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2026-02-19
Oldham working men's club raises prices to survive rising costs
Shaw's working men's club faces closure without community support as rising costs force price increases on a beloved local institution.
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Page 27Mossley SOUP raises record £2,187 for school wellbeing room
Mossley residents raised £2,187 to fund a student wellbeing room, proving community micro-funding works.
Oldham roads closed for 10 weeks for drainage works
London Road and Sydenham Street closed for 10 weeks from Feb 16 for drainage works, forcing major diversions through Oldham.
Oldham drivers and pedestrians in danger from blocked storm drains
Blocked drains in Shaw and Crompton are forcing drivers to swerve and pedestrians to wade through water, with residents saying the council isn't...
Oldham Illuminate Festival 2026: Light art, music, and performances
Oldham's Illuminate Light Night returns on 21 February with free light art, performances and installations across the town centre.
Oldham Local Plan 2039: Have Your Say on Town's Future
Oldham residents have until March 20th to influence where new homes, jobs and services go in the borough over the next 15 years.
Oldham Adult Social Care rated 'Good' by CQC
Oldham's adult social care services rated 'Good' by CQC, praised for compassionate support of vulnerable residents.
Rigg Tech Ltd Planning Notice Oldham 2026
Residents near Rigg Tech's proposed operating centre have until February 16 to formally object to the development by submitting written concerns to...
Vincent Curley Obituary Oldham 2026
Long-time Oldham area resident Vincent Curley, 92, remembered as devoted family man with deep community roots.
Oldham councillor's car torched in targeted arson attack
Political violence in Oldham is deterring decent candidates from standing for election, leaving residents with fewer quality choices at the ballot...
TikTok shoe warmer causes £200k fire in Oldham home
A £13 TikTok shoe warmer caused £200k fire in Oldham home, leaving family homeless for 12 months and warning others about buying electrical goods...
Greater Manchester Weather: Rain and Wind Warnings This Weekend
Wet and windy conditions will make travel difficult this weekend, with Sunday bringing the coldest temperatures and heaviest rain for northern...
Oldham Hospital A&E Overhaul: Breast Unit to Move to Manchester
Breast cancer patients may need to travel to Manchester as Oldham Hospital reorganises to tackle A&E overcrowding.
Oldham Council £8m cuts: waste, youth, care services affected
Oldham Council faces £20m budget gap despite government funding changes. £8m cuts needed to balance 2026/27 budget, including 13 managerial posts...
Oldham urged to rediscover libraries in 2026 National Year of Reading
Oldham's libraries offer free books, digital services, and community events for all ages in 2026's National Year of Reading.
Chadderton Town Hall Wedding Fair 2026 - Oldham
Historic Chadderton Town Hall hosts first wedding fair with free entry, hospice charity sales, and chance to win free ceremony.
Oldham Council awards £266,000 to boost town centre businesses
Oldham Council is investing £266,000 to improve shop fronts across the town centre, aiming to boost local business confidence and create a more...
Oldham Council launches Stepping Forward fostering campaign
Oldham Council launches pioneering scheme to move vulnerable children from residential care into loving family homes with specialist support.
Police on beat keeping Oldham shoppers safe this Christmas
More police on Oldham streets this Christmas mean safer shopping for everyone during the busy festive period.
Oldham schools celebrate Christmas literacy event
Royton families are boosting children's literacy through festive events that bring schools and parents together.