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Droylsden teenager makes history on world jiu-jitsu stage

A 14-year-old from Droylsden has completed a remarkable hat-trick of international Grand Slams while living thousands of miles from home to chase his dreams.
Tameside Baby Showers to help families prepare for parenthood

Expectant parents and growing families are invited to a new series of Baby Showers taking place across Tameside from September.
Poetry, brass and recovery: a new way to walk in Oldham

A permanent audio walking trail co-created by people recovering from substance use is set to launch in Oldham this September, blending spoken-word poetry with brass band music.
Executive Cabinet approves plans for Ashton and Stalybridge MDC

Plans for a Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) in Ashton and Stalybridge have taken a major step forward, following approval by Tameside Council's Executive Cabinet on 26 August.

Droylsden teenager makes history on world jiu-jitsu stage

A 14-year-old from Droylsden has completed a remarkable hat-trick of international Grand Slams while living thousands of miles from home to chase his dreams.
Tameside Baby Showers to help families prepare for parenthood

Expectant parents and growing families are invited to a new series of Baby Showers taking place across Tameside from September.
Executive Cabinet approves plans for Ashton and Stalybridge MDC

Plans for a Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) in Ashton and Stalybridge have taken a major step forward, following approval by Tameside Council's Executive Cabinet on 26 August.
An international affair at Tameside Rotary

On 11th August at Ashton-under-Lyne Golf Club at their monthly meeting, Tameside Rotary welcomed back their very good friend, President Volodymyr Bulba of Kharkiv Independence Rotary Club.

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.

Poetry, brass and recovery: a new way to walk in Oldham

A permanent audio walking trail co-created by people recovering from substance use is set to launch in Oldham this September, blending spoken-word poetry with brass band music.
Community litter-pick organised by FCHO hailed a success

The Barker Street Estate was given a clean up this month thanks to an event organised by First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO).
Macbeth and Lady Macbeth cast in Oldham Coliseum Theatre’s bold new production

Oldham Coliseum Theatre has announced Andrew Sheridan and Erin Shanagher will take on the roles of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth in its radical staging of Shakespeare's Macbeth, directed by the Coliseum’s new Creative Director, Nick Bagnall.
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.

Duane Keffe D Davis convicted in 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur

A jury has found Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, marking the first conviction in a case that has gripped hip-hop fans for decades.
Government to accelerate building of prison places with 110m minister

The Government will speed up the building of hundreds of extra prison places with £110 million of investment, the Justice Secretary is to announce.
Ray Winstone says British cinema is losing a lot of our culture

Actor Ray Winstone has said British cinema is losing “a lot of our culture” because the industry is caught up with the American way of filmmaking.
Bank holiday Monday to see sunny spells and showers Met Office

Bank holiday Monday will see a mix of sunny spells and showers that could become heavier with thunder, the Met Office said.

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.

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
Dave Sweetmore - 12th September

Two days before Oasis's debut album 'Definitely Maybe' celebrated its 30th anniversary, the news broke that 15 years since splitting up, Liam and Noel Gallagher would be getting the band back together next year. If you had asked me a few years ago if i would like them to get back together, I probably would have said no, leave it in the history books just as The Beatles and The Jam did