The latest news from Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

Members of the Ashton United Supporters Club are gearing up for another demanding sponsored walk this weekend as they continue their efforts to raise funds for local football and community initiatives.

Residents in Stalybridge are being invited to roll up their sleeves and take pride in their town as a community clean-up takes place later this month.

This week, we’re proud to feature a guest contribution from Eva Yates, aged 16, who has spent time in the newsroom gaining a first-hand look at local journalism. As part of that experience, she has written an opinion piece on a topic that directly affects her generation: whether the voting age in the UK should be lowered to 16.

Tameside & Glossop NHS Charity has received a welcome boost after a generous donation of £403.73 from Denton Striders Walking Football Group, raised during their annual fundraising tournament.

Residents interested in a rewarding career in adult social care are being invited to attend a series of upcoming recruitment sessions in Tameside, where they can learn more about becoming a support worker and meet the team behind the service.

The much-loved Flower Festival at Willow Wood Hospice is set to celebrate a major milestone this spring as it marks its 10th edition with an enchanting new theme.

Workshops and information stands have been held across Tameside to highlight Greater Manchester’s Complex Safeguarding Week of Action, which took place from 16 to 20 March.

Ashton MP Angela Rayner met with pupils at St Stephen’s CE Primary School in Audenshaw to discuss growing concerns around road safety outside the school.

Residents can once again access services at Hyde Town Hall after the building reopened today (23 March) following a temporary closure caused by a fire last month.