By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter THE leader of Oldham Council, Cllr Arooj Shah, has confirmed she will be stepping down from her post…
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How a lost wallet led to 25-year career at Oldham business
WHEN Phil Hatton found a wallet on the pavement outside Hathershaw mini-market, little did he think it would led to a 25-year career at Hill’s…
View More How a lost wallet led to 25-year career at Oldham businessTour de France to pass through Oldham
IT IS official, The Tour de France is coming to Oldham. Bike races coming through the area are nothing new, but in 2027 the women’s…
View More Tour de France to pass through OldhamDedicated volunteer Debbie is FCHO’s Hidden Hero
A DEDICATED volunteer who helps run Sholver Community Centre and takes part in local litter picks is First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO)’s April Hidden Hero.…
View More Dedicated volunteer Debbie is FCHO’s Hidden HeroLocal volleyball club seek your support ahead of historic final
A FAST-RISING volleyball club from Oldham is heading to the national stage after a remarkable debut season. Legends Volleyball Club CIC have reached the final…
View More Local volleyball club seek your support ahead of historic finalOldham local elections 2026: Full list of candidates standing on May 7
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter Residents will head to the polls on Thursday, May 7, to vote in new representatives for their areas…
View More Oldham local elections 2026: Full list of candidates standing on May 7Strictly-style fundraiser raises over £66,000 for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
SEQUINS, samba and a lot of local spirit helped raise more than £66,000 for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, as their Strictly-inspired dance competition returned in style.…
View More Strictly-style fundraiser raises over £66,000 for Dr Kershaw’s HospiceEast Crompton pupils show ‘imagination and passion’ to win Bellway’s eco competition
THREE Shaw primary school pupils who showed ‘imagination and passion’ are the lucky winners of a Bellway competition celebrating British garden wildlife. Chloe Laycock, Layla…
View More East Crompton pupils show ‘imagination and passion’ to win Bellway’s eco competitionHidden Hero award for FCHO’s inspirational 84-year-old volunteer
AN 84-year-old volunteer who is a ‘true inspiration’ for her work with First Choice Homes Oldham’s (FCHO) has been named the housing association’s March Hidden…
View More Hidden Hero award for FCHO’s inspirational 84-year-old volunteerLocal hospice invites new voices to help guide future care
PEOPLE from across Oldham are being encouraged to step forward and help shape the future of end-of-life care as Dr Kershaw’s Hospice looks to welcome…
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