AN EXHIBITION shining a light on the often-overlooked role of South Asian soldiers in the World Wars is set to open in Oldham. The ‘Forgotten…
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Raise as glass around the borough at Oldham Bar Hop
RAISE a glass as 14 pubs, bars and venues across Oldham town centre each offer something unique for the Oldham Bar Hop. The event, taking…
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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…
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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…
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Oldham Post Office saved as temporary branch opens following WH Smith closure
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM town centre’s Post Office has been saved after the WH Smith that operated the service closed down…
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School welcomes community for special Eid celebration
A ROYTON secondary school opened its doors to the Oldham community for the second successive year for a special Eid celebration. Students from E-ACT The…
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Councillor Arooj Shah formally appointed as new Leader
COUNCILLOR Arooj Shah was formally appointed as the new Leader of Oldham Council at its Annual Council meeting. As the new leader, Cllr Shah is…
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RSPCA to close Strinesdale Animal Centre
AN OLDHAM animal centre is set to close due to financial issues. RSPCA Bury, Oldham and District Branch announced their intention to close the Strinesdale…
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Illuminate festival returns to light up Oldham town centre and beyond
THE annual free Illuminate festival is set to return to Oldham – and this time it’s bigger and better than ever. After the continued success…
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Triple boost for Oldham solicitors
A LOCAL legal firm has boosted its team with a triple appointment. Pearson Solicitors & Financial Advisers Ltd, based on Queen Street in Oldham, has…
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