The latest news from Thursday, December 18th, 2025
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Paws, treats and festive cheer
Festive cheer is being spread across Tameside and Glossop this Christmas thanks to a dedicated NHS team going the extra mile to brighten hospital stays during the holiday season.
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Tameside wins national recognition for healthier, sustainable food efforts
Tameside has been recognised on the national stage for its commitment to creating a healthier and more sustainable local food system after being awarded the Sustainable Food Places Bronze Award.
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Young people find new opportunities through Tameside Youth Justice sports partnerships
Young people across Tameside are discovering new ways to learn, grow and connect thanks to a range of projects led by Tameside Youth Justice Service (YJS).
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Global grooves and local soul: The Vale unveils early 2026 live music line-up
From electrifying Congolese dance music to contemporary English and Irish folk, with a healthy dose of homegrown soulful blues, The Vale has unveiled its early 2026 live music programme and it’s shaping up to be another standout year for the Mossley arts centre.
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Glossopdale School celebrates success and looks to the future
Glossopdale School recently hosted two special events, celebrating both the achievements of its students and helping them plan for the future.
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Get Oldham Working wins national accolade at prestigious Employment Related Services Association (ERSA) Awards
Oldham Council’s flagship employment support service - Get Oldham Working - has been crowned national winner of the Tailored Employment Support Award at the ERSA Employability Awards 2025 . . . the most prestigious awards in the UK’s employment support sector.
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Glossop Gym to launch Parkinson’s-specific training sessions
A Glossop gym owner is set to launch Parkinson’s-specific strength-training sessions aimed at supporting people living with the condition through safe, tailored exercise.
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High Peak back on track with arrival of Bee Network Rail
Jon Pearce MP for High Peak has welcomed Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham’s confirmation that Bee Network rail services will reach Glossop by the end of 2026.
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Dance stars shine bright at national finals
Glossop-based Latin and Ballroom dance school, Stardust Dance Centre, have scooped an array of awards at the national finals.
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Reform-run Derbyshire Council to spend £5m on consultants to find savings
Reform-run Derbyshire County Council is set to spend £5 million on hiring private companies to investigate how it can save millions of pounds, including potential job cuts.
