The latest news from Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
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Hillmen through after shootout drama
Glossop North End made it through to the semi-finals of the Derbyshire Senior Cup on Tuesday, claiming the local bragging rights in the process with a penalty shootout win over New Mills.
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Tameside trio progress
Tuesday saw all three Tameside clubs involved in Manchester Premier Cup action earn a place in the semi finals.
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Gamesley Primary School gifted £20k funding for outdoor STEM space
Gamesley Primary School has welcomed representatives from Howmet Aerospace to celebrate the presentation of a generous grant that will transform the school’s outdoor learning environment.
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Two walkers saved in dramatic mountain rescue
On Sunday evening, Oldham Mountain Rescue Team was called out to search for two lost walkers in the Dovestones area of Saddleworth.
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Three arrested and more than £20k worth of drugs seized in Vulcan warrants
Three people have been arrested following early morning raids conducted by the Operation Vulcan team.
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High Peak Green Party issue statement about Glossop Tip
The High Peak Green Party have spoken out about Derbyshire County Council's potential plan to close the Glossop Household Waste Recycling Centre.
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Police renew appeal after pensioner dies following collision
Officers are continuing to appeal for information following a now-fatal collision between a car and pedestrian in Failsworth.
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TGI Fridays in Ashton closes amid national restructuring
The much-loved TGI Friday’s restaurant on Ashton Moss has now shut its doors permanently, marking the end of an era for the American-style dining venue that has been a fixture of the local leisure scene.
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Labour fighting a 'losing battle' against Reform
A rallying call to Tameside Labour members says the party is ‘fighting a losing battle’ locally to Reform.
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How Oldham and Tameside councils are ranked in dealing with potholes
They are the source of frustration for many motorists across Greater Manchester and it’s the job of our councils to fix them.
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Winning photos will help to make hospital more dementia-friendly
Winning local photographers are to help make Tameside Hospital more dementia-friendly.
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Droylsden set to welcome enchanting new sensory play centre
A brand-new sensory-friendly play centre, The Magic Burrow, is preparing to open in Droylsden, and its owner, Molly Edwards, says it will be “a place like no other”.
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Man arrested after swift police response to burglary at elderly man’s home
A man has been arrested following a burglary at the home of a 77-year-old man in Tameside, after police responded to the incident in just four minutes.
