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Property of the week: Sharon Avenue, Grasscroft
Situated on a small exclusive cul de sac within a sought after area of Grasscroft is this three/four bedroom detached bungalow positioned on a double… The post Property of the week: Sharon Avenue, Grasscroft appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Dealing with evictions as a landlord: A comprehensive guide
Advertisement feature with Gaskells Property Management AS A landlord in the United Kingdom, dealing with the eviction of a tenant is a situation that you… The post Dealing with evictions as a landlord: A comprehensive guide appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth West and Lees the priority in ‘confusing’ times
SADDLEWORTH West and Lees’ councillor is predicting a ‘messy and confusing’ time after Oldham Council slipped into no overall control. Liberal Democrat Mark Kenyon held… The post Saddleworth West and Lees the priority in ‘confusing’ times appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth Trail gets to the ‘Art’ of the matter
SADDLEWORTH is home to a new event showing off the artistic talent in the area with its first ever Art trail. We all know the… The post Saddleworth Trail gets to the ‘Art’ of the matter appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Garth Harkness calls for ‘grown up politics’ after Saddleworth North win
GARTH Harkness believes Oldham Council’s new make-up can stop the ‘decline’ after he was re-elected in Saddleworth North. The Liberal Democrat received 1,279 votes –… The post Garth Harkness calls for ‘grown up politics’ after Saddleworth North win appeared first on...
Max makes it a hat-trick in Saddleworth South
A SADDLEWORTH councillor is thankful he has been voted in again, with an increased cushion. And Max Woodvine believes Oldham Council slipping into no overall… The post Max makes it a hat-trick in Saddleworth South appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Oldham Council Elections 2024: Council leader responds to No Overall Control
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter AFTER a dramatic election night, Labour has lost its overall majority in Oldham council for the first time… The post Oldham Council Elections 2024: Council leader responds to No Overall Control appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth Election Results 2024
Saddleworth West and Lees- Liberal Democrat Hold Mark Kenyon has been re-elected. Results: Saddleworth West & Lees Barter (Lab) 468 Kenyon (Lib Dem)… The post Saddleworth Election Results 2024 appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Hulme Grammar School – places available
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Greenfield Primary School – Nursery Places available
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Ultra runner aiming for history with Greater Manchester journey
AN INTREPID ultra runner is ready to write his name into the history books by becoming the first man to run the whole of a… The post Ultra runner aiming for history with Greater Manchester journey appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Job Vacancies: Support Workers at My Ability Ltd
‘My Ability’ is looking experienced support workers to join their team Do you want to be part of a great, supportive, team environment and bring… The post Job Vacancies: Support Workers at My Ability Ltd appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Dr Kershaw’s Hospice launches action-packed fundraising golf day
AN ACTION-PACKED day of sport and fundraising is in store for golf enthusiasts as the Dr Kershaw’s Cup returns. This year’s event takes place at… The post Dr Kershaw’s Hospice launches action-packed fundraising golf day appeared first on Saddleworth...
Brain injury charity to bring support to people in Saddleworth
PEOPLE in Saddleworth living with or supporting someone who lives with a brain injury now have the chance to seek expert advice with the local… The post Brain injury charity to bring support to people in Saddleworth appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Oldham Coliseum rescue ‘very much back on the table’
By Charlotte Hall – Local Democracy Reporter ARTISTS and activists have celebrated a milestone in the Save the Oldham Coliseum campaign. Campaigners confirmed talks to… The post Oldham Coliseum rescue ‘very much back on the table’ appeared first on Saddleworth...
Busting The Biggest Myths About Starting Your Own Business
EMBARKING on the entrepreneurial journey is fraught with assumptions and misconceptions. These myths can deter aspiring entrepreneurs from pursuing their business dreams or mislead them… The post Busting The Biggest Myths About Starting Your Own Business appeared...
‘Coliseum at the Roundabout’ brings pop-up theatre and activities to town
POP-UP theatre is coming to the streets of Oldham thanks to ‘Coliseum at the Roundabout’. The event, hosted by Oldham Coliseum Theatre, will take place… The post ‘Coliseum at the Roundabout’ brings pop-up theatre and activities to town appeared first on Saddleworth...
‘Financial difficulties’ see Saddleworth venues suddenly close
TWO SADDLEWORTH venues have suddenly closed their doors because of ‘financial difficulties.’ Milan in Lees and Delph’s The Bank, part of the Pennine Dining Group,… The post ‘Financial difficulties’ see Saddleworth venues suddenly close appeared first on Saddleworth...
Eid event raises £4,000 to help cancer charity support diverse community
MORE than 200 people came together to raise £4,000 at a special Eid event to showcase the cancer support available from Maggie’s Oldham to the… The post Eid event raises £4,000 to help cancer charity support diverse community appeared first on Saddleworth...
Mossley charity has Sound and Vision for success
A MOSSLEY charity has set up a new music, books and media shop as part of its centre. Emmaus, on Queen Street, is now home… The post Mossley charity has Sound and Vision for success appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Three Ways To Sell Property In Saddleworth
SADDLEWORTH and its surrounding areas are currently experiencing the same property issues as the rest of the UK. Lending is down due to high-interest rates,… The post Three Ways To Sell Property In Saddleworth appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Exploring Why Saddleworth Museum Continues to Captivate
SADDLEWORTH Museum, nestled in the picturesque village of Uppermill, stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and community engagement. Its enduring appeal lies in its… The post Exploring Why Saddleworth Museum Continues to Captivate appeared first on Saddleworth...
Uppermill Band reaches new heights with Snowdon performance
A SADDLEWORTH brass band has scaled new heights – with a performance at the top of Mount Snowdon after completing a fundraising challenge. Members of… The post Uppermill Band reaches new heights with Snowdon performance appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Greater Manchester Mayoral Candidate Profiles 2024
By Ethan Davies – Local Democracy Reporter What is each candidate promising in their manifestos? IN 10 days time, Greater Manchester will go to the… The post Greater Manchester Mayoral Candidate Profiles 2024 appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth goes to the polls – election profiles of the area’s candidates
SADDLEWORTH promises to be the centre of political argument until Thursday, May 2 as the area sees its local elections. Unlike last year, when every… The post Saddleworth goes to the polls – election profiles of the area’s candidates appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham Council Election Candidates: Saddleworth South
Paul ‘Boots’ Errock (Independent) PAUL is the managing director of an Oldham-based construction company that operates throughout the UK. Born in Oldham, he moved to… The post Oldham Council Election Candidates: Saddleworth South appeared first on Saddleworth...
Oldham Council Election Candidates: Saddleworth West and Lees
Dave Barter (Labour) DAVE Barter worked in Oldham for 24 years as a teacher and in school improvement, as well as being a governor of… The post Oldham Council Election Candidates: Saddleworth West and Lees appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Oldham Council Election Candidates: Saddleworth North
Garth Harkness (Liberal Democrats) MY NAME is Garth and I have had the privilege of having more than a decade of experience as a local… The post Oldham Council Election Candidates: Saddleworth North appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Tea parties are treat to tackle isolation in elderly but more volunteers needed
A GROUP helping to tackle isolation and loneliness among the elderly through tea-parties is spreading the word across Oldham – and looking for more volunteers… The post Tea parties are treat to tackle isolation in elderly but more volunteers needed appeared first on...
Large Delph home given all-clear by planning chiefs
A LARGE Delph house that is being built has been cleared of breaching planning regulations. The size of Cribbstones, which is being constructed on Delph… The post Large Delph home given all-clear by planning chiefs appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.