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51. Terrible end for grandad at family celebration
Oldham Advertiser, Wednesday 29 August 2007A FAMILY christening ended in tragedy when the grandad of the newborn suffered a fall on the way home from the celebrations and subsequently died in hospital from his injuries.
52. End of non-alcoholic era in Oldham centre
Oldham Advertiser, Wednesday 29 August 2007IT was the end of an era this week as the last old-style sarsaparilla shop in Oldham centre shut its doors for the final time after more than 70 years.
53. How 'mercy bus' idea put Bernard on a different road
Oldham Advertiser, Thursday 2 August 2007THIS week we tell the story of a big-hearted Oldham businessman who converted a bus into a portable eye hospital for the poor of India - and eventually forged a successful career in America.
54. ‘False hope’ cost children a final message from dad
Oldham Advertiser, Wednesday 1 August 2007A PROUD father of two put aside plans to record video messages for his young children after being given false hope he might survive.
55. Multi-cultural Oldham holds no fear for young
Oldham Advertiser, Wednesday 25 July 2007A SURVEY of young adults in Oldham from Asian and white backgrounds shows they have a strong desire to live in mixed neighbourhoods.
56. Has anybody seen my vulture?
Oldham Advertiser, Wednesday 18 July 2007A GIANT and potentially dangerous bird of prey is on the loose in Oldham after escaping from the home of a local bird enthusiast.
57. Amazing new drama for life-threat family
Oldham Advertiser, Wednesday 18 July 2007THE AUNT of two children who had to battle for their lives on being born has taken on a similar fight herself after contracting a rare illness during her pregnancy.
58. Team has power to fine
Oldham Advertiser, Wednesday 4 July 2007ANYONE still tempted to light up in the pub may find they have a burly second row prop forward to contend with.
59. Adults must do more to stop youths from boozing
Oldham Advertiser, Wednesday 27 June 2007A MAJOR survey into the drinking habits of youngsters and how they get their hands on alcohol has provided cause for optimism in Oldham - but only if adults do more to back the authorities.
60. Delight as charity pair get set for Palace date
Oldham Advertiser, Wednesday 20 June 2007TWO local charity workers have received awards in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.