Oldham Reporter
A community newspaper bringing you local stories, Oldham Reporter is your go-to information source on all of the most interesting, engaging and important developments in news and sport from across the borough. #WeAreOldham
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Here are the bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year in Greater Manchester
Councils across Greater Manchester have revealed their plans for bin collections over the festive period.
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Make sure you have all your medications over the Christmas holidays
As Christmas approaches, North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) is calling on the public in Greater Manchester to plan ahead and ensure they have an ample supply of necessary medications by ordering their repeat prescriptions before the festive break begins.
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Passengers may soon be able to take their bikes on the Metrolink
Commuters in Greater Manchester could soon be able to bring bikes on trams after Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) announced it is looking “very seriously” at launching a trial in the region.
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Transgender woman incited lover to sexually abuse four-year-old boy
A transgender woman, from Tameside, has been jailed for encouraging the sexual abuse a four-year-old boy.
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Oldham townswomen’s guild raises funds for MND Association following ex-rugby player Kevin Sinfield’s footsteps
Royton Townswomen’s Guild has dedicated their fundraising activities over the past 12 months to Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association.
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Meet Jessica and Zeus a new crime fighting team for Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester Police’s Tactical Dog Unit (TDU) has recently added a new pairing to tackle crime in the region.
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Rochdale HGV drivers' strike will cause Christmas ASDA shortages nationwide
Distribution drivers in Rochdale are set to strike on a number of dates around the Christmas period in a row over pay.
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UNITED VIEW: Tense times at Old Trafford
Several journalists were barred from Erik ten Hag’s pre-match press conference on Tuesday.
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Greater Manchester Police train officers to help colleagues cope with grief and trauma
Greater Manchester police has worked with a leading bereavement support charity to train officers as Grief First Aiders to help fellow officers to recover from trauma.
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Young Tameside dancers entertain travellers at Heathrow Airport
A group of young performers trained in Mossley have been entertaining travellers at Europe's busiest airport.
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Oldham Lib Dems call for 20mph limit on residential roads
Oldham’s Liberal Democrat Opposition have tabled proposals for safer residential streets across Oldham in a Full Council meeting later this month.
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Blood donors sought to help give the gift of life in Greater Manchester this Christmas
Donors in Manchester are being asked to give the gift of blood this Christmas and help the NHS over the challenging winter period by booking and sticking to their upcoming appointments to make sure every appointment turns into a vital lifesaving donation.
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More people in Greater Manchester arrested for drug driving than drink driving
More than 5,000 people were arrested for drug or drink driving in Greater Manchester last year.
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More than 70 people honoured by Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service
The exceptional bravery and dedication of more than 70 special people, ranging from firefighters to call handlers and members of the public, have been recognised by Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) at an annual awards ceremony.
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'Fakeaway' leaflet aims to warn Greater Manchester residents of the dangers of childhood obesity
Greater Manchester residents will soon be receiving a ‘fakeaway’ leaflet dropping through their doors.
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Greater Manchester Police to use Artificial Intelligence to catch drivers using mobile phones
Police in Greater Manchester plan to use artificial intelligence roadside cameras to detect people scrolling and messaging on phones while driving.
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Greater Manchester Police has improved, says report
Greater Manchester Police has been recognised by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) which shows the force as the most improved in the country.
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Witness appeal after woman, 82, dies following collision in Audenshaw
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after an elderly woman was killed when she was hit by a car,
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Criminals jailed for a combined 1,000 years after Greater Manchester Police tackle organised criminals using encrypted mobile phones
Greater Manchester Police’s (GMP) largest operation tackling organised crime groups have made 256 arrests and put some of the UK’s most sophisticated criminals in jail for a combined total of over 1000 years.
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Residents quizzed on overweight kids as rates of child obesity soar throughout Greater Manchester
Residents across Greater Manchester are being invited to share their thoughts around children’s healthy living, as childhood obesity rates continue to rise across the region.
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Police drugs bust dismantles crime family which operated family-run meth lab
Members of a Manchester based organised crime group (OCG), with a Hyde crook as its kingpin, were jailed for their role in a large-scale drugs conspiracy responsible for pushing millions of pounds worth of drugs onto the streets of Manchester.
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Robbery victim dragged down street by thieves' getaway car
A man was dragged down the street in a car by robbers who stole tools from his van.
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Saddleworth campaigners gather for a 'Breakfast for Palestine'
Saddleworth put on a show of solidarity for Gaza when more than 100 people gathered for a ‘Breakfast for Palestine’.
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Hunt for man wanted for stalking and making threats to kill with links to Greater Manchester and Oldham
Greater Manchester Police is appealing for help to find a man who is wanted for stalking.
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Mixed reviews for Take That's new album This Life
Take That's new album This Life has received mixed reviews from critics.
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Match Report: Avro 0-0 Mossley
It was honours even on Saturday (November 18) as Avro and Mossley played out a 0-0 draw at a wet and windy Vestacare Stadium.
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21 arrests made and 640 blades handed in during Greater Manchester Police's Operation Sceptre crackdown on knife crime
Last week Greater Manchester Police (GMP) took part in the national week of action to help tackle knife crime.
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Manchester United are in the top ten for having the UK's most foul mouthed fans
With football in full swing this year, emotions are running high among fans when it comes to supporting their favourite team.
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Family of Tameside nurse killed in crash described driver's actions as 'inexcusable' and 'devastating'
The family of a woman killed by a speeding driver who was on the wrong side of the road have spoken of their grief and anger.
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Greater Manchester fire service staff honoured for long service
The outstanding contributions of 67 members of staff have been celebrated by Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS), at an annual awards ceremony hailing their commitment and dedication to keeping communities safe and upholding the values of the Service.
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Police operation aims to cut down on neighbourhood crime in Tameside and Oldham
Operation Acquire is returning to Greater Manchester for the third time as officers increase their efforts to tackle neighbourhood crime.
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Police appeal for dash cam footage after knifepoint burglary in Oldham
Police are appealing for dash cam footage following an aggravated burglary in Oldham.