Oldham news from July 2026
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Saddleworth residents unaware of Greater Manchester mayoral election
Many Saddleworth residents were unaware of the July 30 Greater Manchester mayoral election, citing historical Yorkshire ties and local funding concerns.
Oldham Council highlights five reasons to visit local parks during #LoveParks Week from 24 July to 2 August
Oldham Council encourages residents to explore its 32 parks during #LoveParks Week, from 24 July to 2 August, highlighting community, fitness, and wellbeing benefits.
Oldham estate agents raise over £35,000 for charity in memory of colleague
Oldham estate agents raised £35,000 for cancer charities through a 196-mile relay in memory of colleague Sophie Knight.
Oldham council overpaid 76 councillors by a total of £107,111 due to staff errors
Oldham council staff errors led to £107,111 overpaid to 89 councillors in 2026, prompting repayment plans and new governance measures.
First Choice Homes Oldham and Wolseley partnership invests more than £200,000 back into Oldham homes and education
A profit share deal between First Choice Homes Oldham and Wolseley Managed Services reinvested over £200,000 into Oldham homes and social projects.
Central Park Tram Stop - Lift out of service
Central Park Tram Stop - Lift out of service.
Failsworth tram stop lift out of service until further notice
Failsworth Tram Stop - Lift out of service.
Happy Hazel Dutton retires after 30 years as Saddleworth Parish Council clerk
Hazel Dutton retired after 30 years as Saddleworth Parish Council clerk, celebrated at Uppermill's Civic Hall with colleagues honoring her service.
Saddleworth estate agents raise more than £35,000 in memory of colleague
Saddleworth estate agents raised over £35,000 through a 196-mile relay in memory of colleague Sophie Knight who died of cancer, exceeding their fundraising target.
Huddersfield Narrow Canal lock gates replaced at Slaithwaite and Stalybridge
Two new lock gates will be installed on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal in Saddleworth as part of the "15 locks for 15 years" programme.
Saddleworth Medical Practice staff tackle Three Peaks to help grandchildren with Usher Syndrome
Saddleworth Three Peaks challenge to help youngsters' bucket list dreams come true.
Oldham Hockey Club invites families to free summer open day on Saturday, August 8
Oldham Hockey Club invites families to free summer open day.
Needle felting workshop for Palestine scholarship fund to be held in Uppermill
A watermelon needle felting workshop on Saturday, September 5 at Uppermill Methodist Church Hall will raise funds for Palestinian women's education.
Five great reasons to visit an Oldham park for Love Parks Week
Oldham Council encourages residents to visit parks during #LoveParks Week, from 24 July to 2 August, to boost wellbeing and community.
Book your duck for Saddleworth Round Table and Rotary Club charity race on August 2
Round Table and Rotary Club's charity duck race at Huddersfield Narrow Canal raises funds with cash prizes for winners.
Firefighters continue to tackle moorland wildfires at Dovestone and Swineshaw
Firefighters continue to tackle major moorland fires at Dovestone and Swineshaw, Greater Manchester, urging the public to stay away.
Former Oldham Athletic director Simon Brooke raises £25k for mental health in 24-hour padel challenge
Former Oldham Athletic director's 24-hour padel marathon raised £25,000 for mental health in Oldham area.
Man on roof in Middleton town centre prompts major emergency response
Man wanted by police on Middleton roof prompts stand off, drawing emergency services and disrupting town centre.
Old Trafford parking crackdown: full list of eight roads with new restrictions
Old Trafford parking crackdown on eight roads targets obstruction and congestion for residents and businesses.
Man stabbed in Prestwich, two arrested as police cordon in place
Man stabbed in Prestwich; two arrested for affray; police cordon remains in place.
Eccles man charged after guns and ammunition found in house search
David White, 57, has been charged after guns and ammunition were found during a search of a house in Salford.
Man, 58, seriously injured after being hit by car while acting as banksman in Wigan
Man, 58, seriously injured in Wigan while guiding HGV reversing; police appeal for witnesses.
Have your say on huge plans for Old Trafford regeneration including new Man Utd stadium
Trafford council has launched a consultation on Old Trafford regeneration plans centred on a new Manchester United stadium to benefit locals.
Trafford council prepares to ask Andy Burnham for financial help over budget crisis
Trafford council asks Andy Burnham for financial help after two years of tax rises fail to prevent the threat of bankruptcy.