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A protest at a site in the borough over IX Wireless works (Picture: Facebook)

Planning and development

IX Wireless installations suspended over ‘unsafe practices’ after backlash

The fireworks display last year

The fireworks display last year

Big Bang Bonfire replaced by town centre event

Jessica Verbruggan was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court earlier this year

Jessica Verbruggan was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court earlier this year

Greater Manchester Police (GMP)

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Former police officer from Oldham made false reports to hide partner's crimes

Plans to turn the former Murphy's Bar into a 7-bed HMO have been approved

Plans to turn the former Murphy's Bar into a 7-bed HMO have been approved

Planning and development

Plans approved to make former pub into seven-bed HMO

The Oldham Academy North's nominations include Most Inspirational Secondary School

The Oldham Academy North's nominations include Most Inspirational Secondary School

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Oldham academy nominated for two awards at education awards ceremony

Saddleworth Language School was crowned Oldham's 'Start-up of the Year'

Saddleworth Language School was crowned Oldham's 'Start-up of the Year'

Oldham business

Saddleworth teacher 'thrilled' as language school recognised with top award

The former transport depot off Greenhill Road in Middleton (Picture: Rochdale Council/J Walker Homes)

The former transport depot off Greenhill Road in Middleton (Picture: Rochdale Council/J Walker Homes)

Planning and development

Housing development to replace former transport depot

Shocking CCTV shows girls 'knock' on Oldham home and 'fight' residents in the street

An appeal has been launched after a man in his 70s died after being hit by a car

An appeal has been launched after a man in his 70s died after being hit by a car

Daughter's appeal as dad dies after being hit by car

The temporary lights are causing a headache in Royton

The temporary lights are causing a headache in Royton

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Oldhamers say temporary traffic lights have become a 'royal pain in the backside'

The plans have been widely condemned

The plans have been widely condemned

Thousands of Oldham pensioners could be affected by winter fuel payment cuts

Under Lane and Old Kiln Lane

Under Lane and Old Kiln Lane

Road plans that have ‘divided community’ approved

Knives (Picture: Joe Giddens/PA)

Knives (Picture: Joe Giddens/PA)

GMP seized machete and 39 knives from schools last year in ‘epidemic’

Local government

Rochdale to have its 4th election of year after Middleton councillor’s removal

News

The price of first class stamps will increase to £1.65 on October 7 while second class stamps will remain at 85p.

The price of first class stamps will increase to £1.65 on October 7 while second class stamps will remain at 85p.

Royal Mail warning of another stamp price increase next week

Fast food chain McDonald's has confirmed to fans that after 10 years the McRib is returning.

Fast food chain McDonald's has confirmed to fans that after 10 years the McRib is returning.

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McDonald's confirms the McRib is returning to menus after a 10 year wait

Did you used to watch Bullseye?

Did you used to watch Bullseye?

Freddie Flintoff

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Freddie Flintoff to host one-off ITV reboot of legendary 1980s game show

He urged anyone with concerning symptoms to consult a GP immediately.

He urged anyone with concerning symptoms to consult a GP immediately.

NHS doctor issues urgent 'hot vomit' mould warning as temperatures plummet

Police on Pear Avenue in Bury following the incident last year

Police on Pear Avenue in Bury following the incident last year

Man found guilty of murder after killing his mum at their shared flat

Blue Man Group - Bluevolution

Blue Man Group - Bluevolution

Paint, percussion and performance art from Blue Man Group at Lowry

The M602 (Picture: Google Maps)

The M602 (Picture: Google Maps)

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Motorway's 60mph speed limit to be lifted after four years

A dentist has warned using a hard toothbrush to clean retainers or Invisalign braces can be harmful

A dentist has warned using a hard toothbrush to clean retainers or Invisalign braces can be harmful

Dentist issues warning over common habit that could give you gum disease

Rats and mice can be active throughout the day and night

Rats and mice can be active throughout the day and night

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When are rats and mice most active? How living near humans affects their plans

Major delays of more than an hour for motorists following crash on M62

Major delays of more than an hour for motorists following crash on M62

Recap: Major delays of more than an hour for motorists following crash on M62

Oldham's police has seen an improvement in statistics from last year

Oldham's police has seen an improvement in statistics from last year

'Back to basics' approach sees drop in crime and more cases solved in Oldham

Wood has served diners for seven years

Wood has served diners for seven years

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Oldham chef announces sudden closure of Manchester city centre restaurant

Lee Street, where the incident happened

Lee Street, where the incident happened

Second man charged with kidnapping and assaulting 87-year-old man in Oldham

The cafe is opening a pizzeria in Greenfield

The cafe is opening a pizzeria in Greenfield

Greenfield, Saddleworth

Award-winning coffeehouse announces new pizzeria and cafe

Littlemoor Primary School has been rated 'requires improvement'

Littlemoor Primary School has been rated 'requires improvement'

'Vibrant' Oldham primary school told to improve by Ofsted

Several smaller fights also broke out

Several smaller fights also broke out

'Water fight' sparks mass brawl at Oldham school

Mr Giles considers himself an Oldhamer after all his time and work in the borough

Mr Giles considers himself an Oldhamer after all his time and work in the borough

Children are 'happy to learn' at Oldham school thanks to work of principal

Shaw Asda has been reinspected after being given a two star food hygiene rating.

Shaw Asda has been reinspected after being given a two star food hygiene rating.

Why Oldham Asda was given poor hygiene score as it turns around rating

There will be 10 filters and 10 backgrounds to choose from as part of the new WhatsApp feature

There will be 10 filters and 10 backgrounds to choose from as part of the new WhatsApp feature

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WhatsApp reveals 'fun and expressive' change coming to all phones soon

Updates as key Oldham road closed following reports of crash

Updates as key Oldham road closed following reports of crash

Recap as key Oldham road closed following crash between two cars

Police said the 87-year-old victim was walking home when he was allegedly bundled into a car and blindfolded

Police said the 87-year-old victim was walking home when he was allegedly bundled into a car and blindfolded

Third man arrested over attack on 87-year-old

Bruce Springsteen (Picture: Rob DeMartin)

Bruce Springsteen (Picture: Rob DeMartin)

Co-op Live dates announced for Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band

Oldham host Solihull Moors on Saturday

Oldham host Solihull Moors on Saturday

Oldham Athletic FC

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Latics offering free tickets to teachers to celebrate National Teacher's Day

The Museum of Illusions has opened its doors in Manchester

The Museum of Illusions has opened its doors in Manchester

Cultural attractions

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Museum with amazing illusions where visitors can take mind-bending photos now open

Latics latest

Hobson injury highlights pitfalls of new cup competition for Latics

Long Distance Latic: Oldham showed a more gritty side to their game at Ebbsfleet

Latics defender set for scan after suffering injury in National League Cup win

RECAP: Latics 2, Stoke City U21s 1

How Latics boss Mellon is looking to use new National League Cup competition

Latics offering free tickets to teachers to celebrate National Teacher's Day

Sport

Awards winners (from left to right): Phoenix Laulu-Togaga'e, Sam Doyle, George Riley, Matty Wildie Picture: Jane Henthorn

Matty is the main man on a night to honour title winners

Adam Milner, Roughyeds new signing Picture: Kasey Smith

Adam Milner, Roughyeds new signing Picture: Kasey Smith

Milner aiming to bring success to Roughyeds

Alex Reid scored his first goal in almost a year

Alex Reid scored his first goal in almost a year

Oldham Athletic FC

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Hobson injury highlights pitfalls of new cup competition for Latics

Otis Khan scored the winner on his full debut

Otis Khan scored the winner on his full debut

Oldham Athletic FC

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Long Distance Latic: Oldham showed a more gritty side to their game at Ebbsfleet

Shaun Hobson suffered an injury in the National League Cup game against Stoke City U21s

Shaun Hobson suffered an injury in the National League Cup game against Stoke City U21s

Oldham Athletic FC

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Latics defender set for scan after suffering injury in National League Cup win

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National Sport

John Souttar is looking for a Rangers reaction on Sunday (Andrew Milligan/PA)

John Souttar is looking for a Rangers reaction on Sunday (Andrew Milligan/PA)

John Souttar urges Rangers to quickly draw a line under Lyon thrashing

Preston striker Milutin Osmajic (third right) has received an eight-match ban for biting Blackburn defender Owen Beck (Nick Potts/PA)

Preston striker Milutin Osmajic (third right) has received an eight-match ban for biting Blackburn defender Owen Beck (Nick Potts/PA)

Preston’s Milutin Osmajic given eight-match ban for biting Blackburn’s Owen Beck

Newcastle boss Edde Howe has admitted it would feel like a “betrayal” to leave St James’ Park (Mike Egerton/PA)

Newcastle boss Edde Howe has admitted it would feel like a “betrayal” to leave St James’ Park (Mike Egerton/PA)

Eddie Howe: Newcastle leaving St James’ Park would feel like a betrayal

Leigh’s Gareth O’Brien is determined to add another exciting chapter to his career (Martin Rickett/PA)

Leigh’s Gareth O’Brien is determined to add another exciting chapter to his career (Martin Rickett/PA)

Gareth O’Brien prepared to play starring role for Leigh against Wigan

Ben Stokes is a doubt for the series opener against Pakistan (AP Photo/Anjum Naveed)

Ben Stokes is a doubt for the series opener against Pakistan (AP Photo/Anjum Naveed)

England unsure if Ben Stokes will be fit for Test series opener in Pakistan

Mikey Moore applauds the Tottenham fans at Ferencvaros (AP Photo/Denes Erdos/PA)

Mikey Moore applauds the Tottenham fans at Ferencvaros (AP Photo/Denes Erdos/PA)

Mikey Moore the merrier after impressing on his full debut for Tottenham

Erik ten Hag saw Manchester United throw away a 2-0 lead in Portugal (Luis Vieira/AP).

Erik ten Hag saw Manchester United throw away a 2-0 lead in Portugal (Luis Vieira/AP).

Erik ten Hag bemoans defensive lapses as Man United waste flying start in Porto

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National News

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer gives a speech (PA)

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer gives a speech (PA)

Cabinet ministers don’t need to repay gifts, Sir Keir Starmer says

Health Secretary Wes Streeting was addressing family doctors at the Royal College of GPs annual conference in Liverpool on Friday (PA)

Health Secretary Wes Streeting was addressing family doctors at the Royal College of GPs annual conference in Liverpool on Friday (PA)

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Women with ‘worrying’ breast lumps to be referred directly to specialist clinics

Flooded houses after heavy rain in the village of Luke, near the Bosnian town of Fojnica, 50km west of Sarajevo, Bosnia (Robert Oroz/AP)

Flooded houses after heavy rain in the village of Luke, near the Bosnian town of Fojnica, 50km west of Sarajevo, Bosnia (Robert Oroz/AP)

14 people killed as rainstorm sparks heavy floods in large parts of Bosnia

Hannah and Mike Lynch who died after the luxury yacht Bayesian sank off the coast of Sicily (Family photo/PA)

Hannah and Mike Lynch who died after the luxury yacht Bayesian sank off the coast of Sicily (Family photo/PA)

Mike Lynch drowned and deaths of three others under investigation – inquest

The France-based firm entered formal not guilty pleas via its barrister Birmingham Magistrates’ Court (PA)

The France-based firm entered formal not guilty pleas via its barrister Birmingham Magistrates’ Court (PA)

Football-themed website pleads not guilty to gambling law offences

Demand for new diesel cars is growing faster than for pure battery electrics, preliminary figures show (Niall Carson/PA)

Demand for new diesel cars is growing faster than for pure battery electrics, preliminary figures show (Niall Carson/PA)

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Private demand for new diesel cars growing faster than for EVs

The Duchess of Edinburgh said World Sight Day ‘is a reminder to all of us to take care of our eyes’ (BBC/Guy Levy/PA)

The Duchess of Edinburgh said World Sight Day ‘is a reminder to all of us to take care of our eyes’ (BBC/Guy Levy/PA)

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Duchess of Edinburgh to read bedtime story on CBeebies for World Sight Day

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