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Post Office addresses closure in Simmondley

Residents in Simmondley have expressed shock and concern after the sudden closure of Simmondley News.
Glossop wartime evacuees invited to annual reunion

Former Lowestoft Wartime Evacuees are invited to attend the annual Summer Reunion which will take place at the town’s railway station on Saturday 6th June 2026.
Police appeal for information as man injured on busy road

Officers are appealing for information after a man was seriously injured in an attack on the junction of Fairbottom Street and Yorkshire Street, Oldham.
High Peak MP welcomes new summer cost-of-living support

Families across High Peak will benefit from cheaper days out, discounted meals and free bus travel for children this summer as the government launches its new Great British Summer Savings scheme.

McDonald’s drive-thru for Hyde approved

The US fast-food chain announced its plan to build on the Viceroy Indian restaurant in August 2024, submitting official proposals a few months later. However, plans were later withdrawn in April 2025.
United Utilities joins forces with emergency services to warn about the dangers of cold-water shock

‘Don’t take the risk, it’s just not worth it’. That’s the message from United Utilities as they join forces with emergency services to highlight the dangers of cold-water shock.
Organ donor who gave the “gift of life” to five others honoured in mural artwork

Local man Mark Thorley will forever be remembered for giving the precious gift of life through organ donation with a memorial artwork outside Tameside Hospital’s Critical Care Unit, for which his family are raising money.
Tameside business prosecuted for knife sale to a person under 18

A Hyde shop owner and employee have been sentenced by Tameside magistrates after pleading guilty to selling a kitchen knife to a person under 18.

Post Office addresses closure in Simmondley

Residents in Simmondley have expressed shock and concern after the sudden closure of Simmondley News.
Glossop wartime evacuees invited to annual reunion

Former Lowestoft Wartime Evacuees are invited to attend the annual Summer Reunion which will take place at the town’s railway station on Saturday 6th June 2026.
High Peak MP welcomes new summer cost-of-living support

Families across High Peak will benefit from cheaper days out, discounted meals and free bus travel for children this summer as the government launches its new Great British Summer Savings scheme.
History made as Pride comes to Glossop

Glossop is set to make history this summer as the town prepares to host its very first Pride celebration in Norfolk Square.

Police appeal for information as man injured on busy road

Officers are appealing for information after a man was seriously injured in an attack on the junction of Fairbottom Street and Yorkshire Street, Oldham.
Police appeal for help as Oldham man still missing

Police have issued a desperate appeal to find Christopher, who has not been seen since last Thursday (May 28).
Dobcross honours beloved committee member in Whit Friday ceremony

A treasured Saddleworth tradition returned on Friday as Dobcross Youth Band took to the local streets for Whit Friday — but this year, the day carried extra meaning as the band and local community paused to remember a very special lady.
Self protection scheme for women comes to Oldham

Women insure cars, homes, holidays, pets, and belongings, but they don’t insure themselves.

Sikh man jailed for life with a minimum of 21 years for knife murder of student

The family of an 18-year-old student who died after being handcuffed, after being fatally stabbed by a Sikh man, have hit out at the “shocking” treatment of their son by police and called for urgent action to address a “national emergency” of knife crime.
UK wins court clash with Rwanda over failed migrant deportation deal

The UK will not have to pay Rwanda millions of pounds over the failed migrant deportation deal after winning an international court case.
England set off for World Cup with eyes on the prize

England departed for the World Cup hoping to climb their footballing Mount Everest this summer.
Rugby league great John Kear dies aged 71

John Kear, the rugby league broadcaster and former Challenge Cup-winning coach, has died at the age of 71.

Horan set for Celtic stay

Stalybridge Celtic have been handed a huge boost ahead of the upcoming 2026/27 campaign, with mecurial winger Ellis Horan committing his future to the club.
Nash make triple swoop

Curzon Ashton’s summer transfer business is well underway, with the club confirming a trio of signings ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
Former Football League side to train at Tameside Stadium

The Tameside Stadium will play host to two football clubs next season as Curzon Ashton have agreed to allow National League side Barrow AFC to use the facility as their new training ground.
Mugalula makes Celtic switch

Stalybridge Celtic have announced the signing of tricky winger Obua Mugalula, who makes the switch to Bower Fold following his departure from Tameside neighbours Mossley.

Alex B Cann Film Column - 28/05/26

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Alex B Cann column - 28/05/26

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Review: Waitress - A slice of perfect theatre pie!

For one week only, Waitress is bringing it’s 10-year anniversary tour to the Palace Theatre in Manchester. A show bringing sweet delights and a heartwarming success story that will keep smiling for weeks.
Alex B Cann film column - 21/05/26 - Bob Odenkirk impresses in Normal

The UK box office chart is still dominated by Michael, which has taken over £40 million and shows no signs of slowing down. Despite some accusations of story sanitisation, audiences haven't been put off. It's even given Human Nature its first appearance in the UK Singles Chart, as it wasn't released as a single in the UK in the 1980s. Billie Jean and Beat It are also in the upper echelons of the hit parade as I write. Due to the so-called “Ed Sheeran rule”, introduced after Ed occupied 16 of the Top 20 chart positions in 2017 following the release of his album, there can only be three songs by
Alex B Cann column - 21/05/26 Mothers and Daughters, and the benefits of the arts

I had a terrific Saturday night out last weekend, watching the quirky, funny and moving Mothers and Daughters by Paris Rogers at a lovely venue called The Edge in Chorlton. It's described as "a dark comedy about three generations, love, and the absolute chaos of meeting the parents".