by Nick Watts | Jan 15, 2026 | News, Saddleworth Independent
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. Related stories: Nell...
by Nick Watts | Jan 8, 2026 | News, Saddleworth Independent
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...
by Nick Watts | Jan 7, 2026 | News, Saddleworth Independent
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. Related stories:...
by Nick Watts | Jan 6, 2026 | News, Saddleworth Independent
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. Related stories: VE...
by Nick Watts | Jan 2, 2026 | News, Saddleworth Independent
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. Related...
