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Accrington Observer
Arson suspect arrested after incident
A WOMAN has been arrested on suspicion of arson following an incident in Accrington on Sunday morning.
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May 22, 2026
Accrington Observer
Butcher found dead at home - inquest
AN inquest has been opened after a butcher from Poland was found dead at his home in Accrington.
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May 22, 2026
Accrington Observer
Coley's is in zone for World Cup fun
ACCRINGTON Stanley’s Coley’s Sports Bar & Social Club is set to become the ultimate World Cup destination this summer, with fans invited to enjoy every moment of England’s group stage campaign in a vibrant fan zone atmosphere.
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May 22, 2026
Accrington Observer
Smith backs Burnham for MP bid
HYNDBURN MP Sarah Smith has backed her Labour bosses for allowing Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to stand in the forthcoming Makefield by-election.
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May 22, 2026
Accrington Observer
Vital summit on effects of social media
A SMARTPHONE and social media summit was to be held in Oswaldtwistle this week.
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May 15, 2026
Accrington Observer
Police hunt for driver who fled after road crash
POLICE are hunting a driver who fled into a field after a crash in Great Harwood in which a car allegedly rammed another vehicle.
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May 15, 2026
Accrington Observer
3am police chase after man seen ‘kicking off’
A MAN was arrested after police were called to a driver “kicking off” in Accrington.
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May 15, 2026
Accrington Observer
Funeral details revealed for ‘beautiful soul’ killed in crash
‘BEAUTIFUL and adored’ teenager killed in a horror crash in Haslingden will be laid to rest later this month.
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May 15, 2026
Accrington Observer
Car dumped as police find drugs
POLICE uncovered a large stash of suspected drugs after a driver sped off and ditched a car in an early-hours incident in East Lancashire.
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May 08, 2026
Accrington Observer
Punk chef Scott excited to join food festival fun
AWARD-WINNING eaf chef, presenter and TV personality Scott Garthwaite will be bringing his signature energy, creativity and passion for inclusive cooking to this year's #AmazingAccrington Food & Drink Festival on Saturday, June 6.
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May 08, 2026
Accrington Observer
MP raises issue of blocked drains
HYNDBURN Labour MP Sarah Smith has taken to social media to complain about Lancashire County Council’s clearing of drains and gullies.
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May 08, 2026
Accrington Observer
Jones hits out at 'toxic' opponents
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May 01, 2026
Accrington Observer
Ex-MP accused in ‘bullying’ row
THE chair of Accrington Neighbourhoods Board has written a letter of complaint about the ‘bullying’ conduct of former Hyndburn MP Graham Jones.
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May 01, 2026
Accrington Observer
Food, glorious food festival back with a fresh flavour
EXCITEMENT is building for the 2026 #AmazingAccrington Food & Drink Festival as the Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa has been unveiled as a main sponsor of the much-anticipated event, taking place in Accrington Town Centre on Saturday 6 June from 10am to 4pm.
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May 01, 2026
Accrington Observer
Inquest set for Gulf War hero
AN army bomb disposal expert who helped to liberate the British Embassy in Kuwait during the first Gulf War was found dead at his home in Whalley, an inquest opening heard.
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April 24, 2026
Accrington Observer
X-Factor star ‘terrified’ as she faced surgery for pain
DIANA Vickers has confessed she was “absolutely terrified” ahead of undergoing surgery last week to finally diagnose and treat a debilitating health condition that has plagued her for years.
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April 24, 2026
Accrington Observer
Planning applications
PLANNING applications registered with Hyndburn Borough Council between Monday, April 13 and Sunday, April 19.
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April 24, 2026
Accrington Observer
Vacant pub is saved from demolition with flats plan
THE shell of a former Oswaldtwistle pub has been saved from being knocked down after its conversion into six one-bedroom flats was given planning permission by councillors.
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April 24, 2026
Accrington Observer
Armed police chase ends with alley arrests
ARMED police and a dog unit were called into action in the early hours after a suspicious vehicle was spotted in East Lancashire.
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April 24, 2026
Accrington Observer
Home Bargains to build store at last
A NEW Home Bargains store creating more than 70 jobs in Great Harwood has finally been given the go-ahead following a two-year legal battle.
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April 17, 2026
Accrington Observer
Petition aimed at calming Blackburn Road problems
ALLS are growing for action to address traffic and parking concerns
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April 17, 2026
Accrington Observer
Jollyes Pets off the leash with plans for store in Accrington
A PROMINENT pet retail chain has revealed ambitious plans to extend its presence to over 160 fresh sites throughout the U,K including one in Accrington and said precisely which areas it's targeting.
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April 17, 2026
Accrington Observer
Member of public detains suspected burglar
A SUSPECTED burglar was detained by a member of the public after being spotted on a doorbell camera in Accrington.
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April 17, 2026
Accrington Observer
Stars help to inspire the area's creatives
STARS including Wayne Hemingway MBE and comedian Tez Ilyas brought inspiration, insight and plenty of laughter to Hyndburn's thriving creative community at a standout event held at Accrington Stanley's Wham Stadium on Thursday.
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April 10, 2026
Accrington Observer
Fleeing driver, 21, is stopped by stinger
Immediate Response Officers spotted the Nissan Note on Union Road in Oswaldtwistle driving at speed-
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April 10, 2026
Accrington Observer
Nearly £150,000 is approved to restore borough's war memorials
HYNDBURN Borough Council has approved £145,000 from its 2026/27 capital budget to support a major restoration programme for war memorials across the borough.
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April 10, 2026
Accrington Observer
'Roads are worse than ever' says town hall chief
THE leader of Hyndburn council has condemned the state of roads in the borough and questioned where Lancashire County Council is spending its increased highways budget from the government.
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April 10, 2026
Accrington Observer
Mum hails 'miracle' £200,000 lottery win
Jackpot follows son's cancer ordeal
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April 03, 2026
Accrington Observer
Church with dry rot facing closure
A DRY rot infested church in Accrington is facing closure after being deemed unsafe.
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April 03, 2026
Accrington Observer
Free music festival on Easter Sunday
A NEW free music festival, Accrington Live, will take place on Easter Sunday (5 April) in the Tiger Lounge car park, offering a full day of live performances, local food, family entertainment and a fantastic community atmosphere.
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