The latest news from Monday, June 2nd, 2025
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Schools win awards for giving waste items new life
Primary school students across the High Peak have been recognised for their creativity, innovation and commitment to the environment in the first ever 'Upcycling Challenge'.
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Two Tameside organisations in running for local community fund
Nine community organisations across Greater Manchester have been shortlisted for a grant from the PatchApp Community Fund and the public are being urged to choose the one that matters most to them.
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Fugitive brought back from Caribbean after fleeing UK eight years ago
The recent extradition of convicted drug dealer shows dedicated work from police and partners in catching criminals who think they are safe from capture abroad.
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Hill Biscuits marks 170 years with a nostalgic nod to British baking traditions
The beloved Manchester-based biscuit bakery, is proudly celebrating a monumental 170 years of tradition and baking excellence.
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Man stabbed in Oldham
A man was rushed to hospital after a horror stabbing in Oldham last night.
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Local business facing action after selling knife to underage buyer
A Tameside business is facing the possibility of prosecution after selling a kitchen knife to a person under 18.
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British Transport Police reveals number of sex crimes that took place at Greater Manchester train stations since 2022
Thousands of train station crimes are reported every year, and sex offences at stations across the UK have soared to all-time highs.
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Blythe House Hospice launch their 'Sunflower Memories' appeal
Dedicate a flower in memory of someone you love to support local hospice care.
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Ashton's car boot is back every Sunday this June!
Usually the first Sunday of every month, Ashton's car boot has been extended this June.
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Oldham Athletic celebrate win with a massive parade at Boundary Park
Oldham Athletic fans can celebrate the club’s return to the Football League tonight as the club confirms plans for a celebratory parade.
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Fines for non-payment issued at Hollinwood tram station
Police from the Failsworth, Hollinwood and Limeside Neighbourhood team issued a number of fines for non-payment of fares at a tram stop.
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Teen fighting for his life after falling from balcony whilst fleeing from police
Greater Manchester Police responded to reports of a group of males with machetes on Saturday 31st May.
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Locals have their say on town centre changes
Ashton town centre is currently a building site, with construction workers in hi vis and diggers clanging and banging where the market stalls used to be.
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Sense of community ‘eroded away’ in fly-tipping hotspot
A fly-tipping hotspot in Dukinfield has left one man frustrated by how much of a ‘dump’ his town has become.
