Greenfield’s Frank Rothwell honoured with OBE
HE MAY already be regarded like royalty by some but Greenfield’s Frank Rothwell has made it official with an OBE. The businessman has been walking… The post Greenfield’s Frank Rothwell honoured with OBE appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Property focus: Rock Farm, Delph
GUIDE PRICE £1,000,000 to £1,100,000 – currently on the market with West Riding. View more here Experience the beauty of countryside living at Rock Farm,… The post Property focus: Rock Farm, Delph appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Financial Steps to Take Before Filing for Divorce
DIVORCE is often described as one of life’s most stressful experiences, ranking alongside bereavement and moving house in terms of emotional impact. The financial consequences… The post Financial Steps to Take Before Filing for Divorce appeared first on Saddleworth...
Ofsted praises ‘exemplary’ pupils at The Oldham Academy North
THERE were celebrations for ‘thrilled’ students and staff at E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) after their recent Ofsted report full of praise and compliments.… The post Ofsted praises ‘exemplary’ pupils at The Oldham Academy North appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham Live initiative aims to showcase town centre venues and night-life
A MONTH-LONG celebration of live entertainment throughout June aims to bring a boost to Oldham town centre’s venues and night-life. From open mic nights and… The post Oldham Live initiative aims to showcase town centre venues and night-life appeared first on...
Saddleworth streets lined as Whit Friday 2025 gets underway
THE annual Whit Friday walks across the villages are underway. Hundreds of locals of all ages have stepped out for the popular event. Banners are… The post Saddleworth streets lined as Whit Friday 2025 gets underway appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
The bands play on: Whit Friday contests in Saddleworth
John Kirkbride takes a look at the Whit Friday Band Contest in Saddleworth (illustrated with cartoons by the late Jack Kirkbride, former cartoonist for the… The post The bands play on: Whit Friday contests in Saddleworth appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
How to make the most of Whit Friday in Saddleworth
SADDLEWORTH is set for arguably its biggest day of the year, Whit Friday. Thousands of people are set to attend the morning walks and brass… The post How to make the most of Whit Friday in Saddleworth appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Paul Sinha to have Greenfield giggling with comedy performance
HE MAY be familiar to many as one of the Chasers, but Paul Sinha is coming to Saddleworth to show his comedy prowess. On Sunday,… The post Paul Sinha to have Greenfield giggling with comedy performance appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Greenfield ready for Whit Friday with new logo after schools’ competition
GREENFIELD is ready for a traditional highlight of the calendar – with a different look. For the village’s Whit Friday Brass Band Contest has a… The post Greenfield ready for Whit Friday with new logo after schools’ competition appeared first on Saddleworth...
All aboard for new Greenfield coffee shop Platform 13
GREENFIELD’S newest coffee shop said they ‘absolutely loved’ meeting customers who came to welcome them to the village on their first day. Platform 13 opened… The post All aboard for new Greenfield coffee shop Platform 13 appeared first on Saddleworth...
Raise a glass for Saddleworth Beer Festival return
RAISE a glass, or two, as the popular fundraising Saddleworth Beer Festival returns. Brews from up and down the country will be available for visitors… The post Raise a glass for Saddleworth Beer Festival return appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
The mental health benefits of taking a break from everyday life
In the rush of daily life, it’s easy to forget how important it is to step back and recharge. The demands of work, family and… The post The mental health benefits of taking a break from everyday life appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Waterhead’s own Marc Sneyd becomes part of rugby league folklore with Wembley hat-trick
WHAT started at Waterhead now has a place in rugby league history. However, Marc Sneyd would rather not have collected a third Lance Todd Trophy… The post Waterhead’s own Marc Sneyd becomes part of rugby league folklore with Wembley hat-trick appeared first on...
Double delight as Ascroft Medical marks 10 years with new clinic in Oldham
THERE were smiles all around for Ascroft Medical as they celebrated ten years of dental and medical provision in Oldham and launched their new state-of-the-art… The post Double delight as Ascroft Medical marks 10 years with new clinic in Oldham appeared first on...
Palestinian women take centre stage in Greenfield fundraising event
PALESTINIAN women’s voices will be heard loud and clear as they take centre stage at a fundraising event in Greenfield. Saddleworth Palestine Women’s Scholarship Fund… The post Palestinian women take centre stage in Greenfield fundraising event appeared first on...
Saddleworth theatre shows its Soul in new season of plays
A SADDLEWORTH theatre may have people reaching for talcum powder and lino as its new season will see it reverberate to the sound of Northern… The post Saddleworth theatre shows its Soul in new season of plays appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth Singers full of ‘Rhythm and Song’ for summer concert
ENJOY an evening of live music as Saddleworth Singers present their summer concert ‘Rhythm and Song’. The ladies’ choir will take centre stage at Mossley… The post Saddleworth Singers full of ‘Rhythm and Song’ for summer concert appeared first on Saddleworth...
‘Milestone moment’ as work starts on flagship eco project Northern Roots
THE first spades are in the ground as work commences on Oldham’s flagship eco project Northern Roots. Construction has started on the Visitor Centre and… The post ‘Milestone moment’ as work starts on flagship eco project Northern Roots appeared first on Saddleworth...
How Transport Services Bridge Gaps in Rural Mobility
Rural travel has never been straightforward. Accessing basic services, work, schools, or even social events can be a serious challenge if you live outside a… The post How Transport Services Bridge Gaps in Rural Mobility appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.