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Watch the emotional moment a man with hearing problems was able to hear again
This is the emotional moment a man with the hearing of a 60-year-old tried on a hearing aid for the first time. David Tester, 36, had struggled with his hearing for approximately two years before he finally went to get it tested. David, who
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Can you park on yellow lines with a blue badge? What you need to know
The Blue Badge is one of the most important things for many people to have on hand. The government issued document allows those eligible to park closer to their destination by placing the badge in their car window. There are specific criteria
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TV Licence £1,000 fine warning for millions of Netflix viewers
Millions of Netflix viewers in the UK have been warned they could face fines of up to £1,000 if they do not have a TV licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what
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British couple flew to Mallorca for 8 hours to sunbathe on a beach for just £47
A couple sick of a "washout British summer" flew from the UK to Mallorca to spend eight hours sunbathing on the beach - and paid just £47. Paul Calcutt, 53, and his wife, Julieanne, 54, say their trip was cheaper than getting the train to London
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Oldham hero Kevin Sinfield 'humbled' after receiving honorary degree
Rugby legend and fundraiser extraordinaire Kevin Sinfield CBE has said he is "humbled" after receiving an honorary degree from the University of Leeds. The Oldhamer received the degree during a ceremony at University’s Grade II-listed Great Hall
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Woman jailed for robbing 81-year-old man at cash machine
A woman has been jailed after robbing an older man leaving him with a fractured hip. Jody Ainsworth, of no fixed abode, was sentenced to three years and four months imprisonment after pleading guilty to robbing an 81-year-old man. Bolton Crown
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Wanted man over false imprisonment could be in Failsworth
Police have appealed for help from the public to find a wanted man with links to Failsworth. Colin O'Grady is wanted for false imprisonment and assault. The public has been advised not to approach the 51-year-old if they see him.
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Mellon's verdict as Fondop shines in Warrington Town draw
Micky Mellon is looking at the bigger picture after Latics were pegged back by Warrington Town after a dominant hour at Cantilever Park. Mike Fondop’s brace, plus an own goal from former Oldham man Peter Clarke, saw Micky Mellon’s side gain a commanding
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Oldham residents startled awake by smoke as 4km moorland blaze burns for 24 hours
Residents all across Oldham say they woke to the sound of sirens and a strong smell of smoke this morning as a moorland miles away burns for more than 24 hours. On Tuesday (July 30), fire crews from West Yorkshire were called to reports of a moorland
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Oldham residents told to reduce activity in air pollution alert
Vulnerable residents have been warned to limit outdoor activity today (Wednesday, July 31) due to increased air pollution. It comes as Oldham has been warned with a yellow alert for thunderstorms on Thursday. A text message alert sent out by
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Keir Starmer condemns 'violence and thuggery' after unrest near Southport mosque
Keir Starmer has condemned the "violence and thuggery" that took place last night (Tuesday, July 30) after unrest occurred near a mosque in Southport. This happened hours after a vigil took place to remember the victims of a knife attack in which
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Oldham's priciest and bargain streets over the past five years
Oldham's most and least expensive streets over the past five years have been unveiled. Ripponden Road, Langton Close and Moordale Avenue are home to the highest valued properties in the area, according to data from sales company, Property Solvers
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Oldham hospice 'feeling the impact' appeals for support from community
An Oldham hospice has said it is "feeling the impact" of the cost-of-living crisis as it appeals for donations from the community. Dr Kershaw's Hospice has been providing free, specialist, end-of-life and palliative care for adults with life-limiting
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Residents mixed response to Oldham Town Centre plans
With Oldham Council having teamed up with Muse and revealed their plans for the town centre, we spoke to the people of Oldham to find out what they think about the future of the town. Responses were of mixed, with many saying they were concerned
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'Coward' fled scene after causing crash which left woman with broken spine
A man has been described as a "coward" after causing a crash which left a woman with a fractured spine before fleeing the scene with his dog. Mark Kennedy appeared at Minshull Street Crown Court on Monday (July 29) after pleading guilty to causing
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Controversial plans to demolish derelict house and in place of new home approved
A derelict house in the Green Belt is set to be demolished and replaced with a new house despite concerns. In June last year, plans were submitted to demolish the house at Besom Hill End Farm, which sits on Ripponden Road between Grains Bar and
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No dog poo fines issued in Oldham- despite more than 300 complaints
Oldham Council issued zero fines for people not picking up dog poo in the last two years- despite receiving more than 300 reports. The council received 308 complaints of dog poo being left in public places since 2022. In 2022, the council
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Saddleworth boss wrongly claimed £63k from Covid furlough scheme
A director of a construction company from Saddleworth has received a lengthy ban after he was found to have wrongly claimed funds totalling more than £63,000 in Covid furlough support. Between April 2020 and October 2021, David Andrew Bolan of