Author: Tony Bugby

First published in the Saddleworth Independent   FIVE hundred volunteers are needed in Greater Manchester and East Cheshire volunteers to join a leading phase three Covid-19 vaccine study taking place in the region. The study will test the safety and effectiveness of a promising new vaccine, developed by US biotechnology company Novavax, across a broad…

First published in the Saddleworth Independent   WATERHEAD Warriors have welcomed home Brad Jinks and Callum Cameron following their release by Super League clubs. Joint-coach Jon Perks is delighted to have the pair, both aged 19, back on board at Peach Road. The versatile Jinks, who can play hooker, half back or loose forward, had…

First published in the Saddleworth Independent   MULTIPLE major winner Anne Head was victorious in Mr Captain’s Prize at Saddleworth Golf Club. The retired local government officer overturned a five-shot deficit after the opening round to triumph in the 36-hole event. Anne Head Anne, who was playing off 11, returned nett scores of 73 and…

First published in the Saddleworth Independent   Saddleworth team in Royal Pro-Am A TEAM from Saddleworth took part in the Royal Pro-Am, an event which took place at Royal Birkdale and Royal Lytham. Professional Andy Earlam was joined by amateurs Marcus Wray, Joe Ridley and Tony Isaacs. Share this story: Related stories

First published in the Saddleworth Independent   “Have you seen the Perfect Ten ?”, is the question that the Greater Manchester Birding City Region Project are asking to Greater Manchester residents and visitors. The Greater Manchester Birding City Region Project are promoting “The Perfect Ten” as part of the third Greater Manchester Green Summit, taking…