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Key Oldham road to be closed every night for 2 weeks as works are carried out
Oldham drivers have been warned that a key road in the borough will be closed for every night over the next two weeks. The council has said that Oldham Way A627 will be closed in both directions for 14 nights, beginning tonight (Monday, July 15
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Stores brace for 'disgruntled customers' as Mars shrinks size of Celebrations tubs
Mars Wrigley has shrunk the size of its larger Celebrations tubs by 50g. The confectionary company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including M&Ms, Snickers, Skittles and of course Mars bars. One of Mars Wrigley's more popular
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The best Aldi Specialbuy items this July from pools to summer essentials
Aldi has revealed the full lineup of July's Speciabuys items and there's something for everyone. Those wanting to cool down during the hot summer weather will fall in love with the Frozen Drink Maker and the drinks that work perfectly with it.
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Man reportedly assaulted in Oldham town centre prompts huge police presence
A main road in Oldham town centre was closed this afternoon, Monday, as police investigate an alleged assault. At approximately 2pm, officers were called to Yorkshire Street after receiving reports a man was assaulted. The extent of the man's
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Live updates: Oldham town centre cordoned off after reports of 'assault'
5:02pm Here's everything we know about the incident so far. That's all from us today.
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Met Office issues weather warning for heavy rain
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain in Oldham. The yellow warning from the national forecaster, which covers the North West, will start at 3pm today, Monday, and end at 9am tomorrow, Tuesday. Forecasts show that
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Human remains found in Tenerife amid search for missing teen Jay Slater
Human remains have been found in Tenerife, where Lancashire teenager Jay Slater went missing, according to Spanish police. Police on the Spanish island said that a “lifeless body” had been found and that “all indications suggest” it could be 19
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Can I put a shed on my driveway? See if you need planning permission
Making space for garden storage is always a good idea – whether you need somewhere to keep lawnmowers out of the rain or to keep outdoor seating cushions protected during the winter. Garden storage comes in various ways, including sheds, garages
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Which plants do rats hate? Add these to your garden to keep the rodents away
Have you got rats scurrying around in your garden? The pests can be a nuisance and getting rid of them can be tricky and you might not know where to start. While many experts have shared tips for keeping rats out of your garden and home, you can
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M60 closed in both directions due to dog on motorway
The M60 was shut for a short time due to a dog on the motorway last night (July 14). The incident was shared in a post on social media by National Highways after 10pm. The post on social media said the M60 was shut for a short time due to a
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Derelict Oldham mill with permission for apartments to be auctioned off for £875k
A historic mill in the Greenfield area of Saddleworth which played a part in supporting the war effort before falling derelict is coming to auction this week with planning permission for 38 apartments. Knoll Mill on Wellington Road was built around
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Oldham school recognised with Chester Zoo award for inspiring eco activists
A school in Oldham has been recognised for its dedication to sustainability and for inspiring its students to tackle environmental issues with a national award. Hathershaw College on Bellfield Avenue has been awarded the Chester Zoo Outstanding
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Man travelled to Oldham to meet who he believed to be a 14-year-old boy
A man travelled to Oldham to meet who he believed to be a 14-year-old boy only to find out he was snared by a decoy social media account. Muhammad Khan appeared at Minshull Street Crown Court on Thursday (July 11) having previously pleaded guilty
