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2026-03-01
Northmoor Library in Oldham shortlisted for Library of the Year 2026
Northmoor Library's national recognition highlights how investment in community spaces is paying off for Coldhurst residents.
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Page 1Oldham resident complains about 'intrusive' broadband poles
Residents feel blindsided by tall broadband poles installed without proper consultation, highlighting gaps in planning regulations.
New Popeyes fried chicken restaurant opens in Oldham
Oldham gets its first Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen at Elk Mill Shopping Park, offering extended hours and a new dining option with signature fried...
Four-bedroom detached home in Oldham for £425,000
Modern four-bedroom family home on Counthill Road offers £425,000 asking price with contemporary design and practical features.
Yoga and creative writing course starts in Saddleworth March 2026
Saddleworth residents can now combine yoga and creative writing in a new £58 four-week course starting March 21.
BRIT Award-winning artist Finlay Quaye to play Whittles in Oldham
BRIT Award winner Finlay Quaye brings nineties nostalgia to Oldham this August for just £14.99.
Oldham residents oppose estate becoming 'through road' for new homes
Royton residents fear their quiet estate will become a traffic rat-run if plans go ahead for new housing development.
Oldham Egyptian Room food hall nominated for RIBA award
Oldham's restored Old Town Hall food hall has been nominated for a major architecture award, recognising the town's successful heritage regeneration.
Fried chicken fans queue from 2am as Popeyes opens in Oldham
Oldham's chicken fans queued from 2am for Popeyes' opening, with the first four winning free sandwiches for a year at the new Elk Mill restaurant.
Oldham celebrates World Breastfeeding in Public Day with families
Oldham's breastfeeding support network is growing stronger, with record numbers of nursing parents and new community events celebrating public...
Four-bedroom Oldham family home with countryside views for £425,000
Executive detached home in Shaw's Clough area offers countryside views and modern amenities for £425,000.
Oldham weekend weather forecast 2026
Saturday offers brief respite before Sunday's stormy conditions hit Oldham with strong winds and heavy rain.
Oldham primary school extension approved for SEND places
Woodlands Primary School gets approval for SEND extension to meet growing demand for specialist places.
Oldham man jailed for stalking female police officer
Royton man jailed for stalking police officer, causing severe mental health impacts and forcing her to change daily routines.
Oldham welcomes end of 'discriminatory' bus pass restrictions
Free bus travel before 9.30am returns for older and disabled residents from March 1, with fares frozen for another year.
Oldham duo Two Connors announce Boundary Park gig
Oldham's chart-topping Two Connors bring their first live performance of 'Familiar Faces' to Boundary Park on May 9, with tickets at £10.
Major housing plan for 1,700 homes in Oldham
1,700 new homes planned for Beal Valley and Broadbent Moss despite green space concerns and infrastructure worries.
Oldham man jailed for rape and assault
Oldham rapist jailed for 9.5 years after attacking woman in her bed and assaulting another man, leaving lasting trauma.
Oldham's first Popeyes opens tomorrow with free chicken sandwiches
Popeyes opens in Oldham tomorrow with free chicken sandwiches for a year for the first four customers at the former Pizza Hut site.
Oldham dance school prepares for Disneyland Paris trip
Oldham dance school's 13 young performers are heading to Disneyland Paris to dance in front of thousands, marking a magical milestone for the local...