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A local opticians has announced the winner of its in-store giveaway, with a 12 month book subscription as the prize.

A welcome change is coming to a medical practice in Oldham after councillors greenlit a two-storey extension this week.

The Morris family in Hadfield has once again delighted the community with their annual Halloween attraction, transforming their home into a spooky trail - all in aid of local charity Crossroads Derbyshire. 

Oldham Council is running a competition for one lucky winner to join Santa for the Christmas Lights switch-on in the town centre.

Hadfield Bowling Club is appealing to the local community to support their crowdfunding campaign for a vital upgrade.

Willow Wood Hospice is inviting the community to get into the Christmas spirit while supporting local hospice care, with a calendar full of festive fundraising events this winter.

A viral ice cream parlour and cafe in Saddleworth is due to get a major makeover.

Extra powers will be in place in Manchester City Centre following several serious incidents in Manchester City Centre.

Grab your wellies and bright outdoor clothes to come and help clear vegetation preventing the natural flow of the stream which runs down Wesley Street in Old Glossop. 

As the economy in Manchester grows, the city’s increased wealth is struggling to make its way down the A62 to Oldham.

A state-of-the-art 3G pitch and Sports Club has officially opened in Droylsden, marking a major investment in grassroots sport for the Tameside community.

A tragic incident on the railway tracks at Ashton-under-Lyne sparked a large emergency response yesterday evening (6 November).

Willow Wood Hospice is celebrating after its Glossop charity shop was crowned the East Midlands winner in the UK’s Favourite Charity Shop Awards 2025. 

Police are continuing to appeal for information in the search for a missing teenage girl who has not been seen for two weeks.

One of the UK’s oldest and boldest brass bands is set to bring festive cheer to Stalybridge this December, as the historic Stalybridge Old Band presents The Best of Christmas Brass.

A much-loved Hyde pub is raising a glass after its operators were recognised among the very best in the country.

Denton South councillor George Newton has launched a campaign calling for a significant investment in Haughton Green Village, urging Tameside Council to allocate a fair share of the borough’s £1.5 million Government “Pride in Place” funding to the community.

Each year, local charity Action Together leads the much-loved Tameside Toy Appeal, and for 2025, it’s back to spread Christmas cheer and support families in need across the borough.

Oldhamers are being invited to remember the brave servicemen and women who served in the armed forces and sacrificed their lives for the country at Remembrance Services across the town on Sunday.

A much-loved Glodwick building is set for a new chapter as the refurbished Marlborough Centre officially reopens under the management of local boxing organisation, NxtGen Boxing.

Pay strikes by Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) workers is set to escalate - Unite, the UK’s leading union has announced.

Communities across Tameside will once again come together to honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who gave their lives in the two world wars and in conflicts since.

Passengers in Greater Manchester will be among the first in the country to benefit from simpler and more convenient train travel when a confusing range of fares are replaced by two simple options in December.

Ashton United Football Clubs ground played host to a special Children in Need event today, Wednesday 5th November, as BBC Radio Manchester presenters Joe McGrath and Simone Riley stopped off in Ashton-under-Lyne as part of The Thousand Mile Challenge.

Local foster carers who open their hearts and homes to vulnerable children and young people have been recognised for their incredible commitment to changing lives across the borough.

An inspirational Oldham College ESOL teacher has won a top accolade.

A £500,000 project to upgrade more than 1.7km of Oldham’s water mains is underway.

A 13-year-old girl went missing from her care placement and was located with her sister nine days later in the house of a stranger later convicted of raping her, a safeguarding review has found.

Theatre Arts of Dukinfield and Ashton (TADAA) rock Mossley’s George Lawton Hall.

Children from 14 schools across Victorious Academies Trust have proudly completed a pioneering Wellbeing Ambassador Programme, equipping them with the skills, confidence and compassion to champion mental health in their school communities.

A Tameside couple have shared how Tameside Carers Centre has become a vital source of support as they care for a family member living with late-stage Alzheimer’s.

A political group has been accused of giving a ‘misleading impression’ to the public amid claims a hospital could soon receive 40 desperately-needed new beds.

Greater Manchester’s emergency services have joined forces to urge residents to stay safe and behave responsibly this Bonfire Night, following a rise in deliberate fires and fireworks-related anti-social behaviour last year.

Portland Basin Museum, Park Bridge and Werneth Low country park are just some of the iconic Tameside landmarks that could benefit from a cash injection over the next decade.

More than 100 pairs of shoes for tiny and teenage feet have formed an emotive protest outside a Derbyshire council HQ to highlight years of failure over special educational support.

The transformation the old Denton Baths site into an apartment block is set to be completed by spring 2027. 

A routine shopping trip in Ashton’s M&S turned into a terrifying ordeal when Elaine Oliver suddenly began bleeding heavily after a vein burst in her leg, but thanks to the swift actions of staff, shoppers, and a retired nurse, she received vital first aid before paramedics arrived.

Gallery Oldham’s much-loved Old Library and Art Gallery building has officially reopened, with stunning new permanent displays celebrating the town's rich history, people and art.

An MP is calling for a justice centre to return to a Greater Manchester borough more than 10 years after its courts were shut down and later demolished.

The Oldham Works Summit and Future Ready Careers Experience both take place this week.

A Denton woman has been ordered to pay more than £500 after admitting to dumping several black bin bags of rubbish on a street near her home.

Cllr Eddie Moores and his wife Kath opted to start fostering when they were 25 and smile as they recall their time as foster carers.

A Tameside family has spoken of their heartbreak after their long-awaited home adaptation project for their disabled daughter fell apart, leaving them without a working wet room, without heating and without the funds to put things right.

A nursing home described as foul-smelling as it was placed in special measures last year has seen some improvement, a watchdog says.

People are being urged to avoid a Chadderton Street after a suspicious item was recovered from inside an address this evening.

Vacant grassland in Hattersley may soon be transformed into a park that could become ‘the central hub for play’.

It was a day of joy and celebration at Charnley House Care Home in Hyde on Friday 31st October, as family, residents and staff came together to mark the 102nd birthday of Rose Duggan.

Police have made significant progress in tackling Organised Immigration Crime (OIC) including sham marriages across Greater Manchester.

Leading theatre company Tamasha unveils the world premiere of Tamasha Tales - a new series of short form commissions that honours global storytelling and explores cultural intersectionality through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Older residents in Tameside are being invited to take part in a special Functional Fitness MOT this November, offering free fitness assessments and expert advice to help people aged 50 and over stay active, healthy and independent.

Train operator Northern has launched a campaign to show that travelling by train costs less than many everyday purchases.

Mossley residents have been busy with their knitting needles this autumn, and the result is nothing short of extraordinary.

A man has been charged following an assault in which a police officer was injured outside a pub in Failsworth on Friday evening.

Denton rolled out a warm welcome this weekend as delegations from its twin towns, Montigny-le-Bretonneux in France and Kierspe in Germany, arrived in Tameside for a celebration of friendship, culture and community spirit.

Neighbourhood officers in Tameside have teamed up with Foundation 92 to launch an innovative new project aimed at engaging young people and tackling anti-social behaviour across the borough.

Local care leavers across Tameside are set to come together this November to celebrate their achievements and take part in a packed programme of events as part of National Care Leavers’ Month (NCLM).

Waterloo and Taunton Conservative Club in Ashton-under-Lyne got into the spooky spirit at the weekend with a fantastic Halloween Fancy Dress Party.

An Ashton-born Lancaster bomber veteran, Jeffrey Brown, has celebrated his 100th birthday with a surprise wartime-themed party in Mottram, surrounded by family, friends, and distinguished guests from across the world.

Oldham council plans to spend £1m to buy and demolish a vacant building in the town centre to ‘improve sightlines’ to the Coliseum theatre. 

A children’s home in Oldham has been slammed as unsafe by a government watchdog after it was found kids have gone missing and can vape and smoke ‘unchallenged’. 

A teenager has been charged with Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) after assaulting a woman in October, last year.

Police are appealing for the public's help after a teenage girl goes missing.

A man who has dedicated his life to public service has joined a major campaign for better and safe parking for patients, carers and NHS staff at the Royal Oldham Hospital.

TransPennine Express (TPE) is brewing up some fangtastic fun across its network with a spooktacular game of Trip or Treat.

A retirement housebuilder has reported unprecedented interest in Sydney Grange, McCarthy Stone’s latest Retirement Living development in Failsworth.

A Stalybridge woman who has raised tens of thousands of pounds for cancer charities is urging others not to ignore their breast screening invitations, after her own diagnosis came completely out of the blue.

As Bonfire Night approaches, Dogs Trust Manchester is urging pet owners across Tameside, Oldham and beyond to take extra steps to help their dogs stay calm and safe during firework season.

A new retail and leisure development is being proposed for the former Audi dealership site on Stockport Road, Gee Cross.

Neighbourhood officers will be out across Greater Manchester to help ensure that Halloween and Bonfire Night celebrations are enjoyed safely and responsibly.

A town centre road crucial for accessing Oldham’s biggest football pitch will be closed for 18 months from next year January as part of a major project to improve the sewer system.

An ‘unusual’ giant artwork has been erected outside Boundary Park stadium in Oldham. The eight-metre tall embryo was put up by local legend and football club owner Frank Rothwell.

Gourley Veterinary Surgeons Ashton-Under-Lyne has launched a new campaign to help local pet owners protect their animals from the stress caused by seasonal fireworks displays.

A former hotel and wedding venue in a ‘peaceful’ village in Saddleworth may soon become home to a new HMO.

Reform UK has reshuffled its cabinet members for education following the resignation of one councillor for “personal reasons”. 

A Derbyshire mum’s petition calling for children to be allowed 10 days off school during term time without being fined has been rejected by the Government.

Motorists across Glossop were left fuming on Monday, October 27, after an unauthorised road closure at Back Moor caused widespread traffic chaos during the morning rush hour.

A new youth-led initiative from Adaptive Gaming Youth & Community CIC is empowering students at St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy.

An entrepreneur who has built his career managing the intense demands of the data centre industry is returning to his roots in Oldham to share his passion for helping businesses protect and manage their data more effectively.

Staff at Tibard swapped their usual uniforms for bold, bright outfits as they celebrated Wear It Pink Day on Thursday 23rd October, raising funds and awareness for Breast Cancer Now.

Thousands of illegal products, ranging from illicit vapes to counterfeit children’s toys and unlicensed cosmetic injectables, have been seized from 21 businesses across Tameside in a major multi-agency crackdown on organised crime.

Police in partnership with Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has launched a new and improved digital reporting tool to help keep passengers and staff safe across the region’s public transport.

A new campaign encouraging women from Black and South Asian communities to attend breast screening and see their GP if they notice potential symptoms of breast cancer has been launched in Greater Manchester.

A former butchers’ shop in Oldham could be turned into a ‘student accommodation’ HMO – but some neighbours are not convinced by the idea. 

The rejuvenation of Ashton Town Hall from rack and ruin will be complete by 2030, say council bosses.

A bold vision to bring almost 10,000 homes, multiple town centre overhauls and two new train stations to Tameside has been given the final sign-off. 

Ashton town centre has been a building site in recent months, but now a huge redevelopment project is finally starting to take shape.

TransPennine Express (TPE) has partnered with ivee, the recruitment platform built for people returning to work after a career break.

A former pub in Oldham could be demolished by the creators of Colin the Caterpillar. Park Cakes Bakery, which produces the bug-shaped sweet treat for M&S, plans to bulldoze the former Honeywell Arms in Medlock Vale.

Oldham’s economy continues to show signs of steady growth, according to two reports about businesses across Greater Manchester.

Oldham Council is reminding residents that help, and advice are available this winter as the high cost of living continues to affect households across the borough.

As part of National Adoption Week, Adoption Now and Tameside Council joined a national campaign to dispel common myths around adoption and encourage more people to consider opening their hearts and homes to a child.

Workers at housing charity Shelter are being balloted for industrial action in a dispute over pay and working conditions.

Now that the clocks have gone back and with the nights drawing in - Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is launching ‘Darker Nights’.

Derbyshire County Council has argued that the authority is in a better place financially than it has been for several years since the new Reform UK administration was elected nearly six months ago

Widdop & Co - one of the UK’s longest-standing gift and homeware wholesalers, with roots going back to 1883, opened its first permanent Home of Gifts Outlet yesterday (October 27) on its premises in Chadderton.

Commuters could face major disruption which could interrupt festive travel in Greater Manchester next month as almost 320 tram drivers are being balloted over working conditions and fears around fatigue.

TransPennine Express (TPE) is all aboard for flavour this season, rolling out its new seasonal First-Class menus packed with hearty, locally-inspired dishes and suggested wine pairings – and there’s even a toast to 200 years of railway heritage.

At 24 years old, I had to watch doctors turn my dad’s life support machine off. After losing him, I became a recluse, as all I had known for the past year was to be his carer. 

Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a wanted man from North Manchester and Tameside.

Market Avenue was transformed into a hive of Halloween activity over the weekend, as Streetlife 3: A Nightmare on Market Avenue kicked off in spine-tingling style.

National Highways has apologised following unexpected chaos this morning for motorists.

An autumnal day of creativity, movement and community spirit marked the fourth birthday of Mossley arts centre The Vale at the weekend, with a host of free activities enjoyed by visitors of all ages.

A special charity which supports and provides opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs in Oldham is looking for 30 sponsors to help it to host a jubilant occasion.

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is highlighting its ongoing Need a Hand customer support campaign ahead of winter and renewed cost-of-living pressures.

More disruption to Aer Lingus flights departing and arriving at Manchester Airport Terminal 2 as cabin crew expected to walk out on more days.

I am surrounded by goats. One has its front hooves resting on my belly as it looks longingly up at a piece of shrubbery in my left hand. Two more are playfully butting heads in the straw.

People who look after someone in Tameside are being invited to learn about their rights, get practical advice, and connect with a range of local services and organisations at a special event later this month.

Friday 24 October marked the end of an era for Tameside Council as Interim Chief Executive Harry Catherall stepped down after a year of dedicated leadership, leaving behind a legacy rooted in opportunity, service and community pride.

The founder of Mummy’s Star, the UK and Ireland’s only charity dedicated to supporting women and families facing cancer during pregnancy, and post-natally, has been awarded an honorary MBE.

Jack Badger Ltd, a traditional joinery company based in Old Glossop, has been selected to appear in an international advertising campaign for Google Workspace. 

Derbyshire County Council cabinet members have agreed to pump £900,000 into a project to improve digital connectivity in communities where broadband speeds are lowest.

Mettrick’s Butchers of Glossop have once again proven they’re at the top of their craft - winning “Best Game Product” in the prestigious National Craft Butchers Awards 2025. 

Derbyshire residents, could see better jobs, more affordable homes and stronger, fairer communities through a bold, new, 10-year growth plan.

A Glossop-based stonemasonry company is hoping to help communities across the High Peak restore and preserve their war memorials.

The Cinnamon Trust, the national charity that helps elderly and terminally ill people care for their pets, is appealing for volunteers to lend a hand (and a lead!). 

A finance boss in Oldham has been slammed for ‘repeated no-shows’ at key meetings as the council faces difficulties with its finances. 

A groundbreaking national campaign, Pink Chai, has gained widespread recognition across the South Asian community and beyond by blending cultural connection with a powerful message about breast cancer awareness and care.

Hundreds of local residents could soon be hearing the words “you’re hired” thanks to the launch of an ambitious new apprenticeship recruitment campaign, Train Tameside 500.

What the weather has in store for us this winter.

Ashton town hall is one step closer to being restored to its former glory as design plans ramp up.

Russell Hobbs - based in Failsworth - has announced a three-year global partnership with international humanitarian charity Action Against Hunger, under the campaign banner Make a Meal Difference.

More than 200 guests stepped back in time to the roaring 1920s last weekend for Willow Wood Hospice’s Glitz Gala Ball, which raised over £30,000 to support patient care.

Oldham police have issued guidance on the use of fireworks and anyone who does not adhere to the rules could be fined up to £5,000 or face imprisonment.

A Hyde bin crew have been praised for their kindness and quick thinking after coming to the aid of an elderly woman who had fallen in her home.

Denton-based Ensemble Theatre served up an afternoon tea dance and entertainment with a difference for the group’s latest offering.

The Place of Welcome team in Ashton are celebrating after raising £1,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

The former Wilko store in Ashton-under-Lyne town centre is set for a new lease of life, as a home for learning. Tameside College has today officially signed the lease for the vacant building, paving the way for its transformation into a new education facility.

Tameside Council has ruled out plans to use a disused building in West End Park, Ashton-under-Lyne, as a temporary shelter for rough sleepers this winter, following a wave of public concern and vocal opposition from residents.

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is celebrating winning a prestigious housing industry award for its flagship £20 million West Vale development.

Construction of the new Forestry Skills Centre at Northern Roots reached an exciting landmark recently, as Leader of Oldham Council Cllr Arooj Shah joined dignitaries, the Northern Roots charity and partners to sign a key structural steel beam on the new build.

Community groups across Derbyshire are being offered free financial support to help tackle fuel poverty and keep residents warm this winter, thanks to National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED).

A report has revealed ‘embarrassing mismanagement’ which led to Oldham councillors being overpaid by more than £100,000. 

Pupils from Broadbottom CE Primary School and Mottram CE Primary School have teamed up with Mottram Parish Church to make a meaningful difference in their community, donating over 260kg of food to Tameside South Foodbank.

More than a hundred new ‘affordable’ homes are planned for the site of a former railway in Oldham that has been left vacant for several years. 

The highly anticipated line-up for Glossop Market Hall continues to grow, and we are pleased to announce three more stellar independent businesses set to join the newly restored venue this November. 

Bowl cancer survivor Sam Pescott is taking part in the charity’s Walkies Together challenge by walking 44 miles with her adopted dog Podrick throughout October.

Salford-based brewer and pub retailer Hydes has crowned the 2025 winner of its much-loved annual ‘Pub Factor’ singing competition.

Exceptional community groups based in the High Peak are being invited to throw their hats in the ring for the Crompton & Woodcock Awards 2025.

An iconic Glossop band has reunited to honour their late friend and fellow musician, raising more than £1,000 for Cancer Research UK. 

The town's Hindu community came together to celebrate the festival of Diwali at Indian Association Oldham.

Tameside has a new sporting sensation - and he’s only two years old.

Hulme Grammar School has marked the launch of the Brenda Mills Institute of Innovation and Technology (BMIIT) with a dynamic week of events as part of the Manchester Science Festival.

On a Monday night at the Grafton Centre in Hyde, a group of men sit quietly in a circle. There’s no small talk about football, no pints in hand, just an orange ball being passed from one person to the next. Whoever holds it has the floor. They speak, and the rest listen.

A project to build an Eton-linked school in Oldham town centre has come under fire as it continues to wait for a green light from government. 

Oldham Council has unveiled a spectacular line-up of autumn and winter events - complete with exciting new surprises - all designed to bring the community together and support local businesses.

The transformation of an old Tameside power station into homes will go ahead after receiving the final sign-off.

Oldham Council has announced changes to the way licensed vehicles are tested in the borough, as part of its ongoing work to reduce waiting times and future-proof its vehicle testing service.

Following a run of seven straight defeats, Glossop North End have parted ways with first team manager Richard Brodie. 

Get ready to rewind the decades as Stalybridge Civic Hall opens its doors to the So Retro Vintage & Vinyl Fair on Sunday 2nd November, from 11am to 4pm.

Nine-year-old Joseph from Oldham has set his sights on an incredible challenge, swimming 8 kilometres this October to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH), the place he says, “gave him his life back.”

Survivors of child sexual exploitation in Greater Manchester feel they are ‘back to square one’ after several women quit the panel of a national inquiry into historic grooming cases. 

A planning application has been submitted that, if approved, will pave the way for vital improvement works at Denton Town Hall, helping to preserve one of the town’s most historically significant and much-loved buildings for future generations.

People living with Parkinson’s and their loved ones across Greater Manchester are being invited to take part in a new creative arts project designed to help children understand Parkinson’s in a fun and imaginative way.

Police have issued an appeal to find a 76-year-old woman who has not been seen since last night.

Ashton United moved up to 7th in the NPL Premier table on Saturday after a 2-1 win at Stockton Town, ending the hosts’ unbeaten home record in the process. 

A national TV campaign backed by Dr Kershaw’s Hospice has won an award at the prestigious Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards.

A Royton resident has scooped the Sustainability Champion award at this year's Anchor Loving Later Life Awards.

Oldham Council, one of Oldham’s biggest employers, has announced a ‘recruitment freeze’ as it grapples with a predicted £23m black hole in its finances.

Oldham Council won’t be holding its traditional bonfire event for the second year in a row, a spokesperson has confirmed.

An opportunity to explore local support and advice in person will be available at Holy Trinity Church, Ashton-under-Lyne, on Tuesday 18 November, when a special community event takes place from 2pm to 4pm.

Next month the skies over Oldham are set to be filled with colour as firework and bonfire events return to the borough.

Bonfire night is just around the corner and Tameside is set to mark the occasion in spectacular style.

Communities across Tameside came together last weekend for a heartwarming celebration of diversity, unity, and wellbeing at Ashton Central Mosque.

A special ceremony will take place later this week at Dukinfield Town Hall to mark World Polio Day and celebrate the global progress made towards eradicating the disease.

Dukinfield and Stalybridge Rotary Club has kicked off its annual Christmas Toy Appeal, calling on the local community to help bring festive cheer to children in need across Tameside.

People who look after a loved one in Tameside are being encouraged to share their experiences as part of the National Adult Carers Survey.

A local breast cancer support group founded by two friends has raised an incredible £5,500 for charity through their very own “Calendar Girls” style project.

A 43-year-old man, along with an accomplice from Oldham, has been sentenced to prison after running one of the country’s biggest drug trafficking networks joining six other criminals locked up in July.

United Utilities has completed a project in Oldham to improve water quality in the River Irk by stopping a storm overflow from operating.

Local residents are being invited to a police surgery to raise any concerns they may have and to tackle the issues that matter to them.

Three men have been charged following a pitch invasion that caused a delay during Salford City's Leagues match against Oldham Athletic at the Peninsula Stadium.

National Adoption Week is taking place this week with the aim of dispelling myths and reducing barriers to people considering adoption in Oldham and Tameside.

Northern is calling on schools, clubs, and friendship groups to ditch a cramped minibus and hop aboard the train this autumn – with discounts of up to 30 per cent available for groups of ten or more.

A record-breaking total of more than £2,000 was raised at the 20th Mossley SOUP event last Thursday, marking another inspiring milestone for the community crowdfunding initiative that continues to prove the power of local people coming together to make a difference.

A group of Tameside students made history this week as they became some of the first visitors to step inside the Science and Industry Museum’s iconic Power Hall: The Andrew Law Gallery, which reopened on Friday 17 October after six years of closure.

Right now, tens of thousands of people are waiting to be told a house is available for them, so talk of a ‘housing crisis’ is not just political propaganda.

Thousands more Greater Manchester households including in Oldham and Tameside could be at risk from the impacts of flooding in the next 25 years unless action is taken, new research has shown.

A fundraising gala ball in Buxton is set to celebrate 35 years of a local hospice charity, and tables are now available to book.

Whether you enjoy a challenging hike or a casual stroll, the High Peak caters to a diverse range of preferences.

Stockport based NK Theatre Arts head to New Mills Art Theatre for the very first time with their production of Rock Of Ages.