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Former hospital ward demolished in Oldham
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter DRAMATIC photos capture the moment a former hospital wing was demolished in Oldham this week. The former Women…
Open Day to highlight community support at Royton Town Hall
ARE you looking for community resources, health services, or expert advice? Then find out more at a special Open Day at Royton Town Hall. The…
Controversial scheme for Shaw landmark dropped
CONTROVERSIAL changes to one of Shaw’s most iconic landmarks have been axed. Big Lamp Roundabout appeared to be under threat after a multi-million scheme was…
New ‘Meals on Wheels’ boost for vulnerable residents
A KIND-HEARTED woman is already delivering 130 meals a week after launching a new ‘Meals on Wheels’ service this year to help vulnerable residents. Gemma…
Experienced KC to lead Oldham’s CSE inquiry
AN INQUIRY into child sexual exploitation (CSE) in Oldham will be chaired by one of the most respected figures in the field of effectively tackling…
Police ask for witnesses after woman in Oldham seriously injured in ‘car collision’
POLICE have issued an appeal for witnesses after a woman was seriously injured in an alleged collision with a car in Oldham town centre. A…
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Hospice’s dancing competition was Strictly sensational
A LOCAL hospice’s version of Strictly Come Dancing has tangoed its way to triumph, raising over £65,000 for patient care. Dr Kershaw’s Hospice says it…
Local hospice leaders head to Parliament to champion funding reform
THE CEO of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice joined hospice leaders at the Houses of Parliament this week, to ask MPs to support reforming the funding model…
ITV filming to close Royton park
A PARK in Royton will close over a couple of days to enable ITV crews to film scenes for a drama series. Oldham Council has…
Oldham College learners are trailblazing first cohort of Midwifery Cadets
FIVE learners from Oldham College are the first in Greater Manchester to gain real-world experience as midwives through industry placements in the NHS. The learners…
Importance of hospice care highlighted in new campaign
A NATIONAL campaign has been launched to raise awareness of the importance of hospice care. Dr Kershaw’s Hospice in Oldham is among over 140 hospices…
Budding gardeners blossom in competition
A BUNCH of amateur gardeners have shown that they are blooming marvellous. Green-fingered residents of First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) have been perfecting their planting…
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Oldham’s sporting ambitions to receive multi-million pound boost
PEOPLE in Oldham will receive a multi-million boost to their sporting aims with the creation of SportsTown. A £5 million investment is kickstarting an ‘ambitious…
Fitness pilot scheme supports young care leavers across Oldham
TWELVE young care experienced people are benefiting from free three-month memberships with Oldham Active to assess the impact of physical activity on their wellbeing. Oldham…
Shaw Cricket Club gets set to tee off for first Golf Day
PLACES are being snapped up quicky for the first annual Shaw Cricket Club Golf Day. The event, sponsored by Fairfield Crisps, is set to tee…
Oldham Active ‘excited’ to make finals of inaugural Seriously Social Awards
OLDHAM Active (Oldham Community Leisure) is ‘excited’ to be shortlisted as a finalist in the Community Leisure UK’s first ever Seriously Social Awards. The awards…
Oldham RLFC target big crowds in rugby league’s new world
MIKE Ford is targeting as full a Boundary Park as possible as Oldham RLFC get used to rugby league’s new age. Roughyeds scored 7.00 in…
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Professor Brian Cox makes Oldham ‘centre of the Universe’ with homecoming visit
FAMOUS physicist Professor Brian Cox is making a special visit to share his expertise and inspire students and teachers in his hometown of Oldham. The town…
Exhibition showcases new chapter for Oldham’s Old Library
THE latest exhibition at Gallery Oldham looks forward to the next chapter in the long history of the borough’s much-loved Old Library. The ‘New life…
Oldham Choral Society offers concert ‘Feast’
THE thrilling cantata Belshazzar’s Feast by Oldham-born William Walton will raise the roof as Oldham Choral Society teams up with Salford Choral Society and the…
Festival shedding light on Oldham set to dazzle
A LATE-NIGHT light festival promises to be bigger and brighter than ever this year. There’s the opportunity for people of all ages to discover Oldham…
Local lad George eyes the biggest of stages
THE BREAK -A-LEG column knows more than most the best theatre talent can be found on its doorstep. Here, Ian Cheeseman speaks to local lad…
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Digital drive boosted by devices donation
AN INITIATIVE aimed at narrowing the digital gap in Oldham has been boosted by a bulk donation. The Donate IT campaign launched in early 2024…
Newly qualified solicitor embarks on dream career with Pearson Solicitors
A NEWLY QUALIFIED solicitor says she is pursuing her dream career of helping other people as she launches into work with Pearson Solicitors and Financial…
Companies invited to enter prestigious Oldham Business Awards
COMPANIES of all sizes and guises across the borough are invited to put themselves forward for this year’s prestigious Oldham Business Awards (OBAs). The awards,…
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Mayor of Lviv visits school as part of Ukraine link-up
A LOCAL school has struck up connections with Ukrainian students which has led to a visit from the Mayor of Lviv. Crompton House in Shaw…
Motivational Language Careers Event a huge success
SCHOOLS in Oldham and Tameside attended a motivational careers event on Thursday 6th February with the aim of increasing the number of students who elect…
Boost for Oldham students preparing for GCSEs
THERE are now just months to go until this year’s GCSE exams begin in secondary schools up and down the country. In Oldham, some students…
