Oldham news from July 2026
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Callum Kerr: Dad, 35, died after being restrained on Manchester Airport flight, inquest hears
A dad died after being restrained on a flight, raising safety concerns for the Oldham area.
Smoke from moorland fires reaches Oldham as residents report strong smell
Moorland wildfires near Oldham billow smoke for four days, worsening local air quality.
Dovestone Wildfire: Advice for Oldham Residents and Visitors
Ongoing moorland wildfire at Dovestone, Oldham, requires residents to stay indoors and avoid the area.
GMP dawn raids on six homes uncover £50k drugs stash in washing machine
Police raided six homes in the Oldham area, seizing £50k drugs from a washing machine in a drug-dealing crackdown.
Over 30,000 new homes planned for Trafford – see where they'll be built
Over 30,000 homes proposed for Trafford, mainly in Old Trafford, with public consultation planned.
Oldham police increase patrols after man asks for mosque locations
Man asked for mosque locations in Oldham, prompting increased police patrols and vigilance warnings for locals.
Fireworks suspected as fire rages at Dovestone reservoir, suspect in custody
Fireworks sparked moorland fire near Dovestone reservoir, Oldham, angering locals as blaze rages on.
Police appeal for witnesses after Harpurhey disturbance and shooting
Police investigate disturbance and shooting on Harpurhey estate, appealing for witnesses to keep locals safe.
Trafford Council leader: Wharfside regeneration is a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'
Trafford Council unveiled a Wharfside regeneration plan centred on a new stadium to create jobs and homes for locals.
Oldham Innovation Grant offers up to £10,000 for business expansion and job creation
New grants of up to £10,000 are available to help businesses in Oldham grow and create jobs.
Five retiring headteachers honoured by Oldham Mayor for decades of service
The Mayor of Oldham honoured five retiring headteachers at a civic reception for their decades of dedication to children.
His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Greater Manchester visits Oldham's Parent-Infant Mental Health Service
His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Greater Manchester visited Oldham's Parent-Infant Mental Health Service on Wednesday 24 June, signing the Infant Pledge.
Oldham Active offers 12 months free swimming to boost school children's water safety and health
After recent drownings, Oldham Active offers 12 months free swimming to boost children's water safety and health.
Free test drives at Dr Kershaw's Hospice on July 4 and 5 raise £30 each for patient care
Dr Kershaw's Hospice hosts Drive 4 UR Community on July 4 and 5 with Ford UK donating £30 per test drive for patient care.
£3.7 million scheme to improve energy efficiency and comfort of 302 FCHO homes in Holts is now underway
£3.7 million scheme boosts energy efficiency and comfort for 302 Holts homes, aiming for EPC C by 2030.