The latest news from Thursday, April 30th, 2026
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ELECTION PREVIEW: The lay of the land in Tameside ahead of the local elections
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New mural honours the Hitman
A striking new mural honouring boxing legend Ricky Hatton has been unveiled at Glossop Padel, celebrating the life and legacy of one of the area’s most beloved sporting figures.
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Man wanted by police
Police are appealing for help to find Stephen Coldwell (pictured), who is wanted on recall to prison.
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New Oldham & Tameside project celebrates dance heritage
A new heritage project to preserve and celebrate dance heritage across Oldham and Tameside invites local residents to get involved.
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Local swim school celebrates a decade since transforming derelict pub into community hub
Local swim school, Puddle Ducks Greater Manchester is celebrating a decade on from transforming a derelict local pub into family-friendly community hub Aqua Nurture.
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Call demand reaches highest levels for 2026 during Response Policing Week as officers and staff praised for their efforts
Response officers in Greater Manchester, including Oldham, have been celebrated this week.
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New Portland Basin Museum exhibition explores Tameside’s medical past
Visitors can learn about Tameside’s medicine history in a new exhibition at Portland Basin Museum.
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Fireworks warning at Dove Stone
Police are concerned after discarded firework casings were found on Wednesday in one of the upper fields at Dove Stone, the well known popular Saddleworth beauty spot.
