Plans to convert a former Chadderton chippy into a seven-bed HMO next to a nursery have sparked 53 objections, with concerns over crime, safety, and anti-social behaviour. The developer promises high-quality housing for young professionals.
Oldham council is moving forward with £1m plans to buy and demolish Harry's Bar, a rare interwar pub, despite MP Jim McMahon's calls to protect the heritage building.
Ruger Fjord in Oldham closed on its first day due to overwhelming demand. Now reopening with a new booking system, it is fully booked through November after 15,000 website visits in the first hour.
First Choice Homes Oldham terminates contract with Robwood Construction after over two-year delay on 30 affordable apartments on Shaw Street, citing poor contractor performance.
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An 18-year-old worker suffered serious leg fractures when his foot slipped into unguarded machinery at a clinical waste company in Oldham. The firm was fined £300,150.
Ramon Logan, 42, died on June 30, 2026, two years after being assaulted by Sebastian Jones, who was jailed for seven years. GMP has reopened a murder investigation.
Greater Manchester Police are urgently appealing for help to find Ajay, a missing person from Oldham, last seen wearing a black hoodie, black t-shirt and black joggers.
A 29-year-old man was stabbed in Royton, Oldham, early Sunday. Police have cordoned off the car park outside Co-op and Hays Travel, and no arrests have been made.
An 80-year-old woman was struck by an air gun pellet fired from a passing car near a Wetherspoons pub in Shaw, Oldham. Police are investigating.
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Oldham Council condemned 'vile' and 'racist' comments after Hassan Ali Jabbar was named youth mayor, calling out a 'wave of hateful abuse' and stating perpetrators 'should be ashamed'.
Fire crews are tackling a large warehouse blaze in Oldham, with plumes of black smoke visible. No casualties reported yet; investigation ongoing.
A sinkhole appeared on Rutland Street in Oldham on June 24, 2026, during a heatwave. Residents report the road is cracking and the footpath sinking, but no repairs have been made despite reports to the council and United Utilities.
Residents fled a house fire in Oldham on June 24. Six fire engines and police responded to the blaze on Harewood Drive, Royton. Occupants evacuated before crews arrived; fire scaled down by 9pm.
Residents near Glodwick Lows in Oldham are urged to avoid the area after a large building fire sent thick black smoke billowing. Five fire engines responded, and crews remain damping down hotspots.
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A massive fire in Oldham's Glodwick Lows area sends thick black smoke visible for miles. Emergency services are at the scene near Roundthorn Road, with updates expected from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.
Social services in Oldham face serious questions after baby Preston Davey was handed to abusive adoptive parents, sexually abused and murdered. The children's commissioner calls it a state safeguarding failure.
Leo McKinstry questions whether fears of homophobia accusations prevented authorities from saving Preston Davey, who died with 40 injuries despite being seen by medical staff.
Preston Davey was murdered by his adoptive parents. His birth mother, Sarah Davey, a convicted killer, fought to stop the adoption. The abusers were sentenced.
Preston Davey, a 13-month-old who thrived with foster parents, was murdered. His killers are jailed; his family remembers his joyful smile.
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Theresa Wheelhouse, 68, from Oldham, died after entering the sea at Rossall Beach to rescue her pet dog. Her partner survived and is recovering. An inquest is set for October.
Sarah Davey, once jailed for murder as a teen, shares her torment after her baby Preston was killed by adoptive parents Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley.
Preston Davey, born to teen murderer Sarah Davey, was removed from her care and adopted by abusers Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley, leading to his death at 13 months.
Preston Davey, born to a mother jailed for murder as a teen, was tragically killed by his adoptive parents, Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley. A heartbreaking story of neglect and abuse.
A 'petrified' kitten was found dumped in a dustbin behind a restaurant in Oldham. RSPCA rescuers are caring for the exhausted and hungry animal.
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Organico, a bee-themed business in Oldham, was shocked when 3,000 bees swarmed their entrance. A beekeeper safely rehomed the bees, which temporarily halted operations.
Oldham councillors have two weeks to elect a leader or face potential legal breach, as monitoring officer warns of unlawful operation and risk of government intervention.
Oldham Council remains deadlocked after a 30-minute meeting failed to elect a leader, with councillors watching England play instead. The authority faces risk of expensive commissioners being appointed.
Oldham Council remains without political leadership after nearly two months of stalemate, with Labour, Reform UK, and an alliance of smaller parties unable to agree on who should run the borough. A third meeting is set for July 1.
Oldham Council chief executive Shelley Kipling says the political deadlock is 'unprecedented', but bin collections and other services continue as normal. No budget decisions expected until new leadership is formed.
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Oldham council remains deadlocked after Reform UK's bid to lead failed, leaving the borough without a leader six weeks after local elections.
