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LGBTQ+ youth charity appeals to Greater Manchester mayoral candidates

The CEO of Greater Manchester’s LGBTQ+ youth charity The Proud Trust has written an open letter to all candidates hoping to become the next Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Artisan Market brings independent traders to Ashton

The new Ashton Artisan Market made its debut on Sunday (July 19th), with dozens of stalls located around Market Street and Bow Street.
Director of children’s services in Tameside 'happy with progress'

The council boss leading the push for improvement to Tameside’s failing children’s services believes she’s on track to deliver her ambitious targets.
The vision of how the nine towns of Tameside could change

When it was created back in the 1970s, the 29.6 mile River Tame gave its name to the constituency it calls home. And today, it still a decision which breaks the mould in Greater Manchester.

LGBTQ+ youth charity appeals to Greater Manchester mayoral candidates

The CEO of Greater Manchester’s LGBTQ+ youth charity The Proud Trust has written an open letter to all candidates hoping to become the next Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Artisan Market brings independent traders to Ashton

The new Ashton Artisan Market made its debut on Sunday (July 19th), with dozens of stalls located around Market Street and Bow Street.
Director of children’s services in Tameside 'happy with progress'

The council boss leading the push for improvement to Tameside’s failing children’s services believes she’s on track to deliver her ambitious targets.
The vision of how the nine towns of Tameside could change

When it was created back in the 1970s, the 29.6 mile River Tame gave its name to the constituency it calls home. And today, it still a decision which breaks the mould in Greater Manchester.

Glossop rallies for Jack as fundraiser tops £5,000

Family and friends overwhelmed by community support after terminal brain tumour diagnosis
High Peak to join new Derbyshire North council

Glossop and the rest of the High Peak will become part of a new single council from 2028 after the Government confirmed plans to abolish Derbyshire's current two-tier system.
Firefighters continue to tackle Tintwistle blaze

Firefighters returned this morning to the major wildfire incident at Tintwistle after scaling back operations overnight.
Overwhelming community support for Gamesley Sports Court

Residents turned out in force on Friday, July 11, as Gamesley Community Centre celebrated the finale of its fundraising campaign to transform the village’s football sports courts.

Life is now completely different in Derker but fears remain

“People thought they weren’t going to do anything from now on and the fear that instilled in other people. The police knocked on every house on our road and not one of them would give any information.”
Further arrests made in relation to Dovestone Reservoir fire

Officers investigating the ongoing moorland fires at Dovestone Reservoir which began on Saturday 11th July, 2026, have made two further arrests.
Oasis Academy Oldham stage first-ever “Belong” Music Festival

Oasis Academy Oldham staged its first-ever “Belong” Music Festival . . . a vibrant celebration of music, culture, creativity, and community that brought together students and staff for an unforgettable day of entertainment.
Local adventurer takes on gruelling Colombian Jungle expedition for charity

A local adventurer and deputy headteacher is preparing to tackle one of his toughest challenges yet as he heads deep into the Colombian jungle to raise money for charity.

Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister promising a 10 year plan for the country

Andy Burnham has become the UK’s new Prime Minister after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation.
My work is done Starmer leaves No 10 with Burnham poised for power

Sir Keir Starmer has said “my work is done” and “I go with a smile” in his final speech as Prime Minister.
Hosepipe ban brought in for 24m people amid ongoing hot weather

More than two million people will be subject to a hosepipe ban amid hot weather.
Andy Burnham to enter No 10 promising breathing room on cost of living

Andy Burnham will enter 10 Downing Street promising to give people “breathing room” against the rising cost of living.

Derby dates confirmed as Tameside clubs learn their 2026/27 fates

The eagerly awaited 2026/27 Northern Premier League fixture list has been released, with several Tameside clubs discovering their fates.
Willow Wood Hospice Cup returns

Two of Tameside's non-league football clubs will go head-to-head as Mossley AFC host Curzon Ashton FC in the Willow Wood Hospice Cup.
GNE make triple swoop

Glossop North End have further strengthened their squad ahead of the upcoming 2026/27 season with three new arrivals.
United View: Reds bolster in midfield

Manchester United’s summer transfer window has been well and truly sprung into life, with three new signings confirmed within a matter of days.

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.
Soaring temperatures add another dimension to scorching production

HLT's Abigail's Party sizzles in the heatwave as emotions reach boiling point
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!