CRIME figures in Lancashire had more than doubled over the past decade and were still rising rapidly, a report revealed. The grim picture emerged from a disturbing new report produced by Shadow Home Office Minister Barry Sheerman, who said there was a crime crisis across the country.
VILLAGERS were mourning the death of retired publican Jack Burgess, 65, who ran the Eagle and Child in Hurst Green.
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