The very latest news
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Derker community group recognised for support of Vulcan partnership workA Derker community group has been awarded a prestigious District Commanders' Award for its tireless work in supporting Operation Vulcan’s deployment to the area, as well as its wider contributions to the community.
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Second man arrested in connection with Manchester Mosque incident with local councillors expressing shockPolice have arrested a second suspect in connection with the incident at Manchester Central Mosque after two men allegedly armed with an axe and knife entered the building during prayer time as local councillors and leader voiced their shock.
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More roadworks in line for huge bypass schemeMotorists going through Mottram Moor can expect delays in the coming weeks as progress on the bypass ‘60 years in the making’ continues.
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Council pushed to do more to support residents without internet accessOldham Council must do more to ensure that residents who don’t use the internet are still able to access services and report issues, says local Councillor Alicia Marland.
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New Explorer Scouts opens in Ashton-under-LyneThe Broad Oak Explorer Scouts (aged 14-17 years) opened in North Tameside in October and have enjoyed a range of activities including survival skills camp, bowling, climbing, archery, and cooking.
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Man wanted on recall to prisonOfficers are appealing for the public’s help to find Marvin Berkeley, who is wanted on recall to prison.
Tameside Reporter
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More roadworks in line for huge bypass schemeMotorists going through Mottram Moor can expect delays in the coming weeks as progress on the bypass ‘60 years in the making’ continues.
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New Explorer Scouts opens in Ashton-under-LyneThe Broad Oak Explorer Scouts (aged 14-17 years) opened in North Tameside in October and have enjoyed a range of activities including survival skills camp, bowling, climbing, archery, and cooking.
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Young creatives bag funds at Mossley SOUPThanks to community support, a cash boots of £1,952 was provided by a Mossley SOUP event to a team of young creatives.
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Mossley Farmers Market is back for another yearThe award-winning Mossley Farmers’ Market will return on Sunday 26 April 2026 after an incredibly successful debut year.
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Music, friendship & wellbeing at the heart of the Grafton CentreLocated right next to the exit at Junction 3 of the M67, the Grafton Centre is a true hub of its community, where the sound of laughter mingles with music and conversation.
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Powell and Miliband rally support for Labour ahead of polling daySenior Labour figures descended on Rushford Park in the Gorton and Denton constituency today as the party made its final push before polling stations open tomorrow in what has become a closely fought by-election.
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Reform UK’s Matt Goodwin cleared of election law breachMatt Goodwin, candidate for Reform UK in the Gorton and Denton byelection, will not face sanctions after a High Court judge ruled that campaign leaflets missing a required imprint were the result of an inadvertent printing error.
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New ‘Shared Ground’ Support Group Launches to Help Carers of Adults with Serious Mental IllnessShared Ground is a new monthly support and information group for people who are caring for an adult loved one living with serious mental illness, offering a safe space to talk, listen, and learn together.
Glossop Chronicle
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More roadworks in line for huge bypass schemeMotorists going through Mottram Moor can expect delays in the coming weeks as progress on the bypass ‘60 years in the making’ continues.
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Same supermarket, different prices: Fuel gap sparks questionsDrivers in Glossop have been asking the question: why does petrol sometimes cost more at one supermarket forecourt than another just a few miles away?
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Local author Inspires budding poets at All Saints CVALocal author Johanne Lee visited All Saints Catholic Voluntary Academy earlier this month, to inspire pupils to discover their own creative voices through poetry.
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Glossop’s Happy Ramblers Mark 30 Years of Walking, Friendship and Fresh AirA Glossop walking group for over-50s is celebrating its 30th anniversary and inviting more local residents to lace up their boots and join them on weekly walks that are as much about companionship and mental wellbeing as they are about exercise.
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Hillmen denied fifth straight winGlossop RUFC were on course for their fifth straight win on Saturday as they led Leigh 22-15, but an incident unfortunately led to the match being abandoned.
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High Peak residents face delay to weekly food waste collectionsResidents in High Peak may have to wait until June 2026 to start receiving separate weekly food waste collections, after the borough council confirmed delays to the national rollout.
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High Peak Borough Council set to increase council taxHigh Peak Borough Council is set to increase its share of residents’ council tax by 2.99%.
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Derbyshire Constabulary issue arrest warning after officer abused on FacebookPeople could face arrest after a Derbyshire Police officer was abused on Facebook, the force has warned.
Oldham Reporter
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Derker community group recognised for support of Vulcan partnership workA Derker community group has been awarded a prestigious District Commanders' Award for its tireless work in supporting Operation Vulcan’s deployment to the area, as well as its wider contributions to the community.
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Second man arrested in connection with Manchester Mosque incident with local councillors expressing shockPolice have arrested a second suspect in connection with the incident at Manchester Central Mosque after two men allegedly armed with an axe and knife entered the building during prayer time as local councillors and leader voiced their shock.
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Council pushed to do more to support residents without internet accessOldham Council must do more to ensure that residents who don’t use the internet are still able to access services and report issues, says local Councillor Alicia Marland.
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Man wanted on recall to prisonOfficers are appealing for the public’s help to find Marvin Berkeley, who is wanted on recall to prison.
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New care provision for people with additional needsOldham could soon receive a new day and night respite care facility for kids with additional needs, if the council approves a planning application.
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Road closure at Manchester Street roundaboutMotorists should ‘avoid’ the area around Manchester Street roundabout in Oldham after a car crash caused severe damage to traffic lights, the council warned.
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Police appeal for help in finding a woman to assist with enquiriesOfficers investigating a racially aggravated public order would like to speak to the woman (pictured), who may be able to assist with their enquiries.
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Latics Diary: End-of-season games how they should be; Drummond radio silenceThat’s how it’s done, right? Latics ran out 0-3 winners at the Priestfield stadium after a terrific performance, full of attacking verve, clever football and superb defending. Gillingham played their part too – Bradley Dack got the champagne moment award for his pass in the second half to put Ronan Hale through one-on-one with Manny Monthé, which led to one of four stand-out saves from Mat Hudson in the Latics net.



