Number one on my list of things to do before I die ...
When, like me, the good Lord has bestowed the gift of the proud age of three score years and 10, a new and indeed self-edifying, strange phenomenon takes over. It’s called “things to do before you...
View ArticleHardy plants are behind our RHS Flower Show gold
The RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park is the pinnacle of the nursery’s year, and this year we struck gold again for our display of plants for northern gardens.Just looking around the floral marquee this...
View ArticleHerbaceous borders at Newby Hall are a treat
I try to take time off when I can on Mondays and Tuesdays, but the pressure to do odd jobs here and there, catch up on paperwork and even buy food, put a great deal of pressure on a limited time...
View ArticleVideo memory: Burnley Carnival 2007
Here’s the latest from our delve into the video archives ...Do you remember Burnley Carnival of 2007? It was certainly a fun-packed, noisy affair, complete with cheerleaders.Do you recognise yourself...
View ArticleWoman (35) raped following night out in Colne
A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape following an attack over the weekend.The incident, which involved a 35-year-old woman, happened sometime between 9-40pm and 10-15pm at the rear...
View ArticleFire service’s ‘unusual call-outs’ in Pendle and Burnley revealed
This week we reveal Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service’s most “unusual call-outs” across Pendle and Burnley over the past three years.Our firefighters not only tackle blazes and save lives, but also...
View ArticleFive jobs to be created at Colne business
A Colne business is set to expand — creating up to five jobs in the next three to four years. Innova Solutions, which is based at Lower Draught Gates Farm, in Burnley Road, has announced it will be...
View Article‘Great British Bake-Off’ helps Burnley firm boom
After a relaxing holiday week, I was keen to get back to Burnley and back to business. My first Monday morning involved a catch-up and then lots of constituent appointments. As usual, these were all...
View ArticleDrowning dangers of hot-weather swimming
Every year, as summer arrives, we hear of dreadful stories of people drowning in open waters – dams, reservoirs, and canal locks. I recently attended a conference aimed at raising awareness of the...
View ArticleFlower shows are a great day out for all the family
With the summer flower shows now in full swing, many people will have taken a day out at Southport Flower Show last weekend.Since 1924, Southport Flower Show has been one of the largest northern flower...
View ArticleKilimanjaro odyssey for Barlick couple
A Barnoldswick couple are pulling their socks up in preparation for the hike of lifetime as they attempt to scale Africa’s highest mountain.Gemma Bassett (24) and partner Aaron Ashworth (26). of...
View ArticleEconomy not out of the woods but heading in right direction
There is a lot of evidence to suggest that long sunny days make people feel happier and, with all the different events taking place across Pendle, there are also a lot of fun activities to get involved...
View ArticleColne campaign takes step forward
A campaign to stop speeding on a 20mph Colne estate has taken a step forward. A meeting was held at North Valley Community Centre to press concerns surrounding traffic speed Birtwistle Avenue and...
View ArticleFresh appeal after woman (35) raped in Colne
Detectives have issued a description of a suspect after a 35-year-old woman was raped on her way home from a night out in Colne.The attack happened sometime between 9-40pm and 10-15pm on Saturday,...
View ArticleStreet gangs make elderly Burnley residents’ lives a misery
Elderly and vulnerable residents plagued by gangs of youths have been “hung out to dry” by police and social landlord Calico according to their anxious relatives.Residents in Calico’s Booth Court and...
View ArticleVIDEO: Nelson woman airlifted to Lancashire Cardiac Unit
A Nelson resident has been airlifted to Blackpool Victoria Hospital to be treated for suspected cardiac problems.North West Air Ambulance were called to a property close to Marsden Heights Community...
View ArticleOliver ready for his big day
A Barnoldswick tot is set for a life-changing operation on Thursday after a year long fund-raising effort has reached its conclusion.Two-year-old Oliver Rushton, of Carr Road, will undergo the six-hour...
View ArticleMore hospital services to return to Burnley?
More hospital services could be returned to Burnley in the wake of a damning report which revealed East Lancashire had some of the highest death rates in the country.Ward 23 at Burnley General...
View Article‘Land of Hope and Glory’ opens the 2013 British Rhythm and Blues Festival
Thousands of music lovers descended on Colne over the weekend to enjoy this year’s Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival.Celebrations began on Friday evening as festival-goers waved flags and sang...
View ArticleNelson man spotted stealing stones from Gisburne Park Hospital
A witness who saw three men stealing coping stones from a wall at Gisburne Park Hospital was able to give police the registration number of the van the thieves were using.Blackburn magistrates was told...
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