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SADDLEWORTH VOICES: Local people’s lives, memories or stories are captured in this special feature.
By Martin Plant SADDLEWORTH VOICES: Local people’s lives, memories or stories are captured in this special feature. In this latest edition, taken from a recorded… The post SADDLEWORTH VOICES: Local people’s lives, memories or stories are captured in this special...
5 Key Contributors to Psychological Injury at Work
In the UK, employers are legally required to provide a safe working environment. But safety doesn’t just mean worrying about head protection and slippery surfaces.… The post 5 Key Contributors to Psychological Injury at Work appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth gas lamps burning bright again – six decades on
By Aimee Belmore and Gary Carter LOCALS are keeping pieces of Saddleworth’s history burning bright after almost 60 years. Judith Liversidge has set about giving… The post Saddleworth gas lamps burning bright again – six decades on appeared first on Saddleworth...
Big line-up for new season of Little French Cinema
AN exciting mix of classic and modern films in a variety of genres lies in store during the 2025 season of the Little French Cinema.… The post Big line-up for new season of Little French Cinema appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Community litter pick to help keep Greenfield clean and tidy
ALL are welcome to help keep Greenfield clean and tidy by joining a litter pick on Saturday, January 25. Street Scene Greenfield Group invites locals… The post Community litter pick to help keep Greenfield clean and tidy appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Man charged with attempted murder following Oldham firearms incident
A MAN has been charged with attempted murder after a firearms incident in Oldham. Ethan Glasgow-Lattibeaudiere will face two counts of the offence, a section… The post Man charged with attempted murder following Oldham firearms incident appeared first on Saddleworth...
Helicopters help Mountain Rescue Teams in Greenfield rescue
TWO Mountain Rescue Teams and helicopters were called into action for a 4.5-hour rescue above Greenfield. Oldham Mountain Rescue Team was contacted by North West… The post Helicopters help Mountain Rescue Teams in Greenfield rescue appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth wedding business to move from Scouthead base
A SADDLEWORTH wedding business is to move after outgrowing its current location. The Aisle Edit, based in what was once St Paul’s Church on Huddersfield… The post Saddleworth wedding business to move from Scouthead base appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth stars show backbone to complete Spine Race challenge
SADDLEWORTH’S ultra running expert Colin Green has completed another unbelievable challenge – only this time he is ‘royalty.’ And as pictures show, his feet certainly… The post Saddleworth stars show backbone to complete Spine Race challenge appeared first on...
Tuck into Afternoon Tea to raise charity funds
A MOUTH-WATERING Afternoon Tea awaits at The Roebuck Inn as Saddleworth Parish Council raises funds for community groups and causes. The event will be held… The post Tuck into Afternoon Tea to raise charity funds appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Join Rangers’ big ground clean up ahead of new season
SADDLEWORTH Rangers is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to lend a hand on their club ground clean up day. Members, volunteers and supporters are welcome to… The post Join Rangers’ big ground clean up ahead of new season appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Oldham Council welcomes grooming gang local inquiry announcement
OLDHAM Council has welcomed the government’s announcement of backing for a local inquiry into grooming gangs. The borough will be one of five areas to… The post Oldham Council welcomes grooming gang local inquiry announcement appeared first on Saddleworth...
Revised proposal for former Saddleworth station house
A FORMER Saddleworth railway station house will be demolished and replaced with a single ‘self-build’ property if planning permission is given. Oldham Council previously gave… The post Revised proposal for former Saddleworth station house appeared first on Saddleworth...
Fitness pilot scheme supports young care leavers across Oldham
TWELVE young care experienced people are benefiting from free three-month memberships with Oldham Active to assess the impact of physical activity on their wellbeing. Oldham… The post Fitness pilot scheme supports young care leavers across Oldham appeared first on...
Liberal Democrats keep tight grip on Saddleworth Parish Council with by-election victory
THE Liberal Democrats reaffirmed their dominance in Saddleworth by securing a decisive win in the latest Parish Council by-election. Residents took to the polls on… The post Liberal Democrats keep tight grip on Saddleworth Parish Council with by-election victory...
Renowned Saddleworth artist John McCombs dies
A PIONEERING Saddleworth artist, who made the area his home and inspiration, has died. John McCombs admitted he was intrigued by the name Delph after… The post Renowned Saddleworth artist John McCombs dies appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Award-winning SpaceInvader ‘honoured’ to sponsor Hulme Grammar footballers
AWARD-WINNING interior design agency SpaceInvader is ‘honoured’ to be the new sponsor for Hulme Grammar School’s U12s football team. This exciting partnership will provide the… The post Award-winning SpaceInvader ‘honoured’ to sponsor Hulme Grammar footballers...
‘Robot bins’ in Oldham town centre malfunction
Charlotte Hall – Local democracy Reporter CONCERNS have been raised about ‘smart’ bins installed in Oldham town centre following after reports several ‘are jammed shut’… The post ‘Robot bins’ in Oldham town centre malfunction appeared first on Saddleworth...
Refloat hopes for sunken boat at Saddleworth marina
A BOAT that has sunk at a Saddleworth marina may be refloated after it was left partially submerged. As the vessel remains half underwater, a… The post Refloat hopes for sunken boat at Saddleworth marina appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Half a million half-price train tickets announced for Northern Rail sale
TRAVELLERS across the North of England are being offered the chance to purchase discounted train tickets, as Northern announces a major Rail Sale. Half a… The post Half a million half-price train tickets announced for Northern Rail sale appeared first on Saddleworth...
Battle to keep the Big Lamp on Shaw’s landscape
THE FIGHT is on to save a Shaw ‘local landmark’ after a ‘monstrous scheme’ was proposed by Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and Oldham Council.… The post Battle to keep the Big Lamp on Shaw’s landscape appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
£230,000 boost helps digital transformation of Saddleworth SME manufacturers
A BOOST of £230,000 has been secured to help more Saddleworth-based SME manufacturers access transformational technology. Made Smarter Adoption North West, the trailblazing digital technology… The post £230,000 boost helps digital transformation of Saddleworth SME...
OMRT leads three-hour rescue above Dovestone
A 15-strong volunteer group from Oldham Mountain Rescue Team was joined by police and air services to rescue three people lost above Dovestone in Greenfield.… The post OMRT leads three-hour rescue above Dovestone appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Martin crafts solution to closure of Greenfield Men in Sheds
A DETERMINED member of Greenfield Men in Sheds has crafted his own solution to keep sessions going after finding out the group is to close… The post Martin crafts solution to closure of Greenfield Men in Sheds appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Man charged with attempted murder following incident at Royal Oldham Hospital
A man has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a bladed article following a serious incident at Royal Oldham Hospital on Saturday, January… The post Man charged with attempted murder following incident at Royal Oldham Hospital appeared first on...
Saddleworth’s first women’s morris dancing side marks first birthday
SADDLEWORTH Women’s Morris and Clog, the areas first women’s morris dancing side, celebrated their first anniversary with a day of performances across the community. Formed… The post Saddleworth’s first women’s morris dancing side marks first birthday appeared first...
Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following stabbing in Oldham
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing incident in Oldham late last night. Emergency services were called to Rochdale… The post Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following stabbing in Oldham appeared first on Saddleworth...
Uppermill venue appeals noise abatement order
AN UPPERMILL venue will learn in April if work it is doing to reduce the noise coming from it will see an abatement notice removed.… The post Uppermill venue appeals noise abatement order appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Councillor blasts unsuitable vehicles using Greenfield bridge
A COUNCILLOR has hit out at unsuitable vehicles using a Greenfield bridge. The small stretch over Chew Brook at Oak View Road, where it becomes… The post Councillor blasts unsuitable vehicles using Greenfield bridge appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Awards for eye-catching Christmas window displays illuminating Saddleworth
FESTIVE lights and decorations created eye-catching displays in windows of homes and business across Saddleworth for the annual Christmas Illuminations competition. The competition, run by… The post Awards for eye-catching Christmas window displays illuminating...