The very latest news
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Volunteers needed to help older people reconnect with their communitiesAge UK Oldham is calling on local people to volunteer for a new initiative designed to help older residents rebuild confidence, reduce loneliness and reconnect with their communities.
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Over £25K raised as community embraces Dr Kershaw’s’ Rose to Remember campaignA sea of lilac roses transformed the gardens of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice as a crowd of hundreds honoured their loved ones at its Rose to Remember event.
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From workshop to woodland - FCHO apprentices craft new life for in Shaw's Dunwood ParkNew picnic benches are now installed in Shaw’s Dunwood Park after First Choice Homes Oldham’s (FCHO) joinery apprentices stepped in to build them.
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Upset over Dovestone fire in GreenfieldPeople living in the shadow of an ‘absolutely appalling’ fire that covered Greater Manchester in smoke ‘feel like they’ve been hurt’ after a treasured landscape went up in flames.
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Derbyshire police set out plan to tackle anti-social behaviourA new plan aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) and protecting victims across Derbyshire has been unveiled by Derbyshire Constabulary and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner.
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Decisive action taken to tackle council's budget pressuresEarly action is being taken to ensure Tameside Council stays within budget in the face of increasing demand for services.
Tameside Reporter
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Decisive action taken to tackle council's budget pressuresEarly action is being taken to ensure Tameside Council stays within budget in the face of increasing demand for services.
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More Metrolink disruption in AugustMetrolink services will be hit with more disruption in August.
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Police warn of anti-social behaviour in Mottram and HattersleyGreater Manchester Police have warned local residents that they’re aware of a reported increase in anti-social behavior in Hattersley and Mottram.
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Tameside council predicting £15m budget shortfallTameside council is predicting a £15m budget shortfall by 2026/27 unless urgent action is taken.
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New nature ranger helping enhance the environment on hospital siteTameside Hospital’s gardens, lawns, wooded areas and other green spaces are ready to be spruced up with the appointment of a new specialist nature support role.
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Bereavement support charity seeking stallholders for Summer FairA Tameside charity that supports families affected by the loss of a baby or child is set to host a Summer Fair in August.
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Volunteers recognised for decades of dedication to Tameside Talking NewsVolunteers from Tameside Talking News were invited to the Mayor’s Parlour in recognition of their invaluable contribution to producing the audio newspaper for residents.
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Local book hunt aims to keep children reading this summerAn Independent Partner with Usborne Books is launching a community book hunt across parks and villages in the Tameside area this summer.
Glossop Chronicle
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Derbyshire police set out plan to tackle anti-social behaviourA new plan aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) and protecting victims across Derbyshire has been unveiled by Derbyshire Constabulary and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner.
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A628 to reopen on Friday as firefighters make steady progress tackling Tintwistle moor wildfireThe A628 will reopen to traffic on Friday morning (July 31) after being closed for almost two weeks while emergency services tackled the major wildfire on Tintwistle Moor.
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New food waste recycling service to roll out across High PeakResidents across the High Peak are set to receive new food waste recycling starter packs ahead of the launch of a weekly collection service in September.
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Blooming brilliant horticulturist wins at RHS showA horticulturist from Glossop has won a prestigious award at the RHS Sandringham Flower Show, just 12 months after he gave up a successful career in IT to pursue his dream of designing gardens.
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Derbyshire Police officer sacked for sexual assaultA Derbyshire police officer has been sacked after kissing a colleague twice without consent and sending inappropriate sexual texts to another.
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Chef Luke Payne celebrates Almanac's accoladesSelf-taught chef Luke Payne is continuing to establish the High Peak as one of the most exciting dining destinations, after his Glossop restaurant, Almanac, was awarded a prestigious Bib Gourmand in the MICHELIN Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026.
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MP welcomes new £2 bus fare capHigh Peak MP Jon Pearce has welcomed the Government's announcement that a new £2 national bus fare cap will be introduced in England from January.
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Kids can travel free on Stagecoach buses throughout AugustFamilies across the region are being encouraged to make the most of the summer holidays thanks to a new scheme allowing children to travel free on Stagecoach buses throughout August.
Oldham Reporter
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Volunteers needed to help older people reconnect with their communitiesAge UK Oldham is calling on local people to volunteer for a new initiative designed to help older residents rebuild confidence, reduce loneliness and reconnect with their communities.
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Over £25K raised as community embraces Dr Kershaw’s’ Rose to Remember campaignA sea of lilac roses transformed the gardens of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice as a crowd of hundreds honoured their loved ones at its Rose to Remember event.
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From workshop to woodland - FCHO apprentices craft new life for in Shaw's Dunwood ParkNew picnic benches are now installed in Shaw’s Dunwood Park after First Choice Homes Oldham’s (FCHO) joinery apprentices stepped in to build them.
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Upset over Dovestone fire in GreenfieldPeople living in the shadow of an ‘absolutely appalling’ fire that covered Greater Manchester in smoke ‘feel like they’ve been hurt’ after a treasured landscape went up in flames.
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More Metrolink disruption in AugustMetrolink services will be hit with more disruption in August.
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Police appeal for information after car set alight in Chadderton.Police are appealing for information after a man was seen acting suspiciously in Chadderton before approaching a car and setting it alight.
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Oldham officer tackling crime and excelling in study receives prestigious awardA police officer has been awarded the Dean’s Highly Commended Award in recognition of his outstanding achievements as a student officer on the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) programme.
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Lib Dems urge council to take more action on anti-social use of off-road bikesOldham Liberal Democrats are pushing the council to take more action now on the anti-social use of off-road bikes on local roads.



