Oldham news archive, page 13
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Saddleworth celebrates white rose at Yorkshire Day ceremony in Uppermill
Saddleworth celebrated Yorkshire Day in Uppermill with white roses and bands, reaffirming its Yorkshire identity 52 years after being moved to Greater Manchester.
Barney the African Grey parrot stolen in Bradford reunited with owner after nine years by Diggle rescuers
Saddleworth wildlife rescuers reunited stolen African Grey parrot Barney with his owner after nine years using a microchip and Google search.
Macbeth to run at Liquid & Envy in Oldham for 19 performances from October 23
Macbeth, reimagined in a 1970s gangster world, opens October 23 at Oldham's Liquid & Envy nightclub with 19 performances, Nick Bagnall's Coliseum debut.
Oldham-based Foresight IT Services marks 20 years with cyber compliance expansion
Greater Manchester IT firm Foresight marked its 20th anniversary by expanding cyber compliance, appointing Taylor Hodgkinson as operations director to help clients meet security standards.
New community defibrillator installed at Lees church
New life-saving defibrillator installed at Lees church.
Uppermill High Street store Lucy Cobb to close after 20 years and move online-only
End of an era as Lucy Cobb prepares to leave Uppermill High Street after 20 years.
Four arrests as police close Oldham brothels on Balfour Street and Miriam Street
Four arrests made after two Oldham brothels shut down via court orders following resident complaints of suspicious activity.
Doctor struck off after botched surgery on cancer patient at Royal Oldham Hospital
Dr Yasser Adly Abdel Rahman was struck off after botched surgery at Royal Oldham Hospital left a cancer patient unable to go to the toilet.
Oldham Athletic sign midfielder Tom Hill after impressive pre-season
Oldham Athletic signed midfielder Tom Hill after he impressed in pre-season, including scoring in a 4-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday.
Kai Payne returns to Oldham Athletic on season-long loan from Wigan Athletic
Oldham Athletic signed midfielder Kai Payne on a season-long loan from Wigan Athletic, his third spell, after 34 appearances last season.
Chadderton man banned from three shops for three years after chocolate thefts
A man was banned from a Chadderton Tesco for three years after repeatedly stealing chocolate and sweets, costing businesses £3,994.
Police concerned for missing 75-year-old Christine last seen near Milnrow golf club
Police are increasingly concerned for missing Christine, 75, last seen near Tunshill Golf Club, Milnrow, on 04/08/26.
Artisan market at Saddleworth Marina celebrates first anniversary
Saddleworth Artisan Market celebrated its first anniversary at Saddleworth Marina in Greenfield, raising £2,123.93 for good causes.
Prolific shoplifter banned from three Chadderton shops for three years after stealing chocolate
Oldham Council secured a three-year ban for Chadderton shoplifter Athanial Lucas after 30 chocolate thefts caused £3,994 in losses.
Grandpa Greene's to close Diggle site - before being rebuilt
Grandpa Greene's Diggle site closes September 2 for complete rebuild into a major canalside hospitality destination.
High Sheriff visits free summer holiday session in Oldham where children met police
Children in Oldham met police during a free summer holiday session, building community trust through interactive activities and positive experiences.
Oldham Athletic sign Favour Fawunmi on season-long loan from Stoke City
Oldham Athletic signed Favour Fawunmi on a season-long loan from Stoke City to bolster their attack.
Fourteen young girls learn community space design skills through FCHO and Ridge LLP project
Fourteen girls in Oldham learned community space design skills through a partnership between First Choice Homes Oldham and Ridge LLP.
Police increase patrols in Chadderton over anti-social behaviour involving vehicle groups
Police are increasing patrols in Chadderton following complaints about anti-social behaviour from groups of vehicles playing loud music and leaving litter.
Major incident stood down as Dovestone and Swineshaw wildfire response enters recovery phase
Major incident stood down as Dovestone and Swineshaw wildfire response enters recovery phase.
New defibrillator installed for Lees community at Hey St John Church
New defibrillator installed for Lees community at Hey St John Church.
Oldham Council leader demands Co-op stop selling disposable BBQs in Saddleworth stores
High Peak MP Jon Pearce urges UK retailers to suspend disposable BBQ sales after wildfires, with Co-op and Sainsbury's agreeing to remove them.
Police concerned as barriers moved and people visit closed Dovestone Reservoir for photos and cannabis
Police were concerned after signs were moved and people trespassed at closed Dovestone Reservoir, smoking cannabis, despite the wildfire closure.
Oldham Police thank residents for staying away from Dove Stone during reservoir closure
Police thank residents for staying away from Dove Stone to allow emergency operations, while patrolling removed visitors.