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An aerial view of the Coldhurst Central Mosque, showing the prefab buildings and new mortuary. Taken from planning documents

Mortuary ‘unfit for future use’ to be replaced after more than 15 years

An Oldham mortuary based in a run-down prefab building for more than 15 years old will finally get a much-needed overhaul.

Date Published 26/11/2024


‘Affordable’ housing block nears completion as Oldham grapples with rent hikes

Construction of a block of affordable homes is nearing completion in Oldham – as the borough continues to grapple with soaring rent prices.

Date Published 27/11/2024

Long-standing Oldham verger retires after over three decades' service

The congregation at Oldham Parish Church welcomed the Bishop of Middleton, Mark Davies, to conduct a Confirmation Service and to mark the retirement of the church's oldest...

Date Published 27/11/2024


After the snow and floods - what next?

We enter meteorological winter in this forecast, but after some snow last week; is there anymore on the way?

Date Published 27/11/2024

Callous thieves target heritage stone walls

Saddleworth’s distinctive dry stone walls have been targeted in night time raids by callous thieves.

Date Published 27/11/2024


Pair arrested as drugs were allegedly disguised as a popular Christmas present

Two men, both aged 22, have been arrested on suspicion of selling class A drugs disguised as a popular Christmas present.

Date Published 27/11/2024

Christmas and New Year 2024 bin collection dates and changes revealed

Councils across Greater Manchester have announced their plans for bin collections over the festive season.

Date Published 27/11/2024


New bar coming to Royton with glass pavilion-style seating

A new bar with a conservatory-style seating area is coming to Royton.

Date Published 27/11/2024

Economic crime officers warn shoppers of deals that may be just too good to be true ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Officers from Greater Manchester Police's Economic Crime Unit have given out crime prevention advice to warn shoppers about online shopping fraud ahead of this Black Friday and...

Date Published 27/11/2024


Residents take up frustrating road junction issue

Concerned community group members have met Oldham Council’s principal highways engineer to discuss a proposed traffic management order at one of the town’s most frustrating...

Date Published 26/11/2024

Prestigious award for Springhead life-savers

Awards from the Royal Humane Society have been presented by a Grotton resident who was saved by sports club members who were merely out for an afternoon game of bowls. 

Date Published 26/11/2024


Dr Kershaw’s Christmas Fayre raises an incredible £7,000

A dog, pony and lion helped Dr Kershaw’s Hospice to raise a whopping £7,699 at their Christmas Fayre.

Date Published 26/11/2024

Oldham café is top hospitality brand in national competition

Oldham's Rhode Island Coffee has been recognised as one of the UK’s Favourite Local Businesses in a national competition organised by Miconex.

Date Published 26/11/2024


Food donation bags boost Tesco Winter Food Collection as charities prepare for tough winter

Local Tesco customers can make a huge difference to the lives of Oldham people facing hunger and hardship by donating long-life items this week.

Date Published 26/11/2024

Volunteers help RSPB plant oak and alder saplings at Dove Stone nature reserve

Volunteers from the Vernon Building Society are out in force planting oak and alder tree saplings at the RSPB site at Dove Stone nature reserve this National Tree Week (November...

Date Published 25/11/2024


Former office block set to be transformed into flats

A former council office block in neighbouring Middleton is set to be transformed into new apartments.

Date Published 25/11/2024

Children develop their joy of reading at Crompton Library

Year 4 children from St Joseph's primary school in Shaw enjoyed a morning of reading and learning at Crompton Library.

Date Published 25/11/2024


Rotary support air ambulance charity

It’s a common misconception the Yorkshire Air Ambulance Service receives no funding from the National Health Service, but is a charity relying entirely on donations and funds...

Date Published 25/11/2024

An evening to cherish for Saddleworth School's GCSE class of '24

Saddleworth School proudly hosted its GCSE Certificate Presentation Evening, an event celebrating the hard work and continued dedication of students. 

Date Published 25/11/2024


24-hour danceathon set to raise funds to support struggling families this Christmas

A Salvation Army officer is taking on a 24 hour danceathon to raise money for the church and charity’s Christmas Present Appeal which works to ensure that no child wakes up...

Date Published 24/11/2024

Public Moorgate Halt crossing event set for Thursday

A public consultation event on the future proposal for Moorgate Halt Level Crossing will take place this Thursday (November 28, 1-7pm) at Saddleworth Museum.

Date Published 24/11/2024


Police appeal for information following triple stabbing in Piccadilly Gardens

Greater Manchester Police officers are appealing for information after two teenage boys and one man were stabbed in Manchester city centre late on Saturday night (November 23).

Date Published 24/11/2024

More than 650 fines issued this year on street with ‘horrifying’ problem

Oldham Council has issued more than 650 tickets on a road plagued by a ‘horrifying’ parking issue.

Date Published 23/11/2024


Nursery where ‘staff beam with delight’ and kids receive a ‘flying start’ earns glowing praise from watchdog

A nursery in Oldham has been told it’s ‘so special’ in a glowing report by Ofsted inspectors.

Date Published 22/11/2024

School students explore the workings of Parliament

Students took advantage of the chance to find out first-hand about what happens in the UK Parliament this week.

Date Published 21/11/2024


Burnham responds to TfGM staff after strike vote

Andy Burnham has responded to Transport for Greater Manchester staff after they voted to strike yesterday (Thursday), asking to ‘sit down and discuss’.

Date Published 21/11/2024

Oldhamers to hold candlelit vigil for babies in mass grave

Families devastated by the discovery of an unmarked mass grave with almost 300 stillborn children and babies earlier this year may finally find some peace. 

Date Published 21/11/2024


Oldham health chief welcomes lung cancer funding

Oldham's Public Health Director has welcomed funding for research into the disease which killed her mum.

Date Published 21/11/2024

Oldham Academy North hosts ‘Raising Aspirations’ careers fair in bid to inspire students

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) hosted its Raising Aspirations careers fair, bringing together a wide range of local employers, colleges, apprenticeship providers and...

Date Published 20/11/2024


Sinfield is heading home for Christmas on final day of his latest mega challenge

Rugby League and fundraising legend Kevin Sinfield CBE is heading home for Christmas on the final day of his latest epic fundraising challenge on Saturday, December 7.

Date Published 20/11/2024

GMP committed to tackling anti-social behaviour as week of action begins

Yesterday (Monday) marked the beginning of Greater Manchester Police's anti-social behaviour (ASB) week of action, which is part of a national campaign to raise awareness of the...

Date Published 19/11/2024


Greater Manchester could finally receive an answer about congestion zone left ‘in limbo’

Greater Manchester could finally get answers about the region’s clean air zone (CAZ), Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has said.

Date Published 19/11/2024

Hundreds watch in awe as digital theatre show 'glows up' Oldham

Hundreds of Oldham people had their artwork beamed onto an iconic theatre in the culmination of an innovative digital exhibition ‘glowing up’ the town.

Date Published 19/11/2024


Very cold with further chances of snow, before wind, rain and milder temperatures arrive

After a very dry first half of November, things have turned much colder this week and our first taste of winter arrived before the season has even started.

Date Published 19/11/2024

Huge housing development set to double number of affordable homes

A developer has pledged to build more than double the number of affordable homes at a huge project in Shaw.

Date Published 19/11/2024


'Shop and Drop’ appeal as Mahdlo aims to give away 300 pairs of pyjamas and more than 200 hampers this Christmas

Shoppers are being asked to buy a bit extra in the lead up to Christmas to help make it special for young people in deprived areas across our borough.

Date Published 19/11/2024

Police continue to investigate firearms incident on Oldham street

Greater Manchester Police officers are investigating a firearms discharge that took place on Friday (November 15) at around 9:50pm on Crompton Street in Oldham.

Date Published 19/11/2024


Dobcross tragedy as woman dies after being rescued from canal

A woman has died after being rescued from a canal in Saddleworth last night (Monday).

Date Published 18/11/2024

Council slashes £6m in spending - but still faces dire financial situation

Oldham Council has started plugging its huge projected budget hole – but there is a long way to go.

Date Published 18/11/2024


Oldham College gears up for WorldSkills UK finals

Oldham College is gearing up to host nine prestigious WorldSkills UK National Finals at the ‘Skills Olympics’ this week.

Date Published 18/11/2024

Man wanted on recall to prison

Police are appealing for the public’s help to find Mark Brady, who is wanted on recall to prison.

Date Published 18/11/2024


Police probe follows Ashton Road crash in which 83-year-old woman suffered life-threatening injuries

Greater Manchester Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for information after a woman was seriously injured in Oldham on Sunday, October 27, 2024.

Date Published 18/11/2024

The two new train stations which could be built before 2030

Rail bosses have confirmed two new local train stations could be built before 2030.

Date Published 18/11/2024


Controversial AirBnB plans rejected after ‘comments war’ and fears hotel would ‘completely decimate’ Royton neighbourhood

Plans to turn a house in Royton into a controversial Airbnb have been rejected after the application sparked a ‘comments war’ online.

Date Published 18/11/2024

Oldham Zumba organisers showcased at major charity event

A charity who started life by tackling period poverty in Africa but who now works with aerobics instructors to keep Oldham women healthy, will tell international visitors that...

Date Published 18/11/2024


Heart-warming helpers - Saint Joseph's pupils are praised as charity champions!

The children of Year 6 at Saint Joseph's RC Junior, Infant and Nursery School in Shaw have been praised for their exceptional charity work over the past year.

Date Published 17/11/2024

It's a golden evening for Oldham Community Radio

The highs and lows of the Oldham Coliseum story featured in Oldham Community Radio 99.7fm's award-winning entry in the 2024 Community Radio Awards.

Date Published 17/11/2024


Help for Oldham families thanks to the Salvation Army Christmas Present Appeal

The Salvation Army is calling on the community across Oldham to donate new toys to its Christmas Present Appeal to support families who will struggle to make ends meet over the...

Date Published 15/11/2024

Milly shares stories of musical passion with Radclyffe's Class of ‘24

A former student who has gone on to become an accomplished musical performer was the guest of honour at The Radclyffe School’s Presentation Evening.

Date Published 15/11/2024


Rotary gear up for their big Christmas giveaway

Warm-hearted Rotary Oldham Metro are readying themselves for their great Christmas giveaway. 

Date Published 15/11/2024

Failsworth man among two jailed for five years for their roles in summer disorder

Two men - including one from Failsworth - have been jailed for five years for their roles in the summer disorder.

Date Published 15/11/2024


Oldham teens unite in hike to thank Children in Need charity that helped them

A group of determined teenagers from the Upturn programme is preparing to embark on a four-mile hike to express their gratitude to the charity that has profoundly transformed...

Date Published 15/11/2024

Oldham Christmas lights switch-on promises festive fun for all the family

Get ready for an unforgettable day of festive fun – the Oldham Christmas Lights Switch-On returns to the town centre tomorrow (Saturday) from 12 to 7pm.

Date Published 15/11/2024


Oldham knife-point robbery incidents - teenage boy is arrested

Greater Manchester Police have arrested a 15-year-old boy on suspicion of robbery, as officers continue to investigate a series of nine reported knife-point robberies targeting...

Date Published 14/11/2024

What a supreme fund-raiser!

All students at an Oldham special school took part in a supreme marathon spread over two days - walking more than 100 miles to raise funds for a new school bus.

Date Published 14/11/2024


Northmoor Academy described as “an oasis for pupils” in latest OFSTED report

Northmoor Academy families and staff are celebrating their recent OFSTED success with the academy being graded ‘Good’ in all areas.

Date Published 14/11/2024

Colder weather is coming, especially so into next week

Winter isn’t coming just yet, but the feel of it is, confirms Oldham weather expert Jon Baylis.

Date Published 14/11/2024


The terraced row plan that could bring an entire town to a standstill

A row of seven new terraced houses would effectively split Mossley in two, preventing people getting from one side to the other, according to furious locals. 

Date Published 12/11/2024

Ex-Oldham PC jailed for sexually assaulting girl on duty and superimposing his face onto child abuse images

A police officer who assaulted a vulnerable young girl while on duty and superimposed his face onto child abuse images has been jailed for nine years.

Date Published 12/11/2024


Jane’s zooming success!

A brave-heart teacher conquered her fears by completing a novel fundraiser for a tiny, cash-strapped village school.

Date Published 12/11/2024

‘I’m isolated from half of my hometown because of nightmare drivers’

A wheelchair user says parts of his hometown have become no-go zones thanks to inconsiderate drivers who ignore yellow lines and block pavements.

Date Published 12/11/2024


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