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2026-04-10
Man arrested after 120mph police chase on M60 in Oldham
Police arrested a wanted man after a high-speed chase on the M60 that endangered other drivers in wet conditions.
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Page 1The Met Office weather forecast for Oldham this weekend
Pack layers and an umbrella - Oldham's weekend will be cool with sunshine and showers in equal measure.
Resident doctor Industrial Action update: NHS Greater Manchester urges the public to only visit A&E for emergencies this weekend to help ease hospital pressures
Only use A&E for emergencies this weekend as junior doctors strike continues, or risk overwhelming hospitals.
Full list of Oldham Council local election candidates
Oldham residents will take to the polls next month, with seats up for grabs across the borough. Elections will be taking place in all 20 wards in...
Oldham housing group shortlisted for three prestigious awards
Oldham's housing association has been shortlisted for three prestigious regional awards recognising its work improving homes and communities across...
Why a Lees restaurant has revived its historic pub roots
A beloved Lees pub name has returned after 40 years, bringing back memories and affordable pints to Elliott Street.
Shocking video shows fire engine struggling through Dovestone parking
A woman who has lived near Dovestone Reservoir for almost 20 years has shared a shocking video of how parking and traffic in the area delayed a fire...
'Far more than scenery' - More than 450 object to plans for homes on green belt
Hundreds of Failsworth residents are fighting to protect green belt land from housing development, arguing it's vital for wildlife, wellbeing and...
Final closure date revealed for Oldham's Queen Elizabeth Hall
Oldham's Queen Elizabeth Hall, a cultural landmark for nearly 50 years, closes permanently on May 10 before demolition for new housing development.
Three men arrested in Royton after tools, balaclavas and false plates found
Police stopped suspected thieves in Royton early Thursday, seizing equipment used for break-ins and making three arrests.
Man with links to several parts of Oldham wanted by police as appeal launched
Police need public help finding Mark Batey, 35, wanted back in prison and known to areas across Oldham.
Three fires on moors near Dovestone and Blackstone Edge
Three moorland fires broke out across Saddleworth yesterday, with crews working through the night to prevent the blazes from spreading.
Latest planning applications from across Oldham
Oldham residents are making various home improvements and businesses are adapting, with the council processing a mix of new applications and...
Oldham local elections 2026: What you need to know
Register by April 20 to have your say in who runs Oldham for the next four years.
Saddleworth pub The Three Crowns reopens with new menu
The Three Crowns pub in Saddleworth reopened on April 3, 2026 under new manager Jodie Bennett. Previous landlords left in January after pub was...
Warning as major motorway to close overnight for more than a month
M62 drivers face 41 nights of overnight closures this summer for essential bridge safety work.
Death of Matt Smith's son a 'tragic reminder' of need to protect nurse title
A coroner has called for urgent action to protect the title 'nurse' after a baby's death exposed how unqualified people can use the title to mislead...
Tributes paid to 'kind and generous' Oldham businessman
Peter Buckley built national business success but his legacy in Oldham is the CT scanner he funded and the young lives he changed through generosity.
'Key phase' of SportsTown, including netball courts, set to be decided on
Councillors will decide next week on netball courts and other facilities that could transform Boundary Park into a major sports hub.
'I need tissues, he's bleeding out': violent altercation rocks Oldham street
A daylight brawl involving weapons near Copster Park left three men injured and shocked Hathershaw residents.