CROMPTON House School’s massive expansion plans could place it on a collision course with local residents. A public consultation is currently underway for the scheme…
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Read and see all about it- ‘Chron’ archive collection saved
AN “outstanding” historic trove of documents, newspaper clippings and images has been saved and will be accessible for public use at the new Oldham Heritage…
View More Read and see all about it- ‘Chron’ archive collection savedHole in none! Beal Valley golf course plan remains in bunker
A GOLF course 24 years in the planning faces another lengthy delay, provoking stinging criticism from one of the scheme’s fiercest critics. Shaw ward councillor,…
View More Hole in none! Beal Valley golf course plan remains in bunkerTributes Paid to Councillor Sue Dearden
Oldham Council have sadly announced the passing of Chadderton Central councillor, Sue Dearden. A former secondary school teacher, Sue first came to Oldham in the…
View More Tributes Paid to Councillor Sue DeardenShaw ex detective recalls hunt for ‘Beast of Manchester’ serial killer
A FORMER Shaw policeman has been re-living his part in the hunt for and conviction of one of Manchester’s most notorious serial killers. A new…
View More Shaw ex detective recalls hunt for ‘Beast of Manchester’ serial killerFund launched after defib thief puts lives in danger
A THIEF who stole a defibrillator from Shaw town centre has put lives in jeopardy. That’s the message to the culprit who removed the life-saving…
View More Fund launched after defib thief puts lives in dangerEd Sheeran look-a-like strikes a chord with Asda shoppers
ASDA shelfstacker Wesley Byrne is laid back about his new found fame as an Ed Sheeran double. But with offers from several look-a-like agencies to…
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Public opinion is sought on plan to turn Parish Council into Town Council
SHAW and Crompton Parish Council could be re-branded later this year providing it receives public backing. For the past three months councillors have discussed changing…
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Night shelter is boost for Oldham’s rough sleepers
ROYTON councillor Hannah Roberts has reaffirmed Oldham Council’s commitment to reducing the number of rough sleepers in the town after visiting a recently opened winter…
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Rotary Club’s nine days of Christmas spread cheer through the community
SANTA Claus received his own present as the Rotary Club of Royton and Crompton raised a wonderful £3,425.50 for community causes and put a smile…
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