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From buses to big hearts, Inspector takes national award

Local man Chris Liddle, an Inspector from Stagecoach, has been honoured with the top prize in the ‘We Support Communities’ category at the Stagecoach Excellence Awards 2026.
The town centre roadworks dividing residents

The centre of Stalybridge has been a maze of roadworks and blocked footpaths since February.
Operation AVRO nets arrests in successful day of action

Officers across Oldham made 60 arrests, recovered 200 cannabis plants, seized nearly 700 nitrous canisters and stopped over 43 vehicles during Operation AVRO yesterday (Thurs).
FCHO invite customers and residents to five BioBlitz events

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is running five BioBlitz events this summer to help develop more nature-friendly neighbourhoods and benefit local communities.

From buses to big hearts, Inspector takes national award

Local man Chris Liddle, an Inspector from Stagecoach, has been honoured with the top prize in the ‘We Support Communities’ category at the Stagecoach Excellence Awards 2026.
The town centre roadworks dividing residents

The centre of Stalybridge has been a maze of roadworks and blocked footpaths since February.
Work on new homes in Mossley set to start

North West-based housebuilder, Wain Homes, will begin construction of 175 new homes in Mossley soon, after full planning approval was granted by Tameside Council.
Tameside Creative Communities Grants for 2026-27 are now open

Tameside Council is inviting artists, performers, community groups, and creative organisations across Tameside to apply for funding to bring new cultural projects to life.

Glossopdale backs Fairtrade

Fairtrade supporters are celebrating as Glossopdale reaches another milestone in the campaign for fairer trade, respect for farmers and producers, and care for the environment amid the climate crisis.
Glossop Tip: Last Chance to Have Your Say

Campaigners fighting to keep Glossop Household Waste Recycling Centre open are urging residents to have their say before a Derbyshire County Council public consultation closes at midnight on Thursday 23rd July.
High Peak Borough Council to be scrapped in major shake-up

High Peak is set to undergo the biggest change to local government in more than 50 years, after the Government confirmed plans to abolish the area's existing councils and replace them with two new unitary authorities.
Charlesworth artist to open studio and gallery to the public

A Charlesworth artist is preparing to welcome visitors into her home for the launch of a new Open Studio and Gallery later this summer.

Operation AVRO nets arrests in successful day of action

Officers across Oldham made 60 arrests, recovered 200 cannabis plants, seized nearly 700 nitrous canisters and stopped over 43 vehicles during Operation AVRO yesterday (Thurs).
FCHO invite customers and residents to five BioBlitz events

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is running five BioBlitz events this summer to help develop more nature-friendly neighbourhoods and benefit local communities.
Praise for retiring Hazel

Oldham Mayor Councillor Pam Byrne described a retiring parish council colleague as a ‘lifeline” to local government circles.
Full extent of £100k council blunder revealed

An Oldham councillor was paid £8,000 more than he should have done after a staff blunder, a new report has revealed. The council error meant elected members received £107,000 more than they should have done.

Anthony Joshua musters comeback win over Kristian Prenga

AJ gets up off the canvas twice on his return to the ring; planned "Battle of Britain" with Tyson Fury now a step closer
One dead 16 injured in attack on Berlin Pride

Police appeal for help in tracking down suspect after car drives into crowds at LGBT+ event
Lewis Hamilton and title leader Kimi Antonelli hit by grid penalties after Norris takes pole in Hungary

Lewis Hamilton was dealt a blow in his bid for a record eighth world championship after he was demoted to fifth on the grid for Sunday’s Hungarian Grand Prix.
Fifteen arrested after violence breaks out at anti migrant protest in Glasgow

More than a dozen people have been arrested after violence erupted in Glasgow between anti-immigration and anti-racism protesters.

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.
Speedway fan models ace Belle Vue stadiums

A lifelong and avid Belle Vue Aces fan has completed his second model of one of the team’s stadiums. And he invited the Tameside Reporter to his home to check it out.
Tigers take spoils in Tameside derby

Stalybridge Celtic’s wait to lift the Keith Trudgeon Memorial Trophy goes on after local rivals Hyde United once again took the spoils in Saturday’s annual pre-season friendly.
Mossley 10k returns

The 12th edition of the annual Mossley 10k saw a familiar face prevail.

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
Review: We Belong! Drama Dept. Kids bring the stage to life

Musical showcases are always an enjoyable spectacle. Bringing beloved musicals to one stage is also never an easy task – Enter the Drama dept. with their seniors bringing ‘We Belong’ – a musical showcase masterclass.
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!