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Lily’s of Ashton to host Nepal Appeal buffet

Lily’s Indian Vegetarian Cuisine in Ashton-under-Lyne is inviting the local community to come together for a special fundraising buffet in support of the Nepal Appeal.
Tens of thousands enjoy a summer of fun in Tameside

Over 13,000 people enjoyed Tameside’s cultural events over the summer including a ginormous sandpit, arts and crafts by the river, and theatre performances in the park.
Heritage Open Days launch in Tameside

Back to the future as local history group 'Travel Through Time'
Craft Artisan Market coming to Stalybridge

Shoppers and visitors can enjoy a new artisan event with a creative twist at Stalybridge Victoria Market Hall as part of its new programme of activities.

Lily’s of Ashton to host Nepal Appeal buffet

Lily’s Indian Vegetarian Cuisine in Ashton-under-Lyne is inviting the local community to come together for a special fundraising buffet in support of the Nepal Appeal.
Tens of thousands enjoy a summer of fun in Tameside

Over 13,000 people enjoyed Tameside’s cultural events over the summer including a ginormous sandpit, arts and crafts by the river, and theatre performances in the park.
Heritage Open Days launch in Tameside

Back to the future as local history group 'Travel Through Time'
Craft Artisan Market coming to Stalybridge

Shoppers and visitors can enjoy a new artisan event with a creative twist at Stalybridge Victoria Market Hall as part of its new programme of activities.

New playground boost for St. Andrew’s pupils thanks to TRU grant

St. Andrew’s C of E Junior School in Hadfield has unveiled a transformed outdoor space following the successful securing of a grant from the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) scheme.
Comedy fundraiser for Tameside Hospital hopes to bring the laughter

A host of comedians are coming together for a charity fundraising event to support Tameside Hospital's Critical Care Unit and show that perhaps laughter really is the best medicine.
Council issue update on Carelink closure

Carelink customers who want to secure alternative service provision when the service closes are being reassured that there are companies offering similar falls and emergency care response services.
Tip campaigner warns of bin collection problems

A Glossop campaigner fighting plans to close the town’s household waste and recycling centre has warned residents they could face problems with their bin collections if they follow advice contained in Derbyshire County Council’s consultation.

Communities invited to support Pink Chai campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer

With Breast Cancer Awareness Month just weeks away, people across Oldham and beyond are being encouraged to host a Pink Chai gathering to raise awareness of the disease.
Woman being sought by police to assist with shop robbery

Police have released a CCTV image of a woman they would like to speak to as they believe she can help with their investigation into a theft at Holland & Barrett on Market Place, Oldham.
Hulme Grammar School’s Head of Computer Science wins National AI Innovation in Education Award

Stephen Norbury, Head of Computer Science at Hulme Grammar School, has been honoured with the prestigious AI Innovation in Education Award at the national CODE Awards.
Bev Craig covers tram extensions, face covering bans and the tourist tax

Metrolink extensions, banning face coverings and the newly introduced tourist tax have all been discussed by Bev Craig.

Trump continues Irish visit at golf tournament

US President Donald Trump continues his visit to Ireland on Sunday after stirring up a diplomatic row hours into the trip by backing Irish unification.
Elena Rybakina dethrones Aryna Sabalenka with her first US Open crown

Elena Rybakina proved herself to be the undisputed world number one after claiming her first US Open title.
Second cryptocurrency billionaire gives 36 million to Reform

Reform UK has received a second £36 million donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire.
Protesters gather in Portsmouth as police warn against fear and violence

Anti-migrant protesters and counter demonstrators have gathered in Portsmouth as police warned they would not tolerate incitement of fear or violence.

Robins discover FA Cup opponents

Ashton United, the only Tameside club left in this year's FA Cup, have discovered their second qualifying round opponents.
Hadfield CC secure promotion

Hadfield secured promotion from the Greater Manchester Cricket League Division 1 last Saturday and can, if they win this Saturday, claim their first ever piece of GMCL silverware.
United View: Late strike sinks Carrick's Reds

After the opening three games of their 2026/27 Premier League season, Manchester United have racked up just four points.
City Watch: Haaland on target as City edge past Coventry

Now that the transfer window is finally closed, we can stop worrying about who is coming in, who is leaving, and what the squad might look like, and actually crack on with the season.

Review: Oh! What a night! - Jersey Boys

Manchester’s Palace Theatre is currently playing host to the Tony Award winning sensation ‘Jersey Boys’. Not just any tour however, this is 20 years of the hit musical.
A Slam Dunk for East High!

Jason Donovan joins a talented cast for a high-energy trip down memory lane
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.