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Burnley through the years: Fascinating photos of the town's historic buildings
The Lancashire County Council's Red Rose Collection offers a unique glimpse into Burnley's past.
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Four-bedroom detached family home in sought-after Burnley location on the market for £375,000
The four-bedroom detached home on Southern Court is being marketed by E&M Property Solutions.
Police appeal for help to find missing 63-year-old woman Julie Foster in Padiham
Lancashire Police are very concerned about Julie's welfare.
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42 brilliant photos from Burnley’s legendary Pharaohs bar
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Burnley cat rescue hosts its first ever fundraiser
“I think we’re making a massive difference in Burnley.”
Langho Community Bonfire and Fireworks display returns
The community bonfire has been running for four decades.
Burnley Police carry out spot checks on speeding cars in rural areas
Burnley Police have carried out spot checks on vehicles in response to community concerns about speeding cars on country roads and rural locations, with officers stopping multiple vehicles and searching four individuals under the misuse of drugs act.
£10m 'High 5 for Heritage' programme launches to drive regeneration of Burnley’s Civic Quarter
The £10m programme will see improvements to important historic buildings and spaces in the town’s Civic Quarter.
Police release CCTV footage as part of inquiry into theft of charity boxes from Burnley store One Beyond
Police are appealing for information after a burglary at One Beyond, Market Promenade, Burnley, in which four charity boxes were stolen.
Manchester Road works: Lancashire County Council responds to frustration over major Burnley revamp
Lancashire County Council has defended its major Burnley revamp amid claims of 'unbridled chaos' from motorists, traders and local MP Oliver Ryan
The local fight against prostate cancer | Burnley MP Oliver Ryan column
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Firefighters free passenger from car after collision in Nelson's Netherfield Road
Fire crews free passenger from car after road accident.
Rotary clubs donate £4,000 to charities at Ribble Valley Ride
Cyclists pedal their way to raising money for charities.
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Chipping Steam Fair donates £1,500 to Rosemere Cancer Foundation
Cancer charity receives £1,500 donation.
Nelson company Fitzpatrick Fabrications Ltd fined £48,000 after welder suffers crush injury
A Nelson company has been fined after a worker suffered a devastating crush injury in a works accident.
Clitheroe Castle Bonfire returns for 2026 with fresh look and new branding
The Clitheroe Castle Bonfire is back with a fresh new look and preparations are well underway for the huge community event, which raises money to support local causes and charities.
University of Lancashire tops KEF rankings in four areas
University of Lancashire recognised for its outstanding contribution to the local community and economy
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Burnley man completes all 214 Wainwrights on one leg and raises £14,312 for Pendleside Hospice
Joe Maden has completed his challenge to conquer all 214 Wainwrights, raising £14,312 for Pendleside Hospice.
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Student at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School wins commendation in global essay competition
Dawud Islam, a 16-year-old from Nelson, received a certificate of commendation and a £750 scholarship for his essay on psychology in the John Locke Institute global essay competition, which attracted over 100,000 young hopefuls.
Shuttleworth College student keeps promise to late dad with charity fundraiser for Pendleside Hospice
Alfie Hale, a pupil at Padiham’s Shuttleworth College , has been raising thousands of pounds for Pendleside Hospice in memory of his late father Gordon, who spent time at the hospice and was a big BFC fan.