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The newly appointed Civic Mayor of Tameside, Councillor Helen Bowden, has spoken to the Tameside Reporter of her pride in taking on the role and her commitment to supporting mental health and local organisations across the borough.

In March, Holly Philburn, Margot Kennedy and Hope Warner, all from Tameside successfully earned places in the prestigious English Youth Ballet (EYB) production of Swan Lake, joining an elite cast of 97 dancers after highly competitive auditions. 

Inspirational Tameside athlete Richard Bradbury recently tackled his toughest challenge yet. 

Ahead of iconic local running event, The Tour 2026, we’re shining a light on all four individual races, starting with the curtain raiser – The X-Trail 10k. 

For one week only, Waitress is bringing it’s 10-year anniversary tour to the Palace Theatre in Manchester. A show bringing sweet delights and a heartwarming success story that will keep smiling for weeks.

Greenspace volunteers working alongside Tameside Council’s greenspace team contributed an amazing 2,258 days last year to helping to care for the borough’s natural environment.

Tameside Council has confirmed it will be run by a Labour minority administration at its full council meeting on 26 May 2026.

Tameside Council are delighted to appoint their new civic mayor, Cllr Helen Bowden, for 2026/2027.

Blythe House Hospice is inviting people to take part in its Sunflower Memories appeal, offering a meaningful way to remember someone special while supporting hospice care.

Three retired residents with extensive experience in community projects are launching a new initiative aimed at supporting people approaching retirement or already enjoying later life.

An independent Glossop bookshop is celebrating after being awarded a prestigious national grant aimed at inspiring more children to discover a love of reading.

Glossop motorsport star Alisha Palmowski soared to the top of the F1 Academy standings over the weekend with a duo of record-breaking wins in Montreal. 

Young people across Glossop have taken part in a series of knife crime awareness sessions and community safety activities as part of the national campaign - Operation Sceptre, from 18th-24th May. 

A new Community Bookshelf has been launched in Glossop to help raise money for local charities and community groups while encouraging people of all ages to share a love of reading. 

New government measures aimed at easing fuel and operating cost pressures on rural businesses have been welcomed by High Peak MP Jon Pearce. 

Since opening its doors in December 2025, BANK Bar & Brasserie has quickly established itself as one of the most talked about venues in Glossop town centre.

Taxpayers could be footing the bill if a councillor stand-off over who runs Oldham Council carries on.

A lucky woman from Oldham has seen a personal wish come true thanks to a special initiative introduced by Caremark . . . one of the UK’s leading home care providers.

OLDHAM-based charity Mahdlo Youth Zone has secured investment from the Better Youth Spaces Fund to expand its services and increase opportunities for young people across the borough.

An Oldham couple are sharing their experience of early-onset Alzheimer’s to help others recognise the signs and seek support sooner.

A London-based agency of highly qualified legal eagles is offering affordable services in Oldham.

Families are being invited to a vibrant Eid fun day packed with activities galore at the European Islamic Centre this weekend.

Carried on a golden raft of sunshine, a unique new event captured the hearts of hundreds of visitors to Saddleworth Women’s and Clog first-ever Garland Day staged in Uppermill on Saturday. 

Community groups across Oldham held events for World Bee Day following funding from First Choice Home Oldham (FCHO).