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Details of huge Lancashire council shake-up due within days - all you need to know
It’s going to be a big week in Lancashire politics.
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Urgent 999 appeal for woman reported missing eight weeks after she was last seen
Kirsty has links to Burnley, Nelson, Brierfield, Blackpool and Bolton
Former Burnley election candidate Ann Widdecombe remembered after death aged 78
Tributes continue to be be paid to former Conservative minister, broadcaster and Reform UK figure Ann Widdecombe following her death aged 78, as police confirmed a man arrested on suspicion of her murder has been released from custody while enquiries continue.
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43 photos from the glory days of Burnley's Pharaohs nightclub
For many people in Burnley, a night out wasn't complete without a trip to Pharaohs.
Lolli Molyneux crowned Rising Star at Pendle Business Awards 2026
A Colne writer and marketing professional has been recognised as one of Pendle's brightest new business talents after winning the Rising Star Award at this year's Pendle Business Awards.
Drug dealer who posted deliveries ordered to pay back £49k despite making £665k
'The outcome demonstrates that crime does not pay', police have said
Padiham honours community stalwarts with Freedom of the Town
Two of Padiham's longest-serving public figures have been awarded the Freedom of the Town in recognition of decades of service to the community.
Burnley police officer took his own life days after being arrested
Derek Woolley worked for British Transport Police investigating fatalities including suicide
Burnley Business Awards 2026: All the winners from the borough's biggest business celebration
Burnley's business community came together in style as the winners of the Burnley Business Awards 2026 were crowned during a glittering ceremony at Towneley Hall.
Johnny Marr Manchester review: ‘Something truly wonderful’
“This is a nice spot for a concert, I think,” Johnny Marr stated at Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl on Thursday, July 9th, as he reflected on how he made the decision to opt out of returning to school to pursue “stuff” at a spot five minutes away from the venue, further underlining how signi...
Business owner slams decision to close road “without any warning”
Businesses have been left in the dark over the road closures.
Burnley College students make lasting impact with life-changing trip to South Africa in collaboration with United Through Sport and RiSE International
Burnley students have returned from a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to South Africa, completing work experience and delivering resources with funds they raised.
Lancashire sex offender wanted by police after failing to appear in court
Jason Collier has links to Burnley and Colne
Police mock Lamborghini driver who 'made Burnley his race track' as supercar seized
'Although the weather is beautiful, it is no excuse for driving a dangerous manner'
Political shake-up across Lancashire in doubt amid Keir Starmer resignation
'I’m just not sure it’s worth it'
Orange Lamborghini seized after driver 'decided to make Burnley his racetrack'
A Lamborghini driver who “decided to make Burnley his racetrack" had their car seized after being caught driving dangerously through the town.
Wet Leg Manchester review: ‘Tight musicianship and effortless swagger’
Wet Leg made their triumphant return to Manchester on Wednesday evening as they performed their biggest-headlining show in the city in front of 8,000 people at Castlefield Bowl.
Where to find the cheapest petrol in Burnley this week
We've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in and around Burnley, according to petrolprices.com
CARES marks 10 years supporting cancer patients across East Lancashire
East Lancashire cancer charity CARES has celebrated its 10th anniversary after raising vital funds and expanding its support for earlier cancer diagnosis and treatment
'Scumbag thief' steals a pair of trainers from Burnley RSPCA charity shop
'In less than an hour after opening we'd already had our first theft of the day'