Tameside Reporter
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Local futsal player to take part in UEFA Futsal Champions League
A Tameside futsal player will soon take on some of Europe’s elite.
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Ashton United condemn 'pro Tommy Robinson' chants
Ashton United have issued a statement following reports that 'pro Tommy Robinson chants' were heard during Saturday's clash with Stocksbridge Park Steels at Hurst Cross.
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School pay tribute to 'one-of-a-kind' girl as investigations into her death continue
The school of 13-year-old Casey-Louise Horrocks have paid tribute to ‘one-of-a-kind young person’ following her sudden and tragic death, which has prompted a major police investigation.
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Bridge Fest returns for 2025
Stalybridge is tuning up for another unforgettable day as Bridge Fest returns on Saturday, September 6th - marking the fourth edition of the much-loved community festival.
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Progress on huge town centre overhaul
Releasing four underused plots of land could unlock the £11.1m scheme to give Stalybridge’s western edge a facelift.
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Positive steps taken in spat over heritage asset
The council has agreed to look into options to save a heritage site following an outcry over their decision to sell it off.
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Tameside pupils celebrate national reading awards
Muizzah Tayyab and Victoria Saville, Year 5 and 6 pupils from Silver Springs Academy in Tameside, have been awarded the national title of Reading Plus Champions.
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Three councillors expelled from Labour and another quits following WhatsApp scandal
Three councillors embroiled in the Trigger Me Timbers WhatsApp scandal have been expelled from the Labour Party following an investigation.
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Golfers swing into action for hospice care
Golfers from across the region gathered at Ashton-under-Lyne Golf Club for the annual Martin Wild Golf Day, raising over £10,000 for Willow Wood Hospice.
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Family pay tribute to ‘beautiful’ Mossley girl as ‘murder and rape’ investigation continues
The devastated family of a 13-year-old girl from Mossley have paid an emotional tribute after her tragic death sparked a major police investigation.
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Police update after two men jump from window in Stalybridge
Police have issued an update following an incident in Stalybridge which saw two men jump from a window after a disturbance in the early hours of Saturday morning.
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Man arrested following armed police incident in Denton
A man has been arrested following a large police response to an incident in Denton on Sunday evening.
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Shop for a fairer world at Emmaus Mossley’s solidarity sale
Emmaus Mossley is set to host a special Solidarity Sale on Saturday 23 August, giving local people the chance to grab a bargain while helping to tackle global poverty and social inequality.
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The ambitious plan to regenerate five towns at once
There are ambitious plans to transform five towns in just one Greater Manchester borough, but the question is how the council will manage the scale of the job.
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Clarendon Sixth Form College celebrates another year of outstanding results
Students and staff at Clarendon Sixth Form College are celebrating another exceptional year of academic success, following the release of A Level, T Level and Level 3 Vocational results.
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Xaverian College celebrates another year of outstanding results
Xaverian College is celebrating another successful results day, with both A Level and Applied students achieving impressive outcomes across the board.
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Suspended Labour MP Oliver Ryan reinstated
A Labour MP suspended over offensive WhatsApp messages has been reinstated by the party, according to national reports.
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Hyde teenager who sailed into history
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Violence against A&E staff doubles as NHS faces mounting pressures
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has revealed a disturbing rise in physical violence against NHS staff working in accident and emergency (A&E) departments, with the number of reported assaults almost doubling in the past five years.
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Celebrations at Ashton Sixth Form College as students shine on results day
Students at Ashton Sixth Form College are celebrating another year of exceptional A-Level, vocational, and T-Level results, with smiles and plans for exciting futures taking centre stage.
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From first dance to forever: Dennis and Patricia celebrate 70-Year love story
Seventy years after first saying “I do,” local couple Dennis and Patricia Johnson have once again stood side by side at the altar of St Peter’s Church, Ashton-under-Lyne, to renew their wedding vows - in the very same church where their married life began in 1955.
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Level 3 results day brings celebration at The Manchester College
Students at The Manchester College have plenty to celebrate following an impressive set of results for Level 3 qualifications in 2025, with standout performances in T Levels, BTECs, and other technical and creative courses.
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2:22 : A Ghost Story – A thrilling, spooky piece of art!
This week ‘2:22 A Ghost Story’ is at Manchester’s Opera house.
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Hyde recovery service becomes UK first with resident artist and ground-breaking exhibition
A Tameside recovery service has made national history by becoming the first in the UK to host an artist-in-residence within a substance use treatment setting.
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Tameside and Oldham dancers to represent region at major Barcelona street festival
A unique collaboration between two community dance groups from Greater Manchester is set to take centre stage this September at one of Europe’s biggest street arts festivals, La Mercè, in Barcelona.
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United Utilities urges Tameside residents to save water as temperatures rise
With temperatures expected to climb across the region this week, United Utilities is calling on residents in Greater Manchester and the Pennines to help protect vital water supplies by being more mindful of their water use.
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Community cycle Sundays to bring free family fun and nature activities to Ashton
Families across Tameside are being encouraged to get active and embrace the outdoors with the launch of Community Cycle Sundays in Ashton.
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Greater Manchester school leavers set for big savings thanks to Our Pass
School leavers can now apply for Our Pass and save up to £1,600 on travel across Greater Manchester over the next two years.
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Curzon U8s celebrate stellar campaign
Curzon Ashton Blues U8s had a record-breaking 2024/25 campaign, doing what no grassroots team across Greater Manchester have done before, winning every trophy on offer across both of the biggest Manchester junior football leagues.
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Join the Action Together Board of Trustee
Action Together is a membership organisation with 3,000 members across Oldham, Rochdale and Tameside. These represent and support many diverse local needs and interests. They are a charity whose purpose is promoting social benefit for the people who live in the communities they serve.
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Baton of Hope to bring message of courage and unity to Tameside
The countdown is on for one of the most powerful and unifying events in our region’s calendar.
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Tameside man raises safety concerns over gas pipe installation
A Tameside resident has raised concerns over what he describes as a “potentially hazardous” gas pipe installation in his home, following work carried out by Cadent.
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Ashton Old Baths throws open its doors for family and community fun day
Ashton Old Baths will welcome visitors this summer for a vibrant family and community day, celebrating the building’s stunning transformation from a disused Victorian bathhouse into a modern hub of innovation and creativity.
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Guide Bridge theatre takes the reins of Enchanted Evening concert
A long-standing musical favourite is set to begin an exciting new chapter this September, as Guide Bridge Theatre becomes the new home of the much-loved Enchanted Evening concert - an annual event that has raised thousands for Willow Wood Hospice.
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“Tameside women deserve to be believed” – Hyde woman speaks out after life-changing endometriosis surgery
For most 22-year-olds, life is just beginning to settle into place. But for Lauren Holmes from Hyde, the past few years have been defined not by youthful milestones - but by a silent, excruciating battle with endometriosis.
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New weekly community group welcomes all at Christ Church Ashton
A brand-new community group is bringing warmth, friendship, and fun to Ashton, with weekly gatherings held at the Christ Church on Oldham Road.
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Review: The Memory of Water – A triumphant two-night run by Hyde Little Theatre
For two nights only, Hyde Little Theatre transformed Studio 9 on Market Street into a place where laughter, secrets, and memories collided. Both performances of The Memory of Watersold out – a testament to the buzz surrounding this production – and the audience of all ages, left with smiles.
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Greater Manchester campaign to help communities beat the heat
A new campaign has been launched to help households and communities across Greater Manchester prepare for the growing risks of extreme weather as global temperatures continue to rise.
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Stalybridge shop shut down for selling illegal tobacco and vapes
A shop in Stalybridge has been forced to close after repeatedly being caught selling illegal cigarettes, hand-rolling tobacco, and vapes.
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Dogs Trust Manchester warns that “smiling” dogs could be in danger
As temperatures once again soar across the UK, Dogs Trust Manchester is urging dog owners to take extra care in hot weather and to understand that a “smiling” dog isn’t always a happy one.
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Tameside Council faces backlash over plans to sell Park Bridge Heritage Centre
Tameside Council has sparked public outcry after revealing plans to sell the historic Park Bridge Heritage Centre in Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Appeal as woman dies after being found unconscious
Greater Manchester Police have launched an appeal after the death of a woman found unconscious on the Oldham-Tameside border.
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Greater Manchester’s dirtiest river and the plan to clean it up
The River Tame is one of the dirtiest waterways in Greater Manchester and spent decades with very little sign of life as a result, but now wildlife is returning.
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‘I had a special bank account to pay for way too many snacks’: Work from home dad’s ‘self loathing and shame’ as binge eating disorder took hold
Carl, from Glossop, has now spoken of his experience of years of struggling with binge eating and has thanked a local mental health service for changing his life.
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Gee Cross mum cancer-free after groundbreaking clinical trial
A Gee Cross mum is celebrating more than 18 months free from bowel cancer thanks to pioneering treatment at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester.
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Haggerty family take on 15-mile memory walk to honour siblings lost too soon
Some families are tested in ways that seem impossible to bear. For the Haggertys, the last decade has brought unimaginable loss - yet also an unshakable determination to turn grief into something powerful, hopeful, and life-affirming.
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Tameside learners celebrated at inspiring graduation event
An evening of pride and celebration unfolded at Tameside Stadium, home of Curzon Ashton Football Club, as learners from the Tameside Skills Centre marked their achievements at a special graduation ceremony on Thursday 10 July.
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Hyde town centre set for a bright future through regeneration and community spirit
Hyde town centre is experiencing an exciting wave of regeneration, thanks to a strong collaboration between local partners and targeted government investment.
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Ashton friends take on epic St Cuthbert’s walk to thank Christie Charity
Two long-time Ashton friends are lacing up their walking boots later this month to take on a 62.5-mile challenge across the Scottish-English border – all in aid of the Christie Charity.
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Droylsden pub set for licensing review
Alleged sex acts in the beer garden, fighting and excessive noise could see a pub in Droylsden lose its booze licence.
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Tameside-led study suggests A&E screening could uncover thousands of undiagnosed diabetes cases
A new study led by Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust has found that routine diabetes screening in hospital emergency departments could identify thousands of undiagnosed cases of type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes each year.
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Police respond to TV documentary findings
Greater Manchester Police has responded to a BBC Moors Murder documentary which concluded on television on Wednesday (6th August).
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Ashton Swimming Club crowned champions
For the third year in a row, Ashton-under-Lyne Swimming Club have won the prestigious Celebration Gala, beating teams from Wilmslow, Romiley, Marple, Hyde, Saracens (Hazel Grove), Dukinfield and Saddleworth.
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The final hurdle for Godley Green plan
The final version of the controversial scheme that could see more than 2,000 homes build on Godley Green will be revealed this month.
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The Shed is back: Tameside’s beloved workshop reopens in Dukinfield
After months of hard work, dedication, and a fair amount of sawdust, The Shed Tameside has officially reopened, this time in a brand-new, purpose-fitted premises in the heart of Dukinfield.
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Willow Wood football fundraiser scores big thanks to Manchester Credit Union support
Willow Wood Hospice’s much-anticipated annual Football Night Fundraiser is set for another successful evening this September, following a generous financial boost from Manchester Credit Union.
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St Peter’s family fun day brings Tameside community together
Families from across Tameside came together for a lively and memorable afternoon at the annual St Peter’s Community Gathering Family Fun Day, held on Sunday 3 August at Oxford Park in Ashton.
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Tameside residents among thousands benefitting from mobile lung health checks
More than 1,000 people across Greater Manchester - including residents in Tameside - have received an early lung cancer diagnosis thanks to a pioneering NHS screening programme.
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Supporting young minds: mental health event for young people coming to Tameside
Children and young people across Tameside are being invited to take part in a special event this month, focused on mental health and emotional wellbeing.
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New coding club launches at The Together Centre for local kids
A brand-new coding course for young tech enthusiasts has launched at The Together Centre in Dukinfield, offering children aged 8 to 14 the chance to dive into the exciting world of coding and robotics.
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Tameside charities urged to apply for Vernon Building Society grants
Charities, social enterprises and grassroots organisations across Tameside are being encouraged to apply for funding of up to £5,000 as Vernon Building Society opens its latest grant rounds.
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Bowls match in memory of Christopher Radcliffe raises funds for Blind Veterans UK
Waterloo and Taunton Conservative Club in Ashton-under-Lyne hosted a charity crown green bowls match over the weekend in memory of Christopher Radcliffe, who sadly passed away suddenly in 2022 at the age of 36.
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A fresh look for the world's oldest brass band
Stalybridge Old Band, recognised as the oldest brass band in the world, has made history once again, this time with the unveiling of its first ever official crest.
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Age UK Tameside hosts pop-up event at Ashton Moss to raise funds and awareness
The Age UK Tameside team hosted a special pop-up event last Friday at Ashton Moss Leisure Park to raise funds and boost awareness of the vital services they provide to older residents across the borough.
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Ricky Tomlinson to headline Ashton’s Street Life: Episode II – Return of the Street Party
If you thought the last Street Life party was something special, then get ready – because the force (and the funny bone) is strong with this one.
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How Tameside plans to improve children’s services
Children’s services in Tameside have been failing for years, but now the council has given a glimpse at how they intend to turn things around.
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The weirdest things found in Tameside’s sewage
False teeth, wedding rings, dead animals and a hell of a lot of wet wipes – these are just some of the bizarre discoveries made in our sewage works.
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Exciting changes ahead as Ashton Market Square redevelopment take shape
The transformation of Ashton Market Square is making strong progress, with the revamped space on track to reopen in Spring 2026. A major part of the redevelopment includes the introduction of 10 brand-new, high-quality kiosks, set to become a central feature of the revitalised town centre.
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Hollingworth Primary reception pupils win Smile Month poster competition
Reception pupils at Hollingworth Primary School have been named winners of a borough-wide competition held in celebration of National Smile Month.
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Hattersley boy shortlisted for BBC award after inspiring fundraising effort
A courageous seven-year-old boy from Hattersley has been recognised for his remarkable efforts to support a local hospice that cared for his mum in her final days.
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Manchester City legends set to light up Tameside hospice fundraiser
Three legendary names in Manchester City history — Joe Corrigan, Brian Horton and David White — are set to take centre stage at the 6th Annual Willow Wood Hospice Football Night this September in Dukinfield.
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Stalybridge gets two new life-saving defibrillators
Two life-saving defibrillators have been installed in Stalybridge town centre, thanks to the successful fundraising efforts of the Dukinfield and Stalybridge Rotary Club and Stalybridge Town Team.
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Droylsden’s Paige Louise to open groundbreaking P.Louise flagship store at Trafford Palazzo
Droylsden-born beauty mogul Paige Louise Williams is once again redefining the industry with the launch of her first-ever permanent retail destination, P.Louise City, set to open this Autumn at Manchester’s Trafford Palazzo.
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Review: The Last Laugh is a heartfelt, comical, laugh-a-minute masterpiece
This week, Manchester’s Opera house is home to ‘The Last Laugh’ – a comedy play championing three of Britain’s trailblazing comedians, Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse. Three wildly loved and remembered comedians that paved the way for comedy acts today.
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Tameside Rocks returns for a day of music and family fun at Active Ken Ward
Tameside was alive with the sound of music on Sunday 27th July, as Tameside Rocks made its much-anticipated return to Active Ken Ward in Hattersley.
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Longest resident at Dogs Trust Manchester gets a taste of adventure
Rosie is a three-year-old Boxer cross and the longest resident at Dogs Trust Manchester, as she has been waiting for more than 500 days for a home to call her own.
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Take a walk on the wild side in the high Peak this Spring
Whether you enjoy a challenging hike or a casual stroll, the High Peak caters to a diverse range of preferences.