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Growing together – greenbelt groups to unite for protest march against housing plans
Campaigners opposed to the concreting over of large swathes of greenbelt and greenfield in Crompton, Royton and Shaw are on the march. A united demonstration…
Smoking truck removed from Royton’s roads
A SMOKY truck has been removed from the road after being seized by police officers. Reports of fumes billowing across Royton town centre this morning…
Three arrested over cash machine robberies
Three men have been arrested following an ongoing investigation into cash machine robberies. Three men – aged 30, 31 and 33 – were arrested on…
First cut is the deepest and OMBC councillors say ‘no’ to reducing ranks
By Charlotte Green, Local Democracy Reporter COUNCILLORS have refused a proposal to slash their numbers to save taxpayers cash – despite claims it is time…
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When a golden goal is not a golden goal
OLDHAM Athletic have been criticised by the Independent Football Ombudsman in a row over a ‘winning’ golden goal ticket. Though Ombudsman Professor Derek Fraser insists…
Pete is Wild Rover Latics’ cup exploits in comic strip
OLDHAM Athletic’s Emirates FA Cup giantkilling act at Premier League club Fulham was described as ‘Roy of the Rovers stuff’. It was a throwback to…
Former Manchester United legend Scholes confirmed as Oldham Athletic manager
Oldham Athletic have confirmed former Manchester United and England legend as their new first-team manager on an 18-month deal. Scholes will be assisted by Mick…
Around the greens: success for Crompton bowlers as season’s review continues
THE season continued with local bowls teams doing battle with their counterparts from across the Summit in the Rochdale Men’s Vets League. Royton Cricket finished fifth in division ‘A’, bolstered…
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Let’s get growing! Free event coming to Oldham
A free, family friendly community event is taking place in Oldham to help bring together people interested in growing. The Community Growing Conference takes place…
Write your will to help leave a lasting legacy to Oldham’s youth
CARING Oldham solicitors are teaming up for the third Annual Will Week in aid of Mahdlo Youth Zone. Held from March 4-8, local residents are…
Drink and the dangers: have your say in big alcohol conversation
PUBLIC health professionals are encouraging everyone to take part in Greater Manchester’s Big Alcohol Conversation before the survey closes on Thursday, February 28, 2019. The…
Graham’s cooking good at Chequers
AS head chef at Chequers, the Prime Minister’s country retreat in the Buckinghamshire countryside, former Shaw resident Graham Howarth has cooked for royalty, political heavyweights…
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Oldham Coliseum announces studio programme of independent plays and musicals
OLDHAM Coliseum Theatre’s popular studio programme returns for its third year this spring with a mix of comedy, drama, new writing and musicals from artists…
Les Misérables alumni bring best of Broadway and West End to Oldham Coliseum
A blockbusting two-hour show that recreates original Broadway and West End musical hit songs is coming to Oldham this February. The UK’s longest running musical…
Coliseum’s panto favourite Richard J Fletcher to play Dame as Fine Time Fontayne passes the baton
OLDHAM Coliseum Theatre’s 2019 pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk will see Richard J Fletcher step into the extravagant wardrobe of the Dame as Fine Time…
Chris Lawson steps up to Acting Artistic Director at Oldham Coliseum
Oldham Coliseum Theatre’s Associate Director, Chris Lawson, has stepped up to Acting Artistic Director at the theatre following the departure announced last month of former…
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A look through the keyhole into the Ian McConnell’s Veterinary Practice
Ian McConnell Veterinary Practice was established in Mossley in the year 2000. Due to recent major changes within the veterinary industry, it remains one of…
OCL wins Customer Engagement Award
Oldham Community Leisure (OCL) has been awarded a Silver Customer Engagement Award for dedication to its customers. The Customer Engagement Awards were launched by the…
Mixing with the Elite- Shaw gym re-opens with new look
STAFF at Elite Fitness underwent a strenuous weekend workout with a difference as part of the Shaw gym’s ongoing refurbishment work. Their efforts were rewarded…
Railway is just the ticket
IT is often said you do not get something for nothing but in the case of entertainment at a Royton pub that is certainly not…
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Booked up! Royton pupils help break down education barriers
Kind-hearted Royton school children are sending more than 2,000 books to help improve the lives of less fortunate youngsters in Africa. Pupils from St Aidan…
A star – Andrea is new head at E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy
THE new headteacher at E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy needs no introduction to her pupils. After 18 months as deputy, Andrea Atkinson has succeeded Neil…
Kind-hearted local firm gives young people a Christmas to remember
KIND-HEARTED OLDHAM Chiropractic and Physiotherapy made a special visit to Mahdlo Youth Zone to deliver sacks full of gifts and give members a Christmas they’ll…
Cadets in fine tune at national championships
A ROYTON band was named the third best in the country – but its bandmaster is not down-hearted as it picks from a much smaller…