Volunteer-led group Friends of Crompton Moor has been key to a pioneering initiative to help protect Manchester from flooding. Working alongside Moors for the Future;…
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Inspirational story of choir hitting all the right notes
IT has taken time to find its voice but a former Shaw-based choir is going from strength to strength. Formed 10 years ago with just…
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Dog owners urged to scoop the poop in ‘Tail of True Love’
CLEANING up dog poo was not just for Valentine’s Day, it’s for life – and animal lovers are asked to play their part. The Dog’s…
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Half-term fun at Dunwood Park
ENJOY some half-term fun in October with free activities for all the family at Dunwood Park in Shaw on Tuesday, October 30 from 11am-1pm. There…
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From Dunwood to Diggle Nordic Walkers put best foot forward
Fourteen Dunwood Park Nordic Walkers enjoyed Spring weather on a delightful walk led by loyal walker, Jane McCann, across Harrop Edge, Diggle. Historical items…
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Shattered peace
HEARTLESS vandals have forced the removal of Peace Poles erected in Dunwood and High Crompton Parks. The Correspondent understands the distinctive poles, decorated with…
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Going pole to pole with Nordic Walkers
MORE than five years after volunteering at the London 2012 Olympics, Jean and John Norman are still doing their bit for the community. Inspired by…
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Peace activist battles snow to finish 25-mile walk for landmines charity
OLDHAM peace activist Richard Outram battled against driving snow and winds to complete a 25-mile walk to raise funds to help clear landmines in Angola.…
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