The latest news from Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026

Six years ago, Iliman Ndiaye had just netted his first goal for Hyde United in a 3-1 win over Matlock Town, the day after his 20th birthday. 

Tameside residents are invited to step out of their comfort zone and onto hot coals as part of a fundraising challenge for Pennine Care Charity.

Can you help Greater Manchester Police locate Callum Clement Burt (24/12/1992), who is wanted for a breach of court order?

‘Ambitious’ plans to restore a major wildlife area next to the M60 are about to take another step forward. The attraction, which ‘no one talks about’ locally, is already bringing in people from across the country.

A new Costa Coffee drive-thru has opened its doors at the recently developed Hattersley Retail Park, bringing another new facility to the area.

Oldham Netball Club made history this weekend by becoming the inaugural Fire5 Champions, claiming the title and £13,000 in prize money at the UK's first-ever Fire5 tournament, held at Belle Vue Sports Arena, Manchester.

An 18-year-old man is being sought by police in connection with a robbery.

Cole Geyer is back at Oldham after Roughyeds activated the hooker’s loan release clause, providing a major boost to the club ahead of the play-offs.

Thirteen local artists, schools, charities and community groups have been chosen to bring their ideas to life during Oldham’s year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture.