Oldham Today Rewound

Mike Gill and Ian Wolstenholme chat with local Nigerian queer poet JANOMA OMENA about her debut collection.

Once again, Oldham's talented musical family - Wayne, Melanie and Louise Marshall, return to Oldham Parish Church for a musical celebration in aid of Dr Kershaw's Hospice and in memory of Costella Marshall.The concert features contributions from the Hope Singers, Paul Firth, Michael Korshinevsky, Harry Priestley, Alicia Marsden, James Marshall, John Marshall.The programme was produced for Oldham Community Radio by Ian Wolstenholme

A special one-hour conversation between the Chair of Saddleworth Carer's Group, DR EAMONN O'DALY and KEN BENNETT which looks at dementia in its many guises.If you are a sufferer, or know of someone who is, this empathetic conversation may offer practical advice.For more information about the Saddleworth Carers Group, contact Dr E O'Daly on 01457 810614 or Mariliyn Davies on 07791 937920 or email mdavies552@hotmail.com

We are joined on the programme by members of Turning Point Oldham to chat about drug and alcohol rehabilitation and how people suffering can seek help.

Ken Bennett chats with Ed Worrall and Laura from the Saddleworth Ladies Morris Troupe about an exciting adventure which awaits them in Barcelona later this year....

FRANK ROTHWELL OBE sits down with Ian Wolstenholme at a recent business event at Billington's in Oldham to tell us about some of his exciting plans to put the town of Oldham squarely 'back on the map'(First broadcast on Oldham Community Radio 20.6.25)Producer: Ian Wolstenholme

Ian Wolstenholme talks with FIGEN MURRAY OBE, the mother of Martyn Hett who lost his life in the 2017 Manchester bombing terrorist attack on Manchester Arena.(the content was first included in a podcast aimed at the veterinary practice profession)

Ian Wolstenholme visits these luxury feline apartments on the occasion of their grand reopening in Lees and chats with manager BEV RIDINGS

Ian Wolstenholme chats with some of the guests at the 10th anniversary and grand reopening of the ASCROFT MEDICAL CENTRE in Oldham.

Join Oldham Community Radio in the Oldham Council chamber for coverage of the 2025 Mayor Making Ceremony for Cllr Eddie Moores as he takes over the role of Oldham's first citizen for the year 2025/26Outside broadcast recording first broadcast 28.5.25

Our Oldham Today morning programme was broadcast live from Hulme Grammar School on 24th April 2025 https://www.mixcloud.com/OldhamCommunityRadio/oldham-today-24-04-2025/and some of the 'extra' conversations are included here.Produced by Ian Wolstenholme

A fascinating conversation between Ken Bennett and deaf artist Di.(First broadcast on Oldham Today on 23.4.25)

Ian Wolstenholme and Mike Gill visit Hack Oldham and chat with actors and technicians in the process of making a new Horror thriller movie.Oldham meets Hollywood on Oldham Today!

A new local initiative whereby you can return any issued equipment such as walking sticks, frames, crutches, kitchen trolleys, bath lifts, shower seats, commodes, hospital beds, hoists, bed transfer aids and furniture raisers will be taking place between 31st March to 14th April 2025 across Oldham.ANN-MARIE MASON from the Community Equipment & Adaptations team at the Link Centre, Oldham, explains to Ian Wolstenholme about the amnesty and how you can help.There are local drop off points  for any walking aids at theThe Link Centre OL1 1DZ (Link Only Mon – Friday ) drop off at back Roscoe Street parking available tel 0161 770 1397Millbrook Independent Living & Mobility Keppel Building Failsworth Tel 0161 804 1830The Royal Oldham Hospital (main entrance)     Please place in blue cage provided at hospitalFor other items of equipment or if you are unable  to get to drop  off place  you can request free of charge collection by emailing equipmentreturns@millbrookhealthcare.co.uk   or telephone Millbrook healthcare on  0161 344 0482

A special concert of brass band favourites performed by DOBCROSS SILVER BAND and recorded by Oldham Community Radio's OB Unit at Holy Trinity Church, Dobcross, Saddleworth on 29th March 2025.The guest soloist was MIKE CAVANAGH and the Dobcross Silver Band Musical Director JASON M SMITH.The programme was edited and produced by Ian Wolstenholme.

Join Ian Wolstenholme and Mike Gill who chat with health and wellbeing guru KARL DICKINSON who will be embarking on a personal challenge to complete the Yorkshire Three Peaks....completely barefoot! Karl will be raising money for Dr Kershaw's Hospice and we also catch up with JILL KIRKHAM from the hospice.

3 years after the Oldham 'tent' of Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society opened its doors, Ian Wolstenholme returns to its new home at the Railway in Greenfield to catch up on things - hopefully it won't be "another fine mess he's gotten himself into"! First broadcast on Oldham Today 9.1.25

Ken Bennett chats with Susan Ashworth from Hog Manor at Delph about her hedgehog rescue. Would you know what to do if you find a hog? Contact Susan on 07921 529020

Ken Bennett marks the first anniversary of Saddleworth Ladies Morris Team with a look back at events in 2024 with EDDIE WORRALL First broadcast on Oldham Community Radio 99.7fm, DAB, online 6.1.25