Saddleworth FM

25/10/2019

09/08/2019

UPDATED: The day after The Oldham Times carried this story...

I received this full statement from Helen Lockwood, Deputy Chief Executive who said: “I can confirm that Stephen Irvine has resigned as Head of Planning at Oldham Council.

“This decision brings to an end any ongoing internal investigations. However, we can confirm that the allegations made were not related to his role in supporting the Council’s planning committee nor to the advice or outcome of any planning decision.

“We regret that the details of an internal process relating to an employee were made public before we had chance to undertake an investigation or reach any conclusion as to the validity of those allegations.

“We wish Steve well in the future and thank him for all his hard work for Oldham Council over the years.”

08/08/2019

Are drones being used by thieves to pinpoint vulnerable sites before thefts of ancient flagstones?

An Uppermill villager, who does not want to be named, said a drone was sighted near the ancient parish church of St Chads before more than 20 flagstones were taken from outside the church last night.

He said: “I believe the attack on the church was targeted. A drone had been sighted in the vicinity of the church prior to the theft.

“The thieves must have been disturbed because several flagstones were propped up ready for taking away.”

06/08/2019

Modest hero of the hills Peter Hyde received a top honour from a GMP territorial commander for his “inspirational commitment” to the community at a surprise presentation on Tuesday night.

The Regional Commanders Personal award was presented by Neil Evans, who heads up GMPs Oldham, Rochdale and Tameside divisions. Mr Hyde has been a member of Oldham Mountain Rescue Team for 54 years. His wife, Jean, who attended the ceremony, said: “I’m delighted and so proud of Peter.”

Hear, hear ... so are we Peter. OMRT, heroes all!

06/08/2019

Road traffic accident at Scouthead this afternoon blocked A62 for an hour leading to diversions. Road cleared now

05/08/2019

https://www.oldham-chronicle.co.uk/news-features/139/main-news/129539/transport-secretary-challenged-over-greenfield-station

Saddleworth’s youngest parish councillor has written to the Government’s new Minister of Transport asking for urgent...

05/08/2019

https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/17816020.planning-chief-suspended-amid-39-gross-misconduct-39-allegations/

OLDHAM’S head of planning Stephen Irvine has been suspended amid claims of “gross misconduct”, with the borough’s Liberal Democrat leader…

04/08/2019

With concerns over Whalley Bridge, DOBCROSS NEWS asked United Utilities for a view on Dovestones Reservoir.

Their spokesman said: “There is absolutely no cause for concern with Dovestone.

”We checked all our dams in the area immediately after the recent heavy rain and none give cause for concern at this time.

”We routinely inspect each dam every 48 hours, but we have increased the frequency to every 24 hours following the situation at Whaley Bridge.

“We also carry out additional inspections twice a year, and an independent inspection every ten years.

“However, Dovestone is far newer than the one at Todbrook – it was built in the 1960s and is more robust.

”We have led the industry by using a reservoir risk tool for the last ten years. It exceeds legal requirements and identifies issues well in advance, so they are resolved before they become a problem.”

03/08/2019

Flooding alert...

https://youtu.be/2VzCuOUv3cg

Partner agencies will be delivering important flood safety messages to residents in Stockport this afternoon.

A factsheet produced by Stockport Council will be delivered by GMP officers, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service crews, and officers and soldiers from the British Army.

Assistant Chief Constable Nick Bailey talks about the ongoing operation in Marple and the surrounding areas.

03/08/2019

THE new Saddleworth School...
here first
https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/17811612.head-teacher-39-s-call-community-unite-hurdle-new-saddleworth-school-cleared/

THE executive head teacher of a school riven by years of bitter strife has issued a rallying call to a community.

01/08/2019

SCAM – BE AWARE... sent by Action Fraud::

Action Fraud has received 63 reports about a scam in which fraudsters target people with offers of “low cost” loans or “free” government grants. What the victims aren’t told is that the money they’ll receive is actually an advance payment for Universal Credit.

The criminals use the personal information they’ve obtain under false pretences to make an application in the victim’s name. After the fraudsters have taken their “fee” from the advance payment, the victim is then left to pay back the total amount once their repayments begin.

How you can protect yourself:
Never share your personal or financial information with someone you don’t know and trust, especially if it’s in response to an offer of “free money” or a “free grant”.

Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) staff will never approach you in the street or ask for your personal/financial details over social media.

If you have concerns about your benefits, you should visit www.gov.uk/contact-jobcentre-plus

If you suspect your identity may have been stolen, you can check your credit rating quickly and easily online. You should do this every few months anyway, using a reputable service provider and following up on any unexpected or suspicious results.

Jobcentre Plus contact details for claims, appointments, help finding a job and finding your nearest Jobcentre Plus

01/08/2019

SPARE a caring thought today for all our farmers and the trials and tribulations they are facing in the current weather ...

31/07/2019

HAVE you seen this banner? Gallery Oldham need some help to locate a missing banner from the Peterloo massacre.

This year marks 200 years since people from all over Greater Manchester and Lancashire marched into Manchester to protest.

Currently there is only one known surviving banner from the Peterloo Massacre, which is on display at Touchstones Rochdale.

As part of the Peterloo Bicentenary, Gallery Oldham want to track this banner down.

So, do you have a relative who moved to Blackpool in the early 1920s? Or have any family ties to the Peterloo Massacre? If you do and you think you might know where the missing banner please contact the Gallery.

The Chadderton flag was made of green and white silk.

It’s about 3.5m long by 2.5m wide and it bore the words “Chadderton Political Union, United we stand, Divided we fall, No Corn Laws, Universal Suffrage, Vote by Ballot and Labour the Source of wealth”. On the reverse side was a pair of clasped hands.

Sean Baggaley, Senior Curator at Gallery Oldham, said “The banner may be nothing much to look at after 200 years. It might be faded, rolled up and perhaps even torn and moth eaten. But it has irreplaceable historic importance.

”To find this banner would be absolutely amazing and we really hope to it track down.”

If you think you’ve found the banner, contact Gallery Oldham by email at [email protected] or by phone on 0161 770 4742.

30/07/2019

The summer pearls of love have arrived...if you don’t know what they are, don’t ask. And if you do, don’t ask for their location. 🤓🐝

29/07/2019

HOW did your medical practice rate?
https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/17801518.best-worst-gps-surgeries-oldham/

PATIENTS in Oldham are marginally more satisfied with their GP surgeries this year than last, an annual survey has revealed.

29/07/2019

Do you have a great idea on how to improve your local area? Oldham Cares is once again inviting residents and communities to come forward with their suggestions as the applications to receive Fast Grants reopen.
With amounts available from £50 to £500, this funding, which is designed to bring communities together, could be spent on anything from encouraging your local community to be fit and healthy to running a Play Street activity in your neighbourhood.
More than 70 community organisations have already received grants since the scheme first started in September 2018.
Successful projects include an East meets West dress making course run by the Fatima Women’s Group and the building of a Chinese dragon for Spotlight Theatre’s next production – Aladdin.
Breathe Easy, a support and advice group for people with breathing difficulties, was also awarded a grant to continue to communicate with their members.
And it was time for tea and celebration for Chadderton Together after they were awarded a Fast Grant to continue running tea dances for older adults at Chadderton Town Hall – a lifeline for residents who enjoy socialising with new friends.
Councillor Zahid Chauhan, Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing said: “We’ve already had some really good success stories come from this funding and we want this to continue.
“These funds are available for the benefit of Oldham, so if you have an idea on how you could improve your area, we would love to hear from you. The application form will only take five minitues of your time to fill out, so what are you waiting for?”
The Fast Grants have again been made available through the Thriving Communities programme which focuses on building on the strengths that already exist within our communities.
Applicants can apply for a Fast Grant by visiting www.oldhamcares.com/fast-grants or by emailing [email protected] if you have a question about the fund.

Do you have a great idea which could improve your local area and bring your community closer together? Yes? Well you are in the right place because applications have now reopened to apply for more …

29/07/2019

Police are liaising with the Environment Agency and GMFRS after flood warnings in Greater Manchester.

We're encouraging people to stay alert after heavy rainfall in several areas across Greater Manchester including , , , and .

Check the flood level in your local area by calling Floodline on 0345 9881188 and follow for updates.

More information about flood warnings can be found here https://flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk/what-to-do-in-a-flood?utm_source=warning&utm_medium=gov.uk&utm_campaign=respond&utm_content=national-view

Check your risk of flooding: get current flood warnings, river and sea levels, check the 5-day forecast or use flood risk maps

29/07/2019

Tree down at delph. Diversions via grains road

29/07/2019

Trees blocking Bridge Street/Carr Lane Uppermill.

29/07/2019

Reports of flooding Platting Road Scouthead abd Tree down at Denshaw
Are you safe?

28/07/2019

Flooding alert ... useful numbers. But if we can help you shout out 🤓🐝 DOBCROSS NEWS

28/07/2019

:: shhh... just in case you failed to hear ...it’s Yorkshire Day today in Saddleworth.

And despite the dip in the weather the Trojan efforts of a dedicated team who have been working tirelessly to stage event cane up roses for everyone concerned.

Special praise for Brenda (that’s her smiling and holding the roses) and her support crew from Robert Rodgers who read the Yorkshire Declaration and Cllr Jamie Curley, chair of Saddleworth Parish Council, who placed a garland of roses around the shoulders of celebrated local poet Ammon Wrigley.

Brenda pulled the whole event and country fair together in record time and thanked everyone who had helped with special reference to Marie Whitehead who has been a massive part of this - she has been a very active member in ensuring the event went ahead.

There was a wide selection of stalls and a dog show and other events scheduled this afternoon at King George playing fields Uppermill

The poet wrote:

“Home to Saddleworth what more do I need than the hills I love and the men they breed.

“And I’ll roam no more for ne’er have I found more kindler hearts or a dearer ground ...”::

28/07/2019

NOT a good day for hanging out the washing ... more heavy rain forecast.

But be of good heart ... it’s Yorkshire Day.

Support the Trojan efforts of a dedicated team who have been working tirelessly to stage today’s event.

And I’m reminded of the words of celebrated locsl poet Ammon Wrigley (that’s him pictured). He wrote:

“Home to Saddleworth what more do I need than the hills I love and the men they breed.

“And I’ll roam no more for ne’er have I found more kindler hearts or a dearer ground ...”

Thank you Cllr Jamie Curley, who will be laying a garland at the ceremony this morning.

27/07/2019

:::: they’ve done it! Our Oldham Mountain Team have competed their Three Peaks challenge in 22h 57 min

26/07/2019

NEWS:: Over 100 weapons have been handed in to officers across Greater Manchester during the first week of the fi****ms surrender

A WW2 machine gun is just one of a number of weapons handed in to GMP during surrender

Weapons include air rifles, MP5’s and soft air guns as well as a range of deactivated fi****ms, including an AK 47, an U*i sub-machine gun and a Bren WW2 machine gun.

A Brocock revolver, which is illegal to possess, has also been handed in as part of the surrender.

The fi****ms surrender runs until Sunday 4 August and you can hand weapons in to any of the 12 designated police stations across Greater Manchester.

25/07/2019

These heroes of the snows from Oldham mountain rescue begin the three peaks challenge around 06:00 tomorrow morning.

Iain Dredge , Ian Atherton, Craig Atherton will be attempting the challenge with our driver Dan Atherton.

Theybare starting at Ben Nevis before heading to Scafell Pile and then down to Snowdon.

They aim to complete the challenge within 24 hour.

Please find like to just giving page:

http://www.justgiving.com/Iain-Dredge6?utm_id=124

25/07/2019

How did you stay cool today?

25/07/2019

https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/17792004.gm-mayor-andy-burnham-vows-honour-saddleworth-moors-visit-pledge/

GREATER Manchester mayor Andy Burnham will make a fact-finding visit to listen to issues surrounding a beleaguered iconic beauty spot.

24/07/2019

https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/17788951.popular-brewery-denied-permission-tap-

A POPULAR Saddleworth microbrewery has been denied planning permission for a tap room after neighbouring residents complained it had turned into a…

24/07/2019

From GMP Saddleworth the Lees
*****Catalytic Converter Thefts******

We have been notified of several reports of theft of catalytic converters especially from Honda vehicles. A catalytic converter is part of the exhaust system and your vehicle won't work without it.

There are several websites that sell security locking systems commonly known as "Car Locks" however prices vary from company to company. We recommend you research this subject in order to safeguard yourself against this type of theft.

It is quiet an expensive item to replace and inconvenient to find your vehicle wont work without it.

If you are the victim of a crime please report it by ringing 101 or visiting the GMP website and click on the "LIve Chat" icon

24/07/2019

The funeral of PC Shazad Saddique took place at the Madina Mosque in Oldham and Chadderton Cemetery yesterday (Tuesday 23 July). Hundreds of people turned out to pay tribute to the 38-year-old who died suddenly while on holiday with his family in Scotland.

24/07/2019

‪IT’s a fair cop. Treat your children and yourselves the Scouthead and Austerlands Fun Day at Dawson’s Field A62 Huddersfield Road Scouthead from 11 till 3 Thursday. Free entry. Loads of fun... ‬

24/07/2019

https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/17787915.band-club-wins-coveted-real-ale-award-second-year-running/

Kind Regards News @ Ken : 07802 966922

A HUMBLE village band club has claimed a glittering accolade for the second consecutive year from the country’s real ale watchdog.

23/07/2019

News ...
Did you witness a robbery in Greenacres Cemetery in Oldham?

Officers are appealing for information after a woman in her 60s and her daughter were targeted whilst laying flowers on the grave of relative at the cemetery on Greenacres Road.

At around 2.45pm on Sunday 21 July 2019, a man armed with a knife approached the family members and made threats.

He demanded the keys to their car and tried to sn**ch the woman’s handbag before eventually fleeing empty handed after a short struggle.

The offender fled on foot in the direction of Constantine Street.

The two women were left with cuts and bruises and are incredibly shaken by their ordeal.

The offender is described as a white, aged between 18-25 years, of slim build and around 5ft 10ins tall.

He was wearing a grey hooded top with horizontal stripes across the chest.

Detective Sergeant Alex Wilkinson, of GMP’s Oldham district, said: “This was a cowardly attack on two women who were simply visiting the grave of a loved one to pay their respects.

“The incident has left them both very shaken and we’re urging anyone who witnessed this attack or has any information that could assist our enquiries to please get in touch.

“We will have extra police patrols in the area over the coming days so please approach these officers with any concerns or queries and they’ll assist in any way they can.”

Anyone with information about the robbery should call police on 0161 856 4555 or 101 quoting incident number 1875 of 21/07/19.

Details can also be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.