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Oldham show home shines at this year’s UK Property Awards
A SHOW home in Oldham has been named the ‘Best Interior Design Show Home’ in Greater Manchester at the UK Property Awards. The Hampstead, a…
Bee Network app signals new era for Greater Manchester travel
A NEW app with real-time bus, tram and train travel information and cheaper tickets is now available to local passengers. The Bee Network app, which…
Oldham Council chief executive agrees to postpone retirement
OLDHAM Council’s Chief Executive has agreed to remain in post for two more years after initially planning to retire at the end of this year.…
Operation takes unroadworthy taxis off the road
A CABBIE was arrested in Oldham for drug driving during a recent enforcement operation aimed at making sure taxis and drivers operating are safe. Licensing…
Don’t Trash Oldham: free pest control service goes live
OLDHAM Council is now offering a free pest control service to residents who own their own homes, and those living in private rented accommodation. A…
Liberal Democrats slam Burnham’s “gravy-train of expensive deputy mayors”
OLDHAM Liberal Democrat Leader councillor Howard Sykes MBE has slammed Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham after it emerged that his former deputy, Baroness Beverley Hughes…
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Roughyeds looking up – on and off the field
OLDHAM Rugby League Club is on the up off the field – now to get it on the up on it. But new coach Sean…
Roughyeds raises £5,000 for MND Association
IN A heartwarming display of community support, Oldham Rugby League Football Club (Roughyeds) raised an impressive £5,000 for the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association. The…
Ford looks to make Oldham ‘proud’ of Roughyeds
MIKE Ford can add another string to his already varied rugby bow – the man looking to rejuvenate his hometown club. Now as part of…
Boundary Park move for Roughyeds best for sport in Oldham area
OLDHAM’S rugby league club will share Boundary Park with the town’s football club in a move its council believes will benefit every sport in the…
Oldham half marathon to return
OLDHAM’s half marathon, one of the toughest 13.1 mile races in the UK, is set to return this Halloween, after more than three years away. …
Roughyeds link up with rugby league giants Wigan
OLDHAM Roughyeds will have access to some of rugby league giants Wigan’s beat young talent after agreeing a further dual registration link. The League One…
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Have your say on childhood obesity in new survey
LOCAL people are being encouraged to take part in a survey around children’s healthy living, as childhood obesity rates continue to rise across Greater Manchester.…
Hospice launches Christmas tree collection and recycle service
A HOSPICE which cares for patients across Saddleworth and Oldham is bringing back its popular Christmas tree collection service this festive season. Households who enjoy…
Join Maggie’s cycling challenge to help people living with cancer
CYCLING fans are invited to put pedal to the metal for a challenge to support cancer charity Maggie’s Oldham. Whether you ride a road bike,…
Dr Kershaw’s Summer Fayre and Mascot Launch a Success
DR Kershaw’s welcomed the community back to the Hospice for their first Summer Fayre in four years. The Fayre, which took place on July 30,…
Why not walk the Oldham Way this Easter
More than 40 miles of countryside to explore Broken down into seven manageable sections – or one epic challenge Full details now on the Oldham…
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Lowry masterpiece to go on display at Oldham gallery
A MASTERPIECE by a famous artist who lived and worked in Tameside will be on public display in Oldham. ‘Going to the Match’ by L.S.…
Maggie’s Oldham raise £83,000 for cancer patients at annual Orange Ball
Photos – credit Darren Robinson Photography and Fitchett’s photography A DINNER and evening of entertainment was enjoyed by 520 guests as this year’s Maggie’s Oldham…
What’s On at Gallery Oldham: Devotions to the Goddess Flora work by Ruth Moilliet
GALLERY Oldham’s latest temporary exhibition looks blooming great – but it also has an important environmental message. On June 24 sculptor Ruth Moilliet’s flower-filled exhibition…
Applications for £100 street party grants now live
PLANS to celebrate the King’s Coronation are getting a boost as the Council launches grants to fund street parties during the May bank holiday weekend.…
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Local solicitors help employees made redundant by national firm
A LEADING local law firm is supporting more than a hundred employees affected by the closure of a national organisation. Axiom Ince Limited ceased trading…
Oldham businesses celebrated at awards ceremony
OLDHAM’s businesses were once again celebrated at another glittering awards ceremony at the Queen Elizabeth Hall. Winners of 11 categories were announced on the night,…
Leading lawyers educate Oldham Sixth Formers
TOP lawyers took time out of their busy schedules to help inspire and educate Oldham Sixth Form College students. Lubna Shuja, President of The Law…
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‘Excellent’ GCSE results for Crompton House
YEAR 11 students at Crompton House CE School in Oldham have excelled themselves this year on GCSE Results Day. The Shaw-based school, which takes in…
College toasts achievements of Oldham students in A-levels
STUDENTS at Oldham Sixth Form College (OSFC) have been hailed for coming through several challenges to do a ‘fantastic job’ in their A-levels. The complex,…
Oldham Hulme ‘utterly delighted’ with A-Level results
THERE were lots of success stories to celebrate among students and staff at Oldham Hulme Grammar School on A-Level Results Day. The private school has…
