Derek catches a big win for army
A ROYTON soldier has helped net a big prize by skippering an army side to a big win without any force. In fact, there was…
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Derek catches a big win for army
A ROYTON soldier has helped net a big prize by skippering an army side to a big win without any force. In fact, there was…
Help tackle homelessness in Oldham
BY giving a just a little you could help a lot. That’s the message behind Real Change Oldham – a pioneering new initiative aimed at…
Three men charged following a burglary in Oldham
Three men have been charged following a burglary in Oldham. Christopher Butler (08/12/1993) of Wallshaw Street, Oldham has been charged with burglary. Jamie Stanton (18/07/1994)…
Witness appeal launched after Oldham man found with serious injuries
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man was taken to hospital with serious injuries in Oldham. Shortly before 1am this morning (Wednesday 5 June…
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Roddy takes the reins at Oldham Rugby Union Club
OLDHAM RUGBY Union Club has appointed former Cheshire county player Chris Roddy as its new coach. Roddy arrives at Manor Park with an excellent rugby…
Paul Scholes fined for breaching football betting rules
PAUL Scholes has been fined £8,000 after breaking football betting rules. The former Oldham Athletic manager, who lives in Grasscroft, was found to have placed…
They think it’s Hall over…but Hopwood put up spirited Euro defence
HOPWOOD Hall College’s Football Academy travelled to the Netherlands to defend their Eindhoven European Cup champions title. The holders drafted in a number of new…
Oldham Athletic appoints new head coach Laurent Banide on one-year deal
Oldham Athletic has appointed Laurent Banide as head coach on a one-year-deal. The 51-year-old has managerial experience abroad which includes stints at AS Monaco, Al…
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Royton to celebrate armed forces
ROYTON is set to pay tribute to its armed forces personnel by throwing a celebration to say ‘thank you’. The town’s branch of the Royal…
Better weather on the way! your Royton weather snapshot
If you’ve been following Oldham Weather’s (@chadweather) tweets you will see a promise of high pressure to build towards this weekend – this is still…
New eco cars arrive at OMC Motor Group
IT is an exciting time at OMC Motor Group as they witness the start of a new era of eco cars in both the Ford…
Car review: Our friend’s electric!
By Steve Berry IF you are looking for a family-sized electric vehicle, both affordable and capable of clocking up many miles between charges, you may have…
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The countdown is on… the countdown to PROM!
AFTER its huge success in 2010, Oldham Theatre Workshop is reviving its teenage take on the Cinderella story. This is an energy-infused piece of musical…
Oldham Choral Society makes rare Rochdale appearance for recital series
OLDHAM Choral Society is making a rare appearance in Rochdale when they sing at St Chad’s as part of their regular Saturday lunchtime recital series.…
Hundreds step up for Dr Kershaw’s
RECORD numbers stepped up to support Dr Kershaw’s Hospice and its Rochdale counterpart Springhill Hospice, for the 13th annual, 7.25-mile, Hospice to Hospice Walk. A…
‘From Waterloo to Peterloo’
GALLERY Oldham’s newest exhibition, ‘From Waterloo to Peterloo’ explores the many stories linking Oldham and its people with the historic events of Peterloo. This year…
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Join the Elite helped by Continuing Professional Development
A FORMER Oldham College lecturer has launched a new business aimed at ensuring individuals or companies keep their skills and knowledge upto date. Continuing Professional…
Former bank to become new Royton restaurant?
A FORMER bank could be the latest building to enhance Royton’s reputation as a go to destination for eating and drinking. The NatWest Bank on…
In an Elite league of its own Shaw gym celebrates 10th birthday
ON June 1, 2009 Dizzee Rascal’s Bonkers was number one, Dave Penney was Oldham Athletic’s manager and Elite Fitness gym opened its doors for the…
Teas to tempt make for good afternoon at the Live Lounge
WHEN Logan Galbraith was looking to launch afternoon teas at the Live Lounge in Royton he found himself missing a couple of vital ingredients. Then…
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Top marks for pupils at Oldham Choral Speaking Festival
PUPILS from schools in Shaw and Royton have earned top marks in the 35th annual Oldham Choral Speaking Festival. As previously reported in the Correspondent,…
Stars in our eyes: Nominations open to celebrate looked after children and care leavers
NOMINATIONS are now open to celebrate the achievements of Oldham’s children looked after and care leavers. Oldham Council will host its annual Stars in Our…
Tackle the three peaks of Saddleworth for Mahdlo
LOCALS are invited to put on their walking boots and tackle the three peaks of Saddleworth in a charity challenge for Mahdlo Oldham. Returning for…
Academy students united behind knife crime initiative
STUDENTS and staff of Oldham Academy North have come together to raise awareness around knife crime. While knife crime is not an issue at Academy…