The latest news from Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
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Curzon announce the sacking of manager Mark Bradshaw
Curzon Ashton have announced the departure of first team boss Mark Bradshaw, who has been relieved of his duties following a difficult run of form.
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Midweek football round-up: Celtic up to fourth
Stalybridge Celtic surged up to fourth place in the NPL West table on Tuesday night with a statement 3-1 win at Bootle.
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Council approves revised plans for Godley Green Garden Village
Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council has today (March 18) resolved to grant planning consent for revised proposals for Godley Green Garden Village, paving the way for up to 2,150 new homes.
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Man in his 50s dies in three car crash near Elk Mill
Officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for information following a fatal traffic collision on Broadway, Royton.
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Successful Pie & Bingo night raises vital funds for Christ Church
A community fundraising evening held at The Snipe Pub in Audenshaw has raised £435 for Christ Church, Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Spring Family Festival to showcase bright future for Ashton and Stalybridge
A spectacular Spring Family Festival is set to bring colour, culture and community spirit to Tameside this Easter, offering residents and visitors an exciting preview of the future of Ashton and Stalybridge town centres.
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Fostering information stall to feature at Stalybridge Street Fest
Residents attending the popular Stalybridge Street Fest will soon have the opportunity to learn more about fostering and how they can support local children and young people.
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All the traders due to move into Oldham’s new market
Oldham is getting ready to launch its new market. After a six-month delay, the council is throwing all its energy into the grand opening of ‘The Market’ – the new home for Tommyfield traders.
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Transmission Dance Festival to go ahead in Hyde
The TRANSMISSION Dance Festival will still bring a vibrant celebration of movement and community to Hyde this weekend, despite last-minute changes the temporary closure of Hyde Town Hall.
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Huge food factory will be demolished three years after closing
A massive food factory in Dukinfield will be demolished, three years after it shut its doors.
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Tributes pour in for “much-loved” Ashton schoolboy after sudden cancer diagnosis
Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a “much-loved” 13-year-old boy from Ashton-under-Lyne who tragically died just weeks after being diagnosed with blood cancer.
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Sniffer dogs help uncover £15,000 haul of illegal tobacco in Tameside crackdown
Three specialist sniffer dogs played a key role in uncovering thousands of pounds worth of illegal tobacco and vaping products during a major enforcement operation across Tameside.
