KENNETH Alan Taylor thought news of his British Empire Medal was an online scam… oh no, he didn’t! Actually, ‘oh yes, he did’ but recognition…
View More Theatre legend Alan steps back into spotlight with Queen’s Birthday honour
Tag: royton
Ginny will ‘cherish this journey’ as Mayor forever
OUTGOING Mayor of Oldham Councillor Ginny Alexander said she will ‘cherish this journey forever’ as she handed over the chains and robes of office. Cllr…
View More Ginny will ‘cherish this journey’ as Mayor forever
Oldham College electrical apprentice surges to national final
AN OLDHAM College Electrical apprentice powered his way to an ‘exceptional performance’ at the Sparks Magazine Learner of the Year 2021 final. Adam Pitcher, a…
View More Oldham College electrical apprentice surges to national final
Erin gives back to Dr Kershaws as volunteers made such a difference for her mum
WHEN Erin Bennett’s mum Hazel Reed was cared for at Dr Kershaw’s Hospice in 2018, the staff and volunteers did everything they could to make…
View More Erin gives back to Dr Kershaws as volunteers made such a difference for her mum
Opinion divided over re-development of Thornham Mill
RESIDENTS near a proposed redevelopment at Thornham Mill in Royton have been canvassed for their views on the plans. Developers Blackmores D Ltd are proposing…
View More Opinion divided over re-development of Thornham Mill
Communities encouraged to help tackle litter by taking part in Great British Spring Clean
RESIDENTS, voluntary groups and organisations across Oldham are urged to do their bit to tackle litter and fly-tipping by taking part in the Great British…
View More Communities encouraged to help tackle litter by taking part in Great British Spring Clean
Demolition plans for 116-year-old Royton mill approved
By Charlotte Green, Local Democracy Reporter A 116-year-old mill in Royton will be demolished after plans were approved by Oldham Council, paving the way for…
View More Demolition plans for 116-year-old Royton mill approved
Headteacher steps out to raise £1,300 and counting for children’s mental health charity
A ROYTON headteacher braved sun, rain and heavy hailstones to step out and raise more than £1,300 for a children’s mental health charity. Hilary Henderson,…
View More Headteacher steps out to raise £1,300 and counting for children’s mental health charity
Forward thinking family business keeps taking home improvements to next level
A POPULAR third-generation family business is opening another door to success after taking over its first base on Uppermill high street. Forward-thinking AWC Windows and…
View More Forward thinking family business keeps taking home improvements to next level
Shaw and Royton to buzz with nature friendly zones thanks to First Choice Homes Oldham
NEIGHBOURHOODS in Shaw and Royton are among those set to bloom with wildflowers, thanks to housing association First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO). FCHO’s Neighbourhood Care…
View More Shaw and Royton to buzz with nature friendly zones thanks to First Choice Homes Oldham