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45 cracking photos from nights out at The Mix
It’s time for another trip down memory lane as we revisit the glory days of The Mix.
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Join the Pendle Borough Council-backed Great British Spring Clean campaign this month
Pendle Borough Council is backing the Great British Spring Clean initiative this month and is encouraging residents to take part. Here’s everything you need to know.
World Book Day in Burnley 2026 in 43 pics (part two)
Parents across Burnley have really pulled it out of the bag with costumes for this year’s World Book Day.
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Longridge mum-of-three forced to move home and children's school after being targeted by a masked gang
A terrified mother-of-three has been forced to move house and change her children’s schools after being targeted by a masked gang.
Burnley, Pendle, and the Ribble Valley are facing a 'pothole plague', say councillors and residents
Residents and councillors are calling for more action to deal with a “pothole plague” in Burnley, Pendle, and the Ribble Valley.
Former Mayor of Burnley Shah Hussain appears in court charged with using threatening/abusive/insulting words/behaviour
A former Mayor of Burnley and current councillor has appeared in court charged with using threatening/abusive/insulting words/behaviour.
World Book Day in Burnley in 39 fantastic photos
Children across Burnley and Padiham have celebrated World Book Day 2026.
Burnley celeb and Love Island star backs Refuge campaign against domestic abuse
A Love Island star from Burnley is backing a new charity campaign against domestic abuse.
Burnley teen who appeared on Freddie Flintoff's hit TV show to launch his own podcast
An inspirational Burnley teenager, who appeared on BAFTA award winning TV show ‘Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams: Ultimate Test; hopes to launch his own podcast.
Lancashire Apprenticeship Awards: get your nominations in now
The Lancashire Apprenticeship Awards honour apprentices, employers and training providers who are playing a vital role in developing the workforce of the future.
Police close The Famous Shop in Nelson following supply of illegal tobacco
A shop in Nelson has been closed down by police following the persistent supply of cheap, illegal tobacco.
Urgent search launched for missing Colne man Samuel Smith
Police and rescue teams are urgently searching for 66-year-old Samuel Smith, who has gone missing from his home in Colne. His family have expressed deep concern for his safety.
Pendle Council confirms Colne Market Hall to reopen this spring
The transformation of Colne Market Hall is nearing completion, with work to the front of the building almost finished and a vibrant new outdoor space ready to welcome visitors.
Share of Ending Homelessness in Communities Fund available to groups in Ribble Valley
Community groups and charities in the Ribble Valley can apply for a slice of £50m. to help tackle homelessness.
We cannot be dragged into another forever war | Oliver Ryan MP column
American strikes are wrong, the UK must not be dragged in.
Burnley chosen for second-ever LIFT Festival
Burnley has been chosen as the 2026 host for the second LIFT Festival.
Burnley man Scott Bradley from Woodhead Bros receives Meat Master Butcher Accreditation
A Burnley man has been recognised on the national stage after being awarded one of the meat sector industry’s highest honours.
Four fighters from Burnley gym Virtus K1 and Kickboxing win gold at English championships
Three friends, who opened their own kickboxing gym a year ago, are celebrating after four fighters they took to the World Kickboxing Organisation English Championships all won gold.
Burnley teacher living in Bahrain on 'high alert' as war intensifies across Middle East
A Burnley teacher living in Bahrain says she is on high alert but "staying put" as war intensifies across the Middle East.
New CCTV footage released in desperate search for missing 66-year-old man
Samuel Smith's family are 'really worried about him' and police say they are 'very concerned for his welfare'