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Entertainer's plans for Padiham venue

9:00pm Saturday 18th May 2013

A VETERAN of the entertainment business has said he hopes to breathe new life into a unique dance hall.

Woman punched in Padiham handbag attack

7:58pm Friday 17th May 2013

A 40-YEAR-OLD woman was punched in the face as she sat on a bench in Padiham.

Terrier savaged by 'devil dogs' in Padiham

10:27am Thursday 16th May 2013

A DOG walker had to rush his critically injured pet to a vet after a terrifying attack by two out-of-control bull terriers.

Crash driver from Padiham 'had two lagers'

2:37pm Wednesday 15th May 2013

A DRINK driver involved in an early hours accident told police she had drunk two cans of lager, a court heard.

Girl, 7, found drug addict in gran's house in Padiham

‘UNLIKELY STORY’ Debbie Kearns

7:00pm Friday 10th May 2013

A DRUG addict who sneaked into a pensioner’s home to steal her handbag while she was out with her granddaughter has been jailed for 41 weeks.

ASBOs for Padiham pair who ran ‘drugs and drink’ party house

BANNED  Lucy Fraser is not allowed in parts of Padiham

11:00am Tuesday 7th May 2013

‘NEIGHBOURS from hell’ who turned their Padiham home into a ‘drop-in centre for drink and drug-taking’ have been barred from part of the town.

Man from Burnley jailed over Padiham axe threat

Alan Hymas

3:18pm Friday 3rd May 2013

AN AXEMAN who threatened to cut off a terrified victim’s head has been jailed for 23 months.

Peter puts love of Padiham Cricket Club into print

Peter with his book

3:23pm Friday 3rd May 2013

CRICKETING author Peter Shirtcliffe has fulfilled a lifetime ambition by penning a book chronicling the history of the ground that has been his life.

Padiham man's musical proposal tugs at the heart strings

Duncan and Frances

9:00pm Monday 29th April 2013

A RAILWAY engineer from Padiham had a first-class idea when it came to popping the question to his fiancee.

Theft leads to delay in opening Padiham branch of The Original Factory Shop

5:00pm Thursday 25th April 2013

THE theft of electrical wiring at retail premises in Padiham has led to delays in opening a new store.

Final call for Padiham Swimathon entries

1:46pm Friday 19th April 2013

A FINAL call has been made to swimmers in Padiham wishing to take part in the world’s biggest fundraising pool event.

Enter Padiham swim and run challenge

1:52pm Thursday 18th April 2013

SPORTS enthusiasts are being challenged to take part in a Padiham swim and run challenge.

Mum from Padiham to tackle Three Peaks challenge in memory of soldier son

Sgt Gareth Thursby

6:00pm Sunday 14th April 2013

THE MUM of a fallen soldier is to tackle Yorkshire’s Three Peaks challenge to raise money in her son’s memory.

Rare genetic condition killed 32-year-old Padiham man

7:00pm Friday 12th April 2013

A 32-YEAR-old man with a rare genetic condition was found dead at home, two days after he was due to start a ‘life-changing’ new job, an inquest heard.

Ambitious proposals to convert Padiham pub

9:01am Thursday 11th April 2013

A DEVELOPER is looking to convert a former Padiham pub into a five-bedroom house – complete with snug.

Padiham man grabbed girlfriend's throat and spat at her

5:02pm Thursday 11th April 2013

A MAN who twice assaulted his ‘vulnerable’ partner grabbed her around the throat and spat in her face, Burnley magistrates heard.

How Posh helped Padiham woman have a baby

Amy with daughter Scarlett Leigh

4:20pm Wednesday 10th April 2013

AFTER reading Victoria Beckham’s autobiography, Amy Roberts self-diagnosed herself with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a common condition which makes it difficult for women to conceive.

Padiham carer accused of neglecting elderly patients in Haslingden care home

Mark Taylor

10:27am Friday 5th April 2013

A SENIOR care worker ‘lost his temper’ and neglected five elderly dementia residents, a court has heard.

£1m bid to attract creative businesses to Padiham

Tony Fitzgerald

5:13pm Friday 5th April 2013

A MILLION pound bid to transform Padiham town centre and attract new businesses has been announced.

Padiham plastics firm comes to the rescue of African 'Mercy Ship'

Sales administrator Kelly Glover with some of the coloured measuring jugs donated to What More UK

7:00pm Wednesday 3rd April 2013

A PLASTIC manufacturing firm has come to the rescue of a hospital ship that provides life-saving medical treatment to the poorest people in Africa.


What's on in Burnley

Burnley blues stage beckons for young hopefuls (link)

lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/leisure 5:28pm Fri 17 May 13

YOUNG musicians are being given the chance to perform at one of the country’s top festivals.

Noddy Holder still Crazee about Slade (link)

lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/leisure 11:17am Fri 10 May 13

GLAM rock legend Noddy Holder is being lined up for this year’s series of Strictly Come Dancing as he celebrates…

Southside Johnny ready for Burnley’s 25th International Rock and Blues Festival (link)

lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/leisure 12:43pm Fri 3 May 13

SOUTHSIDE Johnny pulls his truck over beside the ‘sidewalk’ as he drives through his hometown of New Jersey,…

The Zombies to play Burnley's R'n'B Festival (link)

lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/leisure 5:43pm Fri 26 Apr 13

BURNLEY’S 25th International R’n’B Festival will be graced by The Zombies on May 5 this year.

James Taylor Quartet expect 'fireworks' at Ribble Valley Jazz Festival (link)

lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/leisure 5:41pm Fri 26 Apr 13

JAMES Taylor has always been completely his own man, the dark horse who sings in his local choral society and has…

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