BURNLEY skipper Jason Shackell was pleased to secure a second successive clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace – but admitted mixed feelings about the result. The Clarets followed up their goalless draw at home to Manchester United
Tom Heaton (7) Despite plenty of Palace pressure he didn’t have much to do, one comfortable save from Zaha aside. Kieran Trippier (8) Not at his best going forward but stood up to the challenge posed by Zaha brilliantly and was excellent
Paul Robinson (6) Made a good save from Callum McManaman but, with bodies blocking his view, could not deny James Perch. Alex Baptiste (6) Moved from centre back to right back, he had every reason to feel conned by McManaman for the
NEW gardens at East Lancashire Hospice were officially opened with a garden party for supporters after a grant was awarded to fund the work. The hospice received £105,000 and designed the features with patients in mind on land which was formerly
A PENSIONER who offered years of friendship and support to a housebound neighbour has been described as a ‘inspiration and great example’ and been rewarded with a Good Neighbour Award. Pat Nunn, 69, of Stonyhurst Road, Blackburn, gives up hours
THE boss of a Darwen haulage firm says traffic chaos caused by new lights on the way out of town is damaging his business. Andrew Walker, chief executive of Kenley Warehousing and Distribution in Hilton Street, made the comments at Thursday’s meeting
A TOP European politician has been described as ‘robotically toeing the company line’ after arguing Britain should stop moaning about problems caused by European immigrants. Laszio Andor, EU Commissioner for employment, claims EU migration is good
A 45-YEAR-OLD man who felt ‘hatred’ towards the police after he was Tasered started making offensive phone calls. Blackburn magistrates heard Richard Matthew Greenop said if he saw police officers unconscious in a car which had crashed into a wall
A 24-YEAR-old woman claimed benefits as a single parent despite living with her partner. Blackburn magistrates heard Alisha Finn received more than £15,000 she was not entitled to, before investigators uncovered the fraud. Finn, of Rothesay
AN East Lancashire pet food manufacturer has seen sales of its cat treats soar, giving it a share of almost 11 per cent of the booming cat treat market. Webbox, made by Pet’s Choice Ltd, is now the second favourite cat treat brand in the UK, according
A FAST-growing business which manufactures insulated linings for refrigerated vehicles is planning to double in size following a £200,000 loan from Lancashire’s Rosebud Finance. The funding will allow CoolKit to relocate to larger premises in Burnley
WITH unemployment a major problem in the UK, centres like The Switch in Burnley have seen a huge demand for their services. The offices in Keirby Walk offer a wide range of help, from job seeking advice to free supported courses and WiFi access
AN animal- themed fun day attracted hundreds of people and raised more than £1,500. Visitors to the event run by Horses and Ponies Protection Association (HAPPA) at Towneley Playing fields met rescued equines, took part in animal related activities
A COMMUNITY stalwart has celebrated her 100th birthday. Retired teacher Florence Wright, marked the occasion with a party for friends and family at Cravenside Home for Older People in Barnoldswick. Mrs Wright, the daughter of plumber Ebor Smith
FOR people who are homeless, the thought of living out on the street as winter approaches is a frightening prospect. Young people are particularly vulnerable to homelessness due to high unemployment rates, low wages and not knowing who to turn
A FORMER cinema which has fallen into disrepair could be demolished and turned into flats if planning permission is granted. The former picture house in Blackburn Road, Great Harwood, has been the home of the Grand Social Club in more recent years
A RIBBLE Valley councillor has been left feeling ‘angry’ after Billington’s roads were left a ‘mess’ after a gas pipe installation. Billington saw extended roadworks throughout the summer as new gas pipes were installed throughout the village.
The Scottish Independence referendum is nearly here and after a summer of debate over the subject, it will be very interesting to see what the final outcome is this week. One of the topics that piqued my interest during the debate over Scottish independence
The achievements of employers and their Apprentices were recognised last week at the 2014 Themis Inspire and Achieve Awards. The event was hosted at Themis, the award winning Apprenticeship and business training provision of Burnley College and was attended
THE father of a nurse who was stabbed to death by a violent former partner is to petition the government for a special register which would enable police to identify, track, monitor and manage stalkers. John Clough, from Barrowford, and his wife
Forced marriage, honour violence, Jihadi brides – teacher, trainer, government influencer, Mussurut Zia is the woman who stands as protector for the victims. She talks to Diane Cook... Mussurut Zia called to apologise profusely. She couldn
A 53-YEAR-old Nelson man said to be ‘at the bottom’ of the drugs chain fell foul of a police surveillance operation. Blackburn magistrates heard officers were keeping watch on a house in Accrington when William James Richmond went in and scored
If I ever get the chance to learn something new I’ll choose dressmaking. I am in awe of anyone who can take a piece of cloth, a needle and thread and make an item of clothing. I’m one of those people who, given the right materials and environment
A THIEF trashed a shop and terrified staff by claiming to have a knife and threatening to stab them, a court heard. Burnley magistrates were told how Richard James Croskell, 27, smashed eggs, bread and cakes at the One Stop Shop in Colne Road.
A WOUNDED soldier who lost the use of his legs finished a respectable eighth in a road cycling race at the Invictus Games. Martyn Gibbons MBE suffered shrapnel injuries during a mortar attack in Afghanistan in 2007 and battled to regain the use
PENDLE MP Andrew Stephenson has joined the fight against breast cancer by promising to wear pink on October 24. Breast Cancer Campaign’s flagship fundraiser, ‘Wear it Pink Day’ urges everyone to wear something pink to raise awareness of the campaign
RESIDENTS in Todmorden and Cornholme are being urged to save money and help the environment by picking up a bargain composting bin. Council bosses in Calderdale are offering a receptacle, in partnership with Getcomposting.com for £19.98 – and a
DEVELOPERS behind expansion plans for a wind farm say they will make ‘every effort’ to consider ways to minimise the impact on a much-loved cobbled road. However town councillors in Whitworth said the potential damage done to the historic and well-used
ROSSENDALE’S 60s festival revved up with a collection of vintage scooters at Scootfest at Haslingden Cricket Club. Four live bands played and trade stalls sold anything and everything that a scooter enthusiast could want. The scooterfest was
IN A vote on a Bill calling for major exemptions to the Bedroom Tax, Pendle MP Andrew Stephenson voted to keep the current policy. But with Labour promising to repeal the tax, the Government was defeated, as Lib Dem and even some Tory MPs jumped
NELSON charity, Early Break, has been announced as one of six charities shortlisted for a £50,000 prize after members of the public were invited to nominate their favourite good causes. Comparethemarket.com received more than 1,400 votes after
BURNLEY will assess Danny Ings’ hamstring injury today after the striker limped out of the 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace. Ings left the field at Selhurst Park shortly before half-time after stretching to control a ball near the halfway line. MORE
FIREFIGHTERS tackled two incidents started by cooking equipment yesterday. A crew from Accrington fire station attended a terrace house in Holland Street, Blackburn, when smoke from an oven set off the resident’s fire alarm at about 12.36pm.
JAMES Beattie may not have been present in the Accrington Stanley dugout but as James Gray flicked the ball beyond AFC Wimbledon goalkeeper and into the net to win the club’s first game since the manager’s departure his presence was very much felt.
A PROLIFIC thief caught red-handed stripping lead from the roofs of two businesses – once on camera – was trying to fund his £10,000-a-year heroin habit, a court heard. Burnley magistrates were told jobless Ian John Berry, 38, was seen both times
BLACKBURN Rovers goalkeeper Jake Kean has joined Yeovil Town on an initial one-month loan. The 23-year-old was close to signing for the Glovers on loan on transfer deadline day. But he has now linked up with Gary Johnson's side ahead of their
Stonehaven Sauvignon Blanc 2014, £7.99, Co-op It has a style which isn’t quite as blowsy as New Zealand’s Marlborough Sauvignons but has more oomph than the same white grape makes in the Loire – and that’s where South Africa scores. There’s
Come and join us in a very UNIQUE Lunch & Learn event, help us to celebrate women in business, showcasing the role of women in the workplace since 1914 to present day. Join us for a lunch with a twist. The Guest Speaker is a surprise, but they will
A GRANDFATHER smashed his son-in-law’s record to be crowned the World Black Pudding Throwing Champion. About 5,000 people descended on Ramsbottom yesterday to revel in the annual unusual contest which has a Lancashire-Yorkshire twist.
A 21-year-old was allegedly punched, kicked and stamped on by two men in what police said was an unprovoked attack on a nightclub dancefloor. The victim’s 23-year-old friend tried to help him but was also allegedly assaulted, kicked in the face
A DENTIST who dragged a man out of his surgery has been acquitted of assault. Blackburn magistrates heard Holger Held believed the other man, who was the father of a former employee, had some kind of a bladed weapon. MORE TOP STORIES: Barry
GARY Bowyer has challenged Ben Marshall to keep showing his Premier League quality after the midfielder inspired Blackburn Rovers to a win which leaves them in buoyant mood going into Wednesday’s home clash with Derby County. Man-of-the-match Marshall
A WARNING has gone out to young people not to circulate revealing pictures of themselves via text message or social media. It comes from sexual health experts who say it is a criminal offence to distribute images of a minor. MORE TOP STORIES
BLACKBURN’S market opened for the first time on a Sunday as East Lancashire embraced its heritage for a series of events celebrating the area’s traditions. More than 100 events and activities took place at 50 venues, including the market opening
A 54-YEAR-old man has gone missing from a nursing home without his medication. Police are growing increasingly concerned for Arthur Thompson who left Heightside House Nursing Home, Rawtenstall, at about 10.30am on Thursday. MORE TOP STORIES
RESIDENTS of a Darwen street are calling for traffic calming measures after a seven-year-old girl suffered a broken leg in a road accident. The youngster collided with the left side of a Mazda as it was driven along Lightbown Street at around 6.30pm
A DOG walker was allegedly struck around the head with a brick after asking a fellow pet owner to control his animals. The alleged attack happened as the pair, who did not know each other, walked their dogs at an East Lancashire beauty spot at
SIX people were evacuated from smoke-filled flats when a suspicious fire broke out in Blackburn. The blaze started at the entrance door to the block on King Street at 4.40am on Saturday, blocking the only way out of the building. MORE TOP STORIES
EARLIER this week Sean Dyche spoke of the importance of players taking their chances in front of goal when they come along in the Premier League. So it must have been frustrating for him to see one of the season’s stand-out performers so far miss
IT was fitting on the day that singer-songwriter Reece Bibby wowed the crowds at a sun-kissed Ewood Park that Ben Marshall produced a performance that did much to suggest that he can provide the X Factor for Gary Bowyer this season. Accrington
AN ONLINE scam warning has been issued about malicious emails containing software which can access personal and financial information. Trading standards chiefs say the emails invite the recipient to open an attachment which they falsely claim contains
At the annual Community Stars Awards, held on Thursday 11th September at Preston North End Football Ground, Community Gateway Association (CGA) took the opportunity to thank and award champions of Preston’s community. From individuals to groups, young
As part of efforts to raise funds for our nominated charity of the year, staff from Taylor Patterson organised a charity golf day on behalf of East Lancashire Hospice at Shaw Hill Golf Club in Chorley. The team at Taylor Patterson each year nominate
