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Droylsden’s Concord Suite to be torn down

After dominating the Droylsden skyline for half a century, the Concord Suite is being partially torn down.
New community defibrillator installed in Hyde

A new publicly accessible defibrillator has been installed at the Integrated Service for Children with Additional Needs (ISCAN) in Hyde.
Dukinfield biker completes 1,000-mile charity motorbike ride

A Dukinfield-based motorcyclist has successfully completed his gruelling 1,000-mile charity endurance ride in support of Francis House Children's Hospice.
£25,000 bid aims to connect Haughton Green’s valley, village and park

A new £25,000 funding bid has been submitted that could bring another major investment to Haughton Green.

Droylsden’s Concord Suite to be torn down

After dominating the Droylsden skyline for half a century, the Concord Suite is being partially torn down.
New community defibrillator installed in Hyde

A new publicly accessible defibrillator has been installed at the Integrated Service for Children with Additional Needs (ISCAN) in Hyde.
Dukinfield biker completes 1,000-mile charity motorbike ride

A Dukinfield-based motorcyclist has successfully completed his gruelling 1,000-mile charity endurance ride in support of Francis House Children's Hospice.
£25,000 bid aims to connect Haughton Green’s valley, village and park

A new £25,000 funding bid has been submitted that could bring another major investment to Haughton Green.

M67 closed due to discovery of 'human remains

Part of the M67 remains closed after suspected human remains were discovered near the motorway overnight.
Two injured in Snake Pass crash

Two motorcyclists were taken to hospital following a collision on the A57 Snake Pass near Glossop on Saturday 1st August.
Schoolgirl's engineering idea earns national award

A pupil at Saint Mary’s Catholic Voluntary Academy in Glossop is celebrating after winning a national Primary Engineer competition.
Derbyshire police set out plan to tackle anti-social behaviour

A new plan aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) and protecting victims across Derbyshire has been unveiled by Derbyshire Constabulary and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner.

Prolific shoplifter who stole chocolate banned from shops for three years

Oldham Council's Community Safety Service was granted a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) following repeated offences targeting retailers in Chadderton.
Simm opts for Oldham

Roughyeds have won the race to secure the services of Super League winger Josh Simm on a deal until the end of the season.
Sirens, superheroes and a special guest entertain children at free summer holiday session

A popular Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) event transformed an Oldham park into a world of imagination and adventure.
Free bus travel for 11 to 16 year olds

Young people aged 11 to 16 will be able to travel for free on buses across Greater Manchester from January 2027.

Boyzlife announce spring 2027 UK tour

Boyzlife will perform a mix of Boyzone and Westlife’s classic songs and some of their own original music when they tour the UK in May 2027.
Lionel Messi donates money to rebuild area affected by Madrid wildfires

Lionel Messi has donated money to help restore an area outside Madrid that has been affected by wildfires.
Ariana Grande Decision to step back from spotlight not an impulsive thing

Ariana Grande has said her decision to take a break from the spotlight was “not a reactive or impulsive thing” and has been planned for a long time.
Ben Stokes insists England career definitely over and outlines coaching goals

Ben Stokes insisted he has “definitely” played for England for the last time but outlined ambitions to return to the dressing room in a coaching capacity in the future.

GNE off to a flyer

Glossop North End made a dream start to their 2026/27 NWCFL Premier Division campaign over the weekend with a 2-0 win at home to Euxton Villa.
Celtic take spoils in all-Tameside clash

Stalybridge Celtic ended their pre-season campaign in style over the weekend with a 2-1 win over Tameside neighbours Ashton United.
No fans, no problem

There may have been no fans inside the Butchers Arms over the weekend, but that didn’t stop Droylsden from making a perfect start to their 2026/27 NWCFL Premier Division campaign.
United View: Bring on the new season

I don’t think I’m alone in being hopeful for the new season. Roll on August 21st.

Guide Bridge branches out into musical theatre

Little Shop of Horrors delivers big-stage magic
A fairytale triumph for Tameside Youth Drama Group

Young performers shine in spectacular summer production
Don’t miss award-winning musical memoir Fun Home

A beautiful journey through love, loss and identity
Alex Cann's weekly film blog - 9th January

A mix this week of stuff that I watched over the festive season and a couple from this week, to start another year of movie watching!
Alex Cann's weekly blog - 9th January

It was tempting to write something this week about the digital darts being fired from the keyboard of the world's richest man, and how it might be better if we just switched social media off for a bit, but for the sake of my blood pressure, I thought I'd share the first part of a musical Top 10 with you.