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2026-04-08
Oldham schools raise £10,000 for charity through acts of kindness
Oldham school pupils completed 13,000 acts of kindness and raised £10,889 for charity through community service.
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Page 2People left 'devastated' after fire rips through Oldham allotments
Storm winds fuelled a devastating fire at Chadderton allotments, destroying sheds and greenhouses just as growing season begins.
'Internationally important' Oldham church mural saved by community
A historic Fitton Hill church with a unique Hungarian mural is being saved by local trustees to become a community arts centre.
Oldham College set for improvements as £1.5m of funding confirmed by government
Oldham College gets £1.4m to fix and upgrade buildings, giving students better spaces to learn.
Legendary town centre chippy confirms new location
Levers Fish and Chips, the legendary chippy at the heart of Oldham town centre, has confirmed its new location. For the last 30 years, the chip shop...
Police appeal after three men injured in Oldham disturbance
Three men hospitalised after Copster Hill Road disturbance, police investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Specialist nurses at Royal Oldham Hospital strike amid overtime dispute
Oldham hospital nurses strike over unfair overtime pay that could worsen staff shortages and affect patient care.
Oldham postcode wins £1,000 in People's Postcode Lottery
Oak Street neighbours in Shaw won £1,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery daily draw.
Oldham warmer than Ibiza with 19C spring heat
Oldham enjoys 19C sunshine today, warmer than Ibiza, before rain returns Thursday.
'I don't even need the money': Lego thief stole £100s from B&M before attack on dad
Oldham man with long criminal history gets suspended sentence after Lego thefts and violent attack on father while on bail.
Thug sentenced for 'cowardly' attack on police officer in Failsworth
A police officer was severely injured breaking up a pub fight, but her attacker received only a suspended sentence despite the judge calling him a...
Photos show next stage of massive town centre regeneration
Oldham's town centre is undergoing major changes with construction work visible across key sites, but mixed reactions remain about whether...
M62 lane closures on Oldham bridge for repair works
M62 drivers face overnight lane closures and 50mph limits for a week as bridge repairs begin near Oldham.
Oldham's Queen Elizabeth Hall closes after 40 years of events
Oldham's Queen Elizabeth Hall, a 40-year community hub for concerts, elections, and pantos, is closing to make way for new housing and The Loom venue.
New Oldham market cafe The Green Room review - great pie and chips
Oldham's new market cafe offers generous portions of traditional food at fair prices, with the cheese and onion pie being a standout dish.
Oldham NHS nurse forced to spend £12k to return from India
Oldham NHS nurse faces £12k bill after being stranded abroad when Middle East conflict erupted, with colleagues fundraising to help.
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.
£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.