A teenager from Tameside has achieved a rare milestone after completing 250 junior parkruns, becoming the first in the borough to do so. Harry Bousie, 14, reached the landmark at the end of last year, finishing his 250th run on December 28 at Hyde junior parkrun. Read more:

An Ashton-under-Lyne primary school hopes to soon be basking in the sun’s glow as it will have solar panels installed. The Heys, on Whiteacre Road, has been selected by the Department for Education to receive the energy-generating technology in a bid to save on running costs and

A family-run recruitment business based in Hyde is celebrating regional recognition. Walker Lovell, on Manchester Road, has been shortlisted in two categories at this year’s North West Family Business Awards. The firm has earned a place on the shortlist for Business Services,

Blustery conditions failed to dampen spirits at Waterloo and Taunton Conservative Club in Ashton-under-Lyne, where members turned out in force for a weekend of Easter celebrations. The inclement weather brought by Storm Dave meant plans to officially open the club’s crown green

AN EVENING of live music is set to take centre stage at a major Manchester venue in aid of a Tameside-based charity. The Anthony Seddon Fund is preparing to host its first-ever Battle of the Bands event. Taking place on Thursday, April 23, at the BACKSTAGE CLUB inside Co-op

A local Rotary club is continuing its support for a community group helping people living with dementia and their families. Members of Dukinfield and Stalybridge Rotary Club have been backing the Dementia Warriors group, which meets every Monday afternoon at Dukinfield Moravian

Residents are being invited to start their day with a purpose at a special fundraising breakfast event in Guide Bridge. The Brilliant Breakfast will take place at Guide Bridge Theatre on April 17, raising money to support The King's Trust. Find out more: https://t.co/8HXoUnluKN

Uppermill Band is to treat people to A Grand Day Out at its latest concert. And Wallace and Gromit will again be the inspiration. Following last summer’s success of The Wrong Trousers Live, which saw sold out performances and even a waiting list for tickets, it is returning

A Hyde GP surgery has identified new cases of diabetes, high blood pressure and other early-stage conditions by employing a pop-up health bus. The Brooke Surgery carried out more than 1,000 checks and interventions between March 2 and 8 after setting up outside the practice on

Stalybridge Street Fest made a welcome return, drawing crowds back to the heart of the town. Armentieres Square was filled, as people gathered to enjoy the atmosphere. Organisers will be encouraged by the strong turnout, with the festival once again proving to be a popular

Residents at a care home in Stalybridge came together to celebrate Good Friday with a day of Easter-themed activities. Those living at Millbrook Care Home enjoyed a range of events designed to bring people together and mark the seasonal occasion. Read more:

A community club in Stalybridge has raised more than £2,000 for charity following a successful fundraising event. Members at Stanley Square Conservative Club collected an impressive £2,084 during a charity afternoon extravaganza held in March, with proceeds split equally between

Students from Tameside College are celebrating after taking first place in the Greater Manchester Skills Competitions with a striking piece of artwork now on public display. The Aspirations students, working alongside local artist Simon Mound, created the eye-catching “unity

Football fans and residents in Stalybridge are being encouraged to lace up their walking boots and take part in a charity challenge later this month. The Stalybridge Celtic Supporters Association will host the second Stalybridge Three Peaks event on April 25, raising money for

A homelessness charity in Mossley celebrated the launch of a new shopping space at its Spring Fayre. Emmaus Mossley welcomed local residents and supporters to its Longlands Mill site for a day filled with activities, entertainment and bargain hunting. Read more:

A large-scale support event bringing together more than 30 organisations is set to return to Tameside. The Proud To Be Me autism information event will take place on Thursday, April 23, at Oxford Park Community Sports Centre in Ashton-under-Lyne https://t.co/ekZIbOYMbB

Tameside's Green Party has declared it wants to turn the borough into a new colour after announcing its candidates for the local elections. The group is on a high after Hannah Spencer became Denton’s new MP in the recent Gorton and Denton by-election. Now it has revealed its

Emergency services are at the scene of another moorland fire at Dovestone Reservoir Smoke can be seen across the area. One of our readers has been in touch with images from the scene 📸 Ken Hulmes

S P R I N G • F E S T I V A L We’re here in Ashton Market Square and the sun is shining! Come down and join the fun today (until 4pm) — with free rides including a carousel and helter-skelter, plus live performances, music, and plenty for the kids. Face painting, arts and

An investigation is underway after several vehicles were damaged on a street in Mossley, with reports suggesting a corrosive substance may have been used. Greater Manchester Police said officers are dealing with multiple incidents on King Street https://t.co/o4WkYfN969