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25-year-old with terminal cancer says "This is my purpose".

When Jack Rawding-Revell began suffering from double vision, severe headaches and overwhelming fatigue earlier this year, he had no idea how dramatically his life was about to change.
Let the autumn be the time when women rise again

Upturn Enterprise is encouraging women in business to embrace autumn as a season of growth, wellbeing and renewed confidence through a special CROWN networking event.
Greater Manchester Police welcomes Pride 2026

Thousands of people are set to flock to the city centre this weekend for the return of Manchester Pride.
Reform councillor speaks out on controversial Ukraine post

A Reform UK Derbyshire county councillor has insisted his support for Ukraine is “absolute, unequivocal and unwavering” following questions raised about a controversial post.

Greater Manchester Police welcomes Pride 2026

Thousands of people are set to flock to the city centre this weekend for the return of Manchester Pride.
Pensioner fighting for life in hospital following collision in Stalybridge

A 70-year-old man is fighting for his life in hospital following a collision in Stalybridge yesterday (Thurs) afternoon.
Chris Packham’s climate film to screen for free at The Vale

Naturalist and TV presenter Chris Packham is inviting people to have an "honest local conversation" about the climate crisis with a free public screening of a documentary film.
Tameside Cash Box Credit Union saves residents over £10 million

Cash Box Credit Union has helped Tameside residents save an estimated £10.8 million in interest payments by providing affordable loans and savings products as an alternative to high-cost doorstep and payday lenders.

25-year-old with terminal cancer says "This is my purpose".

When Jack Rawding-Revell began suffering from double vision, severe headaches and overwhelming fatigue earlier this year, he had no idea how dramatically his life was about to change.
Reform councillor speaks out on controversial Ukraine post

A Reform UK Derbyshire county councillor has insisted his support for Ukraine is “absolute, unequivocal and unwavering” following questions raised about a controversial post.
Four arrested after grenade report leads to evacuation

Four men have been arrested after around 20 homes were evacuated following reports that a grenade may have been present at an address in Glossop.
Cyclist's epic 3,800 mile ride in memory of friends

A Stockport businessman is taking on the biggest physical challenge of his life by cycling 3,800 miles across America in memory of two close friends.

Let the autumn be the time when women rise again

Upturn Enterprise is encouraging women in business to embrace autumn as a season of growth, wellbeing and renewed confidence through a special CROWN networking event.
Greater Manchester Police welcomes Pride 2026

Thousands of people are set to flock to the city centre this weekend for the return of Manchester Pride.
The Spindles celebrates five major retail investments as town centre momentum continues

Oldham's town centre is celebrating a significant boost to retail with two new store openings and three substantial refurbishments.
FCHO gives four young people a springboard into their future careers

Four young people have joined First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) to learn about how it operates after they secured places on the housing association’s summer intern programme.

Guilty pleas over arson attack on Jewish community ambulances

Four men have pleaded guilty to destroying four Jewish community ambulances in an arson attack causing £1 million of damage.
Detectives not linking A66 crash which killed two policemen to fatal house fire

Detectives have confirmed they are not linking a house fire which killed a seven-year-old girl and her aunt to a crash on the A66 last weekend which left seven people dead, including two police officers.
More than 100 firefighters on scene of blaze near Wembley Stadium

Twenty fire engines and around 125 firefighters have been sent to a blaze close to Wembley Stadium in north-west London.
Charles pays tribute to much loved friend King Harald of Norway

The King has paid tribute to his “dear cousin” King Harald V of Norway who has died aged 89.

Ashton derby to support Willow Wood Hospice

Curzon Ashton’s match against local rivals Ashton United on Bank Holiday Monday will be dedicated to supporting Willow Wood Hospice.
All square in battle of the Robins

A second half equaliser from visiting winger Ash Hunter saw the battle of the two Robins teams finish all square at Hurst Cross after a much livelier second period.
Nash bounce back in style

Following a run of three defeats in four, Curzon Ashton bounced back in style on Tuesday night with a statement 4-0 win at high-flyers Warrington Town.
United View: Reds stunned by the Tigers

Manchester United opened their 2026/27 Premier League season over the weekend with a trip to newly promoted Hull City, and a match that many expected to be straightforward for Carrick’s Reds turned out to be anything but.

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.
Dave Sweetmore - 5th September

Rock n Roll Star, National Treasure, Musical Icon, Manchester legend, and TV hero Shaun Ryder next week begins a huge UK theatre tour which runs until May 2025, telling stories and tales of his life as one of music's most iconic and wildest frontmen