An ordinary 60 plus couple - Vidhyadhar Patwardhan and his wife are forced to search for their faith in human values and society after the death of their only son Amar. In the process they undergo the most testing struggle of their lives. Slow moving
I WOULD like to contact anyone who has access to the baptism records of St Mary the Virgin Church in Blackburn. I am trying to locate a baptism date for Elizabeth (Betty) Tassiker, daughter of John Tassiker, born circa 1826/1827. I would be grateful for
I WOULD like to thank readers, members of the public and businesses who continue to send me their used postage stamps in aid of the East Lancs Hospice. The Hospice raises much needed money through the sale of used stamps and it is an on-going appeal.Stamps
FOLLOWING on from the Hennighan's plea for a Littlewoods store in Blackburn (LET, August 9), I have been informed that the store in Preston is due for closure in March next year, much to the dismay of it's many loyal customers. I understand that yet another
WITH reference to Jayne Waring's letter (LET, August 6), yes, money does talk. The new Darwen Academy is a business venture. That is why it has investors, Rodney Aldridge being the main one. There are families losing their homes for this new Academy Rodney
CHILDREN as young as ten are being targeted by a gang of teenage girl robbers. Four girls aged between 13 and 16 are believed to be behind a spate of muggings in Nelson dating back to August 8. Today police urged people to help catch the gang and appealed
The first time someone did it to me I didn't know what to make of it. I was in the playground and this mate of mine told a really good joke and then held out his hand for me slap. Well, it wasn't really a full slap but a more of a slow 'high five' thing
CHILDREN as young as ten are being targeted by a gang of teenage girl robbers. Four girls aged between 13 and 16 are believed to be behind a spate of muggings in Nelson dating back to August 8. Today police urged people to help catch the gang and appealed
Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), the quiz show that created history on Indian television, is making a triumphant comeback. KBC is hosted by Bollywood's biggest icon - Amitabh Bachchan, who was most recently seen at the STAR IIFA Awards in Amsterdam. The big
Have events in London turned the clock back and left the community worse off than when our elders first set foot on British soil? An article by Sarvat Jabeen Khan Martyrdom was never before so blatantly misinterpreted and corrupted. Fighting for the cause
IT'S been described as much a part of the British Summer as Wimbledon and Ascot. The Goodwood Festival of Speed is an annual celebration of a bygone era in motoring, attracting over 150,000 spectators for the the three-day carnival. And now Lancashire
DEAR MASSI, I am writing this in a stream of tears clutching on to the pain that erupts from the pit of my stomach. The reason for this distress is caused by me being picked on by a family in the community who outwardly appear to be pious and Islamic
JAMAICAN trialist Luton Shelton is set to step up his efforts to win a contract with Burnley. The jet-heeled striker arrived at Burnley a week ago carrying a niggling hamstring injury that required intensive treatment. However, the 19-year-old Harbour
The proposed rebranding of minorities is no more than another ludicrous self-defeating idea from on high. I have several friends & colleagues who, ostensibly at least, share identical characteristics but whose reactions to this idea would, I am sure
A LITTLE girl has been left heartbroken after vandals ruined a memorial to her dead father which was specially erected close to her home. The wooden plinth baring the name of popular Warren Melling had only been in place in Queen's Park, Blackburn, for
Kick It Out, footballs anti- racism campaign, and the Football Foundation, the UK's largest sporting charity, are offering a series of grants to community groups who want to use football to tackle exclusion. The 'Community Chest' grants are available
The nearly men of football played the game as it should be and came away with the cup. This years Abdul Valli Cup was competitive as always and for a moment it looked like the winning team would be one from outside of Preston for the first time. Fishwick
Whalley Range became the first side to retain the Summer Cancer Relief cup. Now in its sixth year the tournament again attracted teams from around the North West. But it was the Preston challange that proved the strongest. Nile, Santos, Fishwick Rangers
Muslim leaders in Burnley have vowed to do all they can to stop youngsters in the borough from falling prey to extremists. The pledge came yesterday as religious leaders gathered to condemn the terror attacks in London which killed 56 people. In a press
Doctor has vision for Africa A Preston-based doctor has used his skills to help restore the eyesight of hundreds of people in Africa. Dr Jag Gandhi, 31, an ophthalmologist at Royal Preston Hospital, travelled to Ndola in northern Zambia. There he taught
The Hindu Forum of Britain has hosted an evening of Friendship and Trust with leaders from the World's seven largest Faith. Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Jainism and Sikhism. Co-hosted by Diamond Way Buddhism, UK, the event was a celebration
A woman has told of the moment she battled to save the life of five-year-old who had been engulfed in flames. It is thought the young girl's clothes were set alight by a gas fire as she looked into a mirror placed above the mantelpiece. The incident happened
It was one of the region's biggest success stories and a major employer. This month though employees were left shocked and bewildered as they were laid off in their hundreds when Granville Technology Group closed. Some found out when they switched on
Muslim groups speak out after news that bombers were British. British Muslims Utterly Condemn Acts of Terror (Muslim Council of Britain) "We must and will be united in common determination that terror cannot succeed. It is now the duty of all us Britons
BLACKBURN Harriers have gone through the regular season unbeaten in the Northern Track and Field League, winning for the fourth time at Witton Park on Sunday. Their season will now continue into next month as they face the top two in each of the four
MANY service industries and businesses of all kinds use call centres which are not necessarily in the same county or even the same country. But while they are ideal for managing some operations there are areas where local knowledge is needed - as a number
A husband can only take so much before he cracks! Anil Kapoor gives a stirring performance as a man on the run following the murder of his wife. It ain't no 'Fugitive' but the tense and thrilling chase scenes are worth a look. Gripping stuff. My Wife's
Karisma Kapoor makes a welcome return to our screens in a romantic drama about the ups and downs of life in showbiz. An aspiring pop singer Vicky (Akshay Kumar) cant get enough of Anjali (Amisha Patel). As his talent reaches new heights Vicky gets a contract
IN regard to the boy who was attacked by the dog (LET, August 6). The dog was not to blame, as she was only acting on instinct in defending her young. It would be a shame to have her destroyed. S DOLAN, Gillibrand Street, Darwen.
AT long last, the government has awakened to the presence of vile insurgents who have invaded our country, be they British or foreign. The idea that they should be charged and tried for High Treason is long overdue. It is a great sadness that it took
I AND I'm sure millions around the world would like to condemn the scum of the earth that brought fear and destruction to the city of London. These cowards do not belong on this earth never mind our communities, they have no right to walk with us in the
A LITTLE girl has been left heartbroken after vandals ruined a memorial to her dead father which was specially erected close to her home. The wooden plinth baring the name of popular Warren Melling had only been in place in Queen's Park, Blackburn, for
For most of us the school people took us to the baths for the first time. Until then we didnt know what to make of it. I didnt know what they wore at the baths or whether you had to get changed from home. Swim in your underpants I got told. What the hell
BLACKBURN Rovers duo Craig Bellamy and Ryan Nelsen are facing a race against time in their battle to be fit for Saturday's Premiership opener with West Ham United. Bellamy pulled out of a training session earlier this week after his ankle injury flared
DEAR MASSI, I am seeing this guy but he went and told his parents that I want to marry him. I've only known him for three months and the conversation never even came up between us. His parents came round to my house recently and I was just shocked. I
A MILKMAN who showed a lot of bottle has relived the moment he came face to face with a tropical snake on his morning round. And as if that wasn't unusual enough, David Pollard, 47, was amazed to discover that the 3ft-long red and black striped reptile
The long-awaited epic starring Amir Khan finally hits our screens this month and it is certainly worth the wait. Film-makers always have the tendency to be less than generous with the truth when it comes to historical fact. Here at least they attempt
Apache Indian took to the main stage and entertained over 50 000 to probably one of his finest ever performances at this year's WOMAD festival. The Dhol Foundation made a surprise appearance with the main man, Johnny Kalsi at the helm. A 15 000 audience
A 42-year-old man has been cleared of a tyre slashing spree in a Ribble Valley village. Martin Charles Borthwick faced 19 charges of criminal damage following attacks on cars, including two belonging to his ex-girlfriend, parked in Chatburn on the night
JAMAICAN trialist Luton Shelton is set to step up his efforts to win a contract with Burnley. The jet-heeled striker arrived at Burnley a week ago carrying a niggling hamstring injury that required intensive treatment. However, the 19-year-old Harbour
DEAR MASSI,I am having problems at work and dont know what to do for the best. I joined the company after being interviewed and accepted by a very nice woman and I thought it was going to be great. The problem is that there is a man who reports to her
Dear Massi,I have been married six years and my husband and I did not go through an arranged marriage. We have two children and my husband adores them. However, nine months ago he started acting strangely towards me. He became very secretive. It happened
DEAR MASSI, I went abroad to get married last year and at the time I was very happy with the arrangement. My parents didn't pressure me at all and I went along with everything. I got a long with my wife really well. I got married and now my wife is supposed
After a couple of near misses, Oldhams Untouchables finally came good in Lancashire. They beat off stiff competition on a day of high drama to win the McBride sponsored Cricket tournament held at Towneley Park in Burnley. In the final their score of 89
BLACKBURN Rovers duo Craig Bellamy and Ryan Nelsen are facing a race against time in their battle to be fit for Saturday's Premiership opener with West Ham United. Bellamy pulled out of a training session earlier this week after his ankle injury flared
And whilst we have been reminded over and over again to stay calm and not to jump to conclusions I think most non-Muslims understand this. The media just increase the tension by going over the same issues of race relations and unity every other day. We
A 22-YEAR-OLD Asian postman was attacked and racially abused by two men who pulled up next to him in a car. Police in Darwen have appealed for witnesses to the unprovoked attack in Jacks Key Drive but insist this kind of incident is rare in the town.
London Olympia's Grand Hall witnessed the return of the three day Asian Lifestyle Show. Despite recent and tragic events haunting London and affecting public transport, the show carried on and saw a respectful turn out from the public, even reaching capacity
I LOVE this time of the year. It's a time when all teams are equal, when hopes are high, players aren't yet fighting and it's too hot for Jose Mourinho to wear that coat. It's also a time when my crystal ball gets it annual rub. So enjoy my predictions
Some parents and family members are to blame for allowing their kids to get involved in drug dealing. I know of some parents who are proud of the fact their son always has money on him and is able to pay for new cars. They are not bothered where the money
With regards to the letter in last months Asian Image entitled 'Burkah Confusion' by Mrs Ashcroft. The burkah's purpose is not to distinguish yourself from others or to make yourself prominent but it is a sign of modesty. It is the decoration (beauty)
The London bombings have brought death and destruction but also raised key issues which have to be tackled if we want a safer world for our children. Young people feel disenfranchised and not represented by the feudal elders who seem to be our community
Whilst we all condemn the actions of bombers here and abroad we should also condemn the actions of any army which bombs innocent peope. There is and always has been a distinct hypocrisy in both the west and within many Islamic countries. When someone
Cricket legend and batting supremo Saeed Anwar has been visiting mosques and schools in the region. The Pakistani sports star made a quick visit to Troy Street Mosque in Blackburn. And in Bradford he was at Nab Wood School as part of Education Bradford's
In the light of comments that Muslim women who fear Islamophobic attacks should abandon wearing the hijab, or headscarf, the mayor of London's human rights adviser Yasmin Qureshi has said. "London is a diverse city and we are going to defend that diversity
Almost 2,000 people attended a Unity convention at Manchester's Brigewater Hall. Attendees listened to speakers address issues such as unity within Muslim organisations, dealing with terrorism and ideological obstructions to Muslim unity. Foundation chairman
The total amount received or pledged to the London Bombings Relief Charitable Fund has now reached £6.32m following a £300,000 donation from British based international relief and development charity Islamic Relief Worldwide. Dr Hany El-Banna OBE, President
Is the government about to repeat past errors by consulting only those who will tell it what it really wants to hear? Soon after the bombings of July 7 the Government quickly gathered the leaders of the Muslim community. There was widespread condemnation
A 78-year-old man, his son and three grandchildren have been jailed for laundering more than £400,000 from the profits of drug trafficking. Four of the family were pressurised into taking part by relative Ayub Yusuf Khansia, who was one of areas biggest
