Tameside Reporter
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Tameside leaders unite in condemning criminal damage
Tameside leaders have condemned incidents of criminal damage at homes in Tameside and across Greater Manchester.
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Mossley Farmer’s Market is moving to George Lawton Hall this Sunday
Visitors to Mossley Farmer’s Market are being advised that this month’s market will be relocating to George Lawton Hall this Sunday (October 25).
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Homelessness charity team completes Scafell Pike hike
Community members from homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley have completed a fundraising hike to Scafell Pike in support of RSPB Dove Stone.
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GMP ask for help locating wanted man with Tameside links
Can you help Greater Manchester Police locate Adrian Slater (29/04/1989), who is wanted for breaching a Domestic Abuse Protection Order?
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Bev Craig talks Man City, Abu Dhabi, and Andy Burnham
Bev Craig has said the intense coverage of Manchester’s relationship with Abu Dhabi has been used to make ‘cheap shots’ against Prime Minister Andy Burnham and ‘bash’ the city.
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Costa Coffee opens first Cineworld store in Ashton
Costa Coffee has opened its first-ever store in a Cineworld cinema, in Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Ashton Sixth Form College students take centre stage at Gorilla
Music Production students from Ashton Sixth Form College followed in the footsteps of some of music’s biggest names when they took over Manchester’s Gorilla for an unforgettable evening of live music.
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Day of Action delivers results across Ashton
Arrests, vehicle seizures, road safety enforcement and business compliance checks were among the outcomes of a successful multi-agency day of action in Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Footballing laughs are on the menu at Droylsden Cricket Club
Former footballer Mark Crossley will bring tales from his career to Droylsden this November. He'll be supported by comedian John Gillian, as both head up a fundraising afternoon.
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Volunteers sought to help keep Stalybridge clean
Residents are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves to keep Stalybridge looking its best at the next Town Team clean-up this Saturday.
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Tameside councillor refuses to step down following ITV exposé
An ex-Reform UK councillor has refused to resign following the release of an ITV exposé.
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GMP’s Special Constabulary mark 195th birthday with day of action in Ashton
Multiple arrests were made when Greater Manchester Police participated in a dedicated day of action in Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Cardiology unit staff help dad celebrate daughter's wedding
A kind-hearted effort from staff at Tameside Hospital meant that a dad who was too unwell to attend his daughter’s wedding was able to celebrate with her on the acute cardiology unit instead.
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The two councils who refused the new government planning changes
Two Greater Manchester councils could be acting unlawfully in less than two weeks after rejecting government changes to the way planning applications are approved and denied.
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Former Reform Councillor's comments to be displayed on ad van
An ad van displaying comments made by former Reform Councillor Raymond Dunning will be driving around Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Greater Manchester Police given £1.8m in Home Office Knife Crime Concentration Fund
Greater Manchester Police has been awarded £1.8m as part of the Home Office Knife Crime Concentration Fund as it looks to increase police patrols, providing more CCTV and support during early prevention work in key hotspot areas.
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Remembrance services for 2026 announced across Tameside
Details have been confirmed for this year's Remembrance Services in Tameside.
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Council event to help unpaid carers understand their rights
People who look after someone in Tameside are being invited to learn about their rights, access practical advice, and connect with a range of local services and organisations this Carers Rights Day.
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Tameside Council helps install new Dutch barn in hospice gardens
There’s a new feature in the gardens at Willow Wood Hospice and it’s already proving its worth.
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Hyde Little Theatre celebrates its rising stars
Spotlight shines on first HLT Youth Theatre Awards Night
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Bonfire night events taking place in Tameside in 2026
A number of firework displays have been planned across Tameside for 2026.
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Plans for flats and homes at site of mill in Greenfield
An Oldham mill damaged by a fire could be given ‘a new lease of life’ if it is allowed to be converted into flats below Dovestone Reservoir.
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Updated: Reform Councillor resigns the whip over ITV News comments
A Tameside Councillor is reported to have resigned following the emergence of controversial comments recorded during an undercover ITV News investigation.
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Tameside Green Party condemns comments by Reform councillors
The condemnation follows an undercover ITV News investigation that exposed remarks by Reform councillors and candidates across England and Wales, including Tameside.
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The Concord Suite in Droylsden will be demolished
A crumbling Droylsden landmark will be partially torn down after sitting empty for 11 years.
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Share your views on the Climate and Environment Strategy for Tameside
Residents, stakeholders, and businesses across Tameside are being invited to share their views on the Climate and Environment Strategy, to ensure it delivers benefits for communities.
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Tameside strengthens support for children with SEND
Tameside has secured approval for its SEND Reform Plan and £39.5 million in funding to help more children and young people with special education needs (SEND) get support.
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Big garden bug build comes to The Vale in Mossley
A Tameside arts centre is holding a big garden bug build and local people are invited to get involved.
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Winter flu vaccination events to be held across Tameside
Tameside residents can receive their flu vaccination at one of several clinics being run by Stalybridge Primary Care Network (PCN) this winter.
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Review: TADAA hit the jackpot with a dazzling production of Guys and Dolls
Following their fabulous production of Footloose last year, the Theatre Arts of Dukinfield and Ashton (TADAA) step up to deliver one of the most iconic musicals in Broadway history.
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Northern Lights Lantern Parade kick-starts the festivities in Tameside
The spectacular Northern Lights Lantern Parade returns to kick off the festive season in Tameside, with a magical celebration of community and creativity in the heart of Ashton.
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Plans for the revival of a historic cinema revealed
The former Metro Majestic cinema in Ashton could be revived after sitting empty for more than a decade.
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Young fundraiser completes Snowdon hike for charity
A young fundraiser from Denton has hiked up the highest mountain in Wales to raise funds for homelessness charity, Emmaus Mossley.
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Tameside’s Youth Justice System told to improve
Safety improvements are needed in Tameside’s Youth Justice System (YJS), according to an inspection report.
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Spooktacular fun coming up in Tameside
Expect fantastic family theatre, pumpkin decorating, face painting, spooky film screenings and much more for Halloween-themed fun in Tameside.
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The impact of potential tip closure in Glossop
A rubbish tip in Glossop is being considered for closure, sparking fears it will increase ‘cross-border’ use at Greater Manchester tips.
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Tameside Police seek man wanted on recall to prison
Can you help Tameside Police locate Adam Steadman (11/01/1979), who is wanted on recall to prison?
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Rail industry offers free travel to Remembrance services for serving personnel, veterans and bereaved families
The rail industry is offering free travel to help serving military personnel, veterans and bereaved families attend Services of Remembrance this November.
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Problems on the streets of Ashton town centre
Crime, fear and defecation on the streets of Ashton have gotten out of hand, according to one politician.
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Ruby wins Summer Reading Challenge prize
Nine-year-old Ruby Bowe from Denton has won the top prize for the Tameside Summer Reading Challenge.
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331 families sign up for Hattersley Community Grocery
Tameside’s first Community Grocery is already proving a big hit with 331 households signing up in the first week.
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Little Voices is expanding into Mossley
Little Voices is expanding into Mossley, bringing its professional singing and acting lessons to local students.
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Sinkhole threatens Park Bridge Remembrance Sunday service
Community group calls for urgent action after road collapse near village cenotaph, as residents face prospect of paying for repairs themselves.
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New Droylsden Marina development officially tabled
The vision for a new ‘waterfront neighbourhood’ at Droylsden Marina has been tabled, but locals say it’s still too big.
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Stalybridge Street Fest returns tonight (come rain or shine)
Stalybridge is set for an evening of live music, family entertainment, and street food as Stalybridge Street Fest returns to Armentieres Square tonight (Friday, October 9).
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Poplar Street Primary School celebrates positive Ofsted report
Pupils at Poplar Street Primary School in Audenshaw enjoy learning in a school that is “happy, safe and welcoming”, according to its latest Ofsted inspection.
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Decision on Droylsden landmark due next week
The fate of one of Droylsden’s most recognisable buildings will be decided next week.
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Together for Tameside event returns to bring support services to residents
Tameside residents who are out of work will be able to access a variety of support services at Together for Tameside.
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Ricky Hatton's celebrity football match tickets are now on sale
Football legends, sporting icons, and entertainment stars to come together as Manchester celebrates the life and legacy of Ricky Hatton.
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Tameside Council commits to building Ricky Hatton statue
A statue will be erected to honour the memory of legendary boxer Ricky Hatton.
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Tameside libraries launch project to build a community of readers
Guinness World Record challenges, author talks, and pop-up libraries are all part of the new library project, ‘Read, Connect, Belong’.
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Endeavour Primary Academy celebrates positive Ofsted outcome
Endeavour Primary Academy in Hyde has shared the outcome of its latest Ofsted inspection.
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GMP issues Section 34 dispersal order in Hattersley
Greater Manchester Police officers have issued a Section 34 dispersal order in Hattersley following a number of recent incidents of anti-social behaviour in the area.
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Award-winning independent films are coming to the big screen in Mossley
The best of recent indie cinema is coming to a Tameside arts centre.
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Tameside author celebrates friendship, remembrance & mental health awareness
Local author Jessica Jones has released What A Braidy Adventure, a heartfelt and deeply personal book exploring friendship, grief, cherished memories, and the importance of talking openly about mental health.
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Idea to reveal location of all HMOs in Tameside shot down
An idea to ‘name and shame’ all houses of multiple occupation (HMOs) in Tameside has been shot down.
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Tameside Council votes against government changes
Tameside Council will soon be breaking the law if they hold planning panel meetings or make planning decisions – as things stand.
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Resident kicks 38-year smoking habit with Be Well Tameside
A nearly 40-year habit has been successfully stopped by resident Lee Wright with the support of Tameside Council’s stop smoking service, Be Well Tameside.
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Do you recognise this man? Tameside Police are seeking help
Greater Manchester Police are asking for help locating the man pictured, as he could help with an investigation into a burglary.
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Aldi Hattersley opens with help from Paralympian
A brand-new Aldi store Hattersley has opened its doors to customers, with ParalympicsGB cycling hero Archie Atkinson cutting the red ribbon alongside pupils from St James Catholic Primary School.
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Guinness World Records recognises longest biography by a single author
The award was presented to His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj at an event attended by hundreds of people from Tameside's Hindu community.
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Tameside opens its first Community Grocery
Tameside households struggling to make ends meet can now get a shop for just £5 from the borough’s first ever Community Grocery.
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Consultation on Local Plan for Tameside opens
Residents, businesses and organisations are invited to have their say on Tameside's planning blueprint for the next 15 years.
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Residents attend event to learn about support available to reduce loneliness in later years
Residents aged 50 and over came together at a community event in Stalybridge to find out about the support and activities available on their doorstep.
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National Hate Crime Awareness week set to bring Tameside's diverse cultures under one roof
Local residents are being invited to celebrate Tameside’s diverse cultures as part of National Hate Crime Awareness Week this month.
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Story Makers marks a decade of interactive storytelling fun
Popular storytelling sessions are returning to Tameside libraries to help children learn that ‘It’s Okay to Be Me’.
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Tameside Police are hosting a fraud awareness event
Greater Manchester Police are hosting a fraud awareness event in Hyde this Thursday (October 8th).
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Historic building renovation in Stalybridge gets the go-ahead
The renovation of the Grade-II listed library in the heart of Stalybridge has been given the go-ahead.
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Homes powered by Baked Beans could be part of Greater Manchester’s future
A major plan is being developed that could power thousands of homes with the heat from baked beans, sewage, and data centres.
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How the people of Hollingworth feel about a 14-mile Pennine tunnel
Walking through the village of Hollingworth, you’d be forgiven for thinking ‘I could do without all those HGVs rattling past’. Imagine living there.
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Tameside Hospital AI project wins prestigious national award
A Tameside NHS project which uses the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support patients at risk of emergency department (A&E) attendance has been recognised by receiving a prestigious national award.
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Independent review highlights progress made by Tameside Council
An independent review of Tameside Council has praised the progress made in organisational development, partnership working, regeneration, and digital transformation.
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Hyde Community Day returns with family fun planned
Hyde Market will come alive this Saturday as Hyde Community Day returns with a packed programme of family entertainment, live performances, and activities celebrating the local community.
