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Oldham councillors voted in July to ask the Home Office for a public inquiry to give a voice to those impacted by child sexual exploitation

Elon Musk weighs in as Labour rejects Oldham’s call for child abuse inquiry

Labour has rejected calls from Oldham council for a government inquiry into historic child abuse.

Date Published 30/12/2024


This bold idea turned tired Altrincham into a buzzing town, now everywhere else is copying it

It all started with Altrincham.

Date Published 02/01/2025

Saddleworth Pool and Leisure Centre reopens following £250k refurbishment

Oldham Active’s Saddleworth Pool and Leisure Centre has reopened following a £250,000 transformation of its gym and exercise facilities.

Date Published 02/01/2025


NHS urge the public to use online services as services face post-Christmas pressure

Our region’s senior health leader has urged the public to use services wisely as 111 phone services, GP practices and A&E departments see high numbers of people contacting them...

Date Published 02/01/2025

Dr Kershaw's set to launch the Great Christmas Tree Chip-Off

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice will be launching its first-ever Great Christmas Tree Chip-Off this weekend to raise money for patients and their families.

Date Published 02/01/2025


Oldham Tuneless Choir encourages you to sing in 2025

If your New Year's resolution is to find a new hobby, socialise more, or to be healthier and happier, then Oldham Tuneless Choir believe they can help.

Date Published 30/12/2024

Uppermill writer and filmmaker John launches new book

Are you a runner who’s lost the joy of running?

Date Published 30/12/2024


The King's New Year honours list - some incredible Oldhamers are recognised

Community champions and creatives are among a number of Oldhamers who have been recognised in the King's New Year Honours list.

Date Published 30/12/2024

Search extends for missing 13-year-old who has Oldham links

Greater Manchester Police officers are helping their colleagues in Devon and Cornwall try to find 13-year-old Kayleigh, who has links to the Oldham area.

Date Published 30/12/2024


The major events that defined Oldham in 2024

It’s been an eventful 2024 for Oldham borough.

Date Published 28/12/2024

Oldham drugs probe - police seeking this man

Police officers are appealing for information following an investigation into drugs supply in the Oldham area.

Date Published 23/12/2024


Man with Oldham links wanted in connection with a 'serious' offence

Greater Manchester Police officers are appealing for the public’s help to find Anthony Morrison.

Date Published 23/12/2024

‘I tried driving a Metrolink tram – I got in a crash and was caught speeding five times’

After five minutes driving a Metrolink tram, I had ploughed into a car outside Manchester Town Hall.

Date Published 23/12/2024


Suspected stolen bike seized from youths near South Chadderton tram stop

A suspected stolen bike was seized after police officers attended a scene at a Chadderton tram stop where a large group of youths were gathered on Friday.

Date Published 23/12/2024

Oldhamer Charlotte is crowned Aldi's biggest superfan!

A woman from Oldham has been officially crowned Aldi’s biggest fan and awarded the supermarket’s first-ever Superfan Card, which covers the cost of a year’s worth of groceries.

Date Published 23/12/2024


Christmas Day rescue drama for mountain teams

Two mountain rescue teams were involved in a tough rescue for three hours on Christmas Day afternoon.

Date Published 23/12/2024

Oldham duo set to complete incredible year-long fund-raising challenge

A pair of endurance runners from Oldham are set for their final run in an epic challenge to run 10km a day for the whole year.

Date Published 23/12/2024


Global beats set to hit The Vale in new 2025 season

From blues to flamenco and dayglo punk to New Orleans brass, there's a whole world of music on offer at The Vale in early 2025.

Date Published 23/12/2024

The big developments set to transform Oldham in 2025

This year saw the launch of ambitious plans to change the face of Oldham in the future.

Date Published 23/12/2024


There will be no local elections in Greater Manchester in 2025 - and here’s why

There will be no elections held in Greater Manchester in 2025.

Date Published 23/12/2024

Dobcross by torchlight

A pretty Saddleworth village proved the Christmas flame still burns when the community turned out for a traditional torchlit procession.

Date Published 23/12/2024


TfGM industrial action OFF

Potential industrial action at Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) just days before the mayor’s ‘biggest change yet to our public transport’ has been averted.

Date Published 23/12/2024

Meet the 16-year-old boy who looks after 13 babies!

Harley Keenan looks after almost as many babies as he has clocked in years walking this earth.

Date Published 23/12/2024


Man wanted in connection with 'serious' offences - do not approach him

Greater Manchester Police officers are appealing for the public’s help to find Jerome Wood.

Date Published 20/12/2024

Festive fun at school’s Christmas Fair

The Oldham community flocked to E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) recently for its annual Christmas Fair, which brought some festive cheer for attendees and marked the...

Date Published 20/12/2024


Child and two adults injured in Oldham Way crash

Two adults and a child were injured in a road crash in Oldham on Saturday (December 21).

Date Published 20/12/2024

The new powers Andy Burnham never wanted that are causing concern

Andy Burnham will have the power to overturn decisions by local councils over controversial developments under new proposals.

Date Published 20/12/2024


‘Drug dealing hotspot’ flat shut as neighbours speak of months-long ordeal

A flat said by council bosses to be a ‘drug-dealing hotspot’ has been cleared after a closure order was enforced.

Date Published 19/12/2024

Teacher Jackie retires after 40 years at Werneth Primary School

After an incredible 40 years of service to the staff, children and school community of Werneth Primary School, Jackie Hodgkiss retired from her role as Deputy Designated...

Date Published 19/12/2024


Police appeal follows targeted handbag theft in Oldham town centre car park

Greater Manchester Police officers are appealing for information following a robbery which took place at the Spindles car park on Peter Street in Oldham.

Date Published 19/12/2024

Crompton House's #WriteaSmile postcard project raises much-needed money for NorthCare charity

Crompton House school's #WriteaSmile postcard project is going from strength to strength.

Date Published 19/12/2024


Crompton Street incident - man charged with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life

A man has been charged with firearm offences following an incident in Oldham in November.

Date Published 19/12/2024

National award joy for popular Oldham-based chess club

The English Chess Federation's Director of Finance, Alex Longson, represented the national governing body in presenting the 2024 Club of the Year award to the Oldham-based 3Cs...

Date Published 19/12/2024


New all-day cafe coming to Oldham tram stop

A new all-day cafe will be serving up coffee and pastries to commuters in Oldham.

Date Published 19/12/2024

School charity reindeer run raises vital funds for Dr Kershaw's

Children and staff at Burnley Brow school in Chadderton took part in a charity Reindeer Run, raising funds for the Royton-based Dr Kershaw's Hospice.

Date Published 19/12/2024


Studio OL3 launches scholarship in bid to inspire the next generation of computer science innovators at Hulme School

Studio OL3, a renowned architectural firm based in Oldham, has unveiled the Studio OL3 Scholarship for Computer Science.

Date Published 19/12/2024

Police turn up at Oldham Council after explosive argument in chambers and ‘Nazi’ insults

Police officers turned up to an Oldham Council meeting after an ‘explosive’ argument between councillors of different political groups and the public.

Date Published 18/12/2024


Some windy days coming up and a look at the weather for Christmas Day

December, these days, always seems mild.

Date Published 18/12/2024

Huge Prince’s Gate development plan pushed back as council accused of ‘doing too much behind closed doors’

The decision on the long-awaited development at Prince’s Gate in Oldham has been questioned after councillors raised concerns about ‘insufficient information’ and decisions they...

Date Published 18/12/2024


All the big Greater Manchester transport announcements of 2024

Buses overhauled, new train stations announced, and the Metrolink system extended.

Date Published 18/12/2024

Theatre group going from strength to strength as 10th birthday approaches

A popular local theatre group is gearing up to celebrate its 10th birthday.

Date Published 18/12/2024


Park set to get a proper LIFt

One of Royton’s most popular green spaces is set to get even better thanks to a cash boost from Oldham Council.

Date Published 18/12/2024

Christmas angels flood Saddleworth’s villages

Choirs of tiny, hand-crafted Christmas angels are lighting up the lives of Saddleworth villagers in time for Yuletide.

Date Published 17/12/2024


Art Trail success story lights up Uppermill

The Saddleworth Winter Art Trail brought a warm glow of success at the Uppermill Methodist Centre.

Date Published 17/12/2024

Second unmarked mass grave contains stillborn children

A second unmarked mass grave containing the bodies of stillborn babies has been identified at Royton cemetery.

Date Published 17/12/2024


Post bosses respond to delivery delays

Royal Mail bosses have responded to concerns over delays in mail delivery across the area.

Date Published 17/12/2024

Kingfisher Learning Trust's latest Annual Ball is a perfect opportunity to support local schools

The Kingfisher Learning Trust has announced details of its 15th Annual Kingfisher Ball.

Date Published 17/12/2024


Oldham faces crushing £20m budget blackhole

Oldham councillors called for the government to ‘be kind’ to local authorities ahead of a long-awaited settlement announcement tomorrow (Wednesday). 

Date Published 16/12/2024

Teenage boy facing numerous charges at Friday court appearance

A 15-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been charged with robbery, aggravated taking a vehicle without consent causing damage and serious injury, driving...

Date Published 16/12/2024


Proud Oldham Academy North Head salutes Progress 8 score

Staff and students at E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) are celebrating after achieving the best Progress 8 scores among non-selective schools in Oldham.

Date Published 16/12/2024

Oldham Foodbank receives £2k donation to support local community with food supplies over Christmas

Volunteers at Oldham Foodbank are celebrating after receiving £2,000 to purchase in-demand food supplies for those in need over the Christmas period.

Date Published 16/12/2024


‘This doesn’t end here’: honouring the babies who were ‘treated like landfill’ and buried in mass graves

Tears of grief, joy, anger. Decades of pent up emotion came to the surface at an event to memorialise the almost 300 babies buried in a mass grave in Royton.

Date Published 13/12/2024

Woman sought after victim has £400 stolen in Oldham town centre

Greater Manchester Police officers are looking to speak to this woman as they believe she can assist with investigations.

Date Published 13/12/2024


Police probe follows 'frightening' Sholver robbery

Police officers are appealing for information and footage following a robbery in Sholver.

Date Published 13/12/2024

Trans-Web delivers festive joy to children at Royal Oldham Hospital

Local manufacturer of lifting, lashing and height safety equipment, Trans-Web, have donated 100 selection boxes to young carers and child patients at the Royal Oldham Hospital.

Date Published 13/12/2024


Latics stars spread plenty of Christmas cheer during Royal Oldham Hospital visit

A selection of Latics players paid a visit to the children's ward at Royal Oldham Hospital as part of the club's annual Christmas visit.

Date Published 13/12/2024

Group of neighbours left enraged after planning meeting - but council says the change is ‘desperately needed’

Oldham Council approved the opening of a ‘controversial’ new children’s home in Shaw at a tense planning meeting on Wednesday (December 11).

Date Published 13/12/2024


GMP follows good child protection practices, but needs to improve safeguards for at-risk children

Greater Manchester Police has good leadership of its child protection arrangements, but must improve in some areas to make sure it identifies all risks to children, the police...

Date Published 13/12/2024

Top award for Saddleworth Rotarian

Saddleworth Rotary Club honoured their President Clint Elliott with a Paul Harris Fellowship - the highest award bestowed by Rotary.

Date Published 12/12/2024


Poignant Light Up a Life service raises an incredible £33.5k for Dr Kershaw's patients

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice in Royton was illuminated by hundreds of lights as the Oldham community united for its touching Light Up a Life service.

Date Published 12/12/2024

Operation Venture in Oldham - police seize stolen mopeds, uncover hidden drugs in cannisters and bust established drug lines

Greater Manchester Police's dedicated team tasked with tackling serious violence deployed to the Oldham district for the end of November and start of December 2024.

Date Published 12/12/2024


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