Oldham news from May 2026
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Sholver volunteer Debbie Thornton named FCHO's April Hidden Hero
Debbie Thornton named April Hidden Hero for volunteering at Sholver Community Centre and litter picks, boosting community spirit in Oldham.
Oldham voters to have more choice than ever as candidate numbers surge for 2026 local elections
In Oldham, Reform UK and Green Party now contest every ward, potentially giving residents more voting power.
Oldham chef Holly Jackson lands dream job with Gordon Ramsay
Holly Jackson from New Moston lands senior pastry chef job with Gordon Ramsay, inspiring the Oldham community.
Long-awaited Manchester Street Viaduct repairs to cause delays from May
Oldham motorists face delays as crucial maintenance on Manchester Street Viaduct finally starts in May.
Canalside Craft and Chat group meets Tuesdays at Saddleworth Museum – all needlecrafters welcome
Canalside Craft and Chat group in Oldham fosters community by welcoming needlecrafters to weekly Tuesday sessions at Saddleworth Museum.
Oldham engineering training centre closes, site to become storage and retail
Oldham engineering college closed due to falling enrolments, becoming retail and storage, impacting local apprenticeships.
Housing association funds free weekly football sessions for Derker children
First Choice Homes Oldham funds weekly football sessions for Derker children to deter anti-social behaviour after police crackdown.
Oldham's ORLFC Foundation officially launches as charity to tackle social challenges
ORLFC Foundation launches with charitable status, using sport for education, health, and inclusion in Oldham.
Oldham's pre-election politics labelled a 'circus' and 'car crash' as online attacks intensify
Oldham's pre-election campaigns have descended into bizarre personal attacks and social media feuds, alarming locals about toxic politics.
Oldham funeral home launches men's clothing donation drive for Dr Kershaw's Hospice
An Oldham funeral home collects men’s clothing to raise funds for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice.
Three men jailed for £1m cannabis factory in Oldham
Three men jailed for total of 8.5 years for producing 889 cannabis plants at an Oldham factory, curbing local crime.
Chadderton specialist school earns 'Strong Standard' for inclusion in first Ofsted inspection
Oldham specialist school for complex needs earns top Ofsted inclusion rating, reassuring local families.
TV gardener David Domoney raises £750 for Christie cancer research at Failsworth event
TV gardener David Domoney's Failsworth community talk raised £750 for The Christie cancer research, benefiting locals.
Three jailed after £1m cannabis farm found in Oldham industrial unit
Three men jailed for eight and a half years after police uncovered a large cannabis farm in Oldham, protecting the community.
Oldham dad's death prompts safeguarding review after hospital discharge failings
Oldham man's death from infected wounds after HMO fall prompts safeguarding review of missed care opportunities.
Dr Kershaw’s Hospice Ascot Ladies’ Day returns to Lydgate
Ascot Ladies’ Day returns to Lydgate, Oldham, raising funds for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice patient care.
How a lost wallet in Hathershaw led to 25-year career at Oldham's HPP
A lost wallet in Oldham led Phil Hatton to a 25-year career at HPP, showing how honesty creates local opportunities.
Dancing Threads: Mossley project seeks dance stories from Oldham and Tameside
Oldham and Tameside dance heritage project seeks local stories to preserve traditions and community memories.
Oldham community clubs urged to join lifesaving Race to the Base
Oldham community clubs invited to Race to the Base fundraiser for North West Air Ambulance amid record demand.
Granddaughter Pippa Johnson backs Dr Kershaw's Hospice rose campaign in memory of grandad
Pippa Johnson supports Dr Kershaw’s Hospice rose campaign in Oldham, funding local palliative care.
Oldham Mayor Eddie Moores opens new wellbeing garden at Mahdlo Youth Zone
Mayor opens wellbeing garden at Mahdlo Youth Zone in Oldham to help young people connect with nature and boost wellbeing.
Rochdale school closes to most pupils for three days as strike action continues
Rochdale school closes three days due to strikes, disrupting education for most local pupils.
Oldham Council's polling stations feature accessible McGonagle Reader for voters with sight loss
Oldham Council adds McGonagle Reader to polling stations, helping voters with sight loss vote independently and secretly.
TV gardener David Domoney helps raise funds for cancer research at Failsworth event
Community garden event with TV star David Domoney in Failsworth raised funds for cancer research in Oldham area.