By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter CLAIRE Reid recently made the decision to quit her role representing the Denton…
Tameside councillor has resigned, but there won’t be a by-election to replace her.
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Award for Tameside entrepreneur who transformed her life and business
AN ENTREPRENEUR from Tameside who has overcome a series of challenges has been recognised on a national stage. For Kerry…
Award for Tameside entrepreneur who transformed her life and business
Warm front for Audenshaw’s Guide Bridge Theatre
AN AUDENSHAW theatre is looking forward to providing a warmer welcome thanks to a vital grant. Guide Bridge, on Audenshaw…
Warm front for Audenshaw’s Guide Bridge Theatre
Concerns over plan to use former Hyde Nursing Home as mental health unit
PEOPLE living in Hyde have raised concerns over plans to convert a now former nursing home into a centre where…
Concerns over plan to use former Hyde Nursing Home as mental health unit
Tameside counselling service receives prestigious King’s Award
A counselling organisation which supports Tameside residents has been honoured with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service. Side by Side Counselling was one of 231…
Tameside counselling service receives prestigious King’s Award
Transformational donation set to improve women’s health services at Tameside Hospital
WOMEN’S health services at Tameside Hospital are set for a significant upgrade following a £165,000 donation from the League of…
Transformational donation set to improve women’s health services at Tameside Hospital
Nightclub boss fined for dumping waste in Stalybridge
THE OWNER of a Stalybridge nightclub has been ordered to pay £3840 after failing to dispose of business waste correctly.…
Nightclub boss fined for dumping waste in Stalybridge
Woman seriously injured in Hyde hit-and-run
A WOMAN in her 40s is fighting for her life after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run in…
Woman seriously injured in Hyde hit-and-run
MP Rayner drops in on Droylsden classrooms in UK Parliament Week
INQUISITIVE students in Droylsden had the chance to quiz their local MP during this year’s UK Parliament Week. Ashton-under-Lyne MP…
MP Rayner drops in on Droylsden classrooms in UK Parliament Week
Audenshaw paedophile jailed for 10 years
A PAEDOPHILE from Audenshaw who used fake online profiles to groom and sexually assault teenage girls has been jailed for…
Audenshaw paedophile jailed for 10 years
Tameside councillor resigns – leaving council seat vacant
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter A Tameside councillor embroiled in the ‘Trigger Me Timbers’ WhatsApp scandal has resigned. …
Tameside councillor resigns – leaving council seat vacant
Tameside Council’s community cabinet sessions praised as unused community centre set for revival
CABINET In the Community sessions have been hailed as a game changer for Tameside Council. Executive members hold events across…
Tameside Council’s community cabinet sessions praised as unused community centre set for revival
Audenshaw theatre now more accessible following ‘significant’ grant
THEATREGOERS in Audenshaw can now access performances much more easily after a grant funded accessible entrance doors. Guide Bridge Theatre,…
Audenshaw theatre now more accessible following ‘significant’ grant
Tameside’s former police chief barred over unsolicited photos
THE MAN formerly in charge of policing in Tameside has departed the force in shame after sending a female colleague…
Tameside’s former police chief barred over unsolicited photos
Tameside Council leader hits back at complaints over Neighbourhood Board make-up
TAMESIDE Council’s leader has hit back at complaints over the make-up of the board managing Ashton-under-Lyne’s future. Cllr Kaleel Khan…
Tameside Council leader hits back at complaints over Neighbourhood Board make-up
Huge Droylsden cannabis farm discovered
POLICE have uncovered a huge cannabis farm worth more than £2 million in Droylsden. Officers raided a property on Ash…
Huge Droylsden cannabis farm discovered
Historic Ashton shopping arcade under new ownership after HMO concerns
A HISTORIC shopping arcade in Ashton-under-Lyne is under new ownership – the ‘people of Tameside.’ And ideas are being sought…
Historic Ashton shopping arcade under new ownership after HMO concerns
Tameside recognised for progress on active travel initiatives
Tameside Council has been shortlisted for the Most Improved Council award at the upcoming Walk Ride GM Awards, reflecting significant…
Tameside recognised for progress on active travel initiatives
Hyde shop shut down after nearly 28,000 illegal cigarettes seized
A HYDE convenience store with a long record of selling illegal tobacco and vapes has been forced to close after…
Hyde shop shut down after nearly 28,000 illegal cigarettes seized
Tameside Hospital unveils £1.5m MRI suite designed to calm nerves
TAMESIDE Hospital has opened its revamped £1.5 million MRI scanner suite – and it’s a far cry from the bare,…
Tameside Hospital unveils £1.5m MRI suite designed to calm nerves
Tameside Council says jobs and services will not be cut, despite need for savings
By George Lythgoe, Local Democracy Reporting Service TAMESIDE Council insists jobs and services will not be cut, despite still needing…
Tameside Council says jobs and services will not be cut, despite need for savings
A Look At The Social Side Of Online Games
Online games aren’t just about scoring points or beating levels. They’ve become places where people hang out, chat, and make…
A Look At The Social Side Of Online Games
Ashton market square regeneration progresses as new kiosks arrive
The regeneration of Ashton-under-Lyne’s Market Square has reached a key stage as the first new market kiosks have been delivered…
Ashton market square regeneration progresses as new kiosks arrive
Tameside & Glossop NHS charity wins Swizzels grant to create calming garden sanctuary
Tameside & Glossop NHS Charity has been named one of seven national winners of The Great Community Refresh, a UK-wide…
Tameside & Glossop NHS charity wins Swizzels grant to create calming garden sanctuary
Spot checks carried out to keep Tameside’s night-time venues safe
Spot safety checks were carried out at pubs and bars across Tameside in the run-up to the busy festive season.…
Spot checks carried out to keep Tameside’s night-time venues safe
Tameside’s Reform UK chair convicted of drink driving
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter The chair of the Reform UK in Tameside has been banned from the…
Tameside’s Reform UK chair convicted of drink driving
Tameside unites in bid to end violence against women and girls
ORGANISATIONS across Tameside are joining forces with the council to challenge violence and harassment faced by women and girls. The…
Tameside unites in bid to end violence against women and girls
Hyde McDonalds plan back on the agenda
By George Lythgoe, Local Democracy Reporting Service A DRIVE-THROUGH McDonald’s restaurant in Hyde town centre is back on the table…
Hyde McDonalds plan back on the agenda
Police tell of the impact of DAPOs in Tameside
A ‘GAME CHANGING’ police power has already helped dozens of domestic abuse victims in Tameside find solace, a high-ranking officer…
Police tell of the impact of DAPOs in Tameside
MP swaps Commons for Christmas cooking at local supermarket
MP Angela Rayner swapped parliamentary debates for pizza prep during a hands-on visit to Morrison’s in Dukinfield. The Ashton-under-Lyne MP…
MP swaps Commons for Christmas cooking at local supermarket
Stalybridge HMO owner out to tackle misconceptions
THE OWNER of a new Stalybridge house in multiple occupation (HMO) is ready to disprove neighbours’ fears. Many people see…
Stalybridge HMO owner out to tackle misconceptions
Denton man sees jail term for Hyde sexual attack increased
A DENTON man who raped and threatened to stab a woman he had been watching for six months had his jail sentence increased. Brandon Smith, of Larch…
Denton man sees jail term for Hyde sexual attack increased