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VIDEO: Leading MP backs Burnley’s Bank of Dave for Britain

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:38:16 GMT

The Shadow Business Secretary wants to see a Bank of Dave opened in towns across Britain, he announced during a visit to Burnley.

VIDEO: New flag flies proud on top of Nelson Town Hall

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:18:25 GMT

To mark the 70th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic, a new flag has appeared on top of Nelson Town Hall.

PHOTOS: Pendle carers praised at bustling tea party

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:59:39 GMT

The tireless efforts of Pendle care home staff, charity workers and volunteers were celebrated at a bustling tea party in Colne.

BLOG: Fitness coach Jamie Kennedy video guide to full Pennine 10k route

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:25:20 GMT

With race day little over a week away, we have mapped out the full Pennine Lancashire 10k route around Burnley.

Police urge people to be vigilant in Rawtenstall

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:27:54 GMT

Detectives investigating a number of reported incidents of suspicious behaviour in Rawtenstall are reassuring people that they are being thoroughly investigated.

1,500 to take part in Burnley 10K run

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:30:38 GMT

Thousands of runners from Burnley and beyond will descend on the town next weekend for the Asda Foundation Pennine Lancashire 10K.

Warning after Trawden cat shooting

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:46:12 GMT

A concerned cat owner is warning Trawden residents to remain vigilant after her pet was shot and nearly killed by an air rifle over the weekend.

Ellie Goulding backing singer to perform in Foulridge as part of “Queen and Country”

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:36:02 GMT

As a backing singer to Ellie Goulding, she has had the pleasure of performing at the unforgettable wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton.

Coronation Street star Natalie Gumede left ‘truly humbled’ following triple triumph at British Soap Awards

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:28:26 GMT

Over the past 18 months she has successfully created one of the most memorable and terrifying characters in soap history.

Appeal for Nelson man wanted for drugs offences

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:18:05 GMT

Police have released images of a man they are looking to trace in connection with drug trafficking offences.

Assistant manager of Colne pub admits assault and damage

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:14:37 GMT

The assistant manager of the Morris Dancer’s pub in Colne admitted assault and damage when she appeared before Burnley Crown Court.

PHOTOS: Burnley soldiers’ homecoming parade

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:39:51 GMT

Our second photo gallery from the homecoming parade of the Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment.

VIDEO: Colonel Steven Davies addresses the crowds outside Burnley Town Hall

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:06:36 GMT

Colonel Steven Davies, the Deputy Colonel of the Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment, addressed the crowds gathered outside Burnley Town Hall.

VIDEO: Burnley-born soldier speaks of his pride

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:01:49 GMT

Burnley-born soldier Cpl Ben Simpson spoke to the Burnley Express about his huge pride in taking part in the homecoming parade.

VIDEO: Lieutenant Colonel Nick Wood speaks of soldiers pride

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:48:06 GMT

Lieutenant Colonel Nick Wood, commanding officer, 1st Battalion, Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment, spoke on behalf of his soldiers following their homecoming parade.

PHOTOS: Duke of Lancaster Regiment march through Burnley

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:04:17 GMT

Burnley soldiers have spoken of their pride at taking part in this morning’s parade through the town centre.

VIDEO: Soldiers march through the streets of Burnley

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:31:33 GMT

Proud families of Burnley soldiers were among the crowds lining the streets for this morning’s parade.

VIDEO: Soldiers parade through Burnley

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:36:29 GMT

Hundreds of people lined the streets of Burnley this morning to welcome home soldiers from Afghanistan.

David Fishwick’s pay day loans TV crusade

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:52:50 GMT

Burnley businessman David Fishwick is set to do battle with payday loan companies for a new TV show.

PHOTOS: Winewall dad shares experiences following ‘Italian Job’ challenge

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:18:51 GMT

An adventurous dad’s Italian trip might have been dubbed a Mini adventure, but it soon became one of the biggest experiences of his life.