Oldham Reporter from Friday, July 17th, 2026

Officers investigating the ongoing moorland fires at Dovestone Reservoir which began on Saturday 11th July, 2026, have made two further arrests.

Oasis Academy Oldham staged its first-ever “Belong” Music Festival . . . a vibrant celebration of music, culture, creativity, and community that brought together students and staff for an unforgettable day of entertainment.

A local adventurer and deputy headteacher is preparing to tackle one of his toughest challenges yet as he heads deep into the Colombian jungle to raise money for charity.

Oldham are delighted to welcome back hooker Tom Forber to Oldham, having signed on loan for the remainder of the season from Wigan Warriors.

Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a wanted man from Oldham.

Drivers will face delays in Oldham as a dual carriageway near the town centre shuts. The closure will be in place until September.

Oldham still has no leader after another chaotic meeting saw claims Labour and Reform are ‘in cahoots’ and pleas to come together because people are ‘laughing at us’.