The very latest news
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Post Office addresses closure in SimmondleyResidents in Simmondley have expressed shock and concern after the sudden closure of Simmondley News.
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Glossop wartime evacuees invited to annual reunionFormer Lowestoft Wartime Evacuees are invited to attend the annual Summer Reunion which will take place at the town’s railway station on Saturday 6th June 2026.
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Police appeal for information as man injured on busy roadOfficers are appealing for information after a man was seriously injured in an attack on the junction of Fairbottom Street and Yorkshire Street, Oldham.
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High Peak MP welcomes new summer cost-of-living supportFamilies across High Peak will benefit from cheaper days out, discounted meals and free bus travel for children this summer as the government launches its new Great British Summer Savings scheme.
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Police appeal for help as Oldham man still missingPolice have issued a desperate appeal to find Christopher, who has not been seen since last Thursday (May 28).
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Dobcross honours beloved committee member in Whit Friday ceremonyA treasured Saddleworth tradition returned on Friday as Dobcross Youth Band took to the local streets for Whit Friday — but this year, the day carried extra meaning as the band and local community paused to remember a very special lady.
Tameside Reporter
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McDonald’s drive-thru for Hyde approvedThe US fast-food chain announced its plan to build on the Viceroy Indian restaurant in August 2024, submitting official proposals a few months later. However, plans were later withdrawn in April 2025.
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United Utilities joins forces with emergency services to warn about the dangers of cold-water shock‘Don’t take the risk, it’s just not worth it’. That’s the message from United Utilities as they join forces with emergency services to highlight the dangers of cold-water shock.
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Organ donor who gave the “gift of life” to five others honoured in mural artworkLocal man Mark Thorley will forever be remembered for giving the precious gift of life through organ donation with a memorial artwork outside Tameside Hospital’s Critical Care Unit, for which his family are raising money.
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Tameside business prosecuted for knife sale to a person under 18A Hyde shop owner and employee have been sentenced by Tameside magistrates after pleading guilty to selling a kitchen knife to a person under 18.
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Residents invited to shape major regeneration plans for Ashton and StalybridgeResidents and businesses across Ashton and Stalybridge are being invited to have their say on plans that could help shape the future of two of the borough’s towns.
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Nominations open for new CARE Awards celebrating outstanding NHS staffMembers of the public are invited to help celebrate the outstanding work of NHS staff as Stockport NHS Foundation Trust and Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust launch their first joint CARE Awards.
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Dad takes on 100km Lake District challenge to raise funds for Millbrook Primary SchoolA Stalybridge dad is preparing to take on a gruelling 100km running challenge in the Lake District to help raise money for Millbrook Primary School.
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New Civic Mayor pledges focus on Mental Health and local communitiesThe newly appointed Civic Mayor of Tameside, Councillor Helen Bowden, has spoken to the Tameside Reporter of her pride in taking on the role and her commitment to supporting mental health and local organisations across the borough.
Glossop Chronicle
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Post Office addresses closure in SimmondleyResidents in Simmondley have expressed shock and concern after the sudden closure of Simmondley News.
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Glossop wartime evacuees invited to annual reunionFormer Lowestoft Wartime Evacuees are invited to attend the annual Summer Reunion which will take place at the town’s railway station on Saturday 6th June 2026.
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High Peak MP welcomes new summer cost-of-living supportFamilies across High Peak will benefit from cheaper days out, discounted meals and free bus travel for children this summer as the government launches its new Great British Summer Savings scheme.
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History made as Pride comes to GlossopGlossop is set to make history this summer as the town prepares to host its very first Pride celebration in Norfolk Square.
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Sunflower Memories returns to Blythe House HospiceBlythe House Hospice is inviting people to take part in its Sunflower Memories appeal, offering a meaningful way to remember someone special while supporting hospice care.
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New initiative to help retirees with 'next chapter'Three retired residents with extensive experience in community projects are launching a new initiative aimed at supporting people approaching retirement or already enjoying later life.
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Bookshop boost in bid to inspire love for readingAn independent Glossop bookshop is celebrating after being awarded a prestigious national grant aimed at inspiring more children to discover a love of reading.
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Pacy Palmowski seals double winGlossop motorsport star Alisha Palmowski soared to the top of the F1 Academy standings over the weekend with a duo of record-breaking wins in Montreal.
Oldham Reporter
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Police appeal for information as man injured on busy roadOfficers are appealing for information after a man was seriously injured in an attack on the junction of Fairbottom Street and Yorkshire Street, Oldham.
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Police appeal for help as Oldham man still missingPolice have issued a desperate appeal to find Christopher, who has not been seen since last Thursday (May 28).
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Dobcross honours beloved committee member in Whit Friday ceremonyA treasured Saddleworth tradition returned on Friday as Dobcross Youth Band took to the local streets for Whit Friday — but this year, the day carried extra meaning as the band and local community paused to remember a very special lady.
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Self protection scheme for women comes to OldhamWomen insure cars, homes, holidays, pets, and belongings, but they don’t insure themselves.
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FCHO win top awardFirst Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is celebrating winning a major prize at the prestigious Northern Housing Awards.
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Calls for action on dangerous road“It happens all the time. Sometimes it’s bloody murder but what can you do about it?”
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Seven jailed following 18-month operation into drug and money launderingSeven members of an Organised Crime Group based in Oldham and Rochdale have been jailed for a combined 46 years at Manchester Crown Square Court yesterday (Friday).
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Oldham dancer set to dazzle Britain's Got Talent stage tonightAn Oldham-born dancer is preparing to take centre stage in tonight’s Britain’s Got Talent final after earning a coveted Golden Buzzer from Alesha Dixon earlier in the competition.



