who attended.

Date Published 20/05/2025

It's proving to be be No mow May in Oldham

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has announced a 25% increase in no mow zones this summer as the housing association increases its help for the borough’s environment.

Date Published 20/05/2025


Dedicated Trust team completes Manchester 10K for the British Heart Foundation

A fabulous team of staff from The Pinnacle Trust completed the AJ Bell Great Manchester Run on Sunday.

Date Published 20/05/2025

It's all going on at the Millgate Arts Centre

You can almost feel the mounting excitement as you arrive at the iconic Millgate Arts Centre for the review of their new season.

Date Published 20/05/2025


Steve gears up for his latest Ugandan adventure

Intrepid fundraiser Steve Hill from Shaw is gearing up for his latest African adventure.

Date Published 20/05/2025

Sunny, warm but breezy at times - and no rain

The “rainless” May goes on here.

Date Published 13/05/2025


Sun, sails, and smiles - it's a perfect day on the water!

Dovestone Sailing Club has hosted its annual Open Day.

Date Published 12/05/2025

Team Hill charity day raises an amazing £1,000

In a heart-warming display of community spirit, Team Hill Charitable Trust recently held its annual Charity Spring Afternoon Tea, successfully raising £1,000 to support its...

Date Published 12/05/2025


Failsworth land transformed as community garden takes shape

Work to transform First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) land at Failsworth into a community garden will reach a first anniversary milestone soon with crops now in the ground.

Date Published 12/05/2025

Royal British Legion branch mark VE Day with a super celebration

The Failsworth Branch of the Royal British Legion hosted a magical VE Day 80th Anniversary celebration event at the Church Hall at the Holy Family venue on Lord Lane.

Date Published 12/05/2025


VE Day celebrated in style at Oldham Total Care

There was a huge VE Day celebration at Oldham Total Care in Chadderton.

Date Published 08/05/2025

'Magical' show opening doors to theatre for disabled children in Oldham

A ‘transformative ’show which opens doors for more disabled children to experience theatre will be performed in Oldham this month.

Date Published 08/05/2025


Scouthead, Austerlands and Diggle celebrate VE Day anniversary in style

More than 100 people joined Scouthead and Austerlands Community Group on Monday (May 5) for a picnic in Dawson’s Field, Scouthead to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in...

Date Published 08/05/2025

Yet more dry weather and becoming warmer once again

It’s turning out to be an amazing Spring with plenty of settled weather, also meaning it’s been very dry.

Date Published 07/05/2025


Field where you pay to walk your dog approved

A field where people book slots to walk their dogs will be created in Mossley.

Date Published 07/05/2025

Royal British Legion branch mark VE Day at Royton Cricket Club

Royton Cricket Club welcomed the Royton branch of the Royal British Legion yesterday (Saturday) to hold a short service before a cricket match.

Date Published 30/04/2025


Hope goes into hospital to help ward off period poverty

A campervan was admitted into the Royal Oldham Hospital - to dispense a boot full of female hygiene products to patients.

Date Published 30/04/2025

Cooler for the weekend with a chilly wind setting in for Sunday and Monday

We’ve had more decent weather this week.

Date Published 28/04/2025


Sky Gardening Challenge launches for 2025

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has partnered with the National Trust once again to launch the annual Sky Gardening Challenge for its customers.

Date Published 28/04/2025

Fun-filled family day lights up Grotton Pavilion

A supreme effort by dedicated community champions brought a magical circus and Easter market to Grotton Pavilion.

Date Published 25/04/2025


Abi and her fellow Rangers starlets set to put their best feet forward in aid of MND charity

A 10-year-old Saddleworth Rangers Girls Rugby League player will be joined by some of her team-mates next weekend as they walk from their club to Rochdale Hornets' stadium in a...

Date Published 25/04/2025

Road closures set to lead to economic pain for local Uppermill businesses

The impending Uppermill road closure as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) will mean loss of earnings, so says famous bakers J W Buckley’s, and it will affect the local...

Date Published 24/04/2025


Scarecrow trail hailed as another big success

The industrious Friends Of Diggle School (FODS) have held another successful Scarecrow Trail this year.

Date Published 24/04/2025

Warm spell on the way - but will it be short-lived?

We’ve had some welcome rain this week, 4.2mm on Easter Monday.

Date Published 22/04/2025


Chadderton youngster Fahad turns his life around following MS distress and ignorance

A former boxer from Oldham who endured taunts for walking like he was high or drunk, told a round-table discussion held at Upturn’s Hive how healthy eating and mentoring had him...

Date Published 22/04/2025

Crow show lands at The Vale next month

A show described as 'brilliantly strange' is coming to The Vale arts centre in Mossley on Saturday, May 24.

Date Published 22/04/2025


Caring Oldhamers 'Step into the NHS' with help from free eight week course

"For a long time I have wanted to work for the NHS. It pleases me to help someone in need of care" said one participant.

Date Published 16/04/2025

That's a magic effort - all in aid of food bank

Teenagers from Wild Space Forest School, based in Diggle, raised over £300 for Mossley Food Bank.

Date Published 16/04/2025


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