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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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10 months ago
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Plans which could 'shroud communities in secrecy' to be discussed at key debate
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Plans which could 'shroud communities in secrecy' to be discussed at key debate
Plans which could give the public less say in what happens in their communities are likely to be discussed in the House of Commons.
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about 4 hours ago
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Motorway partially closed following 'multi vehicle collision' - live
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Motorway partially closed following 'multi vehicle collision' - live
Three of four lanes are closed on the M62 between J11 and J12 heading eastbound following a 'multi vehicle collision'.
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about 5 hours ago
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Three Oldham drug dealers sentenced to almost 10 years
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Three Oldham drug dealers sentenced to almost 10 years
Three Oldham drug dealers have been sentenced to almost ten years in a series of prosecutions following a police operation.
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about 6 hours ago
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Ryanair luggage rules that every passenger needs to know
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Ryanair luggage rules that every passenger needs to know
Ryanair is reminding passengers flying from Manchester Airport to follow strict baggage rules or risk extra fees at the gate
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about 6 hours ago
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Planned Metrolink strikes POSTPONED after talks opened with TfGM
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Planned Metrolink strikes POSTPONED after talks opened with TfGM
Planned Metrolink tram driver strikes from December 6 to 8 have been postponed amid concerns over fatigue and unsafe rota patterns
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about 6 hours ago
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Man arrested on suspicion of rape after incident in city centre
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Man arrested on suspicion of rape after incident in city centre
A man has been arrested on suspicion of rape following an incident in Manchester city centre over the weekend.
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about 7 hours ago
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Aitch, Ginge and Kelly create I'm a Celebrity controversy over 'sweetgate'
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Aitch, Ginge and Kelly create I'm a Celebrity controversy over 'sweetgate'
Fans have divided opinions after Aitch, Angry Ginge and Kelly Brook stole half of the sweets they won at the dingo dollar challenge on I'm a Celebrity.
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about 7 hours ago
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Two men arrested following burglary at Oldham home leading to high-speed chase
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Two men arrested following burglary at Oldham home leading to high-speed chase
Two men have been arrested and one is at large after an alleged burglary in Oldham led to a police chase which ended at a West Yorkshire caravan site
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about 8 hours ago
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Top cop barred after sending pictures of penis to junior colleague
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Top cop barred after sending pictures of penis to junior colleague
A former Chief Superintendent and district commander of Greater Manchester Police has been barred after he sent pictures of his penis to a junior colleague.
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about 9 hours ago
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Rochdale Council chief executive suspended amid 'inappropriate behaviour' claims
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Rochdale Council chief executive suspended amid 'inappropriate behaviour' claims
The chief executive of Rochdale Council has been suspended following allegations of ‘inappropriate behaviour’, the authority's leader has said.
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about 10 hours ago
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Police officer sustained 'serious injuries' in violent Failsworth pub incident
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Police officer sustained 'serious injuries' in violent Failsworth pub incident
A police officer was said to have sustained ‘serious injuries’ in an violent incident at a pub in Oldham - and now councillors have decided the pub's fate.
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about 11 hours ago
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CD Reviews : Cousins & Willoughby, West,Bruce & Laing, Kate & Anna McGarrigle
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CD Reviews : Cousins & Willoughby, West,Bruce & Laing, Kate & Anna McGarrigle
Music lovers should enjoy this choice selection of roots music and rock releases
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about 13 hours ago
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More Metrolink strikes to hit Manchester over Christmas and New Year
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More Metrolink strikes to hit Manchester over Christmas and New Year
Metrolink tram drivers will strike over Christmas and New Year’s Eve amid an ongoing dispute over fatigue and rest breaks
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about 13 hours ago
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Kirsty Redford: The quiet rituals that help carry deep loss
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Kirsty Redford: The quiet rituals that help carry deep loss
Kirsty Redford's latest column on mental well-being
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about 16 hours ago
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AFG Law: Why setting up a power of attorney can protect your future
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AFG Law: Why setting up a power of attorney can protect your future
Planning for the future should involve ensuring someone you trust can make important decisions
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about 16 hours ago
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Royton man says therapy and dog walks helped him find balance
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Royton man says therapy and dog walks helped him find balance
Simon, 56, from Royton says NHS Oldham Talking Therapies helped him manage stress and gain a fresh perspective on life
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about 16 hours ago
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Plans approved for new restaurant to replace former food store in Oldham
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Plans approved for new restaurant to replace former food store in Oldham
An application has been approved to convert a former food store into a new restaurant in Oldham
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about 16 hours ago
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I went to Dunham Massey's Christmas light trail - it's fun for the whole family
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I went to Dunham Massey's Christmas light trail - it's fun for the whole family
I went to Christmas at Dunham Massey, a festive light trail at a National Trust site, and saw how it proved fun for the whole family and more
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about 16 hours ago
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Saddleworth Santa Dash to return and revive Tractor Parade
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Saddleworth Santa Dash to return and revive Tractor Parade
The Saddleworth Santa Dash is set to return this Christmas, and is helping to revive the Tractor Parade, which was cancelled due to safety issues.
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about 16 hours ago
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'Important step' as construction begins on first solar farm in Oldham
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'Important step' as construction begins on first solar farm in Oldham
Construction has begun at Oldham's first large-scale, ground-mounted solar farm in what has been described as "an important step" for the town.
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about 16 hours ago
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Oldham College has undergone 'significant' progress, Ofsted says
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Oldham College has undergone 'significant' progress, Ofsted says
An Ofsted monitoring visit to Oldham College after its rating was downgraded has found there has been 'significant progress' since the last visit.
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about 16 hours ago
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Explore Europe’s best Christmas markets and fly Manchester Airport for under £80
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Explore Europe’s best Christmas markets and fly Manchester Airport for under £80
Manchester Airport is promoting festive getaways with return flights to top European Christmas markets starting from £80
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1 day ago
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Rock band Evanescence set to perform at Co-op Live
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Rock band Evanescence set to perform at Co-op Live
Rock band Evanescence will bring their piano-driven symphonic metal sound to Co-op Live next year
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1 day ago
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Ryanair introduces major change to passenger boarding process
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Ryanair introduces major change to passenger boarding process
Ryanair now requires all passengers, including those flying from Manchester Airport, to use digital boarding passes
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1 day ago
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Progress for £630m Northern Gateway project as new contract set out
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Progress for £630m Northern Gateway project as new contract set out
Bury Council will mark the next stages of the £630m Northern Gateway regeneration project as it accepts a new contract worth nearly £3m.
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1 day ago
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Shop worker threatened and has 'pistol' pointed at him by man who entered shop
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Shop worker threatened and has 'pistol' pointed at him by man who entered shop
A shop worker was threatened and had a "pistol" pointed at him following an incident in Failsworth earlier this year
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1 day ago
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Network Rail issues Christmas warning to passengers over disruption
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Network Rail issues Christmas warning to passengers over disruption
Rail passengers on the West Coast Main Line are being urged to plan ahead this Christmas due to festive travel disruptions, warns Network Rail
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1 day ago
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Section of M6 to close to allow Network Rail to install railway bridge
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Section of M6 to close to allow Network Rail to install railway bridge
Network Rail will install a £60 million steel railway bridge over the M6 at Clifton, Lancashire, in 2026 as part of a major rail upgrade
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1 day ago
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Oldham cul-de-sac included on list of winners in People's Postcode Lottery
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Oldham cul-de-sac included on list of winners in People's Postcode Lottery
Residents on an Oldham street are celebrating after their postcode was included in the People's Postcode Lottery today (Monday , December 1)
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1 day ago
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People urged to carry out 10-minute task of 'burping your home' 2 times a day
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People urged to carry out 10-minute task of 'burping your home' 2 times a day
Here's why ensuring your home is ventilated with fresh air, particularly during winter when you may be tempted to keep them shut, is important.
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1 day ago
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December Premium Bonds winners have been announced - see if you won £1 million
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December Premium Bonds winners have been announced - see if you won £1 million
National Savings and Investments have announced the December 2025 Premium Bonds winners. See if you've won big.
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1 day ago
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Call the Midwife's Jenny Agutter hints at 'disturbing' Christmas special
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Call the Midwife's Jenny Agutter hints at 'disturbing' Christmas special
Star of BBC's Call the Midwife, Jenny Agutter has hinted at a 'disturbing' storyline in the Christmas special.
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1 day ago
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Month's worth of rain to hit parts of UK today as Met Office issues warnings
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Month's worth of rain to hit parts of UK today as Met Office issues warnings
The Met Office has issued warnings across the UK as nearly a month's worth of rainfall is to hit parts of the UK today.
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1 day ago
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Free all-day bus travel for pensioners comes to an end today
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Free all-day bus travel for pensioners comes to an end today
Free all-day bus travel for older and disabled people in Greater Manchester ends as Bee Network pilot closes; travel is now free from 9.30am weekdays.
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1 day ago
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Could you help these Ramsbottom pets find a fur-ever home for Christmas?
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Could you help these Ramsbottom pets find a fur-ever home for Christmas?
Blue Cross on Blackburn Street in Ramsbottom is appealing to the public to help give homeless pets the forever homes they deserve this Christmas.
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1 day ago
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Company closing Oldham store on Boxing Day to give staff time with loved ones
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Company closing Oldham store on Boxing Day to give staff time with loved ones
Beaverbrooks in Oldham’s Town Square Shopping Centre will close on Boxing Day to give staff extra time with their loved ones
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1 day ago
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'I am opening a new chapter': FCHO worker retires after 38 years
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'I am opening a new chapter': FCHO worker retires after 38 years
Leigh Rourke is retiring from First Choice Homes Oldham after nearly 38 years of service
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1 day ago
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Oldham Council extends contract to support families with SEND needs
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Oldham Council extends contract to support families with SEND needs
Oldham Council has agreed to extend its support contract with POINT, a charity aiding families of children with special educational needs and disabilities
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1 day ago
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Latest food hygiene ratings handed out to Oldham businesses
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Latest food hygiene ratings handed out to Oldham businesses
The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Oldham restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed
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1 day ago
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Son knocked out dad's dentures and caused hearing loss over money for drugs
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Son knocked out dad's dentures and caused hearing loss over money for drugs
An Oldham man who assaulted his vulnerable mother and father after he was refused money he intended to spend on drugs has been jailed
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1 day ago
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Oldham monthly planning round up: Stadium has floodlights plans rejected again
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Oldham monthly planning round up: Stadium has floodlights plans rejected again
Every month, Oldham sees a number of planning decisions made which have a major impact on the borough, and November was no different
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1 day ago
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Gardeners urged to make 1 pile of leaves this autumn and winter (ignore the mess)
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Gardeners urged to make 1 pile of leaves this autumn and winter (ignore the mess)
Gardeners are being urged by experts to make one pile of leaves this autumn and winter in corners or around beds and borders of outdoor spaces
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1 day ago
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Kelvin Fletcher makes 'dramatic' announcement on gin produced at family's farm
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Kelvin Fletcher makes 'dramatic' announcement on gin produced at family's farm
Kelvin Fletcher has made a surprising announcement regarding his gin brand in the latest episode of Fletcher's Family Farm
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2 days ago
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International sandwich restaurant chain announces new location in Manchester
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International sandwich restaurant chain announces new location in Manchester
An international sandwich restaurant chain centred around eggs is set to open a new location in Manchester city centre
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2 days ago
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27 hours of non-stop rain and strong winds set to batter region
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27 hours of non-stop rain and strong winds set to batter region
Greater Manchester is set to be hit with heavy rain on Monday as the Met Office issues a warning
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3 days ago
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19th-century home with separate cottage on the market for £1.25m
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19th-century home with separate cottage on the market for £1.25m
Tamewater House, a 19th-century mill owner’s home with a separate cottage in Dobcross, Saddleworth, has gone up for sale
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3 days ago
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Scheme to launch in Oldham to help children improve their reading skills
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Scheme to launch in Oldham to help children improve their reading skills
A new literacy scheme, 'Your Story Corner' by Bookmark Reading Charity, will launch in Oldham this November across 31 primary schools
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3 days ago
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Four Christmas menus to look out for in Oldham this festive season
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Four Christmas menus to look out for in Oldham this festive season
Here are some of our favourite Christmas menus to look out for in Oldham this festive season
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3 days ago
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The festive menu at The Ivy will definitely leave you in the Christmas mood
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The festive menu at The Ivy will definitely leave you in the Christmas mood
As we approach Christmas, many restaurants have unveiled their festive menus as we head towards the yuletide period
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3 days ago
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Locked up in November, including thugs who committed pub attack and a rapist
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Locked up in November, including thugs who committed pub attack and a rapist
During the month of November, a number of criminals were sentenced for offences committed both in the borough and beyond
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3 days ago
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