Gill’s new business venture
An Earby woman hopes to put West Craven on the map as a destination for independent producers with the launch of a new business venture.Gill McGarrell (34), who has McGarrell’s Farm small holding off...
View ArticleShock death of former nurse (66)
A retired senior nursing sister who had a key role in local hospitals has died suddenly at home.Margaret Cooper (66) from Moorside Avenue, Brierfield, had done a tremendous amount for people. She was...
View ArticlePudsey visits Colne’s DFS
Pudsey paid a visit to Colne’s DFS over the bank holiday weekend as part of the store’s nationwide drive to raise funds for Children in Need. Customers were treated to free goodies, including branded...
View ArticleThree men charged in connection with Simonstone police incident
Three men have been charged in connection with an incident that result in a police officer being injured.The officer suffered a whiplash injury when his patrol car was hit by a suspected stolen car...
View ArticleApology over traffic chaos in Foulridge
An apology has been made by United Utilities following traffic chaos in Foulridge.At the start of the month, repair works were carried out on the main A56 road, due to a water leak that is said to have...
View ArticleBook review: Turning over a new leaf with Scholastic Children’s Books
A new month, a new school term and a new selection of entertaining and exciting books beckons as summer gives way to autumn at Scholastic Children’s Books.Leading a magical mixed bag of titles is Mark...
View ArticleFANS PHOTOS: Burnley FC v Derby County, gallery 1
As more than 1,000-plus Clarets fans made the trip to Pide Park to watch their team in action, our photographer Dan Westwell was on hand to capture the moment.There was jubilation among the fans as...
View ArticleFANS PHOTOS: Derby County 0, Burnley FC 3, gallery 2
Were you at the match at Pride Park in which Burnley FC beat Derby County 3-0 at the weekend?Perhaps our photographer Dan Westwell has snapped you?Can you spot spot yourself, friends or family on these...
View ArticleRestraining order against Nelson bin man
A bin man said to have a bad temper in drink hit a woman with an electric flex during a fight, a court was told.Lee Carr, of Railway Street, Nelson, was given a suspended jail sentence after he pleaded...
View ArticleFAN PHOTOS: Derby County 0, Burnley FC 3, photo gallery 3
Here’s our final gallery of fan photos from Saturday’s match.As the Clarets beat Derby County 3-0 at Pride Park, photographer Dan Westwell was on hand to capture the action both on and off the...
View ArticleAre you ready for Burnley Beer Festival?
I think it is rather appropriate and timely to highlight a special event in the locality for this month’s beer ramble.Roll up, roll up, as Burnley holds its second beer extravaganza at the Mechanics,...
View ArticlePolice probe arson attack on Nelson caravan
An investigation is under way after a caravan was wrecked by a blaze, and Nelson Fire Station is advising that deliberate fires like that can result in people dying.The incident happened around 2-30am...
View ArticleColne’s Sharon ready for Blackpool 10K challenge
A dedicated Colne manageress will be paying a touching tribute to her grandma and late father-in-law when she runs the Blackpool Autumn Breaker 10K in October. By taking on the challenge, Sharon...
View ArticleBook review: The Keystone by A.M.Dean
Fancy a conspiracy thriller which blends bruising action with brains? Step into the dark and dangerous world of Dr Emily Wess and her cerebral creator, the leading historian A.M.Dean.The Keystone is...
View ArticlePUB REVIEW: Shooters Arms, Nelson
This month’s pub review takes me high above Nelson to the historic hostelry that is the Shooters Arms.The Pendle pub has had its ups and downs over the years – but new landlord Paul Street is aiming to...
View ArticleTravel for £10 with Northern Rail
We have teamed up with Northern Rail to bring you an amazing rail offer.For just £10 and £5 for children* you can travel anywhere on Northern services for a day.To qualify for these extra-special...
View ArticleBurnley snap up Stoke winger Kightly
Burnley beat the deadline last night to land Stoke City winger Michael Kightly on a season-long loan.The 27-year-old agreed a move from the Britannia Stadium literally at the 11th hour, with the papers...
View ArticlePenalty king Tom – ‘Let’s kick on!’
Keeper Tom Heaton has urged his teammates to kick on from their impressive start to the season - starting in the derby.Burnley have won five of their first seven games in all competitions, going into...
View ArticleBurnley boss Dyche is up for the challenge
After bringing in Stoke midfielder Michael Kightly on deadline day, Sean Dyche is determined to get as much out of the group he has at his disposal.Dyche has to box clever in a division where several...
View ArticlePendle actress Natalie Gumede to star in this year’s Strictly Come Dancing
Former Corrie villain Natalie Gumede will be swopping the cobbles for glamour and glitz as she waltzes her way onto the next series of Strictly Come Dancing.The popular Pendle actress is set to begin...
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