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Teachers must be accountable
WHILE teachers campaigning against the Standard Assessment Tests in schools may win some support from East Lancashire parents over claims that they put undue pressure on both them and their pupils, they are unlikely to get mass backing for them to be
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In search of Helen
I AM trying to find an old family friend, Helen Lesley Hamer, who lived in the Burnley area in the 1970s and at 76 Shaw Street in the town in 1973. We lost touch, but meeting up with her again would mean so much to me. If readers know how I might get
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Odds against the flu jab
THERE are many doom and gloom tales circulating about reasons for not having the flu jab. I look at it this way: The odds of any meaningful reaction, including full-blown flu, following the jab over a nine-month plus period are about ten thousand to one
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No thought given to Iraq aftermath
REGARDING your report (LET, October 2) on Blackburn with Darwen Councillor Patricia McFall asking at the Labour Party conference for understanding of Tony Blair's decision to go to war on Iraq, the reason given at the time was Saddam Hussein's use of
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Protesters fail to stop homes scheme
FIFTY-six homes are to built on an ancient farm site at Golborne, despite protests from villagers. Locals believe the proposals for Town Farm, off Warrington Road, will cause noise, spoil the environment and make the nearby roads unsafe. Among the plans
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Centurions to go full time?
LEIGH Centurions could have another crack at reaching Super League next season with a full-time squad. The beaten Grand Finalists are trying to put together a financial package that would keep around 15 players on full-time contracts. The remaining squad
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Artists earn how to make money
ARTISTS in Burnley can learn how to make money from their talents at a series of seminars this week. Funded by Hyndburn Enterprise Trust, the Painting for Your Living scheme aims to give people the chance to earn an income from their art. Both seminars
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'Glassing' charge man is cleared of wounding
A 24-YEAR-OLD man has been cleared of "glassing" his former friend outside a Padiham pub on Good Friday. Mohammed Syed, of Highfield Avenue, Burnley, was found not guilty of wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm after a three day trial. He had
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Padiham and Hapton bulletin
THE Mayor of Padiham, Councillor Bob Clark, wishes to thank Paula Smith and her team at Padiham Life for their magnificent efforts in co-ordinating the Magic Lantern procession and the firework display,. THE bargain event of the year takes place on Saturday
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Keynes support for Clarets
A CLARETS mad headteacher has formed his own mini Burnley supporters club...almost 200 miles away in Milton Keynes. Lifelong fan Jim Hudson has spent years converting pupils at his Buckinghamshire school Two Mile Ash and now claims that Burnley is the
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Champion time for Rovers' loyal supporters
BLACKBURN Rovers were doing somewhat better than today when this bunch of fans gathered in front of Queen Victoria's statue on the town's Boulevard. For reader Trevor Wilson, of Lammack, Blackburn, who sends their picture to Looking Back, believes it
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Prefects' line-up of the Fifties
SENT to Looking Back by Read reader Bill Greenhalgh, this picture of prefects at the old St Peter's C.E. Boys' Secondary Modern School in Blackburn (above) was taken half a century ago in the autumn of 1953. And though one or two in the group are no longer
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Relatives sought to honour hero airmen
CAN readers help Mrs Anne Storm find relatives of East Lancashire airman killed in the same wartime action as her Australian father -- so that they can have the opportunity to attend a 60th-anniversary commemoration service in South Africa next year honouring
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Ex-councillor put on party policy board
A FORMER Pendle Council leader is hoping his experiences can shape Government policy following his election to a national political group. Azhar Ali was elected to the Labour Party's National Policy Forum at its conference in Bournemouth last week. He
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Pension fund crisis meeting for aero workers
WORKERS at Rolls-Royce - including those in East Lancashire - are set to meet their local MPs to discuss the firm's pension crisis. Union members from the Barnoldswick site will join colleagues from other plants on October 28 to meet with their local
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Vera backs pensions
CORONATION Street favourite Vera Duckworth will ditch husband Jack for MP Andy Burnham on Saturday, when she visits Leigh to promote new pension credits. Actress Liz Dawn, a staunch Labour supporter, will join Mr Burnham in Leigh's Spinning Gate Centre
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Ten years ago
A LITTLE bit of magic helped Sean Lyness become Merlin's apprentice for the next 2,000 years. Sean, nine, of Bunkers Hill Close, Blackburn, won the title at a night of magic and music at Darwen Vale High School.
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Five years ago
A PENSIONER who was mugged on her way home had her faith in human nature restored, thanks to an optician. Alice Sumner had her bag containing money for new glasses stolen in Cherry Street, but was given a new pair by Stuart Ingleby owner of Specsavers
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Pet rabbit finds four kittens
AN ANIMAL lover whose pet rabbit led her to a litter of stray kittens has appealed for help to find them new homes after local charities said they were to busy to help. Ayesha Keighley, of Ainslie Close, Great Harwood, discovered the feral cat and its
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Woman killed as she is hit by bus
A WOMAN has died after being hit by a bus in a "horrific" accident at Accrington's town centre bus station. Eyewitnesses said a red and cream Pilkington's double decker bus collided with the woman, 61-year-old Joyce Rigby from Accrington, as she crossed
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Experience opens doors for graduates
A SCHEME has been launched to fast track job-seeking graduates into work. The Leigh Business Academy, JobCentre Plus and the town's top employers have united to instigate a 39-week programme to provide work experience for degree holders and also give
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Lorry ban has been long haul
RESIDENTS have won their battle for a lorry-free country lane. People power has paid off for the persistent Lane Head Residents' Group which has never given up its quest to stop heavy goods vehicles using Winwick Lane, Lowton, as a short cut to and from
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Film honours Burma heroes
A FORMER Atherton woman is making a film about prisoners of war and those who fought the Japanese in Burma during the Second World War. Sue Robinson, whose late uncle, Sgt Bill Clift, served with the legendary Chindits -- has agreed to make a "living
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Pair snap up disused nuclear bunker
BUSINESSMEN Mark Jones and Carl Ince snapped up a des res with a difference -- an underground nuclear bunker. The property specialists now own a bomb-proof piece of Atherton on upmarket Breeze Hill Road. And they are thinking of holding an open day so
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A simple game of truth and dare
It's been delayed longer than most Asian events this one. It seems they had to get it out of the way before the Diwalli rush though when we'll have string of movies being released. A run of the mill Bolly bash about murder, love and intrigue. Two friends
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Let's keep it in the family
Over two decades have passed but once a leading couple always a leading couple. Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini have lost none of their on screen chemistry and star in this family drama. But it might never have been that way. Dilip Kumar was penned in
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Old boys' network!
A PROUD sports teacher at an East Lancashire college today watched three former pupils prepare for England's rugby World Cup campaign and said: "I always knew they would be stars". Stonyhurst College sports director Simon Charles said the school was buzzing
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The addict, the community worker and the mentor
Heroin abuse is a growing problem in our community. Asian Image talks to a man who was an addict for 10 years and two people who are tackling the crisis. The addict You wouldn't know Sagir (not his real name) has had a heroin abuse problem spanning a
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Desert Cities and Damascus
WAQAR HUSSAIN spent over 18 months out of England. His journey took him to Turkey, Iran, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, the UAE and finally his village in Pakistan where he settled for a period. This month he visits Syria. Travelling in Syria releases what seems
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Party is bridging troubled waters
THE party conference season is here, with Labour's get together in Bournemouth last week followed by the Tory party in Blackpool this. This was my 32nd Labour Party Conference, and one of the most interesting. It is fair to say that the Government has
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Soccer club to shut Caf Claret
BURNLEY Football Club's Caf Claret is to close because of lack of custom from fans. The caf, at the Turf Moor Leisure Centre, opened when the facility was refurbished to coincide with the multi-million pound development of the Jimmy McIlroy and James
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Striker sets new target
CLARETS striker Ian Moore has downgraded his goals target for the season. Moore has been forced into a wider attacking role in recent weeks since the arrival of Delroy Facey on loan from Bolton. And the £1m man, who had hoped to enjoy his best ever season
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Saying 'no' is causing a major rift
DEAR MASSI, My father is pestering me to marry his nephew abroad. I really don't want to marry him because I don't like him and I can't see myself spending my life with him. I am not the sort of girl that just goes on looks but I don't like his personality
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Striker sets new target
CLARETS striker Ian Moore has downgraded his goals target for the season. Moore has been forced into a wider attacking role in recent weeks since the arrival of Delroy Facey on loan from Bolton. And the £1m man, who had hoped to enjoy his best ever season
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Conmen get into home of man, 99
DETECTIVES are appealing for help in catching two men who tried to con a 99-year-old man. The duo fled empty-handed from the man's home in York Street, Radcliffe, but police fear they could strike again and are warning elderly people to keep their doors
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Redundant Crown staff go on giving
WORKERS have been praised for backing a Christmas charity campaign -- despite facing redundancy. Staff at Crown Wallcoverings in Darwen have pledged their support to the Blackburn Partnership's Christmas Challenge even though they are about to lose their
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Council pledge to protect countryside
CAMPAIGNERS were celebrating today after Blackburn with Darwen Council announced its commitment to protecting an area earmarked for an activity centre. Around 350 protesters took to Cranberry Moor, Darwen, last month to show their opposition to the plans
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Chance for adults to learn about computers
EDUCATION isn't just for youngsters - adults can learn too thanks to innovative new computer-based courses being held in Rossendale. Christine Hawke, of the Kingfisher learndirect Centre, based in Burnley Road, Rawtenstall, is hoping the courses will
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Link leads to coaching opportunity
THE chance to train as a football coach is on offer to all residents in Ramsbottom and surrounding areas following links between Bury Council and Manchester Football Association. The council can now provide a Level One Certificate in coaching football
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Victorian values for all the family
FAMILIES visiting Helmshore Mills Textile Museum will get a taste of Victorian discipline and morals when they find out what life was like for their ancestors. The museum is waiving its usual admission fee this weekend as part of Lancashire County Council's
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Having a ball!
TV STARS and sporting celebrities are set to attend a major fund-raising event to help secure thousands for pounds for Rossendale Hospice. The VIP list is to include former Emmerdale star and You've Been Framed presenter Lisa Riley, alongside several
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Charity is flying high
LEIGH, Lowton and District branch of the RNLI wishes to thank everyone who contributed to its successful September flag day in Leigh, which raised £846.84.
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Blanket checks
AGE Concern has organised a free electric blanket testing day for pensioners next Wednesday at its Bradshawgate branch in Leigh. Further details on 01942 607337, 712333 or 241972. Alternative arrangements can be made for anyone unable to attend on the
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Kids make their mark
CHILDREN in Need will benefit from a store day for proud mums and dads. Parents are invited to take their babies to Leigh's Asda store tomorrow between 10am and 4pm for a free hand or foot print and a chance to win a video camera. For every print taken
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Ready, teddy, go!
TEDDY bear collector Jennie Todhunter will speak on the history of the soft toys at Atherton Heritage Society's October 14 meeting. Jennie's subject, Meet Mr Edward Bear, will follow the annual general meeting at 7.30pm in St Richard's Jubilee Hall. Admission
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Bowlers don't enjoy rub of the green
LEIGH and District Soroptimists were bowled over to finish runners-up in a regional crown green competition. Players Sandra Stott, Sylvia Cooper, Joan Vanes, Lorraine Skeech, Beryl Abbott, Gill Bowyer and Margaret Molyneux, cheered on by mascot Edith
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Celebrate split
THE Leigh branch of the National Council for Divorced and Separated has organised two celebration events. The group, which has moved from its base at the old Leigh Squash Club to Carnegie Hall at Westhoughton Town Hall, is having an Halloween dance at
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Home is where the hard hat is
LYNDA Gregory has caught the building bug. When the Leigh lass took a post as a junior administrator with a house-building firm, she did not expected to end-up as a trainee quantity surveyor. Her career snowballed after she took a job as payment clerk
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Boro eye touch of cup magic
IT'S back to the dream this weekend as Radcliffe Boro attempt to sideline Buxton in the FA Cup third qualifying round writes Marc Higginson Boro head to Derbyshire in buoyant mood following two successive victories in the league. In addition, the Boro
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Charity fundraiser
A high-profile cultural dinner at Manchester's New Century Hall helped raise much needed funds for a charitable organisation. The Pakistan Human Development Fund aims to improve education, healthcare, income generation and resource mobilization in Pakistan
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Union call for axing of tests
PARENTS are being urged to back a Lancashire-based campaign to halt a "teaching to test" regime in schools. Letters have been sent out to schools in East Lancashire as part of a push to get Standard Assessment Tests (SATS) axed. The National Union of
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Councillor Evans walks out on BNP
BLACKBURN'S British National Party councillor has quit the party -- but vowed to continue backing far right policies as an independent. Robin Evans, who represents Blackburn's Mill Hill ward, announced yesterday he was leaving because of "organisational
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Nurse 'didn't check drugs chart'
A NURSE has told an inquest how a colleague said she would give a toddler "something to calm him down" moments before he received a fatal injection. The inquest heard that Lynne Maguire, who had been on a four-week orientation of the ICU ward at Alder
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ATHLETICS: Chorley athlete picked for Britain
JONATHAN Grundy has been selected to represent Great Britain in the Age Group Team for the ITU Triathlon World Championships on December 6 in Queenstown, New Zealand. The Chorley AC athlete gained his place on the 20-24 age group team in the Shropshire
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Prince's Trust Football Live week
The Prince's Trust has teamed up with local football clubs and sporting organisations to provide unemployed young people opportunities to develop their football and personal development skills. Football Live will take place between 13 - 20 October, and
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Education
I read with interest the claims of the woman who wanted more to be done for victims of domestic violence in the community. I agree our mosque leaders and Muslim organisations could do more in combatting the problem by educating those who go to the mosque
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Asia FC teenagers halt Scottish double dream
Rochdale's Asia FC Under 16s side stopped it being a Scottish double at a Nationwide football tournament held in Liverpool. The youngsters clinched the trophy after a nervy penalty shoot-out against Glasgow Ansar. Asia FC's Asim Rabbani finished top scorer
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Support
As the Meningitis Trust's representative in the North West, I am writing to ask for readers' support in raising awareness of the hidden after effects of meningitis. Many people believe that meningitis is simply a matter of life or death and have no real
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Assalamu alaykum to all
There is a letter going round where a number of totally false and slanderous accusations have been made at the delegation which spoke to Narendra Modi to raise the concerns and plight of the Muslims of Gujarat. In particular, the letter suggests that
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Gran (61) dies in house fire
FIREFIGHTERS smashed their way into a blazing flat in a vain bid to save the life of a 61-year-old grandmother. The body of Mrs Doreen Theresa Dean was pulled from the flamed-filled ground floor flat in Melrose Road, Radcliffe, on Wednesday morning and
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Mohammed's new role
Mohammad Anayat has been appointed as executive member to the Lancashire Board of Crimestoppers. His role will be to help develop relationships and partnerships. Anayat said, "It is clear to me that in order to improve we need to have more widespread
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Pilots refuse to strike at innocent civilians
A group of air force pilots are refusing to carry out air strikes in Palestinian territories, the first such protest from pilots, who are revered in Israel. The declaration was made by 27 pilots in the reserves who regularly carry out combat missions.
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New Chilli Food Colour Warning
Lancashire County Council Trading Standards officers are again warning the public to be on the lookout for foods containing chilli that has been coloured with the banned food dye Sudan 1. Two supermarkets, Tesco and Makro, have withdrawn stocks of Sammy's
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Music, dance and crafts event hailed a big success
An estimated 8,000 from all backgrounds attended Burnley's Reach 1 Festival in Queens Park. The festival, organised by Burnley Council, Burnley College and Mid-Pennine Arts, aimed to bring people together and encourage communities to find out more about
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Crackdown on racist activity
The government is considering a crackdown against British National Party activists trying to use trade unions to spread race hate. Trade and Industry Secretary Patricia Hewitt has promised action to allow union bosses to discipline or even expel racists
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Call fo rtroops to be pulled out
Anti-war protesters from around the North West joined thousands more from across the country to hold the first major demonstration since the fall of Saddam Hussein. The organisers of the event called for British troops to be pulled out of Iraq. The day
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Breast Cancer Awareness
Don't die from fear or embarrassment. That's the message during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Actress and writer, Meera Syal, has joined forces with Cancer Research UK and support group Cancer Black Care to raise awareness of breast cancer within the
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Warm welcome for visiting Imam
Thousands gathered to welcome the imam of the grand mosque in Makkah on his visit to Lancashire. Shaikh Dr Abdur Rahman Al Sudais was welcomed by over 8,000 people before evening prays at the Jamea Mosque based on Cumberland St, Blackburn. A day later
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Labour party found guilty of discrimination at tribunal
The Labour Party has been found guilty of racial discrimination and victimisation against a former Birmingham City Councillor, the CRE has announced. Raghib Ahsan was Councillor for the Sparkhill ward of Birmingham during the 1990s. The Employment Tribunal
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EVENTS taking place in East Lancashire on Friday, Ocltober 10
A LOOK at events, from amateur theatre to rambles through our beautiful countryside. Crafts At Work, Samlesbury Hall, 11am-4.30pm. Line Dance Social, St Edward's Church Hall, Darwen, 7.30pm. Bring own drink. Tenorissimo -- Three Tenors In Concert, St
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Fickle friends
TO judge from your story (LET, October 7), on the Barnoldswick man who was sent home by immigration officials after flying to America to meet his internet fiance, the friendly rapport which is supposed to wrap the UK and US in a cosy blanket of bonhomie
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Act now against cheap imports
IN your report (LET, October 4) Janet Anderson said: "We can't afford to keep losing manufacturing jobs like this and I will be talking to the regeneration unit at the council and the regional development agency to see what help we can get to bring some
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Council not completely perfect
ANTHONY Haworth (Letters, October 2) makes ridiculous and inaccurate comments about Blackburn with Darwen Council and proposed local government reorganisation. If Ribble Valley Council is so good, how come Blackburn with Darwen Council won the council
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The break's nice but I'm desperate to play
THERE'S nothing to banish the winter blues like a spot of sunshine on your back. So while you lot all shiver at home, spare a thought for me and the Bolton lads as we enjoy a spot of training La Manga-style. I'm not sure many of the holidaymakers here
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Soccer club to shut Caf Claret
BURNLEY Football Club's Caf Claret is to close because of lack of custom from fans. The caf, at the Turf Moor Leisure Centre, opened when the facility was refurbished to coincide with the multi-million pound development of the Jimmy McIlroy and James
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'Gay pass led to knife death'
A BLACKBURN man was stabbed 18 times in a frenzied assault because his attacker feared he was about to be the victim of a gay rape, a court was told. Marvin Lee Whitehead, 28, a former pupil at Billinge High School, whose family still live in Mill Hill
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'Pooray Pachaas Hazaar.'
That's it...I'm spent!!! After 68 last bits I have seen it all. And even a plate of chocolate bourbons and some wet rusks aren't going to calm me down now. The brothers have gone too far. You might as well nickname everyone I know 'trying to get a penny
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Eastern promise
BLACKBURN Rovers' chief executive John Williams today said Chinese striker Qu Bo will be given every opportunity to prove he can carve out a career for himself in England. The 22-year-old is currently on trial with Rovers and looks set to stay for the
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Women's soccer rovers to return
FOOTBALL Association bosses today praised fans in East Lancashire for supporting the nation's women's football team. Now the women's side is set to return to Lancashire, thanks to the support the players received at their last game in the region. FA chiefs
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Soccer club to shut Caf Claret
BURNLEY Football Club's Caf Claret is to close because of lack of custom from fans. The caf, at the Turf Moor Leisure Centre, opened when the facility was refurbished to coincide with the multi-million pound development of the Jimmy McIlroy and James
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Zig-zag parkers face hefty fines
PARENTS who risk youngsters' lives by parking outside school gates will face hefty fines as police launch a crackdown on school-run chaos. Police have put together an action plan designed to cut down on illegal and irresponsible parking outside school
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Old tearoom gets a facelift
AN East Lancashire tearoom built in 1913 to promote Socialism received a lick of paint from community-minded youngsters. Clarion House, in Roughlee, was established by Manchester journalist Robert Blatchford, who also founded the Socialist newspaper,
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Bus stop scheme 'bonkers'
A REEDLEY engineer has described plans to ban cars from a bus stop in front of his home as "bureaucratic bonkers." Andy Blackmore, 37, of Colne Road, has a bus stop outside his terraced home, which has no car parking restrictions in place next to it.
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Judge gets tough on women crooks
TWO women who have plagued Nelson and Colne are behind bars after a judge said residents must be "heartily sick of them." Burnley Magistrates Court heard how mother-of-two Nicola Thomas, 28, and Sarah Ward, 18, who shared a house on Charles Street, Nelson
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Hospice stalwart Jack dies aged 91
ACCOUNTANT Jack Farraday, who helped raise funds for Bury Hospice in his capacity as vice-president, has died at the age of 91. He was instrumental in providing financial advice when the project was in its infancy and also helped source cash when the
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Radio charity windfall hope
LEIGH charities could benefit from cash windfalls from a marathon fund-raising week organised by a kind-hearted radio station. Manchester Kids Week, Key 103 and Magic 1152's official charity, launched on Monday when radio station presenters stage their
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Co-op flats plan gets green light
COUNCILLORS ignored a controversial freeze on new housing and voted that a former Co-Op shop should be changed into two-bedroom flats. The move at Hyndburn Council's planning committee went against planning officers, who recommended that the application
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Fine for man
AN Accrington man has become the third person taken to court by his local council for leaving his rubbish bag out. Ahmed Al Ghouf, 27, followed fellow Beech Street residents Mark Kay, 28, and Mavis Pearson, 58, who appeared in front of Hyndburn magistrates
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It's pension time for Corrie's Vera
CORONATION Street favourite Vera Duckworth will ditch husband Jack for MP Andy Burnham on Saturday, when she visits Leigh to promote new pension credits. Actress Liz Dawn, a staunch Labour supporter, will join Mr Burnham in Leigh's Spinning Gate Centre
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Approval for new homes sparks fury
A COUNCIL planning chief today said it could not turn back the clock on a controversial freeze on new home building. The Hyndburn Council officer spoke as the authority was criticised after approving 15 homes in New Lane, Oswaldtwistle, which had already
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Final tribute to church stalwart
THE last in a series of organ recitals takes place at Bedford Parish Church in memory of church warden, altar server and eucharistic minister, Peter West. It will be performed by Andrew Plowman, of Lancaster, and follows Tuesday's performance by Paul
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Show's off after poster confusion
THEATRE bosses have cancelled a variety show following a string of complaints from people who thought they were buying tickets for a different event. Oswaldtwistle Civic Theatre chiefs decided to scrap the performance of Bollywood Nights after hearing
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Young singer Alesha takes the biscuit!
HINDLEY'S very own Junior J-Lo, Alesha Meredith, is one step closer to fame and fortune after reaching the second round of the Jammie Dodgers' Jam on the Mic competition. Biscuit brand Jammie Dodgers launched the search for a pint-size pop star in association
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Clare Storey
CONSUMER watchdogs have issued a warning after complaints about sales tactics and work costs. Pensioners are being targeted by salesmen selling damp proofing and the caller asks the homeowner if a salesman can visit them at home. Chief trading standards
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Debbie 'puds' her dream on the map
A RADCLIFFE-based company selling black puddings on the internet has been named one of the UK's top ten start-up businesses. Although Debbie Pierce's Bury Black Pudding Company/ failed to win the title outright, her firm will benefit from £4,000 worth
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In Madhuri's shadow
And don't we all. Well some of us anyway. And whilst the title might be slightly off-putting this is being touted as the feelgood movie of the year. Good performances from Antara Mali who plays a village girl (Chutki) with aspirations for super stardom
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RDB are back
RDB's (Rhythm Dhol and Bass) second album is aptly titled 'Unstoppable' because that's exactly what they have been since they hit the streets two years ago. The album released this month on Untouchables records took eight months to complete and again
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Rani could pair up with Affleck
Rani Mukherjee could be the new woman in Ben Affleck's life. The Bollywood siren is being lined up to star in a film with the Hollywood heartthrob. Art house director Dev Benegal is planning to make a romantic comedy titled Bombay California. The film
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Waking up to Islam
More and more white men and women are turning to Islam in a bid to escape the pub culture of western society, a senior lecturer has claimed. A growing trend? ASIAN IMAGE investigates. Dr Simon Ross Valentine, lecturer in community religions at the School
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The brothel, the clients and the law
We speak to 19-year-old Ani (not her real name), an Asian prostitute, who tells how she has been forced to sell herself to men. An article by Saimina Virmani. There are two ways in which you might want to look at this article. There are those who will
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Two wives turmoil
The issue of forced marriages has been in the media spotlight for some time, but what if you went along with it to appease your family and then you met someone who captured your heart? What if you were single and the man you wanted to marry was already
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TRANMERE RES...4 BURNLEY RES...3
A HEARTBREAKING stoppage time wonder goal ripped the first point of the season from Burnley Reserves' grasp. On a roller-coaster night at Tranmere, the Clarets second string took the lead three times through trialist Edward Kerr, Joel Pilkington and Damien
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Keynes support for Clarets
A CLARETS mad headteacher has formed his own mini Burnley supporters club...almost 200 miles away in Milton Keynes. Lifelong fan Jim Hudson has spent years converting pupils at his Buckinghamshire school Two Mile Ash and now claims that Burnley is the
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I can understand players' reaction
SO much for the calm before the storm, eh! England's preparations for Saturday's game against Turkey have been thrown into chaos by the events of the last few days. But although the players have been widely criticised in the Press for the way they have
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What's wrong?
I am 31-years-old and find it very difficult to meet women to whom I might consider marrying. I do not go to clubs and other places and much of the time fill my time by working. I also hold my religious beliefs in high regard. Whenever I speak to a woman
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Equality gone too far?
When I look around me, I see women shouting from the rooftops asking for equality. I don't deny them their inalienable rights but when I see the Asian community I wonder whether things have been taken too far. The majority of women in the Asian community
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DEAR MASSI,
I have been with my boyfriend for two and half years. We have been having trouble in our relationship since I told him I wanted to find someone I could marry. He himself is married, however it was a 'business marriage' so I don't feel it wrong being with
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Dealer faked autographs of the stars
A DEALER in memorabilia from Bury has admitted he was guilty of "sharp practice" in selling fake autographs of film stars including Roger Moore and Kate Winslett to fans. Dealer Larry Bore had last year denied a number of trading standards and deception
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Eastern promise
BLACKBURN Rovers' chief executive John Williams today said Chinese striker Qu Bo will be given every opportunity to prove he can carve out a career for himself in England. The 22-year-old is currently on trial with Rovers and looks set to stay for the
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Drivers must slow down, plea
SPEEDING motorists are putting lives at risk after a catalogue of crashes, claim residents of Ringley Road West in Radcliffe. In the past two years, vehicles have smashed into garden walls five times and householders claim it is only a matter of time
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Changing room shock at baths
HORRIFIED swimmer Jacqueline Owen has called for better security at Radcliffe Baths after being confronted by a man while she was naked in the changing rooms. The incident happened about 1pm last Thursday and Mrs Owen claims that staff at the pool failed
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Coffee cash
A COFFEE morning held in Sandringham Court at Lowton raised £610 for Macmillan Cancer Relief.
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Craft day
ATHERTON WI will hold a craft demonstration and open day on Friday, October 17, in the Jubilee Hall, Atherton. Admission is free.
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A prayer for peace
LEGIONNAIRES will say a prayer for world peace on Saturday in Leigh. The Legion of Mary has organised a public rosary at 1pm at the Spinning Gate approach off Bradshawgate.
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Curry off the menu
TINS of Morrisons' chicken tikka masala are being recalled. The store is taking the precautionary measure of calling in all 392g cans of their product which contain a non-permitted colouring, Sudan 1. Tins should be returned to the nearest store for a
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Free fun for families
BOARD games, competitions and internet sessions on news and family history will feature on Saturday at Leigh Turnpike Centre as part of Family Learning Weekend. Workshops on creative drawing and printmaking will be held from 10.30am and in the afternoon
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Your place in the sun
A RANGE of Spanish properties are on sale in Newton-le-Willows. Segura Spanish Properties has opened in the High Street, offering apartments, bungalows, town houses and villas in locations spanning from Alicante to Cartagena on the southern Costa Blanca
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Good Evans!
RADCLIFFE Swimming Club had four members selected to represent Great Britain in the recent World Biathle Championships in Monaco. And they didn't disappoint... Three members of the same family: Mark, Laura and Scott Evans joined Thomas Gibson last month
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Jack branded a Blair errand boy
JACK Straw was branded as Tony Blair's 'errand boy' at the Tory conference in Blackpool. Shadow Foreign Secretary Michael Ancram accused the Blackburn MP of playing no part in the Government's policy on a whole range of issues from Iraq to Zimbabwe to
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Awards reward tourism skills
A NEW awards scheme aimed at rewarding talented individuals working in the Lancashire tourism industry was revealed today. The Lancashire Excellence in Tourism Skills (LETS) awards recognises commitment to improving the industry. The 12 award categories
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EU states 'blocking' water fund claims MEP Davies
EAST Lancashire Euro MP Chris Davies has attacked EU governments he claims are blocking a £1billion fund that could be used to bring fresh water and sanitation to millions of the world's poor. The European Commission has identified hundreds of projects
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Heads we win!
RUNNING a school is similar to heading a First Division football team, Preston North End manager told East Lancashire teachers. The former headteacher told education bosses on a unique mentoring scheme that their jobs were very similar when he addressed
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Top security for diplomat's visit to town
A SECURITY operation will be launched tonight as up to 1,000 Kashmiri and Pakistani people protest against an Indian diplomat's visit to Blackburn. In April 2001, India's deputy high commissioner cancelled an engagement at Jan's Conference Centre, in
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'Gay pass led to knife death'
A BLACKBURN man was stabbed 18 times in a frenzied assault because his attacker feared he was about to be the victim of a gay rape, a court was told. Marvin Lee Whitehead, 28, a former pupil at Billinge High School, whose family still live in Mill Hill
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Gouck on a winner
ACCRINGTON Stanley manager John Coleman has urged his side to get into a winning habit at home. The Reds are on a nine-game unbeaten run going into Saturday's game with Farnborough Town at the Interlink Express Stadium. But they have only picked up three
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ATHLETICS: No mountain too high for Greenwood
CLAYTON Harriers' veteran men's team earned their just desserts when they won the over 40 class at the Ian Hodgson Mountain Relay at Brotherswater in the Lake District on Sunday. The squad, led by Ian Greenwood, had suffered a frustrating season after
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Steer clear of 'card gimmicks'
Consumer rights campaigners are warning students to steer clear of credit card companies offering "gimmicks" such as free cameras and book tokens. Expensive credit card debt could "push students over the edge", claimed the National Consumer Council in
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It's a right Kabbadi showdown..
While the odd footballer could be heard complaining it's was a bit chilly this month, spare a thought for the Kabbadi boys. The hardened professionals were back in the region competing in a challenge match in Blackburn. The event held at Sahdsworth Leisure
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Marathon men
Well it isn't the full marathon but it might as well be for this group of runners. A team of men from Bangor Street Community Centre, Blackburn have been training for six months and are to run the 10K marathon in order to raise money for the Meningitis
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Annual knock-out shield is a smash
A Badminton tournament featuring members of the public sevices and the community was hailed another success. The Gujrat Hindu Centre in Preston teamed up with Lancashire Constabulary, Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, the National Probation Service
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Horrified
I was horrified to read the story about the Muslim woman who was mistreated by the so called Muslim Hafiz. If it was in my jurisdiction I would shoot him. And how can the Muslim community ignore such an issue as domestic violence. Lets get together and
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Guilty or not?
I agree with the notion that the beraderi system is holding back the community and political parties are guilty of using the system for their own benefits. But whilst I agreed with the comments of Shahid Malik, I wanted to ask the question whether he
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An 'outsiders' view
Referring to the article 'Clan politics a major obstacle' I would say this is very true. I was surprised somewhat with comments in your article who felt it was not as bigger issue as made out. It is very difficult for an 'outsider' to make his or her
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Few points taken from Modi visit
This year marks the 11th anniversary of the destruction of the Babri Mosque in UP, India. The process of cultivating hatred against Muslims in Gujarat and elsewhere continues despite efforts by some politicians to seek a more reconciliary position on
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The art of gossip and all its flaws
Did you see what she was wearing?'.... 'I heard that she married him only for his money and admitted that to her best friend Halima, who is my neighbour's sister in law and she told me'. I watched the two ladies stood in the queue at the meat shop cackle
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Breakdown teacher was arrogant - head
THE head of Bolton Sixth Form College gave evidence on Wednesday in a case in which he and his deputy have been accused of bullying a teacher from Ramsbottom who suffered a breakdown and quit. Roy Whittle, the principal of the college, in Smithills, told
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Boost for school
More than 100 people attended a public meeting at Brookhouse Community Centre to discuss the setting-up of Lancashire's first Muslim state school. Only seven people voted against the proposal for Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School in Bicknell Street,
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Young person award
Amar Abass has been awarded a 2003 Young Leader Award by the RSA. (Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce) and the BYC (British Youth Council). Amar Abass is among twenty-five young people awarded for their exceptional
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It ain't half hot mum!
Manchester's Babylon kebab house came out second in a bid to find the UK's hottest kebab chilli sauce. Nineteen-year-old Chris Swindell was asked to tour the country tasting more than 50 kebab chilli sauces in ten cities. After Shock, makers of an alcoholic
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Why did Saira die?
A family has begun a quest to find out why a 21-year-old law student died after a minor operation at a Blackburn hospital. Saira Faruque, of Lomeshaye Road, Nelson, died following a routine sinus operation and her parents say questions remain unanswered
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Customer shocked at ham sandwich mix-up
A Muslim woman was left outraged when she found ham in the middle of a supermarket's tuna mayonnaise sandwich. Bradford family support worker Amreen Mughar, says she choked when she made the discovery in her Morrisons sandwich. She claimed the situation
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'Honour Killings can be prevented'
It is claimed 12 women are being murdered a year in 'honour killings' like that of Heshu Yones. The teenager was hacked to death in an "honour killing" by her father Kurdish Abdalla Yones who believed she had become too westernised. He was jailed for
