Here are this weekend's football friendlies.
SATURDAY
Football
FRIENDLIES: Curzon Ashton v Wrexham, Trafford v Curzon Ashton, Ashton United v Droylsden, Stockport Town v Mossley, Airbus UK v Glossop, Abbey Hey v Stalybridge Celtic, Oldham Athletic v Rochdale
Personalised packs help youngsters going into care
Nicola introduced 'Welcome into Our Care' packs after being deeply moved by a child entering care with nothing of her own.
Dare to Know Theatre set to dazzle art galleries with live performances
Following their incredible success, Oldham-based Theatre Company, Dare to Know is returning to the stage for a Spring 2026 tour . . . taking on new spaces and offering the chance to see the show that topped Manchester’s theatre scene.
Last bank in Failsworth turned into flats
Failsworth’s last bank will be transformed into seven one-bedroom apartments and a co-working lounge.
Chesterfield v Latics: bad and good news
Let’s start with the bad news. James Reade, economics professor at Reading university, has been in touch about my assertion last week that Latics require 1.8333 points per game to reach 71 points. By his calculations, which are far more trustworthy than mine – who says you won’t amount to anything without GCSE maths? – Latics will need more than 71 points to clinch seventh place this season. Professor Reade reckons the target is a minimum of 74 points.
