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· Feb 13
Dedicated Latics Facebook group launched by The Oldham Times
🚨 Attention Oldham Athletic Fans! 🚨 The Oldham Times' coverage of Oldham Athletic has got bigger and better with the launch of our new…
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The Oldham Times' coverage of Oldham Athletic has got bigger and better with the launch of our new Facebook group: "Oldham Athletic News" - your ultimate hub for all things Latics!
'Quick decision' expected on next steps with Bee Network pensioner bus passes
'Quick decision' expected on next steps with Bee Network pensioner bus passes
Manchester mayor Andy Burnham aims to make a ‘quick decision’ on a rule affecting hundreds of thousands of Bee Network passengers.
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November 28, 2025 at 4:01 PM
'Quick decision' expected on next steps with Bee Network pensioner bus passes
Two car crashes take place on key Oldham road within the space of an hour
Two car crashes take place on key Oldham road within the space of an hour
Two separate car crashes happened within yards of each other on a major Oldham road on Thursday (November 27) night, one which left a man in hospital
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November 28, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Two car crashes take place on key Oldham road within the space of an hour
What will the new 'revamped' UK passport look like? Change coming December
What will the new 'revamped' UK passport look like? Change coming December
Passports issued with Queen Elizabeth II’s coat of arms remain valid until their expiry date.
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November 28, 2025 at 1:11 PM
What will the new 'revamped' UK passport look like? Change coming December
Budget a 'slap in the face' to disabled people told they can't have luxury
Budget a 'slap in the face' to disabled people told they can't have luxury
Chancellor Rachel Reeves removes high end cars from Motability Scheme in a move which makes people with disabilities feel like they are unworthy.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Budget a 'slap in the face' to disabled people told they can't have luxury
'Perfect' police dog retires from GMP after making more than 50 arrests
'Perfect' police dog retires from GMP after making more than 50 arrests
PD Jax, a German Shepherd with Greater Manchester Police, has retired after eight years of service
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November 28, 2025 at 12:14 PM
'Perfect' police dog retires from GMP after making more than 50 arrests
Review: Tina Turner musical in Manchester is simply spectacular
Review: Tina Turner musical in Manchester is simply spectacular
She was the undisputed Queen of Rock and Roll, a force of nature adored by millions.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Review: Tina Turner musical in Manchester is simply spectacular
Man hospitalised with 'potential back injury' after crash on key Oldham road
Man hospitalised with 'potential back injury' after crash on key Oldham road
A man was rescued from a car and taken to hospital as a two-car crash took place on a key Oldham road on Thursday (November 27) night
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November 28, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Man hospitalised with 'potential back injury' after crash on key Oldham road
Residents of Oldham street named as winners of People's Postcode Lottery
Residents of Oldham street named as winners of People's Postcode Lottery
Residents on an Oldham street are celebrating after their postcode was included in the People's Postcode Lottery yesterday (Thursday, November 27)
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November 28, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Residents of Oldham street named as winners of People's Postcode Lottery
Dangerous electric blankets recalled with ‘high risk’ of setting beds ablaze
Dangerous electric blankets recalled with ‘high risk’ of setting beds ablaze
Some electric blankets sold by Amazon are being urgently recalled as they present "a high risk of fire" as the plug does not meet UK safety standards.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Dangerous electric blankets recalled with ‘high risk’ of setting beds ablaze
Aldi Christmas 2025 opening hours confirmed as stores close for three days
Aldi Christmas 2025 opening hours confirmed as stores close for three days
Aldi has confirmed its Christmas 2025 opening hours, with stores open until 10pm on December 22 and 23, closing at 6pm on Christmas Eve, and closing fully on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Stores will reopen on December 27.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Aldi Christmas 2025 opening hours confirmed as stores close for three days
Woman in her 80s dies following crash between car and mobility scooter
Woman in her 80s dies following crash between car and mobility scooter
A woman in her 80s has died following a crash between a car and a mobility scooter the woman was riding
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November 28, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Woman in her 80s dies following crash between car and mobility scooter
EastEnders and Strictly stars to appear in Middleton Arena Christmas pantomime
EastEnders and Strictly stars to appear in Middleton Arena Christmas pantomime
Middleton Arena will host a star-studded production of Aladdin this Christmas, promising fun, laughter, and festive magic for all ages
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November 28, 2025 at 5:34 AM
EastEnders and Strictly stars to appear in Middleton Arena Christmas pantomime
New parking restrictions introduced across Oldham
New parking restrictions introduced across Oldham
Oldham Borough Council is set to enforce new parking restrictions, with changes to waiting rules on various roads across the area
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November 28, 2025 at 5:34 AM
New parking restrictions introduced across Oldham
Residents react to plans to build 300 homes at Prince's Gate
Residents react to plans to build 300 homes at Prince's Gate
Resident have had mixed reactions to the newly announced plans for 331 new homes in Oldham town centre.
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November 28, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Residents react to plans to build 300 homes at Prince's Gate
Parents fear for future of Autism Youth Club despite 'positive' meeting
Parents fear for future of Autism Youth Club despite 'positive' meeting
Parents of children attending Oldham's Autism Youth Club attended a consultation this week about the service's future
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November 28, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Parents fear for future of Autism Youth Club despite 'positive' meeting
How Oldham will benefit from lifting of the two-child benefit cap
How Oldham will benefit from lifting of the two-child benefit cap
Around 10,000 kids will benefit from the lifting of the two-child benefit cap in Oldham, according to the local authority
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November 28, 2025 at 5:34 AM
How Oldham will benefit from lifting of the two-child benefit cap
New 20mph speed limit to be enforced on these roads from today
New 20mph speed limit to be enforced on these roads from today
A new 20mph speed limit will be enforced on various roads in Dobcross, as set by Oldham Council
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November 28, 2025 at 5:34 AM
New 20mph speed limit to be enforced on these roads from today
Former pub opposite youth centre could be turned into 17-bed HMO and woman-only gym
Former pub opposite youth centre could be turned into 17-bed HMO and woman-only gym
A former pub in Oldham town centre could be turned into a huge HMO and woman-only gym
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November 28, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Former pub opposite youth centre could be turned into 17-bed HMO and woman-only gym
Oldham residents welcome latest plan for M&S store
Oldham residents welcome latest plan for M&S store
Oldham could be getting a new M&S store in the future, and residents are cautiously welcoming the prospect
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November 28, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Oldham residents welcome latest plan for M&S store
I'm a finance writer with 6 items in my Black Friday cart and 4 tips before you buy
I'm a finance writer with 6 items in my Black Friday cart and 4 tips before you buy
Black Friday is back, and it's bigger than ever, with deals across almost every sector.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:10 PM
I'm a finance writer with 6 items in my Black Friday cart and 4 tips before you buy
Popular restaurant shortlisted for national kebab award
Popular restaurant shortlisted for national kebab award
Istanblue in Royton has made the finals of the 2026 British Kebab Awards in the 'fine dining' category
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November 27, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Popular restaurant shortlisted for national kebab award
Households urged to leave vinegar in oven overnight during winter for one reason
Households urged to leave vinegar in oven overnight during winter for one reason
Brits have been urged to leave vinegar in oven overnight during winter for this one reason.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Households urged to leave vinegar in oven overnight during winter for one reason
Man arrested at airport in connection with 'appalling' synagogue terror attack
Man arrested at airport in connection with 'appalling' synagogue terror attack
A man was arrested at Manchester Airport earlier today in connection with last month’s horrific Crumpsall Synagogue attack, police say.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Man arrested at airport in connection with 'appalling' synagogue terror attack
Strictly Come Dancing star to take centre stage in new musical
Strictly Come Dancing star to take centre stage in new musical
Strictly Come Dancing star La Voix, also known as Christopher Dennis, will take on the role of Miss Hannigan in a new UK and Ireland tour of Annie
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November 27, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Strictly Come Dancing star to take centre stage in new musical
What does the budget mean for pensioners, and those approaching State Pension age?
What does the budget mean for pensioners, and those approaching State Pension age?
Rachel Reeves has announced a limit on how much people can pension pot before it incurs tax, but what does today's budget mean for those who are already claiming their pensions?
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November 27, 2025 at 11:31 AM
What does the budget mean for pensioners, and those approaching State Pension age?