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VIDEO: Colne headteacher announces retirement

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:28:06 GMT

A much-loved headteacher will be stepping down from his role at a Colne primary school after seven years of service.

VIDEO: Urban Altitude opens to the public

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:41:44 GMT

A spectacular new aerial assault course in Colne has proved the sky is the limit for thrill-seekers in the town.

Huge concert arena plan for Burnley

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:12:06 GMT

Burnley could be home to a major multi-million pound concert arena thanks to the drive and vision of a world-renowned local businessman.

VIDEO: Hundreds enjoy this year’s Colne Gala

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:11:49 GMT

Hundreds of people flocked to the streets of Colne over the weekend to enjoy the town’s annual gala.

Nelson Grammar School reunion planned

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:08:25 GMT

There is a call for all former pupils of Nelson Grammar School (1946-72) and its predecessor, Nelson Secondary School (1930-45) to go along to a reunion.

Earby legend Jack dies (85)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:19:20 GMT

Former Earby school headmaster and veteran of the town’s cricket club, Mr Jack Cross, died suddenly last week.

VIDEO: Salterforth enjoys a field day

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:27:28 GMT

Both fun and the sun were in the air above Salterforth on Sunday as the village hosted an annual celebration of entertainment.

Missing Blackpool man could be in Colne

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:33:12 GMT

It is believed a 77-year-old man who went missing from his home in Blackpool last week could be in Colne.

Colne bus service plans to be overturned?

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:12:08 GMT

Proposed changes to a popular Colne bus service could be overturned if a reasonable alternative can be agreed, we can reveal.

Foulridge soldier helps raise £20K

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:00:06 GMT

A Foulridge soldier who lost both his legs to an IED in Afghanistan was among those who helped raise a staggering £20,000 at a charity golf day.

Colne’s Zion Joinery Works added to ‘problem list’

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:54:16 GMT

The owner of Zion Joinery Works, in Colne, has been asked to meet with Pendle Council’s Colne and District Committee.

Colne funfair confusion sparks apology from councillors

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:47:43 GMT

An apology is being sent out to residents following a council confusion over funfair plans for this year’s Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival.

Foulridge pupils host successful ‘Green Day’

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:39:32 GMT

Eco-friendly pupils at a Foulridge primary school had a fantastic day promoting the importance of being environmentally friendly.

Opinions over potential double yellow lines in Colne to be voiced by Tuesday

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:33:56 GMT

Residents wanting to voice their opinions about Colne double yellow line plans are being urged to write to Lancashire County Council by Tuesday.

Family pay tribute to Pendle crash victims

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:15:37 GMT

A devastated family have come together to share their memories of a popular Pendle couple who died in a horror crash on Sunday.

The history of Burnley’s very own Bedlam

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:05:07 GMT

Recently, I gave an illustrated local history talk to a group and, as part of it, I referred to Wapping, an area of Burnley which has long since disappeared. This raised a question about whether there were other place names associated with London in the Burnley area.

VIDEO: Volunteers Week launched by Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale CVS

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 13:14:05 GMT

Volunteers Week was celebrated in Nelson today when the Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale CVS staged their annual event.

Pendle marks 60th anniversary of Queen’s Coronation

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 11:07:55 GMT

People of Pendle came out in force to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation.

Nelson backstreet rubbish dumps attracting rats

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 10:53:35 GMT

A concerned citizen in the Whitefield Ward of Nelson is worried by the amount of rubbish being dumped on back streets and backyards around Macleod Street.

COLUMN: Leila Neve talks raising funds and awareness in May

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 09:46:19 GMT

How has May been for you? I hope you managed to hold some Action on Stroke events?