Book review: The Paris Winter by Imogen Robertson
They say every picture tells a story... but here’s a story that paints a multitude of pictures.Imogen Robertson breaks outs from her now trademark Crowther & Westerman series of 18th century...
View ArticlePlanit Opticians pick up prestigious prize
Staff at Planit Opticians in Colne have proved their eyes are firmly on the prize by scooping a prestigious industry award. The Albert Road firm, which was set up by entrepreneurs Mike Procter and Phil...
View ArticleEngland can learn from German football’s example
The philosophical approach to Germany’s domestic and international evolution has been promising to scintillate for the best part of a decade now.The prudent, heralding blueprints of yesteryear – that...
View ArticlePendle MP asks NHS chief to probe Burnley A&E downgrade
Pendle MP Andrew Stephenson has asked if the impact of the downgrading of Burnley General Hospital’s accident and emergency department will be looked at as part of an investigation into high mortality...
View ArticleDavid’s London Marathon raises £2,000 for kidney charity
A marathon man running in the name of his father who suffers kidney disease has helped raise nearly £2,000 for charity.David Sagar (39), from Read, took on the London Marathon to support the kidney...
View ArticleBurnley defender Edgar to miss final game of the season
David Edgar will miss Burnley’s final league game of the season after flying back to Canada for the birth of his first child.The Clarets defender has been granted compassionate leave as his fiancée is...
View ArticleEarby Clarets help poorly Barnoldswick tot
Earby Clarets has donated a total of £1,000 to “Operation Oliver”, the bid to get a Barlick toddler the life-changing procedure he needs which will enable him to walk.A donation of £500 was initially...
View ArticleTandem girls to host charity night in Laneshaw Bridge
Two Pendle girls are preparing to put a spin on a traditional race night — to help boost their fund-raising efforts. Best friends Amy Greenall and Emily Mitchell, both 25, are currently in training for...
View ArticleBook review: The Mystery of Mercy Close by Marian Keyes
It seems such a travesty to label Marian Keyes’ brilliantly funny books as chick-lit...It’s true that they feature feisty young women, domestic dilemmas, family friction and, last but not least, good...
View ArticleBurnley FC to hold concourse sale
Due to public demand, Burnley Football Club is to hold another concourse sale on the weekend of Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th May.A similar sale earlier this season was hugely popular, as fans flocked...
View ArticleWolsey Lodge’s personal touch creates most memorable break
These days finding a bed for the night can feel like going to a shopping centre - they all scream corporate identity; the bland same.There is no warmth, no personal involvement, no memorable charm, and...
View ArticleRoughlee pub is saved from developers
Villagers in Roughlee are celebrating news that their local pub has been saved from developers.The Bay Horse closed its doors two years ago after a series of tenants struggled to make a living. When...
View ArticleHat-trick hero Jones fires Nelson to ninth-place finish
Substitute Max Jones hit a 10-minute hat-trick as Nelson ended the season on a high with a 4-1 win at home to Northwich Villa.Boss Mark Fell picked a strong side for the last game of the campaign,...
View ArticleDean Marney signs new two year deal with Burnley
Clarets midfielder Dean Marney has today signed a new two-year deal at Turf Moor.The 29-year-old, who joined Burnley in the summer of 2010, was one of number of first teamers out of contract in the...
View ArticlePolicewoman in hospital after Burnley dog attack
A Burnley police officer was attacked by a dog which left one of its teeth embedded in her hand.The policewoman was repeatedly bitten by the animal after she responded to a call about a disturbance at...
View ArticleBook review: Lost Worlds by Andrew Lane
Prepare to be amazed... and amused... and totally blown away!Andrew Lane, author of the top teen series Young Sherlock Holmes, has again found inspiration in the work of Arthur Conan Doyle, but zoom...
View ArticleFormer Colne pub employee charged with £40k theft
Caroline Evans (32), of Casserley Road, Colne, has been charged with 21 offences relating to theft by employee.It is alleged Evans stole over £40,000 from the Union Exchange pub, in Market Street.She...
View ArticleBrierfield man found guilty of sex attack on tot
A Brierfield man has been found guilty of one count of indecent assault and another of a threat to kill after a week-long trial.Robert Penman (28), of Arthur Street, Brierfield, may be facing jail...
View ArticleGrant wants to repay fans with finish above rivals Blackburn
Lee Grant would love to repay the supporters who voted for him as player of the year by helping the Clarets finish above rivals Blackburn for the first time since 1979.A win at home to Ipswich Town...
View ArticleTrawden motorcyclist killed in Skipton horror crash
A motorcyclist from Trawden has been killed following a road traffic collision on the A65 at Skipton last night.The 49-year-old’s blue motorbike burst into flames when it collided with a grey Hyundai...
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