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Scouthead and Austerlands village fete donates to four causes
August 8 village fete at Dawson's Field funded £200 gifts to Oldham Mountain Rescue Team and Our Community Wardrobe and two £50 gifts.
Five staff qualify or start training at Oldham specialist school
Five staff at Chances Mentoring in Chadderton qualified or started training this year to grow its own teaching team.
Saddleworth man Adrian Barrass appointed vice chair at Oldham College
Adrian Barrass from Saddleworth has been appointed vice-chair of Oldham College governors to help deliver best provision for students.
Oldham Open 2026 shows over 250 works at Gallery Oldham until Saturday November 14
The bigger 2026 Oldham Open shows over 250 free local artworks at Gallery Oldham until Saturday November 14.
First phase of Northern Roots opens next to Alexandra Park in Oldham
The first phase of Northern Roots has opened in Oldham, creating a 160-acre green space with farm, cafe and trails for health and nature.
Greenfield grandfather raises £14,600 for Little Cloud with Land's End to John O'Groats ride in memory of grandson Finley
Greenfield grandfather Mike Coulter completed almost 1,000-mile cycle from Land's End to John O'Groats raising £14,600 for Little Cloud in memory of grandson Finley.
Oldham agrees interim way forward after five failed votes to elect a leader
After five failed votes, Oldham agreed interim committee leadership on Wednesday, September 16 to keep services running and avoid government intervention.
Oldham Council approves interim Lead Member roles on 16 September
Oldham Council approved interim Lead Member roles on 16 September to strengthen oversight until a Council Leader and Cabinet are appointed.
Oldham to get two new Young Futures Hubs
Oldham was selected for two new Young Futures Hubs bringing joined up support for young people after £100,000 planning funding.
Oldham named among areas for new Young Futures Hub
England will get 42 new Young Futures Hubs, bringing mental health, employment and crime prevention support together so young people can access help locally.
New Young Futures Hub for Oldham among 42 opening across England
42 new Young Futures Hubs will open across England, including four in Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale and Salford to help young people.
Former Delph toilet block to be replaced with private garage and workshop
Oldham Council approved demolition of redundant Delph toilet block for private garage and study/workshop after 2017 refusal.
Hulme Grammar teacher Stephen Norbury wins national AI Innovation in Education Award
Oldham teacher Stephen Norbury won the AI Innovation in Education Award for bringing AI into Hulme Grammar classrooms and supporting staff and pupils.
Oldham College appoints Brian Cronin as Chair and Adrian Barrass as Vice Chair of Governors
Oldham College appoints Brian Cronin as Chair and Adrian Barrass as Vice Chair of Governors, replacing Jonathan Edwards and Sue Kershaw.
Oldham community groups can apply for Common Ground Award funding from 14 September 2026
Community groups in England can apply for a second round of Common Ground Award funding to bring people together and improve local spaces.
Oldham College photography student Lacey gains industry experience with Rio Ferdinand Foundation
Oldham College photography student Lacey gained hands-on Lyle & Scott and Cheeky Sport Media campaign experience in Salford via the Rio Ferdinand Foundation.
Walker airlifted from hills above Dove Stone after breaking ankle
A walker who broke an ankle above Dove Stone was airlifted on Saturday, September 12, prompting police to warn visitors to prepare for challenging conditions.
The Oldham Man and the Sea documentary about Greenfield Frank Rothwell released
Released documentary The Oldham Man and the Sea follows Frank Rothwell's 2020 and 2021 Atlantic row raising more than £1 million.
The Grapes in Lees to close from Monday, September 14 until late November or early December for roof work
Lees pub The Grapes will close from Monday, September 14 until late November or early December after roof problems became a safety concern.
Oldham Active and Oldham College create Workforce Academy for sports students
Oldham Active and Oldham College launched a Workforce Academy giving 12 sports students practical placements to build careers in leisure.
Chances Mentoring invests £100,000 in Chadderton school expansion
Oldham specialist school Chances Mentoring invested £100,000 in expanded facilities to improve provision for existing pupils.
Oldham residents invited to fire walk in Ashton-under-Lyne for mental health services
Pennine Care Charity invites Oldham people to walk barefoot across hot coals in Ashton-under-Lyne on Monday, November 2 to fund mental health services.
Julie Hesmondhalgh launches Pay It Forward campaign for free Macbeth tickets in Oldham
Julie Hesmondhalgh launched Pay It Forward in Oldham so £15 donations fund free Macbeth tickets for people who cannot afford theatre.
Greenfield residents invited to GGRA meeting on Thursday 10 September
Greenfield residents are invited to the GGRA monthly meeting at 7.30pm on Thursday 10 September at The Satellite Centre to discuss TransPennine Route Upgrade.