Happy New Year for 2019
Sean Fielding, Oldham Council Leader, said: “I want to take this opportunity to wish all our residents, businesses, partners and community groups a very happy New Year and all the best for 2019.”
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Council to seek approval for Cultural Quarter proposals
Oldham Council is set to press ahead with plans to deliver a new cultural offer for Oldham Town Centre.
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Do you want your company to become an official Oldham Council supplier?
Companies from across the borough and beyond are being invited to a special event designed to find new suppliers for Oldham Council and its key partner.
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Gallery Oldham's new exhibition looks at Oldhamers during the First World War
Gallery Oldham’s latest exhibition: ‘Peace and Plenty? Oldham and the First World War’ takes a fascinating and moving trip back to Oldham in 1918.
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Royton nominated for the Town Centre Challenge
Oldham Council has nominated Royton for the Mayor of Greater Manchester’s Town Centre Challenge.
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Missive from a militant: new Annie Kenney letter revealed
A previously unknown letter from local suffragette, Annie Kenney, is to go on display for the first time at Gallery Oldham.
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Live@thelibrary is back for its tenth season
Oldham’s popular live@thelibrary is back for its tenth season and with breath-taking plays, stunning live music, side-splitting comedy and more this is set to be the best yet.
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Plans submitted to demolish Hartford Mill
Oldham Council is submitting an application to demolish a derelict mill and make way for quality housing to improve Werneth.
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Keeping Oldham's streets clean
Oldham Council Leader Sean Fielding is committing extra funding to street cleaning to support his ambition for a cleaner borough.
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Oldham wins sustainable food award
Oldham has become one of just a handful of cities to win the Sustainable Food Cities Bronze award.
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#OldhamLIVE - Dodgy to headline free music festival in Oldham
The date and line-up for #OldhamLIVE 2018 – a spectacular free family entertainment and music festival in Oldham town centre – are revealed today.
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Full Council postponed because "it's coming home"
Oldham Council is set to ‘postpone’ its Full Council meeting on Wednesday to avoid clashing with England’s World Cup Semi-Final game.
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Hollinwood Junction - work set to start
Exciting £35 million plans to deliver 30-acres of employment space, community leisure and housing in Hollinwood have moved a step closer with work to dismantle a redundant gasholder on the site set to
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Thousands perform at Oldham Schools' Music Festival
Musicians from all schools across Oldham took to the stage at the Queen Elizabeth Hall last week to celebrate the wealth of talent and opportunity in the borough.
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Youth Mayor Amber sworn in
Oldham’s tenth Youth Mayor Amber Powell has pledged to support young people to “believe in their abilities and potential”.
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Jump into a World of Fringe Events at the Oldham Learning Festival 2018
As part of the Oldham Learning Festival 2018 more than 70 fringe events will be available to attend across the borough.
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Oldham’s pharmacies rewarded for promoting good oral health
Oldham residents can now access advice and information on how to maintain good oral health from their local pharmacy.
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Oldham Youth Council recognised by the Queen
Oldham Youth Council is to be recognised with the prestigious Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.
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Fly-tipping? Not up our alley!
Oldham residents who are fed up of fly-tipping are taking an innovative approach to tackling the issue in their community as part of an initiative called Love Where You Live.
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Oldham Town Centre will be alive with the sound of music
Hundreds of Oldham’s best and brightest young and community musicians are set to get the town centre rocking at this year’s Summer Festival.
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Independent Quarter is still the business
Oldham Council Leader, Sean Fielding, is pledging that local independent businesses remain a major priority and will play a key role in regenerating the town centre.
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Green Oldham campaign set to launch
A new, year-long campaign is being launched to promote and celebrate Oldham’s amazing natural environment.
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Oldham Learning Festival 2018 Tickets now available
The venue is booked, the line-up confirmed and tickets are now available for you to book places at the first ever Oldham Learning Festival.
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Oldham Libraries mark Dementia Action Week
Oldham Libraries have a whole host of events taking place to help improve the lives of people living with dementia.
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Oldham respite service praised by inspectors
A “warm and welcoming” service for adults with a learning disability in Oldham has been praised by inspectors.
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Live@thelibrary's summer season is here
Dive into a world of drama, family shows, comedy, music and new writing at Oldham’s live@thelibrary summer season.
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Career and Apprenticeship Fair open to all
Oldham Council is reminding residents of Get Oldham Working’s Career and Apprenticeship Fair, following two recent closure announcements.
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Oldham's all booked up for Bookmark Festival 2018
BBC Radio 2’s Simon Mayo will close the show as Oldham’s annual Bookmark Festival returns for a long weekend of book-related fun.
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Lees Park ECO Centre to open
Oldham Council is inviting residents to join in the opening celebrations of the Lees Park Environment, Community and Opportunities (ECO) Centre.
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Spring hops into Parliament Square
Oldham Council and the Town Centre Business Partnership are inviting residents to Parliament Square for the annual Easter-themed event, Spring into Oldham.
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Take your next step at the Career and Apprenticeship Fair
Explore hundreds of opportunities across various employment sectors at the next Get Oldham Working (GOW) Career and Apprenticeship Fair.
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Local elections on May 3. Are you registered to vote?
Oldham Council has urged residents to ensure they’re registered to vote ahead of the local elections in May.
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Snow blizzard or drift - we stop at nothing when it comes to care
Through the strongest blizzards and the deepest snow drifts, there’s a team of everyday heroes checking in on all elderly and vulnerable people in Oldham.
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Illegal cigs land trap door trio in court
Oldham Council’s Trading Standards have prosecuted three people who were part of an illegal cigarette selling swindle involving a trap door.
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CCTV to protect residents in Royton and Uppermill
CCTV cameras have been installed in Uppermill and Royton centres to further protect the safety of residents and visitors.
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Oldham raises awareness of Hate Crime
Workshops, information stalls and activities are taking place across the borough this week as Oldham takes part in Greater Manchester’s Hate Crime Awareness Week (5 – 9 February 2018).
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'Outstanding' Oldham archives saved for future public use
An “outstanding” historic trove of documents, newspaper clippings and images has been saved and will be accessible for public use at the new Oldham Heritage and Arts Centre.
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Oldham to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2018
Oldham will commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) with various services across the borough this weekend.
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A new district centre masterplan for Royton’s future
Oldham Council has published a new Masterplan for the future of Royton.
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Ready for a new you?
Eating well, moving more, drinking less and quitting smoking are common resolutions this new year but they can be hard to stick to.
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Do something incredible in 2018 - foster for Oldham
Oldham Council is asking people to do something incredible this New Year and consider becoming foster carers.
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Oldham Council backs Dying to Work campaign
Oldham Council has backed a campaign which aims to change the law to offer greater protections for workers with terminal illnesses.
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OBE for ex-Oldham Mayor and Saddleworth stalwart
Oldham Council is sending its congratulations to Councillor John Hudson who has been made an OBE (Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) in the Queen’s New Year Honours List.
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Residents ordered to pay almost £6,000 for blighting the borough
Residents who thought they could get away with littering and dumping waste across the borough have been successfully prosecuted by Oldham Council.
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Residents asked to recall their Blitz memories
Oldham Council is asking residents to recollect their memories of the Blitz and various other bombing raids from World War Two as part of the Oldham Remembers campaign.
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The Old Town 'Haul': Stunning first year for Oldham development - 300,000 visitors and 14 awards
The Old Town Hall – Oldham’s iconic regeneration scheme – has amassed an astonishing haul of visitors and major awards in its first full year of busines
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Potential multi-million pound boost for education agreed
Multi-million pound funding that aims to help boost education and social mobility in the borough over the next three years has been welcomed by Oldham Council.
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Community bike hub to open at Tommyfield Market
Oldham Council is teaming up with Positive Steps to create a community bike hub within Tommyfield Market.
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Shopkeeper prosecuted for selling illegal tobacco
Oldham Council’s Trading Standards has prosecuted a shopkeeper who illegally sold tobacco.
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Oldham Council to remember war hero - 100 years on
Oldham Council is to commemorate the third hero from the borough to receive the Victoria Cross, Private Walter Mills VC – exactly 100 years since his outstanding act of bravery.
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Older people in Oldham try something new at tenant conference
Older people in Oldham came together to learn about new initiatives happening in the borough and celebrate successes over the last year.
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Looking at the bigger picture to improve health
There’s great work taking place in Oldham to tackle the many issues that have an impact on the health and wellbeing of residents.
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Is your bin collection day changing over Christmas?
Oldham Council is informing residents that some bin collection dates will change over the Christmas period.
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Don't be left in the cold this winter
The temperature has dropped and it’s more important than ever to make sure your home is heated properly.
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Royton Town Hall: Public consultation launched
Oldham Council is launching a public consultation on its proposals for Royton Town Hall and Library.
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Oldham Council Deputy Leader honoured for services to local government
Oldham Council’s Deputy Leader has received his MBE at Buckingham Palace.
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Oldham flourishes in North West in Bloom Awards
We have once again scooped the Best City prize at the Royal Horticultural Society’s prestigious North West in Bloom competition.
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Oldham Council praised for helping residents save money on energy bills
Oldham Council is the best council in the country for supporting community energy projects.
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Oldham Council set to remember war hero - 100 years on
Oldham Council is set to remember the third recipient from the borough to be awarded the Victoria Cross – exactly 100 years since his exceptional act of bravery.
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Oldham Council urges UC rethink
Oldham Council leaders have met with Department of Work and Pensions officials to urge a rethink on Universal Credit (UC).
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Public Health Chiefs visit Oldham
Oldham welcomed the Chief Executive of Public Health England yesterday to discuss the great work going on in the borough and priorities moving forward.
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Research School launches in Oldham
A ‘Research School’ is being launched to boost the quality of teaching in Oldham.
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Oldham Town Centre Masterplan - Consultation dates announced
Oldham Council has announced a full schedule of dates and venues for the public consultation on its plans for a new look town centre.
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Residents drive up Oldham's recycling rate
Residents are answering Oldham Council’s call to go green and help boost the borough’s recycling rates.
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Oldham Council announce Redrow Homes as site developers at Counthill
Oldham Council has announced its preferred construction partner to redevelop the former Counthill school site.
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Oldham Council named ‘Employer of the Year’
Oldham Council has been named ‘Employer of the Year’ as part of The Growth Company’s first ever Skills for Employment Awards Ceremony.
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Prime Oldham development sites coming to market
Oldham Council is bringing two development sites to market, both in prime locations on the edge of the town centre.
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EPIC speaker line-up confirmed for Your Oldham Festival
Oldham Council is hosting its first ever EPIC Talks series – and the fantastic line-up of inspiring speakers can be revealed for the first time.
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New Oldham Coliseum Theatre gets the green light from planners
Plans for a new Coliseum Theatre have been approved in a move that will see it occupying a stunning new state-of-the-art facility in Oldham town centre.
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Residents pay the price for dumping rubbish
Oldham Council has prosecuted four residents for dumping bags of waste in alleyways behind their homes.
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Sensory room opens its doors
A sensory room has opened at an extra care scheme in Coldhurst.
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Seller prosecuted for clocked car
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted a Glodwick resident who sold a ‘clocked’ car over the internet.
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Awards recognise superb customer service in Oldham town centre
Superb customer service has been recognised at the annual Oldham Town Centre Business Awards.
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Free cooking classes help prevent diabetes
Oldham residents have been cooking their way to good health in a series of free classes.
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Royal Horticultural Society judges coming to Oldham
Oldham’s quest to be crowned one of the cleanest, greenest and most beautiful places in Britain is nearing judgement day.
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Oldham Council and Langtree sign development agreement unlocking £35m project and 760 new jobs
Oldham Council and developer Langtree are ready to bring forward the Hollinwood Junction project that will see 760 new jobs created.
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Help contribute towards Oldham's Local Plan
As Oldham Council starts work preparing its Local Plan (LP) we are asking residents how they think the borough should develop in coming years.
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Exciting opportunity to help shape Oldham's Cultural Quarter
A Cultural Quarter Steering Group has been established to build on the positive changes taking place in Oldham town centre.
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Oldham's tenth annual vintage and classic car show returns
Oldham town centre is gearing up for the annual Vintage and Classic Car Show.
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New Youth Mayor takes the chains of office
Marouf Ahmed has been sworn in as the Youth Mayor of Oldham.
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A Curious Turn: moving mechanical sculpture
A new touring exhibition curated by the Crafts Council comes to Gallery Oldham from July 8 to September 2.
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Our message to residents living in high rise blocks in Oldham
Cllr Barbara Brownridge, Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods and Cooperatives, said: “Our thoughts are with those affected by the tragic fire in London.
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A vision for Prince's Gate at Mumps
Oldham Council is set to choose a private developer to take on and deliver the Prince's Gate at Oldham Mumps scheme.
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Let's explore outdoors as part of National Bookstart Week
Oldham Council libraries are celebrating National Bookstart Week with a range of events throughout the week.
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The greatest free show on earth continues to attract worldwide attention
This year’s Whit Friday band contests are set to attract thousands of people to the borough – including musicians from as far afield as Switzerland and Australia.
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Follow the Thread exhibition celebrates Oldham’s industrial past
A fascinating exhibition has launched at Gallery Oldham celebrating Oldham’s proud industrial past.
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Oldham Council celebrates Love Your Local Market
Oldham Council is supporting ‘Love Your Local Market’ for the fifth year in a row with a series of activities and promotions.
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Win cinema tickets for the family and save money on your energy bill
Oldham Council is giving residents the chance to win cinema tickets for the family when they book an appointment with the Warm Homes Oldham scheme.
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Oldham Council opens Books of Condolence for Manchester attack
Oldham Council has opened Books of Condolence in memory of all those tragically killed and injured in the terror attack at Manchester Arena.
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Statement from Oldham Council Leader, Jean Stretton
“Last night’s events at the Manchester Arena are utterly devastating.
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Young people have their say on mental health
A group of young people from Oldham have delivered recommendations on how we can deal better with mental health.
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It's foster care fortnight
Oldham Council is asking residents to do something incredible and foster a local child or young person.
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Oldham candidates nominated for General Election 2017
Nominations closed at 4pm today for candidates intending to stand in the General Election on Thursday, June 8.
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Funding available for local youth projects and organisations
Oldham Council is giving local organisations the opportunity to apply for up to £5,000 in funding to improve the borough for young people.
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Oldham off licence prosecuted for food hygiene breaches
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted an Oldham off licence after mouse droppings were discovered during an inspection.
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Lawbreakers prosecuted by Oldham Council
Oldham Council is continuing its tough stance on people who continue to flout laws and blight the borough.
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Welcome to the live@thelibrary Summer 2017 season
Discover a world of comedy, drama, live music, new writing and storytelling at Oldham Library as the popular live@thelibrary returns for its summer season.
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Oldham is an energy efficiency champion
Oldham Council has been named the North West’s energy efficiency Council of the Year.
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Oldham Library to host first-ever Comic Con
Oldham Library is hosting its first-ever Comic Con event where everyone is invited to meet their friendly local superheroes for free.
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Warm Homes Oldham changes lives
Summer is around the corner but the award-winning Warm Homes Oldham scheme is still helping residents to save money on their energy bill.
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Oldham Council celebrates achievements of cared-for children
Over 300 cared-for children and young people were nominated for an award at Oldham Council’s annual Stars in Our Eyes event.
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Care and support staff who go the extra mile
An Oldham Council care and support provider has recognised an outstanding employee for taking it upon himself to help local disadvantaged people into work.
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Oldham Council wants you to get involved in National Gardening Week
As part of this year’s Bloom and Grow campaign Oldham Council is encouraging residents to get their hands mucky in National Gardening Week.
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Oldham's Bookmark Festival returns this April
Oldham’s Bookmark Festival is returning this month for a weeklong celebration of all things book related.
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Landlords prosecuted in housing improvement push
Oldham Council has prosecuted a number of landlords in a push to improve the standard of housing across the borough.
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Free cooking classes to prevent diabetes
Oldham Council is delivering free healthy cooking classes to help residents reduce their risk of developing diabetes.
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Tommy's market raffle returns for Easter
Oldham Council is offering shoppers another opportunity to get their hands on some amazing prizes as Tommy’s Market Raffle returns this Easter.
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Spring into Oldham returns for Easter
Oldham Council and the Town Centre Business Partnership are inviting residents to Parliament Square for the annual Easter-themed event, Spring into Oldham.
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Oldham Council hungry to help local food chain
Oldham Council is developing a recipe for success using innovation to create a sustainable local food chain.
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Getting Oldham active in 2017
To mark the start of 2017 Oldham Council asked residents to share their “healthy selfies” – and we’ve picked our favourite.
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Oldham's Health and Wellbeing Board signs NHS statement of support for tobacco control
Oldham Health and Wellbeing Board is committed more than ever to reducing smoking levels in the borough after signing the NHS statement of support for tobacco control.
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Royton restaurant fined £12,000 for food hygiene breaches
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted a Royton restaurant after inspectors found an uncontrolled cockroach infestation and poor cleaning standards.
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Unemployed residents gain new green skills
Oldham Council has been helping residents to go green and supporting them to gain new skills – increasing their chances of gaining employment.
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Oldham Council strengthens social care workforce
Oldham Council is working in collaboration with charity Frontline to develop social workers to help improve the lives of vulnerable children.
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Registration reminder as Mayoral Election countdown commences
The official countdown to the election to choose the first ever Greater Manchester Mayor has begun
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Oldham Council warns residents to prepare for Universal Credit rollout
Oldham Council has warned benefit claimants to prepare for the Government’s rollout of Universal Credit.
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Pay your Council Tax by direct debit and you could win a share of £1,000
Oldham Council is giving residents a chance to win a share of £1,000.
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Oldham Council extends support for care leavers
Oldham Council is set to increase support for young people leaving the care system by making them exempt from Council Tax.
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Autism Awareness Week 2017
Oldham Council is working to increase awareness and understanding of autism across the borough.
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Gallery Oldham announces "The Oldham Open 2017"
Gallery Oldham is inviting local artists to submit work to the ever popular ‘Oldham Open’.
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Fly-tipper fined for dumped waste
Oldham Council has fined another resident for fly-tipping after she dumped her waste in an alleyway.
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Oldham's Ability Roadshow
Oldham youngsters with disabilities and additional needs are set to try their hand at a variety of sports in special four-day roadshow.
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Warning over Council Tax refund scams
Oldham Council is warning residents to be on their guard after reports emerged of a series of new Council Tax scams.
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Firm ordered to pay more than £158,000 following prosecution
A Shaw company has been ordered to pay more than £158,000 after it was prosecuted by Oldham Council for breaching health and safety at work legislation.
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Oldham to compete in 2017 RHS Britain in Bloom Awards
Work is well underway as Oldham prepares to take part in the Champion of Champions category in the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Britain in Bloom UK Finals 2017.
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£4million to back Oldham business
A £4 million fund is being invested in Oldham to help the next generation of local entrepreneurs get their businesses off the ground.
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‘The Big Flip’ returns for another year
Oldham Council is inviting all young pancake-flipping enthusiasts to Tommyfield Market to take part in this year’s ‘The Big Flip’ competition.
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Springhead heroes to be honoured
Oldham Council is set to commemorate two historically significant Springhead heroes.
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Oldham Council set to finalise budget for 2017/18 and confirm 3.99 per cent Council Tax rise
Oldham Council is set to vote to finalise its 2017/18 budget which includes a rise in Council Tax.
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Union Street West footbridge reopened after refurbishment
Oldham Council has reopened Union Street West footbridge after works to improve its appearance.
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Oldham Council recognised for its support for Reservists
Oldham Council has been acknowledged for its commitment and support for those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces.
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Let's get growing
A free, family friendly community event is taking place in Oldham to help bring together people interested in growing.
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Oldham helps to raise awareness of hate crime
Several workshops and seminars are available across the borough this week as Oldham takes part in Greater Manchester’s Hate Crime Awareness Week (6 – 12 February 2017).
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"Illuminate" arts festival comes to Oldham
See Oldham in a new light as three of the town centre’s iconic venues play host to the borough’s first late-night arts festival, Illuminate.
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New workshops at Gallery Oldham
Gallery Oldham will be holding a number of textile based workshops to celebrate the On the Grid exhibition by artist Ann Sutton, which runs until 4 March.
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Cabinet decision on Link Centre
Oldham Council’s Cabinet tonight made a decision on the future of the Link Centre following an in-depth consultation.
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The Tooth Place fills a gap in the Independent Quarter
Oldham’s Independent Quarter has got off to a flying start in 2017 with another new business setting up roots in the area.
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Candidates nominated for the Failsworth East by-election
Nominations closed at 4pm today for candidates intending to stand in the by-election to be held next month in Failsworth East.
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Oldham Education and Skills Commission a year on
One year on from the publication of the Oldham Education and Skills Commission (OESC) report big improvements are already visible - but there is still much work to be done.
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Discover a world of comedy, drama, new writing and storytelling at live@thelibrary’s spanking new season
As usual Oldham Council libraries are offering a packed programme of events and activities for all ages to enjoy. Running from January through to April we really do have something for everyone.
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A Big Big exhibition at Gallery Oldham
The extraordinary Big Big Camera has been in the collections of Gallery Oldham for many years.
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Road closures for funeral procession
The funeral of Helena Kotlarova and Zaneta Krokova, the two girls who died in the tragic road traffic accident on New Year’s Eve on Ashton Road, is taking place on Monday.
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Historic listings upgraded on war memorials
Oldham Council is pleased to inform residents that the war memorials in Oldham Town Centre and Crompton have had their historic significance boosted.
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Hobson Street car park reopens
Oldham Council is increasing parking capacity in the town centre with the opening of a new car park.
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Council supports Oldham Foodbank at Christmas
Staff and councillors from Oldham Council have donated hundreds of kilograms of food to Oldham Foodbank to help families who are struggling to afford even the basics this Christmas.
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A portal to the past for people living with dementia
People living with dementia in Oldham can now return to yesteryear in a nostalgic 1950s-inspired room which helps trigger old and new memories.
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MioCare Christmas ring round 2016
MioCare is set to ring up thousands of their careline and response customers, many of whom are vulnerable and elderly residents, to check they’re safe and sound ahead of the festive period.
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Oldham Council's innovative training programme wins national accolade
An Oldham Council training programme has landed a national award for its work in helping residents take control of their lives.
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Oldham Council staff donate 320 gifts to local children
Oldham Council workers dug deep this Christmas, donating 320 presents for local young people who might otherwise receive nothing.
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Opportunities for graduates in Oldham
Oldham Council is on the lookout for two graduates with a passion for working in public services.
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Oldham Council confirms Christmas and New Year closure arrangements
Oldham Council is informing residents about changes and restrictions to services over Christmas and the New Year.
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Greaves Street reopens
Oldham Council is informing motorists and pedestrians that Greaves Street in the town centre is now fully open to traffic.
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New gritter Nicole Saltslinger has X-Factor
After an avalanche of interest and suggestions Oldham Council can reveal the name of our new gritter is Nicole Saltslinger.
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Oldham parks get life-saving defibrillators
Two of Oldham’s most popular parks are now even safer places to visit.
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Brass Monkeys is back - with Brighouse and Rastrick Brass Band
Why not enjoy some of the best brass bands around as you do your Christmas shopping in Oldham town centre this Saturday (December 3)?
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Parliament Square welcomes new delicatessen and cafe
The latest tenant to move into Oldham town centre’s new public space at Parliament Square is opening its doors today (November 29).
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Prosecuted for blighting the borough
Oldham Council has carried out a number of successful prosecutions for littering and blighting the borough.
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Marks & Spencer withdraws from Prince's Gate scheme
Marks & Spencer has announced it will not be taking up its option on new retail space at the Prince's Gate at Oldham Mumps development.
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Know your rights as a carer
Oldham Council is supporting a UK-wide initiative to help local carers know their rights and find out how to get the support they are entitled to.
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Access Oldham temporarily relocated
Services usually offered in Access Oldham have been temporarily relocated to the Lees Suite within the Civic Centre.
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Green Dividend Fund can make a difference to your area
Oldham Council is helping residents in eight areas to improve their neighbourhoods and green spaces.
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Don't lose your right to vote
Oldham Council is urging residents to respond as it nears the end of the annual voter canvass for 2016.
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Oldham Triumphs again and takes best city award at North West in Bloom 2016
Oldham has dug deep to retain its title of Best City* at the prestigious North West in Bloom competition.
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Residents show they love where they live - so can you
Chadderton residents are helping to maintain their neighbourhoods by taking responsibility and looking after their communal alley ways.
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OLD TOWN HALL OPENING KICKSTARTS NEW ERA FOR OLDHAM TOWN CENTRE
Oldham Council's flagship regeneration scheme will see the Old Town Hall reopened as a stunning new ODEON cinema and restaurant venue this week.
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ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS: OLD TOWN HALL TO OPEN WITH SPECTACULAR OUTDOOR SHOW
Oldham Council can reveal exciting plans for the Old Town Hall’s highly-anticipated public opening event – a unique free family show not to be missed.
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Phase two of improvements to Union Street West footbridge to begin
Oldham Council is informing residents that further works to improve the Union Street West footbridge are set to begin.
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Young people invited to have their say on mental health
Young people with strong views on mental health are being invited to become part of a new local initiative to help shape future mental health decisions.
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Oldham Council is asking for the views of residents as it begins its annual budget consultation process
The authority must find savings worth more than £20 million next year as cuts continue to the amount of funding it receives from Government.
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Oldham heritage and history celebrated
Oldham Council is inviting residents to celebrate the borough’s heritage and history at a number of events.
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Oldham joins Sustainable Food Cities Network
Oldham is the latest area to join the UK-wide Sustainable Food Cities Network.
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Oldham Council demolishes building to protect the public
Oldham Council has moved swiftly to demolish a privately-owned building because of a serious threat to public safety in the town centre.
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Work to begin dismantling former Shaw Market
Oldham Council is to start removing the redundant market stalls and cabins from the former home of Shaw Market on Westway.
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Major Greater Manchester emergency planning exercise ends
Exercise Triton II - the biggest live exercise of its kind ever held in the Greater Manchester region - has ended today (Friday, July 15).
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Residents clean-up Hathershaw
Hathershaw residents have been doing their bit and taking part in a community clean-up.
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Locals help to spruce up derelict plot
Residents have showed they ‘love where they live’ by adopting and transforming a plot of derelict land next to Failsworth Metrolink stop into a vibrant garden.
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Oldham remembers the Battle of Jutland
Oldham Council is set to commemorate the only major naval battle of World War I.
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Still time to apply for Kerrching funding
Oldham Council is inviting community groups and organisations to apply for up to £2,000 of funding to help improve the lives of the borough’s young people.
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Get Oldham Growing: Opportunity to create community growing hub
Oldham Council is seeking the support of groups and organisations to create a community growing hub within Lees Park.
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New Shaw community cafe set to make a real difference
A new community café is set to open in Shaw’s beautiful Dunwood Park, the result of an innovative partnership project, where local young people have played a vital role in its creation.
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Digital Enterprise Hub coming to Oldham's Independent Quarter
Oldham Council has approved plans to refurbish premises to create a new Digital Enterprise Hub in the heart of our Independent Quarter.
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Council closing in on major restaurant deals at Old Town Hall
Oldham Council is closing in on major deals with two leading casual dining restaurant brands to open in its flagship Old Town Hall development.
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Make it your New Year's resolution - foster a teenager
New Year, new challenge? Oldham Council is asking residents to make a new year’s resolution that will change a young person’s life - fostering.
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Oldham Council awarded funding to tackle domestic violence
Oldham Council has today been given a share of a £3.5 million government grant to make sure that victims of domestic abuse get access to the support they need.
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Oldham to hold Michael Meacher Memorial Service
A celebration of the life of Michael Meacher, Honorary Freeman of the Borough and MP for Oldham West and Royton, is to be held next week.
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The Big Bang - All systems go for 'Out of this World' event
Oldham Council can confirm the final arrangements and running order for families attending ‘The Big Bang’ at Oldham Edge on Bonfire Night.
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Shaw Market set for permanent Market Street move
Oldham Council’s Licensing Panel has approved a report that would see Shaw Market remain on Market Street permanently.
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Four sentenced after sniffer dog finds illegal tobacco
Oldham Council’s Trading Standards has prosecuted four men who ran an illegal tobacco racket in Oldham town centre.
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Vandal chopped down healthy tree
Oldham Council is asking for witnesses to come forward after a vandal chopped down a perfectly healthy tree – leaving it blocking a road.
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Oldham Council saddened by death of Michael Meacher MP
Oldham Council is saddened to learn of the death of Michael Meacher – an Honorary Freeman of the Borough and MP for Oldham West and Royton.
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Borough to fall silent for Remembrance Day services
Oldham Council is honouring the fallen on Sunday, November 8.
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Oldham Council moves to secure 'At Risk' status to save historic buildings
Oldham Council is welcoming Historic England's agreement to place the Oldham Town Centre Conservation Area on its latest annual "at risk" register – published today (October 20).
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Shop sold alcohol without a licence
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted a shopkeeper for selling alcohol without a licence.
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Young people encouraged to know who their friends are as CSE campaign reaches one year mark
The young people of Greater Manchester are being urged to consider their friendships and think twice before they post images online with a week of education and activities starting today.
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Plaque recognises town centre craftsmanship
Oldham Council has recognised a local craftsmen whose work lights up one of the most famous rivers in the world.
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Cyclists and walkers boosted by canal towpath improvements
More and more cyclists and walkers are enjoying the Rochdale Canal thanks to work carried out by Oldham Council and its partners.
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Ten-week Shaw Market trial to start later this month
The ten-week trial of a new location for Shaw Market is set to start later this month.
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Have your say on budget proposals for 2016/17
Oldham Council has begun engagement with staff, residents and trade unions on proposals to make an estimated £30million in budget savings during 2016/17.
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Oldham Children's Services - 'requires improvement' - Ofsted
Oldham Council’s children’s services “requires improvement” – but independent inspectors say there are “no widespread or serious failures” which leave children “harmed or at serious risk of harm”.
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First Shaw and Crompton Community Market Place
Shaw and Crompton District Executive is inviting residents to have a say on local issues that matter to you.
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Oldham to mark anniversary of Srebrenica genocide
Oldham will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide with an event at Oldham Civic Centre.
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Oldham parents are on the ball
A ground-breaking parenting course – created by Action For Children, Oldham Council and Oldham Athletic Community Trust – is set to kick off in the borough.
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Council shows its support for Armed Forces Day
Oldham Council is backing Armed Forces Day on Saturday, June 27.
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Volunteers help clean up Clarksfield and Glodwick
Residents have joined Oldham Council staff to clear more than 10 tonnes of rubbish off the streets of Clarksfield and Glodwick – in just six hours.
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Oldham Council to webcast Local Election results on Friday, May 8
Oldham Council is set to webcast the results of its local elections live for the very first time.
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Interim Mayor of Greater Manchester - appointment process confirmed
Details of the appointment process for Greater Manchester’s interim mayor have been confirmed.
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Public notice withdrawn by Oldham Council
Oldham Council has withdrawn a Public Notice that was recently issued.
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Show you love where you live and clear up dog mess
Oldham Council is urging dog walkers to ‘Love Failsworth’ and clear up after their four-legged friends.
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Show you love where you live and take part in Community Clear Up Day
Oldham Council is taking part in Keep Britain Tidy’s ‘Community Clear Up Day’ – and we are urging residents to do their bit and get involved.
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Get your skates on and get yourself down to Coalshaw Green Park
Get your skates on and get down to the opening of a new state-of-the-art skate park in Chadderton.
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Bar owner fined for licence breaches
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted a bar owner for breaching licensing laws following an investigation by the Licensing Department.
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Council celebrates opening of The Primrose Bank Centre
Oldham Council has officially unveiled a new community centre on Primrose Bank.
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Council supports 75 Engineer Regiment open day
Oldham Council is proud to support an open day being held by the 75 Engineer Regiment 202 Field Squadron – holders of the title Honorary Freedom of the Borough.
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Bloom and Grow WOW bed moves to Dr Kershaw's
The centrepiece of Oldham Council’s Gold-award winning Bloom and Grow entry has become a welcome fixture in the grounds of Dr Kershaw’s Hospice.
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Prince's Gate at Oldham Mumps: Public consultation launched
Oldham Council is launching a public consultation on its proposals for the flagship Prince’s Gate at Oldham Mumps development.
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Supermarket chain Lidl set to bring store to Royton
Oldham Council and partners Dransfield Properties Limited are set to agree detailed terms with supermarket chain Lidl to build a food store in Royton.
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'Oldham Remembers' women in the First World War
As part of Oldham Council’s World War One commemorations a new project has been launched looking at ‘Oldham Women in World War One’.
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You don't even have to 'LEAF' your street to speak to us
Oldham Council is hitting the road and making it even easier for residents living in Coppice to let us know what issues matter to them.
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Oldham to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
Oldham will commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day with an event at Oldham Academy North.
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Council successfully obtains Criminal Behaviour Order against burglar
A burglar has been banned from riding a pedal bike under the terms of a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) successfully obtained by Oldham Council.
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Council leader and chief executive donate to Oldham Foodbank
Oldham Council’s Leader and Chief Executive have donated £350 to Oldham Foodbank.
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Young performers become Dementia Friends
Young members of Oldham Theatre Workshop are performing a powerful and emotional play to raise awareness of dementia.
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Oldham Remembers Christmas Eve flying bomb attack
Oldham Council is commemorating the 70th anniversary of one of the borough’s darkest days.
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Council Leader is sixth most influential in local government
The Leader of Oldham Council has been named as one of the most influential people in local government.
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Oldham Youth Council moves to the Civic
Oldham Youth Council is moving into a new home – highlighting its value to Oldham Council and further strengthening its working relationship with elected members and officers.
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Remembrance events in Oldham
Oldham Council is honouring the fallen on Sunday, November 9.
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Don't get sharked
Oldham Council is warning residents not to get bitten by a loan shark in the run up to Christmas.
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Oldham Remembers: Stories from Conflicts
Oldham Council is inviting residents to a poignant event at Oldham Library to commemorate the contribution local people have made to the war effort.
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Plans approved to expand Propps Hall Primary School
Work to boost the capacity of a Failsworth primary school has been given the green light by Oldham Council.
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Oldham hosts peace conference
Oldham Council has hosted a summit looking at how residents can help those suffering through conflict and prevent war damaging community relations in Britain.
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Have your say on £120,000 planned investment in Shaw Market
Residents and traders are being asked to have their say on Oldham Council’s plans to invest £120,000 in Shaw Market and help the district thrive.
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Join us and take part in World War 1 commemoration events
Oldham Council is encouraging residents to show their support and come along to a number of events marking the start of the First World War.
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Peace flag flies over the Civic Centre
An Oldham Peace Flag is now flying over the Civic Centre.
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Oldham delegation delivers Gaza petition
A delegation from Oldham has delivered a petition to 10 Downing Street calling for peace in Gaza.
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District Executive funds fight against crime
Saddleworth and Lees District Executive is doing its bit to tackle crime in the area.
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Call for peace in Gaza
Residents from across Oldham have joined forces with civic and community leaders to call for peace in Gaza.
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Prosecutions for blighting the borough
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted a number of people for not clearing up after themselves and blighting the borough.
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First Response service praised
Oldham Council’s First Response Service has been praised by the town’s top police officer for its support in making the borough safer.
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Residents urged to turn out the lights for WWI
Oldham Council is urging residents to turn out the lights to mark the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War.
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Cabinet considers boost to Shaw and Lees independent traders
Oldham Council is to consider extending a pioneering scheme – supporting new and existing independent traders – into Shaw and Lees district centres.
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Oldham Council: Enjoy the World Cup!
Oldham Council is doing its bit to help residents enjoy the FIFA World Cup which starts this week.
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Volunteers gather to celebrate their week
Oldham Council is celebrating the fantastic contribution hundreds of volunteers make across the borough.
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Funding secured for Coalshaw Green Skate Park
Oldham Council and its community partners have secured funding for a new skate park for Coalshaw Green Park.
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Be a winner with 'Love Your Local Market'
Oldham Council is celebrating the ‘Love Your Local Market’ campaign with a series of activities and promotions.
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Residents have one week left to register to vote
Oldham Council is reminding residents there is only one week left to ensure you are registered to take part in local elections on Thursday, May 22.
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Oldham's Spanish Civil War Memorial set to be unveiled
A memorial to remember and honour ten Oldham heroes who fought in the Spanish Civil War is set to be unveiled at a special commemoration ceremony on Saturday, April 26.
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'History Building Futures' - An artwork celebrating Old Town Hall's heritage
It’s ‘lights, camera, action’ at Oldham’s Old Town Hall – as the public takes a trip down memory lane about the historic civic landmark.
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Council prosecutes two for breaking the law
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted two people for breaches of legislation designed to protect residents.
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First independent traders awarded grant from £1m pot
Oldham Council has awarded the first-ever grant from its £1 million investment fund designed to attract traders to the town centre's new Independent Quarter.
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Oldham Athletic: Council leader hails North Stand steel
Oldham Athletic’s stadium regeneration is taking shape with the first steelwork now firmly in place on the Oldham Council-backed scheme.
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Young people benefit with new education club
Shaw Youth Centre has been awarded £3,000 to set up an after school homework club – the Chill Chat Snack Group.
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Adopt North West launches regional awareness campaign
Adopt North West – a collaboration between Oldham Council and 21 of the region’s local authorities – is launching a recruitment campaign today as part of the first ever North West adoption week.
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There is still time to slash your energy bills
Oldham Council is reminding residents there is just over a week left to sign up for an energy saving scheme which could help you slash your energy bills.
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Book of Remembrance goes online
Oldham Council is pleased to announce a Book of Remembrance listing those who have lost their lives in conflicts since 1939 is now available to view online.
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Chadderton District Youth Forum impress transport panel
Young Chadderton residents have wowed representatives from Transport for Greater Manchester and First Bus at a meeting about public transport in Oldham.
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Council continues to improve Churchill Playing Fields
Oldham Council is continuing to improve the facilities and drainage following the major refit of Churchill Playing Fields.
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Blog unearths secrets of WWI
Oldham Council is encouraging residents to log onto a new blog that has been set up to showcase a wealth of archive materials dating from World War I.
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New bespoke homes for Werneth on the horizon
Oldham Council is set to consider an exciting proposal for the construction of 37 new ‘custom-built’ homes for South Werneth.
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Cabinet to discuss plans to safeguard our pubs
Oldham Council will be asked to agree recommendations that aim to protect local pubs from closing while promoting them as community hubs.
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Oldham set to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2014
Oldham will mark Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) with a commemorative event on Wednesday, January 29.
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Sign up and you could slash your energy bills
Oldham Council is urging residents to sign up for an energy saving scheme which will give them a range of choices to help them slash their energy bills.
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Owners prosecuted for poor food hygiene and safety at takeaway
A food business has faced court action for food safety offences after poor standards were found during routine food hygiene inspections by Oldham Council’s Environmental Health Team.
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Piles of rubbish collected after borough-wide clean up
Oldham Council recently carried out a borough-wide clean-up of street waste left over from the festive period and New Year.
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Seven prosecuted for blighting the borough
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted a number of people for breaching environmental health laws and blighting the borough.
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Make 2014 a year to remember - adopt
Oldham Council’s Adoption Service is hoping residents will come forward as says there is a need for more 'forever families' across the Borough.
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Make it your new year's resolution...foster
Oldham Council is calling on people to make a new year’s resolution that will change a child or young person’s life by considering fostering.
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A Victorian Christmas shopping treat
Christmas shoppers will be transported back in time at Oldham Town Centre’s free Victorian Weekend this Saturday and Sunday (21 and 22 December).
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Independent review hails Oldham Council's 'remarkable transformation'
An Independent Review of Oldham Council published today hails a “remarkable transformation” that has seen it become “an ambitious and effective council”.
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Council to demolish Oasis Cafe
Oldham Council’s regeneration of the King Street area of the Town Centre is set to continue when demolition work starts on an empty property.
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Council implements new scrap metal laws
Oldham Council has successfully implemented new legislation governing scrap metal dealers.
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Bare Trees Primary has new secret ingredient: 'cooking with communities'
Dinner ladies from Oldham Council’s School’s Catering Service are handing out extra servings – for the parents of pupils at Bare Trees Primary School, Chadderton.
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Oldham Council: Christmas and New Year arrangements
Oldham Council is publicising details of restricted services during the Christmas and New Year period.
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Funding is available to make a real difference in your community
Oldham Council is inviting community groups and organisations to apply for £1,000 of funding to help improve the lives of the Borough’s young people.
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No cold calling zone set up in Hollinwood
Oldham Council has been instrumental in setting up a new No Cold Calling Zone (NCCZ) in an area of Hollinwood to protect residents from rogue traders and distraction burglars.
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Demolition to start on derelict council-owned buildings
Oldham Council’s regeneration of the Town Centre is set to continue when demolition work starts on a number of empty properties at Mumps.
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Cabinet set to discuss future delivery of youth services
Oldham Council is to consider plans to review its youth service to ensure a wider co-operative model of provision across the Borough.
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Council to discuss co-operative approach to assets use
Oldham Council is set to consider proposals which seek to ensure residents get the best use out of buildings, green spaces, property and land owned by the Local Authority.
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Oldham marks Remembrance Week 2013
Oldham Council is honouring the fallen during Remembrance Week 2013.
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Important buildings are in the frame
Oldham Council is inviting residents to have a peek through the keyhole at some of our most important and popular buildings.
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Final event arrangements for 'The Big Bang'
Oldham Council can reveal the final arrangements and running order when Oldham Edge hosts ‘The Big Bang’ on Bonfire Night.
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Fitton Hill memorial garden in tribute to kind-hearted teen
The Fitton Hill community will come together to remember a popular teenager at a tranquil space dedicated in his memory.
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Oldham Council sign Armed Forces Community Covenant
Oldham Council is strengthening its firm support for military families by signing the Armed Forces Community Covenant.
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'Business as usual' as Oldham Council plans for the future
Oldham Council is set to confirm interim arrangements paving the way for the selection of its next Chief Executive.
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Fixed penalty notices handed out in East Oldham
Oldham Council is taking firm action against those who think they can leave their waste in the street.
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Oldham Youth Council stick to their gums with new recycling bins
An innovative solution to chomp down on the sticky scourge of chewing gum on our streets has arrived in Oldham – thanks to local youth councillors.
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Restored War Memorial sculpture once again on display
Oldham Council is pleased to inform residents that the Town Centre’s War Memorial will once again be on display to the public from later on this week.
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Stay safe this summer - stay out of the water
Oldham Council is urging residents of all ages to stay safe this summer and avoid putting themselves at risk by cooling off in the many lakes, reservoirs and waterways in the Borough.
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Oldham Council and V.A.O Launch Co-operative Fund
Applications for community projects are now being accepted by the Co-operative Oldham Fund.
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Bloom and Grow: Private gardens competition
Oldham Council is set to launch the annual private gardens competition - as part of this year’s Bloom and Grow campaign.
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Oldham council set to sign Armed Forces Community Covenant
Oldham Council will mark Armed Forces Day on Saturday (June 29) by announcing that it plans to sign the Armed Forces Community Covenant.
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No cold calling zone for cul-de-sacs
Oldham Council has been instrumental in setting up a new No Cold Calling Zone (NCCZ) in Chadderton to protect vulnerable residents from rogue traders and distraction burglars.
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Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist to visit Oldham Council
Oldham Council is hosting a visit from a Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist this weekend.
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Council set to fly the Rainbow Flag
Oldham Council is set to proudly fly the Rainbow Flag to demonstrate its commitment to tackling homophobia, biphobia and transphobia across the Borough.
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Three residents failed to operate within the law
Oldham Council has successfully prosecuted three people for flouting environmental health laws.
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Oldham Council crowned 'Most Improved Council' 2012
Oldham Council has been crowned ‘Most Improved Council’ at the Local Government Chronicle Awards 2012
