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Jonathan Haggerty is calling for a change in UK law after the death of his sister, launching a national petition to make it a criminal offence to abandon someone in immediate danger without seeking help.

Vulnerable children in Tameside have been failed by authorities for years, but now the ‘foundations for improvement’ are finally in place.

A Mossley writer is celebrating the paperback release of his debut novel after it won widespread praise from readers across the globe.

An award-winning family pantomime packed with magic, music and important messages is heading to Hyde Little Theatre this March as part of World Book Week celebrations.

Two hours of free parking across Tameside is continuing to prove a major success, with council-run car parks seeing more than double the number of visits since the initiative was launched last summer.

Flowery Fields Primary School came together in a moving tribute to Lila Marsland on Wednesday, January 14, the day she would have celebrated her eighth birthday.

The latest version of a scheme to build more than 2,000 homes in Hyde’s countryside has been rejected.

Winning local photographers are to help make Tameside Hospital more dementia-friendly.

It’s been nearly a year since Helen Thornhill stepped into her role at Gamesley Community Centre, and in that time, the venue has been transformed into a bustling hub of activity and support for residents of all ages. From advice services and debt support to social cafés, youth clubs, gaming workshops, and even boxing sessions, the centre has become a focalpoint of the community.

Derbyshire County Council has recognised an increase in the number of children being supported by commissioned specialist treatment services for drug misuse after a BBC investigation.

Whitfield St James’ CE (VC) Nursery and Primary School is proud to announce that it has been officially accredited as a White Rose Maths Champion School.

Concerns have been raised over dangerous flooding caused by blocked road gullies in Glossop which have been reported numerous times.

St Charles’ Catholic Voluntary Academy in Hadfield was forced to remain closed to pupils following severe flooding discovered after the Christmas holidays. 

The Dark Peak Photo Festival will return to Glossop from 20-23 February 2026, bringing contemporary photography to venues, shop windows and public spaces across the town. 

Fans of Glossop North End will have the chance to take on their heroes this weekend in a club vs fans darts tournament at Surrey Street. 

Winning local photographers are to help make Tameside Hospital more dementia-friendly.

It was a year ago today (16 January) that a man was left with serious injuries following a targeted shooting in the Derker area. 

Twenty five grants totalling £266,000 have been awarded to local businesses by Oldham Council to improve shop fronts in the town.

In Soccernomics, the book about stats in football, Simon Kuper and Stefan Szymanski argue that managers aren’t a significant determining factor in the performance of football teams. They argue that player wages give us a better indication of whether or not a team will be successful.

Getting the new year off to a good start is a common aim for most, whether it’s a health-based resolution or pushing yourself out of your comfort zone.

Oldham Mountain Rescue Team was called to assist North West Ambulance Service after a gentleman injured his ankle while bravely coming to the aid of a swan at Alkrington Woods on Monday.

Several police stations across Greater Manchester have been operating at reduced hours for more than a year, an FOI has revealed.

Tributes are flooding in following the sudden death of ‘deeply respected and passionate’ community hero Dale Harris.

A fundraiser set up in memory of Dale Harris, the former head of commercial at Oldham Athletic, has raised more than £10,000 to support his family following his untimely death on Monday in Royal Oldham Hospital.