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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.
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 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...
Fundraising takes centre stage as Dr Kershaw’s Strictly returns
SEQUINS, salsa and a worthy cause are set to take centre stage as tickets sell fast for Dr Kershaw’s Strictly 2026. The popular event returns… The post Fundraising takes centre stage as Dr Kershaw’s Strictly returns appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Dovestone String Quartet to bring music spanning four centuries to Delph
A SPECIAL evening of music spanning four centuries is coming to Delph thanks to the Dovestone String Quartet. The group, which comprises Georgina Bloomfield (violin),… The post Dovestone String Quartet to bring music spanning four centuries to Delph appeared first on...
Saddleworth to host civic service with a difference
SADDLEWORTH Parish Council is set to break from the norm by holding its civic service away from Uppermill. Current chair Helen Bishop will have her… The post Saddleworth to host civic service with a difference appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Have your say in Oldham Council budget consultation
LOCALS who live, work or travel in the borough are invited to put forward their views as Oldham Council begins the process of setting the… The post Have your say in Oldham Council budget consultation appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Get involved with community business at GGRA’s AGM
ALL are welcome to get involved with community business at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Greenfield and Grasscroft Residents’ Association (GGRA). The meeting… The post Get involved with community business at GGRA’s AGM appeared first on Saddleworth...
‘Sorry, Baby’ brings blend of heartache, humour and healing to Millgate
A FILM blending heartache, humour and healing is the latest offering on the big screen at The Millgate Arts Centre. Saddleworth Film Society will host… The post ‘Sorry, Baby’ brings blend of heartache, humour and healing to Millgate appeared first on Saddleworth...
Mossley author’s acclaimed debut crime novel set for paperback release
AN AWARD-WINNING Mossley author is set to see his debut novel reach an even wider audience this month as it is published in paperback. Richard… The post Mossley author’s acclaimed debut crime novel set for paperback release appeared first on Saddleworth...
Northern Soul to be brought to life at Millgate
MILLGATE Arts Centre is set to transport audiences back to the electrifying heart of 1970s Northern Soul when Once Upon a Time in Wigan takes… The post Northern Soul to be brought to life at Millgate appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Free Latics tickets up for grabs as kids go on hero walk at Boundary Park
YOUNG football fans can bag free tickets to an Oldham Athletic match while supporting a local charity, thanks to a new fundraising event taking place… The post Free Latics tickets up for grabs as kids go on hero walk at Boundary Park appeared first on Saddleworth...
Local academy marks 10 years of turning local talent into TV stars
AN ACTING academy founded by Shameless and The Apprentice star Sarah Byrne is celebrating a decade of nurturing young performers from across Greater Manchester and… The post Local academy marks 10 years of turning local talent into TV stars appeared first on...
Historic honour for former Oldham mayor
Former Mayor of Oldham, Councillor Dr Zahid Chauhan OBE, has become the first Asian person to receive the borough’s highest civic honour. The title of… The post Historic honour for former Oldham mayor appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Uppermill mum’s simple café idea helps 30,000 people tackle loneliness
A SIMPLE idea sparked in a café has gone on to help an estimated 30,000 people across the UK feel less lonely in under a… The post Uppermill mum’s simple café idea helps 30,000 people tackle loneliness appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Festive fayre raises thousands for hospice care
MORE than 700 people braved the rain to pack out Dr Kershaw’s Hospice’s annual Christmas Fayre. The recent festive fundraiser helped to raise over £7,500… The post Festive fayre raises thousands for hospice care appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Snow White proves a festive triumph at Bradford’s Alhambra
Ian Cheeseman finds laughter, nostalgia and standout comic brilliance in Bradford Alhambra’s joyful pantomime Snow White. In an era when youth and social media can… The post Snow White proves a festive triumph at Bradford’s Alhambra appeared first on Saddleworth...
A tale of two Pantos: Saddleworth and Stockport dazzle local audiences
Two very different festive productions — Hansel & Gretel in Delph and Aladdin in Stockport — prove just how magical a first taste of live… The post A tale of two Pantos: Saddleworth and Stockport dazzle local audiences appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Singing in the Rain dazzles at Manchester’s Royal Exchange
The Royal Exchange in Manchester is a wonderful place to watch theatre, but as I ventured out into the damp evening to see one of… The post Singing in the Rain dazzles at Manchester’s Royal Exchange appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.