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Oldham community project 'beyond delighted' to receive King's Award
Volunteers from a community project based at a parish in Oldham have been granted the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. The Bee Together Community Centre and Garden, based at the Parish of the Nativity in Failsworth and Limeside, has been given
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Oldham MP praises measures aimed at supporting veterans
The MP for Oldham West, Chadderton, and Royton has praised the "package of measures" aimed at supporting veterans. Jim McMahon said the initiatives introduced in recent weeks demonstrate that under a Labour government, veterans "finally have a
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Oldham Athletic set to make Boundary Park cashless
Oldham Athletic is set to start reducing cash use at Boundary Park. The club says this move will lead to "significantly shorter queuing times, improved hygiene for staff and supporters, and a more efficient administration process for the club".
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Review into role of physician associates after death of Oldham woman
The government has launched a review of the role of physician associates (PAs) and those working in anaesthesia after concerns were raised about patient safety. The review comes after a coroner has raised concerns surrounding PAs following the
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Sneak peek at new Saddleworth takeaway created by popular chef
A chef who has inspired many tasty creations at a popular ice cream parlour in Saddleworth for the past two decades is behind a new "dark kitchen" takeaway and delivery service. Grandpa Greene's has soared in popularity for its sweet treats and
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Famous Oldham stars say theatre workshop 'so important' for town's youth and future
Famous Oldham Theatre Workshop alumni returned to the town on a special visit to see the organisation's soon-to-be new home that they say is "so important" to have. Millie Gibson, Seb Lowe and Noah Valentine came back to Oldham where it all began
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'We are immensely grateful': Youth charity honoured with prestigious royal award
An Oldham charity has been recognised with a King's Award for Voluntary Service for their work with Black, Asian and minority ethnic young people. Yuvanis Foundation said it was "overjoyed" to share the news that they had won the prestigious award
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Oldham mum's warning to women after being followed by man while walking dog
A borough mum has shared her terrifying experience in a warning to other women after she was followed by man while walking her dog. Lauren Jackson started walking with her dog along the Rochdale Canal from near Morrisons in Chadderton at around
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Christmas 'Shop and Drop' appeal launched by Oldham charity
Shoppers are being asked to help make Christmas special for young people in deprived areas. Mahdlo Youth Zone has launched a "Shop and Drop" appeal, aiming to provide more than 200 hampers and 300 pairs of pyjamas for children and young people
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Award-winning Oldham pub with 'bonkers' landlords crowned national 'Pub of the Year'
A pub in Failsworth which welcomed new "bonkers" landlords just eight months ago has gone on to win several accolades already, including Pub of the Year. The Houghton Arms on Oldham Road has been on a winning streak ever since Simon and Sandra
