The very latest news
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Tinie tempah and bugzy malone join star-studded line-up for “an evening4ricky”The line-up for An Evening4Ricky continues to grow, with the announcement of two major names set to join the party at the AO Arena on Sunday 7th June.
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St Raphael’s dive into bee conservation and fire safety funRainbows and their leaders from St Raphaels in Stalybridge visited Seven Springs Outdoor Activity Centre in Disley to complete their Bee Rescuer badge.
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Derbyshire County Council announce cabinet changesDerbyshire County Council leader Councillor Alan Graves has announced a reshuffle of his Cabinet team, introducing several new faces and changes to a number of portfolio roles.
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Historic bell chimes again after years of silenceA historic bell at Millgate Arts Centre is chiming across the community again after several years of silence.
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New Mayor and Deputy Mayor elected for the High PeakHigh Peak has a new first citizen following the election of a new Mayor for the Borough.
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Council leader to step down, ending 15 years of LabourThe leader of Oldham Council, coun Arooj Shah, has confirmed she will be stepping down from her post before the end of the month.
Tameside Reporter
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Tinie tempah and bugzy malone join star-studded line-up for “an evening4ricky”The line-up for An Evening4Ricky continues to grow, with the announcement of two major names set to join the party at the AO Arena on Sunday 7th June.
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St Raphael’s dive into bee conservation and fire safety funRainbows and their leaders from St Raphaels in Stalybridge visited Seven Springs Outdoor Activity Centre in Disley to complete their Bee Rescuer badge.
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From front room to front line: One man’s living archive of warLast Friday was the 81st anniversary of VE Day and Tameside resident Ray Fricker opened the doors to a remarkable private collection that turns part of his home into a living museum of wartime history
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What no overall control for Tameside council means going forwardReform UK has ended 47 years of Labour dominance in Tameside.
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Election reflection on historic results nightReform surge reshapes Tameside politics after 50 years. Listen to our reports from the night.
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Ashton-Under-Lyne IncidentEmergency services were called to a business premises on Warrington Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne at around 4pm this afternoon (Friday 8th May) following reports of a 'hazmat' incident.
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ELECTION UPDATE: Reform UK gain 18 out of 19 seatsSee below for the full results from last night's count.
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Labour loses overall control of council after 47 years in chargeReform UK swept aside 47 years of Labour control at Tameside Council overnight winning 18 out of the 19 seats up for grabs.
Glossop Chronicle
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Derbyshire County Council announce cabinet changesDerbyshire County Council leader Councillor Alan Graves has announced a reshuffle of his Cabinet team, introducing several new faces and changes to a number of portfolio roles.
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New Mayor and Deputy Mayor elected for the High PeakHigh Peak has a new first citizen following the election of a new Mayor for the Borough.
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Still no start for Wren Nest Mill repairsA long-running sinkhole issue at Wren Nest Mill in Glossop is still awaiting full repair works, despite assurances last year that work would begin imminently.
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Community spirit transforms school playgroundFamilies and staff at Chapel-en-le-Frith C of E VC Primary School have rolled up their sleeves for a community-led makeover, to bring new life to the nursery and reception playgrounds.
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Two jailed after a spate of High Peak burglariesTwo burglars who targeted homes and vehicles across the High Peak have been jailed following a series of overnight break-ins.
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Enforcement action taken against former Spread EagleHigh Peak Borough Council has taken formal enforcement action against the owners of the long-derelict Riverside Inn - also known locally as the former Spread Eagle.
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Personal trainer takes on ultra challenge for charityA Glossop-based personal trainer is set to take on a brand-new ultra-distance cycling challenge this May, all in aid of a cause close to her heart.
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Emotional finish for 80-mile awareness walkA powerful community fundraising and awareness challenge has concluded with an emotional finish line moment, after days of walking brought people together for a deeply personal cause.
Oldham Reporter
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Tinie tempah and bugzy malone join star-studded line-up for “an evening4ricky”The line-up for An Evening4Ricky continues to grow, with the announcement of two major names set to join the party at the AO Arena on Sunday 7th June.
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Historic bell chimes again after years of silenceA historic bell at Millgate Arts Centre is chiming across the community again after several years of silence.
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Council leader to step down, ending 15 years of LabourThe leader of Oldham Council, coun Arooj Shah, has confirmed she will be stepping down from her post before the end of the month.
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2026 Oldham Election SummaryAn eventful election night in Oldham saw a ‘total Reform wipeout’ for Labour, throwing the future of the council’s leadership into uncertainty.
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Councillor’s car smashed up during electionThe car of a Greater Manchester councillor is understood to have been attacked outside an election count in Oldham this evening (May 8).
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Election votes disqualified due to misprintThe results of at least 15 local election votes have been disqualified in Oldham following a council misprint on ballot cards.
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Dr Kershaw’s Hospice challenges conversation taboos for Dying Matters Awareness WeekThis Dying Matters Awareness Week (May 4-10), Dr Kershaw’s Hospice is challenging conversational taboos about death, dying and grief.
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Businesses urged to maximise social value impact through youth support at Spark Oldham eventLocal businesses gathered at The Brew in Fitton Hill recently for a powerful social value networking breakfast hosted by Spark Oldham in partnership with The Casey Group.



