Caring Oldham residents 'Step into the NHS' with help from free eight week course
"For a long time I have wanted to work for the NHS. It pleases me to help someone in need of care" said one participant
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About the Council newsWork to begin on £12.9m Visitor Centre
Oldham Council is set to begin construction on the exciting new Visitor Centre and Forestry Skills Centre at Northern Roots.
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Family Hubs newsHow literacy project with families is giving young children in Oldham the best start
'My daughter was struggling with conversations but this is massively boosting her confidence' said one happy parent.
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About the Council newsPlanning Applications Submitted for Oldham Town Living Regeneration Project
The ambitious transformation of Oldham Town Centre has taken another major step forward, with planning applications now submitted for six key sites as part of the Oldham Town Living regeneration proje
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Bins, rubbish and recycling newsOver 1,100 Tonnes of Fly-Tipped Waste Cleared So Far in 2025
Oldham Council has cleared over 1,116 tonnes of fly-tipped waste since the start of 2025, highlighting our ongoing commitment to keeping the borough clean.
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Transport, parking and travel newsLees School Street Trial is a Huge Success
With support from Oldham Council and TfGM, Hey with Zion Primary School and St. Edwards RC Primary School introduced a new School Street at the start of the 2024 academic year.
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Family Hubs newsMum says Baby Bonding class helped her to feel confident again after welcoming her first baby a month early
Abbie Marriott says the free support group gave her and other mums 'the best tools.'
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Failsworth and Hollinwood newsFailsworth gets its own adidas trainers
Global sportswear brand adidas are releasing ‘Failsworth’ trainers as part of its SPZL range, celebrating the town of Failsworth.
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What's on news"It reminds me of my first wedding" - Katie Price gets nostalgic as she prepares for Oldham panto debut
The TV star is heading to Oldham for a panto performance this Easter.
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About Oldham news£5M Investment to kickstart Oldham's 'SportsTown'
A major £5 million investment has been unveiled to kickstart SportsTown, an ambitious and transformative £70 million sports, education, health and wellbeing campus in Oldham.
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Donate IT newsDonate IT Oldham campaign given huge boost
Oldham Council has given 400 devices to the Donate IT Oldham campaign, with help from residents and businesses, to help make Oldham a more digitally inclusive town.
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Education newsOldham to become the 'centre of the universe' with a homecoming visit from Professor Brian Cox
Oldham is to become the centre of the universe when Professor Brian Cox returns to his hometown to inspire future scientists.
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News newsNew scheme to give children with SEND flexible travel budgets
Parents who get council help getting their youngsters to school are to be given much more freedom and flexibility over the transport arrangements.
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News newsTom Crowther KC to chair local Oldham child sexual exploitation inquiry
One of the most respected figures in the field of effectively tackling child sexual exploitation (CSE) has agreed to chair an independent local inquiry in Oldham.
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News newsCommunities come together at the European Islamic Centre’s community Iftar
The European Islamic Centre (EIC) brought together people from different backgrounds, faiths and communities to share a meal and embrace the spirit of Ramadan.
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Cemeteries, graves and memorials newsCovid Memorial Garden has opened at Alexandra Park to honour those who tragically lost their lives during the pandemic
The memorial was launched by The Mayor of Oldham Cllr Dr Zahid Chauhan who said the garden is an area to 'sit and reflect'
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About Oldham news
Oldham Council sets budget for year ahead
Oldham Council’s finances are on the road to recovery following 14 years of central government cuts.
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Libraries newsA new chapter for the Old Library
The latest exhibition at Gallery Oldham looks forward to the next chapter in the long history of a much-loved building.
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Family Hubs newsA happy mum tells how joining a Baby Bonding course with her newborn changed their lives for the better
Emma Peake has spoken out a year after taking part in the course through Oldham Family Hubs.
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About Oldham news£20m boost to get Oldham growing
A “gamechanging” £20m cash growth injection for Oldham will see culture, sport, education, housing and businesses benefit across the borough.
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Leisure and culture newsNew women-only gym opens to help keep the community healthy and active
Chadderton Wellbeing Centre has launched a workout space exclusively for women.
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About the Council newsShelley Kipling appointed as Oldham Council’s new Chief Executive
Oldham Council has appointed Shelley Kipling as its Chief Executive to take the borough forward in the coming years following a vote at a meeting of the full council.
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Education news'It's so beautiful to see' - Meet the school team helping children to thrive thanks to their life-changing SEND provision
Learning for children with special educational needs and disabilities will be further enhanced with funding from Oldham Council.
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Education newsThe Oldham school where robots sit in for children unable to attend classes
Robots are bridging the gap for pupils facing long-term absence.
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News newsOldham Council Goes for Gold in Veteran Support
Oldham Council is increasing its support for veterans as it works towards securing the prestigious Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. The Council has also renewed its pledge to the Armed Forces Community by officially re-signing the Armed Forces Covenant.
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Oldham Council Goes for Gold in Veteran Support
Oldham Council is increasing its support for veterans as it works towards securing the prestigious Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. The Council has also renewed its pledge to the Armed Forces Community by officially re-signing the Armed Forces Covenant.
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Family Hubs news“She sat and listened. This has made a massive difference” – mums have told how Family Hubs' home sessions have helped with their children's development
One parent said her daughter 'came out of her shell' thanks to free sessions provided through Oldham Family Hubs.
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Transport, parking and travel newsViews wanted on proposals for quicker, safer and more reliable journeys in Oldham and Royton
Communities and businesses are being asked to shape proposals to make journeys in Oldham and Royton quicker, safer, more reliable and more accessible.
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Education newsMeet the best friends who set up a before and after school club which children love so much they don't want to go home
Bethany Dale and Sophie Byrne teamed up to give pupils a relaxing space to play and socialise
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Funding newsOldham pledges its commitment to being one of the most inclusive digital towns in UK
Dedicated hubs will be created across public spaces where residents can go for digital support, such as getting online or filling in an online form.
