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2026-04-20
Oldham man spared jail for stalking and controlling ex-girlfriend
Oldham man avoids jail despite year-long campaign of controlling and stalking his ex-girlfriend.
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Shaw residents can help protect Crompton Moor's wildlife at a free conservation day on May 1, with pond work and biodiversity projects.
Wholefoods seller opens takeaway in Failsworth industrial estate
Failsworth wholefoods wholesaler gets green light to open takeaway in industrial estate with restricted midnight closing hours.
New 19-acre Chadderton park opens to positive reviews
Chadderton's new 19-acre park is already popular with walkers and families, though some want more bins and signs.
Oldham grandmother, 70, walks 350 miles for air ambulance after son-in-law's crash
A 70-year-old grandmother walked 350 miles to thank the air ambulance that saved her son-in-law's life, raising £1,500 for emergency services.
101 affordable homes for Oldham by 2027 under £15.7m deal
Fitton Hill will get 101 new affordable homes by 2027, with focus on family-sized properties and sustainable design.
Oldham actress Siobhan Finneran stars in new Netflix cult thriller Unchosen
Oldham's Siobhan Finneran lands major Netflix role in cult thriller 'Unchosen', premiering April 21.
New interior design showroom opening in Greenfield, Oldham
Former beauty spa in Greenfield reopens as interior design showroom after 2-year vacancy.
Royal Oldham Hospital trust CEO Owen Williams to step down in September
Royal Oldham Hospital's chief executive will leave in September after three years leading the trust that runs three major hospitals.
Queen Elizabeth Hall closure: Memories flood in as Oldham venue shuts
Oldham's Queen Elizabeth Hall, a cultural cornerstone for 48 years, closes forever as part of town centre redevelopment, taking with it decades of...
Oldham training centre to become retail store after approval
Longstanding Oldham apprenticeship centre closes and will become retail store, marking end of local training hub.
New 19-acre Broadway Green park opens in Chadderton
Chadderton's new 19-acre park offers locals a peaceful green space with walking paths, play areas, and picnic spots as part of a major local...
Mani's brother says Failsworth pub is 'perfect place' for mural of late rocker
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Appeal after man from Georgia dies in Oldham
Police need help finding family of man who died in Chadderton this week.
Work starts on mural tribute for Mani being painted on Oldham pub
A mural celebrating Mani's life and legacy is being painted on a Failsworth pub, raising funds for cancer charity Maggie's.
Missing 10-year-old boy Aaron found safe in Oldham
Missing 10-year-old Aaron from Werneth found safe after police search.
Missing Oldham man Luke last seen at Manchester Victoria station
Oldham man Luke, 35, missing after last seen at Manchester Victoria station boarding train to York, police appeal for public help.
Oldham weather forecast: Rain and cool temperatures this weekend
Saturday's showers may disrupt plans but Sunday brings brighter, drier weather for Oldham.
Oldham school extension to boost SEND places
North Chadderton School is doubling its SEND places from 12 to 25, giving more local children with autism access to specialist support within...
Oldham councillor candidate accused of driving while filming
Sonny Shah Arstan posted campaign video on TikTok and Facebook while running for St Mary's ward council seat. Video shows Shah speaking in moving...