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Lords reform committee bid
GORDON Prentice has made a bid to be a member of the special Parliamentary Joint Committee on House of Lords Reform. The Pendle Labour MP, who wants a wholly-elected upper chamber at Westminster tackled Leader of the Commons Geoff Hoon on the issue this
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Brother beat sister for working nights
A NURSE was beaten up for working by her brother after he declared himself head of the family, a court was told. Burnley magistrates heard how Foysal Miah, 38, who had tried to dash victim Shanaz Begum's hopes of becoming a midwife, attacked her after
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Firework stunt in bid to win back lover
A FATHER-OF-TWO'S novel way of attempting to show his love for his estranged partner brought New Year in with a bang, a court was told. Burnley magistrates heard Philip Wainman, 23, strapped a firework to the side of his mouth and lit it in an attempt
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PC goes on new beat in home town
A NEW recruit has joined the policing ranks in Colne. PC Andrew Baldwin has become the new community beat manager for the Vivary Bridge area of the town. His beat will include the North Valley Estate, Alkincoats Park, Barrowford Road and Red Lane.
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MP Prentice backs bid to save hostel
CAMPAIGNERS are set to launch a fight to save Earby Youth Hostel, which is under threat of closure. Civic leaders have launched a campaign to save Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale's only youth hostel, in Birch Hall Lane. Pendle MP Gordon Prentice leading
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It’s ’Endelfin
THE doors have closed for the last time on the company behind the world-famous Pendelfin rabbits after more than 50 years. The firm announced earlier this year that it would cease production at its East Lancashire base at the end of March, with the loss
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TV review: EastEnders, BBC1
IF you believe in karma what comes around goes around then last night's drama in EastEnders has been a long time coming. Phil and Grant Mitchell have done a lot of dodgy things in their time, not least when they turned up wearing those matching camp
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Help these groups publicise events
I ATTENDED "A Festival of Music" concert, featuring The Salvation Army Citadel Band and The Blackburn Cathedral Girls Chamber Choir, in aid of "New Life for Lokna" appeal, which was excellent, but very poorly attended. Although the weather was poor that
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I’m saddened by visit protests
I AM amazed and saddened at the protests that have taken place throughout Blackburn. The town should be honoured to receive such a distinguished guest as Ms Rice. It can only be good publicity of our town. Alas, there is a vocal minority who felt that
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People will be deprived of sport facilities
THE LET of March 21 contained a report based on a conversation with Bill Stemp concerning the disturbing proposals for Darwen Leisure Centre. I agree with Bill and would like to add to what he has revealed. It is 10 years since I started using leisure
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Roads closed as security measure
VISITORS were advised not to enter Blackburn town centre today with the security operation due to cause major disruptions. Roads in the Mincing Lane, Darwen Street, Northgate and Sudell Cross areas were due to be closed completely, as well as around
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Iraq war causes controversy
CONDOLEEZZA RICE clashed with a Blackburn councillor after giving a keynote speech on American foreign policy. During the speech, she declared that America had no desire to be the "world's jailer" as she sought to reassure Europeans worried over Washington's
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Mission to help quake youngsters
AN East Lancashire surgeon was today flying half way around the world as part of a mission to improve the lives of child earthquake victims. Aamir Zubairy, of Whalley, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon based at Burnley General Hospital, helped treat victims
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They think they’re on a winner
I CALL them John 3:16-ers. Even now they're limbering up for the FA Cup Final, and then they'll be off to Germany to wave John 3:16 banners behind the goal at June's World Cup. I saw them last week at the Commonwealth games, and also at the Winter Olympics
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Troubled bus firm is back
AN ACCRINGTON bus company stripped of its licence to operate almost two years ago is back on the road. Accrington Buses, known locally as Pilkington's, was forced to stop operating in 2004 after an investigation found a host of mechanical faults. But
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Anchor for community
THE boss of Darwen Football Club is forging plans to make the Anchor Ground the hub of the town's community. Club chairman Kevin Henry says the ground in Anchor Road stands empty throughout the week and outside of the football season, and could be more
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Drinker butted partner’s pal
A HASLINGDEN man who attacked his partner's best friend after a drinking session left her with a cut lip and bruises. Jason Pilling, 26, lost his temper after being "escorted" out of his girlfriend's house and punched and headbutted victim Tracey Pounder
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Come and join the festival
STALL holders and artists are invited to take part in this year's Rishton Festival. It will be held on the Harwood Road recreation ground, on Saturday, August 12, and begin with a parade, setting off from Cutt Wood Park at 11.30am arriving at the show
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Murder case husband on hunger strike
THE East Lancashire man remanded in a French prison on suspicion of murdering his wife has gone on hunger strike in protest. Supporters of Robert Lund say he has told the British Consulate in France, the judge monitoring his case and the French Prisons
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Neill wants a stable job
IF you were to conduct a survey among Premiership footballers I bet most would admit they've given little thought to what they will do when the time comes to hang up their boots. Some might have earned enough from the game that they can put their feet
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Cotterill expects to be outspent
Burnley boss Steve Cotterill again expects to be outgunned this summer as the Championship's big hitters gear up for another spending frenzy. Cotterill has stolen a march by dipping into the Akinbiyi fund' to pay Sunderland £750,000 for striker Andy
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Reid: Clamp down on divers
Midfielder Steven Reid today called on the FA to clamp down on the cheats who are damaging football's reputation. The Blackburn Rovers star is the latest high profile figure to join the great debate on diving and he reckons serious action must be taken
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Chaucer at youth theatre
BURNLEY Youth Theatre presents a new adaptation of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales on April 7 and 8. The play, adapted by Burnley Youth Theatre participant Anna Marsland, 19, and drama leader Philip Hindle, will be performed at the theatre at 7.30pm. The
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Man jailed for pool cue attacks
TWO brothers were attacked when a pool game ended in violence at Barnoldswick Conservative Club, a court was told. Lucas Fitzgerald ended up with a smashed arm while his brother Lee was pinned against the wall and hit when Sean Costelloe armed himself
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Jobs shock for dozen teachers
TEACHING union leaders said today they expected around a dozen staff would not be offered posts as part of the shake-up of secondary education in Burnley and Pendle. More than 1,000 letters were due to be delivered teachers in Burnley and Nelson who
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Man leaps out of blazing flat
A MAN had to leap to safety from a first floor flat as flames swept through the property. Mark Rivers, 40, suffered leg injuries after leaping from a window of the block of flats in Cardigan Avenue, Burnley, in the early hours of today. He was taken
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Jail for conman who targeted pensioner
A FRAIL pensioner was targeted by a burglar so many times that police had to install CCTV in her home. The 79-year-old was just one of a string of elderly folk who fell victim to drug addict Stuart Davey as he turned to crime to fund his habit. Davey
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Heroin dealer jailed for 3 years
A CANNABIS user who ran up drug debts was pressured into dealing in heroin, a court heard. Michael Marsden came to the attention of police carrying out covert surveillance work. His address in Blackburn was later searched and heroin worth as much as
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MP’s call for POW payout
CHORLEY MP Lindsay Hoyle has told the Government it must demand the Japanese pay compensation to thousands of former prisoners of war used as slave labour in the Far East. He said his constituent Jim Hobson, from Chorley, received cash from the British
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Woman killed by train
A woman died after being hit by a train at Mill Hill station yesterday afternoon. The incident happened at about 1.15pm, and officers from British Transport Police attended the scene. It is thought there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding
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Sneak thief
Thieves sneaked into a house in Adelaide Street, Clayton-le-Moors, and stolen a handbag, cash, bank cards, a mobile phone. The occupants were in the living room when the burglary happened, about 2.30pm on Thursday but they did not hear the offender
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Father jailed for sex attack
A FATHER-of-two who drank heavily on a night out then sexually assaulted a teenage girl has been sent to prison for two-and-a-half years. Martin Woodend, 43, of Hayhurst Street, Clitheroe, met his 17-year-old victim after drinking about 10 pints, Preston
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Arson gang warning
A GANG of arsonists which has struck 13 times in three months has prompted police to send out warning letters to residents. The move came as a young mother revealed how her young family had to be evacuated in the early hours as fire threatened to spread
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Condi to get Rovers video
JACK Straw hasn't let a last minute fixture change prevent Condoleezza Rice from seeing his beloved Blackburn Rovers in action. After the game against Wigan Athletic was moved to Monday night, Mr Straw told an audience at Ewood Park: "Secretary Rice
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'I’ll tell everyone about Blackburn' – Condi
CONDOLEEZZA RICE hailed Blackburn an example to the world that your past doesn't have to guide your future' in an exclusive interview with the Lancashire Evening Telegraph. Dr Rice said her trip to the town, which was continuing today, was proof of what
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Addict’s rapidly growing record
A SOCIAL worker who found a 29-year-old man accommodation in Blackburn unwittingly helped him into a heroin addiction, a court heard. Blackburn magistrates were told that Philip Lewis came to Blackburn from Bolton with one conviction for stealing a packet
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Cameras cash
LANCASHIRE has been given more than £2.8million to keep its existing network of speed cameras running. The cash is part of almost £110million given to the 38 Safety Camera Partnerships for 12 month from April 1. Nationwide, the money will see 233 new
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Phil quits job to live dream
A 31-YEAR-OLD dad has quit his £34,000-a-year steady job to pursue his dream of being a DJ. Phil Colbert, of Highercroft Road, Lower Darwen, will work his last day as an area team leader at Interbrew UK on Monday before starting his new life. The family
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Frank emulates Rovers’ honour
A COUNCILLOR has become the first recipient of the borough's civic medal since the Blackburn Rovers title-winning team. Coun Frank Gorton, who represents Little Harwood, received the honour at a special ceremony in Blackburn Town Hall. Coun Gorton,
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Why Burnley was my Little beauty
PREMIERSHIP bound Glen Little has revealed that promotion with Burnley six years ago still ranks with achieving his top-flight dream with Reading. Little and his Royals team mates have put the champagne on ice for a few more weeks before fully celebrating
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Smoking banned
BLACKBURN Rovers plan to ban smoking in all seated areas at Ewood Park next season. Supporters are currently prohibited from smoking in the Jack Walker Stand seated areas and the whole of the Family Stand but that ban will be extended to cover the Blackburn
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Screamer set me on my way
MIDFIELD enforcer Steven Reid reckons his goal-of-the-season contender against Wigan Athletic in December was the moment when he finally convinced Blackburn fans he was capable of becoming a major force in the Premier League. The 25-year-old, who was
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Kilby prays for Blades
BURNLEY bosses have 250,000 reasons to cheer Sheffield United on to promotion later this month. For the Clarets stand to gain up to £1/4m if Neil Warnock's side hold off the challenge from Championship rivals Watford, Leeds United and fast-improving
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Great Harwood: Gamecock Inn
AFTER my plans to make Mother's Day for my partner extra special were thrown into chaos at the 11th hour thank goodness for the Gamecock Inn. The picturesque pub provided salvation from my attempts at cooking and helped to make this a special occasion
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Father jailed for sex attack
A FATHER-of-two who drank heavily on a night out then sexually assaulted a teenage girl has been sent to prison for two-and-a-half years. Martin Woodend, 43, of Hayhurst Street, Clitheroe, met his 17-year-old victim after drinking about 10 pints, Preston
