A groundbreaking report reveals that temporary accommodation in England is psychologically excruciating for neurodivergent children, with conditions described as a form of child cruelty and torture.
A 15-year-old boy struggling with mental health was found dead at home in Oldham. The inquest heard of missed opportunities and systemic failures in his care. Read the full story.
Frank Rothwell, Oldham Athletic owner, used his OBE ceremony to ask the Prince of Wales for a royal garden party and unveil plans for a 20m 'Oldham embryo' statue to boost the town. Read his ambitious vision.
A Greater Manchester primary school's plan to prioritise children based on church attendance quotas for 2027 intake has divided opinion. Read the full details and have your say before the consultation closes.
A new national inquiry will probe how authorities in Oldham failed child grooming victims, examining the role of ethnicity and culture in the flawed response. Read the full investigation.
Exclusive: A grooming gang suspect, ignored by Greater Manchester Police, later tried to kill his wife. Forensic evidence was destroyed, halting justice for a 12-year-old victim.
Jim Cartwright's 'A Christmas Fair' delights at Oldham Coliseum. Read our review of this poignant, community-focused festive production running until 4 January.
Police name 78-year-old woman killed in a car park collision at Asda in Shaw, Oldham, and launch an urgent witness appeal. Read the latest details.
A 78-year-old woman has died after being struck by a Peugeot Expert van in an Asda car park in Shaw, Oldham. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Thursday evening. Follow for the latest updates.
As Cuffs hits Netflix, discover the story of star Alex Carter, his famous brother in band The Whip, and his journey from Emmerdale to the cancelled BBC drama.
Actress Olivia Cooke shares her battle with panic attacks, OCD, and industry pressures on body image. Read her powerful story of resilience and her latest role in 'The Girlfriend'.
Police deploy extra officers after major disorder involving over 100 youths fighting and throwing fireworks in Oldham town centre. A dispersal order is now in force.
A man has tragically died after a fire ripped through a home in Royton, Oldham. Emergency services rushed to the scene early on December 3rd. Read the latest updates.
A British widow is demanding answers after her husband died on a Cyprus holiday and his body was repatriated to the UK without his heart, preventing a UK coroner from determining the cause of death.
A British widow is demanding answers after discovering her husband's heart was secretly removed by doctors in Cyprus. Read the shocking details of the family's ordeal.
Jeff Cantwell, 79, from Oldham, was killed in The Gambia after a brutal mugging. His family is raising funds to repatriate his body. Read his tragic story.
PC Anthony Spence faced down a suspect threatening 'Do you want to die?' in Oldham. Watch the full video of this brave police confrontation.
Unfounded social media rumours of a pupil with a knife caused panic among parents at Saddleworth School. Police confirmed there was no threat. Read how misinformation spread.
Jemma Marshall appeared to be a normal working mum in Shaw, but her secret drug addiction led to a manslaughter conviction. Read the full shocking story.
Storm Claudia batters the UK with 70mph winds, causing trees to collapse onto homes in Oldham and Cheshire, widespread transport disruption, and Amber flood warnings. Read the latest updates.
Albion Farm Shop in Oldham implements strict phone silence policy after mother becomes abusive when asked to use headphones. Discover how businesses tackle noise pollution.
A 10-year-old boy in Oldham developed scurvy, an Elizabethan disease, after severe neglect. A report reveals 38 missed warnings from his school. Read the shocking details.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes and wife Claire have sold their stunning £3.85m Oldham estate, marking a significant property transition for the football icon after nearly two decades.
The miraculous discovery of a British boy, missing for six years after a family holiday to Spain turned into an abduction, stuns authorities. His grandmother and grandfather are now the focus of an international investigation.
Fire crews are using explosive charges to combat a significant wildfire on Saddleworth Moor, West Yorkshire, with smoke visible for miles. Authorities advise residents to keep windows closed.
Former Labour councillor Aftab Hussain, who earned £42k a year, has been sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a young girl while already on bail for similar offences. Read the shocking details of the case and the judge's scathing remarks.
A woman has tragically lost her life after an incident at Strinesdale Reservoir, with emergency services rushing to the scene. Authorities urge caution around open water.
Habibur Masum showed no emotion as he was convicted for the horrific murder of a newborn baby in Oldham. Read the full story of this disturbing case.
A man subjected his wife to horrific abuse, including forcing her to eat from a dog bowl. The shocking details emerged in court as he was sentenced.