The latest news from Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
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Street Life returns with Star Power & Dinosaurs
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.
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Tameside community icon receives lifetime achievement award
Tameside community icon Mohammed Mizanur Rahman Mizan receives lifetime achievement award at prestigious civic reception,
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Tameside tunes up for the annual Whit Friday Brass Band Contests
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.
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Man arrested as murder probe underway
A man in his 50s has been arrested after another male was found dead at an address on Monday night.
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New CEO starts at homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley
A new Chief Executive Officer has started work at homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley.
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Local adventurer Steve Hill prepares for eighth Uganda Marathon and expands community projects
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.
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WANTED: Help find this man
Can you help locate Anthony Morris (21/10/1998), who is wanted in connection with a burglary?
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Granddaughter supports Dr Kershaw's' Rose to Remember campaign in memory of beloved grandad
A brave little girl is supporting Dr Kershaw’s Hospice’s Rose to Remember campaign in memory of her beloved grandad.
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“I was believed” Man sentenced for rape as survivor speaks of reclaiming her life
Thanks to the bravery of a survivor, a man who raped her has been jailed.
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Police searching for two men to help with theft investigation
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.
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11 bags of rubbish collected in Glossop clean-up effort
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.
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Police appeal for information after mobile phone stolen
Police want to speak to this man (pictured) following the theft of a mobile phone from Boots in Town Square Shopping Centre in Oldham.
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Police appeal for information following a stabbing
Police are appealing for information after a man in his 20s was rushed to hospital with stab wounds late Sunday night (May 3).
