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Emergency services respond after car crashes into Dukinfield garage
EMERGENCY services rushed to the scene of a road traffic collision in Dukinfield yesterday evening after a vehicle crashed through the wall of a local…
Speedo dash through Stalybridge raises hundreds in memory of ‘gentle giant’
FAMILY and friends of a photographer and rugby union player who died two years ago have taken to Stalybridge streets in his memory. But there…
Why Tameside has no elections in May 2025
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter NEXT month thousands of voters up and down the country will head to polling stations to vote on…
Vault 2 Bar in Denton proposes rooftop terrace
A DENTON bar hopes to add a rooftop terrace to a landmark building as it looks to attract people to the town. Aaron Schofield, of…
Calls for Denton MP Andrew Gwynne to resign taken to his doorstep
“SOMETIMES you have to have a s*** sandwich and you have to deal with it.” The image may seem graphic but the sentiment sums up…
Ashton market scheme gets vote of approval from Deputy Prime Minister
ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE’S MP has had an up close and personal tour of the major building work taking place on her doorstep. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner…
Vandals set bin on fire in Ashton park
A FRIENDS group of a popular Ashton-under-Lyne park has expressed its dismay after youths allegedly caused damage by setting a bin on a fire. The…
Loved ones donate blood in Stalybridge teenager’s memory
OVER 70 family members and friends of a Stalybridge teenager who died from acute liver failure gave blood in her memory, at an emotional donation…
Chief Constable has contract extended at GMP
THE Chief Constable who led Greater Manchester Police out of special measures has had his contract extended by two years. Stephen Watson has led the…
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£220k fund offers local grants to tackle waste and boost recycling
LOCAL projects can now apply for grants of up to £20,000 to help reduce waste and boost recycling in new and creative ways. The Recycle…
First-ever Hyde SOUP serves up success
AN INAUGURAL community crowdfunding event in Hyde has been hailed a success. There was a great turnout for the first edition of Hyde SOUP, held…
Organisers promise ‘bigger and better’ Festival on the Green
ORGANISERS of a popular event which packs a Tameside village green have promised that this year’s event will be “even bigger and better than last…
Easter fun at Waterloo and Taunton Conservative club
FAMILIES flocked to Waterloo and Taunton Conservative Club over the Easter weekend for a celebration packed with festive fun. The club, based in Ashton-under-Lyne, hosted…
Green-fingered volunteers dig deep for allotment fundraiser in Stalybridge
ALLOTMENT holders have quite literally laid the groundwork for their annual fundraising sale. Volunteers and committee members at Mottram Road Allotments Association in Stalybridge are…
Hyde SOUP: New community crowdfunding event set to launch
A NEW community crowdfunding event is launching in Hyde to support good causes. The inaugural Hyde SOUP will kick off at Hyde United Football Club…
Hyde pub spreads Easter joy with Egg donation to Tameside Hospital
A HYDE pub has brought smiles to the faces of young patients at Tameside Hospital by donating over 700 Easter eggs. The King William IV,…
Fun Family Open Day at Willow Wood Clearance Outlet
WILLOW Wood Hospice is inviting the local community to a Fun Family Open Day at its Clearance Outlet and Donation Centre in Ashton-under-Lyne. The event…
Rotary’s Dragons Den funds ten local charities
LOCAL charities were successful in their pitches for funding from Dukinfield and Stalybridge Rotary Club’s annual Dragons Den. Money for the event was gathered during…
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Crow show blends magic, music and mayhem in Mossley
A SHOW combining live music, comedy, magic, poetry and projections is coming to a Mossley arts centre. Beginning with three musicians arriving with their instruments…
Renowned ABBA tribute duo return to Guide Bridge Theatre
FANS are guaranteed to be shouting ‘Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!’ for tickets as an ABBA tribute band return to Guide Bridge Theatre. The Abberettes have wowed…
Tameside Family Fun Day to return to Stamford Park
LIVE entertainment, learning bike skills and a Dog Show are just some of the activities on offer at a Family Fun Day. The annual event…
Practically perfect: Rosie Ashe brings joy to Mary Poppins tour
Veteran stage star Rosie Ashe reflects on a glittering career – from Phantom of the Opera to Mary Poppins, as she delights UK audiences once…
Easter festival sparks creativity with free family activities
A FREE two-day festival just a short trip from Tameside promises to ignite imaginations and celebrate creativity in all its forms during the Easter holidays.…
Tameside joins the story once again: Festival of Libraries returns for 2025
GREATER Manchester Festival of Libraries is returning for 2025 and as always Tameside Council will be playing its part to the full. This vibrant celebration…
Tameside Beer Festival returns to Stalybridge
TAMESIDE Beer Festival is poised to return to its roots later this year as it ‘comes home’ to Stalybridge. The popular festival, organised by Tameside…
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Tameside College student breaks barriers to coach girls football
A TAMESIDE College student is now coaching girls at Manchester United Foundation after she was inspired to take up football. Yasmeen Zaman started playing when…
Mossley to host French footballers as twin town match reborn
MOSSLEY will find itself at the centre of international action as the town’s promising young footballers go up against those from French twin town, Hem.…
Ashton United boss wants players to ‘enjoy next step’ after securing play-offs
STEVE Cunningham says everyone at Ashton United Football Club has played a part in earning a play-off place and hopes the players can take the…
Bloods pressure: Tears wanted as Droylsden FC go for promotion glory
LIAM Moran knows he will see tears as Droylsden FC go for glory. Hopefully, happy ones. Then there may be a few of his own…
Stalybridge Celtic fans to tackle local peaks for lifesaving cause
THE STALYBRIDGE Celtic Supporters Association will be putting its best foot forward as members take on the town’s Three Peaks to raise funds for a…
Scuffles between supporters mar Tameside football derby
‘IDIOTS’ have been criticised for the scenes that marred an Easter Tameside football derby. Punches were seen to be thrown and drinks aimed at rival…
David Fish sees bright future for Mossley AFC after home farewell
DAVID Fish believes he has laid the platform. Now for Mossley AFC to progress, on and off the field. After five years in charge at…
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Public notice: Maxwell’s Newsagents, Denton
Maxwell’s Newsagents is applying for the Grant of a Premises Licence for Unit 2, 68 Hulme Road, Denton, M34 2WZ The Licence if granted is to enable…
Tameside experts offer progress for people living with Parkinson’s
A TAMESIDE sports therapies centre is offering people living with Parkinson’s looking to manage their symptoms promising results, thanks to the latest technology. Pro Active,…
New partnership made in Tameside spells progress for pupils
CHILDREN’S learning of phonics at schools across the country will be enhanced by a partnership made in Tameside. A Stalybridge-based online teaching resource has teamed…
Ashton solicitors firm offers advice on when professionals do not reach the required standard
NOT EVERY professional delivers the best service, no matter how much faith and trust you put in them. But what can you do if they…
A springboard to new careers at Tameside Jobs Fair
JOBSEEKERS across Tameside were supported in the next step of their career or education at a Spring Jobs Fair. Over 900 residents called in to…
Tameside showing its fondness of The Milkshake Man
PEOPLE in Tameside are going mad for a tasty treat that is being delivered to their doors. For the area is going mad for The…
Room Perfected launches huge closing down sale over Easter weekend
40% off everything – Four days of unbeatable deals in Stalybridge SHOPPERS in Tameside are in for a treat this Easter Bank Holiday as Room…
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Young Ashton-under-Lyne Girl pays Easter tribute to ambulance crews
A SEVEN-year-old girl from Ashton-under-Lyne has won hearts with her imaginative Easter scene, dedicated to North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) crews. Ava-Grace, who lives near…
Forest school pupils aid Tameside food bank with charity event
PUPILS at a forest school have done their bit for those worrying about where their next meal may come from by raising hundreds of pounds.…
Pupils walk 1,300 miles for charity in Lent challenge
PUPILS at a community-minded school with a big heart have been putting their best foot forward to raise money for charity. Before finishing for Easter,…
MP Rayner accepts mudslide challenge on Ashton school visit
THE Deputy Prime Minister was quizzed by pupils at an Ashton-under-Lyne school – covering everything from her role as an MP to what time the…
Stalybridge school’s artwork brightens up town’s train station
A STALYBRIDGE school has added Easter cheer to the town’s train station with a dazzling art display. Trinity Christian School, on Birbeck Street, was recruited…
Tameside Scouts help shape movement’s future at landmark forum
LOCAL Scouts have joined 500 others from across the country to help shape the future of the movement. The landmark youth forum at Manchester City’s…
Mossley school writes new chapter in celebrating reading
WORLD Book Day isn’t just about putting together a great costume idea, it’s about showing children the power of reading. A feast of book-themed activities…
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Feature property: Andrew Street, Mossley
View this property online here This immaculately presented and deceptively spacious three-bedroom mid-terrace home offers stylish and versatile accommodation arranged over three generously sized floors,…
New to the market: Holden Clough Drive, Ashton-under-Lyne
View this property online here Immaculately presented is this extremely well proportioned four/five bedroom extended detached property occupying a pleasant position on this popular development…
Property of the week: Mottram Old Road, Stalybridge
Home Estate Agents are proud to offer for sale this stunning executive detached family home, individually designed and built by the current owner. Offering over…
On the market: Duke Road, Newton
View this property currently on the market with HOME Estate Agents here Ideally located is this Immaculate family home, with accommodation set over three floors…
Property of the week: Arundel Street, Cockbrook
View this property currently on the market with HOME Estate agents here Immaculate and Impressively sized is this generously proportioned family sized 1930’s extended semi…
Property of the week: George Street, Mossley
View this property online here Ideally located a stones throw from Mossley Town Centre and walking distance to Mossley railway station is this lovely…
On the market: Argyle Street, Mossley
View this property online here A beautifully presented two-bedroom stone-built mid-terrace house, located in the highly sought-after area of Top Mossley. This charming property offers…
Local Politics and Election Coverage View More
Why Tameside has no elections in May 2025
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter NEXT month thousands of voters up and down the country will head to polling stations to vote on…
Reform gains first Tameside councillor on historic night
REFORM has comfortably gained its first councillor in Greater Manchester as Labour lost its safest seat in Tameside on a historic night. In a shock…
Meet the candidates standing in the Longdendale by-election
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter FIVE people are battling to become Tameside’s newest councillor. The by-election for the Longdendale seat was sparked following…
Tameside Labour councillor quits party in protest at welfare cuts
EXCLUSIVE ANOTHER Tameside councillor has resigned from the Labour Party in protest at their welfare cut proposals. Gary Ferguson also believes the ‘toxic culture’ that…
Five-way battle for Tameside Council’s Longdendale seat
VOTERS in Longdendale face a five-way choice of who they want to be their next councillor at a by-election. As The Correspondent reported, the resignation…
