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Accrington Observer
Hacks for packing the best holiday carry-on
If you're jetting off this summer, you might want to skip those lengthy luggage drop-off queues by making your carry-on bag work overtime.
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July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Taking the stress out of festivals
LISA SALMON FINDS OUT HOW TO KEEP KIDS SAFE AND HAPPY AT EVENTS THIS SUMMER
3 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Council indicates shift in taxi tests
HYNDBURN Council is seeking views on its plans to outsource the roadworthiness testing of its licensed taxis and private hire vehicles.
1 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Stanley pay tribute following lifelong supporter's tragic death at age of 48
TRIBUTES have been paid to a lifelong Accrington Stanley fan who has died at the age of 48.
1 min |
July 04, 2025
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From the seed of an idea, plan for village takes root
HYNDBURN Council's “clear and carefully planned vision” for one of East Lancashire's biggest ever housing schemes is now moving rapidly forward with home building developers already showing an interest in the project.
2 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Chance to get on move in summer
THE 'Let's Move Hyndburn' programme will return this summer for its fourth year with a fresh lineup of free, family-friendly events across the borough.
1 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Does loyalty pay off when it comes to store cards?
At the last count, I had some 17 supermarket and retailer loyalty scheme cards cluttering up various bags and wallets. I love them, but my main problem is I forget to bring them with me when I go shopping, so I miss out on the discounts!
2 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Martin and Grant extend Reds stay
ACCRINGTON Stanley duo Dan Martin and Conor Grant have both signed new deals with the cluib.
2 min |
July 04, 2025
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Switch on to recycling tech, businesses told
FIRMS are being urged to join a new scheme to reuse redundant digital devices.
1 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Charity's summer fun gives work £4,500 boost
A CHARITY has raised £4,500 to support their vital work across Hyndburn and beyond.
1 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Fun and games for all at park
A PARK'S main play area has been refurbished and kitted out with new equipment to suit children of varying ages and abilities - including a new climbing frame and slide.
1 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Police chief signs up to help armed forces
LANCASHIRE'S Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner, Kimberley Whitehead, attended a ceremony held at Police Headquarters to sign the Armed Forces Covenant and raise the Armed Forces Flag in recognition of Armed Forces Week last month.
2 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Heart of gold dad choked after sitting down for snack
A MUCH-LOVED dad-of-four died moments after sitting down at the kitchen table to eat a “butty and a yoghurt”, an inquest heard.
2 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Brush up on cat dental hygiene
PAMPERED PETS DR DAVID GRANT Our vet offers his advice
2 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Food festival success is £369k lift for town
THE 2025 #AmazingAccrington Food and Drink Festival has been hailed a huge success, drawing a crowd of more than 8,000 people and injecting £369,600 into the local economy.
2 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
'Loved' uncle died after collapsing on pavement
Inquest told of battle with booze and drugs
2 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Festival encore called off
A star-studded music festival has been cancelled after poor ticket sales.
1 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Beautiful singer was a great supporter of town
TRIBUTES have been paid to a ‘beautiful singer’ who was well-known as a ‘great supporter of Accrington’ and ‘always had a smile on her face.
2 min |
July 04, 2025
Accrington Observer
Grooming gangs: MP denies claims on voting against action
HYNDBURN MP Sarah Smith has issued a statement addressing claims she says have suggested 'she voted against action on grooming gangs'.
2 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Church denied crack at gazumping rivals
IN the JW Lees Senior Division 2, it’s a case of as-you-were with all of Sunday's fixtures resulting in abandonment and five points for each team.
4 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Causes of urinary incontinence and ways you can manage it
CAUGHT SHORT: Having to be close to the toilet can impact on your social life
2 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Heritage plan will shape strategy for 5 years
A NEW Culture and Heritage Strategy that sets out an ambitious plan for how culture, creativity and heritage will shape the borough's future over the next five years has been approved by Hyndburn Council.
1 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Car flipped on to its side in crash
A CAR flipped onto its side following a dramatic crash.
1 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
TEST YOUR SPORTING KNOWLEDGE WITH OUR BUMPER QUIZ
TOP OF THE LEAGUE: The most capped England women's player of all-time, Fara Williams
3 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Bye gum – grant will tackle litter
A GRANT has been awarded to Hyndburn Council to clean up chewing gum and reduce gum littering.
2 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Campaigners get the chance to buy closed-down pub
A COMMUNITY group that has been campaigning to save a pub has the chance to buy it after it was listed as an asset of community value (ACV).
1 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Board begins its work on reshaping neighbourhoods
THE newly established Hyndburn Neighbourhood Board has begun its work to shape how up to £20 million of government investment will be spent in Accrington over the next 10 years as part of the national Plan for Neighbourhoods programme.
1 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Stop water bill increases from draining your cash
YOUR CONSUMER RIGHTS CHAMPION
2 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Three schools in line for repairs
CRUCIAL repairs to three Hyndburn schools are set to take place thanks to a regional funding boost of more than £54m.
1 min |
June 27, 2025
Accrington Observer
Man found dead at home had discharged himself from hospital
A MUCH-LOVED uncle from Great Harwood was found dead at home after discharging himself from hospital against medical advice.
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