‘Bad Lad’ Samuel joins TV army
AT SIXTEEN Samuel Bruce-Angland got kicked out of school, fell out with his parents, moved out of home, and fell in with the wrong crowd.
Attack on pet pony by dogs
A FAMILY watched in horror as their pet pony was viciously mauled by two dogs.
The sacrifice we will never forget
NINETY years to the day that more than 700 men from Accrington and surrounding towns faced the Germans at the Battle of the Somme, the town fell silent to the remember them.
Raider attacks pregnant wife
A HEAVILY pregnant Chinese takeaway worker was attacked by a man who forced his way behind the counter.
Joiner loses fight for life
A JOINER who plunged 20ft from a Hyndburn building site when scaffolding collapsed has died.
Map of dog mess hotspots
RESIDENTS in Hyndburn are being urged to map dog mess hot spots in a bid to crack down on irresponsible pet owners.
We’ll whinny the cup... neigh problem
TWO England fans have turned their pony into a walking St George's flag after shouting themselves horse' watching the World Cup.
Bandstand back in tune
A GRADE II listed bandstand in Nelson that has been a magnet for vandals for many years has re-opened following a £66,000 refurbishment.
Pastor’s work is rewarded
AN Accrington church is to have a full time pastor for the first time in 12 years after an increase in its congregation.
Judge praises attack hero
A YOUNG man who squared up to a sex attacker after hearing the victim's scream has been praised by a judge.
