Oldham Reporter from Thursday, April 10th, 2025
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Major new planning applications submitted to council
Six major projects could transform the way Oldham town centre looks forever, including turning part of the town hall into a hotel.
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Oldham council to face leadership challenge from independent group
An independent councillor plans to challenge the leadership of Oldham Council’s Labour boss.
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‘These houses are like chicken coops…it’s bad for people’s health’
Oldham council wants to crack down on ‘chicken coop’ HMOs after the number of shared houses has ‘almost doubled’ in the last five years.
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A guide to spring bulbs aftercare.
The British Garden Centres has put together a guide to help with the aftercare of spring bulbs, in light of the glorious spring weather we have had recently!
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Support a sleep out! – “Even if we help one person by getting them off the street that would be a great achievement.”
Emmaus Mossley are attending a charity sleep-out to raise awareness about homelessness hosted by Oldham Athletic Community Trust.
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Oldham council issues statement after government update on grooming inquiry cash
Oldham council’s inquiry into local grooming gangs will ‘not be impacted’ despite concerns it will have to bid for government funding.
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Opposition councillors blast government decision on PfE
Councillors in Oldham have blasted a government decision as ‘undemocratic’ and ‘shameful’ after a minister rejected a request to withdraw from a divisive housing scheme.
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Oldham to vote on axing 20 councillors from borough
An Oldham Conservative group member has called on the council to axe a third of its members.
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Dogs Trust Manchester gives cracking advice on how to have a dog-friendly Easter
As Easter approaches, Dogs Trust Manchester is reminding owners that chocolate and some dried fruits are poisonous to dogs.
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Treats for Pups Available At 11 Stations
To make travelling with pooches easier - TransPennine Express (TPE) is rolling out pup-friendly provisions for its customers.
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Police Arrest Two And Issue Fines On Tram Station
Police have made two arrests and issued dozens of fines for traffic offences in a crackdown on crime in Derker.