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Say cheese….Signs appear for new business in Uppermill
Signs have appeared in the windows of the former Veloce premises on Uppermill High Street, suggesting a new business will soon be moving into the… The post Say cheese….Signs appear for new business in Uppermill appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Oldham Mountain Rescue assists injured walker on Valentine’s Day
OLDHAM Mountain Rescue Team (OMRT) was called out on Valentine’s Day, after a walker injured their ankle in woodland below Alphin Pike. The incident occurred… The post Oldham Mountain Rescue assists injured walker on Valentine’s Day appeared first on Saddleworth...
Police warn residents after two vehicle thefts in Saddleworth
GREATER Manchester Police have issued a warning to residents after two motor vehicles were stolen in the Saddleworth South area within 24 hours. The first… The post Police warn residents after two vehicle thefts in Saddleworth appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham town centre to dazzle with art and performances for Illuminate Light Night
OLDHAM will shine brightly once again as Illuminate Light Night transforms the town centre with dazzling light art, performances and installations. Everyone is invited to… The post Oldham town centre to dazzle with art and performances for Illuminate Light Night...
How Saddleworth siblings’ rivalry can help Warrington in Super League
JOSH Thewlis may have his sights set on becoming a wonder at Warrington, but his ambitions are grown in Grasscroft. For the Saddleworth rugby league… The post How Saddleworth siblings’ rivalry can help Warrington in Super League appeared first on Saddleworth...
Stax of Soul kick off fifth decade of music with Still Groovin’ tour in Delph
LEGENDARY band Stax of Soul will take centre stage in Delph as they kick off their ‘Still Groovin’ Tour. The nine-piece band will perform at… The post Stax of Soul kick off fifth decade of music with Still Groovin’ tour in Delph appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham College partnership supports local joinery apprentice
OLDHAM College’s partnerships with local employers which creates opportunities for young people to step into skilled careers is being highlighted during National Apprenticeship Week (NAW).… The post Oldham College partnership supports local joinery apprentice appeared...
Show community love this Valentine’s with village litter pick
SHOW your love for your community this Valentine’s Day by taking part in a village litter pick. LSG Litter Heroes are holding their next community… The post Show community love this Valentine’s with village litter pick appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
North West families urge NHS to recognise Congenital Heart Disease as a lifelong condition
Families across Tameside, Saddleworth and the wider North West are joining a growing call for the NHS to formally recognise Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) as… The post North West families urge NHS to recognise Congenital Heart Disease as a lifelong condition appeared...
Mahdlo fights financial cuts as 15th anniversary approaches
MAHDLO Youth Zone is calling for long-term investment in young people as it approaches its 15th year despite financial pressures. The centre, which supports young… The post Mahdlo fights financial cuts as 15th anniversary approaches appeared first on Saddleworth...
New organiser needed for ‘Smarties’ playgroup in Denshaw
HIGHLY POPULAR playgroup ‘Smarties’ in Denshaw is looking for a new organiser. The group meets every Monday morning at Denshaw Village Hall and has provided… The post New organiser needed for ‘Smarties’ playgroup in Denshaw appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth councillor furious at budget plan ‘blocking’
A SADDLEWORTH councillor has hit out at what he says is the blocking of an attempt to freeze council tax. The Labour-led borough authority is… The post Saddleworth councillor furious at budget plan ‘blocking’ appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Huddersfield Road, Delph: A closer look at one of Saddleworth’s most sought-after addresses
We’ve teamed up with West Riding to bring you the latest on the property market across Saddleworth HUDDERSFIELD ROAD, DELPH, SADDLEWORTH £820,000 – view online… The post Huddersfield Road, Delph: A closer look at one of Saddleworth’s most sought-after addresses...
Fundraising Winter Meal is heart-warming for veterans
AN AFTERNOON of great food and entertainment raised £840 to help veterans across the community. The ‘Veterans’ Winter Warmer Meal’ was organised by Sarah’s Community… The post Fundraising Winter Meal is heart-warming for veterans appeared first on Saddleworth...
Lees pub under threat of closure after owners decide to leave
A LEES pub may close for good after its owners decided to leave. The Angel Inn, on Nicholson Street, will not open from Monday to… The post Lees pub under threat of closure after owners decide to leave appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Millgate’s ‘Once Upon a Time in Wigan’ brings Northern Soul to life
Millgate Arts Centre delivers a sharply observed, beautifully performed snapshot of Wigan’s iconic soul‑fuelled subculture. Review by Ian Cheeseman Having never been to Wigan Casino,… The post Millgate’s ‘Once Upon a Time in Wigan’ brings Northern Soul to life...
Diggle dad’s mission in Wales to support charity close to home
A FATHER-OF-THREE from Saddleworth is getting ready to take on a 100‑mile coastal run to raise funds for a local hospice. Paul Gladwell, a teacher… The post Diggle dad’s mission in Wales to support charity close to home appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Inspectors find progress in delivery of SEND provision in Oldham
OLDHAM Council has been told significant improvements have been made in the delivery of support to children and young people with special educational needs and/or… The post Inspectors find progress in delivery of SEND provision in Oldham appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham Council praised for ‘good’ adult social care services
OLDHAM Council has been praised for its work after its adult social care services were rated as good. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspected the… The post Oldham Council praised for ‘good’ adult social care services appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Help shape future of Oldham Coliseum over ‘brew and chat’
HAVE your say on the future of the much-loved Oldham Coliseum Theatre at a ‘brew and chat’ event. Join the theatre’s team at Spindles Shopping… The post Help shape future of Oldham Coliseum over ‘brew and chat’ appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
New languages festival aims to inspire the next generation
LOCAL classrooms could soon be buzzing with more than just French verbs and German grammar as a new festival puts language learning in the spotlight.… The post New languages festival aims to inspire the next generation appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Gala dinner brings together Oldham and Tameside conservative clubs
CONSERVATIVE clubs from across Tameside and Oldham joined fellow members from the region on January 31 for the North West Area Conservative Clubs Advisory Committee’s… The post Gala dinner brings together Oldham and Tameside conservative clubs appeared first on...
Oldham to shine bright for Illuminate Light Night spectacular
THERE will be a free evening of spectacular light installations, performances and community celebration for the annual Illuminate Light Night in Oldham town centre. The… The post Oldham to shine bright for Illuminate Light Night spectacular appeared first on...
All generations gather to remember at Holocaust Memorial event
AROUND 40 people of all ages gathered for this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day event which had the theme of ‘Bridging Generations’. The event, organised annually… The post All generations gather to remember at Holocaust Memorial event appeared first on Saddleworth...
Roughyeds facing liquidation
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter Oldham’s rugby club could be facing liquidation after being summoned to court over debt issues. Rumours have been… The post Roughyeds facing liquidation appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Roughyeds appear in crisis as Mike Ford quits
OLDHAM Rugby League Club appears to be in chaos after director of rugby Mike Ford resigned. And the Saddleworth-based former player admitted ‘the direction of… The post Roughyeds appear in crisis as Mike Ford quits appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Burnham plans special powers to fast track £70m revamp of Oldham
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Service Andy Burnham plans to invoke special powers to ‘turbocharge’ schemes for a major revamp in Oldham. The Greater… The post Burnham plans special powers to fast track £70m revamp of Oldham appeared first on Saddleworth...
Greater Manchester taxis in line for multi-million fund – but only those licensed locally
By Ethan Davies – Local Democracy Reporter Taxi drivers in Greater Manchester are to receive millions to upgrade their dirty cars — but only if… The post Greater Manchester taxis in line for multi-million fund – but only those licensed locally appeared first on...
Answers wanted over commercial game shooting on Saddleworth moorland
A SADDLEWORTH Parish Councillor has criticised United Utilities for allowing commercial game shooting to take place on open moorland near Dove Stone Reservoir. The sound… The post Answers wanted over commercial game shooting on Saddleworth moorland appeared first on...
Homes plan for former mill’s social club given go ahead
A FORMER Greenfield social club is set to be demolished and replaced by four homes after planning permission was granted. The building associated with Greenfield… The post Homes plan for former mill’s social club given go ahead appeared first on Saddleworth...