NEIL PICKUP 27, British and European arm wrestling champion MEMORY: I got a toy fire engine for Christmas and I was really excited. As I leaned down the ladder poked me in the eye. It frightened me and for a minute I couldn't stop blinking. It was the
The fat lady shrinks THREE years ago Sal Southard weighed more than 24st. Now she is a trim 10st 7lb after having her stomach stapled. She tells PAULINE HAWKINS about her 30-year battle against compulsive overeating. AN eating disorder made Sally Southard
WASTE tip bosses today declared themselves ready to bury culled sheep and pigs at Deerplay -- but said they would only tell people about the burials after they had been completed. Viki Fox, spokesman for site operator Shanks Waste Disposal, said the company
A COUPLE whose son's death has prompted a major inquiry at Alder Hey Children's Hospital today demanded answers from health bosses and begged: "Tell us why our baby died." Blackburn parents Keira McGeough and Wayne Knight also revealed that they are preparing
A "DEVOUT and strict Muslim" who invited a child to commit a sex act on him, is behind bars for 12 months. Burnley Crown Court heard how Muhammed Shahid, 45, who prays five times a day, had "set the scene for sexual behaviour," with his Burnley schoolgirl
AN award has been presented to the former president of the North West Federation for Sport Recreation and Conservation, on the recommendation of Lady Towneley. Lady Towneley, of Dyneley, Cliviger, died in February but shortly before her death she made
WASTE tip bosses today declared themselves ready to bury culled sheep and pigs at Deerplay -- but said they would only tell people about the burials after they had been completed. Viki Fox, spokesman for site operator Shanks Waste Disposal, said the company
POLICE in Pendle hope to improve their relationship with young people by having face-to-face chats with them on their own territory. As part of the Pennine Division's 2000/2001 policing plan, the officers aim to work with teenagers through a Youth Involvement
TV antiques expert Eric Knowles today lifted the lid on his love of collections -- and revealed he was making money out of them when he was a kid in short trousers. And he told the Lancashire Evening Telegraph of the days he and his pals would trample
A TEACHER at an Accrington school has been arrested over allegations of a sex assault 12 years ago. The man, who is not being named, is currently on police bail until August. He was suspended from his post after the allegation was made but has now left
Friday, July 27 BLACKBURN: To 9pm: Lloyds Pharmacy, 4-6 Railway Road; Cohen, 63 Whalley Range. To 8pm: Johnston Pharmacy, 50-52 Johnston Street. To 7.30pm: Aston Pharmacy, 95 Accrington Road. To 7pm: Moss Pharmacy, 314 Bolton Road; The Pharmacy, Oakenhurst
Monday, July 23 BLACKBURN: To 9pm: Lloyds Pharmacy, 4-6 Railway Road; Cohen, 63 Whalley Range. To 8pm: Johnston Pharmacy, 50-52 Johnston Street. To 7.30pm: Aston Pharmacy, 95 Accrington Road. To 7pm: Moss Pharmacy, 314 Bolton Road; The Pharmacy, Oakenhurst
Tuesday, July 24 BLACKBURN: To 9pm: Lloyds Pharmacy, 4-6 Railway Road; Cohen, 63 Whalley Range. To 8pm: Johnston Pharmacy, 50-52 Johnston Street. To 7.30pm: Aston Pharmacy, 95 Accrington Road. To 7pm: The Pharmacy, Oakenhurst Road; Geloo Bros, Cleaver
AN INQUEST has been opened into the death of a former soldier who died more than two years after he suffered severe head injuries in a barracks fall. Paul Trotter, 22, from Clitheroe, a veteran of the Bosnian war, had been a patient at the Sue Ryder Care
Despite four wickets from Gary Keedy, they allowed Somerset to recover from 199 for five to 385 for nine in the top three Championship match - already a handy first innings lead of 61. This on an Old Trafford pitch which was already offering plenty of
LOWERHOUSE captain Matt Hope has defended his side's terrible performance at Todmorden on Sunday -- they were bowled out for 53 -- and admitted: "I actually thought that was going to happen on both days!" Hope took his depleted troops -- they were missing
EVEN if Paul Houldsworth leads Great Harwood to the prestigious league and cup double, he'll still relinquish the captaincy at the end of this season. His side were due to face Jennings Ribblesdale League title rivals Earby today before a Ramsbottom Cup
MOTORCYCLIST Mark Withey, who suffered serious injuries after a crash in Dandy Road, Darwen, early yesterday was stable in hospital today. Police said Mark, 36, of Dove Lane, Darwen, lost control of his Honda Fireblade 900cc motorcycle on a bend, hitting
THE owner of a car repair garage today vowed his business would continue despite the collapse of his workshop in a freak accident. Colin Stothart was working at his business, Hare and Hounds Garage on the corner of Newchurch Road and Four Lane Ends, Stacksteads
A GRANDFATHER, knocked off his bike by a speeding car being followed by police, was only just recovering from two heart attacks, his son has revealed. Frank Almond, 54, today remained poorly in Blackburn Royal Infirmary after the accident in Shadsworth
LIVESTOCK farmers have been urged to stay away from next week's Royal Lancashire Agricultural Show amid fears the foot and mouth virus could be spread during the event. But the president of the National Farmers' Union, Ben Gill, speaking at the launch
THE former secretary of a Blackburn social club has been jailed for two years after stealing more than £45,000 from the organisation. Brian Johnson, 63, of New Wellington Street, Blackburn, was sentenced at Preston Crown Court after being found guilty
A COUPLE whose son's death has prompted a major inquiry at Alder Hey Children's Hospital today demanded answers from health bosses and begged: "Tell us why our baby died." Blackburn parents Keira McGeough and Wayne Knight also revealed that they are preparing
PADIHAM manager Graham Howarth is looking for his side to improve on their eighth-place finish from last season when the new campaign kicks off next month. The Storks made an incredible debut in the North West Counties League last year after promotion
SUNDAY Guided T ours, Refreshments and Gift Shop, Stonyhurst College, 1pm-5pm. 'Pure and Simple' -- summer meditation retreat, Buddhist College and Retreat Centre, Dobroyd Castle, Pexwood Road, Todmorden. "The Rise and Fall of An Empire" -- Bringing History
Locks hold the key to a splendid trip FROM East Lancashire follow the A59 to Skipton. Turn right at the roundabout near the Little Chef and follow the signs to Bradford. Pass through Keighley and on to Bingley. An alternative route is via Colne and Laneshawbridge
EWOOD chief John Williams today revealed fans are throwing their full weight behind Graeme Souness's Rovers revolution as season-ticket sales look set to soar above 16,000. After the euphoria of promotion, Rovers have been inundated with enquiries about
SISQO: Sing For Me (Def Soul) -- Catchy, simple, provocative lyrics seems to be Sisqo's strong point. Following on from his success last year with Thong Song, the pop-star-turned-film star is back with an equally catchy effort in the form on Sing for
A SMALL trailer was destroyed and diesel spilled on to the road as an articulated lorry narrowly missed colliding with a car in Skipton Old Road, Colne. The lorry, carrying a tractor unit, was travelling towards the Hare and Hounds pub at around 9am yesterday
Cellar Bar, Blackburn: Earl and Big Fluff performing. Oxygen, Blackburn: '70s DISCO SOUNDS, 9pm to 1am, free. Cubes, Blackburn: DJ GILLY, ANDY B, house and garage, 9pm to 1am, free. Utopia Discotheque, Blackburn: SEDUCTION, chart and party tunes, 10pm
A GROUP of animal lovers seeking charitable status today appealed for kindhearted people to come forward and look after sick and injured pets. Volunteers at the newly-formed Hyndburn Stray Dogs in Need (HSDN) group are looking for pet lovers to turn their
A CENTRE for elders of the ethnic minority community is looking for financial backing in order to continue its work. The Hamdard Centre, Garbett Street, Accrington, has offered a variety of services to local people for two years but a problem with a planning
ACCRINGTON Stanley's conman ex-physio lied to a judge as well and kept his freedom -- but only just. Kelvin Clark, 39, had been made the subject of a deferred sentence after he claimed he had been studying for a sports qualification and he later alleged
Sunday, July 22 BLACKBURN: 10.30am-4.30pm: Superdrugs Pharmacy, 3-7 Stonybutts; 11am-2pm: Aston Pharmacy, 95 Accrington Road; 12noon-1pm: Karims Pharmacy, 140 Mosley Street. DARWEN: 12noon-1pm: Geloo Bros Ltd, 14 Union Street. ACCRINGTON: 11am-1pm: Lloyds
Thursday, July 26 BLACKBURN: To 9pm: Lloyds Pharmacy, 4-6 Railway Road. To 8pm: Johnston Pharmacy, 50-52 Johnston Street. To 7.30pm: Aston Pharmacy, 95 Accrington Road. To 6.30pm: Donald Wood Ltd, 53 Fishmoor Drive; Healthbook Ltd, Audley Shopping Centre
Wednesday, July 25 BLACKBURN: To 9pm: Lloyds Pharmacy, 4-6 Railway Road; The Surgery (Chiropody), 132 Lammack Road; Cohen, 63 Whalley Range. To 8pm: Johnston Pharmacy, 50-52 Johnston Street. To 7.30pm: Aston Pharmacy, 95 Accrington Road. To 7pm: The Pharmacy
RECORD buy Ian Moore is champing at the bit to get started in his quest to spearhead a promotion push at Turf Moor. The £1 million striker hung on to his club record tag when the Clarets missed out on their summer swoop for QPR front man Peter Crouch.
NINETEEN players were separated by just two shots at the top of the leaderboard as the Open went into its final day. In what looks likely to be the most exciting finish to the Open in years the outcome of golf's most glittering prize may come down to
ALTERNATIVE three-piece Earl unveil their new line-up at a gig in Blackburn tonight. The female trio put their music careers on hold this year while the youngest member of the band, Fiona Daniel, completed her A-levels. But with her exams out of the way
UP-AND-COMING four-piece Jobe hope to draw attention to their talents over the coming months as they line up a series of gigs -- including one at the venue where U2 and Nick Cave played when they started out. Things finally seem to be coming together
FIRE chiefs were today bracing themselves for an arson-plagued summer after children started a blaze which gutted a mill -- on the day the school holidays started. It took four hours for firefighters to put out the fire at the derelict Nunnhills Mill,
