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The Oldham Times' coverage of Oldham Athletic has got bigger and better with the launch of our new Facebook group: "Oldham Athletic News" - your ultimate hub for all things Latics!
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Dedicated Latics Facebook group launched by The Oldham Times
🚨 Attention Oldham Athletic Fans! 🚨 The Oldham Times' coverage of Oldham Athletic has got bigger and better with the launch of our new…
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Two lanes shut on motorway due to flooding from heavy rain
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Two lanes shut on motorway due to flooding from heavy rain
The closure is between J11, for Birchwood, and J12, for Eccles, along the eastbound carriageway.
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about 1 hour ago
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Peppa Pig character to receive life-changing diagnosis in upcoming episode
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Peppa Pig character to receive life-changing diagnosis in upcoming episode
Peppa Pig's brother George is to be diagnosed as moderately deaf in an episode that will air at the beginning of March
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about 2 hours ago
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Another UK travel company closes down with flights and holiday packages cancelled
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Another UK travel company closes down with flights and holiday packages cancelled
UK travel company, Simply Florida Travel Ltd (based in Glasgow), which offered holiday packages to the US and Canada, has ceased trading.
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about 2 hours ago
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Betrayal full cast list for new ITV crime-drama series starring Shaun Evans
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Betrayal full cast list for new ITV crime-drama series starring Shaun Evans
Shaun Evans, Romola Garai and Zahra Ahmadi will be among the cast members for ITV's new crime-drama series Betrayal
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about 2 hours ago
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Coronation Street star shares breast cancer diagnosis ahead of new role on rival soap
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Coronation Street star shares breast cancer diagnosis ahead of new role on rival soap
Former Coronation Street star Beverley Callard, who played Liz McDonald for 21 years, has revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
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about 4 hours ago
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'It's my biggest challenge' says Lee Mead about playing the lead in Barnum
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'It's my biggest challenge' says Lee Mead about playing the lead in Barnum
When Lee Mead says “honestly, I feel like my whole career has led to this moment” you know he means it.
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about 4 hours ago
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What to expect at Y Not Festival as it returns with big names and rising stars
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What to expect at Y Not Festival as it returns with big names and rising stars
Festival goers can expect big-name acts and rising stars as Y Not Festival returns to Pikehall in the Peak District
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about 4 hours ago
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I tried the new 'in' food at newly opened cosy restaurant
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I tried the new 'in' food at newly opened cosy restaurant
ROTTISSERIE chicken is ‘in’ apparently, if you read the food and drink sections of the broadsheets or scroll for long enough on TikTok - and a new restaurant has popped up in Ancoats eager to spearhead the trend in the North West
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about 4 hours ago
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Paranormal investigator weighs in on Coliseum 'ghost' photo
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Paranormal investigator weighs in on Coliseum 'ghost' photo
A paranormal expert has a compelling theory about the Oldham Coliseum 'ghost' sighting
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about 4 hours ago
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New Siobhan Finneran film to premiere in Manchester next month
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New Siobhan Finneran film to premiere in Manchester next month
Chatlines, a sci-fi film starring Oldham's Siobhan Finneran, will premiere in Manchester in March.
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about 4 hours ago
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Decision to be made on HMO plan with dozens of objections
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Decision to be made on HMO plan with dozens of objections
A decision is set to be made on an application to convert an Oldham property into a house in multiple occupation (HMO) with dozens of objections
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about 4 hours ago
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Jeff Goldblum announces new UK shows part as part of his World Tour
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Jeff Goldblum announces new UK shows part as part of his World Tour
Film star Jeff Goldblum has added new UK dates to his upcoming musical tour.
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about 19 hours ago
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Heartfelt tribute paid to 'loving father' killed in Littleborough aircraft crash
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Heartfelt tribute paid to 'loving father' killed in Littleborough aircraft crash
Tributes have been paid to a "loving father" who died in an aircraft crash in Littleborough on Tuesday, February 3
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about 20 hours ago
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Update after arrests made connected to devastating fatal Wigan Road crash
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Update after arrests made connected to devastating fatal Wigan Road crash
Three men and a woman arrested in connection with the investigation into a devastating crash that killed four people on Wigan Road have been bailed.
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about 20 hours ago
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Parachute system missing after fatal Littleborough aircraft crash
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Parachute system missing after fatal Littleborough aircraft crash
A piece of the parachute system remains missing following the fatal Littleborough aircraft crash this week
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about 23 hours ago
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Oldham Liberal Democrats leader to retire after nearly 40 years on council
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Oldham Liberal Democrats leader to retire after nearly 40 years on council
The leader of Oldham Liberal Democrats will not stand in the May elections and has announced he will be retiring after nearly 40 years on the council
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about 23 hours ago
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Warning of major road closures for Chinese New Year celebrations
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Warning of major road closures for Chinese New Year celebrations
Road closures will be in place across Manchester city centre to support Chinese New Year celebrations, including the Lunar New Year Fair and Dragon Parade
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1 day ago
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UK broadband company closes as customers told to find new provider 'immediately'
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UK broadband company closes as customers told to find new provider 'immediately'
UK-based broadband company Vispa offered Openreach-based broadband packages and full fibre broadband.
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1 day ago
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EasyJet expands Liverpool flights with six new destinations
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EasyJet expands Liverpool flights with six new destinations
A major airline has revealed six new destinations from Liverpool John Lennon Airport in 2026
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1 day ago
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Direct flights from Manchester Airport to Toronto to run all year round
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Direct flights from Manchester Airport to Toronto to run all year round
Direct flights between Manchester Airport and Toronto in Canada will now operate year-round, with Air Canada running services four days a week
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1 day ago
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Manchester Piccadilly passengers warned of major disruption next week
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Manchester Piccadilly passengers warned of major disruption next week
Travellers are being urged to plan ahead as railway closures are set to cause disruption.
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1 day ago
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Manchester Airport Terminal 2 gets street food market hall
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Manchester Airport Terminal 2 gets street food market hall
A new street food market hall has opened at Manchester Airport - here's what to expect when you're jetting off on your holidays
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1 day ago
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Man taken to hospital with serious injuries after Shaw attack
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Man taken to hospital with serious injuries after Shaw attack
A 47-year-old man has been arrested after an alleged assault in Shaw saw one person seriously injured and taken to hospital
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1 day ago
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Free school bus pass plan for 8,000 homeless Greater Manchester children
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Free school bus pass plan for 8,000 homeless Greater Manchester children
Andy Burnham has committed to giving 8,000 homeless children in temporary accommodation free school travel after calls from MPs and charities.
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1 day ago
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I tried Manchester’s hidden Winter Olympics experience - and families will love it
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I tried Manchester’s hidden Winter Olympics experience - and families will love it
Discover Manchester’s hidden Winter Olympics experience at The Curling Club — a fun, fast-paced activity perfect for families, dates and days out.
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1 day ago
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Damp and cool weather is expected this weekend in Oldham
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Damp and cool weather is expected this weekend in Oldham
Here's your weekend weather forecast for Oldham
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1 day ago
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Take a look inside 'stunning' countryside farmhouse on the market for £600,000
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Take a look inside 'stunning' countryside farmhouse on the market for £600,000
A £600,000 stone-built farmhouse, Roe Gate Farm on Grains Road in Shaw, Oldham, blends traditional character with spacious modern living
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1 day ago
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Beloved Colin the Caterpillar cake gets gluten-free makeover in Oldham
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Beloved Colin the Caterpillar cake gets gluten-free makeover in Oldham
Marks & Spencer has launched a gluten-free version of its iconic Colin the Caterpillar cake, developed by Park Cakes at its Oldham bakery
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1 day ago
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Homes to be built at site of former scandal schools if £2m conditions met
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Homes to be built at site of former scandal schools if £2m conditions met
Almost 150 new homes are set to be built on land in Chadderton, subject to £2m being paid in contributions towards open spaces, education and a CCTV camera
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1 day ago
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Councillor hits out after alleys cleaned two weeks ago already in 'poor state'
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Councillor hits out after alleys cleaned two weeks ago already in 'poor state'
A councillor in Oldham has hit out after alleyways he said were cleaned just two weeks before were found in 'poor state' after repeated fly tipping
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1 day ago
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Man fined within minutes after urinating at Greater Manchester bus interchange
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Man fined within minutes after urinating at Greater Manchester bus interchange
A man was fined at Rochdale bus interchange after being caught urinating, as Greater Manchester Police mark 500 LiveChat reports of antisocial behaviour.
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1 day ago
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Warning to partygoers ahead of Tokyo Project reunion
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Warning to partygoers ahead of Tokyo Project reunion
Tokyo Project is returning to Oldham for one night only - here's what you need to know about the event.
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1 day ago
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Oldham residents issued warning ahead of weekend tram disruption
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Oldham residents issued warning ahead of weekend tram disruption
Oldham residents planning to get the tram into Manchester city centre this weekend have been warned of potential disruption
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1 day ago
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Teenager arrested following police pursuit after car stolen
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Teenager arrested following police pursuit after car stolen
A pair of suspects, including a teenager from Middleton, have been arrested by Cheshire Police following a pursuit during a probe into a burglary
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2 days ago
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UK high street fashion chain goes into administration with gift cards now invalid
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UK high street fashion chain goes into administration with gift cards now invalid
Customers should note that Quiz Clothing returns won’t be refunded, exchanges are only for faulty items, and all gift cards are now invalid
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2 days ago
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Teenage boy taken to hospital after 'machete' attack
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Teenage boy taken to hospital after 'machete' attack
A teenage boy was taken to hospital following a suspected machete attack in Chadderton on Wednesday (February 4) night
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2 days ago
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Coronation Street and Emmerdale axed from ITV schedule tonight - here's why
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Coronation Street and Emmerdale axed from ITV schedule tonight - here's why
Coronation Street and Emmerdale have been pulled from the ITV schedule tonight (Thursday, February 5) due to the 2026 Guinness Six Nations.
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2 days ago
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Murder suspects seen 'fist bumping and hugging' after Bury teen's death
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Murder suspects seen 'fist bumping and hugging' after Bury teen's death
Three men were seen “fist bumping and hugging” in “celebration” after a 19-year-old was fatally stabbed at a football pitch carpark, a court heard.
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2 days ago
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Oldham residents warned as snow alert issued
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Oldham residents warned as snow alert issued
Oldham residents are being warned to expect snow today (Thursday, February 5) as the Met Office issues a yellow weather warning
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2 days ago
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Yellow warning issued for snow in parts of Greater Manchester
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Yellow warning issued for snow in parts of Greater Manchester
A yellow warning for snow has been issued for parts of Greater Manchester and Lancashire today with wintry conditions expected across the north.
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2 days ago
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First Choice Homes Oldham appoints two new non-executive directors
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First Choice Homes Oldham appoints two new non-executive directors
First Choice Homes Oldham has strengthened its board with the appointment of new non-executive directors Collette King-Vogel and Gareth Rigby
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2 days ago
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Cheapest places to get petrol and diesel in and around Oldham
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Cheapest places to get petrol and diesel in and around Oldham
We've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in and around Oldham, according to petrolprices.com
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2 days ago
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MP calls for better solution to proposed designs in Royton town centre
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MP calls for better solution to proposed designs in Royton town centre
Jim McMahon MP has called for a better solution regarding investment in Royton town centre, saying parts of the current design for improvement to the town "aren't right"
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2 days ago
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Working men's club says 'no choice' behind 'unfortunate' prices decision
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Working men's club says 'no choice' behind 'unfortunate' prices decision
A working men's club in Crompton has said it has been left with 'no choice' but to make changes to its price list
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2 days ago
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The Oldham school 'reshaping what it means to be a man in the 21st century'
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The Oldham school 'reshaping what it means to be a man in the 21st century'
An Oldham school is "reshaping what it means to be a man in the 21st century" by delivering sessions in "progressive masculinity"
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2 days ago
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Historic mill could be turned into hotel
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Historic mill could be turned into hotel
A plan to turn one of Oldham’s historic cotton mills into a hotel has been ‘recommended for approval’ by town planners
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2 days ago
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Anger after goose is 'shot from sky' on Royton estate
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Anger after goose is 'shot from sky' on Royton estate
Residents in Royton have been left angered after they said a goose was shot from the sky on their estate after 'several shots'
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2 days ago
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Oldham MP calls for draft law to scrap two-child benefit cap to go further
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Oldham MP calls for draft law to scrap two-child benefit cap to go further
MP for Oldham East and Saddleworth Debbie Abrahams has welcomed the draft law which will scrap the two-child benefit cap, but described it as a “down payment”
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2 days ago
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Bolton dog attack leaves girl, 10, with ‘life changing injuries’
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Bolton dog attack leaves girl, 10, with ‘life changing injuries’
Bolton police responded to a serious incident this afternoon in Great Lever after reports of a dog attack on Roseneath Road.
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3 days ago
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