The latest news from Monday, October 19th, 2026

Multiple arrests were made when Greater Manchester Police participated in a dedicated day of action in Ashton-under-Lyne.

A kind-hearted effort from staff at Tameside Hospital meant that a dad who was too unwell to attend his daughter’s wedding was able to celebrate with her on the acute cardiology unit instead.

Former Leader of Oldham Council, Howard Sykes MBE, has been honoured with the ALDC President's Award for Lifetime Achievement in Local Government at the recent Liberal Democrat Conference.

Two Greater Manchester councils could be acting unlawfully in less than two weeks after rejecting government changes to the way planning applications are approved and denied.

An ad van displaying comments made by former Reform Councillor Raymond Dunning will be driving around Ashton-under-Lyne.

Greater Manchester Police has been awarded £1.8m as part of the Home Office Knife Crime Concentration Fund as it looks to increase police patrols, providing more CCTV and support during early prevention work in key hotspot areas.

The Royton library will reopen at a temporary location from today (Monday, October 19) ensuring residents can continue to access the service.

Visitors to Oldham town centre will benefit from increased parking with approximately 126 additional spaces available.

The Rotary Club of Saddleworth, who has been working in the local community for more than 50 years, is launching a new venture this year with an olden day theme.