The latest news from Friday, April 3rd, 2026
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Strictly-themed dance competition raises over £66K for Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
Loyal supporters helped Dr Kershaw’s Hospice raise an impressive £66,174 - with monies still coming in - at its annual dance competition.
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Rebecca takes on Trek Challenge
Rebecca Harvey from Glossop is taking on the Alzheimer’s Society’s Trek26 in the Peak District with her dad and the rest of her family in a fundraiser that carries deep personal meaning
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FCHO shortlisted in three categories at the prestigious Northern Housing Awards
First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) has been shortlisted in three categories at the prestigious Northern Housing Awards taking place next month in Manchester.
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Beavers and cub scouts from Oldham go interstellar in National Space Centre discovery day
Beavers and Cub Scouts from Shaw - together with more than 500 others from across the UK - blasted off on an out of this world mission at the National Space Centre.
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Local filmmaker releases new documentary exploring isolation, creativity and community
A new documentary film created by an Oldham-based filmmaker has been released, telling the story of people living on the margins of society who come together through art, imagination and shared creativity.
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Suspected human trafficking uncovered after house collapse
A building collapse in Oldham has sparked fears over potential human trafficking after it displaced more than 40 people living in flats neighbouring the property, the LDRS understands.
