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Five Reasons for Buying a Used Car for Everyday Travel
WE are all aware that Saddleworth’s drivers can face plenty of road challenges every day, including steep ascents, winding country lanes, and the occasional sheep… The post Five Reasons for Buying a Used Car for Everyday Travel appeared first on Saddleworth...
Personal trainer drowned in Dove Stone Reservoir in paddleboarding tragedy
A PERSONAL trainer drowned after paddleboarding on Dove Stone Reservoir without wearing a lifejacket, an inquest heard. But a coroner has said Simon Daniels died… The post Personal trainer drowned in Dove Stone Reservoir in paddleboarding tragedy appeared first on...
Familiar Greenfield building to come back to life – and Saddleworth Independent gets a peek
A LANDMARK Greenfield building is ready to be brought back to life – and boost the communities around it. For years, the former Co-Operative stood… The post Familiar Greenfield building to come back to life – and Saddleworth Independent gets a peek appeared first on...
Activities to try while visiting Saddleworth this summer
This quaint parish within the Borough of Oldham in Greater Manchester is nestled into the west side of the magnificent Pennine landscape. It comprises several… The post Activities to try while visiting Saddleworth this summer appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth property of the week: Carr Lane, Diggle
View this property with West Riding by clicking here Welcome to an extraordinary three bedroom weaver’s period property, a stunning gem dating back to 1760,… The post Saddleworth property of the week: Carr Lane, Diggle appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Big top fun as Grotton hosts spectacular family day
Images by Pictureful of Memories ROLL UP! ROLL UP! A community collaboration brought laughter and a dash of circus magic to Grotton Pavilion as residents… The post Big top fun as Grotton hosts spectacular family day appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Covid memorial vandalised second time
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter A MEMORIAL dedicated to frontline workers who lost their lives during the pandemic has been vandalised for a… The post Covid memorial vandalised second time appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Grotton parking measures found to be having the right effect, despite opposition
CONTROVERSIAL parking measures in Grotton have been found to have made a positive impact. People opposed to the enforcement of double yellow lines at Under… The post Grotton parking measures found to be having the right effect, despite opposition appeared first on...
Saddleworth-based football club to continue Mossley AFC groundshare
A SADDLEWORTH football club will continue to play its first team matches down the road at Mossley AFC. Uppermill FC has made Seel Park its… The post Saddleworth-based football club to continue Mossley AFC groundshare appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth encouraged to celebrate VE Day anniversary at afternoon tea
PEOPLE IN Saddleworth can pay tribute to the nation’s success in World War II at an afternoon tea to mark the 80th anniversary of VE… The post Saddleworth encouraged to celebrate VE Day anniversary at afternoon tea appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Gap years – Great War military hospitals in Saddleworth remembered
THE Great War of 1914-1918 became a reality to those back home when thousands of wounded soldiers returned from the conflict, writes Peter Fox. The… The post Gap years – Great War military hospitals in Saddleworth remembered appeared first on Saddleworth...
Six reasons why WordPress hosting is the best bet for small UK businesses
For small businesses across the UK, building a strong online presence isn’t just a bonus, it’s essential. Whether you’re a local café in Cornwall, a… The post Six reasons why WordPress hosting is the best bet for small UK businesses appeared first on Saddleworth...
Honour loved ones with Dr Kershaw’s Rose to Remember Appeal
DR Kershaw’s Hospice is inviting all to join its Rose to Remember Appeal to celebrate the lives of loved ones while supporting the compassionate care… The post Honour loved ones with Dr Kershaw’s Rose to Remember Appeal appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Fashion For All — Finding The Perfect Size
Plus size fashion is clothing and fashion designed to fit those who are traditionally larger than the standard or typical clothing sizes within the industry.… The post Fashion For All — Finding The Perfect Size appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
£15 million Saddleworth Scheme to improve water quality
SADDLEWORTH is now home to a state-of-the-art water treatment works following a £15 million project. After almost two years, the Greenfield facility is now able… The post £15 million Saddleworth Scheme to improve water quality appeared first on Saddleworth...
Sun shines on Centuries-Old tradition: Greenfield fair marks 810 years
DESPITE concerns from a rain-soaked Wednesday evening, the skies cleared just in time for the sun to shine on Greenfield’s historic Maundy Thursday Fair –… The post Sun shines on Centuries-Old tradition: Greenfield fair marks 810 years appeared first on Saddleworth...
FreelanceHER empowers aspiring women entrepreneurs in Oldham
A GROUND-BREAKING, fully funded ‘FreelanceHER’ programme is helping to equip women in Oldham with the skills and confidence to start their own businesses. A partnership… The post FreelanceHER empowers aspiring women entrepreneurs in Oldham appeared first on...
Saddleworth artists to display their work on the other side of the hills
A PAIR of Saddleworth artists are preparing to show how they were inspired by growing up on this side of the Pennines to the other.… The post Saddleworth artists to display their work on the other side of the hills appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Pearson Solicitors facilitate complex social housing deal at historic Adelphi Lads Club
OLDHAM-BASED Pearson Solicitors have been part of a landmark venture to facilitate the sale of the former Adelphi Lads Club site in Salford to pave… The post Pearson Solicitors facilitate complex social housing deal at historic Adelphi Lads Club appeared first on...
Mental health employment support is ‘life-changing’ for Oldham woman
AN Oldham woman has praised a local service for changing her life and giving her hope for a brighter future. Joana Teodoro, 38, experienced… The post Mental health employment support is ‘life-changing’ for Oldham woman appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham landmark set for hotel makeover amid controversy over tower’s future
By Charlotte Hall – Local democracy Reporter A ‘landmark’ building in Oldham could be transformed into a hotel. The 15-storey Civic Centre tower could soon… The post Oldham landmark set for hotel makeover amid controversy over tower’s future appeared first on...
Bells and clogs brushed off for Saddleworth Morris Men’s Easter Tour
TWO days of dancing will kickstart Saddleworth Morris Men’s 2025 season as they pull on their clogs, bells and hats for their annual Easter Tour.… The post Bells and clogs brushed off for Saddleworth Morris Men’s Easter Tour appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth’s mountain rescue volunteers save spooked pet
SADDLEWORTH-BASED Mountain Rescue volunteers were not given time to paws when they found themselves rescuing a pooch in peril. As they sorted through kit after… The post Saddleworth’s mountain rescue volunteers save spooked pet appeared first on Saddleworth...
Fire crews tackling yet another blaze on Saddleworth Moor
Firefighters will today enter their third day tackling yet another moorland fire near the A635 Holmfirth Road. Crews have been working tirelessly to tackle incidents… The post Fire crews tackling yet another blaze on Saddleworth Moor appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth forest school pupils aid Tameside food bank with charity event
PUPILS at a forest school have done their bit for those worrying about where their next meal may come from by raising hundreds of pounds.… The post Saddleworth forest school pupils aid Tameside food bank with charity event appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Lydgate to honour World War II triumph with VE Day anniversary event
LYDGATE will join areas across the country marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day with its own community event. The village’s old Church Hall will… The post Lydgate to honour World War II triumph with VE Day anniversary event appeared first on Saddleworth...
Scars of latest Saddleworth moorland blaze visible
FIREFIGHTERS have spent a second day making sure a moorland fire in Saddleworth is out. But the scars of the blaze can be clearly seen… The post Scars of latest Saddleworth moorland blaze visible appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Oldham council to face leadership challenge from independent group
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter AN independent councillor plans to challenge the leadership of Oldham Council’s Labour boss. Cllr Kamran Ghafoor from The… The post Oldham council to face leadership challenge from independent group appeared first on...
Music legend Huey Morgan to perform in Holmfirth with new band
IT will be a night of funk, soul, hip-hop and memories as music legend Huey Morgan returns to the road after 30 years with his… The post Music legend Huey Morgan to perform in Holmfirth with new band appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Ahoy there, mateys! Pirate days return to Uppermill with The Little Blue Boat
Set sail on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal this Easter weekend Get ready for a swashbuckling family adventure this Easter as The Little Blue Boat, run… The post Ahoy there, mateys! Pirate days return to Uppermill with The Little Blue Boat appeared first on Saddleworth...