Tameside Reporter

Greater Manchester Police recorded its busiest month on record in July 2026, according to the latest figures.

Detectives are continuing their investigation after human remains were discovered close to the M67 in Tameside earlier this week.

Rail passengers travelling in the North West are being advised of major disruption for the rest of the day due to power issues impacting signalling.

A Tameside man who struggled with his weight for years is encouraging others to consider taking part in health research after joining a study through his local GP practice.

Manchester legend Melanie Sykes has made a return to modelling for the first time since shaving her head earlier this summer.

There will be no trains between Glossop/Hadfield and Manchester Piccadilly over the next two weekends as a major rail upgrade takes place

A group of enthusiastic Beaver Scouts helped transform Stalybridge station by planting flowers and plants which will help wildlife flourish.

Animal welfare charity Dogs Trust hopes that Andy Burnham's rescue dog Axel can continue to highlight the importance of giving unwanted dogs a second chance.

Residents in Stalybridge and Dukinfield who are over 50 are being asked what would make their area a better place to live and grow older.

A plan to reopen a closed nightclub in Stalybridge under a new name has been rejected by the council.

Tameside shoppers will have the chance to meet one of Britain's best-loved TV chefs later this month as Ainsley Harriott heads to the Morrisons store in Denton.

An expansion of support for newborn babies will see up to 10,000 comprehensive ‘baby bundles’ handed to families in Greater Manchester each year.

A cheque presentation by Bromleys Solicitors to The Christie Charity took on particular significance for Louise Nolan, the Tameside firm’s practice manager.

Duncan Walker, who was diagnosed with Dementia four years ago, has decided to give something back to the community that has supported him by hosting a charity hike in Tameside.

After dominating the Droylsden skyline for half a century, the Concord Suite is being partially torn down.

A new publicly accessible defibrillator has been installed at the Integrated Service for Children with Additional Needs (ISCAN) in Hyde.

A Dukinfield-based motorcyclist has successfully completed his gruelling 1,000-mile charity endurance ride in support of Francis House Children's Hospice.

A new £25,000 funding bid has been submitted that could bring another major investment to Haughton Green.

A local community organisation supporting mothers to reconnect with themselves beyond motherhood is expanding its reach after being awarded funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.

Last week, hundreds of thousands of people turned up at their local polling stations to choose Andy Burnham’s successor as Greater Manchester’s Mayor.

Part of the M67 remains closed after suspected human remains were discovered near the motorway overnight.

Young people aged 11 to 16 will be able to travel for free on buses across Greater Manchester from January 2027.

Families can explore a fantastic range of events, activities and sessions for the summer holidays, all in one place. 

The Astley Cheetham Art Gallery and Library in Stalybridge is set to get a makeover.

Early action is being taken to ensure Tameside Council stays within budget in the face of increasing demand for services.

Metrolink services will be hit with more disruption in August.

Greater Manchester Police have warned local residents that they’re aware of a reported increase in anti-social behavior in Hattersley and Mottram.

Tameside council is predicting a £15m budget shortfall by 2026/27 unless urgent action is taken.

Tameside Hospital’s gardens, lawns, wooded areas and other green spaces are ready to be spruced up with the appointment of a new specialist nature support role.

A Tameside charity that supports families affected by the loss of a baby or child is set to host a Summer Fair in August.

Volunteers from Tameside Talking News were invited to the Mayor’s Parlour in recognition of their invaluable contribution to producing the audio newspaper for residents.

An Independent Partner with Usborne Books is launching a community book hunt across parks and villages in the Tameside area this summer.

With the warm, dry and increasingly windy conditions early on Saturday, the ongoing wildfires at Dovestone and Swineshaw intensified, producing heavy smoke and rapidly spreading fire fronts.

A tantalising line up of traders are set to open their doors in Ashton’s newly transformed Market Square.

Five towns in Greater Manchester could change forever under massive new plans.

Portland Basin Museum will throw open its doors for a free family-friendly celebration when Our Museum Day returns this week.

Willow Wood Hospice is inviting the community to unleash their inner hero or villain as its popular Hospice Walk returns for a second year.

Guides and Brownies from the Girlguiding Ashton Division have helped design and launch Girlguiding’s first new uniform in 30 years, even appearing on BBC News.

Tameside residents are being invited to step back in time this weekend as Ashton-under-Lyne hosts the inaugural Yanks Street Party.

A new children’s picture book celebrating Manchester’s famously rainy reputation has been published by local author Lainee Perez from Hattersley.

Mental health support for families with children under two could be in line for financial support thanks to a new round of funding.

Families across the region are being encouraged to make the most of the summer holidays thanks to a new scheme allowing children to travel free on Stagecoach buses throughout August.

With the Greater Manchester Combined Authority Mayoral Election being held on Thursday, Tameside residents are being reminded of everything they need to know before polling day.

Local man Chris Liddle, an Inspector from Stagecoach, has been honoured with the top prize in the ‘We Support Communities’ category at the Stagecoach Excellence Awards 2026.

The centre of Stalybridge has been a maze of roadworks and blocked footpaths since February.

North West-based housebuilder, Wain Homes, will begin construction of 175 new homes in Mossley soon, after full planning approval was granted by Tameside Council.

Tameside Council is inviting artists, performers, community groups, and creative organisations across Tameside to apply for funding to bring new cultural projects to life.

A lifelong and avid Belle Vue Aces fan has completed his second model of one of the team’s stadiums. And he invited the Tameside Reporter to his home to check it out.

Across Greater Manchester, many tuned in to the news on Monday to witness a historic moment.

The Environment Agency has clarified where money it secured from United Utilities will be spent, and it isn't all destined for Tameside.

Greater Manchester Police has issued a Section 34 dispersal order covering the Victoria Park area in Denton.

Green space on the edge of Mossley will have 175 new ‘executive’ homes built on it.

Tameside Council has reminded community groups, residents, and local partners to apply for the final round of its Pride in Place Impact Fund, with applications closing on 31st July, 2026.

Andy Burnham let out a grin when asked if Greater Manchester was on the cusp of a transport revolution in summer 2024.

The much-beloved Stalybridge Post Office is moving to new premises just around the corner from its current location.

In our latest Community Matters, we speak to Mohammed Khan and Betty Affleck, organisers of this year's Hyde Mela.

Visitors and staff at Tameside Hospital were able to browse unique products, homemade treats and speciality goods at the launch of the new Tameside Hospital Market.

The 12th edition of the annual Mossley 10k saw a familiar face prevail.  

Tameside residents are being invited to enjoy a day of family-friendly entertainment at the Hyde Community Fair on Saturday, July 25th.

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) has reminded people to “act responsibly if you are going out to enjoy the countryside.”

Book tasting, exciting missions, and awards were part of the annual Reading Champions event to promote a love of reading and reading for pleasure.

Andy Burnham has wasted no time in appointing his new cabinet, and two Tameside MPs have been restored to top jobs.

Andy Burnham has pledged to end rough sleeping across the country in his first speech as Prime Minister.

A man who was reported missing in Tameside has sadly been found dead following a police search.

Canal & River Trust has announced that a lock in Stalybridge town centre will be getting new gates this winter.

The CEO of Greater Manchester’s LGBTQ+ youth charity The Proud Trust has written an open letter to all candidates hoping to become the next Mayor of Greater Manchester.

The new Ashton Artisan Market made its debut on Sunday (July 19th), with dozens of stalls located around Market Street and Bow Street.

The council boss leading the push for improvement to Tameside’s failing children’s services believes she’s on track to deliver her ambitious targets.

When it was created back in the 1970s, the 29.6 mile River Tame gave its name to the constituency it calls home. And today, it still a decision which breaks the mould in Greater Manchester.

This Sunday, the new Ashton Artisan Market is set to debut around the Market Hall in Ashton-under-Lyne.

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

Ashton Old Baths has joined The BOG STANDARD Charter, focused on improving facilities for men with incontinence.

Friends of the Tame Valley and Tameside’s People 4 Wildlife have come together to organise a fun-filled morning of wildlife discovery and outdoor activities.

Sunshine, sand, and spectacular entertainment are set to take centre stage this summer as Tameside Council launches a packed school holiday programme featuring a pop-up beach, theatre in the park and a host of family-friendly events.

A site manager working for Bellway’s Manchester division has been rewarded for their dedication to building quality homes for their customers.

Drivers are being reminded that major improvement works on the M60 between junctions 23 and 24 near Audenshaw will continue throughout the weekend.

Young writers from Holden Clough Primary School have been taking their work beyond the classroom, sharing their writing with both local residents and businesses through a series of special community events.

Angela Rayner MP has visited Guide Bridge Station, and praised the work being done by a volunteer group seeking to improve the grounds.

The latest work to make Tameside’s streets safer for all users begins next week.

Contrary to popular belief, not all dogs wear muzzles because they’re aggressive or challenging. And Dogs Trust Manchester is trying to change this misconception.