Two men involved in trouble in which a 16-year-old boy and his stepfather were attacked and "terrorised" has walked free. Stephen Drury, 30, and William Watson, 32, took part in a sustained melee in which both the teenager and the older victim were
A FATHER-of-two who bit a pub landlord and attacked one of his staff has been jailed for six months. Burnley magistrates heard how "out of control" Neil McAthey, 31, sank his teeth into Paul Graham, who runs the Railway Inn at Waterfoot after earlier
AN ATTACKER who does not think he has a temper problem was warned by a judge to face up to it - or he could go to jail. Judge Beverley Lunt had earlier adjourned sentence on Peter Howarth, 44, for assessment by the Probation Service. She had been thinking
A FATHER-of-four dragged a schoolgirl into a garage and raped her. Burnley Crown Court heard how Gary Landon's victim's sobs were heard as she begged him to stop. Residents went into the garage and the defendant was caught. Landon, of Dill Hall Lane
A man has been arrested in connection with an attack which left a man with a fractured skull. Police arrested a 21-year-old man from the Lowerhouse area of Burnley over an attack in Caernarvon Avenue on Sunday March 25. He has been bailed to appear
A GROUNDBREAKING project providing a breath of fresh air for people with lung complaints has been named one of Europe's best health initiatives. More than 200 patients, mainly suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, have been given a new
MORE than 150 items of suspected counterfeit clothing have been seized in a raid at a house in Darwen. Three members of a family were arrested after the operation by police and Trading Standards officers. Designer-brand clothing as well as alcohol were
A FATHER-of-three said to have attacked and racially abused a man who did a three-point turn on his drive may be facing a retrial after a jury failed to reach a verdict. The panel in the case of Gary Wilcox, 49, was discharged after deliberating for
THE FIRST thing that hits you at the Cotton Town exhibition is how real everything looks. That may sound daft as the huge wooden handlooms, Spinning Jennys and bobbins are real at Blackburn Museum's exhibition, which displays items from the former
SPECIAL "street ambassadors" are being recruited in Hyndburn. The project aims to find volunteers to flag up problems being suffered by residents, such as vandalism, littering, and nuisance neighbours. The street ambassadors are to be introduced in
POLICE have re-issued an appeal for witnesses to a racist attack which left the victim unconscious. The teenage victim was walking in Chapel Street, Colne, about 11.45pm last Friday, when racist abuse was shouted at him. He shouted back, but was then
THE COMMITTEE behind a gala is urging residents and community groups to book their place in the parade. Community groups who would like a float and owners of vintage or unusual vehicles are wanted to take part in Darwen Gala. Community groups which
A GANG war has left a community living in fear of violence. And a 54-year-old father who said his three sons were involved in the 'turf war' in Nelson has told of his worries that someone will be murdered before the trouble ends. Community leaders have
A MAN who went to the home of his partner's ex-husband with a friend and attacked him has been spared jail. Ashley Close, 34, had punched victim Richard Hayes repeatedly and another man picked up a shovel from the fireplace, but did not use it, Burnley
A LANCASHIRE soldier who became Britain's first war criminal has been dismissed from the army and sentenced to a year in a civilian jail. Corporal Donald Payne, 36, admitted a charge of inhuman treatment of Iraqi civilians in Basra in 2003. He was among
STEPHEN Warnock thanked his team-mates for getting him off the hook after his uncharacteristic error threatened to derail Blackburn Rovers' bid for Europe on Saturday. For a brief moment, the former Liverpool defender feared he had cost his side two
PLANS to demolish a mill and replace it with 118 new homes will bring traffic chaos to an estate, a councillor warned. But the concerns of Coun Maureen McGarvey failed to stop the proposal being given planning permission. But Coun McGarvey, who has
A TEENAGE girl challenged as she attacked a parked car with a concrete block replied: "Am I bovvered?" in the style of comedian Catherine Tate. But the girl was later bothered when she "came to her senses" and phoned the police to tell them what she
A THIEF who breached a community order had had family problems, Burnley magistrates heard. Gemma Sprake, 22, was said to have shown no commitment towards the nine-month order and had not contacted the probation service. Sprake's solicitor told the court
A man carried out five Darwen house burglaries in the space of an hour, a court has heard. Jason Talbot was apprehended soon after he carried out his last raid, as a police officer happened to be in that area near Greenway Street. But when interviewed
COUNCIL workers have been caught in breach of parking rules for the third time in less than a month. A Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council van was photographed across two parking bays outside King George's Hall, Northgate, without a valid ticket.
ACCRINGTON Stanley secured their League Two status thanks to a five-goal thriller at the Fraser Eagle Stadium. And after edging out fellow strugglers Macclesfield Town, with two stunning strikes from local lad Andy Procter and an early header by Robbie
STANLEY'S sensational goal hero Andy Procter admitted he knew his second half stunner was a goal from the minute it left his foot. And he joked he had to hit it because he feared team-mate Shaun Whalley wouldn't be able to control it if he passed to
TWO engineering firms have merged in a multi-million pound management buyout. MB Aerospace Ltd, which employs 110 people at the Heasandford Industrial Estate, Burnley, and Motherwell, along with Leyland's MB Faber Ltd, has completed a management buyout
A MAN returning his children after a contact visit was subjected to verbal abuse by his ex-partner. Hyndburn magistrates said there was eventually a "scuffle" between Sarah Louise Wade and the father of her children and she accepted she had behaved inappropriately
Nick Henderson of Coria Raptor Care Rehabilitation, Higher Bentham, with: Sophie Bateman (7), Olivia Gregson (7), Shannon Ralph (7), Sian Ralph (5) and Elisha Kitt (5) all from Colne.
BLACKBURN Rovers striker Jason Roberts has set up a charitable foundation to help poor youngsters through football. Along with Rovers coaching staff and his uncle, former West Bromwich Albion and England star Cyrille Regis, he will be running a series
A "DRUNKEN" man spat in a police officer's face after he tried to arrest him for upsetting passers-by, a court was told. Burnley magistrates heard how David Sandiford had been found in a garden, incoherent and barely able to stand. He then went to a
Sarah Binns (12) with (L-R) Audrey Broughton, Marion Snowden, Natalie Singleton (13), Donna Hurley (11).
THE family of crash victim Ashley Connell have urged people to back our Wasted Lives campaign after signing the petition themselves. And Ashley's mother opened her heart to the Lancashire Telegraph and said she wanted his death to prevent others from
THE construction of a "super school" is ahead of schedule and it is due to open by September 2008, it has been revealed. Gawthorpe High School has now been demolished, and the foundations for the new 1,050 place Shuttleworth College, Burnley Road, Padiham
BLACKBURN Rovers striker Jason Roberts insists he doesn't want the season to end after he came up trumps again against Charlton Athletic on Saturday. The in-form hitman scored twice, taking his tally to four goals in his last four appearances, as Mark
A historic bandstand has reopened after a £60,000 project. A celebration was held yesterday at the stand in Alkincoats Park, Colne, as bands played there for the first time in more than 20 years. It was also the official launch of Colne Tennis Club
POLICE fear an increase in crime due to the Elevate regeneration programme. Officers said the increase in the number of empty houses was likely to mean more burglary and arson attacks as criminals were pulled towards what they saw as "low risk" properties
Councillors rejected proposals to convert additional outdoor space at So Bar, King Street, Clitheroe, into a seating area. Ribble Valley Council heard from nearby residents who claimed the extra seats would increase noise to unacceptable levels. Plans
A MAN who attacked a stranger and robbed him of his motorcycle has been jailed for three years. David Holt, 21, had two previous convictions for robbery and the Judge said prison was inevitable. "It's a wonder the penny hasn't dropped that the courts
AN amphetamine addict found with a haul of the drug is awaiting sentence at Burnley Crown Court. The court was told how Michelle Oakes, 29, had about 13g of amphetamine. She had been charged with possessing the drug with intent to supply, but the crown
Scouts, Guides, brownies and cubs from all over the borough joined the the St George's Day Parade through Blackburn. The parade culminated in a march past the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Coun Dorothy Walsh, and other civic dignitaries outside the
TO think I could have been Sandy in Grease. I could have taken to a West End stage dressed in a sexy, figure-hugging little number and sung You're the one that I want' opposite a hunky bloke. That could have been me. If only I hadn't been born too early
CAKE firm Inter Link Foods is set to record losses of £15million for the year, its chairman has revealed. However, Jeremy Hamer, is predicting a bright future for the company after operations at its new distribution centre started to improve and its
RAMSBOTTOM'S firefighters are turning to science to bring their attackers to justice. Crews at the Stubbins Lane station have been issued with DNA kits to identify offenders who spit at them. Last year, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS
A SNACK kiosk at a Valley park has reopened after being closed for many years. The kiosk in Stubbylee Park, Bacup, has reopened following some internal and external improvement work. Mandy Vear, from Water, has taken on a lease from Rossendale Council
A mental health nurse found dead in the bath at his home had not drowned. An inquest heard that Barry Hope died of sclerosis of the liver, a condition that can cause sudden death. He was found in the bath at his home in Shear Brow with the taps still
A MAN jailed for 180 days by magistrates for flouting an anti-social behaviour order for the third time had the term cut on appeal and is free. Burnley Crown Court heard how David Grimes, 28, of Whitegate Gardens, Padiham, said to have made peoples'
SOME added cheer' is coming Blackburn Rovers' way. From next season, a new cheerleading team will bring some glitz and glamour to Ewood Park! Kathy Foster-Shackleton has taken up the role of Head Cheerleading Coach and will oversee all recruitment and
IT was almost a case of deva-vu for Accrington Stanley manager John Coleman as he watched his side secure their league status with a dramatic win at the Fraser Eagle Stadium. The Reds were ahead, level, behind, level, and finally in front again against
An embarrassing performance by the Rams saw them finish the season on a low note. Collieries took the lead in the first half before a Steve Maden penalty evened the scoreline. However, two quick fire goals in first half injury time gave Collieries
Colne made a slow start to their final game of the season, but after 15 minutes they began to pressurise the suspect St Helens defence with Anthony Murt and Michael Cruz both going close. Then, on 22 minutes, Liam Britton released Murt down the right
PADIHAM ended with a disappointing 3-2 home defeat against Daisy Hill at the Arbories on Saturday. A series of missed chances by the Storks left the half time score goalless. In the second half the goals came fast and furious, but unfortunately, at
BACUP played their seventh game in 14 days and the heavy workload took its toll as Glossop took the points. And their cause wasn't helped with a goalkeeping crisis that saw striker Tony Carroll take his place between the sticks. Brian Herbert switched
NELSON finished a difficult season with a narrow defeat at Flixton. The Blues were incensed when the referee allowed Ian Howard to run through and score the opening goal on six minutes when play had effectively been stopped by an off-side flag. After
CLITHEROE finished the season with a fantastic five goal flourish against Shepshed Dynamo. Former Lancaster City forward Chris Ward grabbed an early goal after just five minutes and star striker Joel Byrom doubled their lead shortly after. In an unbelievable
Rossendale signed off their turbulent season with a well deserved victory at Dark Lane, but it proved to be heartbreak for their visitors who came within seconds of a place in the play offs. With other results going their way, Stocksbridge only needed
DARWEN faced a tough final match, but although Winsford won the league title on Saturday, they were still unable to defeat the away side, who stretched their unbeaten run to six matches in the North West Counties Second Division. Winsford broke the
BURNLEY manager Steve Cotterill hopes to secure the services of midfielder Eric Djemba-Djemba again next season. The Clarets boss is keen to extend the Aston Villa and Cameroon international's deal at Turf Moor and bring him back from the Midlands next
BLACKBURN Rovers striker Jason Roberts insists he doesn't want the season to end after he came up trumps again against Charlton Athletic on Saturday. The in-form hitman scored twice, taking his tally to four goals in his last four appearances, as Mark
IAN McCulloch refused to make any excuses after being ousted by close friend Anthony Hamilton in the last 16 of the Snooker World Championships. Hamilton stormed into the quarter-finals with an emphatic performance in the final session of his match with
A SPURNED father of two who forced his way into his terrified ex-partner's home in the early hours and sank his teeth twice into her face is behind bars. Burnley Crown Court heard how "angry, aggressive, possessive and controlling" Paul Gardiner, 30,
A HOLIDAYMAKER has re-lived the moment a plane was forced to make an emergency landing after two birds were sucked into one of its engines. Two herons became caught in the engine shortly after a Thomson Fly Boeing 757 took off from Manchester Airport
BURNLEY Council is hoping for a big turnout for Thursday's elections. One seat in each ward is up for grabs and a total of 58 candidates are standing - three more than last year. Polling stations are open between 7am and 10pm and votes will be counted
JASON Roberts breathed a sigh of relief on Saturday evening, and not just because his latest two goals owed a lot to hapless goalkeeper Scott Carson. As Roberts left Charlton Athletic staring into the relegation abyss, Blackburn Rovers' in-form striker
A DRIVER crashed into an Audi and knocked down a wall after his foot slipped on to the accelerator while he tried to park, police said. Members of Mount Zion Baptist Church, Earby, were holding a fundraising event at New Road Community Centre when the
PROPOSALS to partially rebuild a 19th Century Merseyside stately home in the Ribble Valley have been put on hold. Ribble Valley Council received a planning application that would have seen Denisfield House, Rimington Lane, Rimington, demolished and a
A man was found dead at his home in Hargreaves Street, Colne, yesterday. He has been identified as Christopher Ashworth, 40. Mr Ashworth was found at the bottom of the stairs when a neighbour alerted police. Inspector Richard Clare said Mr Ashworth
A man has been arrested on the suspicion of raping two 14-year-old girls. The alleged victims told police that a 23-year-old from Duke Street, Colne, had got them drunk before having sex with them at his home on Friday night. He has been released on
MANAGERS from over 35 businesses in Blackburn and Darwen are to discuss ways to crack crime. They will meet at a breakfast club tomorrow to discuss ways to improve the local Business Watch scheme. An email alert system already allows local businesses
BURNLEY manager Steve Cotterill admitted he is not surprised that Roy Keane has steered Sunderland into the Premiership. The Black Cats earned promotion to English football's top flight yesterday, along with Birmingham, without even kicking a ball, after
A wooden play area at the rear of a youth club in Moor Street, Clayton-le-Moors, was severely damaged by fire. Fire crews were called to the incident at 12.46am today and said it had been started deliberately. More 50 per cent of the climbing equipment
STUART Ian Gant, 49, of Larkhill, Old Langho, was made subject to community supervision for 12 months, banned from driving for six months and ordered to pay £300 compensation by Blackburn magistrates. He pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified and
ONCE again I am saying thank you to all the staff at Blackburn Hospital, this time Ward 14B ENT for their care and attention during my emergency admission. Thank you once again. P BROADLEY, Beechwood Drive, Feniscowles.
ONE hundred and two years old and her secret for long life - "avoiding vegetables". Doesn't it restore your faith in human nature? There will be thousands of health experts' crying or jumping out of windows. If that doesn't make you smile, check for
I WOULD like to congratulate John McDonald for his unique attendance school record (LT, April 21). I bet his mum and dad, his brothers, sisters and his school must be very, very proud of the lad. I bet there is no one in the UK with a similar record
I WAS appalled to read "Charity Shop Closure Blow" that the charity shop in Lord Street West has been closed by the council and that the council does not seem bothered about offering an alternative. I feel that this shop is such a valuable resource to
RE THE comments of Mr Edmondson (LT, April 21). Whilst agreeing with the main thrust, my recollection of history differs with his. In 1956 it was the Conservative Government of Sir Anthony Eden in partnership with the French and Israeli governments
Oh mother can I lend your bed, to rest my weary head, Oh no the mother said I would like you to be able to lay down your head, But in my mind it has to be said, You my child are my blood, this is not misunderstood, To this day I love you so,
ACCRINGTON Stanley fans are celebrating after the club secured its league status for another season. Chairman Eric Whalley said it felt better than promotion, while local dignitaries hailed it as "great news" for the town. But Hyndburn Council Leader
BURNLEY supporters are reminded that the deadline for Early Bird', discounted season tickets expires at the close of business today. Early Bird' season ticket prices, which come with the club's unique Premiership Pledge, are guaranteed for all supporters
Their first studio release in over 18 years - will these dinosaurs of grunge evolve and add some slammin' beatz into the mix? Definitely - and thankfully - not. After an acrimonious split way back in 1989 it seemed unlikely that the original trio
The usually underwhelming Amp Fiddler finally manages to release something to justify his high profile - but only just. If I Don't is an inoffensive summer tune that wafts breezily through the speakers in a passable homage to 30s ragtime. In answer
Orphan Boy's Postcode sounds like an undiscovered gem that has been languishing in a punk record collector's basement for the last thirty years. The Grimsby three-piece epitomise everything that was great about the Sex Pistols without sounding dated
Radio friendly ditty from Scottish rising star Amy Macdonald. Belying its chirpy backing music, Amy is more Rufus Wainwright than Natasha Bedingfield. The 19-year old has just secured a record deal with Vertigo, home of the Killers and Razorlight
The usually underwhelming Amp Fiddler finally manages to release something to justify his high profile - but only just. If I Don't is an inoffensive summer tune that wafts breezily through the speakers in a passable homage to 30s ragtime. In answer
This is the first compilation album by Southern Fried records, run by Norman Cook AKA Fatboy Slim. The double CD features many favourites from the label with no fewer than six tracks by Armand Van Helden including his massive hit My My My' which appears
A MUSIC shop was left gutted and £100,000 worth of stock was wiped out in a suspected arson attack. The massive blaze at the Music Box, Abbey Street, Accrington, at around 2.35pm yesterday also spread across two other properties as firefighters fought
