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Woolas Accused Of Manipulating Image

The image in question. (via Nick Thornsby)

Saddleworth MP Phil Woolas has been accused of manipulating an image of his election rival Elwyn Watkins. The allegedly photoshopped image of Mr Watkins in front of a row of police officers appeared in one of Mr Woolas’ leaflets during the general election campaign.

The allegations were […]

Exclusive: A62 Getting Safer In Kirklees, Too

The A62 between Marsden and Standedge.

The number of road crashes on the A62 has fallen in Kirklees as well as Saddleworth. Figures obtained by Saddleworth News show there were a total of just six accidents between Slaithwaite and Standedge between the start of 2008 and the end of May this year. That’s a […]

Tories Call For Cut In Councillors’ Allowances

Kashif Ali, pictured during the general election campaign.

The Conservatives in Oldham East and Saddleworth have called for a sharp cut in the allowances given to each member of Oldham Council. The party’s local spokesman, Kashif Ali, said he’d like to see an “immediate” 20% reduction, and he’s also threatened to “name and shame” […]

Pub Chain Investigates Shambles Closure

The Shambles closed earlier this week.

The pub chain which owns The Shambles in Dobcross has said it is investigating the apparent decision by the landlord to close it. The pub has been shut all week, and local people have seen items of value being removed from the premises, suggesting the landlord was moving […]

Brownhill Food Festival This Sunday

The Brownhill Food Festival is on this Sunday. The event takes place at the Brownhill Countryside Centre, which is next to the Wool Road roundabout between Dobcross and Uppermill.

All kinds of local food and drink suppliers will be setting up stalls at the festival, which runs between 11am and 4pm. Among them will be […]

Church Inn Gets Manchester Confidential Review

The Church Inn above Uppermill has been visited by a critic from the food and culture website Manchester Confidential. The reviewer had kind words to say about the portion sizes at the pub, but wasn’t so keen on the service.

The website is known for its often caustic reviews of Manchester’s bars and restaurants. That […]