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Property of the week: Boarshurst, Saddleworth
This property is on the market with Uppermill-based, West Riding. You can click here to view the full property Poised on the fringes of Greenfield… The post Property of the week: Boarshurst, Saddleworth appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Historic Greenfield mill earmarked for huge redevelopment plans
A HISTORIC Saddleworth mill will be converted into 59 apartments with 29 houses placed around it – for people over-55 – if planning permission is… The post Historic Greenfield mill earmarked for huge redevelopment plans appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
New venue as Saddleworth Pet Networking Night returns
PET lovers and pet care professionals are invited to a relaxed and friendly evening at the next Saddleworth Pet Networking Night. This popular meet-up provides… The post New venue as Saddleworth Pet Networking Night returns appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Moving event marks Holocaust Memorial Day in Uppermill
A ‘MOVING’ event in Uppermill commemorated Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) as well as paying tribute to victims and survivors of other horrors. Saddleworth Peace Group… The post Moving event marks Holocaust Memorial Day in Uppermill appeared first on Saddleworth...
Chaddy the Owl presents new football kit at Friezland Primary
A SPECIAL visitor made a trip to Friezland Primary School to present their new football kit and reward the pupil who came up with its… The post Chaddy the Owl presents new football kit at Friezland Primary appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Tuck in as Reach Out’s Coffee and Cake events return
ENJOY a chat and a brew as the Reach Out team hosts its first ‘Coffee and Cake Book and Puzzle Swap’ of the year. The… The post Tuck in as Reach Out’s Coffee and Cake events return appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
London’s rising Jazz stars set to make Millgate debut
JAZZ enthusiasts are in for a treat as two of London’s brightest young talents, Helena Debono and Charlie Bates, bring their highly acclaimed show to… The post London’s rising Jazz stars set to make Millgate debut appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Poignant service marks 51 years since M62 IRA coach bombing
Pictures thanks to Jackie Clowes Photography A POIGNANT service at Hartshead Moor Services paid tribute to those who lost their lives or were injured in… The post Poignant service marks 51 years since M62 IRA coach bombing appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Calling all creatives: Join the 2025 Saddleworth Art Trail
ARTISTS who paint, print, embroider, work with ceramics, jewellery, leather, photography or create in any way are invited to be part of this year’s Saddleworth… The post Calling all creatives: Join the 2025 Saddleworth Art Trail appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham faces Post Office closure amid WH Smith shutdown: MP urges Government intervention
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Service THE closure of a WH Smith branch in Oldham has sparked fears the town centre will permanently lose… The post Oldham faces Post Office closure amid WH Smith shutdown: MP urges Government intervention appeared first on...
Advertising on the Move: Unlocking the Power of Car Billboards
IN A world where every business is vying for attention, car billboards offer a powerful and cost-effective way to make your brand stand out. Whether… The post Advertising on the Move: Unlocking the Power of Car Billboards appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth estate agent shares Formula to sell your property
A SADDLEWORTH estate agent has drawn up a strategy to make properties as attractive to buyers as possible. West Riding, based on Uppermill’s High Street,… The post Saddleworth estate agent shares Formula to sell your property appeared first on Saddleworth...
Bespoke support and community involvement helps Cherish care company flourish
A PERSON-CENTRED care company is flourishing as it brings high quality, bespoke assistance to help clients live independently and remain in their own homes. Cherish… The post Bespoke support and community involvement helps Cherish care company flourish appeared first...
Listed Diggle cottage to gain new lease of life with holiday let approval
By Charlotte Hall, Local Democracy Reporting Service A LISTED Diggle cottage that is currently ‘uninhabitable’ could soon receive a new lease of life by becoming… The post Listed Diggle cottage to gain new lease of life with holiday let approval appeared first on...
Ugly scenes see Saddleworth football match abandoned
A SADDLEWORTH football club is sweating on the outcome of a league investigation after one of its matches was abandoned amid ugly scenes. Fans poured… The post Ugly scenes see Saddleworth football match abandoned appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Greenfield’s Frank Rothwell to take on another challenge
GREENFIELD’S Frank Rothwell is putting on his dancing shoes to raise vital funds for a hospice. The owner of Oldham Athletic will be one of… The post Greenfield’s Frank Rothwell to take on another challenge appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Geese move From Russia With Love… to Oldham
Royton-based ecologist James Walsh finds out more about a rare visitor to Oldham. THE name’s Walsh, James Walsh, license to chill, also known as The… The post Geese move From Russia With Love… to Oldham appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Councillors help force emergency Oldham meeting over Places for Everyone
SHAW and Crompton councillors have helped force an emergency meeting of the Oldham borough authority over its standing in the controversial Places for Everyone scheme.… The post Councillors help force emergency Oldham meeting over Places for Everyone appeared first on...
Saddleworth councillors help force emergency borough meeting over Places for Everyone
SADDLEWORTH councillors have helped force an emergency meeting of the Oldham borough authority over its standing in the controversial Places for Everyone scheme. The Greater… The post Saddleworth councillors help force emergency borough meeting over Places for...
Stalwart Chair John Ward leaves Uppermill Band ‘in safe hands’ after 45 years
STALWART Chairperson John Ward says he will always be ‘deeply connected’ to Uppermill Band as he retires from the role after 45 years. John, who… The post Stalwart Chair John Ward leaves Uppermill Band ‘in safe hands’ after 45 years appeared first on Saddleworth...
Call for creatives to contribute to ‘colourful’ Saddleworth Art Trail
ARTISTS who paint, print, embroider, work with ceramics, jewellery, leather, photography or create in any way are invited to be part of this year’s Saddleworth… The post Call for creatives to contribute to ‘colourful’ Saddleworth Art Trail appeared first on...
Objections to homes plan for Delph barn
PLANS to convert a barn and shippon at a Saddleworth farm into five homes have attracted objections. Bryan Taylor, of Strinesdale, has applied to Oldham… The post Objections to homes plan for Delph barn appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth gallery to play host to estate agent
A SADDLEWORTH gallery will soon be hosting a different kind of installation – an estate agent. For Kirkham Property is opening up in The Queen… The post Saddleworth gallery to play host to estate agent appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Pearson to boost presence with Uppermill office
A SADDLEWORTH law firm has unveiled its plan to return to Uppermill with a brand new office. Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers Ltd has thrown… The post Pearson to boost presence with Uppermill office appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth councillor calls on Oldham to turn the lights off its civic tower
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has called for Oldham Council to stop an ‘absolute waste of taxpayers’ money’ by lighting up its civic tower. Research has found… The post Saddleworth councillor calls on Oldham to turn the lights off its civic tower appeared first on...
Denshaw hotel’s kitchen targeted for conversion in apartments plan
A SADDLEWORTH hotel’s kitchen will be converted into eight apartments if planning permission is granted. The former Clough Manor site, now known as W.Apart Hotel,… The post Denshaw hotel’s kitchen targeted for conversion in apartments plan appeared first on...
Saddleworth rugby league star Zach Eckersley feels the buzz around Oldham again
ZACH Eckersley experienced something new as he showed what he can do on a rugby league pitch in his hometown – people wearing Oldham shirts.… The post Saddleworth rugby league star Zach Eckersley feels the buzz around Oldham again appeared first on Saddleworth...
Uppermill FC boosts community links with kit donations
A SADDLEWORTH football club has boosted its links with the community by donating brand new kits to two schools. Uppermill FC, through its Uppermill In… The post Uppermill FC boosts community links with kit donations appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Thug jailed for Saddleworth-linked string of burglaries
A RINGLEADER of a ‘semi-professional’ robbery gang has been jailed for more than 14 years after a string of offences, including a number with Saddleworth… The post Thug jailed for Saddleworth-linked string of burglaries appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Appeal launched to repair stained glass window at Heights Chapel
AN APPEAL has been launched to repair a stained glass window at a historic Saddleworth church. And the group responsible for restoring St Thomas’ at… The post Appeal launched to repair stained glass window at Heights Chapel appeared first on Saddleworth...