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Accrington Observer
Community projects welcome council cash
FOUR organisations which provide a range of services to residents have been awarded grants.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Boxers given boost to compete in Portugal
A BOXING club has been awarded £1,000 which will help support the club competing in an upcoming boxing competition.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Council ask woman to remove caravan
A WOMAN who is well known for her entertaining Christmas and Halloween displays has been ordered to move her caravan because it is 'obstructing' a highway but she says the road 'leads to nowhere!
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
New operator takes over garden centre
A GARDEN centre has been acquired by a new operator.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Seven streets given names from the natural world
THE seven streets in a newly-built housing estate near the M65 have been given names from the natural world.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
When to let your teen go on holiday without you
EXPERTS REVEAL THE BEST AGE FOR A FIRST VACATION WITHOUT PARENTS - AND HOW TO REDUCE PARENTAL WORRIES WHILE YOUR YOUNG
4 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Primary school pupils roll up sleeves for 'Big Tidy'
PUPILS from Great Harwood’s primary schools are planning a “Big Tidy” event to tackle litter in the township.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Fundraising in friend's memory
A FAMILY fun day is taking place this Saturday to raise funds to keep a room open in memory of a woman who passed away.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Ngoepe seals derby victory for Church
Accrington no match for South African professional Lesiba
5 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Inspired by a 40-year-old gold theft
Love is like a high prison wall, sang Spandau Ballet in their hit song Gold.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Top team is shaken up at the council's HQ
HYNDBURN'S council boss has shaken up his top team including promoting the ruling Labour group's youngest councillor with an eye to his being a future leader of the local authority.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Pals take on epic challenge for cancer cash
TWO friends embarked on a mammoth physical challenge to climb some of the highest peaks in Lancashire.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Children's home refusal is quashed by inspector
THE refusal of the conversion of a mid-terrace family house into a small children's home by Hyndburn Council has been quashed by a government inspector.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Leaders suffer big upset on home soil
IN the JW Lees ECB Premier League, shock result of the day came at leaders Lowerhouse's Brooks Foundation Ground, where struggling Ramsbottom won by four wickets.
3 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Food and Drink festival all set for Amazing return
THE full line-up has been announced for the highly anticipated 2025 #AmazingAccrington Food and Drink Festival.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Police commissioner celebrates work of boxing club
LANCASHIRE'S Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw has visited a sports club to celebrate the work it does and view the premiere of a new documentary about its efforts.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Taking £140K help fund 'wouldn't be right' – Reds chief
Stanley boss reveals reasons behind club's decision not to accept Hyndburn Council's Academy offer
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Going for green at popular family-friendly eco-fest event
A GREEN and environmentally friendly festival is returning to town for its fourth year.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Councillor appointed as the new Deputy PCC
LANCASHIRE'S Police and Crime Commissioner, Clive Grunshaw, has announced the Deputy Leader of Hyndburn Council, Kimberley Whitehead, as his chosen candidate for Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner (Deputy PCC).
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Trains stopped after paramedics called
TRAINS were stopped after emergency services were called to reports of a 'person in a precarious position'.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
New rules on the way for buy now, pay later deals
YOUR CONSUMER RIGHTS CHAMPION
3 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Dogged players ready for Holmes mystery
A GROUP of actors are preparing for their latest production, Baskerville.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Jay Slater's family making documentary, reports say
Programme will look into teen's tragic death
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Watch the birdies
MARION MCMULLEN looks back on 20 years of Springwatch
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Demos from Michelin Star chef a highlight
A MICHELIN Star chef will be will be cooking at the Accrington Food and Drink Festival.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Business grants up for grabs to help growth
NEW and established businesses are being offered grants to help them grow.
2 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Health hub bids to expand
A HEALTH hub is proposing a major expansion.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Schools receive government funding
THREE schools in Hyndburn have been awarded government funding to carry out important building and repair work.
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Can I prevent fox attacks?
ON THE PROWL: Foxes pose great risk to pet rabbits
1 min |
June 06, 2025
Accrington Observer
Tributes after death of jolly businessman
TRIBUTES have been paid to a 'jolly' and 'fun loving' buisness owner who built countless friendships over the years.
1 min |