The latest news from Friday, October 9th, 2026
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New Droylsden Marina development officially tabled
The vision for a new ‘waterfront neighbourhood’ at Droylsden Marina has been tabled, but locals say it’s still too big.
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Stalybridge Street Fest returns tonight (come rain or shine)
Stalybridge is set for an evening of live music, family entertainment, and street food as Stalybridge Street Fest returns to Armentieres Square tonight (Friday, October 9).
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Poplar Street Primary School celebrates positive Ofsted report
Pupils at Poplar Street Primary School in Audenshaw enjoy learning in a school that is “happy, safe and welcoming”, according to its latest Ofsted inspection.
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A historic Grade II listed family chip shop is up for sale
The chraracter-filled chip shop on King Street, Delph, has been in the hands of the hugely popular Isherwood family since the 1970s.
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Decision on Droylsden landmark due next week
The fate of one of Droylsden’s most recognisable buildings will be decided next week.
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Oldham Coliseum names playwright Sarah Nelson and actor Mark Newsome as its first Artists in Residence
Award-winning playwright Sarah Nelson and actor Mark Newsome have been named Oldham Coliseum Theatre's inaugural Artists in Residence.
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Green heads to Oldham
Lucas Green is the latest addition to the Roughyeds squad with the former Keighley forward becoming Oldham’s 13th signing ahead of the 2027 season.
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Criticism as council details improvement following 2025 housing inspection
A Reform councillor has accused council bosses of ‘covering their a***s’ after a damning housing inspection report in Oldham last year.
