The latest news from Thursday, August 28th, 2025
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Memorial Park secures Green Flag again
The Memorial Park in Whaley Bridge has been awarded a prestigious Green Flag for the eleventh successive year.
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High Peak MP announces ground breaking Peak Partnership
After decades of being overlooked and not getting their fair share, the Peak Partnership, announced last week, has the potential to be a real game changer for High Peak.
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Exclusive: Jeremy Corbyn arrives in Oldham to talk about his new party
Jeremy Corbyn has arrived in Oldham tonight to talk about his new political party to gain the support of local constituents.
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‘Controversial’ level crossing to close for six months
A historic level crossing is set to close for six months after reports of ‘near misses’ with pedestrians on the track.
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Derbyshire Police online: have your say
The Police National Social Media Survey is back this summer, and Derbyshire Constabulary would love to hear from the community.
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Glossop turns ‘REUBlue’ as charity hosts Celebration Day
The town of Glossop and wider High Peak community came together in their hundreds on Saturday to support Reuben’s Retreat, in honour of the charity’s ongoing mission to complete their build.
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£3,000 up for grabs in Dr Kershaw’s Anniversary Raffle Draw
For just £1, you could win up to £3,000 in Dr Kershaw's 22nd Anniversary Raffle Draw.
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Brave whippet Harry fights for recovery after hit-and-run
A fun-loving whippet from Charlesworth is making a remarkable recovery after a hit-and-run incident left him fighting for his life on the eve of his fifth birthday.
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Plans for historic town centre building approved
An iconic building in Stalybridge will get an extension as part of plans to make the building more accessible.
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From stray to sweetheart: Mira the cane corso cross awaits her forever home
A gentle giant with a heart full of love is patiently waiting for a second chance at happiness - and she might just be the perfect companion for someone right here in Tameside.
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Man wanted by police for series of burglaries
A serial burglar is wanted by police in connection with multiple offences across Greater Manchester.
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Police appeal to find family of man found dead
Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace family of a man who has been found dead at his home in Oldham.
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We asked 64 people in every Greater Manchester borough what they think about Nigel Farage’s immigration policy
It’s an early August Friday night and the sun is out. Altrincham should be noisy with drinkers celebrating the start of the weekend.
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Town hall bosses ‘statement of intent’ over massive town centre regeneration
The demolition of a shopping centre in the heart of Ashton could soon unlock the regeneration of the entire town centre.
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£3,000 grants available to support physical activity for people with Parkinson’s
Local activity providers, exercise professionals, and community groups in Tameside are being encouraged to apply for funding of up to £3,000 as part of Parkinson’s UK’s Physical Activity Grants programme, now open for its fifth successive year.
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Council issues warning about St George’s flag on roundabouts
Oldham Council has issued a warning to residents not to paint the St George’s flag on public property.
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Wildlife mural unveiled to celebrate community’s role in Medlock Valley restoration
A vibrant new wildlife mural has been unveiled at Clayton Vale Nature Reserve, celebrating the community’s vital involvement in the £1.2 million restoration of the Medlock Valley.
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Derbyshire County Council: "No plans to remove flags"
Reform UK-led Derbyshire County Council has now confirmed that it has no current plans to remove either St George’s Cross or Union Jack flags displayed on lampposts or roundabouts.
