The latest news from Monday, October 19th, 2026
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Tameside councillor refuses to step down following ITV exposé
An ex-Reform UK councillor has refused to resign following the release of an ITV exposé.
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Weekend football round-up: New Celtic boss off to a flyer
New Stalybridge Celtic boss Dave Jones got his tenure off to a flying start on Saturday, as his side came from behind to edge a seven-goal thriller with second-placed visitors Prescot Cables.
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GMP’s Special Constabulary mark 195th birthday with day of action in Ashton
Multiple arrests were made when Greater Manchester Police participated in a dedicated day of action in Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Cardiology unit staff help dad celebrate daughter's wedding
A kind-hearted effort from staff at Tameside Hospital meant that a dad who was too unwell to attend his daughter’s wedding was able to celebrate with her on the acute cardiology unit instead.
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Former council leader receives Lifetime Achievement award
Former Leader of Oldham Council, Howard Sykes MBE, has been honoured with the ALDC President's Award for Lifetime Achievement in Local Government at the recent Liberal Democrat Conference.
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The two councils who refused the new government planning changes
Two Greater Manchester councils could be acting unlawfully in less than two weeks after rejecting government changes to the way planning applications are approved and denied.
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Former Reform Councillor's comments to be displayed on ad van
An ad van displaying comments made by former Reform Councillor Raymond Dunning will be driving around Ashton-under-Lyne.
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Greater Manchester Police given £1.8m in Home Office Knife Crime Concentration Fund
Greater Manchester Police has been awarded £1.8m as part of the Home Office Knife Crime Concentration Fund as it looks to increase police patrols, providing more CCTV and support during early prevention work in key hotspot areas.
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Royton Library finds a new temporary home as essential repair works progress
The Royton library will reopen at a temporary location from today (Monday, October 19) ensuring residents can continue to access the service.
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Town Square Car Park reopens additional spaces ahead of festive season
Visitors to Oldham town centre will benefit from increased parking with approximately 126 additional spaces available.
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New Victorian Christmas Fayre being launched in Saddleworth
The Rotary Club of Saddleworth, who has been working in the local community for more than 50 years, is launching a new venture this year with an olden day theme.
