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New Litter Hubs launch across Tameside

Eight new community spaces are now operating as Litter Hubs to help keep Tameside clean and tidy.
Affordable housing boost as 13 shared ownership family homes released in Oldham

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has released 13 shared ownership family homes for sale at its Fitton Hill development.
Transformational gift enhances women’s health services

The Women’s Health Unit at Tameside Hospital has relocated to the Yellow Suite, where new, modern, fit-for-purpose procedure rooms and clinic spaces have been created.
Step-free access plans for two Tameside railway stations

Two Tameside railway stations are set for major accessibility improvements as part of a programme to provide step-free access at six stations across Greater Manchester.

New Litter Hubs launch across Tameside

Eight new community spaces are now operating as Litter Hubs to help keep Tameside clean and tidy.
Transformational gift enhances women’s health services

The Women’s Health Unit at Tameside Hospital has relocated to the Yellow Suite, where new, modern, fit-for-purpose procedure rooms and clinic spaces have been created.
Step-free access plans for two Tameside railway stations

Two Tameside railway stations are set for major accessibility improvements as part of a programme to provide step-free access at six stations across Greater Manchester.
Police launch appeal to locate man in connection with a burglary

Police are appealing for the public’s help to identify a man in relation to a burglary of a dwelling in Sugden Street, Ashton-under-Lyne in Tameside.

Councillors react as Derbyshire council shake-up is paused

Plans to replace Derbyshire’s 10 existing councils with two new authorities have been put on hold by the Government, prompting criticism over the cost and uncertainty surrounding the reorganisation.
Glossop campaigners welcome Government measures

Members of High Peak Against Racism have welcomed new Government measures targeting Israeli settlement activity in the occupied West Bank, but are calling for further action.
Former Derbyshire police call handlers jailed for abusing positions

Two former Derbyshire Constabulary call handlers have been jailed after abusing their positions within the force.
Conservatives criticise Carelink closure update

High Peak Conservatives have issued a statement criticising the handling of the closure of the Carelink service, following High Peak Borough Council’s latest update on alternative provision for customers.

Affordable housing boost as 13 shared ownership family homes released in Oldham

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has released 13 shared ownership family homes for sale at its Fitton Hill development.
Lived experience recovery set to hold next event

A local lived experience recovery group is holding an event in a bid to make recovery visible and reduce the stigma attached to it.
Temple to throw open its doors for Heritage Open Days

Local people are being invited to the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir this weekend, which is hosting Oldham Histories Festival and Heritage Open Days.
From Squid Game dance disaster to gruesome cake career

A local woman who was left bed-bound after a Squid Game-themed dance went disastrously wrong has transformed the accident into an unlikely new career creating gruesome cakes and treats.

Protests planned outside Ed Sheerans concert after ticket prices drop

Pro-Palestine protests are planned outside the US stadium where Ed Sheeran is due to play today
Earl Spencer doubles down on King allegations as fresh claims published

Fresh claims made by Earl Spencer have been published as he doubled down on his allegation the King said “we’ll forget her soon enough” after Diana, Princess of Wales died.
Trump says deal made with Denmark to bolster US military presence in Greenland

President Donald Trump said he has a deal with Denmark to bolster the US military presence in Greenland after months of threatening to take the island by force from the Nato ally.
Burnham vows to deepen relationship with EU as he hosts Irelands Martin

Andy Burnham has used a meeting with Irish counterpart Micheál Martin to push for deeper ties between the UK and the European Union.

Happy Celtic return for James Kinsey

It was a happy return to Bower Fold for James Kinsey on Tuesday night, as his Wythenshawe side saw off his former employers Stalybridge Celtic.
Hyde scoop Cheshire Cup

Hyde Cricket Club were crowned Cheshire Cup champions earlier this month after an impressive 58-run victory over Bollington CC.
Hadfield's homegrown heroes

Hadfield brought home their first ever piece of Greater Manchester Cricket League (GMCL) silverware last Saturday – the GMCL Division 1 title – and, with it, an affirmation of all that the club have stood for over the last 25 years: their approach to junior cricket.
United View: Reds fume after VAR controversy

After announcing his arrival in style last season, there was to be no derby day joy for Michael Carrick this time around, as our noisy neighbours took the spoils in controversial fashion at Old Trafford.

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.