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Lib Dems Likely To Keep Power In Oldham

The Liberal Democrats are likely to hold on to control of the hung Oldham Council, despite losing seats to Labour in Thursday’s local elections. Independent councillor Ian Barker has emerged as a possible ‘kingmaker’ with sources close to the ongoing negotiations suggesting that he could be prepared to support the Lib Dems, helping them keep […]

Wartime Weekend Back On

Saddleworth’s Wartime Weekend is back on, albeit under a new name and without some of the attractions originally planned. The new show will be called The Yanks Are Back In Saddleworth, and will take place on 13, 14 and 15 August, the same dates as the initial event.

The Wartime Weekend was called off last […]

Labour Domination Of Tameside Council Continues

Labour have strengthened their already dominant position on Tameside Council. The party made two gains in Thursday’s local elections, meaning Labour now holds 46 of the 57 seats on the council, with the Conservatives on nine and two independents.

The Conservatives had hoped to make gains, but finished the night having lost a seat. John […]

Labour Remain Largest Party On Kirklees Council

Labour are still the largest party on Kirklees Council following Thursday’s local elections. They’ve got 24 seats with the Liberal Democrats on 20 and the Conservatives on 19.

There are also four Greens and two independents. Labour gained two seats in Thurday’s poll, while the Conservatives lost two, dashing Tory hopes of becoming the largest […]

Saddleworth Rangers Promotion Confirmed

The promotion of Saddleworth Rangers to the Premier Division of rugby league’s National Conference League has been confirmed. Their only rivals, Normanton Knights, were crushed 78-16 by champions Thatto Heath on Saturday, guaranteeing Saddleworth third place in Division One.

Thatto Heath won the Division One title by an eight-point margin from […]

Diggle End Season In Second

Diggle finished the season in 2nd place in Division One of football’s Huddersfield and District League. They won their last game 5-1 on Thursday away to Moldgreen, to finish ahead of Lepton Highlanders on goal difference.

Uppermill also won their last match, 8-1 against Hepworth on Saturday. That was enough to secure 5th place in […]

First League Win For Delph And Dobcross

Delph and Dobcross managed their first Huddersfield Cricket League win of the season in comprehensive style on Saturday. They thrashed Barkisland by ten wickets at Huddersfield Road.

The visitors lost the toss and were put in to bat. After being reduced to 28/4, they never really recovered, despite a fine 79 by Darren Robinson. Barkisland […]

Staying Chilly With Some Rain

We may be into May but the chilly weather of the weekend is going to stick with us over the next few days, with showers forecast and even the chance of overnight frost.

Today will be the coldest day of all, overcast with the odd bit of rain, and with temperatures struggling to get much […]