ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE’S hit Artisan Market is out to make a bigger impression as it returns. For this time, almost 75 independent…
News
Tameside Councillor ‘referred to police’ over undercover comments
A TAMESIDE Councillor who resigned from his party after comments regarding immigrants were exposed is believed to have been reported…
Councillor pushes for more flexible Muslim burial times
A TAMESIDE councillor is hoping to allow more flexibility in times when Muslim burials can take place. Currently, cemeteries at…
When and where Tameside Remembrance services are taking place
RESIDENTS across Tameside will once again come together to honour fallen service personnel. Remembrance services, parades and wreath-laying ceremonies will…
Tameside Reform UK Councillor resigns over undercover comments
A TAMESIDE Councillor has issued a grovelling apology after being caught saying he would ‘deport every other motherf***** in this…
Tameside author releases heartfelt book celebrating friendship and mental health
A TAMESIDE author has released a deeply personal new book celebrating friendship and the importance of talking openly about mental…
Ashton’s MP opens town’s new affordable housing development
ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE’S MP has cut the ribbon and opened a new £5.4 million affordable housing development in the heart of its…
Droylsden’s Concord Suite to be reduced after planning approval
MUCH OF a Droylsden landmark building will be torn down after planning permission was granted. And the work on the…
Plans for Ashton’s former cinema revealed
THE VISION that would see Ashton-under-Lyne’s ‘deteriorating’ and disused former cinema brought back to life has been revealed. What was…
Community
Families celebrate nature at Wild & Gather event at Werneth Low
TAMESIDE families and local residents came together at Werneth Low Country Park for a free community event celebrating nature, creativity…
From laptops to life skills: PCrefurb’s work across Tameside
A digital inclusion charity helping Tameside residents access technology and develop their digital skills has supported hundreds of people across…
Historic and Ancient Sites to Explore on a Tameside Staycation this Year
Just because the summer’s in the rear view mirror doesn’t mean that we’re not looking to go on a relaxing,…
Transformational gift enhances women’s health services at Tameside Hospital
A £165,000 donation from the League of Friends of Tameside Hospital has helped transform women’s health services at Tameside Hospital.…
New smokefree generation rules set to come into force
A NEW law which will prevent young people from ever legally buying tobacco is getting closer to coming into force.…
How one Tameside family changed its habits together after joining Slimming World
A TAMESIDE family who decided to make healthier changes together say their approach to food, exercise and family life has…
Young footballers join volunteers for Stalybridge town clean-up
YOUNG footballers joined community volunteers to help give Stalybridge a spruce-up during the latest town clean-up. Members of Stalybridge Celtic…
Woman celebrates losing over four stone and finding her confidence again
A WOMAN who lost more than four stone says her weight-loss journey has helped her “find myself again” and rediscover…
Going wild at Werneth Low: Free event to bring community together
A former teacher and qualified psychotherapist is bringing people together through nature with a free community event at Werneth Low…
Entertainment
Award-winning independent films coming to big screen in Mossley
FILM fans in Mossley will be able to enjoy a selection of award-winning independent movies on the big screen –…
Spookfest bringing Halloween fun to Hyde Market
A HALLOWEEN trail, fancy dress prizes and the chance to win a ghoulish hamper are among the attractions coming to…
Character curry night in Audenshaw to raise funds for Children in Need
FAMILIES can enjoy a curry alongside some familiar faces as Hyde Fundraisers hosts a special charity dining event in Audenshaw.…
Hyde Community Day returns with R2-D2, film character and family activities
A POPULAR community event is returning to Hyde this weekend following the success of its launch earlier this year. The…
The powerful true story coming to a Tameside theatre stage
A POWERFUL true story of friendship, tragedy and a fight for justice is coming to the stage in Audenshaw. These…
Creepy creatures coming to Ashton for free Halloween event
SNAKES, tarantulas and other creepy creatures will be taking over an Ashton shopping centre as part of a free Halloween…
Musical theatre favourites return for hospice fundraiser
A POPULAR musical theatre concert is returning to Audenshaw and audiences will have two chances to catch it. Fans of…
Sport
Stalybridge Celtic appoint Jon Macken’s successor as manager
STALYBRIDGE Celtic’s new manager Dave Jones says he is determined to get the club “climbing the table” after being appointed…
Ashton United supporters to take on 30-mile sponsored walk
A GROUP of Ashton United supporters is swapping the stands for the streets as it prepares to take on a…
Sir Kevin Sinfield completes latest physical challenge – and plots next one
HE COULD be forgiven for putting his feet up, but do not expect Sir Kevin Sinfield to rest easy after…
Stalybridge Celtic sack manager Macken after difficult start
STALYBRIDGE Celtic Football Club have parted company with first-team manager Jon Macken after a difficult start to the 2026/27 season.…
Tameside trio discover FA Trophy first round opponents
THREE Tameside football clubs have discovered who stands between them and a place in the next round of the Isuzu…
Princess Royal joins Sir Kevin Sinfield during final MND fundraising challenge
THE Princess Royal has joined Sir Kevin Sinfield as the rugby league legend continues his seventh and final ultra-marathon fundraising…
Hyde United bring back former captain Roscoe
HYDE United have brought former captain Brad Roscoe back to the Project Solar Stadium on a deal running until the…
Business
Ashton Artisan Market growing in impact ahead of October date
ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE’S hit Artisan Market is out to make a bigger impression as it returns. For this time, almost 75 independent…
Droylsden entrepreneur develops AI tool to cut construction paperwork
A DROYLSDEN entrepreneur is using artificial intelligence to tackle one of the biggest administrative burdens facing construction and utilities professionals…
The Oldham food truck sensation heading to Ashton
A FOOD business which started with one truck, two brothers and a dream is preparing to bring its famous loaded…
Tameside businesses urged to seize support to take their companies to the next level
AMBITIOUS Tameside business owners are being encouraged to apply for a fully funded programme designed to help established companies scale…
Affordable ear wax clinic available at Age UK Tameside
PEOPLE experiencing problems with ear wax can access affordable treatment through a specialist clinic run by Age UK Tameside in…
From laptops to life skills: PCrefurb’s work across Tameside
A digital inclusion charity helping Tameside residents access technology and develop their digital skills has supported hundreds of people across…
Paralympic star helps open new Aldi store in Hattersley
SHOPPERS in Hattersley have welcomed the arrival of a new Aldi store, with a ParalympicsGB silver medallist helping to officially…
Youth
Tameside youngsters take on Mam Tor challenge
TAMESIDE youngsters have been putting themselves to the test this summer – from kayaking and cycling, to taking on the…
‘I basically screamed, cried and sobbed’: Denton cheerleading group secures two bids to compete at Worlds 2027
A DENTON cheerleading club is celebrating a double dose of success after two of its teams secured dream places at…
How AO donation is helping 115-year-old Stalybridge Scouts ‘modernise’
A SCOUT group, which has been serving the Stalybridge community for 115 years, is embracing new technology after receiving a…
Almost 200 new SEND school places to be created across Tameside
NEARLY 200 new specialist school places are set to be created across Tameside. It’s part of a £7.13 million investment…
Eager Beavers make Stalybridge railway station greener
A GROUP of eager Beavers has been hailed after mucking in to make Stalybridge’s railway station greener. The youngsters, aged…
Charity seeks Ashton-under-Lyne volunteers to help children become confident readers
A national children’s charity is calling on people in Ashton-under-Lyne and surrounding areas to volunteer their time to help children…
Laurus Ryecroft head praises pupils on GCSE results day
THE dedication of students, teachers, support staff and families has been praised by the head of Laurus Ryecroft as pupils…
Properties
‘Spine road’ plan for Godley Green Garden Village submitted
THE CONTROVERSIAL Godley Green Garden Village scheme has taken a step further after a planning application for a ‘spine road’…
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…
Local Politics and Election Coverage
Tameside residents urged to check electoral register ahead of 2027 elections
TAMESIDE residents are being urged to check their electoral registration details to make sure they do not lose their chance…
Tameside learns who will be Mayor of Greater Manchester
PEOPLE in Tameside have cast their vote – now to find out who will be the next Mayor of Greater…
GM Mayoral candidates agree Tameside among boroughs ‘left behind’
A WOMAN running to be the next Mayor of Greater Manchester has said Tameside is among one of the boroughs…
Housing and skills will help Ashton kids ‘flourish’, says Angela Rayner
HOUSING AND jobs are what will make Ashton’s youth “flourish,” according to Angela Rayner – as she staunchly backs Bev…
Zack Polanski says Greater Manchester needs change after Burnham
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter Andy Burnham has ‘damaged’ Greater Manchester with his ‘Manchesterism’, according to Zack Polanski.…
Tameside voters urged to prepare for Greater Manchester mayoral election
VOTERS across Tameside are being urged to make sure they are registered and ready to have their say in the…
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…
Education
Stalybridge primary school to welcome families at open evening
A STALYBRIDGE primary school is inviting prospective pupils and their families to explore its classrooms ahead of Reception admissions for…
Mossley primary school invites families to November open day
A MOSSLEY primary school is opening its doors to prospective families as parents begin considering school places for the next…
Progress noted at troubled Dukinfield primary school
A DUKINFIELD primary school which saw staff go on strike over a ‘culture of violence’ has been told more needs…
St Raphael’s Primary School invites families to open morning
FAMILIES considering primary school places in Tameside are being invited to visit St Raphael’s Catholic Primary School at its upcoming…
Greenfield Academy invites families to November open day
FAMILIES looking at school places in Hyde are being invited to take a closer look at Greenfield Academy during an…
Greenfield Primary School opens its doors to prospective families
FAMILIES considering a Reception place in Saddleworth for September 2027 are being invited to take a closer look at Greenfield…
Friezland Primary School to open its doors to prospective families
Families with children due to start primary school in September 2027 are being invited to take a closer look at…
Free nursery places available at Dukinfield primary school
Free nursery places available at Dukinfield primary school Families looking for nursery provision in Dukinfield are being invited to find…