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70 Years of School Dinners: Dishing up a 1940's-Themed menu

Published on Thursday, 23rd May 2013

Oldham Council’s Educational Catering Service and East Crompton St James’ primary school are dishing up a special 1940’s-themed school dinner for pupils.

Thousands set to enjoy Whit Friday band contests

Published on Thursday, 23rd May 2013

Thousands of people are set to enjoy a spectacular day of free entertainment at our famous Whit Friday band contests.

Council approves radical next steps for District Working

Published on Wednesday, 22nd May 2013

Oldham Council is to implement radical new changes in District Working.

Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist to visit Oldham Council

Published on Thursday, 16th May 2013

Oldham Council is hosting a visit from a Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist this weekend.

Metrolink roundabout milestone for Oldham

Published on Tuesday, 30th April 2013

Metrolink has reached another milestone on Oldham town centre’s new tram line as major works finished on the Manchester Street roundabout.

Oldham's new free car parking offer starts this weekend

Published on Wednesday, 03rd April 2013

Oldham town centre is set to benefit from a major new free car parking offer.

Radio presenter urges residents to sign up for energy switching scheme

Published on Thursday, 21st March 2013

An Oldham radio presenter who saved hundreds of pounds in the Greater Manchester-led energy switching scheme is encouraging others to see if they can reap the same rewards.

Oldham Council plans ahead for 2014/5 budget

Published on Wednesday, 20th March 2013

Oldham Council is publishing new proposals designed to balance its budget for the financial year 2014/5.

Town Centres project: Oldham working with Greater Manchester partners

Published on Monday, 18th March 2013

Town centres in Greater Manchester are working together on a unique plan to ensure they co-ordinate to earn new investment and achieve the greatest possible success.

Royton South by-election result

Published on Friday, 15th March 2013

A by-election was held on Thursday, March 14 in the Royton South ward of Oldham Council following the death of Councillor Phil Harrison.

Do not let loan sharks get their teeth into you

Published on Thursday, 14th March 2013

Oldham Council has teamed up with a pioneering team to tackle illegal money lending in the Borough.

Better Connected: Oldham Council website gets top UK billing

Published on Tuesday, 05th March 2013

Oldham Council has been independently rated by industry experts as having one of the best local authority websites in the UK.

First Bus continues cheaper cost of travel offer within Greater Manchester M60 Ring Road and Oldham

Published on Monday, 04th February 2013

Oldham bus passengers will continue to be offered cheaper bus fares after a value-for-money ticket offer proved popular with customers.

Civic Appreciation award for Cliff Ellison

Published on Tuesday, 29th January 2013

A Civic Appreciation Award is to be presented to Mr Cliff Ellison at the next meeting of Full Council.

Council Tax rise proposals under consideration

Published on Tuesday, 22nd January 2013

Oldham Council is set to consider proposals to increase Council Tax by 3.5 per cent from April 1 this year.

Would be cab driver attempted to bribe officer

Published on Thursday, 06th December 2012

Oldham Council is believed to be one of the first local authorities in the country to be involved in a successful prosecution under new bribery legislation.

Vision unveiled: New Heritage Centre and Coliseum Theatre

Published on Monday, 19th November 2012

A landmark project to unite Oldham town centre’s cultural ‘jewels’ – including plans for a new Heritage Centre and Coliseum Theatre – has been granted crucial development funding.

Oldham Youth Council is first in the country to gain full recognition

Published on Wednesday, 07th November 2012

Oldham Council is the first Local Authority in the country to recognise its Youth Council with full constitutional rights.

'Power to the People': Surge in sign-ups to save money

Published on Tuesday, 06th November 2012

More than 3,800 households have now signed up to the ‘Power to the People’ collective Energy Switching scheme.

Old Town Hall vision clears final planning hurdle

Published on Tuesday, 30th October 2012

Oldham Council’s ambitious plans to transform the Old Town Hall into a cinema and family entertainment venue have cleared the final planning hurdle.

'Invest in Oldham': Positive response to London showcase

Published on Thursday, 18th October 2012

Oldham Council has outlined a range of development options to potential investors in London.

Oldham Council pays tribute to Barbara Dawson

Published on Thursday, 26th April 2012

Oldham Council is saddened to announce the death of Councillor Barbara Dawson.

'Do your bit': Help us ensure works are up to standard

Published on Monday, 30th January 2012

Oldham Council is urging residents to help us ensure work carried out by utilities companies across the Borough is of the highest standard.

Council's financial performance praised by Audit Commission

Published on Thursday, 15th December 2011

Oldham Council’s accounts preparation has been recognised by the Audit Commission as the best in the country.