10 years ago

THE campaign to save an old beech tree from the M65 extension came to an end.

A court order forced protesters to move from Cinder Path Woods at Cuerden Valley and meant work could begin.

Protesters planned another mass trespass to oppose plans for the extensions of the motorway into rural Lancashire.

25 years ago

EARLY morning anglers told a tale of the ones that got away - with a difference.

For instead of the usual catch of the day they were shocked to spot two young women streaking past the lodge near Hyndburn sports centre.

The fed-up fishermen shouted for them to leave while a neighbour from nearby Countess Street reported "a disturbance".

Police who attended the scene asked the girls to "cover up and go home."

50 years ago

HUNDREDS of gallons of water rained on Rawtenstall as six main water pipes burst.

A 30ft fountain shot into the air throwing up pieces of concrete and road surface on Bury Road.

Workmen had been digging to locate the mains when it was thought heavy traffic loosened a bolt.

An Irwell Valley water board official said few houses had been affected.