Oldham news from October 2026
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Hulme Grammar School principal urges immediate action on AI in education
Hulme Grammar School in Oldham is embedding AI literacy from September 2026 through industry partnerships, rejecting delays for a national framework.
Saddleworth councillor writes to Prime Minister over planning rule changes
Saddleworth councillor Max Woodvine wrote to the Prime Minister opposing a National Scheme of Delegation, saying it removes local say over planning.
Dobcross defibrillator power supply to be reconnected after phone box replaced
A Dobcross defibrillator will be reconnected after Saddleworth Parish Council's appeal, following its phone box housing's destruction by a car in October 2025.
Crompton House in Shaw marks centenary with service at Liverpool Cathedral
Crompton House Church of England Academy in Shaw marked its centenary with a service of celebration and thanksgiving at Liverpool Cathedral on Friday, October 2.
Oldham names Town of Culture ambassadors
Oldham's Town of Culture ambassadors chosen to champion its year as Greater Manchester's Town of Culture, promoting events and local stories.
Saddleworth's Sir Kevin Sinfield completes 7 in 7: The Grand Finale and announces New Zealand and Australia marathons
Sir Kevin Sinfield finished his 7 in 7 challenge at Old Trafford, raising £1.8 million for motor neurone disease charities.
Dozens of Saddleworth landmarks nominated for Oldham local heritage list
Dozens of Saddleworth landmarks, from pubs to a working gas lamp, are nominated for Oldham's new local heritage list, with public consultation deciding protection.
Oldham College event to outline apprenticeship funding and incentives for employers
Employers can access up to £8,000 and fully funded training to recruit young apprentices, Oldham College says before its Thursday 12th November event.
Five Oldham College learners reach WorldSkills UK 2026 national finals
Oldham College has five finalists in the WorldSkills UK 2026 national finals in South Wales on 18th-19th November, showcasing technical skills.
£2m of drugs and three cannabis farms found after 38-year-old man arrested in Middleton stop and search
Police found three cannabis farms in Chadderton, Middleton and Oldham and £2 million of suspected cocaine after arresting a 38-year-old man in Middleton.
Northern Care Alliance, which runs Royal Oldham Hospital, gets negative CQC report with 12 breaches at Salford Royal surgery
Northern Care Alliance NHS Trust's Salford Royal surgical services were rated 'requires improvement' after CQC found 12 legal breaches, continuing the trust's troubles.
New independent bike workshop Ride & Roam opens at Valley Mills in Delph
Ride & Roam, an independent bike workshop offering servicing and repairs, opened at Valley Mills in Delph on Saturday, October 3.
Mark Hughes to open Uppermill Rabbit Hole and CharCuteCafe on High Street
Entrepreneur Mark Hughes will open Uppermill Rabbit Hole and CharCuteCafe, serving charcuterie and small plates, on Uppermill High Street.
Oldham and Whitworth men complete 412-mile run in nine days for children fighting cancer
Two men ran 412 miles in nine days across Britain, raising money for The Azaylia Foundation and children fighting cancer.
New Oldham market welcomes more than 50,000 visitors in first six months
Oldham's new market at The Spindles welcomed more than 50,000 visitors in six months, boosting trader sales and footfall.
PC Richard Beswick and dog Ace win BBC Radio Manchester animal category award
PC Richard Beswick and his search dog Ace won a BBC Radio Manchester Make a Difference award for rescuing a lost cyclist on Saddleworth Moor.
Chairman's Charity coach trip to York Designer Outlet on Thursday 12th November
A £20.00 coach trip from Uppermill to York Designer Outlet and York on Thursday 12th November supports the Chairman's Charity with early Christmas shopping.
New Saddleworth sergeant addresses parish council on speeding and Dove Stone reservoir
Sergeant Andy Holian told Saddleworth Parish Council reported crime fell around a third and outlined speed watch and Dove Stone reservoir priorities.
Vernon Building Society to open in Uppermill in November
Vernon Building Society will open on Uppermill High Street in November, restoring face-to-face financial services to Saddleworth after nearly a decade.
Dobcross damaged red phone box replaced with brand new one
Dobcross's damaged red phone box has been replaced, restoring the landmark and enabling the community defibrillator to return once power is reconnected.
Alt and Holts residents invited to help shape £20 million Pride in Place investment
Residents of Alt and Holts are invited to help shape a £20 million, 10-year Pride in Place investment plan for their community.
Saddleworth residents line streets for Sir Kevin Sinfield's 7 in 7 run
Saddleworth turns out for Sir Kevin Sinfield.
Young people from Chadderton launch Our Pride, Our Place film to spark conversation about town's future
Young people in Chadderton made a film, Our Pride, Our Place, to spark talk on the town's £20 million Pride in Place future.
Four arrested after Oak Street disturbance in Shaw, Oldham
Four people arrested after an Oak Street, Oldham disturbance where screaming was heard; police enquiries remain ongoing.