The latest news from Wednesday, May 6th, 2026

Ashton is preparing for one of its most ambitious community celebrations yet, as Street Life returns for its 4th edition on Saturday, 6th June and this year promises to be bigger, bolder, and more imaginative than ever.

Tameside community icon Mohammed Mizanur Rahman Mizan receives lifetime achievement award at prestigious civic reception,

Tameside is set to come alive with the unmistakable sound of live brass music as residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a spectacular afternoon and evening at this year’s Whit Friday Brass Band Contests.

A man in his 50s has been arrested after another male was found dead at an address on Monday night.

A new Chief Executive Officer has started work at homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley.

A dedicated deputy headteacher and adventurer - Steve Hill MBE - is preparing to return to Uganda later this month for a journey packed with endurance sport and meaningful community work.

Can you help locate Anthony Morris (21/10/1998), who is wanted in connection with a burglary?

A brave little girl is supporting Dr Kershaw’s Hospice’s Rose to Remember campaign in memory of her beloved grandad.

Thanks to the bravery of a survivor, a man who raped her has been jailed.

Police would like to speak to these two men as they believe they can help with their investigation of theft from Trade Vans Direct Ltd, Huddersfield Road, Oldham at around 8:42am on Sunday, May 3, 2026.

McDonald’s crew from the Wren Nest Retail Park in Glossop teamed up with Glossop North End Community Club for a litter pick, as part of an effort to keep their local areas tidy. 

Police want to speak to this man (pictured) following the theft of a mobile phone from Boots in Town Square Shopping Centre in Oldham.

Police are appealing for information after a man in his 20s was rushed to hospital with stab wounds late Sunday night (May 3).