Community spaces to benefit from improvements worth more than £80,000
Oldham Council has secured funding to refurbish three sites in the borough that are well used and important to residents.
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Council buildings will help Oldhamers stay warm this winter
Libraries in Oldham are once again available this winter as warm spaces.
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Nursery and directors ordered to pay more than £5,700 over dirty conditions
Oldham Council has prosecuted a nursery and its directors for food hygiene offences after standards slipped.
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Popular play area moves to new town centre location as regeneration paves the way for new and improved facility
A popular town centre play area is moving round the corner to a temporary new home while works get underway on a brand new replacement.
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BINFO: Changes to Christmas and New Year bin collections
Please be aware that there will be changes to Oldham Council’s waste and recycling rounds due on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
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Can you spot yourself in the crowds at the Oldham Christmas Lights Switch-On 2024?
Special guests included Bluey and Coronation Street star Peter Rush.
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Local Leaders Celebrate Oldham's Community Bike Libraries
Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, Active Travel Commissioner Dame Sarah Storey, and Oldham Council Leader Cllr Arooj Shah joined volunteers and community members at Failsworth Bike Library.
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Stars from Oldham return to see the new home of Oldham Theatre Workshop
Three famous alumni from Oldham's renowned Oldham Theatre Workshop returned to visit the organisation's soon-to-be new home.
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Gallery Oldham: Minute to Midnight
This new thought-provoking exhibition brings together a group of north-west artists, all of whom are deeply concerned with intervention in the climate crisis.
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Sinfield is heading home for Christmas on final day of latest challenge
Rugby League and fundraising legend Kevin Sinfield CBE is heading home for Christmas on the final day of his latest epic fundraising challenge on Saturday 7th December.
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Oldham Music Service is hitting all the right notes this Christmas
Talented musicians will be showing off their talents and performing some Christmas classis in the Queen Elizabeth Hall.
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Social workers invited to new Oldham recruitment event
Aspiring children’s social workers are being invited to a new recruitment event hosted by Oldham Council – with on-the-day interviews on offer to those attending.
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Oldham’s New School Street Welcomed by Community and Local Leaders
A special celebration took place on Wednesday 13th November, to mark the official launch of the new School Street at Hey with Zion Primary School and St Edwards RC Primary School in Lees.
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Memorable Love Actually scene inspires council’s social work recruitment efforts
In a heartwarming twist inspired by the iconic Love Actually "cue cards" scene, Oldham Council is this winter launching an innovative campaign to attract new social workers.
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Oldham Town Living: Key milestones approaching in Oldham Council and Muse partnership
Oldham Town Living Development Framework set to be approved. Prince's Gate site to be added as a core site within the development partnership. Enabling works start on former Sports Centre site.
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Generous donations help more than 100 families at our second Family Hubs Winter Warm Appeal drop-in
One mum was given a replacement pram as the Family Hubs teamed up with Our Community Wardrobe to make a difference this winter.
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Step up and be a hero– Watch ‘Everything’ now
Oldham Council is calling on everyday heroes to step forward and their latest short film, ‘Everything’, shows exactly why fostering could be the most rewarding thing you’ll ever do.
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Oldham’s Exciting New Food & Drink Hall Set to Open Friday 1st November.
Get ready for the grand opening of The Egyptian Room, Oldham’s brand-new food and drink destination on Friday 1st November.
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Halloween fun at the Family Hubs helping children in Oldham to grow in confidence
Frightful good fun was enjoyed by babies and children at Medlock Vale Family Hub for Halloween.
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Oldham appoints Acting Chief Executive and offers senior leadership support to Tameside Council
Shelley Kipling has been appointed as Acting Chief Executive of Oldham Council, as current Chief Executive Harry Catherall is seconded to Tameside to offer senior leadership support following a number of senior departures and concerns over children’s services.
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Oldham Fostering Awards: Celebrating 175 years of care
Oldham Council rolled out the red carpet for its incredible foster carers at the 2024 Fostering Awards night, celebrating an awe-inspiring total of 175 years of fostering experience, just as the borough marks its own 175th anniversary. The event showcased the tireless dedication of those who have opened their homes to some of Oldham’s most vulnerable children, providing not just a roof over their heads but a chance for a better future.
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Council commits millions to keep Oldhamers warm and fed this winter
MULTI-MILLION POUND PACKAGE OF CRISIS SUPPORT UNVEILED
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Historic Prudential Building saved by Oldham Council
A landmark heritage building in Oldham town centre is now in the ownership of Oldham Council.
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Young ‘future leaders’ of Oldham impress during special visit to the 'best school ever'
Cllr Mohon Ali, Oldham's Cabinet Member for Education and Skills, met the Children’s Leadership Team at Richmond Academy.
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Pride of place: Royton Town Hall restoration uncovers hidden treasures as community welcomes transformation
In September, Royton Town Hall re-opened its doors following a complete restoration.
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Mayor recognised for supporting Oldham veterans
The Royton Military Veterans Group has commemorated the Mayor of Oldham for his dedication and commitment to local veterans and the armed forces community.
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Taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge really pays off
This year’s Summer Reading Challenge has proved a real winner for pupils and schools.
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Oldham Council - gearing up for winter
The council’s work to keep the borough moving over the winter months is well under way.
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Mayor urges housing providers to replicate 'mind-blowing' initiative
Local housing providers are being urged to take inspiration from an ‘oven-ready’ initiative in Chadderton that’s boosting people’s job prospects, self-confidence, and cooking skills.
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Oldham's pensioners urged to claim pension credit
‘Residents should not feel too proud to claim what they're rightfully entitled to’ says Oldham’s political lead for finance.