The latest news from Wednesday, August 26th, 2026

Plans for a new multi-storey car park in Stalybridge have taken a major step forward, supporting future growth, investment and town centre regeneration.

Twenty-four community projects across Tameside are set to benefit from the final round of the Pride in Place Impact Fund.

The Royal British Legion (RBL) is seeking volunteers to help run its annual Poppy Appeal in Tameside.

Pennine Mencap is an Oldham-based charity that supports and provides opportunities for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.

The Masons in Dukinfield is set to host a special charity day in support of Maisie Moo’s Missions and Lila’s Light.

Awareness Walk and Candlelit Vigil to Promote Hope, Connection and Suicide Prevention Thursday 10 September 2026

Plans to develop eleven possible road safety projects across the borough have been approved as part of ongoing work to make roads safer for everyone.

Three young performers are celebrating after winning a prestigious theatre award for their portrayal of the Three Little Pigs in Little Red Riding Hood. 

Oldham council is investigating the cause of the problem that forced one of its libraries to close.

A young fundraiser from Denton has set his sights on the summit of Snowdon to raise funds for homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley.

Manchester locals have spoken about their grandparents who fought in the ‘Forgotten Army’ during the Second World War on the recent anniversary of VJ Day – Victory over Japan Day.

Volunteers from National Highways’ A57 Link Roads team rolled up their sleeves to help a thriving community project prepare for its next phase of growth.

Families across Mossley are being invited to go hunting for flowers as a popular community treasure hunt returns to the town.

An Oldham adventurer has returned from an extraordinary expedition through one of the most challenging and unforgiving environments on Earth - the remote and dark depths of the Colombian Jungle.

Police are appealing for information following reports of indecent exposure in Stoneleigh Park, on Vulcan Street in Oldham.

People living close to Dovestone Reservoir fear a ‘horrendous’ parking and traffic ‘nightmare’ could return now the area is back open to the public.