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Laurus Ryecroft Sixth Form celebrates another impressive set of A-level results

Laurus Ryecroft Sixth Form proudly celebrates its second-ever cohort of Year 13 students, whose impressive A Level results have opened up the doors to many incredible destinations.
Top grades open doors for Ashton Sixth Form College students

A place at Cambridge, a move to London to study at Imperial College London and apprenticeships launching careers in education and HR are among the exciting next steps for Ashton Sixth Form College’s Class of 2026.
MP welcomes news on disposable BBQ's

High Peak MP Jon Pearce has welcomed the Government’s announcement that it will consider introducing a ban on disposable barbecues, following his campaign to tackle the wildfire risk posed by their use in public spaces.
Seaside fun returns to Stalybridge

The much-loved pop-up beach is returning to Victoria Market Hall for five days of free family fun this summer.

Laurus Ryecroft Sixth Form celebrates another impressive set of A-level results

Laurus Ryecroft Sixth Form proudly celebrates its second-ever cohort of Year 13 students, whose impressive A Level results have opened up the doors to many incredible destinations.
Top grades open doors for Ashton Sixth Form College students

A place at Cambridge, a move to London to study at Imperial College London and apprenticeships launching careers in education and HR are among the exciting next steps for Ashton Sixth Form College’s Class of 2026.
Seaside fun returns to Stalybridge

The much-loved pop-up beach is returning to Victoria Market Hall for five days of free family fun this summer.
Local surgeons take on Tour du Mont Blanc challenge to raise funds for colorectal cancer care

Two senior surgeons from Tameside Hospital, together with a group of friends and colleagues, are set to take on one of Europe's most iconic trekking challenges to raise money for colorectal cancer services through Tameside & Glossop NHS Charity.

MP welcomes news on disposable BBQ's

High Peak MP Jon Pearce has welcomed the Government’s announcement that it will consider introducing a ban on disposable barbecues, following his campaign to tackle the wildfire risk posed by their use in public spaces.
Whitfield Well Dressing returns with free family fun day

Whitfield’s much-loved Well Dressing event will return next month, with local volunteers hosting another free community celebration packed with entertainment for all ages.
Award-winning gelato team launch cool new venture

Baci Di Gelato, the award-winning artisan gelato business, is expanding its offering with the launch of 'Baci Fresca', a new venture featuring frozen yoghurt, artisan smoothies, and handmade sorbet.
End of an era for much-loved Glossop shop

A long-standing Glossop shop is preparing to close its doors for the final time, bringing an end to a much-loved chapter for the family behind it.

Law could change after Oldham couple’s traumatic experience

An Oldham couple are campaigning to change the law following the tragic loss of their daughter to help thousands of grieving families in the future.
The Blue Coat School celebrates A-level results

After the long wait for results over the summer period, there was a sense of joy, relief and pride as students and their families celebrated another fantastic set of A Level results at The Blue Coat School Sixth Form.
Grotton playground gets a new lease of life

The Grotton playground has been refreshed and refurbished, with new life brought to this neighbourhood play park. Everyone is invited to join the official opening taking place on Saturday, 15th August.
The massive changes coming to the Bee Network

Major changes are coming to the Bee Network in the ‘biggest set of improvements ever made in one go’ across Greater Manchester.

Two people seriously injured after train with 150 on board derails

Two people have been seriously injured after a train with around 150 people on board derailed near Lewes in East Sussex.
UK has hottest day of year so far as temperatures hit 381C

The UK has recorded its hottest day of the year so far, as temperatures provisionally reached 38.1C at Kew Gardens in London, the Met Office said.
Huge fires threaten to tear through homes in West Midlands

Huge fires have threatened to tear through homes in the West Midlands after dramatic footage circulating online showed enormous flames coming from buildings and a golf course.
Do not treat customers like a blank cheque Burnham warns water companies

Andy Burnham has warned water companies against treating customers like “a blank cheque” after the regulator provisionally allowed them to unexpectedly further raise bills.

Midweek football round-up: Bloods and Lilywhites ease through

Both Droylsden and Mossley cruised into the FA Cup Preliminary Round on Tuesday with wins over Burscough and Silsden respectively.
FA Cup heartbreak for Hillmen

It was FA Cup heartbreak for Glossop North End on Tuesday, who suffered a 2-0 defeat to Tadcaster Albion in their Extra Preliminary Round replay.
City Watch: Community Shield awaits

After a pretty quiet start to pre-season, Manchester City have now finished the final two games of the summer with victories over the K-League All Stars and Atletico Madrid, giving Enzo Maresca a perfect winning record heading into his first competitive game in charge.
United View: Further signings still needed

Last week, I said I was concerned regarding Manchester United’s lack of transfer activity, with the start of the Premier League season just around the corner.

Guide Bridge branches out into musical theatre

Little Shop of Horrors delivers big-stage magic
Jimmy Cricket - The comic who left Tameside smiling

Ashton authors Philip and David Williams pay tribute to TV and theatre star
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.
Dave Sweetmore - 31st October

After the massive success of last year's huge 40th anniversary tour, legendary soul band Stax Of Soul will be rolling back into Uppermill in November as part of this year's series of tour dates.