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Police issue statement as Oldham town centre businesses 'vigilant'
Some shops in Oldham town centre have reportedly closed early today as rumours online suggest the town could be hit next by rioters. Following a troubled weekend of violence and disorder across the country, residents in Oldham and nearby Rochdale
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Olivia Cooke praised as House of the Dragon season finale airs
Fans of the hit show House of The Dragon have praised Oldham actress Olivia Cooke after the season finale aired overnight. House of the Dragon's season two finale has hit streaming platforms bringing the ever-exciting world of Westeros to screens
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Mellon gives injury update on top scorer Norwood ahead of first game of season
Oldham Athletic will start the season without last season's top scorer James Norwood, and striker Joe Garner, manager Micky Mellon has confirmed. The pair have missed pre-season in almost its entirety due to lengthy injuries, with Norwood tearing
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Eight-year-old boy dies after being pulled from house fire on Wirral estate
An eight-year-old boy has died after being pulled from a house fire in Wirral. Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service (MFRS) crews were called to a "serious house fire" at Keele Close, Beechwood in the early hours of Sunday, August 4. Fire crews
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Oldham Mayor condemns 'far-right thuggery' and issues advice after weekend of riots
After a disturbing weekend of riots, fires, racism and looting across the country, the Mayor of Oldham has condemned the violence and has issued safety advice for communities concerned by the violence. Disorder escalated across several towns and
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Long Distance Latic: Looking organised but lacking depth
So, here we go for another no doubt rollercoaster season following Oldham and thanks for once again joining me to read my musings from afar. Particularly as I’m missing the first game of the season due to a poorly planned holiday, I ventured down
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Just Stop Oil protesters arrested near to Manchester Airport
Police arrested four Just Stop Oil protesters near Manchester Airport on Monday morning. Three women aged 21, 30, and 53 and a man aged 23 were detained on suspicion of conspiring to cause a public nuisance. They were also found to be in possession
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Brits issued warning over fake weight-loss jabs as Ozempic shortages continue
Pharmacy leaders in the UK have urged people not to buy fake weight-loss jabs online as shortages of Ozempic are expected to stretch into next year, they have said. The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) warned of a possible “explosion in the
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Government plan emergency Cobra meeting in response to escalating riots
The Government has confirmed it will be holding an emergency Cobra meeting today (Monday, August 5) in response to escalating violence and riots over the weekend. Police responded to violent scenes in Rotherham, Middlesbrough, Bolton and other
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Grandmother fighting for life after falling unconscious on flight
A grandmother is fighting for her life in a hospital in Croatia after falling unconscious on a flight taking her and her family on holiday. Aimee Keogh, 37, was travelling with her husband, children and her mum Kay Wilson, 65, from Radcliffe on
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Oldham Council forced to give names after close to £120,000 passed to King
The council has been forced to reveal the names of those whose estates were passed to the King’s portfolio of land, property and assets after dying without a will. Nearly £120,000 has been passed to the King’s portfolio of land, property, and assets
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New nursery could open at former Oldham church after plans submitted
A new nursery could open at a former church after plans were submitted. Planning documents show that Tiddlywinks Nursery Group is in the process of buying Salem Moravian Church on Lees Road. The site operated as the Laugh N Learn nursery for
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Oldhamers recognised for outstanding community work at awards ceremony
More than a dozen Oldhamers have been recognised for their outstanding work in the community with awards from the Mayor of Oldham. At a ceremony in the council chambers on Saturday, July 27, Cllr Zahid Chauhan OBE awarded each of these 14 remarkable
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Reassurance on Alexandra Park safety after concerns raised
A senior councillor says a "daily security presence" at a park helps ensure people stay safe after concerns were raised by residents. On Saturday, July 27, the council shared a promotional video encouraging people to visit Alexandra Park in Glodwick
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Oldham man caused thousands of pounds worth of damage during affray
A man who caused significant damage a car and properties during a domestic violence related incident has avoided jail. Callum Nield, of Langdale Avenue, Oldham, appeared at Stockport Magistrates' Court on Friday, July 26, where he pleaded guilty
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Oldham man physically and mentally abused partner 'he should have cherished'
A man tried to "take complete control" of his ex-partner's life and assaulted her. Benjamin Smedley appeared at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court on Wednesday, July 31, after previously pleading guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily