Tameside Reporter from Tuesday, January 20th, 2026

Two local women from Tameside, Jess and Jorja, have joined forces to launch The Chronic Room, a new community group aiming to support people living with chronic pain and invisible illnesses such as endometriosis, ADHD, autism, and other long-term conditions.

Feeling the January Blues? Look no further, The Bodyguard will lift your spirits, warm your hearts and make you want to dance with somebody. My sister and I were lucky enough to attend a Monday evening showing of The Bodyguard and what a great weekday treat it made.

Tameside Libraries are rolling out a packed programme of free activities and events to encourage more residents to read for pleasure and rediscover their local libraries.

A former football coach from Wigan has carved out an unlikely but inspiring new career in independent journalism, and he’s doing it entirely on his own.

Tameside residents who have experienced loss are invited to attend a bereavement awareness day offering support, information and a safe space to connect with others who understand.

A shop in Droylsden has had its licence revoked for ‘long-standing criminal activity’. The licence holder of Lazo Minimarket was hauled before Tameside council’s licensing panel to answer for ‘repeated non-compliance’ with their rules.

Tameside Libraries are helping residents prioritise their health and wellbeing with a programme of free activities and support during Health Information Week 2026.