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'Hate has no place here. Everyone in Oldham deserves to feel safe.'
Cllr Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council, has shared a heartfelt message during National Hate Crime Awareness Week, reminding residents of the importance of standing together.
She spoke with pride about the town’s rich mix of communities and said Oldham is at its best when people stand side by side, supporting one another and showing kindness.
Cllr Shah has encouraged residents to speak out if they ever experience or witness hate.
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Pay later, cheer even louder
It’s now easier than ever for Oldham RLFC Fans to back the Roughyeds.
For the first time ever, you can pay for your season ticket in instalments directly through the club.
You can spread the cost and save with an early bird payment plan available now, and you can watch the Roughyeds in style with the new 450 Club matchday experience including a player meet and greet, pie and peas, padded seats and pre and post-match presentations.
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Spooky fun at the Spindles this half term
Looking for something frightfully fun to do with the kids this half term? Head to Spindles Shopping Centre on Saturday 25 October, from 12–4pm, for a fang-tastic day of free family entertainment at the next Spindles Kids Club.
Little ones can enjoy face painting (outside The Perfume Shop), get creative with Halloween crafts (near Next), and even try out retro arcade games (opposite Next).
And that’s not all, the ever-popular Halloween Trail is also back.
From Saturday 25 October to Sunday 2 November, families can explore the Spindles, Market and Town Centre to hunt down hidden Halloween items.
Complete your trail form and post it in the box near Next for a chance to win an Oldham Gift Card.
The lucky winner will be drawn on Tuesday 4 November, so get your costumes ready and join the spooky fun
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Remembrance Sunday – honouring those who served
Remembrance Sunday is approaching – a time for us to honour and remember all those who served and sacrificed for our country.
Civic services, held in partnership with the Royal British Legion, will be taking place across Oldham on Sunday 9 November as an opportunity for reflection, gratitude and unity.
You can view all meeting points, processions, and service times by clicking [here.]([link removed])
[Cllr Arooj Shah with members of SAWN and the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) team]
Don’t miss out – final days to apply for grants of up to £20,000
Oldham Council is encouraging local community groups, schools and charities to apply now for the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) Community Fund before the Monday 27 October deadline.
The £250,000 fund offers grants up to £20,000 to help create or improve community spaces and facilities.
TRU recently visited Support and Action for Women’s Network (SAWN), an Oldham-based charity that supports Black and Asian minority ethnic women.
The TRU Community Fund helped create a new community cabin at SAWN’s Chadderton allotment site.
Councillor Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council, said: “Community organisations like SAWN do incredible work supporting local people, and it’s wonderful to see how TRU funding has enhanced their facilities. I encourage other eligible groups in Oldham and across the route to apply before the deadline.”
Applications can be submitted via the TRU Community Fund campaign page at [www.thetrupgrade.co.uk/communityfund.]([link removed].)
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The Post Office is officially back in Spindles
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome this much-loved service back to the heart of town.
Based in what used to be Clinton Cards in the Spindles shopping centre, it's now easier than ever to post, collect and stay connected while you shop.
So make sure you pop in and say hello next time you’re passing.
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Free SEND drop-in for advice and support
Do you have a child or young person (0–25) with special educational needs or disabilities?
Oldham Parent Carer Forum is proud to be working with Family Hubs across Oldham.
Come along to their drop-in for advice, support, or just a friendly chat at Stanley Road Family Hub, Derby Street, OL9 7HX, from 9-11am on Monday 20 October.
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Keep it clean, keep it cosy this season
A well-maintained stove and chimney don’t just keep you warm — they keep your home safer, cleaner, and more efficient.
Get your chimney swept once a year and have your stove checked and cleaned regularly.
Doing so helps to produce more heat, reduces pollution and saves money in the long-run.
Learn how to burn better this winter at [www.burnbettergm.co.uk]([link removed])
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