Town centre car park charges return – still free for on duty NHS staff
Following the latest government announcement encouraging people back into work Oldham Council is making changes to our town centre car parking charges.
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Oldham virtually celebrates VE Day anniversary
Despite being in lockdown Oldham Council is still commemorating the 75th anniversary of VE Day with various virtual activities.
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Oldham's market traders offer help during Coronavirus outbreak
With residents needing supplies amid the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, Oldham’s market traders are showcasing the true meaning of community spirit by offering home delivery services to those in need.
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Explore the last works of Henri Matisse at Gallery Oldham
Gallery Oldham is delighted to announce it is to showcase an exhibition featuring the last works of Henri Matisse.
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A unique theatre show comes to Oldham Library
Oldham Library popular live@thelibrary programme is set to bring a unique solo performance combining live music with storytelling and projected images to Oldham.
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Rock Against Racism with Gallery Oldham
Gallery Oldham is set to host an exhibition about an intriguing period in British post-war history.
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The Mystery of the Raddlesham Mumps comes to Oldham Library
Murray Lachlan Young will be showing his family theatre show and Virtual Reality experience, The Mystery of the Raddlesham Mumps, on Saturday 29 February, at Oldham Library.
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£306 million investment strategy set to be approved by Oldham Council
An ambitious plan to transform Oldham, including creating more than 2,000 new homes in the town centre, 1,000 new jobs and 100 apprenticeship opportunities, is set to be approved by Oldham Council.
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New Alexandra Park Eco Centre plans revealed
We’re set to submit our exciting proposals to build a multi-million-pound environmental centre of excellence.
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Last minute shoppers reminded to shop local this Christmas
Still need to do a bit of last-minute Christmas shopping?
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Immerse yourself in sound at Gallery Oldham
You’re invited to Gallery Oldham to explore their new, immersive exhibition, ‘Sounds Like Her’, from Saturday 14 December 2019 until Monday 7 March 2020.
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Festive tunes to entertain Oldham this Christmas
Enjoy traditional music and funky festive sounds at our spectacular annual brass band festival in Oldham town centre this Christmas.
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Children’s poet and author Joseph Coelho signs up to Oldham Library service
As part of his challenge to join every library authority in the UK, poet and author Joseph Coelho has visited Oldham Library to sign up and receive his library card.
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Oldham's market traders recreate Bushtucker Trials
Reckon you’ve got what it takes to attempt those gruesome Bushtucker Trials on ITV’s hit show ‘I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!’?
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Be prepared for Christmas pandemonium at Gallery Oldham
Gallery Oldham is inviting you to enjoy ‘Christmas Pandemonium’ on Thursday 5 December from 7pm.
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Festivities continue in Oldham with Christmas lights switch-on
Get ready to enjoy a spectacular evening of festive entertainment as we prepare to switch-on Oldham’s Christmas lights this weekend.
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You’re invited to celebrate plans for OMA – Oldham’s new Heritage and Arts centre
Gallery Oldham is inviting Oldham residents and visitors from beyond to celebrate our plans for OMA – Oldham’s new Heritage and Arts Centre – and the National Lottery’s 25th birthday.
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Oldham
With everything ‘yule’ need this Christmas on your doorstep, there’s no better place to be than Oldham at the most wonderful time of year.
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Oldham urged to stay safe on Bonfire Night
As we look ahead to Oldham’s Big Bang Bonfire event next week, residents are being urged to stay safe during Bonfire Night and attend the official display.
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Oldhamers – have your say on how buses are run in your local area
Whether you use them for work, shopping or to see friends and family – buses are a vital part of everyday life and the public transport network.
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Oldham Youth Orchestra achievements recognised with invitation to play at the Royal Albert Hall
In a fantastic coup for Oldham, the Music Centre’s Youth Orchestra has been selected to perform at the Music for Youth Prom at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday 13 November 2019.
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Work set to start on the new arts and heritage centre after selection of contractor
Work to transform a former Oldham library building into a new state of the art, arts and heritage centre is a step closer following the appointment of the lead contractor.
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Oldham's Big Bang Bonfire reaches for the stars
Relive the epic story of the world-renowned Apollo 11 moon landing during this year’s Big Bang Bonfire – one of Oldham’s biggest, loudest and most colourful events of the year.
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Explore paper in a new light with a new touring exhibition at Gallery Oldham
Gallery Oldham is inviting you to see paper in a new light with a new touring exhibition from the Arts Council Collection.
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Oldham libraries celebrate receiving more than one million visitors
Oldham Council Libraries Service is celebrating after it was revealed more than one million visitors walked through their doors between 2018 and 2019.
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Help Gallery Oldham find missing Peterloo banner
Gallery Oldham need some help to locate a missing banner from the Peterloo massacre.
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Oldham Council announces £100k boost for local youngsters
Youth services across Oldham are to receive a £100,000 boost, creating new opportunities and support for young people in the borough.
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Celebrate five years of Get Oldham Growing
Get Oldham Growing is set to celebrate its major successes and achievements with a new exhibition at Gallery Oldham.
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The Spirit of Manchester Award set to visit Oldham Libraries
The Spirit of Manchester Award is coming to Oldham on a special Greater Manchester tour on Monday 8 July 2019.
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'The Wandering Poet' set to visit Oldham Library as part of live @ the library
Lancaster-based poet Benjamin Guilfoyle is lacing up his walking boots for an epic 125-mile hike from Lancaster to Brighouse for his first big poetry tour for charity.
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Gallery Oldham marks 200 years since the Peterloo Massacre with new exhibition: 'From Waterloo to Peterloo'
Gallery Oldham’s newest exhibition, ‘From Waterloo to Peterloo’ explores the many stories linking Oldham and its people with the historic events of Peterloo.
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Artists, don't miss out on The Oldham Open 2019 at Gallery Oldham
Gallery Oldham invites you to show your artwork as part of an exciting exhibition taking place in September.
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Oldham backs national campaign to promote good oral health
Oldham Council is encouraging residents to do their bit and take part in National Smile Month (Monday 13 May and Thursday 13 June).
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A triple 'whammy' for Oldham Council's Music Centre groups
Talented pupils from Oldham’s Music Centre are celebrating thre‘e-major’ successes.
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Discover your local area as part of the Greater Manchester Walking Festival
Oldham Council is inviting you to step out into the great outdoors and discover walks in your local area as part of the annual Greater Manchester Walking Festival.
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A year of suffrage celebrations
International Women’s Day on 8 March is a time to celebrate the achievements of women, past and present, from around the globe.
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New Gallery Oldham exhibition 'You Get Me?' explores race and cultural difference
Gallery Oldham is set to launch a new exhibition ‘You Get Me?’ by artist Mahtab Hussain on Saturday 9 March 2019.
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Oldham Library invites you to join their political party
No it’s not a green, red, yellow or a blue party. It’s Luca Rutherford’s party and she wants you to knock on and let yourself in.
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Gallery Oldham set to launch 'William Stott of Oldham: Great Painters are Rare'
Gallery Oldham is set to launch a new exhibition, ‘William Stott of Oldham: Great Painters Are Rare’ on Saturday 26 January 2019.
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Internationally-acclaimed artist to visit Gallery Oldham
Internationally-acclaimed artist Titus Agbara is visiting Gallery Oldham to give a talk about his career and what motivates him.
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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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Join in Oldham Pride 2015
The town centre is going to be rainbow coloured as Oldham Pride returns this weekend.
