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Jason McCartney (right) with supporters in Holmfirth during the general election campaign. Colne Valley’s Conservative MP Jason McCartney voted against the government tonight on the issue of trebling university tuition fees. Mr McCartney, who represents Holmfirth, Meltham, Marsden and Slaithwaite among other areas, said the increase to a maximum of £9,000 per year was […]
Below is a letter to the editor sent by Richard Darlington from Grotton. It’s about Oldham Council’s plans to introduce time limits on the car parks in Uppermill, and I’ve reproduced it in full. If you would like to respond to the points made in the letter, you can either leave a comment below this […]
(all pictures: Stuart Coleman Photography) Here are some pictures taken during Sunday’s Christmas lights switch on and carol concert in Diggle. Kilngreen and Wrigley Mill churches joined the Diggle Community Association to organise the event. The choir from Diggle School and the Diggle B brass band performed. The images (other than the one at […]
There shouldn’t be any more snow over the next few days, but we may get the odd bit of rain as temperatures turn milder. It’s been another cold but clear morning, but the forecasters expect plenty of cloud to roll in later in the day along with the odd shower, and temperatures of 4C. So […]
Oldham Council has given a revamp to its Tidy Oldham website, which is aimed at encouraging residents across the borough to point out unsightly problems such as litter and graffiti. The relaunched site went live last week, and it’s now possible to report an issue by e-mail or text with a picture taken on your […]
Pots and Pans from Bunkers, note the two people on the rock next to the memorial! (all pictures: David Gartside) The recent snowy weather has inspired many of you to pick up your cameras and capture some stunning images of our local area. These photos were taken on Monday […]
The latest edition of the Saddleworth Independent is out now. It’s available for free from shops, Post Offices, pubs, and various other pick-up points around the area. As usual it’s got a great mixture of news, features and sport, focusing on positive stories about Saddleworth. The front page features the tale […]
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