THOUGH not gaining a total victory, parents have forced an overwhelming -- and welcome -- decision by Blackburn with Darwen Council on plans to axe subsidised school bus services. Of the 17 that were proposed for withdrawal in a money-saving move, 14
AMBER, currently in the care of Glencoe Kennels, Haslingden Old Road, Oswaldtwistle, is only four months old and should make a great family pet. She is likely to be Labrador height, but thinner. Telephone the kennels on 01254 261446 today between 12noon
THE person to whom the term 'mate' was used by ambulance personnel obviously took offence (LET, July 24), so it is not for other people to criticise him for this. Just because others say they would not be offended is not the issue -- they are not the
A 30-YEAR-OLD woman was fighting for her life today after suffering massive head injuries in an attack at her home. Mandy Burton was taken to Blackburn Royal Infirmary following treatment at the scene and later transferred to the Royal Preston Hospital
Lancaster City 1 Leigh RMI 3 - LEIGH RMI rounded off their pre-season with the best performance of the summer but still face midfield dilemmas on the eve of the big Conference kick-off. Ged Kielty only appeared in the game at the Giant Axe as a late substitute
Centurions 48 Chorley Lynx 12 - DALE Cardoza made a sensational start to life as a Leigh Centurion yesterday as he bagged a brace of tries in the derby day win over Chorley. The winger signed from Doncaster just days before the game stepped off the bench
VISITORS to Gawthorpe Hall's craft fair and garden festival at the weekend could have been forgiven for thinking they had stepped back in time. The festival, held on Saturday, was themed around the 1950s with everything from clothes to music. Also on
DETECTIVES are appealing for witnesses after a man was mugged for his mobile phone. The 42-year-old was walking across the Asda car park in Princess Way, Burnley, at about 11.45pm on Friday when he was approached by two men. He was punched in the face
A STRETCH of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Burnley has been named as one of the contenders in a contest to find the Seven Wonders of the Inland Waterways. The Burnley Embankment, part of which carries the canal over the River Calder, is one of seven
THE school bus run looks set to change. And the main aims are to improve safety and security on the buses and provide an attractive alternative to travelling to school in parents' cars. The new type of service, drawn up by Greater Manchester Passenger
Oxford United 2 Bury 1 - BURY boss Andy Preece was left fuming after his side dominated Oxford but returned home with nothing to show for their efforts. It was just the kind of performance that saw the Shakers relegated to Division Three and one game
A HIGH profile blitz will be launched in Pendle next month to stop shopkeepers and businesses blocking pavements and putting up illegal advertisements. The pilot scheme will take place in the Brierfield area led by Pendle Borough Council and supported
THEY were only slips of girls, but with their school days behind them and in their first year in the world of work, these teenage Blackburn lasses were able to save up for the first time themselves for a holiday -- in Blackpool in 1956. The girls all
THOUGH the recent removal of its cladding provided a brief glimpse of its original purpose, demolition spells the end of this piece of Blackburn's Victorian heritage - the former Harwood Street Methodist Church. The last services were held there in December
REMEMBER the days of dance halls, glitz and glamour as a new production evokes old times at the Charter Theatre, Preston. 'A Night At The Musicals' is a fully costumed production filled with best loved songs from composers such as Rogers and Hammerstein
A HUNCOAT man was the National Dairy Council's North West Pint Personality. Frank Robinson, of Hawkstone Close, started an exercise and eating regime that won him the title and a chance to win a holiday.
A FATHER-of-three who smashed a man's nose in a taxi office melee has been jailed for 12 months. Burnley Crown Court heard roofer Alan McKenzie, 31, who had had too much to drink, kicked his victim in the face while he was on the floor. Sentencing him
A NEW advice service to help the rising victims of domestic violence is now available. A counsellor from DIAS (Drop In And Share) will be at the Tyldesley-based Signpost Advisory Service offices in the Upper George Street college building between 10am
DOWNHAM was transformed into a civil war camp at the weekend, as part of the Downham Hall gardens open day celebrations. In addition to the usual stalls and activities, a camp village was set up by the Civil War Society, with characters in costume and
A THIRTEEN-year-old girl sent to make a test purchase of alcohol from an off-licence wasn't challenged by staff, except to be asked: "Do you want a bag?" Blackburn magistrates heard the girl bought a bottle of Chekov Ice and a bottle of Blue WKD at a
A VEHEMENT appeal by all the Netherfield fielders was rejected from the final ball of the Northern Premier League game against St Annes at Vernon Road last Saturday. And that signalled a drawn contest, after a match which St Annes had for the taking entering
CLARETS fans today hit out at the small minority of "supporters" who booed club chairman Barry Kilby at the weekend. Kilby came onto the pitch to make the draw for the £25,000 Clarets Foundation draw and jeers could be heard from various sections of the
BURNLEY boss was naturally disappointed with his side's display. Clarets boss Stan Ternent said: "IT was a very poor start for us, we didn't play well and the basic fundamentals of our game were missing. "We were lethargic and we started off that way.
STAN Ternent had hoped that his players would hit the ground running against Brighton on Saturday - but they fell flat on their faces! The furious manager, normally so supportive of his players, ripped into them big style after the game and it is safe
CHILDREN in Tyldesley are in line for a bumper August of fun. A packed programme of events, including days out, has been organised by the SureStart team. Play sessions will take place between 10am and noon and 1pm to 3pm on August 20, 27 and 29 at the
STAN Ternent is going to contact Sky to see if they have video evidence in relation to the alleged head-butt by Arthur Gnohere on Gary Hart. The Burnley boss has studied the club video but that has missed the incident and he explained today: "I need to
A DOMESTIC dispute that spilled over on to the street ended with Michelle Grimshaw brandishing a chair leg as she chased her boyfriend who was escaping on a push bike. Blackburn magistrates heard that Grimshaw struck a parked car with the weapon, causing
'SPACE age' solutions to crime and disorder problems are being proposed by Burnley Road Action Group (BRAG) in Rawtenstall. The group developed a garden project for elderly residents and a playground project for young children, but then realised it needed
POLICE investigating how a two-year-old boy swallowed what is believed to be a dangerous substance are expecting the results of medical tests in the next few days. The youngster was taken to hospital on Thursday evening after he came into contact with
FANS at Blackburn Rovers and Burnley football club have cleaned up their act, according to new league tables on football-related crime. The figures were released by the Home Office. The show the number of football related-arrests at Ewood Park was 24
RAIN might have stopped play last year but Blackburn Lions' gala was a roaring success over the weekend. Thousands of people braved the dull and dismal weather and flocked to Witton Park for the annual fundraiser in aid of local charities. And it is hoped
A 30-YEAR-OLD woman was fighting for her life today after suffering massive head injuries in an attack at her home. Mandy Burton was taken to Blackburn Royal Infirmary following treatment at the scene and later transferred to the Royal Preston Hospital
AUSTRALIA'S Karrie Webb became the first three-time winner of the Weetabix British Women's Open, the last Major of the season, with a brilliant closing round of six-under-par 66 yesterday at Turnberry. On 15-under-par 273, the 27-year-old claimed her
PLANS for a new community woodland will go on display to the public today (Mon Aug 12). Members of the public are invited to Sedgley Park Rugby Club, Park Lane, to give their views on Hurst Wood, which is being developed by the Forestry Commission. A
A LOOK at events, from amateur theatre to rambles through our beautiful countryside. MONDAY Holiday Active Club for 5-11 year olds, Waterfoot Conservative Club, Burnley Road East. Exhibitions, Pendle Arts Gallery, Pendle Heritage Centre, Park Hill, Barrowford
A LOOK at events, from amateur theatre to rambles through our beautiful countryside. Holiday Active Club, Waterfoot Conservative Club, Burnley Road East, Waterfoot,. Age 5-11. Access Summer Fun Playscheme, for children with disabilities, 8-19 years, White
REGARDING the patient called 'mate' by paramedics. Recently, I suffered a cardiac arrest and was clinically dead. They brought me back and saved my life, for which I am totally grateful and will be for the rest of my life. I consider them my 'friends,
REGARDING your article about the closure of Henry Loofe's outfitters stall on Blackburn market (LET, August 5), I remember when he had a shop in Deardengate, Haslingden. His suits were 'with it,' perfect. When I was about 30, I worked at Henry's works
WHERE does MEP Chris Davies get his euro information from? (Letters, July 23). Nobel prize-winner Professor Milton Friedman, one of the world's leading economists, says the euro will self-destruct within 15 years and it would never replace the dollar
ALONG with other residents of our street, I was appalled last Thursday (August 1) morning to see a squashed rat in our gutter. The reason for this was that the street's drain had spewed out stinking sewage after another downpour. The cast iron manhole
POLICE launched a hunt for a taxi driver after he left the scene of an accident which left a 26-year-old man fighting for his life. Officers are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which occurred while the cab was carrying a passenger in busy Centenary
BLACKBURN defender Craig Short is facing a race against time to be fit for the start of the new season after being laid low by a muscle injury. The veteran centre-back feared he would be out for some time after being struck down by a thigh injury during
POLICE launched a hunt for a taxi driver after he left the scene of an accident which left a 26-year-old man fighting for his life. Officers are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which occurred while the cab was carrying a passenger in busy Centenary
A NEW Healthy Living Centre is set to be developed in Burnley, thanks to £1m of lottery cash. The centre, which will be based in the Daneshouse area of the town, will offer a fully-equipped gym as well as healthy living classes and nutritional advice.
FOOTBALL fanatic Michael Wilkin was left kicking himself after a mix-up in dates left him celebrating his wedding when he should have been watching his favourite team. But as he tied the knot with sweetheart Zoe Quinn in Simonstone and enjoyed the reception
CONTROVERSIAL proposals to sell off areas of Burnley's open spaces are to be debated after the council revealed it could not afford to maintain its parks. The council looks after 422 hectares, including open spaces and woodland and the town's six main
A TALENT contest and fancy dress competition were among the entertainments on offer at the Brierfield live street carnival on Saturday. Held in the town centre, the event also featured live music, circus performers, kite and banner making and a puppet
HUNDREDS of people braved the rain to show their support for the Barnoldswick Fun Day at the weekend. Cake stalls, face painting, clowns and a display by Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service were among the entertainment on offer in Victory Park on Saturday
STAFF at Darwen Physiotherapy Clinic, Victoria Street, were stunned to find thieves had broken in and stolen a plastic skeleton. Police said the public could recognise the skeleton because it had a missing kneecap.
A LANCASHIRE beauty therapist is jetting off to Japan to reveal the mysteries of East Lancashire. Yvonne Haddock, 50, who has run A Beautiful Figure, Blackburn Road, Accrington, for 13 years, is due to spend three months in the Orient, teaching everything
PLANS for a big brother-style boarding kennels for pampered pets have been delayed due to bad weather. It was hoped Animal Lodge in Great Harwood would be open by now but owners Tracey Sutcliffe and Rodney Capstick building work has been delayed. The
AN Accrington school undergoing a £4million-plus transformation to unite the former split-site school is set for further alterations with the provision of a new playground. Moorhead High, previously on two separate sites, will open in September with just
A PRIVATE school has won its battle with a council for permission to build an extension. Planning Inspector Philip Crookes has overruled a decision by Ribble Valley Borough Council to refuse permission for a two-storey building at Oakhill College, Whalley
IT was not only Burnley boss Stan Ternent who had a miserable start to the new season and no one had it tougher than Millwall's Mark McGhee. The home game against last season's strugglers was the banker bet of the day as last season's play-off side were
STAN Ternent is going to contact Sky to see if they have video evidence in relation to the alleged head-butt by Arthur Gnohere on Gary Hart. The Burnley boss has studied the club video but that has missed the incident and he explained today: "I need to
A LOOK at the key moments and facts from Burnley's opening day defeat to the Seagulls. BURNLEY NIK MICHOPOULOS As Ternent's only keeper his place is safe but he will be unhappy with the two goals he conceded in the second half, beaten at his near post
A BUILDERS' merchants, which owns an eyesore block of derelict shops in Leyland, has pledged to bulldoze the lot to help improve the look of the town. C&W Berry's has applied to South Ribble Borough Council planners to demolish the run-down row of
A NEW advice service to help the rising victims of domestic violence is now available. A counsellor from DIAS (Drop In And Share) will be at the Tyldesley-based Signpost Advisory Service offices in the Upper George Street college building between 10am
ACCRINGTON STANLEY finished their pre season campaign with a 4-1 defeat of North West Counties Division One side Clitheroe. Striker Gary Williams opened the scoring while recent signing Mike Marsh gave the home side a 2-0 lead at half time. Clitheroe
IF revenge is best served cold, then Trevor Francis will have been delighted that he only had to wait 18 months before three North End chefs served up just what he wanted. Two second-half goals gave Crystal Palace an opening day victory over Preston at
TOMORROW is my daughter's special day. No, it is not her birthday or some other anniversary to mark a certain event in her life. It is a day she shares with around ten per cent of the world's population. Tomorrow, August 13, 2002, is Left-Handers Day.
WORK has finally finished on Darwen's Millennium Market sculpture. The £25,000 bronze globe was put in place last month, but council workers and the artist have been carrying out minor improvements to it. The sculpture, funded by Government grants and
A MAN who attacked his partner told police she had been set on by somebody while out looking for heroin, a court was told. Burnley Crown Court heard that Carl Houghton, 39, kicked victim Kathleen Seddon in the stomach. Jailing him for six months, Judge
A TERRIFIED 77-year-old has had her life savings stolen in what police described as an aggressive and sinister robbery. The pensioner, of Templeton Close, in Darwen, had hundreds of pounds stolen after answering her door to a man and woman who offered
A DEVELOPER is staging a public meeting to explain controversial plans for 112 houses on a greenfield site. Bolton-based William Hargreaves Limited wants to resolve quickly any problems about building on the nine-acre area in Darwen between Pole Lane
CHRISTMAS may be a distant thought, but if you want to tuck into a first-class meal and enjoy a theatrical presentation, it's time to start thinking about it. Rossendale Players will be holding its successful dinner-theatre evenings on November 28, 29
TWO historic graveyards could be closed because they are full. People have been laid to rest in St James' Churchyard, Haslingden, and St John's Churchyard, Stonefold, since 1620. Vicar Roger Smith has now applied to the Home Office to have both sites
PRESTON'S Liberal Democrat leader, Councillor William Chadwick, is expected to appear before the city's magistrates today charged with a number of sexual offences. Coun Chadwick, 48, of Avenham Road, Preston, was arrested on Friday, August 9, and detained
THE only ball ever used to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final has been on show at North West soccer grounds including Ewood Park and Turf Moor. And when the historic piece of memorabilia arrived at Turf Moor it was greeted by former Burnley, Blackburn
A CLUB boss today warned that drugtaking would not be tolerated at his venue after a man caught with nearly 60 ecstasy tablets in his underpants was jailed for three years. Christopher Ianson, 22, also had over £100 in crumpled notes when apprehended
ENA Douglas turned her birthday bash into an £800 fund-raiser for the East Lancashire Magic Eye Appeal. Kind-hearted Ena celebrated her 60th with a ceilidh and supper in Chatburn school hall but asked friends and family who gathered for the celebration
THE Magic Eye Appeal has a handed a major thank-you to Pleasington Golf Club. The golfers ran an extra competition on the Club President Day for men and ladies and raised more than £500. The winners and runners-up at Pleasington each received gold and
PARENTS were today celebrating after council bosses bowed to public pressure and scrapped proposals to axe 17 school bus routes. Just days before a massive protest was due to take place outside Blackburn Town Hall, weeks of talks between Blackburn Transport
FAMILIES are being invited to have a scorcher of a day out. Whitefield firefighters are to hold an open day at their Bury New Road station on Sunday, September 1. While having fun will be the main order of the day, the event will also have a serious side
YORKSHIRE'S Iain Pyman became the first player to win two BMW Russian Opens when he carded a closing 69 at the Moscow Country Club. Pyman, who won his first title in 1999, finished on 19-under-par 269, a shot ahead of playing partner Benn Barham and Guido
FORMER Open champion Paul Lawrie, who lost out in a play-off last year, went one better with a commanding victory in the weather-disrupted Celtic Manor Resort Wales Open yesterday. Lawrie carded two rounds of 70 on the final day after fog, rain and lightning
ACCRINGTON STANLEY finished their pre season campaign with a 4-1 defeat of North West Counties Division One side Clitheroe. Striker Gary Williams opened the scoring while recent signing Mike Marsh gave the home side a 2-0 lead at half time. Clitheroe
CONTROVERSIAL plans to shut down a Bury care home and move out its elderly and vulnerable residents will come under fire at London's High Court this week. The Warthfield old people's home is much loved by its residents, who consider themselves part of
IT was certainly not the best of starts for the Seasiders as a season of misfortune was crammed into the opening game at Ashton Gate. With the campaign just started Boss Steve McMahon not only is faced with a 2-0 defeat but also has two players facing
