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Friday, Dec 1

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Runners full of Halloween spirit as Oldham Half Marathon passes through Saddleworth

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NOT EVEN Saddleworth’s hills put runners off enjoying the Halloween spirit as the Oldham Half Marathon returned. Participants completed the 13.1-mile course in pumpkin outfits,…

Oldham Athletic’s Struggles Continue

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OLDHAM Athletic are enduring their second straight season in non-league football, and although there has been a pick up in performance of late, a disastrous…

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Lowry masterpiece to go on display at Oldham gallery

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A MASTERPIECE by a famous artist who lived and worked in Tameside will be on public display in Oldham. ‘Going to the Match’ by L.S.…

Have your say on childhood obesity in new survey

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LOCAL people are being encouraged to take part in a survey around children’s healthy living, as childhood obesity rates continue to rise across Greater Manchester.…

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25-mile walk and 24-hour row tackled by fundraiser Sarah

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A 25-mile walk over 10 hours was the latest challenge for determined fundraiser Sarah Tate – and she is already gearing up to tackle a…

Hospice launches Christmas tree collection and recycle service

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A HOSPICE which cares for patients across Saddleworth and Oldham is bringing back its popular Christmas tree collection service this festive season. Households who enjoy…

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Local solicitors help employees made redundant by national firm

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A LEADING local law firm is supporting more than a hundred employees affected by the closure of a national organisation. Axiom Ince Limited ceased trading…

Christmas Markets to make welcome return in Greenfield

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GREENFIELD will be filled with festive cheer when Christmas Markets return to the Saddleworth village for the third successive year. Stalls will once again be…

Delph road closure sign ‘lie’ to be changed as bridge work is delayed

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BUSINESSES in Delph have been hit by a ‘lie’ of a road sign that made out motorists could not get into the village as bridge…

Thursday, Nov 30

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Old-fashioned values give HOPE to Uppermill gents

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THE fashions may be cutting edge, the brands may be modern but one traditional trait underpins everything at Uppermill’s HOPE Menswear – service. That can…

Tuesday, Nov 28

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Saddleworth chef to spread Christmas cheer with festive feast

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SADDLEWORTH chef Simon Wood is helping spread Christmas spirit by hosting a festive dinner at his Manchester restaurant for 70 deserving people. The 2015 Masterchef…

Saddleworth Women’s Morris and Clog unveils exciting taster event

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SADDLEWORTH Women’s Morris and Clog are opening their doors for a Taster Event on Wednesday, December 13. Join Saddleworth’s newest Morris team for an evening…

Road closures in place for Saddleworth’s Santa Dash

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Uppermill High Street will be closed on Saturday, December 2 between 1.55pm and 6pm for this year’s Santa Dash and Winter Wonderland. Organisers Saddleworth Round…

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Austerlands bus shelter restored after demolition mystery

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A HISTORIC Saddleworth bus shelter that was destroyed in mysterious circumstances has been repaired. People living in Austerlands were horrified at seeing the structure on…

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Pros and Cons of Different Flooring

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CHOOSING a floor for your home might not exactly sound like the most complicated task… well, maybe until you realise just how many types of…

Monday, Nov 27

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Early-morning Saddleworth helps Kevin Sinfield prepare for latest fundraising challenge

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KEVIN Sinfield has told how Saddleworth plays a huge part in his preparation for his latest fundraising challenge – even the less-glamourous bits. The rugby…

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Busy life helps Saddleworth’s Clara reach 100-years-old

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SHE MAY have turned 100-years-old, but Clara Colley is very much proving the old adage, ‘Age is nothing but a number.’ Civic Mayor of Oldham,…

Saddleworth’s ‘Auto Lass’ raises thousands for servicemen’s charity with car restoration

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SPRINGHEAD’S own Auto Lass is celebrating after raising thousands of pounds for servicemen’s charity Help For Heroes by raffling off a classic car. Jody Bevan…

Dobcross pupils get creative to raise school funds

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PUPILS in a Saddleworth village have been engaging in a wide range of activities to raise money for their school. The children of Holy Trinity…

Thursday, Nov 23

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Maggie’s Oldham raise £83,000 for cancer patients at annual Orange Ball

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Photos – credit Darren Robinson Photography and Fitchett’s photography A DINNER and evening of entertainment was enjoyed by 520 guests as this year’s Maggie’s Oldham…

Saddleworth Film Society Set to Host Screening of Decision to Leave

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SADDLEWORTH Film Society is set to host a screening on the fourth of December at Millgate Arts Centre. Film buffs should get excited, as the…

Review: Alice provides a golden glow to Delph’s Millgate

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WHEN it came to toasting the 50th anniversary of theatre at Delph’s Millgate, Saddleworth Players did not do things by half. But what better way…

Festive fun and shopping comes to Lees

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BRING along your family and friends for some festive fun and shopping at Lees Christmas Market and St Edward’s Christmas Fair on Sunday, November 26.…

Wednesday, Nov 22

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Saddleworth’s ‘living trees’ can grow Christmas spirit

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SADDLEWORTH neighbourhoods may have a smaller Christmas focal point this year but their living trees will make things bigger and better in the long run.…

Tuesday, Nov 21

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Christmas is coming to Saddleworth – what’s on guide for lights switch-on events

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SADDLEWORTH’S villages will shine brightly with Christmas cheer as light switch-ons and festive events take place across the area. Greenfield Village: On Saturday, December 2…

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Double delight for Saddleworth School’s RL team

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SADDLEWORTH School is two wins from two as it goes for rugby league glory. The Diggle establishment’s year seven side made light of inclement weather,…

Lees Medical Practice ordered to improve by inspectors

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A SADDLEWORTH medical centre has been told to improve after inspectors found it fell short in key areas. Lees Medical Practice has been rated as…

Round Table seeks marshals for popular Santa Dash

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ENTHUSIASTIC marshals are needed for Saddleworth Round Table’s popular Santa Dash event. The organisers are appealing for an additional 10 marshals to join their ranks…

Troubled Delph bridge means longer journey over water

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MOTORISTS in Saddleworth face a long diversion route as a bridge over a river will be closed. People will not be able to travel along…

Monday, Nov 20

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Flower power brings festive fun to Saddleworth

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WHO WOULD have thought a meeting of a floral art society could carry a message – if anyone thinks that flowers are done by sweet…