The Oldham Times

5 days ago | theoldhamtimes.co.uk | Jessica Rothwell

A man has been taken to hospital following reports of a stabbing (Image: Spotted: Oldham/ Facebook) A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after reports of a stabbing on a busy road in Oldham last night (June 1). High Street, in Lees, was closed with a large emergency services response spotted at the scene. A police cordon was in place from near Nicholson Street and a number of police vehicles were blocking the road, including unmarked response vehicles.

5 days ago | theoldhamtimes.co.uk | Suzanne Geldard

The 37-year-old does not yet know what the future holds personally. He is out of contract this summer. But after playing a significant role in firing Latics back to the Football League, with a goal in each National League play-off round, he feels this can be the springboard to even more success for the club. "This club deserves to be in the EFL, and they can go again," said Garner. "It's a massive club. I've played at a lot of big clubs but this club's special. "It's a sleeping giant.

5 days ago | theoldhamtimes.co.uk | Kent Lawlor

13 1/1 No, it wasn't a dream. Oldham Athletic are indeed back in the Football League. The Latics mounted a stunning extra-time comeback win in the National League play-off final to secure promotion to League Two in front of 21,000 Latics supporters. One end of Wembley was coloured blue and tangerine by the incredible fans, and here are some of the best images from the day.

5 days ago | theoldhamtimes.co.uk | Jessica Rothwell

Latics fans have been invited to join the club at Boundary Park for a party and a parade around the stadium tonight (June 2). The event will include live music from local bands, victory speeches from management, and players. Scenes we love to see! #oafc pic.twitter.com/2f6ZLBmv6P — Suzanne Geldard (@SuzanneNQNW) June 1, 2025 Performing music will be Two Connors, The Boundary Parkas, Sam Hewitt, and Victor Michael.

5 days ago | theoldhamtimes.co.uk | Jessica Rothwell

The Big Lamp Roundabout is once again the subject of debate (Image: Google) Oldham Council has hit back after the leader of the Oldham Liberal Democrats, Councillor Howard Sykes, criticised the alleged spending of £245,000 on now axed plans for the Big Lamp Roundabout. The council has stated that the figure covers the entire Beal Valley / Broadbent Moss Improvement Scheme and it was 'incorrect' to suggest it was related solely to the roundabout proposal.