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Oldham Council’s leader named best in the country at awards ceremony
OLDHAM is now home to the best leader of a council in the country. For Cllr Arooj Shah has won the Leader of the Year… The post Oldham Council’s leader named best in the country at awards ceremony appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Health centre hope for former Saddleworth School suffers setback
THE FORMER site of Saddleworth School appears to have been ruled out as the location of a much-discussed health centre. An architect was commissioned to… The post Health centre hope for former Saddleworth School suffers setback appeared first on Saddleworth...
Tributes flood in after Saddleworth-based businessman’s death
SADDLEWORTH is rallying around after a business owner whose products became nationally known died suddenly. Charles Barlow, who formed Greenfield-based Barmy Flags, passed away ‘peacefully… The post Tributes flood in after Saddleworth-based businessman’s death...
Saddleworth councillor leads call for more action on e-bikes
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has led the call for more police funding to tackle the problem of e-bikes and scooters. And Alicia Marland has gained support… The post Saddleworth councillor leads call for more action on e-bikes appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth councillor escapes severe punishment over recording leak of meeting
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has avoided major punishment after being found to have covertly recorded a meeting involving Oldham’s leader. And opponents believe Mark Kenyon got… The post Saddleworth councillor escapes severe punishment over recording leak of meeting...
Oldham set for ‘game changing’ police power regarding domestic abuse
OLDHAM is set to become subject to a ‘game changing’ police power that has helped dozens of domestic violence victims. Currently, the area is one… The post Oldham set for ‘game changing’ police power regarding domestic abuse appeared first on Saddleworth...
Community stalwart and former Mayor of Oldham Ginny Alexander dies
POPULAR community stalwart and former councillor and Mayor of Oldham Ginny Alexander has passed away. The news was announced by her husband Adrian Alexander in… The post Community stalwart and former Mayor of Oldham Ginny Alexander dies appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth to shine with festive cheer for Illuminations competition
SADDLEWORTH’S homes, shops and businesses will shine brightly with festive cheer as the community’s Christmas Illuminations Competition returns. The popular annual event is run by… The post Saddleworth to shine with festive cheer for Illuminations competition appeared...
Saddleworth remembers with services across community
RESIDENTS across Saddleworth turned out in force to pay their respects at numerous services on Remembrance Sunday. There were services and parades across the villages… The post Saddleworth remembers with services across community appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth Rangers calls on community to back appeal for Jamaica hurricane victims
KIND-HEARTED Saddleworth Rangers is calling on the community to support their collection of supplies to send to hurricane victims in Jamaica. The rugby club, based… The post Saddleworth Rangers calls on community to back appeal for Jamaica hurricane victims appeared...
Oldham Athletic sign former England under-18 international Dynel Simeu
OLDHAM have snapped up 23-year-old defender with League Two experience after a spell in Albania at Teuta Former Carlisle United defender Dynel Simeu has made… The post Oldham Athletic sign former England under-18 international Dynel Simeu appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham Athletic sign former England under-18 international Dynel Simeu
OLDHAM have snapped up 23-year-old defender with League Two experience after a spell in Albania at Teuta Former Carlisle United defender Dynel Simeu has made… The post Oldham Athletic sign former England under-18 international Dynel Simeu appeared first on Saddleworth...
Dobcross Beer Festival to delight with line-up of ales, food and music
THERE will be beer, music, food, crafts and more beer at a special two-day family-friendly event in Dobcross. Dobcross Beer Festival returns for a second… The post Dobcross Beer Festival to delight with line-up of ales, food and music appeared first on Saddleworth...
Local Food Producers Tackle Strict Hygiene Standards
Across the UK, food producers are under increasing pressure to meet higher standards of hygiene. Whether they operate small-scale bakeries or large manufacturing facilities, every… The post Local Food Producers Tackle Strict Hygiene Standards appeared first on...
Local Food Producers Tackle Strict Hygiene Standards
Across the UK, food producers are under increasing pressure to meet higher standards of hygiene. Whether they operate small-scale bakeries or large manufacturing facilities, every… The post Local Food Producers Tackle Strict Hygiene Standards appeared first on...
A Fairytale Christmas Awaits at the Alhambra
Ian Cheeseman previews this year’s star-studded pantomime at Bradford’s much-loved Alhambra Theatre and speaks to Snow White herself, Sarah Pearson, about festive fun, long days… The post A Fairytale Christmas Awaits at the Alhambra appeared first on Saddleworth...
A Fairytale Christmas Awaits at the Alhambra
Ian Cheeseman previews this year’s star-studded pantomime at Bradford’s much-loved Alhambra Theatre and speaks to Snow White herself, Sarah Pearson, about festive fun, long days… The post A Fairytale Christmas Awaits at the Alhambra appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth Councillor leads local opposition to any Post Office cuts
SADDLEWORTH may find itself caught up in apparent plans to close Post Offices. Proposals believed to be under consideration could see up to half of… The post Saddleworth Councillor leads local opposition to any Post Office cuts appeared first on Saddleworth...
Hunt on to find owner of Saddleworth’s ‘Mystery Machine’
THE HUNT is on to find ‘Scooby, Shaggy and the gang’ after the ‘Mystery Machine’ was slapped with a removal order after it was seemingly… The post Hunt on to find owner of Saddleworth’s ‘Mystery Machine’ appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth ice cream parlour to get makeover
By Charlotte Hall, Local Democracy Reporting Service A DIGGLE ice cream parlour and café will get a makeover after planning permission was granted. The current… The post Saddleworth ice cream parlour to get makeover appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Uppermill Co-op launches Christmas toy appeal in support of Oldham Athletic
UPPERMILL Co-op has once again teamed up with Oldham Athletic for its annual Christmas toy appeal – now in its third year – and is… The post Uppermill Co-op launches Christmas toy appeal in support of Oldham Athletic appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Uppermill Co-op launches Christmas toy appeal in support of Oldham Athletic
UPPERMILL Co-op has once again teamed up with Oldham Athletic for its annual Christmas toy appeal – now in its third year – and is… The post Uppermill Co-op launches Christmas toy appeal in support of Oldham Athletic appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Oldham charity helping 20,000 families nominated for national accolade
An Oldham charity dedicated to keeping children warm and supporting struggling families has been nominated for a national award recognising outstanding community impact. Community Wardrobe… The post Oldham charity helping 20,000 families nominated for national...
Oldham charity helping 20,000 families nominated for national accolade
An Oldham charity dedicated to keeping children warm and supporting struggling families has been nominated for a national award recognising outstanding community impact. Community Wardrobe… The post Oldham charity helping 20,000 families nominated for national...
Nell Gwynn brings bawdy laughs and big heart to Delph stage
A FUN, funny and joy-filled production is coming to Delph as Millgate Arts Centre presents Nell Gwynn. Featuring a cast of 20, a live band,… The post Nell Gwynn brings bawdy laughs and big heart to Delph stage appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Nell Gwynn brings bawdy laughs and big heart to Delph stage
A FUN, funny and joy-filled production is coming to Delph as Millgate Arts Centre presents Nell Gwynn. Featuring a cast of 20, a live band,… The post Nell Gwynn brings bawdy laughs and big heart to Delph stage appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Oldham set to shine as Christmas lights switch-on returns
OLDHAM town centre will come alive with festive colour and cheer on Saturday, November 15, as the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On Show returns. The main… The post Oldham set to shine as Christmas lights switch-on returns appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Oldham set to shine as Christmas lights switch-on returns
OLDHAM town centre will come alive with festive colour and cheer on Saturday, November 15, as the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On Show returns. The main… The post Oldham set to shine as Christmas lights switch-on returns appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
National Theatre Live delivers entertaining ‘The Fifth Step’ to Delph
A CRITICALLY acclaimed and subversively funny new play is coming to the Millgate Arts Centre in Delph thanks to National Theatre Live. ‘The Fifth Step’… The post National Theatre Live delivers entertaining ‘The Fifth Step’ to Delph appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham Council offers support as cost of living pressures worsen in winter
HELP and advice are available this winter from Oldham Council as the high cost of living continues to affect households across the borough. Support is available for anyone… The post Oldham Council offers support as cost of living pressures worsen in winter appeared...