Oldham Reporter from Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026

‘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.

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.