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Protestors gathered in Shaw against HMOs in the town. Images courtesy of Sean Hansford / MEN

Protestors gather to oppose ‘flood of HMOs’ in Shaw

Neighbours in Shaw took to the streets to oppose a ‘flood of HMOs’ entering their town.

Date Published 07/04/2025


‘Life-changing’ mental health employment support service helps Joana

An Oldham woman has praised a local service for changing her life and giving her hope for a brighter future.

Date Published 07/04/2025

What a showpiece - Grenadier Guards capture everyone's hearts with another stunning Uppermill performance

They came, they played, and they captured everyone’s hearts.

Date Published 07/04/2025


Wrigley Head solar panels will be plugged into national grid

Plans to build a huge new solar energy farm next to Rochdale Canal could be ‘completed by autumn’ after years of delay.

Date Published 06/04/2025

Honour your loved ones and support families like Natasha’s with a Dr Kershaw's Rose to Remember

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice is inviting the local community to take part in this year’s Rose to Remember Appeal.

Date Published 06/04/2025


Searching for the heroes and the villains in Diggle!

The 2025 Diggle Scarecrow Trail has launched, with some lovely weather forecast.

Date Published 06/04/2025

‘Sneak peak’ at new town-centre park

Oldham’s brand new town-centre park will open in March 2026, the council has revealed.

Date Published 04/04/2025


New female mental health hospital officially opens in Oldham

A new mental health hospital for women has officially opened in Oldham, creating more than 130 local jobs.

Date Published 04/04/2025

Residents to protest HMOs as councillors call for tighter restrictions

Residents are gearing up for a peaceful protest following what they describe as a ‘deluge of HMOs’ in an Oldham town.

Date Published 04/04/2025


Oldham men kidnapped and assaulted an Imam

Two men have been found guilty of kidnapping and violently assaulting an 87 year-old Imam in Oldham last year, causing significant injuries including a brain bleed alongside...

Date Published 04/04/2025

Reminder issued ahead of road closures due to Transpennine Route Upgrade

Drivers have been reminded that a popular destination for holiday outings will be closed to all traffic for two weekends, including the May bank holiday.

Date Published 04/04/2025


Tram crashes surge, new data reveals

Crashes involving Metrolink trams and cars surged by 30 per cent last year, new data shows.

Date Published 02/04/2025

Wembley-bound students’ plan to get more girls into football is truly kicking off!

Students from E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) are winners of this year’s Manchester United Foundation Premier League Inspires social action challenge, following a day of...

Date Published 02/04/2025


Lees School Street trial is setting new safety standards

With support from Oldham Council and TfGM, Hey with Zion Primary School and St. Edwards RC Primary School introduced a new School Street at the start of the 2024 academic year,...

Date Published 02/04/2025

Plenty more dry and sunny weather on the way, but cooler for a time

As weather forecasts go, this looks pretty much straight-forward this week with high pressure in charge.

Date Published 02/04/2025


Oldham firms become next-door neighbours thanks to Mahdlo link

A chance remark while crossing boggy Saddleworth moorland has led to two established Oldham businesses becoming next-door neighbours.

Date Published 02/04/2025

CWTC Disability Awareness event proves a big success

The Centre of Wellbeing, Training and Culture Oldham hosted a Disability Awareness event in partnership with Scope at the CWTC headquarters.

Date Published 02/04/2025


Anthony quits smoking aged 72 after his wife's death from COPD

Seventy-two-year-old Anthony Fearon has proved you’re never too old to change your ways.

Date Published 01/04/2025

Great British Spring Clean continues at Failsworth section of the Rochdale Canal

Community volunteers - including staff from First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) - cleaned rubbish out of the Failsworth section of the Rochdale Canal at the weekend using canoes and...

Date Published 01/04/2025


New community café to be built

The old sports pavilion in Mossley will be demolished and replaced with a café/bar and function room.

Date Published 01/04/2025

Government responds to request for statutory powers in Oldham CSE inquiry

Oldham council will not get a statutory public inquiry into child sexual exploitation in the borough, the home secretary has confirmed. 

Date Published 01/04/2025


Moorland fire causes major road closure

A moorland fire and the emergency response closed Holmfirth Road near the Saddleworth border with West Yorkshire last night (Tuesday).

Date Published 01/04/2025

Heartbroken school community launch support appeal following death of 'much loved' teacher Paul

A shocked school community has launched an appeal to support the family of a “much loved” teacher after an incident in Chadderton last Wednesday.

Date Published 01/04/2025


More than 100 new homes approved for Foxdenton Farm site in Chadderton

More than 100 new houses to be built in Chadderton could ‘help people get on the property ladder’, developers say. 

Date Published 01/04/2025

Hathershaw pupils shine at MEGAHUB event

Hathershaw College has been celebrating the significant achievement of its students at the recent MEGAHUB event, which encourages secondary school pupils to explore and excel in...

Date Published 30/03/2025


Air cadets light up annual opening of Royton bowling green

Royton Cricket, Bowling and Running Club held its annual opening of the bowling green, which was this year graced by the 1855 Royton Air Cadets. 

Date Published 30/03/2025

Searching for Peter's next of kin

Do you know the next of kin of a man from Oldham?

Date Published 30/03/2025


Oldham Temple spreads joy at Holi Festival with rainbow of colours.

Oldham’s Hindu community once again came together in multi-coloured joy to celebrate the festival of Holi at the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir.

Date Published 30/03/2025

Police investigate 'shocking' stabbing incident at Oldham retail park

A police investigation is underway after a 19-year-old man was stabbed at Alexandra Road retail park at 3.25pm yesterday afternoon (Sunday).

Date Published 30/03/2025


Family pay tribute to 'true gentleman' who was murdered following reported fight close to Elk Mill roundabout

Greater Manchester Police have named the victim who lost his life during an incident in Chadderton earlier this week as 50-year-old Paul Bowles.

Date Published 29/03/2025

Murder charge secured following incident near Elk Mill roundabout earlier this week

Following an incident on Broadway in Chadderton on Wednesday (March 26), Greater Manchester Police officers have secured charges.

Date Published 29/03/2025


Police still searching for man in connection with theft probe

Greater Manchester Police officers are appealing again for the public’s help to find Neculai Todirenchi.

Date Published 28/03/2025

Oldham's 'deafening silence' since voting to leave Places for Everyone scheme

Oldham has been ‘left in uncertainty’ since voting to withdraw from a controversial housing scheme.

Date Published 27/03/2025


Mum and baby located safe and well after discovery of placenta in Werneth park

Following an earlier police appeal in relation to a placenta which was found in Werneth Park earlier yesterday (Friday), officers have now located mum and baby.

Date Published 27/03/2025

Crompton House scoops pioneering mental health award

An Oldham school has achieved the School Mental Health Award, which is delivered by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools.

Date Published 27/03/2025


Hulme Grammar School pupils shine at national chemistry final

Four talented young scientists from Hulme Grammar School showcased their exceptional chemistry skills at the national finals of the Royal Society of Chemistry’s prestigious ‘Top...

Date Published 27/03/2025

Silcock's announce two new rides for Daisy Nook Easter Fair

Silcock’s - the family firm that has organised one of Greater Manchester’s best-loved Easter events for generations - has confirmed two new attractions for 2025.

Date Published 27/03/2025


Former hospital wing demolished at Royal Oldham

Our dramatic photo captures the moment a former hospital wing was demolished in Oldham this week.

Date Published 27/03/2025

Former Tory Councillor Graham Sheldon joins The Oldham Group

The Oldham Group has announced that former Conservative Councillor Graham Sheldon has joined its ranks, further strengthening its commitment to putting Oldham and Saddleworth...

Date Published 27/03/2025


Mahdlo Youth Zone partners with Oldham College for T-Level studies

Mahdlo Youth Zone has announced a new partnership with Oldham College, offering T Level Business Foundation students an invaluable real-world learning opportunity as part of their...

Date Published 25/03/2025

Cooler air and some rain for a time, then improving

March is not far off coming to a close and the first month of Spring has been dry.

Date Published 25/03/2025


Suspected drug dealers arrested in Derker

On Tuesday night, Greater Manchester Police officers from Operation Vulcan were on patrol in Derker when they sighted a car which appeared to be uninsured.

Date Published 25/03/2025

Councillor hits out at Oldham's fly-tipping scourge

A Royton Councillor believes that more needs to be done in preventing and educating those who fly-tip, with bigger fines and tougher penalties imposed.

Date Published 25/03/2025


Masked men from Oldham jailed for 'terrifying' attempted robbery

Two masked men who used an imitation firearm to hold up two women in an attempted robbery have been jailed for a total of three years, following a British Transport Police...

Date Published 25/03/2025

Funding secured for new outdoor market

Oldham is due to get a new outdoor market space on George Square, the council has confirmed.

Date Published 25/03/2025


Rotary cycle gift joy for Hollinwood Academy children

The Rotary Clubs of Oldham Metro and Saddleworth work together on several projects each year, supporting local community and charitable causes throughout both local areas. 

Date Published 25/03/2025

Drugs, baseball bat and machete sheath seized from car spotted driving suspiciously in Derker

Whilst officers from Greater Manchester Police's recently-launched Operation Vulcan initiative were on patrol in Derker last night (Monday), they noticed a car driving...

Date Published 25/03/2025


Greenfield Cricket Club enhances community safety with defibrillator initiative

Greenfield Cricket Club has prioritised player and community safety by having a life-saving defibrillator at its grounds.

Date Published 25/03/2025

Spark Oldham aim to help make high school prom day extra special for all

With the cost of living really impacting local families, Spark Oldham want to try and pull together as a community and make it easier for parents with the cost of high school...

Date Published 25/03/2025


Oldham considers introducing new bin charge

Households in Oldham could face a new charge to replace brown, blue and green recyling bins.

Date Published 24/03/2025

Covid memorial destroyed on pandemic anniversary

A Covid memorial has been destroyed by vandals in the gardens of Shaw town centre.

Date Published 24/03/2025


Community champion Steve prepares to be featured in prestigious art exhibition

Intrepid fundraiser Steve Hill from Shaw is set to feature in a prestigious art exhibition next month.

Date Published 24/03/2025

Tap and go ‘momentous’, Burnham says

“It’s a momentous day for Greater Manchester,” according to Andy Burnham - but it’s all down to a ‘hidden’ change you might ‘not want to know about’.

Date Published 24/03/2025


Mountain rescue team dash to assist stricken biker

Oldham Mountain Rescue Team were contacted on Saturday afternoon by North West Ambulance Service to assist with an extrication of a young male who had fallen off his mountain bike...

Date Published 24/03/2025

Woodhouses Village planning dispute due to receive final decision

A planning dispute that has left some in a village feeling ‘frustrated and powerless’ will come to an end this week. 

Date Published 24/03/2025


Latics legend Roy is back with more incredible Boundary Park memories

Most die-hard Latics fans know that the football club has had a rich and varied history since being founded 130 years ago.

Date Published 24/03/2025

Oldham Lib-Dems back Age UK ‘Offline and Overlooked’ campaign

Oldham Liberal Democrat Leader councillor Howard Sykes MBE has backed a petition from the charity Age UK calling on the government to protect offline access to services. 

Date Published 24/03/2025


Lyndhurst Primary and Nursery School celebrates latest Ofsted report

Lyndhurst Primary and Nursery School is celebrating its latest Ofsted report, with the school described as having “set out an ambitious curriculum for all its pupils, including...

Date Published 23/03/2025

Oldham hero Alan wins Pride of Retail Award

Proud Oldhamer Alan Wrigley has won the Retail Week Pride of Retail Award 2025 at a glittering ceremony.

Date Published 21/03/2025


HMO planning application receives more than 100 objections

More than 100 people have objected to plans to convert a former GP office in Shaw into a 22-bed housing complex.

Date Published 21/03/2025

Police launch major crackdown on crime and anti-social behaviour in Derker

Following the recent successes of the Operation Vulcan team, Greater Manchester Police’s Chief Constable commissioned the new Vulcan Futures initiative.

Date Published 21/03/2025


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