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New Stalybridge bar get booze licence
The owners of a new Stalybridge bar have assured locals it won’t be like the town’s notorious ‘old Staly Vegas days’.
Inspirational athlete runs 91 miles for charity
An athlete from Tameside has raised over £2.5k for charity through two astonishing challenges.
The area of Tameside where house prices are skyrocketing
On the edge of Greater Manchester sits a village where millionaires and celebrities blend in amongst a tight-knit community. Gee Cross is regarded as the ‘posh bit of Hyde’. Considering the array of cafes, bakeries, pubs and shops on the doorstep of the huge Werneth Low Country Park, it’s clear why house prices are soaring locally.
Stalybridge teacher sentenced for abuse of position of trust
Sam Olsson, of Stonecliffe Terrace, Stalybridge, was sentenced at Bolton Crown Court after he "groomed" his student into a sexual relationship.
Tameside couple amongst winners of Greater Manchester Health and Care Champion Awards 2025
A husband and wife team, who set up a group to support those diagnosed with a terminal lung condition, have been recognised with a major award at the GM Health and Care Champion Awards 2025.
Tameside man shortlisted for Positive Role Model: LGBT Award in 2025 National Diversity Awards
Adam Zane from Tameside has been shortlisted for the Positive Role Model: LGBT Award in this year’s National Diversity Awards in association with HSBC UK.
Droylsden landlady steps up for local children’s charity
Ellie, the landlady of the Halfway House pub in Droylsden, is taking charity fundraising to the next level, and she’s doing it in fancy dress.
NHS staff saddle up for 77th anniversary fundraiser
Staff at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust geared up for some ‘wheelie’ special NHS birthday celebrations at Tameside Hospital last week.
Man with links to Tameside wanted by police
Police are appealing for the public's help to trace a 34-year-old man who has links to North Manchester and Tameside.
Angela Rayner suspended from Unite amid Birmingham bin strike controversy
Unite the Union has suspended deputy prime minister and Ashton-Under-Lyne MP Angela Rayner in the latest escalation of the Birmingham bin strike row.
Vision of change for Stalybridge takes another step forward
Plans for a huge new multi-storey car park and footbridge in Stalybridge have taken another step forward.
Senior member of Tameside Council to shift to Warrington
The interim chief executive, who first joined Tameside Council to assist after the loss of their previous CEO, has landed a government role helping other struggling councils.
Tameside Council announces £1.5 million SEND investment
Tameside Council has announced they will be investing £1.5 million into SEND education across the borough.
Pennine Mencap & Scott’s Lifestyle Achievement
Tameside Council recommends new chief executive
A new permanent chief executive has been recommended for appointment at Tameside Council.
Healthwatch Tameside threatened with closure
A Healthwatch Centre in Tameside has been threatened with closure as part of wider government plans to reform health services in England.
Road works fury in Mossley as images show child in range of digger
Local residents have been left in shock as images from a road works site show a child several feet away from an active digger.
Little Italy's big day
The annual Madonna Del Rosario procession returned to the city streets on Sunday as part of one of Manchester’s longest-standing cultural traditions.
We all went back to the '80s...
Stalybridge’s Bower Fold went back to the ‘80s along Tameside Radio’s Banter Boys Mark and Dan for a special fundraiser organised by Angie Wild.
Tameside Youth Drama stage Disney sensation
Tickets are selling fast for Tameside Youth Theatre’s next production which is none other than the hit musical sensation High School Musical.
Little Picassos are art masters
Dukinfield’s Ravensfield Primary School celebrated their very own Arts Award presentation.
No holds carred at classic show
Dozens of older models were driven into Broadbottom on Saturday for a full weekend featuring music, entertainment, and a judging panel - hosted by the High Peak Classic Car Group.
Temple trekkers step out
Members of the Shree Bharatiya Mandal (SBM) Indian Association Tameside and friends stepped out for their annual fundraising walk recently.
We're record breakers
Students at Stalybridge-based Works4u are celebrating becoming ‘Record Breakers’ after taking part in a Guinness World Record attempt.
Double round for the circle
Volunteer Circle of Friends (Denton) is celebrating after receiving a cash boost of more than £3,300 for its good work in the community.
Willow Wood Hospice Cup returns
The Willow Wood Hospice Cup will be up for grabs again when Mossley AFC face Droylsden FC in a pre-season friendly.
Local walking footballers represent England
Two local walking footballers recently represented their country.
Richard raises £2k for the Christie
A Tameside athlete has raised over £2000 for the Christie.
Tameside bowling club inspires next generation
A local bowling club has been helping inspire the next generation of female bowlers.
Tameside and Glossop NHS Trust among lowest for negligence claims
A recent report has found Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Trust has one of the lowest rates of medical negligence claims in England.
Tameside to benefit from £500M family programme
Families in Tameside will soon benefit from a new service set to give support to parents and young children, the Government has announced.
Council issues statement after Mottram woman fined for flytipping
Tameside Council have urged people to be more cautious when asking others to remove waste on their behalf after a Mottram woman was taken to court.
Fish hook warning after beloved family pet suffers painful and distressing injuries
A GREATER Manchester veterinary clinic is warning dog owners to be extra vigilant while walking their pets near rivers and canals after a much-loved family pet needed emergency treatment to remove three fish hooks.
M60 closed for a second day after horror eight-vehicle smash
Drivers are being warned to expect a second day of closures and delays across the M60 after an eight-vehicle crash yesterday (7th July).
Summer Fayre is a Success: Almost £1,000 Raised for Local Learning Disability Charity
Local businesses, entertainers and volunteers come together to create a family fun day for all to enjoy.
Plans tabled for historic library building regeneration
The upgrades for Stalybridge’s historic art gallery and library have taken a step forward.
30 day closure at two railway stations
A 30-day station closure is likely to cause travel delays for commuters across two Greater Manchester boroughs next month. From August 30 to September 28, no services will run between Stalybridge and Deighton due to major works taking place at Huddersfield Station.
Chaos as M60 is shut off in both directions
The M60 has been closed off in both directions between the Junction 25 Bredbury Interchange (Bredbury A560) and the Junction 1 Pyramid Roundabout (Stockport (Cen), A5145).
Benefits bill changes 'shouldn't be looked at in isolation', Tameside MP says
MP Jonathan Reynolds has spoken out after the government's U-turn on its benefits bill, which will see Pip claimants better protected and some universal credit cuts reversed.
Ashton's Street Life a huge success !
Thousands turned out yesterday for the first ever 'Street Life' event in Ashton Under Lyne.
Government announces plans for neighbourhood health service
The Government has announced its latest plans for a neighbourhood health service to be introduced as part of its 10 Year Health Plan.
Tameside water to see millions in investment
United Utilities has promised to invest £215 million into improving water quality across Tameside across the next five years.
Former bank will be converted into flats
The HSBC bank in Ashton closed down two years ago – now it will be turned into apartments.
Speed restrictions on M67 motorway finally set to go
The speed restrictions that have been holding up drivers on the M67 for two years are finally going.
Mossley murderer John Belfield sentenced to life after killing Thomas Campbell
A drug dealer who tortured and murdered a man in his home in Mossley has been sentenced.
Nominate your neighbours for the Mental Health Community Awards!
The Anthony Seddon Fund has extended its deadline for people to nominate friends, colleagues, and teachers for its Mental Health Community Awards.
Fairfield High School for Girls Wins National Award for Eco-Friendly Asthma Inhaler Innovation
Students from Fairfield High School for Girls in Tameside have been crowned national winners of the Young Green Briton Challenge 2025, thanks to their pioneering project SustainInhale, a concept for a sustainable asthma inhaler aimed at reducing plastic waste and environmental harm.
Tameside criticised in CSE report
How police and councils failed to tackle grooming gangs in Greater Manchester has become a divisive, charged issue — particularly so in Rochdale and Oldham.
Victory! Exhibition marks 80 years since WWII
A new exhibition is set to be launching in Ashton's Portland Basin Museum to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
SEND services in Tameside slammed in latest inspection
‘Widespread’ and ‘systematic’ failings have been in Tameside council’s care of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Veterans' support scheme to launch in Tameside
Tameside Council have confirmed they will be among one of the first areas to benefit from the government's new VALOUR network, which aims to offer tailored support to veterans across the north of England.
Inquest opened after Dukinfield man dies in Cumbria
An inquest has opened after the body of a Dukinfield man was found on a beach in West Cumbria.
Police place a Section 60 authority in city centre following a double stabbing
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has authorised a Section 60 authority in the city centre following a horror double stabbing.
Barney Daniels: A tribute
Local football is in mourning after the death of a true legend.
Rugby legend visits Tameside
England legend Jason Robinson visited Tameside last week supporting a primary school Tag Rugby festival hosted by Ashton Sixth Form college.
Olympic cyclists swap velodrome for kitchen in support of local food project
A group of elite British cyclists, including Paris 2024 Olympic silver medallist Jess Roberts, traded their bikes for aprons as they joined volunteers at the Tameside Meals SEVA Group project based in Hyde Town Hall.
The scheme helping young people thrive at Willow Wood
Local young people are being supported by Willow Wood Hospice’s retail and volunteering teams through a scheme in collaboration with Tameside Council.
Tameside couple take on epic tandem cycling challenges to raise funds for rescue cats and charities
A local Tameside couple, Megan and Mark, have spent the past decade pedalling thousands of miles across the UK, on a tandem bike, all in the name of charity.
Keeping Tameside connected: How one local organisation is fighting digital poverty and e-waste
In an increasingly digital world, where access to technology determines opportunity, one grassroots organisation in Dukinfield is transforming lives, and landfills with their bold and compassionate mission.
Final decision made on controversial pub conversion
A developer has lost an appeal after being refused permission to convert an old pub into a house of multiple occupation (HMO).
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner visits Rayner High School for student Q&A
The Deputy Prime Minister and MP for Ashton-under-Lyne, The Right Honourable Angela Rayner, paid a special visit to Rayner High School last week, engaging with students and offering valuable insights into both her political journey and her current role at the heart of the UK government.
New baby chapel opens at Bowley & Son’s Funeral Home in Ashton
A new funeral home has opened its doors in Ashton, Bowley & Son’s Funeral Directors, added this latest addition to their family-run business which is a place built with compassion, sensitivity, and the heartfelt desire to support local families during their most difficult moments.
Droylsden sisters raise over £20,000 for Breast Cancer Now after battling the disease themselves
Two sisters from Droylsden have turned personal tragedy into a powerful mission to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer Now, after breast cancer struck their family across multiple generations.
Man killed after being hit by car on M60
The M60 was closed for 12 hours yesterday following the collision
Will councils introduce terminal illness rule?
This week, Manchester council announced it was making a ‘pioneering’ move by writing off council tax bills for terminally ill Mancs.
Hedgehog Hideout
Children from Year 5 St. Stephen’s R.C. Primary school, Droylsden, were motivated by a Forest School session, in their own forest, to write about the plight of hedgehogs.
Smoking in pregnancy at an all time low in Tameside
Tameside is celebrating a remarkable public health achievement as smoking during pregnancy hits an all-time low in the borough – giving more babies than ever the healthiest possible start in life.
Wigs, warmth and wisdom: Inside the Wig and Scarf Room at Academy HQ
Every Friday at Academy HQ, tucked away in a quiet room filled with colour, compassion and community spirit, a small team of volunteers offer something far more powerful than wigs and scarves, they offer hope.
St Christopher’s pupils raise over £1,300 for Tameside Hospital
The youngest pupils at St Christopher’s Primary School have proven that even little feet can make a big difference.
Stalybridge Celtic Juniors celebrates 50 years !
This weekend sees massive celebrations at Stalybridge Celtic Juniors as they celebrate their 50th Anniversary on Saturday at their ground on Mossley Road, Ashton under Lyne.
Empty Wilko unit set to be filled
The empty Wilko unit in the heart of Ashton town centre is set to be taken over by Tameside College.
Plans for new Lidl in Audenshaw take step forward
Lidl is pushing ahead with plans to build a new store in Audenshaw.
Hyde Primary Care Network shortlisted for Nursing Times Award
CLEAR dementia transformation project at Hyde Primary Care Network (PCN) shortlisted for Nursing Times Award after delivering £1 million in NHS savings and cutting hospital admissions by 27%.
Nominations for the Mental Health Community Awards are now open!
The Anthony Seddon Fund are looking for local people who go above and beyond to promote positive mental health and wellbeing in the community. It's time to celebrate the amazing people who make a difference in our lives!
Join the fun at The Anthony Seddon Fund open day!
Mark your calendars for a day packed with community spirit, creativity, and well-being at The Anthony Seddon Fund’s annual open day at The Anthony Seddon Centre, 12 George Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, Saturday 12th July, 11am–3pm.
Former Wilko unit approved as a Hub for Post-16 Education
Opportunities to live and learn in Tameside are set to increase following the approval by Tameside Council to lease the former Wilko unit to Tameside College.
Bin crew praised for helping resident with dementia
A bin crew who helped an elderly woman with dementia to get safely back home have been praised for their caring actions.
Tameside resident celebrates over two decades of caring through Shared Lives
Jackie, 61, from Stalybridge supports both Anne and Mel through Shared Lives, a scheme empowering people with a range of needs to share daily life with a carer.
Former pub will become a new restaurant and HMO
An old pub in Ashton will be transformed into a new 54-seat restaurant and a house of multiple occupation (HMO).
Old mattress warehouse will become new apartment block
An old mattress warehouse in Ashton will be transformed into a new apartment block.
Denton dancers jet off to Spain
A Tameside dance school are set to represent their country on a world stage.
Inspiring the next generation
Ahead of the upcoming women’s Euros - which get underway next month in Switzerland - Tameside School Sports Partnership are aiming to raise the profile of girls’ sport, in particular football, in local schools.
“She was groomed in plain sight” — A Hyde father’s harrowing fight to protect his daughter
As the UK begins a national inquiry into grooming gangs, Marlon West tells the heartbreaking story of how his daughter Scarlett was failed by those meant to protect her and the devastating consequences.
Local hero runs Manchester Marathon for Dukinfield’s Together Centre
Lyndsey Bertenshaw took on 26.2 miles to support the community hub close to her heart.
Mother and Son take on Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge for mental health awareness
A determined mother and her 12-year-old son from Stalybridge have taken on the gruelling Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge to raise awareness for men’s mental health, in memory of a beloved family member lost to suicide.
Swimming for a cause: My 21-mile challenge for cancer support
This summer, I’m taking on a challenge that’s both physical and personal, swimming the equivalent of the English Channel, 21 miles or 1,351 lengths of a 25m pool, to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Willow Wood Hospice unveils bold new five-year strategy
Willow Wood Hospice has officially launched a new strategy, setting out its vision to remain at the heart of the Tameside and Glossop communities it serves.
New food hall coming to Stalybridge
An old night club that was once a major hub for revellers in the heyday of ‘Staly Vegas’ will be transformed into a brand-new food hall.
Household support funding for residents in need
Funding to support residents in low-income households is being allocated by Tameside Council.
P.Louise from humble beginnings to beauty empire CEO
Paige Williams, from Droylsden is the dynamic and incredibly inspiring founder and CEO of P.Louise, attributes much of her brand's success to her challenging upbringing and the values instilled in her through those experiences.
Take a walk on the wild side in the high Peak this Spring
Whether you enjoy a challenging hike or a casual stroll, the High Peak caters to a diverse range of preferences.