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2026-03-18
37,000 illegal vapes seized in Oldham crackdown
Over 37,000 illegal vapes seized in Oldham as council cracks down on banned products to protect children and reduce waste.
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Page 1Royal Oldham Hospital warns of meningitis symptoms amid Kent outbreak
Oldham hospital bosses warn about meningitis symptoms after Kent outbreak kills two, though no local cases reported yet.
Police search for David Hanley wanted on prison recall
Police need public help finding David Hanley, 38, who's wanted back in prison and has Oldham connections.
Meningitis alert: Oldham parents urged to check child vaccines
Check your child's vaccination records now - meningitis can kill quickly and early protection is vital.
Everything we know after man dies in three car crash in Oldham
A fatal crash on Broadway has closed a key Chadderton route and left multiple people injured.
Oldham three-car crash on Broadway leaves man dead
Fatal three-car crash on Broadway killed one man, closed major road for hours, and disrupted traffic and Champions League transport plans.
Road closures in Oldham next two weeks - A663, M60 affected
Major road closures on A663 and M60 will cause significant delays for two weeks - plan alternative routes now.
Oldham Parish Church to host special choral performance
Oldham Choral Society brings spring music to Parish Church with affordable tickets for all ages.
Oldham man disqualified after exploiting Covid Bounce Back Loan system
Oldham businessman banned for 10 years after inflating figures to steal £29k in Covid emergency loans.
Saddleworth Whit Friday 2026: Brass Band Contests Return to Oldham
Saddleworth's Whit Friday brass band contests return May 29 with 11 villages hosting free events, road closures, and thousands of spectators.
Royal Oldham doctor highlights endometriosis awareness month
Royal Oldham Hospital's top gynaecologist highlights that endometriosis takes 9-11 years to diagnose, calling for greater awareness of this...
Oldham's worst yellow box junctions named by readers
Drivers face summer fines for blocking yellow boxes as Oldham Council targets worst congestion hotspots identified by residents.
Oldham's new indoor market opening day details revealed
Oldham's new indoor market opens March 28 with entertainment, free family activities, and 70 traders in a modern two-level space.
Tributes paid to popular Oldham musician and father following sudden death
Oldham musician Paddy O'Hare's sudden death at 48 has shocked the local music community, with tributes pouring in for the beloved father and...
All the traders due to move into Oldham's new market
Oldham's new market opens March 28, bringing 45 traders to a modern Yorkshire Street location as part of a £450m town centre regeneration.
Three car crash closes Broadway in Royton near Elk Mill Shopping Park
Three-car crash closes Royton's Broadway, causing traffic chaos and disrupting travel to Manchester City's Champions League match.
Oldham crash: Broadway closed, air ambulance called to Chadderton
Broadway in Chadderton closed after serious crash near Elk Mill, causing major traffic disruption and bus delays.
Oldham care boxes help children entering care
Oldham children entering care now receive personalised comfort boxes, ensuring they have their own belongings and support during difficult...
School children 'attacked' on Wash Lane Chadderton
Parent claims school children attacked on Wash Lane, but police have no record of report being filed.
Oldham dad-of-six Daniel Hill dies in M6 crane crash
Oldham dad-of-six Daniel Hill, 34, died in M6 crash, leaving his family heartbroken.