by Nick Watts | Aug 13, 2022 | News, Saddleworth Independent
A 101-year-old lady from Waterhead who helped to break the Enigma code during World War II has been honoured with a purple plaque. Doreen Brooks… Related stories: Brenda’s bric -a-brac raises funds for Ukrainian crisis For peat’s sake! XR activists stage garden centre...
by Nick Watts | Aug 13, 2022 | News, Saddleworth Independent
OLYMPIAN Brogan Crowley was a spectator rather than competitor when she attended a sporting event in Oldham. The 28-year-old from Moorside was the special guest… Related stories: Brogan Crowley visits local primary school to share her Olympic journey Saddleworth...
by Nick Watts | Aug 12, 2022 | News, Saddleworth Independent
MANCHESTER Thunder have signed South African netball super shooter Lenize Potgieter for the 2023 season. With Thunder remaining undefeated for all 22 games, lifting the… Related stories: Taylor returns to become first Thunder signing Greig celebrates 100 matches as...
by Nick Watts | Aug 12, 2022 | News, Saddleworth Independent
THE COMMUNITY gathered for a poignant memorial vigil to mark Hiroshima Day and Nagasaki Day. Saddleworth Peace Group organised the event in front of Uppermill… Related stories: Saddleworth Supports Ukraine with over £40,000 worth of aid donations Residents advised to...
by Nick Watts | Aug 12, 2022 | News, Saddleworth Independent
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has called for a complete ban on the sale of disposable barbecues “to protect our wildlife and green spaces.” Cllr George Hulme… Related stories: Motorists warned of Brun Clough car park closure Police launch appeal to help catch beauty spot...
by Nick Watts | Aug 12, 2022 | News, Saddleworth Independent
FORMER Oldham Netball Club player Taylor McKevitt has returned home to re-sign for Vitality Superleague champions Manchester Thunder. McKevitt, 24, who has played for Strathclyde… Related stories: Greig celebrates 100 matches as head with record-breaking win...
