The very latest news
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Ashton-Under-Lyne IncidentEmergency services were called to a business premises on Warrington Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne at around 4pm this afternoon (Friday 8th May) following reports of a 'hazmat' incident.
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Community spirit transforms school playgroundFamilies and staff at Chapel-en-le-Frith C of E VC Primary School have rolled up their sleeves for a community-led makeover, to bring new life to the nursery and reception playgrounds.
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Two jailed after a spate of High Peak burglariesTwo burglars who targeted homes and vehicles across the High Peak have been jailed following a series of overnight break-ins.
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2026 Oldham Election SummaryAn eventful election night in Oldham saw a ‘total Reform wipeout’ for Labour, throwing the future of the council’s leadership into uncertainty.
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ELECTION UPDATE: Reform UK gain 18 out of 19 seatsSee below for the full results from last night's count.
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Labour loses overall control of council after 47 years in chargeReform UK swept aside 47 years of Labour control at Tameside Council overnight winning 18 out of the 19 seats up for grabs.
Tameside Reporter
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Ashton-Under-Lyne IncidentEmergency services were called to a business premises on Warrington Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne at around 4pm this afternoon (Friday 8th May) following reports of a 'hazmat' incident.
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ELECTION UPDATE: Reform UK gain 18 out of 19 seatsSee below for the full results from last night's count.
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Labour loses overall control of council after 47 years in chargeReform UK swept aside 47 years of Labour control at Tameside Council overnight winning 18 out of the 19 seats up for grabs.
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Labour councillor targeted in racially aggravated incidentA Labour councillor has been targeted by a car whilst the driver shouted racial slurs, it has been alleged.
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Animal welfare concerns raised following protest outside Hartshead Meats in MossleyCampaigners gathered outside the site over the weekend following the circulation of undercover footage and allegations shared widely on social media relating to animal welfare practices.
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Polling Stations openVoters across Tameside & Oldham are being urged to remember that they’ll need to bring an accepted form of photo ID to the polling station to vote in today's elections.
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Street Life returns with Star Power & DinosaursAshton is preparing for one of its most ambitious community celebrations yet, as Street Life returns for its 4th edition on Saturday, 6th June and this year promises to be bigger, bolder, and more imaginative than ever.
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Tameside community icon receives lifetime achievement awardTameside community icon Mohammed Mizanur Rahman Mizan receives lifetime achievement award at prestigious civic reception,
Glossop Chronicle
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Community spirit transforms school playgroundFamilies and staff at Chapel-en-le-Frith C of E VC Primary School have rolled up their sleeves for a community-led makeover, to bring new life to the nursery and reception playgrounds.
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Two jailed after a spate of High Peak burglariesTwo burglars who targeted homes and vehicles across the High Peak have been jailed following a series of overnight break-ins.
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Enforcement action taken against former Spread EagleHigh Peak Borough Council has taken formal enforcement action against the owners of the long-derelict Riverside Inn - also known locally as the former Spread Eagle.
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Personal trainer takes on ultra challenge for charityA Glossop-based personal trainer is set to take on a brand-new ultra-distance cycling challenge this May, all in aid of a cause close to her heart.
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Emotional finish for 80-mile awareness walkA powerful community fundraising and awareness challenge has concluded with an emotional finish line moment, after days of walking brought people together for a deeply personal cause.
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MP hits back at councillor's criticism over Glossop tipResidents are being urged to have their say, after Derbyshire County Council launched a public consultation on the future of the Glossop Household Waste Recycling Centre last week.
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Kelly goes the distance for The ChristieA local martial arts star recently swapped combat for endurance, as she tackled the Manchester Marathon for a fantastic cause.
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11 bags of rubbish collected in Glossop clean-up effortMcDonald’s crew from the Wren Nest Retail Park in Glossop teamed up with Glossop North End Community Club for a litter pick, as part of an effort to keep their local areas tidy.
Oldham Reporter
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2026 Oldham Election SummaryAn eventful election night in Oldham saw a ‘total Reform wipeout’ for Labour, throwing the future of the council’s leadership into uncertainty.
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Councillor’s car smashed up during electionThe car of a Greater Manchester councillor is understood to have been attacked outside an election count in Oldham this evening (May 8).
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Election votes disqualified due to misprintThe results of at least 15 local election votes have been disqualified in Oldham following a council misprint on ballot cards.
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Dr Kershaw’s Hospice challenges conversation taboos for Dying Matters Awareness WeekThis Dying Matters Awareness Week (May 4-10), Dr Kershaw’s Hospice is challenging conversational taboos about death, dying and grief.
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Businesses urged to maximise social value impact through youth support at Spark Oldham eventLocal businesses gathered at The Brew in Fitton Hill recently for a powerful social value networking breakfast hosted by Spark Oldham in partnership with The Casey Group.
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Low trust in politics across the regionToday, voters across Greater Manchester will head to their local polling station to choose who will represent them at their local council.
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Polling Stations openVoters across Tameside & Oldham are being urged to remember that they’ll need to bring an accepted form of photo ID to the polling station to vote in today's elections.
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Man arrested as murder probe underwayA man in his 50s has been arrested after another male was found dead at an address on Monday night.



