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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£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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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.
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Millions of pounds to be invested in new services for children and families
FANTASTIC services for families are set to open across Oldham as our multi-million pound Family Hubs programme is extended across the borough.
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International Women’s Day: Oldham Council Leader unveils plaque at important site in the fight for equality
To mark International Women’s Day, Oldham Council’s Leader has unveiled a plaque to commemorate what could be the birthplace of the women’s Suffrage movement.
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Pioneering ‘community of families’ scheme launched to improve care and support for foster families in Oldham
Oldham Council is excited to introduce the Mockingbird programme, a new way to help children in foster care and their families. This national programme, led by The Fostering Network and now adopted by Oldham Council, was officially launched at Cockfields Farm on Saturday 2 March.
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Council Leader’s blog: Fly-tipping and litter sadly won’t go away, but we can all do our bit to help – and save vital funds
The Great British Spring Clean starts on March 15 and as usual, the council and residents across the borough will be out supporting it, helping to clean up our town.
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Town centre traders welcome boost for local businesses
Local businesses came together with Council Leader Arooj Shah earlier today for the official opening of Oldham Council's new offices in the Spindles.
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Work starts on the first of Oldham's 2,000 new town centre homes
Plans to transform Oldham town centre with up to 2,000 much-needed new homes got underway this week, with initial works beginning at Oldham Civic Centre.
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Council Leader Blog: Protecting vital public services
By Councillor Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council
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Building business opportunities: come along to Oldham Council’s free construction procurement event
A free event to help local construction businesses here in Oldham win work on major regeneration and development projects is set to be hosted by Council Leader, Cllr Arooj Shah.
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Helping improve lives closer to home
Residents in Oldham are getting help to cope with mental health, housing issues, and money matters closer to home thanks to a new initiative from Oldham Council and its partners.
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Sharon and Bev break stereotypes by celebrating 11 years of fostering
Oldham Council is encouraging LGBTQ+ individuals to explore the opportunities and rewards of fostering during National LGBT+ History Month.
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Businesses invited to Oldham Council's first Green Summit
Businesses with an interest in sustainability are invited to Oldham Council's first ever Green Summit.
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Children and families in temporary accommodation get half term boost with free leisure activities
Children living in temporary accommodation and their families can enjoy free leisure activities this half term.
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Don’t bin it, join the Donate IT Oldham campaign
Local people who are struggling to access much needed digital services could benefit from a new scheme to boost digital inclusion across the borough.
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Councillors updated on ‘one of toughest’ budgets Council has ever had to set
Councillors met earlier this week to discuss the latest budget plans and proposals for the next two financial years.
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Spades in the ground at Chadderton’s new park
Work has taken a significant step forward for Oldham's brand-new park, set to be created at the Broadway Green development in Chadderton.
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The school celebrating inclusivity with inspiring heroes including Dolly Parton and Stormzy
At St Matthew’s Primary School in Chadderton, pupils are surrounded by images of inspiring figureheads.
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The return of Illuminate – Oldham’s spectacular late-night arts festival
Prepare to experience Oldham in a whole new light as Illuminate, the town's popular light night, returns for its seventh year.
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Tackling the housing crisis: 500 new social homes coming to Oldham announced at Oldham Housing Roundtable event
Oldham Council has pledged to get 500 new social homes built in the borough over the next five years.
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Local park tennis courts in Oldham set for renovation
Oldham Council and the LTA have today announced a partnership to invest in and refurbish public park tennis courts across the borough.
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Powerful new exhibition ‘In Which Language Do We Dream?’ comes to Gallery Oldham
A compelling new exhibition titled ‘In Which Language Do We Dream?’ is opening at Gallery Oldham, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of one Syrian family uprooted by war.
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Council Leader Blog: Bringing people together to tackle our housing crisis
By Councillor Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council
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New immersive room shines a light on social value
Rowan Ashworth Ltd invested £20,000 to transform a room at East Crompton St George's Primary School into an immersive learning space.
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Balancing the books to build a better Oldham for the future
by Councillor Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council
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Last chance to have your say on exciting plans to open six new Family Hubs across Oldham
Oldham's first Family Family Hub has provided a lifeline to families with thousands of visits
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Budget 2024: protecting public services in difficult times
We are once again setting our budget for the borough and whether you live, work or travel into Oldham, we want to give you the opportunity to have your say.