The latest news from Monday, June 29th, 2026

On Thursday 30 July residents will have their say on who leads the city region, as they vote for the next Mayor of Greater Manchester.  

The Vale is celebrating a summer of free creativity and free lunches, with activities of all kinds planned for local children and young people.

Stalybridge Celtic goalkeeping coach Phil Jackson has completed a remarkable walking challenge in honour of his late wife Jen, raising over £20k for charity in the process. 

Oldham council has slammed at ‘vile’ and ‘racist’ comments made amid a ‘wave of hateful abuse’ following the selection of the town’s youth mayor.

Residents are being urged to register their vehicles to use Glossop Household Waste Recycling Centre as soon as possible, as new enforcement data could play a key role in deciding the site's future.

An Oldham deputy headteacher has been named on the Top Explorers List again following a series of inspiring expeditions.

Hyde United have strengthened between the sticks with the signing of talented goalkeeper Jordan Eastham, who returns to Ewen Fields following his departure from Ashton United. 

Healthwatch Tameside publishes Annual Report 2025/26 highlighting a year of impact, resilience and community voice.

Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace the family of a man from Oldham.

Oldham Music Service’s summer festival will bring together many of the borough’s talented musicians, from children just starting their musical journey to their award-winning youth ensembles and adult community groups.

A young performer who trains at Sarah Byrne Acting Academy (SBAA) and represented by SBM Agency has landed a standout role in the official singer songwriter Myles Smith’s new short film ‘Hold Me In The Dark’.