GRAHAM Knowles and Mike Ingham rewrote the Lancashire League record books with their remarkable stand on Saturday. The pair put on an unbeaten 273 for the second wicket in their match at home to Church, setting a new league record for any wicket. Ironically
ENGLAND'S forgotten leg-spinner Chris Schofield proved his worth with the bat with an unbeaten 69, rescuing Lancashire from potential disaster against India A, but it could not prevent a narrow one-wicket defeat in their limited overs game at Stanley
STUART Maher produced an incredible bowling performance to send the Jennings Ribblesdale League through to the final of the Lancashire Inter-League Knockout Trophy. He took four wickets for just seven runs in an astonishing 10-over spell to send the Lancashire
PROLIFIC Colne professional Ben Higgins was first past the post in pursuit of 1,000 runs, but Bacup took the team honours and a grip on the title race thanks to another outstanding contribution from their own paid-man at Lanehead on Saturday. Shaun Young
MEN take more luggage on holiday than women. Research has shattered the myth that blokes pack only a couple of shirts and a toothbrush. Now, apparently, they spend ages stuffing vanity cases with toiletries and even buy new clothes to take away. Although
Job advice for redundant workers STAFF made redundant from Crown Wallcoverings are being invited to a back-to-work event tomorrow. Local employers and support agencies will be on hand at Derwent Hall on George Street, Darwen, from 1.30 to 5.30pm. Heritage
A MAN has been charged with causing the death of a 13-year-old who was killed in a car smash, police revealed today. Shane Cook, who lived at a council-run care home in Anchor Avenue, Darwen, died on March 16 after a car he was travelling in crashed off
THE House on the Corner, in Bacup, opened its doors to all budding crafters on Saturday. The new business venture based in Market Street, will involve a programme of workshops to help local people learn new crafts. Experienced crafters will be able to
PUPILS, teachers and parents said their farewells at an emotional commemorative service held in dedication of St Paul's School. The 19th century Ramsbottom primary school is to close at the end of the week, despite a massive campaign to keep it open.
A £250,000 scheme to light up a killer high-speed bypass was unveiled today. Lancashire County Council has agreed to putting street lighting up along the Rawtenstall and Edenfield bypass. Improvements will also be carried out to pedestrian crossings on
AZAR Ali, the deposed Labour leader of Pendle Council, is set to lead the campaign for a 'yes' vote in next year's referendum on regional government. Mr Ali, who lost his seat in the May elections, will head up the campaign which aims to persuade people
A SPY in the sky helicopter is to be used to patrol East Lancashire's rail network in a bid to combat vandalism and trespass. Lancashire Police and British Transport Police have joined forces on the initiative, codenamed 'Network', which starts today
THE revival of the Bacup Borough Football Club Medals Competition gets underway tonight at West View. An Edenfield side, made up of a number of non-contract Bacup Borough players, will take on Rochdale-based Dog and Patridge in the first round (kick-off
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Early Years and Junior Schools. HISTORY LESSON: A new era for Queen Elizabeth's began in September when the school welcomed its first Early Years pupils. Work throughout the summer had converted the Old Lawn Bank and Cliffe
EAST Lancashire schools are researching the possibility of asking parents to help fund school running costs -- as part of their weekly shop. Two schools in Pendle and Accrington are among hundreds to sign up for a new Yourschool programme aimed at raising
A LOOK at events, from amateur theatre to rambles through our beautiful countryside. Accrington Flower Club, King Street Function Room, Accrington, 7.30pm. "On Reflection," by Janet Farrington. Blackburn Blind Society's Charity Shop, Lord Street West,
A 31-YEAR-OLD man is being questioned by police following the suspicious death of a 54-year-old man in Burnley. James Heaton was discovered at his home in Montgomery Grove at around 3.48am on Sunday by Lancashire Ambulance staff. Police officers were
BLACKBURN Rovers jet off to America later this week and Damien Duff is expected to be on board the plane, unless Chelsea come in with a new improved offer for the winger. Several stories in the national Press over the weekend tried to claim a £15 million
BLACKBURN new boy Lorenzo Amoruso today admitted he's relishing the chance to test himself in the Premiership after becoming Graeme Souness's second signing of the summer. The Italian defender finally completed his £1.35 million switch to Rovers after
AN all-star clash between some of TV's hottest stars and former footballing favourites will kick off next month. The special fundraiser between the cast and crew from ITV's hit soap, Emmerdale and some of the Claret's former talent has been organised
A CYCLIST was today fighting for life after a horrific collision with a car just weeks after he became a dad for the first time. Aaron Alston, 18, of Perth Street, Burnley, was injured when his BMX bike collided with a Citroen Saxo driven by a 20-year-old
A FAMILY have put up a "substantial reward" leading to the return of two quad-bikes stolen from their home. The are hoping the unusual move will encourage people to come forward with information about the theft. Christian Laycock's £3,000 Yamaha Blaster
THE longest national cycleway in Britain was officially opened this weekend in Pendle. Council bosses are hoping the borough's economy will receive a massive boost following the opening of the Pennine Cycleway. The route is 375 miles long and stretches
USERS of the online payment company PayPal are being warned to look out for a fake site that tries to get your personal details. Internet Storm Centre (isc.incidents.org), a US-based site which monitors internet security, has issued a warning about a
NEARLY 50 per cent of UK households can now access the internet from their homes. According to the Government's Expenditure and Food Survey, an estimated 11.7 million households can browse the web. And in the first three months of the year 54 per cent
BURNLEY trialist Amjad Iqbal is loving life at Turf Moor. The Farsley Celtic midfielder is aiming to bridge the gap between non-league football and the Nationwide League by impressing Clarets boss Stan Ternent and earning himself a deal. Iqbal, 22, has
PAUL Weller is fighting fit and ready to wipe-out the memory of last season's injury hell. The Clarets' midfielder feels he never hit the heights last season after failing to fully recover from an injury picked up in pre-season training. And Weller, now
DARWEN remain clear of the chasing pack in the Northern Premier League thanks to a sparkling 85 run victory over Lancaster on Saturday. Darwen were asked to bat and the top four batsmen all contributed to ensure they were able to post a total of 209 for
JAMES Anderson was basking in the glory of a first Lord's final win after England's sensational NatWest Series success over South Africa. The Burnley paceman took three wickets for 50 runs in the seven wicket win as England tied up a notable success.
RISHTON duly set the record no-one wanted by losing a 15th straight Lancashire League game on Saturday, but then finally stopped the rot with a thrilling first success of the summer over fellow strugglers Accrington at Blackburn Road yesterday. Typically
THERE was a dash of the continental at Ewood Park as Blackburn Rovers unveiled three new signings at a press conference. Australian midfielder Brett Emerton, Italian defender Loenzo Amoruso and young US goalkeeper David Yelldell have joined the club.
PAUL Weller is fighting fit and ready to wipe-out the memory of last season's injury hell. The Clarets' midfielder feels he never hit the heights last season after failing to fully recover from an injury picked up in pre-season training. And Weller, now
DARWEN ladies football team are looking for up and coming youngsters to join their ranks. Girls under 12 and ten are required for training sessions and play in league games in the coming season. Nigel Ramsden, team organiser and coach, said: "We want
A POSTAL mix-up has left a baffled woman from Darwen receiving mail destined for an army major thousands of miles away in America. Susan Whittle, 41, a care assistant at Highfield House, Darwen, frequently receives the mis-directed letters at her home
PUPILS from schools in Rossendale were commended for their work and presented with awards by the town's mayor. Eileen Kershaw, Mayor of Rossendale, was on hand alongside judge Sue Dewhurst to award the youngsters for their work in the Rossendale Schools
A JURY at Preston Crown Court was resuming its deliberations today a murder trial. Louise Berry, 19, is accused of murdering Mandy Burton, 30, at their home in Moorgate Street, Blackburn, last August. She is also charged with causing John David Hollern
A WOMAN had a lucky escape when the car she was travelling in somersaulted out of control in Blackburn town centre. Deborah Grant, 27, of Ingleby Close, Blackburn, suffered a bruised shoulder when the Ford Escort car driven by Wesley Smith, 25, of Azalea
A NEW dad "lost his rag" after his estranged partner started emptying the home and left in a van with his baby daughter and another man, a court was told. Burnley Crown Court heard how angry Terence Mulleny, 37, banged on the windows and threatened to
PUPILS excluded from main stream education have been rewarded for their hard work. Year 11 pupils at St Thomas's Centre, Lambeth Street, Blackburn, received certificates for their achievements during their stay. Pupils attending the centre are either
SIXTEEN people were arrested after a pitched battle erupted in a quiet street following a row over a barking dog. Police were called to the incident in Dryden Grove, Great Harwood, at 3pm on Saturday, and recovered a number of cricket and baseball bats
GANGS of youths spoiled the hot weather for scores of families as East Lancashire sizzled through its hottest day of the year. Pubs and off-licences recorded high sales and events, including the Arts in the Park music jamboree in Blackburn's Corporation
COLNE athlete Laura Finucane has taken fifth place in a World Championship final. Competing in the 800 metres at the IAAF World Youth Championships in Sherbrooke, Canada, the 16-year-old Pendle Athletic Club star clocked 2 minutes 05.90 seconds in the
THE weather was more conducive to sitting back, preferably in a deck chair, but in their first pre-season outing Accrington were intent on going forward. An own goal and strikes from Lutel James and Andy Gouck gave the Conference outfit the edge over
ENTREPRENEUR Mike Philips survived on baked beans to launch his business idea. Now thanks to his website, parents can let their children use the internet for advanced education research without worrying what they will stumble across. Mr Philips, of Eanam
AS East Lancashire is well aware, wind farms generate not just electricity, but huge controversy. But there must be an immense welcome today for the announcement by the government of a huge expansion of them in the place where they stand to cause the
SIXTEEN people were arrested after a pitched battle erupted in a quiet street following a row over a barking dog. Police were called to the incident in Dryden Grove, Great Harwood, at 3pm on Saturday, and recovered a number of cricket and baseball bats
THERE was a dash of the continental at Ewood Park as Blackburn Rovers unveiled three new signings at a press conference. Australian midfielder Brett Emerton, Italian defender Loenzo Amoruso and young US goalkeeper David Yelldell have joined the club.
A 31-YEAR-OLD man is being questioned by police following the suspicious death of a 54-year-old man in Burnley. James Heaton was discovered at his home in Montgomery Grove at around 3.48am on Sunday by Lancashire Ambulance staff. Police officers were
A WELL-KNOWN Barrowford pub is undergoing a six-week refurbishment programme and is looking for new staff. The White Bear, Gisburn Road, is due to re-open as an Ember Inn in August and will employ around 20. Ember Inns, which has over 150 pubs across
A 14-YEAR-OLD boy was punched in the head and kneed in the nose before a thief stole his £300 mobile phone. The incident happened near to Fulledge Fair on Friday at 9pm as the teenager walked along Towneley Holmes Road, Burnley. He was approached by a
POLICE have issued a fresh appeal for witnesses after five teenagers were knocked down by a stolen car in Foulridge last week. The incident happened in Reedymoor Lane on Wednesday afternoon when the stolen Ford Fiesta hit the five youngsters. Sarah Mclean
A FUND-RAISING appeal for a young celebral palsy sufferer has been so successful that her parents have been inspired to redouble their efforts. Kathryn Whittle and Ian Laithwaite, of Greenbank, Barnoldswick, said they originally wanted to raise £5,000
A PIECE of history was being dug up in Church. Residents moved 106 tonnes of earth underneath Simpson's Bridge to uncover an original road surface.
A COUPLE who fled Montserrat in the Caribbean after a volcano erupted wed in a Darwen church. Doreen and Joseph Chambers tied the knot in the New Methodist Church in Blackburn Road.
TWELVE caravans were left without electricity over the weekend after a driver lost his way and crushed power cables. The driver was collecting caravaners to take them on holiday when he became lost on the site in Woodland Park, West Bradford, near Clitheroe
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