First published in the Saddleworth Independent MORE than 1,545 face coverings have been crafted by Dovestone Women’s Institute during their latest campaign to help the community through the coronavirus outbreak. And they have provided £910 worth of food to Oldham Foodbank and Sandwich Angels thanks to donations for the free face coverings. A team…
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Cabinet posts for Saddleworth councillors
First published in the Saddleworth Independent TWO Saddleworth councillors have been appointed to Oldham Council’s new look Cabinet team. But none have been handed any of the nine top roles by the authority’s leader, Councillor Sean Fielding. George Hulme, one of Oldham’s youngest councillors and elected for the first time in Saddleworth North two…
Coping with Covid-19 – sporting stars adapt to lockdown
First published in the Saddleworth Independent INTERNATIONAL modern pentathlete Olivia Green has been forced to improvise to maintain a training regime during lockdown. The 20-year-old from Lydgate, unable to train in the pool, has taken to the water with swims in the River Avon near the centre of Bath and close to the famous…
Two for one at Saddleworth!
First published in the Saddleworth Independent GOLFER Mike Shore has scored his 14th hole-in-one at the age of 84. The latest ace shot for the Saddleworth member came at 10th hole.Using a seven wood, Mike sank his tee shot on the challenging, uphill 150-yard hole. And it was achieved with playing partner Ross Sutton…
Rugby clubs consider measures for return
First published in the Saddleworth Independent WATERHEAD Warriors have reservations about playing in a regionalised tournament if amateur rugby league returns in an abbreviated campaign. The National Conference League has suspended all its competitions but explained there is a chance some local tournaments could take place to gives sides some competitive action. That would…
Accounts Manager celebrates 15 years with law firm
First published in Around Saddleworth Table of Contents Accounts Manager celebrates 15 years with law firm Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers Celebrating 15 years with the law firm, 32-year-old Rick Mills joined Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers. Starting out as an Accounts Junior he has since become Accounts Manager for Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers…
Top Pair Fly High at Saddleworth Golf Club
First published in Around Saddleworth Flying High at Saddleworth Golf Club A BB medal at Saddleworth Golf Club produced a dramatic CPO on nett 59 with the formidable pair of James Fahey and Adam Pritchard edging out Dave Ashton and James Mooney. James a Jet 2 pilot certainly took off again after finding the dizzy…
The Pen & Pencil set to open on 8th July
First published in Manchester’s Finest July 4, 2020 The Northern Quarter bar and restaurant are getting ready to open… We’re all pretty familiar with The Pen & Pencil – over on Hilton Street – well, you’ll be pleased to know that they’ll be reopening this Wednesday 8th July after being locked up for three…
Willow Wood Virtual Dog Show
First published in Around Saddleworth WILLOW WOOD VIRTUAL DOG SHOW Do you think your dog is a winner? Is your pup the cutest ever? Or does your dog enjoy rolling in the mud, making funny faces or dressing up? If so, Willow Wood wants to hear from you. “We’re having to look at different ways…
This Manchester restaurant will disinfects you as you enter in a new decontamination booth
First published in Manchester’s Finest July 3, 2020 This might just be the new normal! Zouk Tea Bar & Grill will be reopening this Saturday but has decided to take no chances when it comes to the safety of their customers and staff with a full decontamination booth. Founder Tayub Amjad commented ‘We are…