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New course to give local students digital skills edge
YOUNG people across Greater Manchester will be among the first to access a prestigious new computing certificate. The course includes artificial intelligence (AI) and machine… The post New course to give local students digital skills edge appeared first on Saddleworth...
National Highways releases images after M60 crash and closure
NATIONAL Highways has released images following the closure of the M60 in Greater Manchester today (Monday, July 7). A multi-vehicle collision involving heavy goods vehicles… The post National Highways releases images after M60 crash and closure appeared first on...
Hotel in Saddleworth faces removing shepherds’ huts
A SADDLEWORTH hotel faces removing shepherds’ huts after planning permission for them was refused, more than two years after they were installed. The three structures… The post Hotel in Saddleworth faces removing shepherds’ huts appeared first on Saddleworth...
Housing Units launches Summer Sale
Advertisment feature HOUSING Units, the department store renowned for its exceptional service and unique shopping experience, is proud to announce the launch of its highly… The post Housing Units launches Summer Sale appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Win £1,000 and a host of top prizes in the Francis House summer raffle
FRANCIS House Children’s Hospice is offering a top prize of £1,000 to anyone who buys the winning ticket in its summer raffle. Tickets are on… The post Win £1,000 and a host of top prizes in the Francis House summer raffle appeared first on Saddleworth...
Professor Brian Cox inspires young minds in Oldham
PUPILS at Delph Primary School were among the captivated audience as Professor Brian Cox, renowned physicist, returned to his roots with a series of awe-inspiring… The post Professor Brian Cox inspires young minds in Oldham appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth centre aims high with climbing tower and ropes course plan
A SADDLEWORTH centre is looking to get a climbing tower and ropes course reinstalled after three years. And if planning permission is granted, Castleshaw, on… The post Saddleworth centre aims high with climbing tower and ropes course plan appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth to be left without trains for almost a month
PEOPLE looking to travel from Saddleworth by rail face a problem – no trains. Work at Huddersfield station will mean the line between the West… The post Saddleworth to be left without trains for almost a month appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Uppermill apartments proposal rejected by planning bosses
A PROPOSAL to build up to five apartments on a parcel of land in Uppermill has been rejected. Wiggett Construction Ltd applied to place the… The post Uppermill apartments proposal rejected by planning bosses appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Diggle ‘sinkhole’ repaired after road crumbles
A BURST water main that caused a ‘sinkhole’ to open up in a Diggle road has been repaired. And the carriageway of Spurn Lane will… The post Diggle ‘sinkhole’ repaired after road crumbles appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Diggle ‘sinkhole’ repaired
A BURST water main that caused a ‘sinkhole’ to open up in a Diggle road has been repaired. And the carriageway of Spurn Lane will… The post Diggle ‘sinkhole’ repaired appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth’s MP votes for welfare bill following last minute concession – after voicing concerns
SADDLEWORTH’S MP has voted for the Government’s controversial benefits bill after last-minute concessions – but not before blasting it. Debbie Abrahams sided with Labour’s Work… The post Saddleworth’s MP votes for welfare bill following last minute concession – after...
Disco fundraiser to support inclusive dance in Saddleworth
SADDLEWORTH School of Dance CIC, a not-for-profit Community Interest Company, is holding a Daytime Disco Fundraiser on Saturday, July 12, 3–8pm at Uppermill Civic Hall.… The post Disco fundraiser to support inclusive dance in Saddleworth appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth road shut after sudden sinkhole emerges
DRIVERS and walkers beware: a large hole has appeared at the bottom of Spurn Lane in Diggle, causing concern locally. It follows a recent water… The post Saddleworth road shut after sudden sinkhole emerges appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth Rangers ALRFC believes new building is next step to ‘something truly special’
SADDLEWORTH Rangers ARLFC believes getting permission for a new building is a sign it is ‘building something truly special.’ The Independent told how the Greenfield-based… The post Saddleworth Rangers ALRFC believes new building is next step to ‘something truly...
Oldham’s new market to open in September as traders prepare for big move
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM’S new market will officially open in September, Oldham council has confirmed. Traders from Tommyfield Indoor Market, which… The post Oldham’s new market to open in September as traders prepare for big move appeared...
Mossley funeral director making itself big part of its community
A MOSSLEY-BASED funeral director is taking pride in making itself a big part of the community it serves. Anthony Barton Independent Family Funeral Services offers… The post Mossley funeral director making itself big part of its community appeared first on Saddleworth...
Greenfield gears up for Saddleworth’s biggest summer bash
GREENFIELD Primary School will throw open its gates on Saturday, July 12 for one of its most popular summer events, Fun Fest 25. Running from… The post Greenfield gears up for Saddleworth’s biggest summer bash appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Redeveloped Greenfield toilet block to become legal office
A REDEVELOPED Greenfield building which was thought to be set to become a coffee shop or café will become a solicitors’ office. What was a… The post Redeveloped Greenfield toilet block to become legal office appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Poundland in Oldham town centre abruptly closed after landlord repossession
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter POUNDLAND in Oldham town centre has been repossessed by its landlords, the Local Democracy Reporting Service understands. Staff… The post Poundland in Oldham town centre abruptly closed after landlord repossession appeared...
Beatles Complete bring Beatlemania to Uppermill Civic Hall
A TASTE of Liverpool’s legendary music scene is heading to Uppermill this summer as Beatles Complete bring their acclaimed tribute show to the Civic Hall… The post Beatles Complete bring Beatlemania to Uppermill Civic Hall appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth law firm Pearson delighted at ‘outstanding’ year with £1 million growth
PEARSON Solicitors and Financial Advisers are celebrating exceptional financial and operational results for the financial year ending April 2025, up £1 million on last year.… The post Saddleworth law firm Pearson delighted at ‘outstanding’ year with £1 million growth...
Creative summer visitor stirs memories in Dobcross school gardens
A COLOURFUL and creative summer visitor is helping stir childhood memories at Holy Trinity Dobcross Primary School. The mannequin display featuring ‘Mary Mary’ from the… The post Creative summer visitor stirs memories in Dobcross school gardens appeared first on...
Uppermill sees leading solicitors firm Pearson come home
UPPERMILL’S ‘blossoming business community’ has a new name at its heart after a leading solicitors and financial advisors came home. Pearson is now on the… The post Uppermill sees leading solicitors firm Pearson come home appeared first on Saddleworth...
Six major projects to transform Oldham skyline set for approval
Oldham Council is set to greenlight a series of ambitious developments next week, including new homes, a hotel, and major demolitions, as part of a… The post Six major projects to transform Oldham skyline set for approval appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Gun found during Oldham police search of woodland
POLICE have recovered a gun during a search of woodland in Oldham. Officers from the Greater Manchester force’s Operation Vulcan unearthed a revolver while scouring… The post Gun found during Oldham police search of woodland appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham Council renames Spindles shopping centre in major revamp
By Charlotte Hall- Local Democracy Reporter OLDHAM Council is renaming its town centre shopping mall – but not everyone is convinced by the rebrand.… The post Oldham Council renames Spindles shopping centre in major revamp appeared first on Saddleworth...
Uppermill FC aims for Saturn 5 with Inspiral Carpets-sponsored kit
A SADDLEWORTH football club is ready to blast off to Saturn 5, thanks to a sponsorship agreement with indie icons Inspiral Carpets. Uppermill FC’s first… The post Uppermill FC aims for Saturn 5 with Inspiral Carpets-sponsored kit appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth Rangers ARLFC given go ahead for new training and community building
SADDLEWORTH Rangers ARLFC has been given permission to build a new training room at its Greenfield ground. And the fact it would not visually impact… The post Saddleworth Rangers ARLFC given go ahead for new training and community building appeared first on...
How people in Saddleworth could map out path to ‘freedom’
WEIGHING up what to do with money is one of the most common things people think about. But help is at hand, on the Saddleworth… The post How people in Saddleworth could map out path to ‘freedom’ appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.