Oldham news from May 2026
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Fire closes A62 near Diggle as emergency services respond
Fire near Diggle closes A62 at Standedge, Oldham, causing major disruption and delays.
The Loom: New flexible event space opens in Oldham town centre
New flexible event space The Loom opens in Oldham, hosting community events and honoring the borough's cotton heritage.
Oldham Named Greater Manchester Town of Culture
Oldham named Greater Manchester's Town of Culture, boosting local pride and cultural opportunities for residents.
Police warn owners after thefts of Toyota and Nissan in Saddleworth, Lees and Delph
Police warn Saddleworth, Oldham, residents to secure Toyotas and Nissans after three thefts.
Oldham Mountain Rescue Team rescues three lost walkers from Birchen Clough
Oldham Mountain Rescue Team rescued three lost walkers from Birchen Clough after dark, urging locals to carry safety gear.
Saddleworth's former Friezland Station to be demolished for self-build home after approval
Oldham Council approves demolishing former Saddleworth station for self-build home, but legal agreement ensures genuine owner-occupancy.
Oldham Local Elections 2026: Record 127 Candidates Stand on May 7
Oldham local elections see record 127 candidates, potentially ending Labour's majority council control.
Dobcross Youth Band celebrates silver and bronze at national championships
Dobcross Youth Band earned silver and bronze at national championships, celebrating young talent from the Oldham area.
Andy Burnham announces fast track support for rough sleeping veterans across Greater Manchester
Andy Burnham unveils fast-track support for homeless veterans across Greater Manchester to ensure immediate help.
Sholver Volunteers Remove 40 Bags of Rubbish During Great British Spring Clean
Sholver, Oldham volunteers removed 40 bags of rubbish in the Great British Spring Clean, a notable community achievement.
Saddleworth Round Table donates £1,000 to future Art Trail transport plans
Saddleworth Round Table donated £1,000 for an Art Bus to aid mobility-impaired visitors to the Saddleworth Art Trail in Oldham.
Chief executive of trust behind Royal Oldham Hospital to step down
Owen Williams, CEO of the trust behind Royal Oldham Hospital, will step down in September after nearly four years.
Uppermill Park improvements confirmed despite councillor's concerns
Oldham Council confirms Uppermill Park improvements from Grandpa Greene’s lease are done, addressing councillor’s inaction concerns.
Saddleworth School appoints Sheldon Logue as new headteacher
Sheldon Logue appointed headteacher of Saddleworth School in Oldham, starting September 2026.
Saddleworth West and Lees: Who is standing in the 2026 local elections
Oldham's Saddleworth local elections decide council representatives, directly affecting community governance and services for residents.
Luke Lancaster elected to Oldham Council for Saddleworth North
Conservative Luke Lancaster won Saddleworth North's Oldham Council seat, defeating Lib Dem Garth Harkness, changing local representation.
Saddleworth South local election: Who you can vote for on May 7
Saddleworth South residents vote May 7 in Oldham Council elections, choosing their local representatives.
Uppermill doctor honoured with Mayor's Appreciation Award for carers' group
Saddleworth Carers founder Dr Eamonn O'Daly received Mayor's Appreciation award for supporting over 50 dementia carers in Oldham.
Bomb squad called to Arkwright Street after suspicious device found under car, area evacuated
Bomb squad called after suspicious device found under car in Oldham, forcing evacuations.
Police issue warning after discarded firework casings found at Dovestones beauty spot
Firework casings at Dovestones in Oldham warn of ongoing PSPO breaches that could spark devastating moorland fires.
Salvation Army showcases community support as Oldham Mayor visits Roundthorn centre
Oldham Mayor praised Salvation Army for supporting locals with food, jobs, and crisis aid amid rising costs.
Oldham dad Ben Devall shares baby loss story on BBC Morning Live for Comic Relief
Oldham dad Ben Devall shared baby loss story on BBC Morning Live to support fathers and raise local awareness.
11 arrested, drugs and £70k cash seized in Oldham police raids on organised crime gang
Police arrested 11 and seized drugs and £70k cash in Oldham area strikes against organized crime, improving local safety.
Wife pays tribute to Michael Margetson after fatal Broadway collision in Royton
Man dies in Broadway collision in Royton, Oldham; wife pays tribute calling him 'her rock'.