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Oldham records highest daily new COVID-19 cases since start of pandemic
By Charlotte Green, Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM has recorded its highest daily total of new coronavirus cases since the pandemic began as infections in town…
Families move into new FCHO affordable housing development in Royton
First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has completed its latest housing development in Royton, with the first families starting to move in. Five three-bedroom family homes…
The Blue Coat School Oldham asks some pupils to self-isolate after confirmed Covid-19 case
PUPILS at The Blue Coat School Oldham are being asked to self-isolate if they have been in contact with a Year 10 student who has…
‘Let’s not be complacent’ – a message from Cllr Sean Fielding
Let’s not mess up all the hard work we’ve done over the last few weeks. That’s the message from Council Leader Sean Fielding to residents…
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Kewell runnings! New Oldham boss makes things simpler to get message across
HARRY Kewell admits he will teach his Oldham players just like he was as he looks to succeed at Boundary Park. That means not blinding…
3D academy expansion plans
MARK Aston is overseeing an expansion of the football academy at Saddleworth 3Ds. The FA Level 2 coach from Dobcross, whose father and grandfather were…
Cue Kewell as Latics turn to Harry to revive fortunes
NEW Oldham Athletic head coach Harry Kewell believes he will be better for previous experiences of managing in Sky Bet League Two. The 41-year-old, a…
RL Roll of Honour place for Oldhamer
OLDHAM RLFC chairman Chris Hamilton was a special guest of the Rugby Football League at a function in Huddersfield to mark the sport’s 125th birthday and…
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Hall of famer – digital expert Becki honoured at Teaching awards
A HOPWOOD Hall College tutor has been recognised at the prestigious Pearson National Teaching awards. Chosen from thousands of nominations, Becki Lee, has become one…
MP Debbie Abrahams walks in memory of her mum
Oldham East and Saddleworth MP, Debbie Abrahams, is encouraging local people to support the work of Alzheimer’s Society by taking part in this year’s Memory…
Raise money for Maggie’s and enjoy a night of culture from the sofa
CANCER charity Maggie’s is calling on people to raise funds and enjoy a virtual night of entertainment from the comfort of their own home on…
Pennies turn to pounds thanks to Coffee2Cash
PEARSON Solicitors and Financial Advisers have certainly been looking after the pennies to turn them into pounds and donate £5,000 to Maggie’s Oldham. During lockdown,…
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Explore the past as Oldham Histories Festival goes digital
DESPITE current restrictions, Gallery Oldham, Oldham Local Studies and Archives and other partners are continuing with the annual Oldham Histories Festival. This year it will…
Debut screenplay wins award
OLDHAM’S Lee James Cluskey has won his first award as a screenwriter. The 39-year-old’s debut screenplay ‘Stepping Off The Carpathia’ triumphed at the Tagore International…
Do the write thing
CAN you be a James Patterson of the future? Or could JK Rowling be your writing role model? If so, a new arm of publishing…
‘Oh no it isn’t!’ – Oldham Coliseum postpone panto for 2020
OLDHAM Coliseum theatre has announced the postponement of its annual Christmas Panto. The theatre was scheduled to host the performance of the panto classic, Aladdin…
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Oldham Council and HSE working to make sure businesses are Covid secure
OLDHAM Council is working with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to carry out spot checks on businesses across the borough to make sure they…
Bittersweet dessert bar set for Old Town Hall launch
A NEW dessert and café bar is bringing a sweet new offering to Oldham town centre after opening at the Old Town Hall. Bittersweet will…
HSE spot inspections continue in Oldham
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is carrying out further spot inspections at businesses in Oldham to ensure all workplaces are COVID-secure as coronavirus cases…
Oldham Council distributes over £45m in business grants
Oldham Council has now distributed more than £45 million in cash grants to support businesses across the borough impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Over 4,000…
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It’s not too late to enrol at Hopwood Hall College
IT is not too late to kick-start your future by taking a course at Hopwood Hall College. The College, which has campuses in both Middleton…
‘Bumper crop’ of results at Beech House
PUPILS at Beech House are celebrating a ‘bumper crop’ of GCSE results despite not sitting any exams during the coronavirus pandemic. Mr Sartain, Principal at…
Crompton House School students ‘thoroughly deserve’ excellent GCSE results
STUDENTS at Crompton House School ‘thoroughly deserve’ their excellent set of GCSE grades, says headteacher Mr Karl Newell. Attainment at the school for this year’s…
Hopwood Hall College BTEC results are testament to students’ hard work and resilience
IT was a testament to the hard work and resilience of the students at Hopwood Hall College as the Class of 2020 received their BTEC…