Colne land could be lost to 270 new homes
A community group fearful that a Colne beauty spot could be thwarted by a 270-home development are urging “the entire town” to get behind them. Lidgett and Beyond were informed of upcoming plans for...
View ArticleNelson baby died hours after leaving Burnley General: inquest
The mother of a Nelson baby, who died less than 24 hours after being released from Burnley General Hospital, has questioned at his inquest whether her son was ready to be sent home.On the first day of...
View ArticleRibble Valley MP denies sex charges
Conservative MP Nigel Evans has appeared in court today (Friday) to face charges of rape and sexual assault relating to a number of men.The Ribble Valley MP remained composed in the dock as the...
View ArticleHead’s pledge to make Barnoldswick school ’best in region’
West Craven High Technology College’s new headteacher is aiming to make the education establishment one of the best in the region.Craig Baker (45) believes there is no reason why the Kelbrook Road...
View ArticleClaims that Burnley ‘free school’ has go-ahead
Burnley’s council leader has voiced her opposition to the town’s new free school, claiming it has been given the go-ahead by the Department for Education. On her Twitter page Coun. Julie Cooper branded...
View ArticleNelson baby died of natural causes
A four day old Nelson baby who suffered a cardiac arrest within 12 hours of discharge from Burnley General Hospital, died of natural causes, an inquest has concluded.East Lancashire Coroner Mr Richard...
View ArticleCourt of Appeal cuts Nelson burglar’s sentence
A prowler who stole valuables from an “affluent” home in Nelson had his sentence cut today (Friday) – after top judges heard he spends time caring for his mother.Serial offender Rafiq Mohammed Shaban,...
View ArticleBid to bring HS2 college to Brierfield
A call has been made to bring another college to Pendle.It would house the Government’s new further education college dedicated to the training of engineers involved in the HS2 high-speed rail project...
View ArticleCrackdown on lazy landlords in Burnley and Pendle
Lazy landlords who let their properties fall into disrepair are going to come under closer scrutiny. A new initiative aimed at tackling these property parasites will be launched in Burnley following a...
View ArticleNew community action group launched in Colne
A new community action group focused on animal welfare and dog attacks held their first public meeting in Colne on Tuesday night. Colne Community Friends was set up after eight-month-old tabby Logie...
View ArticleDon’t miss Pendle Beer Festival
I think it is wholly appropriate this month, to target my beery ramblings in the direction of the 10th Pendle Beer Festival.It is a superbly organised three-day, real ale extravaganza, held at the...
View ArticleHomes get go-ahead on Earby workshop site
A three-house planning application has been approved by Pendle Council’s West Craven Committee despite one councillor calling it a “disaster”.Councillors deferred making a decision on the conversion of...
View ArticleI welcome fight against bandit landlords
An ever-increasing number of residents are now being forced to rent property and therein lies a problem.For many people are now investing in buy-to-let properties with the aim of making a fast buck out...
View ArticleHospital trust’s campaign to visit Colne
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust has launched its “Tell Ellie” campaign as part of its plan to increase engagement with patients, families and the public. And the campaign trailer will be visiting...
View ArticleEast Lancs scoops national maternity service award
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust’s maternity services have scooped a top UK award for their innovative work to improve maternity services, promote normal births and facilitate staff engagement...
View ArticleFree health checks for the over-40s
Residents are being urged to take up the offer of free health checks when invited by their local GP as part of a countrywide health campaign.The Stay Healthy for Those You Love campaign is run by...
View ArticlePendle’s Natalie Gumede ‘keeps dancing’
She may have been pipped to the winning post in last year’s spectacular Strictly Come Dancing final by blonde beauty Abbey Clancy. But Pendle actress Natalie Gumede, and her pro partner Artem...
View ArticleStonyhust pupils told not to return
The two Stonyhurst College pupils who ran away to the Dominican Republic have been told by their headteacher not to return to the school.Indira Gainiyeva (17) and Edward Bunyan (16) disappeared from...
View Article10 tasty ales to enjoy at Pendle Beer Festival
Well, I have teed up Pendle Beer Festival. Now is the time to recommend a few of the excellent ales that will be available over the three-day period.It turned out to be a proper “head-scratching” job....
View ArticleFootball hooliganism does Burnley no good at all
Football hooliganism seemingly had its day in the 1970s and 1980s. But, sadly, there are still pockets of idiots hell bent on causing trouble. Burnley has its share of these numpties and events at...
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