The latest news from Friday, December 12th, 2025
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League Two Preview: Crawley Town v Latics
Latics boss Micky Mellon likes to present each game as an opportunity to do something – anything from building on previous success to the righting wrongs.
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MP Debbie Abrahams briefed on FCHOs big project
Local MP Debbie Abrahams has been briefed by First Choice Homes Oldham's (FCHO) chief executive about the housing association's proposed 147-home Southlink development - its biggest ever project.
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Work underway at Wrigley Head Solar Farm
Work is underway on Oldham’s first solar farm, a council-funded clean energy scheme next to the Rochdale Canal in Failsworth.
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Hulme Grammar School ignites future tech talent with junior hackathon backed by lovable and purple
A leading independent school in Oldham is set to become a hub of innovation next week as it hosts an exciting Junior Hackathon for students aged eight to 18.
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Tameside mum turns daughters struggles into two inspiring new books
A Tameside mum has turned years of navigating selective mutism, autism, and school challenges with her daughter into two heartfelt new book releases, hoping to offer comfort, understanding and a vital communication tool to families facing similar struggles.
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Eton Star Academy given green light in Oldham
An Eton-backed secondary school is coming to Oldham, the government has confirmed. The Eton Star Academy has officially been greenlit by the Department for Education, after the project was put on hold for more than a year.
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Bold new vision for Denton set for council approval
A major transformation of Denton town centre is a step closer as Tameside Council’s Executive Cabinet prepares to consider a bold regeneration plan later this month.
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Tameside set for major transport boost as rail joins the Bee Network in 2026
With just one year to go until rail becomes part of Greater Manchester’s Bee Network, Tameside is preparing for a major leap forward in connectivity.
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NHS Greater Manchester issues guidance ahead of resident doctor strikes
NHS Greater Manchester is advising patients across the region on how to access care during planned industrial action by resident doctors (formerly junior doctors).
