The very latest news
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Major emergency as fire sweeps across 400M of Tintwistle moorlandA section of the A628 Woodhead Road has now been closed as firefighters continue to tackle a significant wildfire on Tintwistle moorland.
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Community leader selected for top environmental awardA local community leader has been named a finalist in the BBC Radio Manchester’s Make a Difference Awards . . . becoming what is believed to be the first Bangladeshi finalist in the Environment Award category.
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Buckton Vale Primary staff member awarded British Empire Medal in King's Birthday HonoursA dedicated kinship carer from Tameside who opened her home to her nieces has been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours with a British Empire Medal (BEM).
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Oldham specialist school gifts laptops to departing Year 11 leaversA specialist school in Oldham has presented its departing Year 11 cohort with a laptop computer to support their applications for college places and employment.
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FCHO celebrates 10th anniversary of helping nearly 2,000 of its customers into employmentFirst Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its employment service that has helped nearly 2,000 of its customers into work since 2016.
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Ofsted recognises further progress and positivity in Tameside’s Children’s ServicesTamside Council welcomes Ofsted’s latest monitoring visit letter, which highlights clear and sustained progress in strengthening leadership, stabilising the workforce, and improving the quality of support for children and young people
Tameside Reporter
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Review: Something Brilliant! A Rottenly Good Night at the PalaceSomething Rotten is the newest resident in Manchester’s Opera House, and being a debut show – it’s one not to be missed!
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Buckton Vale Primary staff member awarded British Empire Medal in King's Birthday HonoursA dedicated kinship carer from Tameside who opened her home to her nieces has been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours with a British Empire Medal (BEM).
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Ofsted recognises further progress and positivity in Tameside’s Children’s ServicesTamside Council welcomes Ofsted’s latest monitoring visit letter, which highlights clear and sustained progress in strengthening leadership, stabilising the workforce, and improving the quality of support for children and young people
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New live well community navigation service to connect local peopleNew Community Navigators are to connect residents in Tameside with tailored support in their local communities.
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Party in the Park celebrates support from Tameside’s Shared LivesPeople supported by Shared Lives, their carers and those who run the service gathered for their annual party in Stamford Park on 19 June.
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90 year-old Scout group launches bid for former nursery site in DentonA Scout Group that has been part of Denton for more than 90 years has launched a campaign after learning that Tameside Council plans to dispose of a vacant former community site which volunteers believe could provide a permanent home for local young people.
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Controversial housing scheme approvedControversial plans to build more than 400 homes in a Tameside village have been approved despite massive backlash.
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Olympic star brings new pool to DroylsdenDroylsden is now home to a state-of-the-art children’s only swimming facility, thanks to the work of four-time Olympic medallist Rebecca Adlington.
Glossop Chronicle
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Major emergency as fire sweeps across 400M of Tintwistle moorlandA section of the A628 Woodhead Road has now been closed as firefighters continue to tackle a significant wildfire on Tintwistle moorland.
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Vigil held in Glossop to mark Refugee WeekMembers of High Peak Against Racism gathered in Norfolk Square in Glossop on Wednesday 17th June, for a vigil in support of refugees and asylum seekers.
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St John Ambulance have issued first aid advice to help people stay safe in the sunWith the prospect of hotter than average weather in parts of England, first aid and health response charity St John Ambulance explains how you can stay safe in the sunshine.
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North West rail travel warning as extreme heat arrivesRail passengers in the North West have been warned to expect reduced services over the coming days during extremely hot weather conditions.
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Mummy's Star founder receives honorary MBEGlossop charity founder Pete Wallroth has officially received an honorary MBE at a special ceremony in Derbyshire.
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High Peak MP pays tribute to Keir Starmer following resignationFollowing the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister this morning, High Peak MP Jon Pearce has paid tribute to the Labour leader's time in office and thanked him for his service to the country.
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A missed walk is better than burnt pawsDogs Trust Manchester warns about scorching pavements and calls for owners to avoid walks during hot weather
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Fatal crash on Snake Pass during weekend reopeningThe A57 Snake Pass briefly reopened to traffic over the weekend as planned roadworks progressed ahead of schedule. However, the route became the scene of a fatal motorcycle collision.
Oldham Reporter
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Oldham RUFC's Charity Fun Day returnsResidents across Oldham are being invited to enjoy a day of family fun while supporting a vital local cause at the upcoming Charity Fun Day at Oldham Rugby Union Club.
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Community leader selected for top environmental awardA local community leader has been named a finalist in the BBC Radio Manchester’s Make a Difference Awards . . . becoming what is believed to be the first Bangladeshi finalist in the Environment Award category.
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Oldham specialist school gifts laptops to departing Year 11 leaversA specialist school in Oldham has presented its departing Year 11 cohort with a laptop computer to support their applications for college places and employment.
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FCHO celebrates 10th anniversary of helping nearly 2,000 of its customers into employmentFirst Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its employment service that has helped nearly 2,000 of its customers into work since 2016.
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"Every day truly counts" - local school receives National School Attendance awardWaterhead Academy is celebrating a national recognition for student attendance with the award, presented by Fischer Family Trust (FFT), a charity dedicated to improving educational outcomes through data and analysis.
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Brand new family event set to bring families closer to natureFamilies across Oldham are invited to step into a world of wonder as Our Beautiful Oldham opens its doors at Gallery Oldham this Saturday (June 27).
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People in Oldham reassured council services are running as normalPeople living in Oldham will still have their bins collected and services will run normally despite an ongoing deadlock over who wants to run the borough.
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An Evening of Hope brings community togetherThe Anthony Seddon Fund has announced their official fundraising event for 2026, “An Evening of Hope”, taking place on Friday 16th October 2026 at the Village Hotel, Ashton-under-Lyne.



