TAMESIDE Council has bought an Ashton-under-Lyne shopping centre, paving the way for the next part of the town’s regeneration. The…
News
Gym team hailed as heroes after saving member’s life in Denton
STAFF at Tameside Wellness Centre have been praised for their life-saving actions after a gym member suffered a cardiac arrest.…
Giant climate change flags to go on display after community project
A STRIKING collection of giant silk flags created by residents across Greater Manchester is set to transform Ashton Library into…
People arrested in Tameside election probe released on bail
FIVE people arrested as a formal investigation into alleged election fraud in Tameside was launched have been released on bail.…
Volunteers clock up more than 2,200 days helping keep Tameside green
THOUSANDS of hours of volunteer work helped maintain parks, meadows and woodland across Tameside last year. Volunteers working alongside Tameside Council’s greenspace team contributed…
Launch of children’s community book celebrated
OVER 250 people gathered at Dukinfield Town Hall to celebrate the end of a creative storytelling project that has seen…
Former Tameside councillor has a new government role
A FORMER Tameside councillor has been given a new role in the health department of the government. Oliver Ryan, who is now…
E-bikes seized after concerns raised over masked riders in Denton and Hyde
THREE high-powered e-bikes worth an estimated £8,000 have been seized by police following a crackdown on dangerous riding in Denton…
Tameside unveils new Civic Mayor for 2026/27
Tameside has officially welcomed its new Civic Mayor, with Councillor Helen Bowden appointed to the role for 2026/27. Cllr Bowden,…
Community
Organ donors remembered in moving ceremony at Tameside Hospital
Organ donors at Tameside Hospital were honoured during a moving ceremony last week as their names were added to a…
Mossley charity reps share powerful stories from global summit
TWO representatives from Emmaus Mossley have returned to Tameside after joining hundreds of people from across the world at an…
Support helps Manchester City fan from Droylsden towards his goal
A LONG-TIME Manchester City supporter from Droylsden is looking ahead to the final game of the season – after rebuilding…
The Hyde foster carers honoured at Buckingham Palace
A HYDE couple who have spent nearly half a century opening their home to vulnerable children were invited to Buckingham…
Civic Mayor rounds off memorable year with charity curry night in Hyde
TAMESIDE’S Civic Mayor Shibley Alam held the final fundraiser of her mayoral year with a warm curry night in Hyde…
“Facetime with a linguist” hailed as Tameside NHS ‘game changer’
PATIENTS, especially those who are deaf or hard of hearing can now access a ‘game changer’ of a translation service.…
Mossley artist completes stunning bridge transformation from graffiti eyesore to desert dream
For years, a graffiti-covered public footbridge in Mossley was considered an eyesore. Now, thanks to local artist Lawrie Williams, it…
Three generations under one roof as Hyde family builds luxury granny annexe
A HYDE couple have swapped their family home for a luxury granny annexe in the garden – allowing their daughter…
How a community centre in a Tameside village is becoming a film set
A COMMUNITY centre in Tameside is about to become the setting for a terrifying new British horror comedy. Filming began…
Entertainment
Ashton musician celebrates decade-long folk partnership born at Manchester festival
AN Ashton-under-Lyne musician who struck up an unlikely friendship at a Manchester folk festival is celebrating 10 years of making…
How Global Grooves is Transforming Stalybridge Carnival for its 50th Year
This year’s Stalybridge Carnival is shaping up to be one of the biggest and boldest yet. As the town celebrates…
New project aims to keep Tameside’s dance traditions alive
FROM Morris dancing to South Asian performance traditions, a new heritage project in Mossley is set to uncover the stories…
World Cup glory relived as new exhibition opens at Portland Basin Museum
FOOTBALL fans can step back into one of England’s greatest sporting summers as a new exhibition celebrating the 1966 World…
Comedy Weekender back in Stalybridge with line-up packed with punchlines
STALYBRIDGE is preparing to get the last laugh this summer as the Comedy Weekender returns with a bill packed full…
NWTAC’s Come From Away delivers a powerful community driven triumph
Moston’s North West Theatre Arts Company delivers a deeply moving, beautifully unified production of the much‑loved 9/11 musical, capturing its…
Cassidy Janson channels Carole King with soulful brilliance at the Bolton Octagon
West End star delivers a masterclass in storytelling, musicianship and effortless charm in an intimate, unforgettable concert Cassidy Janson proved…
Sport
Millbrook dad takes on 100km challenge to support local school
A Millbrook father-of-four is preparing to take on an extraordinary 100-kilometre ultra-marathon in the Lake District next month to raise…
Curzon Ashton teams up with Willow Wood Hospice for season of support
A NEW partnership between Curzon Ashton FC and Willow Wood Hospice is set to make a big impact both on…
Droylsden teenager to represent Great Britain at European Softball Championship
A TALENTED teenager from Droylsden is preparing to represent Great Britain on the international stage. Stan O’Leary has been selected for the…
Stalybridge Celtic confirm opponents for Keith Trudgeon Trophy fixture
LOCAL rivals will meet once again this summer as Stalybridge Celtic host Hyde United in the latest Keith Trudgeon Memorial…
Relegated League Two club to train at Curzon Ashton
CURZON Ashton Football Club have agreed to let National League side Barrow AFC use their Tameside Stadium base for training.…
Stalybridge Celtic announce raft of squad updates in promotion pursuit
STALYBRIDGE Celtic have confirmed the arrival of three players and the retention of seven players, while two others have left…
More sporting success netted for Tameside
TAMESIDE’S next generation of netball talent has shown its quality by winning a prestigious tournament. The borough’s under-12s side saw…
Business
Vote opens for Ashton Independent Retail Awards 2026
Shoppers are being invited to show their support for Ashton-under-Lyne’s independent businesses as voting opens for the Ashton Independent Retail…
Tameside Means Business Expo set to bring together firms from across the borough
Businesses, entrepreneurs and organisations from across the borough are being invited to connect, network and showcase their services at this…
One Stop Franchisee celebrates Stalybridge store opening
A new One Stop Franchise store has opened in Stalybridge. One Stop Huddersfield Road in Millbrook is now open, working with an independent retailer.…
Water Stewardship unlocks innovation and opportunities, as Tameside NHS Trust joins new programme for 2026
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is increasing its actions around sustainable water management. It’s joined a water stewardship programme…
Experts Reveal: Could Mobile Tyre Fitting Save Your Life?
Surprisingly, in 2026, mobile tyre fitting is growing in popularity. Truth be told, this is not a new service. It…
Burger King announces opening date for new Ashton restaurant
BURGER King has announced when its only restaurant currently in Tameside will open at Ashton Moss Leisure Park. Work on…
“Green Cleen” launches across Greater Manchester to keep wheelie bins clean, fresh and hygienic
Advertisement feature Residents and businesses across Tameside, Oldham and Saddleworth are set to enjoy cleaner, fresher-smelling streets thanks to the…
Youth
Launch of children’s community book celebrated
OVER 250 people gathered at Dukinfield Town Hall to celebrate the end of a creative storytelling project that has seen…
Stalybridge primary school takes education back to nature with new garden
A STALYBRIDGE primary school is giving its pupils a close-up education after opening a new garden. Millbrook Primary and Nursery…
Stalybridge Brownies and Rainbows enjoy hands-on visit to fire station
BROWNIES and Rainbows from St Raphael’s in Stalybridge were given a look behind the scenes at the town’s fire station.…
Young voices set to strike the right note at Stalybridge charity concert
TAMESIDE’S rising stars of song will be taking centre stage at a special fundraising concert. ‘Voices of Tomorrow’ will see…
Teen inspired to turn life around after train station vandalism in Tameside
A YOUNG person involved in criminal damage at a local train station has spoken about how the experience helped her…
Stalybridge Rainbows earn Bee Rescuer badge during outdoor adventure
Rainbows and leaders from St Raphael’s in Stalybridge enjoyed a special trip to Seven Springs Outdoor Activity Centre in Disley…
Mayor visits Stalybridge nursery following Ofsted turnaround
A Stalybridge nursery praised for its recent Ofsted improvement has welcomed a visit from the Civic Mayor of Tameside. Civic…
Properties
Godley Green plan reaches next stage – despite ‘dog’s breakfast’ description
A ‘DOG’S breakfast’ of a plan for Godley Green Garden Village has passed the next step towards becoming reality, after approval was…
Period terrace in Carrbrook village hits the market
Advertisement feature A charming two-bedroom period terrace in the heart of Carrbrook Village has been listed for sale, offering a…
Property of the week: Windgate Rise, Stalybridge
View this property with HOME Estate Agents Nestled in the desirable area of Windgate Rise, Stalybridge, this impressive detached house,…
Property focus: Shire Croft, Mossley
This property is on the market with HOME Estate Agents. View online here A stunning and beautifully presented four bedroom…
Property focus: Freshwater Drive, Ashton-under-Lyne
View this property online with Home Estate Agents here Beautifully presented family home and ideal for the growing family or…
Property of the week: John Street, Heyrod
View this property via Home Estate Agents here An absolutely stunning and rare opportunity for horse lovers – this exceptional…
Property focus: Leech avenue, Ashton-under-Lyne
View this property with HOME Estate Agents here This well presented four-bedroom semi-detached home is offered for sale with no…
Local Politics and Election Coverage
Tameside Council issues statement over election fraud probe
TAMESIDE Council says it ‘places great importance on upholding the integrity of the electoral process’ as police launch a formal…
Arrests made as Tameside Council election result under full police investigation
FIVE people have been arrested as a formal investigation into alleged election fraud in Tameside has been launched. The appearance…
Tameside Council’s Reform UK group names leadership team
REFORM UK has unveiled the team that will lead its expanded group on Tameside Council following last week’s historic local…
Shocks and smiles as Tameside Council left under no overall control
IT DID not take long for The Correspondent to find out what lay in store. “From what I’m seeing, Labour’s…
Fear and loathing – plus a recount – in St Peter’s
IT WAS like a scene from a movie. If that movie is comedy classic Anchorman. On one corner of Portland…
Long-serving Tameside councillor lays blame at Prime Minister’s door for Labour losses
A WOMAN who is part of Tameside’s political history believes one person is to blame for Labour’s losses in the…
Call for vote of no confidence in Tameside Council leader likely
TAMESIDE Council’s leader may face a immediate vote of no confidence call as the authority gets used to its new make-up. Cllr Eleanor Wills…
Angela Rayner calls for Labour reset after dramatic election losses across Tameside
ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE’S MP has called for sweeping change within Labour following devastating local election results. For the first time in 47…
Reform UK targets Tameside majority as it brings ‘a new way of thinking’
ROBERT Barrowcliffe has a simple message following Reform UK’s sweeping victories in Tameside’s local elections. We are here to take…
Education
St Joseph’s RC Primary School Opens Admissions for 2026/27
St Joseph’s RC Primary School has announced that it is now welcoming enquiries from families with children due to start…
Stalybridge primary school opens admissions for 2026 and 2027 intakes
Parents looking ahead to future school places are being invited to visit St Raphael’s Catholic Primary School in Stalybridge as…
Broadbent Fold Primary School announces Nursery and Reception places for September 2026
Broadbent Fold Primary School and Nursery is encouraging parents and carers to get in touch as places remain available in…
Micklehurst All Saints announces remaining Nursery and Reception places for September
Micklehurst All Saints C of E Primary School is inviting families to find out more about its Early Years provision…
Livingstone primary and nursery now taking applications for September 2026
Livingstone Primary School and Nursery in Mossley is now inviting early registrations for its Nursery and Reception places for September…
St Stephen’s RC Primary welcomes families for September 2026 nursery places
Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust and St Stephen’s RC Primary are inviting local families to explore nursery places available for September…