DO you have a favourite view of Royton, an image that encapsulates all that’s best about the town? If so then it might win a…
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Everything coming up (red) roses to mark Lancashire Day
THE Red Rose flag is flying across Shaw and Crompton today (Friday, November 27) to mark Lancashire Day. There was even a scheduled fly-by across…
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CCTV appeal following Beal Lane robbery
Detectives have released CCTV images of two men they would like to speak to following a robbery in Oldham. At approximately 5.45pm on Monday 21…
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Angels of mercy – volunteers team up with Leisure Centre café staff to provide hot food boost for homeless
OLDHAM Street Angels have added extra items to their regular menu of help since lockdown. The volunteer Angels are usually deployed helping revelers and supporting…
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Doorstep team is here to help
TWO volunteers have been doing their bit to make sure residents – including some of our most vulnerable and isolated – are getting the latest…
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Apprentices building a better future through First Choice Homes Oldham partners
Nine apprentices kick started their careers in construction and engineering in 2019/20, thanks to First Choice Homes Oldham’s (FCHO) partners. North West-based contractors which are…
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New eco-friendly burial area dedicated in Crompton cemetery
A NEW ‘green’ burial area of Crompton Cemetery is set to be dedicated by Oldham Council. The eco-friendly location will not be identifiable as a…
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New speciality bar opens in Oldham
PUB lovers and real-ale enthusiasts welcomed Oldham’s newest bar with a cold one yesterday after the transformation of a former unused office building in the…
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YBS plan Oldham branch closure as part of nationwide proposals
YORKSHIRE Building Society is looking to shut its Oldham town centre branch as part of a nationwide closure programme. Customers have been receiving letters outlining…
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Babies benefit from knitting skills of Townswomen’s Guild members
WHEN a request for cannula covers for new born babies was made by Royal Oldham Hospital members of Royton Townswomen’s Guild took out their knitting…
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