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Professor Brian Cox inspires young minds in Oldham
PUPILS from across the borough were among the captivated audience as Professor Brian Cox, renowned physicist, returned to his roots with a series of awe-inspiring…
Oldham’s new market to open in September as traders prepare for big move
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM’S new market will officially open in September, Oldham council has confirmed. Traders from Tommyfield Indoor Market, which…
New homes help for key workers and armed forces personnel
TWO new schemes are being launched to help key workers and armed forces personnel with deposits to buy new homes in Oldham. Housing developer Redrow…
Support with urgent burials set to be extended
PEOPLE across Oldham will now be able to access registrar services outside of normal hours, for support with urgent burials. The council says the change…
Poundland in Oldham town centre abruptly closed after landlord repossession
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter POUNDLAND in Oldham town centre has been repossessed by its landlords, the Local Democracy Reporting Service understands. Staff…
Six major projects to transform Oldham skyline set for approval
Oldham Council is set to greenlight a series of ambitious developments next week, including new homes, a hotel, and major demolitions, as part of a…
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Win £1,000 and a host of top prizes in the Francis House summer raffle
FRANCIS House Children’s Hospice is offering a top prize of £1,000 to anyone who buys the winning ticket in its summer raffle. Tickets are on…
New eco electric homes go on the market
SEVERAL eco electric homes have gone on the market as part of the second phase of a new local housing development. A range of three…
Professor Brian Cox hopes Oldham’s football glory can inspire science brilliance
ONE OF the most famous faces to hail from the area is coming home and hoping basking in its football glory can inspire science excellence.…
Oldham Active upskills fitness team to support customers using GLP-1 weight loss medications
OLDHAM Active is the first leisure provider in the UK to officially train and qualify its fitness team to deliver advice and guidance on GLP-1…
Students’ snaps celebrate Oldham’s past in new showhome
A NEW showhome in Shaw features black and white photographs of Oldham’s industrial heritage taken by six local secondary school students. A group of talented…
The local walking group building friendships and fitness
A LOCAL walking group which gets together every week is helping the community to connect, socialise and be active. Foxdenton Wanderers offers light exercise, fresh…
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Shaw’s Marc Sneyd becomes part of rugby league folklore with Wembley hat-trick
SHAW can now call itself home to rugby league royalty. However, Marc Sneyd would rather not have collected a third Lance Todd Trophy as man…
Kevin Sinfield going back on the road in latest physical challenge
RUGBY league icon turned fundraising phenomenon Kevin Sinfield is going back out on the road again. The former Leeds Rhinos star, now skills and kicking…
Royton and Crompton cricketing icon Cec Wright passes away
THE AREA’S cricketing community is in mourning following the death of legendary figure Cec Wright. The Royton-based 92-year-old, who retired from Uppermill Cricket Club at…
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…
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Oldham Live initiative aims to showcase town centre venues and night-life
A MONTH-LONG celebration of live entertainment throughout June aims to bring a boost to Oldham town centre’s venues and night-life. From open mic nights and…
Saddleworth Singers full of ‘Rhythm and Song’ for summer concert
ENJOY an evening of live music as Saddleworth Singers present their summer concert ‘Rhythm and Song’. The ladies’ choir will take centre stage at Mossley…
Carnival fun at hospice’s Summer Fayre
PARENTS looking to keep their little ones entertained are being warmly invited to a Summer Fayre. The grounds at Dr Kershaw’s Hospice will be transformed…
Local band’s new track rallies Latics ahead of Wembley showdown
AN OLDHAM musician’s band has released a new single ahead of Oldham Athletic’s day of destiny at Wembley. The Boundary Parkas hope the track, featuring…
Daisy Nook Easter Fair is back, bigger and better
ONE OF the area’s most popular Easter fairs is back – bigger and better. For the event at Daisy Nook Country Park, on the border…
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Double delight as Ascroft Medical marks 10 years with new clinic in Oldham
THERE were smiles all around for Ascroft Medical as they celebrated ten years of dental and medical provision in Oldham and launched their new state-of-the-art…
Pearson Solicitors advises Netball UK on expansion with new unit acquisition
Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers Ltd are pleased to have successfully advised Netball UK on the acquisition of a new unit at Prince of Wales…
Iceland boss to inspire at Mahdlo’s business breakfast
MAHDLO’S first business breakfast of 2025 promises to be ‘insightful and inspiring’ as Richard Walker OBE, Executive Chairman of Iceland Foods, is guest speaker. Mr…
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Free workouts and hot meals for eligible Oldham teens
LOCAL teenagers are being given a boost to their health and wellbeing this summer. A new initiative is providing fitness opportunities for children aged 14…
New course to give local students digital skills edge
YOUNG people across Greater Manchester will be among the first to access a prestigious new computing certificate. The course includes artificial intelligence (AI) and machine…
Free summer holiday activities for eligible families
WITH the school summer holidays upon us, young people across Oldham can look forward to enjoying some fun in the sun. Local eligible families can…
