AN appeal has been renewed to try to save a parish magazine that began 138 years ago.

The magazine for the churches of St Peter's, Darwen, and St Paul's, Hoddlesden, will continue to be edited by Phil Leather until the end of the year.

But he will then step down and needs people to take over.

The magazine includes local parish events, prayers, an introduction by the vicar and notices for community groups.

In this month's magazine, Phil said: "I still feel that at least three publications are needed to show what is involved in editing it.

"This means that the October, November and December magazines are the last available to do this.

"Remember, the first magazine was printed in 1866."

Anyone wanting to find out more should ring the parish office on 01254 703929.