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For 167 years, the Tameside Reporter has proudly served the people of Tameside… and we're not stopping any time soon! From local interest stories to local sports news and more, we're YOUR guide to all the latest developments that matter to you in the borough we call home. A community newspaper for local people, by local people.
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New Dermatology Clinic launched at Tameside Hospital
A new 'Derm Clinic' (Dermatology Evaluation and Removal of potential Malignancy) has been launched at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust.
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Six weeks until new Clean Air Zone plan – what happens next and what it means for you
It has been one of the most divisive political issues in Greater Manchester in recent months – and it was a decisive one for some voters at the ballot box.
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Tameside Council in cabinet shake-up under new leader
Tameside Council's ruling group has undergone a reshuffle ahead of its new leader being confirmed next week.
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GMP radio dispatchers praised after helping woman on motorway bridge in Tameside
Two Greater Manchester Police radio dispatchers have been praised after helping rescue a woman from a motorway bridge in Ashton.
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Ashton primary school celebrates Queen's Platinum Jubilee
Pupils at St Peter's CE Primary School in Ashton have been busy celebrating the Queen's forthcoming Platinum Jubilee with an array of special events.
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Local school finds a plot thanks to unique partnership
Local social enterprise Glossop Community Allotment (GCA), who use the power of gardening to build wellbeing across the community, are celebrating the "end of the beginning" for a new allotment project in Mottram thanks to the philanthropic efforts of a multinational company.
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Family fun at Dane Bank Community Festival
Fun for all of the family is planned at the Dane Bank Community Festival, which will be held at Denton West End Community Library.
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The Bread and Butter Thing need your help in Haughton Green
An appeal for volunteers is being made by the team at the Haughton Green Bread and Butter Thing hub.
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Work to begin on Tameside Hospital A&E renovation
Work begins this month on a £20 million refurbishment of the existing A&E department at Tameside Hospital.
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'Made in Manchester' family music festival returns to Tameside
It's back! The Made in Manchester family music festival returns to Tameside on Saturday 28 May.
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Victorian villa in Tameside transformed to offer fresh start for homeless
A Victorian villa in Tameside has been transformed into new homes for people being offered a fresh start away from life on the streets, in hostels or in care.
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Take a classic Corrie trip down memory lane
A new event in the Willow Wood Hospice calendar is a full day Classic Coronation Street Tour.
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People in Greater Manchester urged to check 10 signs of dementia
Ten tell-tale signs of dementia are being highlighted by Alzheimer’s Society in Greater Manchester in a bid to help people get the support they need.
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Top tips and advice for taking on the Tour of Tameside
Every year, hundreds of runners gather to take part in the Tour of Tameside – a four-day festival that takes in the best sights that the borough has to offer.
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Reynolds column: The Northern Ireland Protocol
In his latest column, the local MP and Shadow Business Secretary reacts to the news that the government is proposing major changes to the Northern Ireland Protocol.
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Olympic champion unveils new PE area at former school
Pupils at Fairfield High School for Girls beamed with pride when Olympic champion Georgia Taylor-Brown dropped into their school to open the new games area.
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Couples embark on mercy mission for Ukraine appeal
Heart-wrenching scenes of Ukrainian families forced to flee their homes by the advancing Russian invasion persuaded couples in Denton and Woodley to post an urgent 'call to alms' on social media.
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Tameside Hospital receives new CT scanner
A much-needed CT scanner has been delivered to Tameside Hospital.
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Five arrested after man seriously injured in Hollingworth 'assault'
Five people have been arrested after a man suffered serious injuries in an alleged assault in Hollingworth.
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Appeal to find Tameside man's next of kin
Police are appealing for the public's help to trace family of a man from Tameside.
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All the fun of the fair at Stalybridge church
A great time was had by all at St George's Church in Stalybridge as they welcomed back their spring fair.
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Dukinfield school pupils hop to it for Willow Wood
Pupils at Dukinfield's Lyndhurst Primary 'hopped to it' to raise more than £2,200 for Willow Wood Hospice.
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Campaign to crack down on knife crime in Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester Police has joined together with other forces as part of a national anti-knife campaign.
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Music Therapy column: Football and music matter
Tune in from 9pm every Sunday on Tameside Radio 103.6FM to catch up with Michael Taylor and Neil Summers. Here's their latest column for the Tameside Reporter...
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Alex B Cann column: Rising costs and BMI
The Tameside Radio presenter talks about the cost of living crisis and tackling obesity in his latest column.
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Tree tribute to much-loved St John Fisher Primary teacher
A golden alder tree is to be planted at St John Fisher Primary School in memory of a much-loved former deputy head.
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Tameside bride arrives at Glossop wedding venue in AA recovery truck
The AA was on hand to get a member of staff's bride to the 'church on time'.
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Pair jailed for sexually exploiting teenage girl in Tameside
A man and a woman have been jailed for 14 years for child sexual exploitation offences against a teenage girl in Tameside.
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Former Tameside Council leader says Labour must put differences aside
Tameside's first female council leader – who resigned at the eleventh hour amid what she described as a 'hostile' leadership challenge – has said they must now put their differences aside.
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Tameside sight loss group returns face to face
A Tameside-based group for people with sight loss will be returning in person for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic began.
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Gwynne column: Future hopes for Tameside's young people
In his latest column, Denton MP Andrew Gwynne has a message for the borough's students who are currently sitting exams.
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Dave Sweetmore column: Ibiza Rock is back and how
In his latest column, the Tameside Radio presenter recalls his recent trip to Ibiza and an "amazing week" of music.
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Fire crews tackle blaze in Ashton
Fire crews have been tackling a blaze, understood to be at a fast food takeaway in Ashton.
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Greater Manchester receives £13 million for UK's largest cycling and walking network
Six new cycling and walking schemes are set to get the go-ahead in Greater Manchester following a £13.07 million funding boost from the government's Active Travel fund.
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Predatory prolific paedophile jailed for 14 years after admitting 35 child sex offences
A predatory paedophile from Tameside who admitted a litany of child sex offences has been jailed for 14 years.
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Andy Burnham sets 'red line' on Clean Air Zone talks as he denies 'climb down'
Andy Burnham has set out his 'red line' as Greater Manchester goes into negotiations with the government over the revised Clean Air Zone plans.
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Help for Tameside residents who suffered stillbirths in the past
Residents who have suffered stillbirths in the past are urged to contact Tameside Council if they want to find where their baby is buried.
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Tameside street parties encouraged to go smoke free for the Queen's Jubilee
A cul-de-sac in Haughton Green is making their street party a smoke-free event for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee on 4 June and is encouraging others to do the same.
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Ashton community champion awarded by Prime Minister
A retired nurse from Ashton who has helped deliver thousands of meals and reduced isolation in the local community, particularly during the pandemic, has been presented by Ashton MP Angela Rayner with Prime Minister Boris Johnson's daily Points of Light award.
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Wagamama cook up a stir at Denton Community College
International restaurant chain Wagamama cooked up a stir at Denton Community College last week.
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Celebrating the role of our nurses
Special thanks are being given to mark International Nurses' Day.
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Public urged to hand in firearms during two-week surrender
Greater Manchester Police is urging people to hand over their firearms during a two-week long surrender of firearms and ammunition.
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Last Night of the Proms charity night at Dukinfield Town Hall
It's Platinum Jubilee year, so what better way to celebrate than with a 'Last Night of the Proms' charity evening?
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5k canal run is a Tameside first
The whole community is being invited to get involved with a Tameside first this weekend.
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Reynolds column: A conversation with Prince Charles
In his latest Reporter column, the Stalybridge and Hyde MP reflects on being present for the State Opening of Parliament this week and a recent conversation he had with Prince Charles.
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The battle for control raging inside Tameside Council's Labour group
The battle for control raging inside Tameside Labour has taken a dramatic twist with council leader Brenda Warrington accusing her would-be successor of a 'hostile challenge' that has created a ‘huge division' in the group.
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Local mental health service supports Tameside mum to laugh again
A mum-of-three has thanked the Tameside and Glossop living life well neighbourhood mental health team for helping her get her life back and cherish the small things in life, like laughter.
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Mayor's defiant message as Rotala launches new fight against bus reform
Andy Burnham plans to press ahead with his bid to bring buses in Greater Manchester back under public control as a fresh legal fight is launched.
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Walking activities in Tameside to help loneliness
Tameside has a number of walking activities taking place throughout May to support people to take practical steps to address and reduce loneliness.
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Pride of Manchester award for a very special little girl
Showing immense bravery and never failing to make those around her smile, PixieBelle Sykes has been awarded a prestigious Pride of Manchester award.
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Tameside Pride to return to Stalybridge's Cheetham Park
After taking place virtually for the last two years due to Covid-19, Tameside Pride will be back in Cheetham Park in Stalybridge this summer.
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Dukinfield man who took money to dump others' waste slapped with fine
A Dukinfield man who took money to dump waste on behalf of others has been ordered to pay over £1,300 because of flytipping.
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Walk to school classroom packs available for Tameside primary schools
Primary schools in Tameside can access classroom packs for a five-day challenge to encourage pupils to travel sustainably by walking to school.
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Song and dance in Ashton
There will be plenty to sing and dance about in Ashton this week.
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New patient service for end of life care
A new service begins in Tameside and Glossop this week.
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Acrimonious accusations fly as gloves come off in leadership challenge
As Thursday’s election dust settled, Tameside Council Leader Cllr Brenda Warrington came out fighting, faced with an election battle of her own.
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College students link up with London restaurant to raise charity funds
Students at Tameside College and a prestigious London restaurant collaborated to raise funds for the charity Hospitality Action.
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Class of '73 reunion in Hollingworth
A trip down memory lane to their school days was enjoyed by former classmates at a reunion.
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Urgent volunteers needed for carnival to reach audience of millions
A Mossley carnival organisation is appealing for volunteers to help with the final push for their biggest event to date.
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First stand in Tameside in push for women's rights
A new candidate stood at the local elections in Mossley to represent her party for the very first time.
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Four friends set off on Benidorm or Bust charity rally
Four friends are 'rallying' across the continent to Spain after smashing their fundraising goal.
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Alex B Cann column: Just take a minute
With loneliness the theme of Mental Health Awareness Week this week, the Tameside Radio presenter talks about how we can look after ourselves and others.
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Craft fair at Ashton church
Albion Church on Stamford Street East in Ashton is holding a plant sale and craft fair on Saturday (14 May).
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Music Therapy column: Bright lights of Dark Peak
Tune in from 9pm every Sunday on Tameside Radio 103.6FM to catch up with Michael Taylor and Neil Summers. Here's their latest column for the Tameside Reporter...
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Tameside College student shines in national hospitality competition
A hospitality and catering student at Tameside College has reached the semi-finals of a national cookery competition.
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Free tours for dog lovers at Denton-based rehoming centre
Dogs Trust Manchester is offering dog-lovers the chance to find out just what it takes to look after hundreds of dogs in need of new homes.
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National award for Tameside health and safety team
A Tameside team that worked throughout the Covid pandemic to support services and schools to reduce risk and stay safe has been recognised with a national award.
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Motorcyclist dies in Mottram Moor collision
A motorcyclist has died following a serious collision on the A57 Mottram Moor.
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Mossley remains Labour after Stephen Homer is re-elected
Stephen Homer thanked the people of Mossley for "once again putting their faith and trust in me" after his re-election to represent Mossley on Tameside Council.
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Conservative councillor Billington's swipe at Tameside Council chief executive
'Wow it must have really pained you to say that!' - those were the words Conservative Councillor Liam Billington started his victory speech with as he retained his Stalybridge South seat.
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Dave Sweetmore column: Original songs from Stalybridge's Ambiere
In his latest column, the Tameside Radio presenter tells us all about a hypnotic singer-songwriter brought up locally who produces "breathtaking" music and her new single is coming out next week.
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It's time to get creative in Denton
Dane Bank Community Mosaic is holding a series of sessions at Denton West End Community Library where people can design and make a colourful mosaic for the library.
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Gwynne column: Fighting to level up Denton
"If the Government is serious about levelling up, it will work with me to build a Denton town centre that is fit for the future," writes MP Andrew Gwynne in his latest Reporter column.
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Young Stalybridge woman looking to 'turn a negative into a positive'
A young woman from Stalybridge is halfway through walking the Coast2Coast to raise awareness of two charities.
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Haughton Green primary school shines in Ofsted report
A Haughton Green primary school is celebrating after being graded 'good in all areas' in its recent Ofsted report.
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Droylsden councillor dedicates election win to two former colleagues
Long-serving Droylsden Labour Councillor Susan Quinn dedicated her re-election to her late husband and another dear colleague.
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Dance the focus at next Stalybridge Street Fest
Dance features prominently in the next Street Fest on Friday (13 May) which will be focused on Stalybridge's role as the new Greater Manchester Town of Culture.
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As you were for Labour in Dukinfield
There were no surprises in Dukinfield in the Tameside Council local elections, as long-serving Labour Councillor Jackie Lane once again retained her seat.
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Stalybridge remains a town of two halves after elections
The north-south divide remains firmly in place - at least in terms of politics in Stalybridge.
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'Local issues have driven this result' says re-elected Audenshaw councillor
Although the Conservatives saw their share of the vote fall slightly in Audenshaw, it was still very much a matter of as you are.
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No election shocks as Denton stays Labour
Labour's 'Team Denton' suffered no shocks in the Tameside Council elections, with all three ward councillors comfortably retaining their seats.
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Dukinfield-Stalybridge ward still close after 'gruelling campaign'
No recount was required in the Dukinfield/Stalybridge ward this year in last Thursday's Tameside Council elections.
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No breakthrough for the Greens in Ashton Waterloo
There was no highly hoped-for breakthrough for the Green Party in Ashton Waterloo in the Tameside Council elections.
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Ashton Hurst turns to the Tories
New Conservative councillor Lucy Turner was humble in victory as Ashton Hurst turned to the Tories in the Tameside Council elections.
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Outgoing Tameside civic mayor keeps Longdendale seat
The outgoing Civic Mayor of Tameside, Janet Cooper, cruised comfortably to victory in her ward of Longdendale to retain her seat.
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Conservatives and Labour retain Hyde Werneth and Hyde Newton
In Hyde Werneth and Hyde Newton, there were no surprises as both Conservative and Labour candidates retained the wards respectively.
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Conservatives celebrate election victory in Hyde Godley
"Is Brenda about because I think we need the keys for that bulldozer."
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Over 100 homeless people moved into permanent accommodation this year
A significant number of homeless people have been moved into permanent accommodation as part of a Tameside initiative to help people get off the streets and into long-term properties.
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Police release e-fit after boy, 12, threatened with knife on canal towpath
Police in Tameside have issued an e-fit of man they want to speak with after a 12-year-old boy was the victim of an attempted robbery on a canal towpath.
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RECAP: Tameside Council local election results
Look back over the results of the Tameside Council local elections as they happened with our blog.
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Special celebration for Stalybridge centenarian
Family and friends gathered in Stalybridge to celebrate the 100th birthday of Dorothy Forsythe.
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Theatrical tribute to the Brontë sisters in Tameside
'I Am No Bird' is a theatrical tribute to the authors of some of the most sought-after titles on the shelves of Tameside's libraries.
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Reunion call for Hollingworth Primary's Class of '73
A group of former classmates from primary school are set to meet, many for the first time in 49 years, at a special reunion this week.
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All aboard for rail museum attraction
Rail enthusiasts are about to achieve a five-year dream to create a museum and community space at Guide Bridge Station.
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MS sufferer steps up for Willow Wood Mount Snowdon Trek
Multiple Sclerosis sufferer Gill Egerton is determined to step up to the challenge to help a cause close to her heart.
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Jail for predator from Denton who groomed girl online for sex
A predator from Denton who preyed on a young girl for his own sexual pleasure has been jailed.
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Reynolds column: In praise of our manufacturers
In his latest Reporter column, Stalybridge and Hyde MP and Shadow Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says he's proud of local companies and what they mean for the area.
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One of UK's most wanted arrested after dad shot dead on Ashton street
One of the UK's most wanted people has been arrested in Portugal after a father-of-two was shot dead on a street in Ashton.
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It's carnival time at special Emmaus Mossley anniversary
Homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley is planning a carnival as part of their 25th anniversary celebrations and is appealing for performers to get involved.
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Mottram Moor gas works 'making good progress'
Cadent Gas has said it is making "good progress" on the major gas works currently taking place on Mottram Moor and Back Moor.
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How to sign up to Tour of Tameside 2022
The iconic Tour of Tameside is returning this year, for the 41st edition of the ultimate running challenge.
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Gwynne column: 'The great work of local councillors often goes under the radar'
In his latest column, Denton MP Andrew Gwynne urges everyone across Tameside to use their vote, whoever you support, in the local elections on Thursday.
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Stalybridge Spring Show draws in the crowds
Sunday's Stalybridge Spring Show in Cheetham Park attracted huge crowds with a huge funfair and wealth of entertainment.
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Mossley charity welcomes royal company
Emmaus Mossley were delighted to welcome The Duchess of Cornwall for a special Big Jubilee Lunch to celebrate the charity’s 25th anniversary.
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Tameside Hospital patients to receive invite to online Portal
Patients with an appointment in the Outpatient Department at Tameside Hospital will now be invited to receive their patient letters online.
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Alex B Cann column: The great outdoors
The Tameside Radio presenter endorses spending some quality time in the fresh air and recommends one place you could visit.
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Dave Sweetmore column: Festival to mark Manchester Arena tragedy
In his latest column, Tameside Radio presenter Dave Sweetmore tells us about a music festival taking place on the upcoming anniversary of the Manchester Arena attack which will raise money for good causes.
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Tameside GPs and mental health trust working together to help people
Patients visiting GP surgeries in Tameside and Glossop will soon benefit from dedicated support from a senior and highly experienced mental health practitioner.
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Tackling Snowdon in support of friend
Putting themselves through the ultimate test, one group of women have climbed Mount Snowdon in support of their friend.
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Stalybridge hero helps his friends out in Ukraine
Stalybridge hero Emre San was so worried about his friends in Ukraine he sent them money to buy a car so they could escape the Russian invasion.
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Classic car show in Denton
Tameside Car Collectors Club is holding its Classic Car Show on Denton Market Square this weekend.
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Sowing the seeds of love in Dukinfield
An innovative centre for the community is putting the produce from their allotments to good use.
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Photo competition depicting Tameside through the seasons
Residents are being urged to enter a 'Tameside Through The Seasons' photo competition.
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New app will help residents and visitors 'dscvr' Tameside
Tameside Council has partnered with a new app called 'dscvr' (pronounced 'discover') which showcases all that the borough has to offer.
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Warning over essential gas works around Mottram Moor
Local residents are being warned that further travel disruption is expected due to essential gas works on the A57 Mottram Moor.
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The litter picker cleaning up Dukinfield's streets
A caring Dukinfield mum is determined to make the area she lives in a cleaner place to live by taking to the streets and clearing them of rubbish.
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Festive highlight returns to Ashton
A much-loved feature of the festive season is coming to Ashton this weekend.
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Family who lost teenager to accidental drowning support water safety campaign
Members of a family who lost a teenager to accidental drowning in Tameside five years ago are once again supporting a campaign to prevent such tragic incidents from occurring.
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Competition for youngsters to design a future Tameside Hospital
Time is running out for primary school children in Tameside and Glossopdale to submit their competition entries to imagine what the Tameside Hospital of the future will look like.
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It's good to be back at the Grafton Centre
At last the long wait is over after the official Grafton Centre Grand re-opening this week.
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How to access healthcare services over the bank holiday
Anyone feeling unwell over spring bank holiday can still access a variety of healthcare services when their GP practice is closed.
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Businesses feature in campaign urging people to stick to the rules
Businesses are at the heart of a new council campaign to encourage residents in Tameside to stick to the coronavirus rules, with the borough's Covid infection rate still high.
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The essential retailers still open at Tameside's shopping centres
Tameside's main shopping centres remain open during the latest lockdown, but only for essential items, click and collect services or takeaways.
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Baby memorial service in Audenshaw
A special memorial service is being held in Audenshaw this weekend for parents and relatives who have experienced miscarriage, death of a baby or the loss of an infant.
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Ravensfield make the headlines
A team of budding young reporters got plenty of hands-on experience last week during a visit to the Tameside Reporter and Radio offices!
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Crowds enjoy winter carnival and lantern parade
Huge crowds enjoyed an amazing atmosphere and community spirit at the Northern Lights Tameside Winter Carnival and Lantern Parade in Stalybridge last Saturday.
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Have your say on how buses are run
Bus passengers across Tameside are being encouraged to take part in a major consultation on how Greater Manchester's bus services should be run.
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Inspirational Dukinfield mum's incredible weight loss
A mother-of-one from Dukinfield is excited for a happier and healthier future after changing her habits to shed more than five-and-a-half stone.
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Mothersdale totally at HOME to captivate as Richard III - review
Tom Mothersdale as Richard III
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For the love of the children - 8 years of GAP Kenya
The story of two Tamesider's who have spent much of the last 8 years changing the lives of street children in Kenya.