The latest news from Thursday, March 26th, 2026

Droylsden boxer Billy Deniz makes the long-awaited return to the ring this weekend, as he looks to extend his unblemished pro record to 15 wins.  

Two collaborative projects at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust were awarded highly commended at this year’s national Health Service Journal (HSJ) Independent Healthcare Providers Awards.

To save running costs and help the environment, energy will be created through solar panels, which are to be installed at Heys Primary School in Ashton-under-Lyne.

Police have concluded searches of Tandle Hill Country Park as part of an investigation into how a 17-year-old girl may have been harmed last Friday (March 20).

Domestic Abuse Protection Orders (DAPOs) will now be used in every GMP district including Oldham following more than 460 arrests since the pilot started 18 months ago.

Councillor Alan Graves, Leader of Derbyshire County Council, has issued a statement to the Glossop Chronicle about the potential closure of Glossop Household Waste Recycling Centre.

Glossopdale Together Alliance is sending a coach to London on Saturday 28th March to take part in the March for Love and Unity against Hate under the banner of “Together We Stand, Divided We Fall."

School children have taken part in a celebration event that rounded up a series of hate crime workshops and interactive theatre experiences.

Manor Park’s new Active Zone has officially opened at a launch day buzzing with activity and energy.

A 35-year-old man has been charged in connection with a shooting on School House Road, Oldham, which took place on February 15, 2026.

The National Car Park (NCP) in Ashton-Under-Lyne on Cotton Street is set to be closed tomorrow (27 March).

Three pupils from East Crompton St George’s CE Primary School in Oldham are the lucky winners of a Bellway competition celebrating British garden wildlife.

From Flower to Flavour: Glossop creative studio translates floral design into 'The Florist' gin.

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) attended Get Oldham Working (GOW) this week in a major employment and skills initiative aimed at connecting the town's residents with exciting career opportunities across one of the UK’s largest airport operators.

Two giant town centre redevelopment schemes have been pushed forward by town hall bosses.

Chutney Masala in Mossley was filled with music, laughter and generosity on Tuesday 24 March, as more than 60 guests gathered for a special fundraising evening in aid of The Christie Allsorts.

A local father has taken on an extraordinary endurance challenge by running 10 marathons in 10 consecutive days in memory of his daughter Molly. 

Two much-loved local charities are joining together to strengthen support across Glossop, Buxton and the wider High Peak. 

As his year as Mayor of High Peak draws to a close, Cllr Dom Starkey is inviting residents to join him to celebrate the year and support his chosen charities.

Derbyshire is set to benefit from a major investment aimed at reducing ‘hidden’ unemployment.

Glossopdale Fairtrade hosted a coffee morning and prize-giving event at Central Methodist Church on Saturday 21st March, to celebrate local children who took part in this year’s Fairtrade competition.