Oldham appoints new Youth Mayor for 2024 - and it's time for aspiring actor Isaac to make it big
Isaac Quinn wants to help put the borough on the map after becoming Oldham’s 15th Youth Mayor.
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Mayor raises flag to mark Armed Forces Week
Members of the Royal British Legion (RBL) have joined the Mayor of Oldham in commemorating the start of Armed Forces Week.
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Action being taken to tackle nuisance fireworks
Oldham Council and Greater Manchester Police are working closely with community partners in response to complaints about nuisance fireworks.
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Oldham's foster family celebrates 51 years of fostering
Single mum and twin daughters celebrate 51 years of fostering, and caring for over 300 children.
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One Seven Five: An Incomplete History of Oldham in 175 Objects
This year marks the 175th anniversary of our borough – and we are unveiling a free fantastic exhibition at Gallery Oldham to celebrate.
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Oldham gears up for Tour of Britain Women 2024
The borough of Oldham is set to take part in the Tour of Britain Women 2024 which will see the world’s top female riders and teams go head-to-head across four tough stages of a cycling race.
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Mayor of Oldham returns for second term
Oldham Council has confirmed that Cllr Zahid Chauhan OBE has been re-elected for a second term of office as Mayor of Oldham.
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Gallery Oldham: Ocean Drifters
Step into our magical underwater kingdom, filled with jellyfish and coral.
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Oldham Council launches support package for local people as Yodel closes Shaw operation
Oldham Council is putting plans into place to help an estimated 350 people who could be affected by Yodel closing its large site at Shaw in the borough.
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Property at the centre of criminality and anti-social behaviour shut down
A Closure Order has been secured on a Waterhead property following reports of drug dealing, criminal damage, theft and noise nuisance.
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Disabled Parking Update
It’s important that Oldham is a safe and accessible place for disabled visitors.
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Oldham mourns passing of Mayoress
It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Oldham’s Mayoress, Afsheen Chauhan.
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Voters in Oldham urged to have their say in local elections
Elections will be held in Oldham on Thursday 2 May; so now is the time for residents to make sure they are registered to vote and also have their Voter ID ready.
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Tommyfield traders celebrate ‘topped out’ market and events space
Members of the Tommyfield Traders' Association were recently joined by Cllr Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council, for a tour and update of the new market and event space.
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Oldham economy gets £220k boost
Up to £220,000 will be made available in grants for entrepreneurs and businesses as part of Oldham Council’s drive to boost the borough’s economy and create more jobs for local people.
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Welcome to the Bee Network!
Oldham, alongside Rochdale, and parts of Bury, Manchester and Salford, are now part of the Bee Network.
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Pioneering new food hall coming to Oldham as leading hospitality group backs town centre regeneration with major investment
Oldham has received a massive boost as one of the country’s leading hospitality and entertainment entrepreneurs signs a deal to turn the Old Town Hall’s Egyptian Room into an exciting new food hall.
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Oldham Council provides Easter treats to children in temporary accommodation
Children living in temporary accommodation will get a free Easter egg this year, thanks to an initiative from Oldham Council and their partner Muse.
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Building a local response to a national housing crisis
By Cllr Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council
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Oldham Council unveils plans for new ‘shop local’ gift card
The Oldham Gift Card is set to launch in May as both a digital and physical card. A prepaid Mastercard, recipients will be able to spend the card with national and independent outlets.
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Oldham's second new Family Hub opens to give children best possible start in life
The opening of Stanley Road Family Hub is part of a £3.6 million programme.
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Council invests £3m to save Blue Coat School places
Much sought-after school places at Blue Coat Secondary School have been rescued, thanks to a £3m investment by Oldham Council into its teaching facilities.
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Pupils set to benefit from safer school travel
• More than 250 residents participated in our Safe and Active Travel to School Audit, providing valuable input. • Oldham Council will now act on these findings by implementing various measures.
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Oldham Council Proposes Renaming Town Centre Road to Honour Local Legend
Oldham Council is proposing to rename a town centre road after a businessman who has given millions of pounds to good causes across the borough and beyond.
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Businesses invited to bid to build and run Oldham Council's new solar farm
Oldham Council is inviting businesses to tender for a £1.2 million contract to deliver a major new solar farm in the borough.
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£1.2 Million Investment in the Medlock Valley
Oldham Council and our partners are pleased to announce a £1.2 million Species Survival Fund grant for a project working in the Medlock Valley.
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Castleshaw Centre success as new funding achieved to enable fantastic outdoor activities to continue
People of all ages have been enjoying outdoor activities there for more than 100 years
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Library receives boost worth more than £168,000
An exciting new chapter in the life story of Northmoor Library is set to start.
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Night time supremo to help Oldham businesses kickstart a dynamic new evening and night-time economy
A new Taskforce is being created to help revitalise Oldham town centre’s evening and night time economy.
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Council supporting Oldham Coliseum Theatre's spring and summer programme
Oldham Council is pleased to support Oldham Coliseum Theatre's newly-announced spring and summer programme of theatre, live performance and creative activities.