Campaigners fighting to protect greenbelt throughout Shaw and Crompton and the wider Oldham community are digging in for the long haul. Save Shaw Greenbelt supporters…
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Work begins on dismantling St Paul’s Church
Following the partial collapse of the roof at St Paul’s Methodist Church in Shaw work is now set to begin dismantling the front elevation in order…
View More Work begins on dismantling St Paul’s ChurchSupermarket and hotel planned for Oldham Mumps
Oldham Council has agreed a deal to bring a Lidl supermarket and a major UK hotel chain to Prince’s Gate at Oldham Mumps. The local…
View More Supermarket and hotel planned for Oldham MumpsDog owners urged to scoop the poop in ‘Tail of True Love’
CLEANING up dog poo was not just for Valentine’s Day, it’s for life – and animal lovers are asked to play their part. The Dog’s…
View More Dog owners urged to scoop the poop in ‘Tail of True Love’Anger after house builders seek home sales for greenbelt development
ANGRY ‘Save Our Greenbelt’ protestors have hit out after receiving letters from house builders asking them to sell their homes. Residents, who attended Save Royton…
View More Anger after house builders seek home sales for greenbelt developmentRoyton pub plays supporting role in new movie project
LANDLORD Vinnie Caira is optimistic Royton’s Halfway House is going to enjoy more than just 15 minutes of fame. It was lights, camera, and action…
View More Royton pub plays supporting role in new movie projectBridge of sighs car share lifts forced to seek new meeting place
A POPULAR unofficial park and ride location close to the summit of England’s highest motorway has been ruled off limits by highways bosses. For…
View More Bridge of sighs car share lifts forced to seek new meeting placeRoyton Hall Primary and Orchard House bring generations together
TWO generations are getting creative together with a range of exciting and educational projects. Key Stage 1 pupils from Royton Hall Primary School are working…
View More Royton Hall Primary and Orchard House bring generations togetherHill up a mountain! Teacher Steve on road to Morocco for charity
SHAW teacher Steve Hill is packing his bags again for another epic adventure. The deputy head of St Joseph’s RC Primary is off to Africa…
View More Hill up a mountain! Teacher Steve on road to Morocco for charityRoof collapse puts future of church in doubt
THE future of St Paul’s Church in Shaw is uncertain after a major roof collapse at the Grade II listed building on Rochdale Road. Residents…
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