Town Square Car Park reopens additional spaces ahead of festive season
Visitors to Oldham town centre will benefit from increased parking with approximately 126 additional spaces available.
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Regeneration newsTransformed J.R. Clynes building is double winner at prestigious awards
The restored former Old Library won both the Cultural and Leisure Project Award and Retrofit and Reuse Project Award at the 2026 British Construction and Infrastructure Awards.
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Libraries newsRoyton Library finds a new temporary home as essential repair works progress
The library will reopen at a temporary location from Monday 19 October, ensuring residents can continue to access book lending services in their community.
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Regeneration news£1 million awarded for essential works at historic Prudential building
The investment will help to protect and preserve the Grade II listed building.
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Leisure and culture newsOldham to light up with spectacular free programme of events for Autumn/Winter 2026
From the fabulous Feast of Fire celebrations to the iconic Christmas Lights Switch-On, the town centre will host an exciting calendar of entertainment as the Greater Manchester Town of Culture 2026.
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Sports and Leisure newsOldham congratulates Sir Kevin Sinfield on Knighthood honour
"We recognise what a great ambassador he is for our borough and the people of it."
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Arts and culture newsMeet Oldham’s Town of Culture ambassadors
From actors and artists to writers, students and community leaders, the ambassadors have been chosen to help champion Oldham during our year as Greater Manchester's Town of Culture.
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Regeneration newsAlt and Holts residents invited to shape £20m investment in their community
Alt and Holts has been selected as one of 284 communities across the UK to benefit from the government’s Pride in Place programme, putting local people at the heart of decisions about their area.
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Regeneration newsNew film by local young people sparks conversation about Chadderton's future
Young people from Chadderton have created a new film celebrating their town and inspiring a wider conversation about its future.
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Regeneration newsNew market delivers strong results six months on as visitor numbers and trader sales surge
The Market has welcomed more than 50,000 visitors — with footfall up for market traders and in The Spindles.
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Arts and culture newsThe Oldham Open is back to put local artists in the frame — and it's bigger than ever
Once again talented artists are showcasing their work at the hugely popular exhibition.
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Parks, countryside and canals newsNorthern Roots opens: A major new green space for Oldham welcomes first visitors
An exciting new visitor attraction has opened its doors in the heart of Oldham.
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Councillors and leadership news
Oldham Council agrees interim Lead Member arrangements to strengthen governance and accountability
Oldham Council has approved a new package of interim governance arrangements.
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Young people newsOldham selected for two new Young Futures Hubs
Young people in Oldham are set to benefit from two new Young Futures Hubs, bringing together support, activities and opportunities in communities across the borough.
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Leisure and culture newsToughest half marathon in the UK returns
Oldham’s Halloween Half Marathon, the borough's gruelling 13.1 mile race, is back.
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Regeneration newsHistoric chippy Levers makes a splash in new home as Spindles welcomes wave of new investment
The beloved chip shop with a proud history has got off to a flying start after reopening in its new location.
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Leisure and culture newsNostalgic Oldham to bring free family fun and retro entertainment to town centre
Vintage cars, live entertainment, and traditional performances will take over Oldham town centre for a free celebration of all things retro.
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Regeneration newsThe Spindles celebrates five major retail investments as town centre momentum continues
Oldham's shopping destination is celebrating a significant boost to its retail offer with two new store openings and three substantial refurbishments.
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About the Council newsCouncil secures court order following unauthorised encampment at Oldham Edge
Oldham Council has secured a court order requiring the removal of an unauthorised encampment from Oldham Edge.
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Libraries newsRoyton Library temporarily closed for essential building works
Royton Library has temporarily closed while essential building works are assessed and carried out to help secure the future of the service.
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About Oldham news20 free things to do in Oldham this summer
Keeping the kids busy over the summer holidays can get expensive. Luckily, there are still plenty of things to see and do across Oldham without spending a penny.
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Education newsGCSE results 2026: Joy as students celebrate record results across Oldham
While national GCSE results remained virtually the same as last year, Oldham academies bucked the trend with improved scores.
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Young people newsOldham secures funding to empower the next generation of creative talent
Oldham Council has secured funding to launch the Young Creative Producers Programme (YCPP) to give young people the opportunity to shape the future of culture across the borough
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Arts and culture newsMeet the artists bringing Oldham’s Town of Culture to life
Thirteen local artists, schools, charities and community groups have been chosen to bring their ideas to life during Oldham’s year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture.
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Education newsProud to call Oldham home: Students celebrate outstanding A Level and T Level success across the borough
The results mark another successful year for sixth form students across Oldham.
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Community newsOldham Council shuts problem property down to protect community
The Council's Community Safety Service received a Closure Order for a house following reports of persistent anti-social behaviour and criminal activity
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Green New Deal newsOldham’s first solar farm nears completion in Failsworth
Oldham’s first large-scale solar farm is taking shape in Failsworth, transforming a previously unused site into a new source of renewable energy.
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Crime and safety newsProlific shoplifter who stole chocolate banned from shops for three years
Oldham Council's Community Safety Service was granted a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) following repeated offences targeting retailers in Chadderton.
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Children and families newsSirens, superheroes and a special guest as children met police at free summer holiday session
A popular Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) event transformed an Stoneleigh Park in Derker into a world of imagination and adventure
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Leisure and culture newsFive great reasons to visit an Oldham park for #LoveParks Week
Oldham Council is encouraging residents to make the most of Oldham’s fantastic green spaces as part of #LoveParks Week, running from 24 July to 2 August.
