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Police Visit Highlights Holiday Programme at Stoneleigh Park
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Children at Oldham's Holiday Activities and Food programme got hands-on experience with police vehicles during a Wednesday session at Stoneleigh Park in De
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Oldham RLFC Extends Winning Streak to 16 Matches
Oldham RLFC made it 16 consecutive wins with a 28-16 comeback victory over Barrow Raiders at Boundary Park despite trailing at half-time.
Love Parks Week: Oldham's 32 parks offer summer activities
Oldham Council encourages residents to explore 32 parks and green spaces during Love Parks Week (24 July–2 August), featuring outdoor gyms, Junior Parkruns
Oldham Young People Exceed National Education Rates
93.2% of Oldham's 16 and 17-year-olds are in education and training, beating national and regional averages. NEET figures also fall significantly.
Northern Roots Urban Farm Opens in Oldham Sept 19
Oldham's Northern Roots, the UK's largest urban farm and eco-park, opens 19 September on 160 acres next to Alexandra Park with a new Welcome Centre and caf
Man Banned From Royal Oldham Hospital for Three Years
Andrew Stonier, 31, has been banned from Royal Oldham Hospital until June 2029 after making threats to staff, including threats to set fire to the building
Oldham Coliseum Theatre reopening delayed to 2027
Oldham Coliseum Theatre will remain closed until 2027 after surveys found widespread asbestos and structural defects. An extra £7m grant has been secured.
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