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Six men were arrested at the Oasis concert yesterday, as police confirm the first event passed without serious incident.

A charity service in Oldham that has ‘transformed people’s lives’ is being forced to close down after more than eight years providing vital services to vulnerable people in the community.

Poundland in Oldham has reopened after an ‘unexpected’ closure last week sparked confusion among local shoppers.

Unite the Union has suspended deputy prime minister and Ashton-Under-Lyne MP Angela Rayner in the latest escalation of the Birmingham bin strike row.

Plans for a huge new multi-storey car park and footbridge in Stalybridge have taken another step forward. 

The interim chief executive, who first joined Tameside Council to assist after the loss of their previous CEO, has landed a government role helping other struggling councils.

Greater Manchester Police has made 185 arrests during a recent national week of action and launched a speedwatch programme in Saddleworth and Lees.

Police have arrested five men suspected of being a part of an organised crime group in Oldham and Rochdale.

Derbyshire's trading standards team has issued a warning after nearly half of doorstep crimes reported to them last year involved roofing work.

The next chief executive of Tameside Council is set to be appointed next week.

Tameside Council has announced they will be investing £1.5 million into SEND education across the borough.

A joint investigation between Derbyshire Police and the Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service into a fire in a High Peak factory has concluded.

A local academy has issued a warning to pupils and appealed to parents for support following an attempted abduction of one of its students near the school.

Derbyshire County Council managing director Emma Alexander has been recommended for a senior role a Tameside Council.

Greater Manchester Police is working with partners to ensure Oasis’ homecoming shows pass by safely at Manchester’s Heaton Park starting tomorrow (Friday).

A new permanent chief executive has been recommended for appointment at Tameside Council.

Derbyshire County Council have announced they will be holding a "Stop Loan Sharks" event to teach people in the community how to better protect their money.

A Healthwatch Centre in Tameside has been threatened with closure as part of wider government plans to reform health services in England.

Councillors in Oldham have called for a change in rules to stop landlords turning homes into HMOs without planning permission.

Plans to tunnel underneath Manchester city centre to run underground trains and trams will be drawn up, Andy Burnham has announced.

Local residents have been left in shock as images from a road works site show a child several feet away from an active digger.

Police have found a dangerous firearm following a search of an area of woodland in Oldham.

Greater Manchester is heading for its ‘best decade since the Victorian period’, Andy Burnham has claimed.

A new scheme is aimed at helping key workers and armed forces personnel get on the housing ladder in Oldham.

The annual Madonna Del Rosario procession returned to the city streets on Sunday as part of one of Manchester’s longest-standing cultural traditions.

Stalybridge’s Bower Fold went back to the ‘80s along Tameside Radio’s Banter Boys Mark and Dan for a special fundraiser organised by Angie Wild.

Tickets are selling fast for Tameside Youth Theatre’s next production which is none other than the hit musical sensation High School Musical.

Dukinfield’s Ravensfield Primary School celebrated their very own Arts Award presentation. 

Dozens of older models were driven into Broadbottom on Saturday for a full weekend featuring music, entertainment, and a judging panel - hosted by the High Peak Classic Car Group. 

Members of the Shree Bharatiya Mandal (SBM) Indian Association Tameside and friends stepped out for their annual fundraising walk recently.

Students at Stalybridge-based Works4u are celebrating becoming ‘Record Breakers’ after taking part in a Guinness World Record attempt. 

Volunteer Circle of Friends (Denton) is celebrating after receiving a cash boost of more than £3,300 for its good work in the community.

A recent report has found Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Trust has one of the lowest rates of medical negligence claims in England.

Tucked away in a quiet area of Greenacres is Oldham-born filmmaker, Abdul Rouf who hopes to put his hometown on the map by confronting controversial issues through digital media.

Families are being invited to a Family Orienteering Event at Alexandra Park in Oldham this weekend.

Families in Tameside will soon benefit from a new service set to give support to parents and young children, the Government has announced.

Oldhamers are being asked for their thoughts on a plan to build 1,500 homes on the greenbelt.

Local park users were bowled over last week when roughly 50 children from local primary schools descended on Manor Park Bowling Club to take part in the second annual Crown Green Bowling Festival.

A poetry evening aimed at bringing people together has been hailed as a huge success in Oldham.

Tameside Council have urged people to be more cautious when asking others to remove waste on their behalf after a Mottram woman was taken to court.

A man was arrested after he was caught driving a car without a valid driving licence.

A GREATER Manchester veterinary clinic is warning dog owners to be extra vigilant while walking their pets near rivers and canals after a much-loved family pet needed emergency treatment to remove three fish hooks.

High Peak MP Jon Pearce has launched a petition calling to ban the sale of disposable barbecues across the High Peak.

A walker has died after falling down a waterfall in the Peak District.

Drivers are being warned to expect a second day of closures and delays across the M60 after an eight-vehicle crash yesterday (7th July).

The upgrades for Stalybridge’s historic art gallery and library have taken a step forward.

A 30-day station closure is likely to cause travel delays for commuters across two Greater Manchester boroughs next month. From August 30 to September 28, no services will run between Stalybridge and Deighton due to major works taking place at Huddersfield Station. 

Cash-strapped Derbyshire County Council’s efficiency chief has told how the authority’s final report for the 2024-25 financial year is ‘generally favourable’, but the council is ‘not out of the woods’ after two difficult years, and there is still a lot of work to be done.

The M60 has been closed off in both directions between the Junction 25 Bredbury Interchange (Bredbury A560) and the Junction 1 Pyramid Roundabout (Stockport (Cen), A5145).

Oldham Council and a local academy have expressed their deep sadness at the passing of Sir Brian Clarke, the world-renowned stained glass artist and one of Oldham’s most celebrated sons.

Officers from the Westwood and Coldhurst policing team seized a large number of illegal disposable vapes.

MP Jonathan Reynolds has spoken out after the government's U-turn on its benefits bill, which will see Pip claimants better protected and some universal credit cuts reversed.

A bomb disposal team was called out to a village near Glossop on Thursday (3rd July) after the discovery of two unexploded shells in the area.

Finalists at this year’s Oldham Business Awards have been announced at an unveiling party held at Grains Bar Hotel in Oldham – one of last year’s winners.

Police are appealing for the public’s help in finding a 40-year-old man who has gone missing.

A pub in Chadderton has suddenly shut its doors as it searches for a new landlord to take over management.

The successful prosecution was brought by Derbyshire County Council's Trading Standards Team following an investigation.

Your voice could be part of preserving a piece of this very special restaurant’s past.

A Dispersal Order has been issued ahead of Glossop Carnival to curb youth anti-social behaviour.

The Government has announced its latest plans for a neighbourhood health service to be introduced as part of its 10 Year Health Plan.

United Utilities has promised to invest £215 million into improving water quality across Tameside across the next five years. 

Greater Manchester Police has authorised a Section 60 order in Oldham following a night of disorder.

The HSBC bank in Ashton closed down two years ago – now it will be turned into apartments.

The speed restrictions that have been holding up drivers on the M67 for two years are finally going.

Plans to build a new apartment block in Uppermill, Saddleworth, have been rejected after they sparked fears among residents of ‘horrifying’ consequences. 

A date has been set for the first part of a ‘transformational’ project to get underway in Oldham town centre.

A drug dealer who tortured and murdered a man in his home in Mossley has been sentenced.

Oldham is gearing up for the biggest summer celebration to be staged in the town centre tomorrow (Saturday)

The Anthony Seddon Fund has extended its deadline for people to nominate friends, colleagues, and teachers for its Mental Health Community Awards.

Back in June, Oldham Council asked residents to name its new feathered friends that had hatched on the Civic Centre Tower, and the results are now in.

A new exhibition is set to be launching in Ashton's Portland Basin Museum to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

GMP’s chief constable ‘sleeps well at night’ after the police inspectorate found cops have improved fighting grooming — but need to do more in some areas.

‘Widespread’ and ‘systematic’ failings have been in Tameside council’s care of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). 

Oldham Council is extending out-of-hours services for urgent burials.

Tameside Council have confirmed they will be among one of the first areas to benefit from the government's new VALOUR network, which aims to offer tailored support to veterans across the north of England.

Greater Manchester Police has improved tackling child grooming by treating it like organised crime — but still face fundamental issues in fighting ‘devastating’ exploitation. 

An inquest has opened after the body of a Dukinfield man was found on a beach in West Cumbria.

When Dave Palmer set out for a weekend in the Welsh mountains, he was enjoying a lifelong passion. But what began as a light-hearted adventure sadly turned into a tragic life-altering event. 

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has authorised a Section 60 authority in the city centre following a horror double stabbing.

The face of Oldham is set to change forever following the approval of six major developments. 

People across Derbyshire are being asked to have their say on how local council services are delivered in the future, as part of the biggest change to local government in 50 years.

Reform UK are to back a two-council north/south Derbyshire local government reshuffle, in a step away from their Conservative predecessors and national leader Nigel Farage.

A shocking 86 firearms have been seized across Greater Manchester in the past year - as police clampdown on gun crime.

Supporters of Save Roughfields were recently devasted to find their newly planted community orchard has been vandalised. 

Derbyshire Constabulary have seized a further 33 e-scooters as part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal use across the county.

Oldham-born Professor Brian Cox has arrived in Oldham to inspire the next generation of scientists and to put the 'town on the centre of the universe'.

Oldham has become the first borough in Greater Manchester to invest in the groundbreaking MegaHub programme - a bold move that’s opening up new digital and tech opportunities for local students.

A knife was discovered by police during an operation near a children’s playground in Oldham yesterday (Tuesday).

A sex offender who groomed an innocent girl and engaged in sexual activity with her over a one-year period has been jailed for 12 months.

A group of elite British cyclists, including Paris 2024 Olympic silver medallist Jess Roberts, traded their bikes for aprons as they joined volunteers at the Tameside Meals SEVA Group project based in Hyde Town Hall.

Local young people are being supported by Willow Wood Hospice’s retail and volunteering teams through a scheme in collaboration with Tameside Council.

A new blue plaque is being unveiled in Glossop.

The entrance to Oldham town centre has had a make-over. The high street can now be accessed from Oldham’s central bus stop via a new community space called Snipe Garden. 

A local Tameside couple, Megan and Mark, have spent the past decade pedalling thousands of miles across the UK, on a tandem bike, all in the name of charity.

In an increasingly digital world, where access to technology determines opportunity, one grassroots organisation in Dukinfield is transforming lives, and landfills with their bold and compassionate mission.

A developer has lost an appeal after being refused permission to convert an old pub into a house of multiple occupation (HMO).

Police have arrested a 38-year-old man on suspicion of raping a girl under the age of 18 as they investigate non-recent child sexual exploitation cases in Oldham.

A 23-year-old man has been jailed for 16-years following a shooting in Oldham in broad daylight.

Poundland in Oldham town centre has been repossessed by its landlords, the Local Democracy Reporting Service understands.

The Deputy Prime Minister and MP for Ashton-under-Lyne, The Right Honourable Angela Rayner, paid a special visit to Rayner High School last week, engaging with students and offering valuable insights into both her political journey and her current role at the heart of the UK government.

Oldham Council has officially opened Snipe Gardens, a new green space and public entrance into Oldham town centre.

Oldham Council is bringing in a fourth School Street at St Luke’s Primary in Chadderton - following the success of similar schemes aimed at improving safety across schools in the borough.

A new funeral home has opened its doors in Ashton, Bowley & Son’s Funeral Directors, added this latest addition to their family-run business which is a place built with compassion, sensitivity, and the heartfelt desire to support local families during their most difficult moments.

Grand Prix Champion Dominic Dale is all set to pot some shots at the latest snooker exhibition to be held in the town.

Two sisters from Droylsden have turned personal tragedy into a powerful mission to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer Now, after breast cancer struck their family across multiple generations.

The M60 was closed for 12 hours yesterday following the collision

This week, Manchester council announced it was making a ‘pioneering’ move by writing off council tax bills for terminally ill Mancs.

After eight years serving in the armed forces, Craig Monaghan’s whole world shattered.

Police are appealing for information following the tragic death of a 57-year-old man on Junction 22 of the M60 early today.

Amidst wars, disputes and rising global tensions, one small group is making a big difference – offering meals to those in need during a time of soaring inflation and skyrocketing living costs.

Three men have been charged with burglary, theft of motor vehicles and theft from a car after a series of offences in the Oldham area.

Six major projects that could transform the Greater Manchester skyline are set to be greenlit at a special planning meeting at Oldham Council next week.

Sarah and her eight-year old daughter Leila were making tea on a Friday night when part of their ceiling collapsed over their heads.

This week, Manchester council announced it was making a ‘pioneering’ move by writing off council tax bills for terminally ill Mancs.

Oldham’s new market will officially open in September, Oldham council has confirmed.

Police in Failsworth made their presence known as they issued fines to those using the Metrolink trams without a ticket.

Tameside is celebrating a remarkable public health achievement as smoking during pregnancy hits an all-time low in the borough – giving more babies than ever the healthiest possible start in life.

Every Friday at Academy HQ, tucked away in a quiet room filled with colour, compassion and community spirit, a small team of volunteers offer something far more powerful than wigs and scarves, they offer hope.

Operation Vulcan has continued to make a crime-busting difference in Derker since its inception in March.

Police have found a handgun at the back of residential properties in Derker after conducting a search of secluded woodland as part of an ongoing weapons sweep initiative.

​​​​​​​The youngest pupils at St Christopher’s Primary School have proven that even little feet can make a big difference.

Transition to secondary school is both challenging for parent and child – this is why Oldham Council is running a supportive course to help make the move stress free.

Oldham Council is renaming its town centre shopping mall – but not everyone is convinced by the rebrand.

More than 50,000 people in Greater Manchester have no access to daytime bus or tram service — but it’s set to take years to fix.

The empty Wilko unit in the heart of Ashton town centre is set to be taken over by Tameside College.

Lidl is pushing ahead with plans to build a new store in Audenshaw.

CLEAR dementia transformation project at Hyde Primary Care Network (PCN) shortlisted for Nursing Times Award after delivering £1 million in NHS savings and cutting hospital admissions by 27%.

The Anthony Seddon Fund are looking for local people who go above and beyond to promote positive mental health and wellbeing in the community. It's time to celebrate the amazing people who make a difference in our lives!

Mark your calendars for a day packed with community spirit, creativity, and well-being at The Anthony Seddon Fund’s annual open day at The Anthony Seddon Centre, 12 George Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, Saturday 12th July, 11am–3pm.

Two more men, aged 38 and 40, have been arrested on suspicion of rape of a child during early morning raids today (Thurs).

Opportunities to live and learn in Tameside are set to increase following the approval by Tameside Council to lease the former Wilko unit to Tameside College.

A bin crew who helped an elderly woman with dementia to get safely back home have been praised for their caring actions.

Jackie, 61, from Stalybridge supports both Anne and Mel through Shared Lives, a scheme empowering people with a range of needs to share daily life with a carer.

Oldham Athletic forward Kian Harratt has sparked controversy again as he is identified as the man who threw a chair at a woman during a brawl at an Ibiza hotel, with the woman being hit in the viral footage.

An old pub in Ashton will be transformed into a new 54-seat restaurant and a house of multiple occupation (HMO). 

An old mattress warehouse in Ashton will be transformed into a new apartment block. 

Police are growing increasingly concerned for the safety of a teenager who has been missing from home since January.

Businesses forced to close to make way for new housing development.

As the UK begins a national inquiry into grooming gangs, Marlon West tells the heartbreaking story of how his daughter Scarlett was failed by those meant to protect her and the devastating consequences. 

Lyndsey Bertenshaw took on 26.2 miles to support the community hub close to her heart.

A determined mother and her 12-year-old son from Stalybridge have taken on the gruelling Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge to raise awareness for men’s mental health, in memory of a beloved family member lost to suicide.

New images show how a major project to transform Oldham town centre into a ‘vibrant and thriving’ place will look.

The Saddleworth and Lees Neighbourhood Policing Team has launched a Community Speed Watch (CSW) initiative in the area.

Oldham Council has unveiled a series of major developments set to shape the future of the town centre as part of the Building a Better Oldham programme.

Protestors interrupted a housing conference in Manchester after their housing association tried to slap them with a huge rent increase.

The first works have started on a £70m sports project in Oldham, which aims to bring 25,000 weekly visitors by the time it’s completed in 2030.

An Oldham MP has spoken out about a ‘serious problem affecting every corner of the borough’.

This summer, I’m taking on a challenge that’s both physical and personal, swimming the equivalent of the English Channel, 21 miles or 1,351 lengths of a 25m pool, to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Willow Wood Hospice has officially launched a new strategy, setting out its vision to remain at the heart of the Tameside and Glossop communities it serves.

An old night club that was once a major hub for revellers in the heyday of ‘Staly Vegas’ will be transformed into a brand-new food hall.

Residents are being invited to the local police neighbourhood team PACT meeting at Littlemoor Primary School in Oldham.

Oldham Council officials braved the elements this morning as they joined forces for a special flag raising ceremony.

This week marks the beginning of national Neighbourhood Policing Week 2025 - which will see forces across the country highlight and celebrate the vital work being done in local communities.

Funding to support residents in low-income households is being allocated by Tameside Council.

Paige Williams, from Droylsden is the dynamic and incredibly inspiring founder and CEO of P.Louise, attributes much of her brand's success to her challenging upbringing and the values instilled in her through those experiences.

Meet Maggie the beautiful, gentle lurcher mum who has touched the hearts of staff at the RSPCA Tameside and Glossop branch.

Hundreds of mourners gathered in Glodwick today (Monday) to bid a heartfelt farewell to community champion Jewel Miah MBE.

Oldham council has taken its first steps in transforming a grand old ‘eyesore’ in the middle of the town centre.

The potential closure of adult training centres across Derbyshire could “strangle communities” and “hamper growth”, it is feared.

Final preparations are in place for next weekend's Dukinfield Park Family Fun Day.

Tameside Council will have to wait a bit longer for a new chief executive after failing to find the right candidate.

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Trust is now home to 120 ‘Fabler Bjorn’ teddy bears, thanks to a generous donation from IKEA Manchester.

Fatima Women’s Association is hosting a new project this week to help young women build their confidence and brush up on their digital skills.

Oldham Council is marking Armed Forces Week with a special flag raising ceremony tomorrow (Tuesday).

Nine-year-old Millie Barry from Ashton-under-Lyne is not your average schoolgirl. While many children her age are busy planning playdates or school trips, Millie is organising charity fun days, raising thousands of pounds, and offering a message of hope to children facing similar medical journeys.

In recent memory, children’s services in Tameside have been in the spotlight for failures, toxicity and having an oppressive and bullying culture. But for the first time in a while there is a feeling that real change is on the horizon.

Jon Pearce MP has released a statement following the historic news that MPs have approved The Terminally Ill Adults Bill.

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.