Oldham Reporter from Wednesday, June 24th, 2026
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People in Oldham reassured council services are running as normal
People living in Oldham will still have their bins collected and services will run normally despite an ongoing deadlock over who wants to run the borough.
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An Evening of Hope brings community together
The Anthony Seddon Fund has announced their official fundraising event for 2026, “An Evening of Hope”, taking place on Friday 16th October 2026 at the Village Hotel, Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Dad enjoys special last Father’s Day at Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
As hospices across Greater Manchester face a growing financial crisis, a daughter has thanked Dr Kershaw’s Hospice for helping her dad to enjoy a peaceful last Father’s Day with his family.
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St John Ambulance have issued first aid advice to help people stay safe in the sun
With the prospect of hotter than average weather in parts of England, first aid and health response charity St John Ambulance explains how you can stay safe in the sunshine.
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Orphan lambs stolen
A distraught shepherdess has launched an appeal after three orphaned lambs were stolen from her hillside farm.
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Neighbourhood policing in action across Oldham
Police have carried out a targeted traffic operation focusing on the concerns raised by local people as part of Neighbourhood Policing Week.
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Injured walker rescued
A 14-strong Oldham Mountain Rescue Team was called to assist a walker with a suspected broken leg at Dovestone Reservoir.
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School raises £2,500 for local charity supporting vulnerable families
Students and staff at Hulme Grammar School have come together to raise an impressive £2,500 for their designated Charity of the Year, The Crib . . . a vital initiative run by the Shared Health Foundation.
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Bin collections affected across region due to heat
Changes to bin collections are being brought in across Greater Manchester amid scorching temperatures. Some collections will star as early as 5.30am.
