Christmas

The cost of a Christmas dinner has risen over the last two years

Christmas dinner cost rises twice as fast at Oldham wages

Christmas light switch-on and parade

Christmas light switch-on and parade

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How much this year's Oldham Christmas lights switch on cost the council

The Oldhamers working on this Christmas Day

The Oldhamers working on this Christmas Day

'A privilege': What is it like for those from Oldham who work on Christmas Day?

The fridge has received a generous donation to help it stock up on Christmas dinner items this year

The fridge has received a generous donation to help it stock up on Christmas dinner items this year

Oldham 'community fridge' stocked with Christmas dinner to help residents

The stocking fillers can be found at some of the UK's biggest retailers from Primark, Home Bargains and more with the items ranging from a YSL perfume dupe to 50p cosy winter gloves.

The stocking fillers can be found at some of the UK's biggest retailers from Primark, Home Bargains and more with the items ranging from a YSL perfume dupe to 50p cosy winter gloves.

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9 stocking fillers you can pick up from £1 at Primark, Home Bargains and more

Dawn Lomas with her son Philip

Dawn Lomas with her son Philip

Oldham mum shares cancer diagnosis story as she appeals for other to get checked

The heartwarming tradition continues with these pictures which have been snapped of the handmade post box toppers from South Wales to Scotland.

The heartwarming tradition continues with these pictures which have been snapped of the handmade post box toppers from South Wales to Scotland.

PICTURES: 12 knitted post box toppers spreading festive cheer across the UK

With the cost of 1st and 2nd class stamps, sending Christmas cards has become an expense many people can't afford to make.

With the cost of 1st and 2nd class stamps, sending Christmas cards has become an expense many people can't afford to make.

I'm a Gen Z: This is the dying Christmas tradition I want to keep alive

There was a Santa's grotto, stalls and entertainment at the inaugural festive event

There was a Santa's grotto, stalls and entertainment at the inaugural festive event

'Remarkable' turn out as hundreds attend first-ever Christmas lights switch on

The Grinch took to the streets of Oldham

The Grinch took to the streets of Oldham

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The Grinch brings laughter and traffic management to Oldham

GP, Dr Bhavini Shah (GMC: 7090158) from LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor has urged Brits that their common cold symptoms could actually be allergies and what many call 'Christmas Tree syndrome'.

GP, Dr Bhavini Shah (GMC: 7090158) from LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor has urged Brits that their common cold symptoms could actually be allergies and what many call 'Christmas Tree syndrome'.

GP issues health warning to Brits putting up their Christmas decorations

The family hope the display will spread Christmas cheer

The family hope the display will spread Christmas cheer

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Oldham family unveil 'Christmas house' for 10th year running 'to light up community'

Shoppers have three chances to hit a bullseye to win a Christmas tree

Shoppers have three chances to hit a bullseye to win a Christmas tree

Oldham company gives away FREE Christmas tree - 'if you can hit a bullseye'

Red and green lights at the switch-on event

Red and green lights at the switch-on event

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Council refutes claim town hall Christmas lights were ‘Palestinian flag’

UPDATES: Festive fun with Christmas parade and light switch on in Oldham TODAY

UPDATES: Festive fun with Christmas parade and light switch on in Oldham TODAY

UPDATES: Festive fun with Christmas parade and light switch on in Oldham TODAY

Last year's event included a fireworks display

Last year's event included a fireworks display

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Christmas lights switch on to go ahead despite cancellations

How early is too early to sell Christmas decorations?

How early is too early to sell Christmas decorations?

Shoppers stunned as Christmas decorations already on sale in major retailer

Meal ideas to make the most of your Christmas leftovers

Meal ideas to make the most of your Christmas leftovers

Meal ideas to make the most of your Christmas leftovers

Undated BBC handout photo of (left to to right ) Hames Corden as Neil 'Smithy' Smith, Joanna Page as Stacey Shipman, Mathew Horne as Gavin Shipman and Ruth Jones as Nessa Jenkins who starred in the Gavin & Stacey's Christmas special.

Undated BBC handout photo of (left to to right ) Hames Corden as Neil 'Smithy' Smith, Joanna Page as Stacey Shipman, Mathew Horne as Gavin Shipman and Ruth Jones as Nessa Jenkins who starred in the Gavin & Stacey's Christmas special.

Watch 8 of the best Christmas TV cliffhangers of all time - do you agree?

Dashing through the streets

Dashing through the streets

Saddleworth Santa Dash 2022 raises record-breaking amount for local causes

Christmas opening times at Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Morrisons, M&S and more.

Christmas opening times at Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Morrisons, M&S and more.

Full list of Christmas opening hours at major UK supermarkets from M&S to Aldi

NASA reveals when you can see 'Santa's sleigh' this Christmas.

NASA reveals when you can see 'Santa's sleigh' this Christmas.

NASA reveals when you can see 'Santa's sleigh' in the sky this Christmas

The truth on police checking for drink drivers at Christmas.

The truth on police checking for drink drivers at Christmas.

Are there really more police checking for drink drivers over Christmas?

Oldham Pride at George Square in July 2022

Oldham Pride at George Square in July 2022

Oldham Pride to host ‘ugly Christmas jumper’ event at library

Oldham Pride at George Square in July 2022

Oldham Pride at George Square in July 2022

Oldham Pride to host ‘ugly Christmas jumper’ event at library

The danceathon has already raised more than £1,000

The danceathon has already raised more than £1,000

Oldham Salvation Army leader takes on 24-hour danceathon

More than 200 presents were bought

More than 200 presents were bought

Hindu temple donates £3k in Christmas presents to Oldham kids

Morrisons has announced it is cutting the price of 52 of its festive products to try and keep prices low. (PA/Canva)

Morrisons has announced it is cutting the price of 52 of its festive products to try and keep prices low. (PA/Canva)

Morrisons announces Christmas price cut on over 50 'key' festive products

Top 7 destinations to escape for some winter sun (Canva)

Top 7 destinations to escape for some winter sun (Canva)

Top 7 destinations to escape for some winter sun

Royal Mail's festive stamps will centre around key moments from the Nativity story. (Royal Mail/PA)

Royal Mail's festive stamps will centre around key moments from the Nativity story. (Royal Mail/PA)

Royal Mail's Christmas stamps to feature the Queen's portrait for final time

Asda's home delivery service includes the option for customers to have their shopping delivered on Christmas Eve for the first time

Asda's home delivery service includes the option for customers to have their shopping delivered on Christmas Eve for the first time

Asda issues update on Christmas delivery slots - how to secure yours

Warning to anyone having Turkey for Christmas amid UK's worst bird flu outbreak

Warning to anyone having Turkey for Christmas amid UK's worst bird flu outbreak

Warning to anyone having Turkey for Christmas amid UK's worst bird flu outbreak

TikTok mum reveals how you can save hundreds this Christmas by banning three things.

TikTok mum reveals how you can save hundreds this Christmas by banning three things.

Mum reveals how you can save hundreds this Christmas by banning three things

Aldi’s Christmas hampers are back and we can’t wait to get our hands on one (PA/Aldi)

Aldi’s Christmas hampers are back and we can’t wait to get our hands on one (PA/Aldi)

Aldi’s Christmas hampers are back and we can’t wait to get our hands on one

DWP Universal Credit and other benefit claimants set for £10 Christmas cash boost. (PA)

DWP Universal Credit and other benefit claimants set for £10 Christmas cash boost. (PA)

Millions on Universal Credit set to receive Christmas cash boost in December

Bank Holidays 2022: How long do we have to wait for our next day off work? (PA)

Bank Holidays 2022: How long do we have to wait for our next day off work? (PA)

This is how long you have to wait for your next Bank Holiday off work

Experts share 6 top tips to survive the long wait until January payday. (PA)

Experts share 6 top tips to survive the long wait until January payday. (PA)

6 top tips to survive the long wait until your January payday after Christmas

Decathlon launches sale with up to 50 per cent off fitness and camping essentials (Decathlon)

Decathlon launches sale with up to 50 per cent off fitness and camping essentials (Decathlon)

Decathlon launches sale with up to 50 per cent off fitness and camping essentials

I Saw It First launches up to 90% off in seasonal sale today (I Saw It First)

I Saw It First launches up to 90% off in seasonal sale today (I Saw It First)

I Saw It First launches up to 90 per cent off in seasonal sale

Keep pets safe this Christmas by knowing the dangers the festive season can create. Picture: RSPCA

Keep pets safe this Christmas by knowing the dangers the festive season can create. Picture: RSPCA

RSPCA warning: Seven unexpected dangers to pets this Christmas

Iceland reduces Christmas veg to just 1p – but you’ll need to be quick (PA)

Iceland reduces Christmas veg to just 1p – but you’ll need to be quick (PA)

Iceland reduces Christmas veg to just 1p – but you’ll need to be quick

Aldi is selling a Harry Potter Chamber Of Secrets LEGO set (Aldi)

Aldi is selling a Harry Potter Chamber Of Secrets LEGO set (Aldi)

Aldi is selling a LEGO Harry Potter Chamber of Secrets set for under £100 - but be quick

If you can't face the shops, buy experience Christmas gifts instead. Picture: PA

If you can't face the shops, buy experience Christmas gifts instead. Picture: PA

Last minute Christmas gifts you can buy including experiences, passes, tickets and classes

M&S Christmas food range. Credit: M&S

M&S Christmas food range. Credit: M&S

M&S reveals 12 days of Christmas food range - See the festive menu here

John and Johannes (top) and Rose and Giovanni during the semi-final. Credit: BBC/PA

John and Johannes (top) and Rose and Giovanni during the semi-final. Credit: BBC/PA

Everything you need to know about this weekend's Strictly Come Dancing final

Here are our favourite Christmas toys if you're in need of a last-minute Christmas gift (Canva)

Here are our favourite Christmas toys if you're in need of a last-minute Christmas gift (Canva)

Last minute toys you can buy for Christmas from The Entertainer, Smyths, Argos and more

MyProtein last minute Christmas fitness gifts for your loved ones (MyProtein/MyVegan)

MyProtein last minute Christmas fitness gifts for your loved ones (MyProtein/MyVegan)

Last minute Christmas fitness gift ideas from MyProtein including vitamins and beauty

Jewellery is the perfect gift for someone you love (Canva)

Jewellery is the perfect gift for someone you love (Canva)

Christmas gift ideas from Pandora for under £25 including charms and earrings

Frame TVs, gaming monitors and more: Last minute Christmas gifts from Samsung (Samsung)

Frame TVs, gaming monitors and more: Last minute Christmas gifts from Samsung (Samsung)

Frame TVs, gaming monitors and more: Last minute Christmas gifts from Samsung

Christmas Cosmopolitan (Aldi)

Christmas Cosmopolitan (Aldi)

3 Christmas cocktails you can make at home this festive season

Photo: Pixabay.

Photo: Pixabay.

You can book a Christmas tree when renting a place to stay this Christmas

Christmas frosts could be on the way according to The Met Office

Christmas frosts could be on the way according to The Met Office

The Met Office reveals Christmas and New Year forecast and if it will snow

Iceland is stocking a 227 piece buffet for just £15 (Iceland)

Iceland is stocking a 227 piece buffet for just £15 (Iceland)

Iceland is stocking a 227 piece buffet for just £15 in time for Christmas

Christmas Stockings (Canva)

Christmas Stockings (Canva)

Stocking fillers for under £20 from House of Frazer, M&S, The Entertainer and more