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EVENTS taking place in East Lancashire on Friday, April 16, 2004.
A LOOK at events, from amateur theatre to rambles through our beautiful countryside. Easter Fair, Witton Country Park, Preston New Road, Blackburn, 11am-10pm. "Easy Easter" -- three mile walk around Tockholes, meet Abbey Village, 10am. The Pendle Jazzmen
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Keeping track of crazy rail prices
IT sounds absurd that a person sitting on a train might have paid a return fare of up to £50 more for their East Lancashire journey than the man or woman sitting alongside them. But that's the situation if you buy a first class class ticket from Clitheroe
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NATURE: My day at the seaside
ONCE the extra hour of daylight starts to be felt, a day at the seaside can be a joy. A few obvious precautions have to be taken including keeping an eye on the tide to avoid being cut off. You should also dress for the weather because April can be warm
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Kevin Simm: Staying together is a No1 priority
LIBERTY X formed in 2001 after signing to millionaire businessman Richard Branson's V2 label. The five young singers, including Kevin Simm, who was brought up in Abbey Village and Leyland, went from unknowns to pop stars. But the path to success was not
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We're all to blame for failure
REGARDING Coun Mahfooz Hussain's comments on what has happened at Darwen Moorland High School, he is to some extent right. We are all to blame for what went on there, the teachers, governors, the parents and most of all the unruly pupils. I know from
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George not the last survivor
I READ with interest the article about the funeral of former fireman Mr George Thomas. You reported that he was the last surviving member of Blackburn Borough Fire Brigade which existed between 1948 and 1974 before becoming Lancashire County Fire Brigade
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Charity champion in sea tragedy
A CHARITY champion known throughout East Lancashire died after disappearing during a diving trip in southern Ireland. Heather Schofield, 25, a geography teacher at Moorland School, Clitheroe, became separated from friends off the coast of Dingle, a town
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Super Mac's close touch
Leigh RMI 1 Northwich Victoria 0 by David Magilton: LEIGH won the Conference basement battle thanks to David McNiven's 24th strike of the season. RMI's leading scorer claimed he had got a the final touch to Andy Roscoe's 30th minute free-kick, which was
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KEELEY: Survival will be Rovers' biggest achievement
FORGET the Worthington Cup. Forget getting into Europe last season. Because if Blackburn stay up it will be their greatest achievement yet. Winning cup finals and getting to the top six in the Premiership is fantastic but when that happens you get on
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Rovers' three steps to heaven
Blackburn Rovers' gutsy victory at Loftus Road on Monday night edged the club a step nearer to safety. Now the players must show the same desire and commitment against Leicester on Saturday in a game that could ultimately decide both clubs' destinies.
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Mystery bug KOs Bertie Bee
ONE OF the reasons the Clarets lacked their usual sting against Watford this week can now be explained - club mascot Bertie Bee was ill. The popular mascot was struck down with a mystery bug on the eve of Monday's crucial Turf Moor clash. He had to leave
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Police 'hate crime' watch on Manning
CONTROVERSIAL comic Bernard Manning is returning to Burnley - almost a year after he was stopped from appearing in the town by council bosses. Manning, who has prompted allegations of racism because of the nature of his act, is scheduled to perform at
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Worsthorne Bulletin
THERE will be a postal ballot for both the district and European elections on June 10, so the parish clerk has been asked to ascertain whether the parish council elections will also be by postal ballot. All the parish councillors representing Worsthorne-with-Hurstwood
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Old boys deny Shakers victory
York City 1 Bury 1: RELEGATION-threatened York City's two former Bury players combined to deny the Shakers victory at Bootham Crescent on Tuesday night. Liam George swept in a 24th minute cross from on-loan Huddersfield wideman Jon Newby to earn York
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Cockle pickers tragedy: Police go to China
DETECTIVES trying to identify the victims of the Morecambe Bay tragedy are on their way to China. The team of eight officers, including two currently working in East Lancashire, are travelling to China to collect DNA evidence from the families in order
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Shoplift man's record of 100 offences
A MAN with more than 100 convictions to his name at the age of 20 may escape another jail term despite striking again. Burnley Magistrates heard how jobless Michael David Dwyer went shoplifting in Colne Asda and got behind the wheel while banned. The
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Air crash probe team 'will not apportion blame'
AIR accident investigators have started their probe into the crash that killed a pilot when a light plane crashed into moorland near Colne last month. The single-engine Cessna 310 crashed in a field off Lancashire Moor Road near Laneshawbridge, minutes
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Teenager 'killed after row over £8'
A TEENAGER was stabbed to death in a street brawl sparked by a row over an £8 debt, a court heard. Sean Whyte, 17, was stabbed to death with a 20cm kitchen knife and his aunt Agnes Rennie was wounded with a pair of scissors, the court was told. Hasan
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25 years ago
THE Ribble Valley talking newspaper took off in a big way. Over £5,000 was collected from donations, patrons' subscriptions and the sale of cassette recorders. The project to provide a weekly news service to the blind and partially sighted of the valley
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Lynx tame Lions
IN THEIR final game in the Arriva Trains Cup, Chorley Lynx finally registered a much-needed victory when they defeated Swinton Lions at Victory Park. The victory was well deserved as they fought back from an early deficit and despite coming under increasing
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Kerry's heroes lift the county crown
BLACKBURN RUFC lifted the first piece of silverware in their 126-year history when they beat Aspull at Sedgley Park to take the Thwaites Lancashire Trophy. And the 24-10 victory was particularly memorable for coach Steve Kerry, who figured in the starting
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Steve in the frame
SNOOKER legend and six times world champion Steve Davis will play the winners of the North Lancs Training Group competition at its 2004 Snooker Charity Event. The event, to take place at Hyndburn Sports Centre, Henry Street, Church, is the culmination
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Mums' anger over sports creche axe
LEISURE bosses have been blasted for closing a sports centre creche after a grant was axed as part of a major cost-cutting drive. The facilities at Hyndburn Sports Centre, in Church, were free to parents who joined an annual £27 leisure membership scheme
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Mystery bug KOs Bertie Bee
ONE OF the reasons the Clarets lacked their usual sting against Watford this week can now be explained - club mascot Bertie Bee was ill. The popular mascot was struck down with a mystery bug on the eve of Monday's crucial Turf Moor clash. He had to leave
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DOBSON: Fate took Brown back to Turf Moor
WHEN I first arrived at Burnley FC in 1967, Joe Brown was part of the back room staff and I was immediately impressed with the way he went about his business. Quietly spoken, honest and knowledgeable, he was always willing to offer sound advice - making
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Aussie Peter looks for his ancestors
AUSSIE Peter Marsh is seeking out a real 'pommie' ancestor. Writing from Macleod in Victoria Peter tells us: "I am a descendant of Samuel Marsh of Locking Stoops/Stumps Farm in Kenyon and am trying to trace my family background in general. "But more specifically
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Sport goal reached!
A MULTI-sports, all-weather play area is due to be officially opened next month. After months of planning by Lodgeside Community Association the site, off Watery Lane, Darwen, is almost complete. This is the second piece of good news in a week for youngsters
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Five injured in head-on smash
FIVE people were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle head-on collision in Newchurch Road, Rawtenstall. Emergency services, including two fire crews from Rawtenstall and the incident support unit from Accrington were called to the scene around 3.30pm
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Kath's training not so sweet
FUNDRAISER Kath Jackson has had to save her Easter eggs for another week, as her marathon training does not permit them. Kath, is one of 40 40-year-olds taking part in the London Marathon on Sunday with TV presenter Lorraine Kelly. She will travel to
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Job Centres stay open
THE Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has vowed not to let industrial action disrupt the services it provides to job seekers and benefit claimants in East Lancashire. Almost 100,000 workers in three government departments nationwide are in the middle
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Shadow safeguard in new set-up
EDUCATION and social service bosses are planning to shadow each other as they brace themselves for the biggest shake-up in children's services for 30 years. Lancashire County Council's director of social services, Richard Jones, and director of education
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No more chances
ACCRINGTON Stanley manager John Coleman has said a number of his players have had their last chance to earn a full-time contract. This time 12 months ago, Stanley were still recovering from their championship celebrations. Now, they have a hangover of
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How can they be animal lovers?
THE Grand National this year gave cause for concern with only 11 of the 39 horses setting off finishing, 12 fallen and seven horses having to be pulled up. But what about the point-to-points staged at this time of year? The Holcombe Harriers point-to-point
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Youngsters should pay fair share
IN reply to E Ashworth (LET, April 2) I agree money is not everything. But in my era (which was one of respect for people, especially the elderly, property and one's self) many women worked because we had no choice. We did not have minimum wage agreements
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Clarets look to get in the comfort zone
"DERBY have just got a winner." Six little words that pierced the heart as Burnley huffed and puffed their way to an agonising defeat against Watford on Monday. It's at times like this you seek divine intervention - results elsewhere to tilt things back
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White-collar workers plan 2-day strike
A STRIKE by civil servants is continuing on Wednesday, hitting employment and benefit agencies. Staff from the Department for Work and Pensions and the Prison Service are staging a two-day walkout because of "unsatisfactory" pay offers. The action is
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Teenager 'killed after row over £8'
A TEENAGER was stabbed to death in a street brawl sparked by a row over an £8 debt, a court heard. Sean Whyte, 17, was stabbed to death with a 20cm kitchen knife and his aunt Agnes Rennie was wounded with a pair of scissors, the court was told. Hasan
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Todd faces battle to win back his shirt
BLACKBURN defender Andy Todd is facing a battle to win his shirt back in the wake of Rovers' gutsy victory at Loftus Road on Monday night. Todd was axed from the squad that beat Fulham after he had refused to be a substitute against Leeds United two days
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Scheme to help long-term jobless
THE launch of an initiative to help the long-term unemployed of Burnley back to work has taken another step forward with the appointment of a manager. Rachael White, 32, is project manager for the Transitional Work Programme. The scheme, led by Vedas
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Scheme for more public computer access
THE latest computer equipment will soon be available in Burnley's libraries thanks to a scheme to allow local people access to new technology. Lancashire County Council is investing £50,000 in updating the People's Network, which provides computers free
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Dental student heads for the Andes
A BURNLEY student dentist travelling to Peru for work experience says the South American country's dental problems put East Lancashire's into perspective. As East Lancashire suffers a desperate shortage of NHS dentists, Burnley student Louise Thompson
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Youth court date for teens caught in car
POLICE caught seven alleged joy riders after they stopped a stolen car in the early hours, a court was told. Burnley Magistrates heard how a 16-year-old was at the wheel, David James Connolly, 18, was in the passenger seat and five girls were in the back
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50 years ago
A KNOCK-OUT win by Haslingden policeman George Evans provided a popular climax to a night of amateur boxing at the Public Hall, Haslingden. He and colleague Tom Graham, who figured in the first bout of the evening, were the only "locals" who took part
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Man 'fighting for life' after beating
A MAN was today fighting for his life following a "violent and sustained assault" at a house in Accrington. Police said Alan Pilkington, 31, of Tanpits Road, Church, was at a property in Hyndburn Street, off Blackburn Road, when he was assaulted at around
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Countryside 'under threat'
PLANS to boost tourism in rural parts of East Lancashire without damaging the countryside are being drawn up. And hoteliers, attraction bosses and festival organisers all being urged to have their say. The Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural
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Great train robbery...
AN investigation has been launched into the practice of charging East Lancashire rail passengers up to £50 for first class travel on trains with no first class seats. Operator Virgin is charging for the service on trains leaving stations across East Lancashire
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Jepson praises his side
THE Clarets Reserves earned nothing but praise from manager Ronnie Jepson despite their defeat at Hull last night. The Clarets deserved far more from one of their most impressive displays of the season in the Pontins League clash at North Ferriby. But
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A&T nets
OUTDOOR training starts for junior players of Astley and Tyldesley CC on Wednesday, April 14 at 6pm. After the nets, players and parents are invited to meet the club's new professional, Andrew Richardson. There will also be an opportunity to sign on,
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'I disown £10,000 benefits con mum'
THE son of a £10,000 benefits cheat today said: "I totally disown my mum." Barbara Pinder's son Darrell, of Bacup, said he was ashamed at his mother's crimes and has totally cut ties with her. The 58-year-old grandmother pleaded guilty to five charges
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Eyes trained on the Halo
THE future of a public arts project will come under the spotlight at a consultation event this weekend. A final meeting will this week gauge support for the Panopticons project, dubbed 'a glowing beacon to valley's future'. The Halo design, if approved
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Love film in town
IT'S not a typical setting for a romantic tale, but locations in Blackburn are being used to shoot a love story feature film that will be released in the cinemas next year. Camera crews from Northern Souls Films Limited, a company which has set up a production
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Straw views terror probe college
AN Islamic college connected to the arrest of a suspected terrorist opened its doors to Blackburn MP Jack Straw in bid to reassure the public. Staff at the Jamiatulilmwalhuda UK (college of knowledge) in Moss Street, Blackburn, told the Foreign Secretary
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EVENTS taking place in East Lancashire on Thursday, April 15, 2004.
A LOOK at events, from amateur theatre to rambles through our beautiful countryside. Easter Fair, Witton Country Park, Preston Old Road, Blackburn, 11am-10pm. Simonstone with Read Women's Institute, Old School Hall, Simonstone, 7.30pm. Speaker: William
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Hounds of love
A celebrity relationship is reportedly going to the dogs -- because of differing degrees of affection for a deceased pet pooch. Why do women love their pets so much? JENNY SCOTT spoke to a keen pet-owning couple. . . THEY'VE long been the cherished pets
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Thanks for super concert
ON behalf of the Hyndburn Mayoral Charity. I would like to thank everyone for the concert by Tenorissimo, at Oswaldtwistle Civic Theatre on Friday, April 2. It raised about £300 for the charity. LEONARD NEIL, Moorhouse Avenue, Accrington.
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Terrorists must be punished
IN this climate of war and fear of terrorism on our streets, the news of foolish lunatics prepared to carry out ghastly and cowardly acts is horrifying. Whatever their motivation and however they arrive at their plans, terrorism is terrorism and it is
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Racecourse scheme is ready again
PLANS for a racecourse on the outskirts of Astley and Boothstown was unveiled by a property developer on Wednesday. Former jockey Willie Carson and eventing champion Lucinda Green were at the relaunch of the multi-million Manchester Race Course scheme
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17-year-old saved from 'abduction'
A TEENAGER has been rescued after being allegedly abducted by relatives in Burnley town centre. The 17-year-old girl was allegedly abducted after family members were said to be unhappy about her moving out of home. Police were concerned for the girl's
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Fire sparks warning over gas
FIRE chiefs have warned of the dangers of gas cylinders following a rubbish blaze off Accrington Road, Burnley. Fire crews were called to the blaze on waste ground near empty flats on the Barclay Hills estate at about 8.30pm yesterday and found two gas
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Youth theatre has fun in store
BURNLEY Youth Theatre has a busy programme of activities for the summer term. All the usual varied and fun workshops for all ages and abilities start again on Monday, April 19. The theatre is also inviting young people, aged seven to 10, to audition for
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The only certain thing is uncertainty
"WE'LL have a better idea of where we stand after the Easter period" claimed a friend last week. Unfortunately, it didn't quite work out like that. Because following the games against Walsall and Watford, the only thing Burnley supporters can be certain
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10 years ago
STRIKE action at one of Darwen's largest firms was avoided after union members "reluctantly" accepted a 1.9 per cent pay rise. The General and Municipal Workers Union had refused the offer following revelations that the Crown Berger managing director
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Capital response a reason for optimism
MY front room was not a nice place to be on Saturday night as my wife would testify. Another desperately disappointing defeat in one of those 'must win' games that we always contrive to lose and a total air of resignation to our impending relegation saw
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Police step up hunt for ex-boxer
POLICE in East Lancashire have been drafted in to help find ex-Burnley boxer Ray Taylor, who is accused of breaking on to the set of TV soap EastEnders. Taylor, whose age has been given in court as 33, and of Cedar Street, Accrington, was due before St
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Blaze rescue PCs honoured
TWO police officers who risked their lives rescuing a woman from her blazing home were honoured at a ceremony in Prestwich on Tuesday. Police constables Matthew Litchfield and Ernest Walsh defied flames and dense smoke to rescue the trapped householder
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Charity champion in sea tragedy
A CHARITY champion known throughout East Lancashire died after disappearing during a diving trip in southern Ireland. Heather Schofield, 25, a geography teacher at Moorland School, Clitheroe, became separated from friends off the coast of Dingle, a town
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Youths keep up good form
BURNLEY Youths continued their recent good form with a deserved 1-0 win at Wrexham at the weekend. Joe Booth rifled home the only goal of the game from 25 yards to leave manager Terry Pashley delighted. The youth team coach said: "It was another encouraging
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We needed a wake up call - Jensen
BRIAN Jensen wants Burnley to treat the damaging defeat to Watford as a timely wake-up call. The Clarets were plunged back towards the danger zone following Monday's 3-2 reversal at the hands of the relegation-haunted Hornets. But Jensen reckons that
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We needed a wake up call - Jensen
BRIAN Jensen wants Burnley to treat the damaging defeat to Watford as a timely wake-up call. The Clarets were plunged back towards the danger zone following Monday's 3-2 reversal at the hands of the relegation-haunted Hornets. But Jensen reckons that
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Todd faces battle to win back his shirt
BLACKBURN defender Andy Todd is facing a battle to win his shirt back in the wake of Rovers' gutsy victory at Loftus Road on Monday night. Todd was axed from the squad that beat Fulham after he had refused to be a substitute against Leeds United two days
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Semi-permanent cosmetics pioneered in salon
FRESH from sculpting the faces of the rich and famous, a make-up technician to the stars paid a one-stop visit to Rossendale yesterday to pioneer the latest cosmetics craze. After landing in Manchester fresh from working in the luxury Spanish resort of
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Baby joy after we lost our Angel
A COUPLE whose daughter died just 24 hours after being born are celebrating after being told they are to become parents again. Sara and Jason Ashton, of Cornelian Street, Blackburn, made their special announcement at a fundraising evening held in memory
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Park book final date
LIVERPOOL ST.HELENS...10, SEDGLEY PARK...14: IN what was a fairly scrappy Lancashire Cup semi-final, Saints must be congratulated for sticking to their game plan of disrupting so much of Sedgley's game. The gap between the two clubs - Saints play in National
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Quiet, it's tea-time!
PATIENTS on a ward at Fairfield Hospital are to be given the silent treatment, so they can eat their meals in peace and quiet. Ward 12 is taking part in a national scheme to ensure patients have all the time they need to enjoy their food. This includes
