Make or break time for LTA to clinch vital funding
The Wimbledon roar may have been muted with a return to its former tranquility but the laborious assignment to augment the sport’s reputation continues for the Lawn Tennis Association.Prior to the...
View ArticleJail for Nelson driver who mowed down grandma
A dangerous driver who has left a grandmother with life-changing injuries passed his driving test a fortnight after the collision, a court heard.Akif Hussain (20), of Chatham Street, Nelson, knocked...
View ArticleEast Lancashire hospitals braced for deaths report
Staff at East Lancashire NHS Trust are bracing themselves for the release of a report into higher than expected death rates.The investigation, which has been carried out by NHS medical director Prof...
View Article‘Professional shoplifter’ from Nelson sent to prison
A 24-year-old woman described as a professional shoplifter has been jailed for four months. And her accomplice on a trip to Blackburn where they were caught stealing from two town centre stores has...
View ArticlePennine Lancashire 10k run to return to Burnley in 2014
The Pennine Lancashire 10K run is returning to Burnley next year.Organisers have set a date for next summer because this year’s first event in Burnley was a huge success.1,500 people signed up for the...
View ArticleGovernment is constantly moving the planning goalposts
So, another appeal is lost. Barratt Estates, under the guise of David Wilson Homes, having been refused permission to build 137 properties in front of the Whalley Viaduct, successfully had the decision...
View ArticleEast Lancashire NHS Hospitals Trust chiefs speak out over Keogh report
East Lancashire NHS Hospitals Trust bosses have responded to a report from an NHS chief which highlights major failings in the service provided and has placed the Trust in “special measures”.Mr Mark...
View ArticleRather full after the Bryon Burger Challenge!
Parliament was bustling at the beginning of last week with many important debates and meetings going on. I was delighted to start my week with a fun interview with BBC Daily Politics. Following the...
View ArticleNelson teen’s sex abuse of girl (12) he met on Facebook
A NELSON man, who groomed and sexually abused a girl he met on Facebook, has been jailed for two years four months and given a five year Sexual Offences Prevention Order.Hamiza Ali (19), of Elizabeth...
View ArticleCold Feet star John Thomson to headline comedy gig in Fence
With bucket loads of experience under his belt, he is sure not to get “cold feet” when headlining an upcoming local gig.The Fast Show’s John Thomson is set to entertain crowds at The Sparrowhawk, in...
View ArticleBook review: Kate: The Biography by Marcia Moody
With a new royal baby on everyone’s minds, it seems a good time to take a closer look at the mother of an heir whose birth marks a historic change in the rules of succession to the British Crown.Kate...
View ArticleSummer Travel: Children’s travel style comfort blanket
Travelling children have a dilemma. Do I bring one faithful teddy along on the adventure or my whole bed’s worth?Most youngsters will be like Flora (3) and try and squeeze in as many furry friends as...
View ArticleGreat line-up for Burnley Mechanics
Burnley Mechanics has released its new season of events and on top of the firm favourites and the big hitters there is also a wealth of exciting new talent on show.Once again the striking array of...
View ArticleJimmy Anderson leads the way in Burnley sporting success
WOW! There’s no other way to sum up the sporting weekend that has just made Burnley so proud.We have always punched above our weight when it comes to football, thanks to the Clarets, but this time it...
View ArticleBuilding homes ‘fit for heroes’ in Burnley
I concluded article 759, in my study of housing in Burnley, by mentioning Burnley’s first council houses. These were constructed in 1909 , at the smallholdings in Towneley Park, and, in 1913, at...
View ArticleI should take my own advice over the weather!
As a parent, for years I have been lecturing my offspring about expecting the best, but preparing for the worst. So when they go out on a night all dolled up in their near non-existent party dresses...
View ArticleTicket News: Sheffield Wednesday v Burnley
The Clarets travel to Hillsborough on Saturday, 10th August. (KO 3pm).Tickets are now on general sale, priced are as follows:Adults £27Over 65’s £16Under 18’s £16Disabled tickets are as above, but with...
View ArticleBarnoldswick cyclist attacks pedestrian (44)
DETECTIVES are appealing for information after a pedestrian was assaulted by a cyclist in Barnoldswick town centre.The incident happened at the junction of Manchester Road and Walmsgate about 11-40pm...
View ArticleVIDEO: Health Secretary reacts to Keogh report
Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt MP speaks outside the houses of Parliament reacting to Sir Bruce Keogh’s report into hospital care.External teams are to be sent into 11 hospitals identified by Sir Bruce...
View ArticleTwo arrests in Colne after 12-month animal cruelty probe
TWO men are today being interviewed by Police and RSCPCA officials following a series of early morning raids in Colne this morning.The men, aged 23 and 48, were arrested after police raided homes in...
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