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Accrington Observer
MP's major role in railway shake-up
MP Sarah Smith has backed major changes to the rail network after serving on the Committee scrutinising the Government's new Railways Bill.
2 min |
February 27, 2026
Accrington Observer
Warm Stanley welcome for men's charity
NATIONAL men’s mental health charity ANDYSMANCLUB paid a special visit to Accrington Stanley's Wham Stadium as they attended the club’s home fixture against Salford City.
1 min |
February 27, 2026
Accrington Observer
Fancy a game of keepy-puppy?
Reds backing for animal shelter at risk of closure
2 min |
February 27, 2026
Accrington Observer
Planning bid for Traveller site
A BACKDATED planning application for a Gypsy and Traveller family site on a 0.6 acre parcel of land in Oswaldtwistle has been submitted to Hyndburn Council.
2 min |
February 20, 2026
Accrington Observer
Man arrested after woman dies in HGV road tragedy
Family pays its tribute to 'beloved mum and nana'
2 min |
February 20, 2026
Accrington Observer
Firm asks for house to continue as HMO
HYNDBURN Council has been asked to confirm that a property in Clayton-le-Moors can continue as a House in Multiple Occupation.
1 min |
February 20, 2026
Accrington Observer
Concern over design of £6.8m village relief road
number of matters.
2 min |
February 20, 2026
Accrington Observer
Re-roofing work set to begin in the spring
THE delayed re-roofing of Oswaldtwistle Civic Arts Centre and Theatre will start in the spring with a projected completion date in August.
1 min |
February 13, 2026
Accrington Observer
Former council leader Marlene passes away
THE former leader of Hyndburn Council Marlene Haworth has died aged 82.
2 min |
February 13, 2026
Accrington Observer
Arrests made on suspicion of racially aggravated assault
POLICE have issued a statement after members of the public 'witnessed a disturbance' in Accrington town centre.
1 min |
February 13, 2026
Accrington Observer
'Overbearing' extension to terraced home is opposed by neighbours
A PLAN to extend an end-terrace house in Rishton has sparked a major neighbour dispute.
1 min |
February 13, 2026
Accrington Observer
Seven are charged after police raids over drugs supply
SEVEN men have been charged after police raided a number of homes in Blackburn and Accrington.
1 min |
February 13, 2026
Accrington Observer
85-acre solar farm planning application submitted
MORE details have been given of a proposed 85-acre solar farm on land near Oswaldtwistle that would take 10 months to build.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Accrington Observer
First event at reopened historic hall
GREAT
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Accrington Observer
Dog left for dead still looking for new home
Nine-month-old pup was found lying in snow and not moving
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Accrington Observer
Shooting lodge plans submitted
LANS to split a large residence in a converted shooting lodge in Clayton-le-Moors into three have been submitted.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Accrington Observer
Man arrested after vehicle allegedly stolen
POLICE have launched an appeal for information after a vehicle was found shortly after being reported stolen.
1 min |
January 30, 2026
Accrington Observer
Hilltop decoys helped thwart Nazi bombers
Luftwaffe planes were drawn away from vital targets
2 min |
January 30, 2026
Accrington Observer
Two councillors to receive Freedom of the Borough
TWO long-serving East Lancashire councillors - one Conservative and one Labour ~are to be given the Freedom of their Borough.
1 min |
January 30, 2026
Accrington Observer
Government pulls plug on 6 out of 7 planned elections
IX of the seven local elections due to take place in ‘Lancashire in May have been called off by the government.
4 min |
January 30, 2026
Accrington Observer
Burglar filmed himself before and after raid
Conspirators carried out string of car thefts
4 min |
January 23, 2026
Accrington Observer
Doors open on hall's £500,000 upgrade
GREAT Harwood's historic Mercer Hall in Great Harwood has officially reopened following the completion of a major £500,000 plus upgrade.
2 min |
January 23, 2026
Accrington Observer
Welcome end to work on 'most polluted' road
Fed-up residents complain of hour-long journeys
1 min |
January 23, 2026
Accrington Observer
£55m programme that will transform everyday life in towns gathers pace
WORK is ramping up on a £55 million investment programme across East Lancashire, with residents set to see the first visible changes in the coming weeks.
2 min |
January 16, 2026
Accrington Observer
Preparations for weekly food waste collections
HYNDBURN Borough Council is preparing for the introduction of weekly food waste collections, which will begin on 1 April as part of the Government's new Simpler Recycling legislation.
1 min |
January 16, 2026
Accrington Observer
Cricket ‘has lost great servant’ after joiner’s death
TRIBUTES have been paid to a “lifelong supporter” of Accrington Cricket Club after he died at the age of 96.
2 min |
January 16, 2026
Accrington Observer
Reds fans' trust celebrates year of community impact
THE Official Accrington Stanley Supporters Trust (OASST) have marked 'another outstanding' year of progress and community impact, publishing their 2025 figures.
1 min |
January 09, 2026
Accrington Observer
Man charged after car reportedly stolen
A MAN has been arrested after a car was reportedly stolen from Accrington.
1 min |
January 09, 2026
Accrington Observer
Call for supporters to donate memorabilia
THE Official Accrington Stanley Supporters Trust (OASST) is continuing its mission to protect and celebrate the proud heritage of Accrington Stanley and is inviting fans to help grow its impressive collection of club memorabilia.
1 min |
January 09, 2026
Accrington Observer
Schools forced to close as cold weather bites
TWO schools in Lancashire were forced to close amid the freezing cold snap.
1 min |