Oldham Reporter

Oldham Council’s leadership team has taken a tongue-lashing from several of its councillors over the decision to rename the newly refurbished Old Library after a ‘local hero’.

Three individuals have been arrested on suspicion of drug offences following a series of early-morning raids in Derker, Oldham, as part of the ongoing efforts by Operation Vulcan.

Oldham-born actor Danny Sheppard has taken a significant step in his acting career with a powerful role in the new historical drama ‘Triumph of the Heart’ - a poignant and gritty portrayal of heroism and sacrifice during one of history’s darkest periods.

Men in Oldham and across the UK undergoing hormone therapy for prostate cancer now have access to expert help tackling the gruelling side effects, thanks to a new initiative from leading cancer support charity Maggie’s.

Jeremy Corbyn is holding an event in Oldham to pitch his new political party to local constituents.

Stoneleigh Park in Derker was alive with activity this week as officers from Operation Vulcan joined local families for a community event aimed at bringing residents together during the school holidays.

A councillor in Oldham has expressed outrage after a carved wooden hedgehog was allegedly ‘stolen’ from a Groundwork depot. The chainsaw statue was due to be installed as part of a nature trail in Lees. 

The former site of two notorious schools could soon be transformed into a brand new neighbourhood in Oldham. Developers Rowland Homes plan to turn land off Butterworth Lane, once home to South Chadderton School and the Collective Spirit School, into almost 150 new homes. 

A unique collaboration between two community dance groups from Greater Manchester is set to take centre stage this September at one of Europe’s biggest street arts festivals, La Mercè, in Barcelona.

A football stadium in Oldham has been given the green light to permanently extend its seating and food offer.

An iconic former cotton mill in Oldham that has helped provide jobs for the local community for more than a century could soon be getting a modern extension. The car park of Gorse Mill in Chadderton is due to be transformed into 10 new warehouses. 

An Oldham MP has voiced concerns over plans for a new police station, after it emerged the site would have no holding cells to keep suspected criminals.

School leavers can now apply for Our Pass and save up to £1,600 on travel across Greater Manchester over the next two years.

Action Together is a membership organisation with 3,000 members across Oldham, Rochdale and Tameside. These represent and support many diverse local needs and interests. They are a charity whose purpose is promoting social benefit for the people who live in the communities they serve.

Traders in Oldham are gearing up for their ‘big move’ from the borough’s historic market location into a brand new space in the town centre.

Oldham’s ‘brand new’ town hall will open to the public for the first time this weekend after a multi-million pound restoration and refurb project at the Old Library.

An ‘eyesore’ building blighting a picturesque neighbourhood in Saddleworth has been demolished to make way for new homes. The former pub and restaurant on Ripponden Road in Grains Bar has stood derelict for almost a decade. 

'If they told us how much we owed, we'd pay it back' say Oldham Councillors ‘overpaid’ for years

A new campaign has been launched to help households and communities across Greater Manchester prepare for the growing risks of extreme weather as global temperatures continue to rise.

Greater Manchester Police have launched an appeal after the death of a woman found unconscious on the Oldham-Tameside border.

A salon owner says her staff and customers have been plagued by ‘awful’ puddles of water on the pavement outside her business.

Oldham Police recovered a stolen bike while on duty in the town early today.

Oldham Council’s Trading Standards team has seized 104 counterfeit ‘Labubu’ dolls and accessories from local businesses, with a street value of between £800 and £1000.

Greater Manchester Police are hammering home the message that retail crime will not be tolerated, and offenders will face swift consequences.

Concerns are growing for the whereabouts of a 35-year-old woman who has not been seen since yesterday (Thursday).

Dr Kershaw’s Hospice has received a whopping £277,090 in capital funding as part of a nationwide £75 million government investment to support the sustainability of hospice care services across England.

Police are appealing for the public’s help in finding a man who has not been seen since yesterday (Wed).

Two men have been charged with murder following the death of Mohammed Afzal.

Greater Manchester Police has responded to a BBC Moors Murder documentary which concluded on television on Wednesday (6th August).

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service are holding a free, family friendly event to celebrate the incredible work of the emergency services.

Police are appealing for information after a teenager has been missing for over three weeks.

Andy Burnham has explained why Greater Manchester’s buses bear the emblem of the worker bee.

Vernon Charitable Foundation has opened up its latest round of grant applications.

Last year trees were cut down as part of a big area clean-up in Oldham – but locals are still waiting for the debris to be taken away.

Two thugs have been sentenced to 14 years and five months in prison following a shooting in Oldham in November last year.

Local people flocked to Alexandra Park over the weekend to enjoy a wide range of entertainment, including a tribute act to Sabrina Carpenter.

A property in Oldham has been shut down by police after it was found to be used by homeless individuals for drugs use and anti-social behaviour.

Oldham-based theatre company Dare to Know Theatre has answered the town’s call for an Edinburgh-style festival with 20 original performances, including 12 world premieres and a lineup featuring local talent.

Since the incidents of disorder in Greater Manchester during July and August last year – officers have been working to identify those involved and bring them to justice.

Police are urging drivers to take extra precautions after a series of vehicle break-ins – despite earlier warnings to remain vigilant.

TransPennine Express (TPE) has warned customers not to travel today (Monday) due to Storm Floris causing major disruption to some services.

A motorcyclist in his 50s has died following a collision on the M60 last night.

A teenager from Oldham has been jailed for 21 months after police uncovered a quantity of drugs and cash during a routine arrest at his home.

A huge new wind farm and a plethora of road closures have all been announced this week across the city-region.

A selfless man who has dedicated more than 30 years to supporting charities and voluntary services in Oldham was recognised for his outstanding contribution at a special gathering last night.

Police are appealing for help in identifying witnesses after a man and woman were pepper sprayed in Chadderton.

More than 90 children from Oldham Greenhill Sports and Recreation Centre along with Football Fun Factory enjoyed meeting animals and reptiles as part of Oldham’s free Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme.

Greater Manchester Police has responded to a Moors Murder documentary aired on BBC Two.

Leading e-learning company High Speed Training has been highlighting the importance of providing young people with the relevant knowledge to help others in a crisis.

Oldham police and Trading Standards have seized a large amount of illicit hand rolling tobacco and cigarettes from a shop in Shaw.