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That's the trouble with flying overseas
I AM no good at introductions so it's best not to try. Let's just say I've always lived in Blackburn give or take a couple of years and will be here every Friday to take a look at the lighter side of life as well as all the serious stuff. It all depends
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EVENTS taking place in East Lancashire on Saturday, July 5, 2003
A LOOK at events, from amateur theatre to rambles through our beautiful countryside. Summer Fair and Viewing of Tower Ringing Room, Holy Trinity Church, Hoghton, 2pm. Summer Fair, St John's Church, Hurst Green, 2.30pm. Model Boat Show, Oswaldtwistle Mills
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£12m plan has to be a quality fit
THOUGH it is only at the discussion stage, the £12million redevelopment plan for Blackburn Cathedral's grounds, entailing shops, offices, housing and new community facilities, is exciting and ambitious. It dovetails well with the council's vision of regenerating
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Viva la Vega!
I CAN'T think when I'm on tour," exclaims Suzanne Vega. Certainly, you can forgive the American singer for sounding a little harassed. She's in the middle of a UK tour, she's about to release a new album Retrospective and she's due to part company with
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Rams back in harness
RAMSBOTTOM United FC have begun pre-season training and are getting down to business on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at the Derby High School, Bury. Manager Andy Grimshaw and his new assistant Ged Walsh are hoping for a good start in the North West
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Tai Chi at Clarence
THE annual 'Tai Chi In The Park' event will be held this Sunday at Clarence Park, Bury. Participants from classes with Bury Lifelong Learning and Age Concern Metro will be performing a free demonstration from 2pm to 4pm when Tai Chi students of all ages
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Greenmount reach last eight of county competition
GREENMOUNT stook advantage of the glorious weekend weather to further their ambitions on two fronts. On Saturday they blasted themselves into third place in the BOLTON LEAGUE table after a convincing 19-run victory over Farnworth Social Circle at Brandlesholme
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Search on for 'lost' cousin
I AM trying to trace my wife's cousin whose last known address was 84 Leyland Road, Burnley. Her name is Anne Ashworth (nee Grainger). She has three children David, Julie and Jason. Could anyone who knows her whereabouts please contact me. DEREK WILLIAMS
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Winos should be Stones support
SURELY, there was some mistake in the article (LET, June 27) about The Burn supporting the Rolling Stones in Paris. The Burn are referred to as "the coolest band in Blackburn." Surely, with all the comparisons to the Rolling Stones and the somewhat hysterical
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No bus, then three at once
ISN'T it time that the local public transport operators put their heads together? Recently I waited 50 minutes for a bus from Darwen town centre to Hoddlesden and was amazed that during that time (during which a bus going to Hoddlesden passed right by
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Democracy has been dishonoured
ANOTHER series of deaths, another tragedy in Iraq where Tony Blair who talks of honour, has dishonoured democracy, our country, our peoples and our troops by supporting the imperialist desires of the US administration. We have had falsehoods such as the
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Solutions cause more problems
REGARDING Andrew Foulds' remarks (Letters, June 16) about the recent meeting of residents of the Infirmary area in Blackburn and comments that it should be one ward for voting purposes. As a local councillor for part of that area, I understand and sympathise
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Palace date for charity duo
BOB and Ilse Splaine are off to a Buckingham Palace garden party next week. The popular Atherton duo are with a civic party from Wigan Council, on which Bob is a Liberal Democrat member. But they could just as easily have been invited as a tribute to
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Top artist opens college wing
INTERNATIONALLY renowned artist Michael Brennand-Wood officially opened Holy Cross College's new art block. Lancashire-born Mr Brennand-Wood was also given a tour of the purpose built wing, which forms part of the £750,000 Summerfield Building at the
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The pedal is mightier than the sword!
TEENAGER Luke Ridgeley felt so strongly about improving facilities for youngsters in Radcliffe that he penned a letter to council chiefs and received a round of applause for his efforts. Luke (13) of Radcliffe Road, Bury, wants a BMX track where he and
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It's Dome sweet Dome for biker Frank,68
ENERGETIC pensioner Frank Jefferson notched up hundreds of miles as well as a birthday as he pedalled his way across Europe. Frank, of Ainsworth Road, Bury, saw in his 68th birthday at Calais on a charity route from "Rome to the Dome". The former bicycle
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Wanted: People prepared to help out at Scouts
A RAMSBOTTOM Scouting movement could fold if new leaders are not found. Work commitments have meant a number of St Andrew's Cub leaders have had to quit, with only one remaining. Colin Buckley, chairman of the executive committee for First St Andrew's
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Paramedic (34) found hanged
AMBULANCE crews in the borough are mourning the death of a colleague who was found hanged after completing a night shift. Paramedic Wayne Davenport (34) was discovered by his fiancee Caroline Johnson, who also works for Greater Manchester Ambulance Service
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Hopes "balloon" for chatty Katie
WHEN chatterbox Katie Scarlett McIntosh stopped talking almost two years ago, her mum Joanne was left baffled. It was some months later before the Tottington youngster was diagnosed with autism. Katie, now aged five, of Scobell Street, had been very chatty
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Centurions get double injury boost for final
THE two teams many pundits are tipping to lead the Super League promotion race will do battle in the inaugural Arriva Trains Cup Final on Sunday. Leigh Centurions and Salford City Reds are the bookies' favourites to contest the National League One Grand
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Souness wishes Dunn all the best
BLACKBURN boss Graeme Souness today wished David Dunn all the best with his move to Birmingham and denied the pair had ever had a bust-up. Dunn finally sealed his £5.5 million move to City yesterday after passing a medical. And Souness admits he is sorry
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VAT probe swoop on business
A BURNLEY business has been raided as part of a Customs and Excise nationwide sting on multi-million pound alleged VAT fraud. In one of the largest VAT fraud operations of its kind, 350 Customs Law Enforcement officers raided over 70 properties across
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Jobs boost at mortgage firm
MORE than 100 jobs have been created for people in East Lancashire after a company announced massive expansion plans. Skipton-based Homeloan Management Limited (HML), a provider of mortgage administration services, has bought 20,000 square feet of new
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Would-be MP cleared of attack
A FORMER parliamentary candidate has demanded an apology from police after he was cleared of attacking his lodger. Milkman Paul Wright, 48, was found not guilty of assault causing actual bodily harm, after the prosecution offered no evidence at Burnley
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Heartbreak of raid on Janey's garden
A 92-YEAR-OLD widow today told of her heartache after thieves stole treasured memories of her husband and said: "It feels like I have lost him again." Janey Desmond, of Brunshaw Avenue, Burnley, lost her husband John 12 years ago and bought a statue in
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Peak fitness pays off for charity walker
A PENDLE walker raised over £200 for charity by completing the Yorkshire Three Peaks walk of Ingleborough, Whernside and Pen-y-Ghent in just over three hours. Phil Ryan, from Brierfield, finished the 24-mile walk and raised money for the Heart Research
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Jail threat after pub bottle attack
A 34 YEAR-old man is facing a jail term after "bottling" an off-duty bouncer and knocking him to the floor, bleeding, as he was socialising after work. Matthew Salmons, was found guilty of assault causing actual bodily harm by a Burnley Crown Court jury
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Motorist 'not to blame for death'
A MOTORIST who hit a pedestrian while driving to the fish and chip shop was not to blame for his death, an inquest at Burnley magistrates court heard. David Britton, of Burrans Meadow, Colne, died in Burnley General Hospital 15 days after being knocked
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Eddie's work for miners outstanding
IT was during research on a book that the sterling work of one volunteer, who has dedicated a large part of this life to helping fellow miners, came to light. Eddie Kelly, of Hobart Street, Burnley, has been nominated for the Pride of East Lancashire
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Five years ago
PRIMARY school teacher John Barker left his office for the final time after 13 years. Mr Barker left Marsden Primary School, Nelson, to work at a school in Middlesex and was given a fond farewell by staff and pupils.
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Man cleared of raping 'gay' woman
A 31 YEAR-old man has been cleared of raping a woman said to be "vulnerable and damaged." James McKee was found not guilty of the charge after a four-day trial at Burnley Crown Court. The defendant, of Queen Street, Clayton-le-Moors, denied the allegation
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Great boom and gloom debate
IS Bury's business boom turning to gloom? Yes, according to new figures for start-ups issued by Barclays, which puts the town near the bottom of an England and Wales league table. No, according to Bury Council's economic development team and a Bolton
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Stan: No regrets selling striker
BURNLEY boss Stan Ternent has no regrets after finally selling home-sick striker Dimi Papadopoulos to Panathinaikos. The Greek U21 skipper finally ended a week of speculation by joining the Athens-based club last night for an undisclosed six-figure fee
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Chapple blow
GLEN CHAPPLE defied a hamstring problem to make a point to England captain Nasser Hussain in Lancashire's tense Championship match against Essex yesterday. Chapple hit Hussain in the chest with a nasty short ball, then switched ends to have him caught
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Widow hits out at 'no prosecution' decision
A PENSIONER who was injured along with her husband when a police vehicle crashed with their car today criticised a decision not to prosecute the driver. Margaret Clarkson, 81, spoke out four months after the crash, in Blackburn town centre, as it was
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Funeral of "ambassador" policeman
THE funeral took place on Thursday of a police sergeant described as a "fine ambassador" for the service. In 1994 Sgt Stephen Croft was named as Greater Manchester Police's Community Police Officer of the Year. He was named a runner-up in the national
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Clubs get cash in childcare boost
CHILDCARE in the borough is to get more than £250,000, in a round of grants by the National Lottery. The successful bid was announced by the New Opportunities Fund as part of a national £36m boost for after-school childcare facilities. Schemes at a Prestwich
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Souness wishes Dunn all the best
BLACKBURN boss Graeme Souness today wished David Dunn all the best with his move to Birmingham and denied the pair had ever had a bust-up. Dunn finally sealed his £5.5 million move to City yesterday after passing a medical. And Souness admits he is sorry
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Stan: No regrets selling striker
BURNLEY boss Stan Ternent has no regrets after finally selling home-sick striker Dimi Papadopoulos to Panathinaikos. The Greek U21 skipper finally ended a week of speculation by joining the Athens-based club last night for an undisclosed six-figure fee
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College class act reunion
EX-STUDENTS who have gone on to make a name for themselves are heading back to Blackburn tomorrow for a special end-of-term celebration for Blackburn College. Eight bands will be appearing at the Cellar Bar in Blackburn for the day-long event, which starts
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Jobs axed at beer depot
A MAJOR beer distribution depot has axed 50 jobs as it prepares to shift operations to Merseyside. Interbrew, formerly Whitbreads, will be moving warehouse and distribution operations from its site in Dutton's Way, Shadsworth Industrial Park, Blackburn
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Cabbies' terror 'bullies' jailed by judge
TWO taxi drivers were subjected to terrifying early morning ordeals which caused them to flee their vehicles, a court has heard. The first was bullied after stopping to change a flat tyre and later punched while trying to drive to a safer area with three
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Dumped offal sickener
BUSINESS owners were sickened when bags of offal were dumped near their premises in the River Darwen. The offal - edible internal parts of an animal - was dropped on the bank behind Sainsbury's in Taylor Street. Derek Southward, of garage repair shop
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Happy to have the cash
I'M glad Dunn has gone as I would rather have the £5.5 million. I will laugh at him when he returns with Birmingham, and it would be the highlight of my season if, on the last day, we send Birmingham down by beating them. Paul D, Heathrow Crescent
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Girlfriend punched in the face
A MAN trashed his girlfriend's house when she didn't come home after a night out, a court was told. Blackburn magistrates heard that when she did return the following morning, Kelly Hilton was attacked and punched in the face repeatedly by James Lee Wriggley
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Money should be used wisely
I THINK it is a great bit of business by Souey, selling a player who will not be in the first 11 in our team next year anyway. Who would he replace? Duff, Tugay, Flitcroft and Thommo would accomodate those positions so getting about 6 million is great
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Dog hurled 100ft in horror bike smash
A WOMAN watched in horror as her pet dog was killed by a rogue motorcyclist travelling at 50mph near playing fields, a court was told. Blackburn magistrates heard the dog was killed instantly as it was sent flying 100ft back by the collision at Tower
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Dunn deal is a sad day for Blackburn
YET another tactical masterstroke by our manager. Not only does he waste millions on strikers clearly past their best and with little motivation, he then drives a locally-produced talent who actually gives a damn about the shirt he pulls on out of the
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Soccer hunk gets red card
HE might be tall and dark. But if defender Lorenzo Amoruso is to become the next heart throb of the Blackburn Rovers squad he's still got some work to do! Loyal fans today revealed that the only way for the Italian Stallion to add East Lancashire phone
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A good deal for Rovers
DAVID leaving is worse than when Alan Shearer left in '96. Alan left to play for the team he has always supported, but David was already playing for his. Personal differences have obviously got in the way, which is not very professional for a supposed
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A sad day for David
AS A Blackburn Rovers fan, I'm gutted 'Dunny' has decided to leave. He lived the dream, though briefly, of every single Rovers supporter by donning our famous shirt. I'm sad he appears to have tossed his dream and all his hard work aside, just because
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Lover drunk in shop
A DRUNKEN teenager entered a shop muttering: "What am I going to do about her?" the night before her lover was fatally wounded, a jury heard. Shopkeeper Catherine Monk told a murder trial at Preston Crown Court that Louise Berry, 19, seemed annoyed as
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Cathedral to have new look
A £12MILLION redevelopment of Blackburn Cathedral grounds to create new jobs and shops was announced today. Church bosses said the plan would prevent the area from becoming 'a night-time wasteland' and hiding place for drunks and addicts - as well as
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Shrewd move form the board
MAY I congratulate the Chief Executive and the Board of Directors of Blackburn Rovers on what I believe to be the shrewdest piece of business conducted this summer in a very difficult transfer market. They have managed to negotiate the multi-million pound
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Young PNE striker forced to quit
PNE youngster Mark Wright has retired from football on the advice of doctors. The 21-year-old Chorley-born attacker, who first made his debut for North End back in December 1998 at the age of 17, has been suffering a hip injury which has wrecked his progress
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My children are a lot healthier
I AM writing in response to your article Drinks Ban Protest (June 24). I have two children who attend Springside Primary and I fully support the new healthy eating programme. To say that the headmaster is telling our children what they can eat and drink
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At least Lord Irvine's happy!
OVER the past few months, there has been quite a few anxieties raised on this Letters page about the closure of council-owned homes, the need for better financial support in the private sector, and government policy on means-tested benefits. Now the latest
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Bus-user safety is our priority
YOUR report on safety and security at Bury Interchange (Passengers fear for their safety, June 24) highlights some important issues that are amongst GMPTE's top priorities. I can assure readers that we are working hard to improve safety and security,
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Assurance on two high schools
HIGH schools in Ramsbottom and Tottington will not close in a review of pupil places in secondary education, it has been revealed. The borough's chief education officer Harold Williams promised that Woodhey and Tottington High would not be earmarked for
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"Exemplary" behaviour, says BGS report
A GOOD school which achieves high academic standards while providing a supportive and caring community. That was the verdict on Bury Grammar School (Girls) by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. The inspection, which was conducted in March, also found
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Woman, 82, is robbed by gang
A 82-YEAR-OLD woman from Bury was left lying on the pavement after a gang of three men stole her handbag. The pensioner was walking along George Street North in Higher Broughton, Salford, near to the junction with New Road when she was attacked. Three
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Bats the way to do it, Rammy!
RAMSBOTTOM gave near neighbours Rawtenstall an object lesson in how to bat on a good wicket at Acre Bottom on Saturday. When the visitors won the toss and elected to bat, a large sundrenched crowd settled down anticipating another run feast from a side
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Supporters buy up more Shakers shares
THE Bury FC Supporters' Society (Forever Bury) has just purchased another batch of 8,000 shares in the club, to add to its previous holding. This new investment of £8,000 comes largely as a result of successful fund-raising efforts, organised by the society
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Good report for council from Ombudsman
BURY Council has been given another clean bill of health by the Local Government Ombudsman. None of the 30 complaints made in 2002/03, down from 32 the previous year, made it to the second stage when ombudsman Mrs Patricia Thomas would issue a formal
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Down to Gran's apron strings!
CHEF Daniel Kirkpatrick has his grandmother to thank for his ability to slice, dice, bake and saute. And now the former Bury College student's dream of running his own restaurant could soon become a reality. From the age of three, Daniel would watch his
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New loo has every convenience!
VISITORS and revellers in Bury town centre have the latest convenience if they are suddenly caught short. A state-of-the-art Automatic Public Toilet (APT) costing £120,000 has been installed in Kay Gardens. The 20p-a-time APT uses the latest technology
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Heartbreak of raid on Janey's garden
A 92-YEAR-OLD widow today told of her heartache after thieves stole treasured memories of her husband and said: "It feels like I have lost him again." Janey Desmond, of Brunshaw Avenue, Burnley, lost her husband John 12 years ago and bought a statue in
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Authority prosecuted over fireman's death
GREATER Manchester Fire Authority is to be prosecuted over the death of part-time Ramsbottom firefighter Paul Metcalf. The Health and Safety Executive said it intended to prosecute Greater Manchester Fire and Civil Defence Authority over the September
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MP trades in pupils' message
CALLS for fair trade for third world countries from East Lancashire schoolchildren have gone straight to the top -- thanks to their MP. Pupils at Mount Carmel High School, Accrington, wrote dozens of letters to new International Development Secretary
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Mains layers call off strike action
WORKERS who have not had a pay increase for two-and-a-half years have called off strike action after a four month-long dispute. About 50 mains layers and road surfacers from McAlpine's Great Harwood's plant, in Heys Lane, staged a series of strikes after
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Official network club will boost business
WE mean business! That's a new networking club which has been launched in Prestwich to provide a distinct social and business framework for company bosses across Bury and Rochdale. More than 25 prospective members attended the inaugural meeting of Networking
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Church pursues homeless unit plan despite objections
A COMMUNITY church is to take forward its plan to set up a homeless unit in Clitheroe despite objections from residents. Clitheroe Community Church, in Millthorn Avenue, hosted a second meeting aimed at establishing the unit in the town, along with affordable
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Bionic man back on his feet
BRIAN Jensen can lay claim to being Burnley's bionic man. The 6ft 4in Dane will be the formidable last line of the Clarets defence this season after battling back from a series of foot fractures that wrecked his West Brom career. Jensen, 28, has since
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Comeback for Chris
CHRIS Harris returns to the Lancashire League tomorrow with the job of halting Nelson's challenge for the title. He is one of six sub professionals drafted in by clubs for a bustling double header weekend that will take the league up to the halfway point
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Town centre revamp to start next year
A £50 million revamp of part of Bury town centre could start next year. The application for the new development, known as The Rock Triangle, is being drawn up by Leeds-based Thornfield Properties, in partnership with Bury Council. If passed, the plan
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Historic hunt presses on
IT was business as usual for the Holcombe Hunt this week despite Monday's momentous vote to outlaw fox hunting. Alex Sneddon, joint master of what is believed to be the oldest hunt in the country, told the Bury Times: "We have been here before and for
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Regiment's heritage boost to tourism
A REGIMENTAL museum chronicling the 315-year history of the Fusiliers could create a major tourist attraction in Bury. And, as exclusively revealed by the Bury Times last year, the arts and crafts college in the town centre is expected to house the multi-million
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Legend Sam's a true soul survivor
SOUL legend Sam Moore is heading for Colne -- and tickets are already being snapped up. Grammy winning Sam first came to prominence as the Soul Man -- the lead singer of legendary duo Sam and Dave, whose songs Hold On! I'm A-Comin', I Thank You, When
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Southport scores an superstar coup
SOUTHPORT has an unjustified reputation for being primarily one of the favourite retirement zones for "wrinklies" in the North West. It's true that its stately ambiance is hardly that of a rip-roaring seaside town but it's a long way from being a "cemetery
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Minister blasts 'evil' system
A CHURCH minister has condemned the system for dealing with asylum seekers as 'evil' -- and his call for change has been backed by a national conference. Darwen Methodist Church minister The Rev Terry Young called for a complete overhaul, saying political
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School confidence booster
CHILDREN this summer can take advantage of an educational summer school. Jane Mutchell is running the school at St Paul's Church Centre, Constablelee, Rawtenstall, for two weeks from August 18. Jane, a secondary school teacher, said: "The aim of the summer
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Spooky visit to aid charity
SPOOKY nights are to be the theme of a new fund-raising campaign spearheaded by a Rambottom dad. Gareth Ford-Williams, 34, whose four-year-old son Zak has cerebral palsy is the driving force behind a number of fund-raising projects. He is a volunteer
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Legend Sam's a true soul survivor
SOUL legend Sam Moore is heading for Colne -- and tickets are already being snapped up. Grammy winning Sam first came to prominence as the Soul Man -- the lead singer of legendary duo Sam and Dave, whose songs Hold On! I'm A-Comin', I Thank You, When
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It is a real shame
WHAT a great shame that Dunny is leaving Rovers. I'm sure he will do well at Brum. Falling out with Souey meant it was either him or the manager had to go and with Souey's track record there was only one outcome. Steve Woods, Surrey
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Paper work hitch to deal
THE £100million sale of Blackburn Shopping Centre has been delayed for several days by paper work. But the new owners said they expected completion on Monday and revealed they were working on plans to improve the complex. However, London-based Reit Asset
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Jobs axed at beer depot
A MAJOR beer distribution depot has axed 50 jobs as it prepares to shift operations to Merseyside. Interbrew, formerly Whitbreads, will be moving warehouse and distribution operations from its site in Dutton's Way, Shadsworth Industrial Park, Blackburn
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Where she lives is irrelevant
APPARENTLY I AM a "yuppie", as I am a resident of Affetside. Exactly how I can be classed as a yuppie at just 16 years of age is beyond my comprehension, but I will bow to the superior experience of "Otago" (Your Letters, June 20). Not only am I a yuppie
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Teen haven plan for old school site
TEENAGERS in Brandlesholme are to be consulted by Bury Council over an idea to provide a special meeting point for them. Residents living near to the site of the former Brandlesholme CP School have experienced problems with anti-social behaviour. Now
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Bolton game off
THE scheduled friendly clash against Lancashire rivals Bolton Wanderers originally set for Monday, July 14 has been postponed. The decision was taken this week following an inspection of the Gigg Lane playing surface which it is thought needs more time
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Assurance on two high schools
HIGH schools in Ramsbottom and Tottington will not close in a review of pupil places in secondary education, it has been revealed. The borough's chief education officer Harold Williams promised that Woodhey and Tottington High would not be earmarked for
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Battle of the champions!
FORMER championship winning teams competed against each other in a tribute to "Mr Tottington United". The Tottington United side which won the Bury Amateur League First Division in 1986 took on their Kenyon Cup winning counterparts of 1991 in memory of
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Teen haven plan for old school site
TEENAGERS in Brandlesholme are to be consulted by Bury Council over an idea to provide a special meeting point for them. Residents living near to the site of the former Brandlesholme CP School have experienced problems with anti-social behaviour. Now
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Salon helps children's hospice in style
MORE than 300 people were treated to a touch of showbiz style in an event to support a terminally-ill girl whose story touched the nation. The hair and fashion extravaganza was staged at the Village Hotel in Bury and raised more than £6,000 for Kirsty's
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Cathedral to have new look
A £12MILLION redevelopment of Blackburn Cathedral grounds to create new jobs and shops was announced today. Church bosses said the plan would prevent the area from becoming 'a night-time wasteland' and hiding place for drunks and addicts - as well as
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Over the edge
BRAVE teacher Tracey Varley faced her fears and launched herself from the top of a 35-foot tower. The Year Seven form tutor at St Monica's RC High School in Prestwich took part in the stunt after one of her pupils won a competition to learn the skills
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Shakers reserves to stay
BURY Football Club WILL be fielding a reserve team in the Pontins League next season after all. The U-turn - following the decision to continue running the Schools of Excellence after their closure was announced - is the clearest evidence yet that there
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Old folks homes U-turn
AT least one of Bury's two threatened council old folks homes will be saved. Campaigners will be celebrating when councillors make a final decision on Wednesday (July 9) on the future of Whittaker House in Radcliffe, which looks favourite to remain open
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Ten years ago
A HERO who three times saved the life of blinded former Blackburn airman Bill Griffiths died in Australia aged 85. Surgeon Edward Dunlop saved the life of Bill, from Queen's Road, three times in Java during the Second World War.
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Warning goes out over 'fishing' thieves
RESIDENTS are urged to keep their keys hidden after thieves broke into a house by fishing for them through a cat flap. The message comes from a police poster campaign to pre-empt the start of a feared spate of burglaries from travelling criminals. PS
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Mum 'loves, but doesn't like' her son
THE mother of a teenage tearaway fought back tears as she admitted to a judge she loved her son -- but she didn't like him. The woman, from the Accrington area, said the 16-year-old had disregard for a lot of people in authority and had a nasty and violent
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More opportunity in bigger Europe
MINISTER for Europe Dr Denis MacShane will underline potential investment opportunities triggered by an enlarged EU, when he visits Bury next week. He will be one of three guest speakers at a Growing Business in a Growing Europe seminar to be staged at
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Davis joins Blackpool
FORMER Burnley skipper Steve Davis became Blackpool's third summer signing and says it's all down to Seasiders boss, Steve McMahon. Centre-half Davis, 34, penned a two year contract at Bloomfield Road on the day when the Seasiders returned for pre-season
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Council boss's pane over illegal window
A COUNCIL boss could face legal action after he installed an unauthorised first floor window in a newly-built extension without planning permission. Mr Martin Hall, who is the authority's head of architectural services, must now return the extension to
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"Exemplary" behaviour, says BGS report
A GOOD school which achieves high academic standards while providing a supportive and caring community. That was the verdict on Bury Grammar School (Girls) by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. The inspection, which was conducted in March, also found
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Treasures unearthed on FIVE
BLACKBURN Rovers have made their biggest signings to date. Elvis and Superman are set to score at the Blackburn End of Ewood Park. The Blues Bar -- part of the stadium complex -- stages an American Weekend tonight and tomorrow. Regular DJ Neil Blakey,
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New girl Andrea gives Soda extra fizz
SODA Club are back on the chart trail hoping to fizz up dancefloors with their latest single ... and a new singer. Andrea Anatola is the new girl fronting the group, which has already had hits with songs like Heaven is A Place on Earth and Take My Breath
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The Sara sensation
A SINGER-songwriter with just one live gig to her name is creating a major impact in the music industry. Sara Lowes, from Barrowford, will be playing a special showcase gig at Pendle Hippodrome on Tuesday at which representatives from no fewer than10
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Starsailor charting a new course
STARSAILOR have finally confirmed the name of their new album, its release date -- and a nationwide tour to boot! The indie band, fronted by Chorley's James Walsh, have named their second album, due for release on September 15, Silence is Easy. According
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Take a Peek at club highlight of summer
IF you don,t do anything else this weekend, place a big red ring in your diary around Sunday, August 24. For that's when Lancashire's biggest clubbing event takes place -- and once again, it's in the heart of the Ribble Valley! Every year for the last
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Rescue team honoured with Jubilee medals
ROSSENDALE and Pendle Mountain Rescue volunteers were commended for their dedicated work with a Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal. The team of 22 volunteers received the medal from Assistant Chief Constable, Juila Hodson. Andy Simpson, a member of the Rossendale
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Family of alleged murder victim sought
RELATIVES of a man found dead at a Haslingden caravan park last week are wanted by police to help with inquiries into his death. Bryan Jeffers, who lived at Holden Valley Caravan Park off Grane Road, was found by police with stab wounds on June 26. Thomas
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Starsailor charting a new course
STARSAILOR have finally confirmed the name of their new album, its release date -- and a nationwide tour to boot! The indie band, fronted by Chorley's James Walsh, have named their second album, due for release on September 15, Silence is Easy. According
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Southport scores an superstar coup
SOUTHPORT has an unjustified reputation for being primarily one of the favourite retirement zones for "wrinklies" in the North West. It's true that its stately ambiance is hardly that of a rip-roaring seaside town but it's a long way from being a "cemetery
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Viva la Vega!
I CAN'T think when I'm on tour," exclaims Suzanne Vega. Certainly, you can forgive the American singer for sounding a little harassed. She's in the middle of a UK tour, she's about to release a new album Retrospective and she's due to part company with
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Consciousness theory explored
THE general theory of consciousness will be explored at the next meeting of the Greater Manchester Association for Spirit at Work. Presenting the meeting, to be held on Monday (July 7) at the St James Church Centre, St James Avenue, Woolfold, will be
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Boss is always right
SORRY to see you go Dunny but Souness is God! Whatever you say to defend yourself you cannot disguise the facts that we all saw last season, particularly coming off at Old Trafford after eight minutes in a semi-final. The question we all ask is: why Birmingham
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I trust Souness has replacement
IT'S a shame that Dunny didn't adopt Graeme Souness as an example of how a truly great midfielder should play. It came across in the media like Dunny was sulking after the boss criticised his level of commitment. Instead of sulking he should have done
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Dunn's error
I CAN'T help feeling that Dunny has really taken his eyes off the ball by agreeing to go to Birmingham. His potential has not been recognised by so called big clubs as not one has registered an interest. That in my opinion says it all. David you have
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Anderson heads to Grimsby
IAIN Anderson has been signed by Grimsby Town, less than 24 hours after he agreed a settlement to terminate his contract at Preston North End. The 25-year-old has agreed a two-year deal at Blundell Park after falling out of favour at Deepdale. He was
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Parking policy certain to bring complaints
I WOULD like to correct correspondent Bury Community Charge-payer (Your Letters, June 27). My letter about parking was concerned only with the complaints procedure and the reasons why I thought that NCP operatives were issuing fixed penalty tickets "like
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Has our council leader "lost it"?
I CAN now empathise with those members of the public who suffer regular, irrational attacks on their integrity from council leader John Byrne and some of his Labour colleagues, following his over-the-top response (Yours Truly, June 19) to my earlier correspondence
