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Curzon Ashton have confirmed the signing of experienced midfielder Danny Whitehead, following his departure from National League North side Macclesfield. 

Droylsden is now home to a state-of-the-art children’s only swimming facility, thanks to the work of four-time Olympic medallist Rebecca Adlington. 

A talented Tameside teen is preparing to represent his country on the international stage. 

Ashton United have continued their summer squad overhaul with the arrival of several big-name players. 

England began their World Cup campaign last week with what was on paper their toughest game in the group. 

After a week off from the City Watch column, I have returned to continue the summer gossip as we prepare for next season following the conclusion of the World Cup. 

The summer transfer window is now open, but we are no closer to knowing who United are planning to bring in ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. 

The iconic four-day running event, The Tour, returned over the weekend, with a brand-new winner grabbing the headlines.

A Tameside resident is set to take on a mammoth golfing challenge for a fantastic cause. 

Ahead of the upcoming 2026/27 campaign, Ashton United have made their first two signings of the summer. 

Glossop North End vice-captain Gabriel Mooney-Muñoz has announced he will be departing Surrey Street this summer to embark on a new challenge. 

Tameside’s Sala Futsal Club recently enjoyed a historic day at the England Futsal National Youth Cup Finals at Repton Sports Centre, becoming the first club in the country to have both its U16 Girls and U16 Boys teams reach the National Final in the same season. 

A new partnership between Curzon Ashton FC and Willow Wood Hospice is set to make a big impact both on and off the pitch.

Ahead of the iconic local running event, The Tour 2026 – which gets underway on Thursday evening – we’re shining a light on all four individual races, with this week’s focus the Dr Ron Hill Hyde 7. 

With the World Cup already in full flow, allow me to introduce the newest column to Tameside where I’ll discuss England’s progress throughout the tournament. 

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is well underway, with plenty of United stars featuring for their nations. 

The 2026 World Cup is underway and multiple Manchester City stars have started their campaign in the States. 

High Peak boxer Jack Massey has vowed to come back stronger after Saturday’s cruiserweight clash with Cheavon Clarke in Bournemouth ended in defeat. 

Ahead of the iconic local running event, The Tour 2026, we’re shining a light on all four individual races, with this week’s focus the gruelling Hero Half Marathon. 

Ahead of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, which gets underway tonight (Thursday), I thought I’d take a closer look at some of the United stars set to represent their nations in the US, Canada and Mexico.

The World Cup begins this week with multiple Manchester City players ready to represent their countries at the biggest tournament in international football. 

To mark the start of this year’s FIFA World Cup, which gets underway tomorrow (Thursday), select Tameside residents will be able to enjoy a free game of bowling across the month of June. 

It remains to be seen whether football will be coming home this summer, but England legend Sir Geoff Hurst certainly did come home over the weekend. 

After over six months away, High Peak boxer Jack Massey returns to the ring this weekend to take on fellow Brit Cheavon Clarke in Bournemouth. 

Hyde United’s summer squad shake up has begun, with three signings already confirmed ahead of the upcoming 2026/27 campaign. 

Hyde United were the victims of an upset in the final of the Manchester Premier Cup on Tuesday, with opponents Irlam picking up the trophy for the first time in their history. 

An exhilarating four-day event, the Tour accommodates runners all of levels, whether you’re a seasoned marathon runner or just entering the sport. If you don’t feel like tightening your laces and stepping out on the start line, there are still plenty of ways you can get involved.

An iconic four day running event in Tameside, The Tour is back on the race calendar for 2024, and this year it will be brought to you by Quest Events. If you’re on the hunt for the perfect summer plan, tickets for The Tour is now on sale - Make use of our Early Bird offers on now until mid February 2024.

Denton Town have been promoted to the Cheshire Premier Division, after a 2-2 draw against Parklands in their final match of the season.