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New session to find out more about Stalybridge’s regeneration
FURTHER information on work happening to improve Stalybridge town centre will be available to the public at a drop-in session. Big plans for the area…
Mossley Market bucks the trend
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter DURING a time where outdoor markets in town centres are seeing a steep decline, one newly created market…
Mossley community fund re-opens after thousands donated to local causes
MOSSLEY locals will benefit from creative opportunities after a funeral directors awarded a grant to the town’s community centre through its charitable fund which has…
Consultation launched over extending Ashton’s PSPO
RULES that prevent people from doing certain things in Ashton-under-Lyne town centre in a bid to combat crime and anti-social behaviour may be extended. A…
Shock Labour resignation rocks Tameside Council
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter A SHOCK resignation from a long-time Labour Party member rocked the latest town hall meeting in Tameside. Just…
Dukinfield Teaching Assistant wins top National Award
A TEACHING assistant at a Dukinfield high school has scooped a prestigious national award for her outstanding work supporting young people. Fallon Thomas, a Higher…
Campaigners gather in Tameside to oppose monkey imports for lab testing
A PEACEFUL protest took place ahead of Tameside Council’s full meeting as campaigners raised awareness about the continued importation of long-tailed macaque monkeys into the…
Tameside among worst for Council worker assaults
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter Almost 6,000 council workers have reported assaults and abuse in the last three years across Greater Manchester. Recent…
Bus strikes to hit Tameside and Greater Manchester services this week
BUS passengers across Greater Manchester are being urged to plan ahead as drivers from Stagecoach and Metroline prepare to take strike action later this week,…
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Hyde girl, 10, publishes her own music book
A YOUNG violinist from Hyde has shared her love for making music by publishing her first book made up of her own compositions. Ten-year-old budding…
Superstar slimmer Sue inspires at Audenshaw group
A LOCAL Slimming World member has been hailed a “superstar” after transforming her health, confidence and lifestyle – and inspiring those around her along the…
Heartburn health Roadshow to visit Tameside this October
A NEW Heartburn Health Roadshow is coming to Tameside this month, aiming to raise awareness about persistent heartburn and its possible link to oesophageal (food…
Tameside gears up for greener travel with micromobility plans
TAMESIDE could soon be rolling out a new way to get around as bosses explore introducing the option to hire bikes and scooters. It comes…
Fun and inclusive day for people with learning disabilities and autism
ADULTS with learning disabilities and autistic people, along with their parents and carers, are being invited to make their voices heard at a special event. …
Golden anniversary for Ryecroft Hall Community Association
WHAT began as a single dance back in 1975 has grown into a thriving community hub at the heart of Audenshaw life. Ryecroft Hall Community…
Neighbourhood Watch group hopes to send Gee Cross poetry potty
A NEIGHBOURHOOD group is asking an area’s youngsters to be poetry in motion in a new competition. The third annual Children’s Creative Writing Competition, organised…
Hate crime awareness funding available to Tameside groups
LOCAL community groups are being urged to apply for funding to support projects that tackle hate crime across Tameside. Up to £500 is available for…
Free course aims to inspire Tameside’s next generation of creatives
YOUNG people in Tameside are being offered the chance to take their first steps towards a career in the arts with a free course launching…
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Justin Moorhouse heads back to Manchester with new show
A TAMESIDE-BORN comedian, actor and broadcaster is bringing his critically-acclaimed show to the Manchester Opera House. Justin Moorhouse will be on stage on Sunday, November…
Stalybridge Civic Hall shines bright with magical “Concerts by Candlelight” launch
STALYBRIDGE’S newly refurbished Civic Hall was transformed into a glowing haven of music and warmth for the launch of the brand-new Concerts by Candlelight series.…
Families in for a frightfully fun day at Ladysmith centre
FAMILIES are in for a spooktacular treat this month as Ladysmith Shopping Centre transforms into a den of creepy crawlies and ghoulish fun. The Ashton-under-Lyne…
Mossley AFC set to light up the sky with spectacular Fireworks Night
Mossley AFC is set to host its ever-popular Fireworks Night at Premier Kia Seel Park on Sunday 2nd November 2025, promising an evening packed with…
A birthday bash like no other for Mossley arts centre
MOSSLEY’S creative hub The Vale is marking its fourth birthday with a packed day of free workshops, family fun and live music. That’s not all,…
Treasure Island sets sail at Guide Bridge Theatre
PIRATES, mutiny and buried gold will take centre stage in Audenshaw as Guide Bridge Theatre brings a thrilling new adaptation of Treasure Island to life.…
How is new technology changing the gaming industry?
Game development has traditionally required powerful local hardware for both creation and distribution. However, cloud computing has fundamentally altered this framework. Developers now utilize cloud…
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Ashton sports club secures grant to install solar panels
A HISTORIC local sports club has taken a big step towards a greener future with the help of the community. Ashton-under-Lyne Cricket, Bowling and Tennis…
Manager of the month award for Stalybridge’s Macken
STALYBRIDGE Celtic Football Club’s superb form last month has earned their manager an accolade. Jon Macken has been named the Step 4 Manager of the…
Ashton sports club needs your support to secure solar panels
A HISTORIC local sports club is taking a big step towards a greener future and calling on the community to help make it happen. Ashton-under-Lyne…
“That’s cricket”: Stayley CC’s historic day at Lord’s
LIAM Parkinson summed up Stayley CC’s historic day in just two words – “that’s cricket.” Firstly, the facts. Foxton Granta retained the Voneus Village Cup,…
153 years in the making as Stayley CC reach Lord’s
WE’RE live at Lord’s, the Home of Cricket, where history is being made as after 153 years, Stayley CC have made it by reaching the…
Better Leight than never as Stayley CC chase Lord’s glory
TEENAGE dreams will be fulfilled as Stayley Cricket Club plays at Lord’s. Then Leighton Parker can set his sights on showing how good he is…
Stayley CC aim to fly high at Lord’s – with a Bird’s backing
TO SAY emotions will run high when Stayley Cricket Club steps out at Lord’s will be an understatement. For ‘Mr Stayley,’ it will be beyond…
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Homeowners and buyers invited for free mortgage advice in Ashton
HOMEOWNERS and first-time buyers are being invited to a free drop-in event at a local branch of the Yorkshire Building Society. The Ashton-under-Lyne branch will…
The Veg Lord gets Halloween ready with spooky tastings and family fun
Images by ‘We are The Pull’ DEEP in the forest at the mysteriously named Blood Curdle Cottage, Witchy Plum has been busy preparing a ghoulish…
Hyde firm among manufacturers driving digital change
A HYDE engineering business is among a growing number of Tameside manufacturers reaping the benefits of a fast-track digital skills programme designed to put people…
Taco Bell Drive-Thru opens in Ashton
TACO Bell has officially opened the drive-thru of its brand-new Ashton restaurant – with some special guests there to help cut the ribbon. The launch…
FIFTH Movement’s Swim:ED ‘pool to the playground’ programme transforms school swimming success rates in Tameside
Advertisement Feature One in three UK children leave primary school unable to swim 25 metres. FIFTH Movement’s Swim:ED trailblazing pop-up pool programme boosts results by…
Oceansage leaving people feeling tip-top in mind, body and soul
A STALYBRIDGE holistic wellbeing business is doing more than making sure people’s bodies are in good condition – as is much about the mind and…
30 real ales to feature at Tameside Wetherspoon beer festival
BEER lovers in Tameside are in for a treat this autumn as two local Wetherspoon pubs prepare to host a 12-day real ale festival. The…
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Free ‘learn to play’ music taster sessions launched by Tameside Music Service
TAMESIDE Music Service is inviting children and young people to explore the delight of music with a series of free taster sessions this October. These…
Storytime teaches Tameside kids what to do in an emergency
MORE than 700 children across Tameside have been learning what to do in an emergency – through the power of storytelling. The youngsters took part…
Young Tameside musicians strike the right note with renowned orchestra
MUSIC lovers are in for a treat as young performers from Tameside Music Service team up with the world-renowned Manchester Camerata for two free concerts.…
Young people help tee up revival of crazy golf course
VISITORS to Stamford Park in Tameside can now enjoy a w-hole new experience, thanks to the reopening of a refurbished crazy golf course. The nine-hole…
More the merrier at Denton school’s GCSE results
IT WAS a case of More by name, More by nature as pupils at a Denton high school produced ‘great’ GCSE results. 69 per cent…
Top marks for GCSE students at Rayner Stephens
STUDENTS at Rayner Stephens High School are celebrating strong GCSE results, with the school reporting its best-ever number of top grade 9s. This year has…
Pride and progress in GCSEs at Longdendale
STUDENTS at Longdendale High School have been reflecting with pride after the anxious wait to receive their GCSE results was over. The Hollingworth-based school says…
Properties View More
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, built in 2000, offers a…
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 detached family home, perfectly positioned…
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 first time buyer is this…
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 three bedroom detached cottage offers…
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 vendor chain, making it a…
Property focus: Haycock Close, Stalybridge
View this property on the market with Home Estate Agents HERE This stunning four-bedroom detached family home is situated in the highly sought-after Mottram Rise…
Property focus: Harold Avenue, Dukinfield
View this property online with Home Estate Agents here Immaculate and ready to move into is this impressive three bedroom semi detached property offering excellent…
Local Politics and Election Coverage View More
Shock Labour resignation rocks Tameside Council
By George Lythgoe – Local Democracy Reporter A SHOCK resignation from a long-time Labour Party member rocked the latest town hall meeting in Tameside. Just…
Ashton MP Angela Rayner quits as Deputy Prime Minister
ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE’S MP Angela Rayner has quit as the country’s Deputy Prime Minister after being found to have breached the rules. The Housing Secretary and Labour’s…
New rules could affect Tameside postal voters
POSTAL voters in Tameside are being warned that they may need to renew their application. New government rules mean that postal votes expire after three…
Tameside councillor quits Labour after being ‘thrown under the bus’
A VETERAN Tameside councillor has quit the Labour Party after almost 50 years in disgust at being ‘thrown under the bus’ after the Trigger Me…
Tameside councillors set to rejoin Labour as ‘Trigger Me Timbers’ probe ends
EXCLUSIVE SEVERAL Tameside councillors are set to be allowed back into the Labour Party as an investigation into the now infamous Trigger Me Timbers WhatsApp…
Long-serving Tameside councillor believed to have not been selected for election
ONE OF Tameside’s longest serving councillors is believed to have been overlooked for the next election. Ann Holland has represented Labour for the Droylsden West…
Tameside councillors warned after new meeting format causes complaints
COUNCILLORS have been warned to not abuse the new format of meetings that attracted huge criticism. Executive cabinet members now get three minutes to outline…
16 and 17-year-olds to get the vote in major election shake-up
YOUNG people aged 16 and 17 will soon be able to vote in local, regional and general elections for the first time, under new plans…
Tameside MP admits ‘honest mistake’ over ‘fake photo’
A TAMESIDE MP has held his hands up to a ‘simple, honest mistake’ after being caught up in a row over using a doctored image.…
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Broadbent Fold Invites Families to Nursery and Reception Open Evening
Broadbent Fold Primary School and Nursery in Dukinfield is inviting families to attend its Open Evening on Monday 17th November 2025, for children due…
Millbrook Primary & Nursery School Offering 15 and 30 Hour Nursery Places
Millbrook Primary and Nursery School, part of the Ambition Community Trust, is now accepting applications for both 15-hour and 30-hour funded nursery places. The school,…
St Joseph’s Mossley Welcomes Nursery and Reception Applications for September 2026
St Joseph’s RC Primary School, Mossley, is inviting families to join their warm and nurturing school community, with applications now open for Nursery and Reception…
Greenfield Primary School Announces Open Day Tours
Greenfield Primary School has confirmed a series of Open Day Tours this October, offering parents and carers an opportunity to explore the school and meet…
Milton St John’s CE Primary School to Host Open Days for 2026 Starters
Milton St John’s CE Primary School is inviting families to discover more about its welcoming and nurturing learning environment at upcoming open day sessions. Parents…
Local Tutor Helps Tameside Students Excel in French
A local language tutor is helping local students boost their confidence and achieve success in French. Sarah Shaw, founder of Aspire Languages, offers personalised…
Hulme Grammar School Invites Families to Open Day
Hulme Grammar School, one of the region’s leading independent schools, is pleased to announce its Whole School Open Day on Saturday 13th September 2025, from…