The latest news from Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
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SEN shoes protest
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.
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Old baths transformation takes huge step forward
The transformation the old Denton Baths site into an apartment block is set t be completed by spring 2027.
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Quick-thinking shoppers and staff rush to help woman after sudden medical emergency
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.
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Oldham’s historic gallery reopens its doors
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.
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‘People feel that justice has left our town’
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.
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"Oldham is entering a confident new chapter" — two major events to drive career opportunities in the borough
The Oldham Works Summit and Future Ready Careers Experience both take place this week.
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Denton woman fined for fly-tipping black bags of rubbish
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.
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"You will create so many happy memories like we did" - the Mayor and Mayoress of Oldham share their journey as foster carers as they urge others to take the step
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.
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“We just want our daughter to have a home she can live in safely”- Tameside family’s heartfelt appeal after home adaptation project collapses
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.
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Special measures nursing home makes improvements
A nursing home described as foul-smelling as it was placed in special measures last year has seen some improvement, a watchdog says.
