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2026-04-04
Oldham fuel crisis fears grow - support plans in place
Oldham Council has plans ready for potential fuel crisis but won't share details as petrol prices hit 150p per litre.
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Page 1£700k Grotton bungalow with wine cellar, spa and games room
A luxury Grotton bungalow with wine cellar, spa, and games room is on sale for £700k in one of Oldham's most desirable areas.
Magician 'Mick the Trick' steps down after 20 years with Order of the Magi
Royton magician Mike Sharples steps down after 20 years leading Manchester's oldest magic society, passing the wand to new leadership.
Oldham's 300-year-old pub The Old Original serves pints since 1722
Saddleworth's oldest pub has served locals for 300 years, offering hearty food and ghostly tales in equal measure.
Oldham gym group 'The Legends' helps over-55s transform health
Over-55s in Derker are transforming their health and lives through an adapted fitness group that welcomes newcomers.
Oldham Easter Weekend Weather: Frost, Showers, and Milder Monday
Frosty start to Easter weekend in Oldham before milder Monday brings rain back to the town.
Oldham Athletic owner Frank Rothwell prostate cancer survivor urges men to get tested
Oldham Athletic owner Frank Rothwell, a 15-year prostate cancer survivor, urged local men to get tested during an awareness event at FCHO offices.
Easter open house at Hartshead View in Oldham this weekend
Oldham's new Hartshead View development opens for Easter weekend tours with deposit help and monthly gifts for buyers.
Oldham's top-rated chippies for Good Friday 2026
Oldham's fish and chip shops are delivering top-quality meals with multiple venues earning 4.5+ star ratings ahead of Good Friday.
Former Bodycare in Royton to become nail salon - Oldham
Former Bodycare store in Royton to become nail salon, sparking debate about business diversity in the precinct.
Three Oldham businesses named in tax defaulters list
Three Oldham businesses owe over £393k in unpaid taxes and have been publicly named by HMRC, with all now dissolved or in liquidation.
Critical care strikes at Royal Oldham Hospital next week
Royal Oldham Hospital critical care staff strike again Tuesday over pay cuts forcing workers to food banks and risking patient care.
Greater Manchester health leadership strengthened with new combined role
Greater Manchester gets new health leader to better integrate NHS and public services, building on decade of devolution success.
Saddleworth footpath closed for months for spillway works
Saddleworth footpath closed until September for United Utilities spillway works, with partial weekend reopening.
Free filmmaking course for Oldham residents
Oldham residents can learn professional filmmaking for free through National Lottery-funded course at Hack Oldham.
Demolition starts on collapsed Oldham building
Collapsed Oldham building part-owned by councillor injured three people and displaced 40 residents, with demolition now underway after years of...
Oldham tiles shop future uncertain as Topps Tiles closes 23 stores
Royton's Topps Tiles store faces closure as part of nationwide cost-cutting, leaving locals with fewer options for home improvement shopping.
Easter weekend supermarket opening hours for Oldham
Major Oldham supermarkets close Easter Sunday due to law, so check opening times before shopping this weekend.
Metrolink Oldham line disruption Easter 2026
Oldham Metrolink services terminate at Exchange Square over Easter weekend, requiring bus transfers for city centre journeys.
Oldham named Greater Manchester Town of Culture 2026-27
Oldham wins £50k cultural award but locals divided over whether town deserves recognition amid venue closures and mixed reputation.