England crashed out of Euro 2008 to leave coach Steve McClaren's future in grave danger after Croatian substitute Mladen Petric grabbed a late winner in a 3-2 victory at a stunned Wembley. A Scott Carson howler and slack marking gifted Slaven Bilic's
A FORMER finance officer has claimed bosses at a Christian charity centre sacked her because she did not believe in God. Karen Deighton has launched a legal fight after claiming that she was victimised and bullied by colleagues at Colne Open Door Centre
A 21-YEAR-old woman has died just 16 hours after being diagnosed with leukaemia. Najnin Leacatali was taken to Royal Blackburn Hospital by her brother after months of feeling weak following a cold. Her devastated family were told she had leukaemia at
FALKIRK managing director George Craig insists Burnley will have appointed a "very good manager" in the shape of Owen Coyle. The Clarets' imminent new boss cut his managerial teeth with Falkirk, as co-player-manager alongside John Hughes, and helped
First of all, on behalf of all Clarets supporters, I am excited that Owen Coyle should be on his way to Turf Moor. It's an intriguing move and I'm very happy with it. Brendan Flood said that he wanted a new manager that would capture the imagination
MARK Patterson admitted he was shocked to learn that Owen Coyle made the move in to management but believes Burnley will get a genuinely good guy. The pair played together at Bolton Wanderers during the mid-1990s and Patterson didn't think the Scottish
There is a Macmillan Cancer Support dinner, being held at the Holden Vale Hotel, Holcombe Road, Helmshore on Friday 23rd November at 7.30pm with after dinner speaker Adam Hosker from The Apprentice. Tickets are available from the hotel at £30 for the
OWEN Coyle has been tipped as the next Scottish boss to make it big in English football. The Clarets had an approach for the 41-year-old rejected last night after an offer of compensation was turned down by St Johnstone. But a deal is expected to be
A MAN who is awaiting life-saving surgery after three heart attacks has been left devastated after thieves targeted his garden. And Brendan Devlin, who said the incidetns had affected his health, has called on police to do more to catch the offenders
A COLLEGE is taking steps to become as environmentally friendly as it can be with a range of projects including the planting of oak trees. Staff and students at Accrington and Rossen-dale College have decided to embrace a "greening the college" scheme
BURNLEY is the best-performing town in Lancashire in recent years for reducing teenage pregnancies, latest statistics have shown. Back in 1998, the town had the worst record for gymslip mums in the county, with only Hyndburn and Pendle coming close to
PLANS to turn a taxi office into a car sales office look set to be rejected. Council officers are recommending rejection of the proposal for 15 Clitheroe Road, Brierfield, partly because it is in a conservation area. They say the proposed new fence
FORMER Scotland international Kevin Gallacher believes Owen Coyle is the man to revive Burnley. Gallacher is friends with Coyle and he believes the former Bolton striker can repeat the success he has enjoyed north of the border with St Johnstone at Turf
BRENDAN Flood said he wanted a young up-and-coming manager, preferably from the north. Maybe Perth, in the central belt of Scotland, was further north than everyone anticipated, but there's no denying Owen Coyle fits all the credentials demanded by the
IN a story published on September 6 about the activities of a company called S&B Parking which was then contracted to carry out car parking services on the Lomeshaye Business Village Estate, Nelson, we quoted company owner Matthew Brough as saying he
RoSsendales, a bailiffs and debt collection company, has 40 jobs to fill over the coming months. The company, based at New Hall Hey Road, Rawtenstall, currently employs 130 office-based staff and has 180 field personnel. It has a wide variety of positions
TWO brothers are bidding to conquer Africa's highest mountain to raise money for charity after their niece was born with cerebral palsy. Rory Gallagher, 28, of St George's Avenue, Blackburn, and brother Kevin Gallagher, have already raised £4,000 of
A PARTNERSHIP has been formed to rescue Lower Darwen recreation grounds. The grounds, which comprise a cricket field, a football pitch and a bowling green, have not been well maintained for several years and are becoming unsuitable for sports use. A
A COUPLE who conquered Africa's highest mountain for charity have bagged a British boxing champion for their fundraising dinner. Ricky "The Hitman" Hatton will head up the fundraising evening at Burnley Football Club. Gavin Roper and partner Kelly Love
A woman faced Black-burn magistrates charged with attempting to take a five-year-old Darwen child out of the country without consent. Eloise Jane Edwards, 25, of Willand Close, Bolton, elected Crown Court trial for the alleged offence. Edwards, who
HOMES and businesses were left without power for more than six hours yesterday when would-be thieves damaged a sub-station in Burnley. An attempt was made to break into the sub-station on FInsley Gate, just before 8am but when they could not force their
A LONG-running saga over whether new grit bins can be installed in Brierfield and Reedley could finally be coming to an end. Proposals to provide extra grit bins for the neighbouring provinces have generated a mountain of red tape between local politicians
TRAFFIC "chaos" at the Royal Blackburn Hospital is leaving patients unable to reach their appointments on time. And patients and visitors have claimed that after enduring 20-minute jams on the approach to the new hospital, said they were then waiting
TO SAY I'm surprised that Owen Coyle is expected to get the Burnley job is an understatement. And I think it will come as a huge shock to the Clarets fans as well. There's been loads of names banded about since Steve Cotterill left the club, but I didn't
A MAN who raped two boys and sexually abused a third youngster, has been jailed until he is not longer considered a danger. David Johns was told by a judge that he had carried out a "very serious catalogue of sexual abuse", involving grooming, repeated
MOBILE phones users across Lancashire have been affected after a company which offers cash-back deals went into administration. Trading standards officials have received a number of complaints about Mobile Media Systems Ltd. The firm, based in Nottinghamshire
More than 180 musicians, creative businesses, performers and visual artists gathered at the St Mary Aos Centre in Clitheroe. They shared ideas and enjoyed performances by the John Wickham Trio, Clitheroe Irish Quartet and the Jazz commandos. The
A MAN who makes Christmas magical for thousands of people has cancelled his annual lights extravaganza - because people stopped making charity donations and began complaining. Jack Brunker has pulled the plug on the £10,000-worth of festive lights
A BURNLEY butcher says he managed to convince celebrity chef Gary Rhodes to eat pork pies again. Stephen Berkins, who owns and runs Berkins Butchers, Rosegrove Lane, was happy that the claim to fame earned him second place in the north west region in
Blackburn Rovers have appointed Ginn Europe as the club's official overseas property partner. This will allow supporters, players and corporate partners to benefit from facilities in the USA and Caribbean, offered by the five-star resort and developer
I've always thought you need an armour-plated ego to be a politician. It takes a particular kind of person to willingly submit him or herself regularly to a popularity poll involving the whims of thousands of strangers. And to allow their careers to
Women: Are you guilty of watching too many chick-flicks? Men: Does the whiff of your feet leave a lot to be desired? You'd better watch your step because what you might view as innocent quirks could spell the difference between being happily settled
Police are appealing for witnesses after two men shot at a bus full of passengers with a pellet gun in Pilmuir Road, Blackburn. No damage was caused but police are asking anyone who saw the incident to contact them on 01254 511212. One man is was about
A LAW student stole £5,000 in an eBay scam in a bid to clear his debts - but ruined his chances of ever becoming a solicitor. Asif Ahmed, 34, of Richmond Terrace, Darwen, advertised a range of non-existant electrical items on the auction website
PUPILS at a primary school have become the first in their borough to receive an environment award after helping rejuvenate a local park. Year five and year six children in St Peter's Cof E Primary School, Turncroft Road, Darwen, have been awarded the
As you may or may not know, I have a new project to carry out once each week. 'Vida's Walkabout' is basically my report of what I see and find whilst visiting your town or village. Earlier this month, I came to Foulridge and made my very first video
The Salvation Army Brass Band is to give a concert of Christmas Music in St. Mary's Church, Mellor. It happens on Tuesday 27th November. Tickets cost £3 and include refreshments and are available from Mrs. Hilda Hilton.
: A 39-year-old Rishton man appeared before Blackburn magistrates charged with indecently assaulting a woman who allegedly woke at 2am to find him in her bedroom. Cornelis Derek Budding, of Chapel Street, was sent for trial at Preston Crown Court when
DARWEN experienced the red-carpet glamour at the premiere of the British comedy "Grow Your Own" at the Darwen Library Theatre. The star of the film, Sophie Lee, was thrilled at the positive reception at Monday's event as the film was very well received
The Autumn Fayre of St. Mary's Church, Mellor was opened by parishoners Karen Hart and Pamela Jackson on Saturday, 10th November. Father Christmas put in an early appearance and the total amount raised at the Fayre was over £2000 for church funds.
OWEN Coyle's switch to Burnley has moved a step closer after the Clarets agreed a compensation deal with his current employers St Johnstone. Saints chairman Geoff Brown told the Lancashire Telegraph this afternoon that a deal had been struck and Coyle
A NEW direct train service is being introduced between Colne and Manchester. The service, which will run once a day from Colne to Manchester Victoria in the morning and Manchester to Colne in the evening, will be launched on December 10. Brierfield
PLANS to turn an eyesore canalside mill into 61 apartments and build a further 38 homes on the site are due to go before councillors again. Rowan Ramsey Investments Ltd wants to transform Lob Lane Mill, Clitheroe Road, Brierfield. Brierfield and Reedley
A SPECIAL school that education bosses planned to close has been praised by Government inspectors as "a good school with many strengths". The headteacher of Crosshill Special School said that the glowing Ofsted report made all the efforts of campaigners
POLICE are warning delivery drivers to be vigilant when stopping outside homes or businesses in East Lancashire. A Mercedes Sprinter Van was broken into after it stopped at Rising Bridge Service Station between 11.20am and 11.30am on Monday. The
THE Yorkshire-born landlord of The George pub, in Darwen, has been persuaded to celebrate Lancashire Day! And it's thanks to a feast of activities prepared by Daniel Thwaites Brewery. Landlord Wally Brookes, originally from Halifax, will be joining
Nine vehicles were damaged at Darwen Enterprise Centre, Railway Road, between 5.30pm on Friday and 9.30am on Saturday. Windows were smashed CDs, a jacket and a radio was among the items stolen. If you can help contact police on 0845 1 25 35 45.
Accrington Stanley striker Lee McEvilly has joined Rochdale on loan until January with a view to extend the loan then until the end of the season. McEvilly, 25, fell out-of-favour with Stanley boss John Coleman after failing to score in four starts
UNIONS have slammed Conservative plans to allow parents and charities to set up new schools. Tory leader David Cameron this week announced plans to expand the number of academies in England. The plans focus on almost 32,000 children in deprived areas
ENGLAND expects tonight and Steve McClaren knows the price of failure could well be the sack. After being handed a Euro 2008 lifeline by the Israelis, England must now aim to finish the job off against Croatia at Wembley this evening. If Steven Gerrard
On saturday 24th November, St Michael & All Angels Church, Foulridge, will be holding its annual christmas fair, in the village hall, 11am - 2pm. There will be the usual stalls to purchase your seasonal gifts from, also home cooked lunches & raffle,
A woman has raised £7,000 for Cancer Research in memory of her dad who died of the disease. Darwen woman Sarah Marsden, 29, decided to set up Tri-for-Michael, a triathlon over the weekend of October 20 and 21 in Amsterdam, where she now lives. It comprised
Tickets for Blackburn Rovers' Carling Cup quarter-final clash against Arsenal go on sale next Monday. Season ticket holders will have a week to claim their own seats for the game on December 18.
BURNLEY'S Queen Street Mill and Textile Museum has been named as best tour' in the country. The county council's 19th century tourist attraction in Harle Syke, Burnley, beat off tough competition from other local attractions such as Blackpool Tower,
A description has been issued of a thug who threatened a bus driver with an axe and a hunting knife. The Burnley and Pendle service driver was outside his bus, in Briercliffe Road, Burnley, when a stocky man brandished a knife at him at 5pm on Saturday
TWO men have been arrested in connection with the theft of a number of street and business signs from the Beardwood and Lammack areas of Blackburn. The suspects were arrested on Monday, two weeks after a police appeal for information. The 20-year-old
A NEW £7.5million health centre named after a historic regiment is about to be unveiled. And residents in Hyndburn are being invited to attend the Accrington Pals Health Centre in Paradise Street, Accrington, for preview tours next week. The Accrington
A man who took a swing at his brother missed and hit the man's girlfriend instead, a court was told. Blackburn magistrates heard that the couple were in bed talking when Karl Richard Parkinson burst into the room intent on trouble. Parkinson, 26, of
Tony Slater has spent 14 years creating his dream - a book about leaving home. Aimed at people of all ages - but mainly students - So You're Leaving Home is full of useful information about everything from changing a plug and choosing meat and poultry
A 72-year-old woman had her purse snatched at the junction of Philip Street and Ratcliffe Street, Darwen. The incident happened about 10.30am on Sunday. The thief made off in the direction of Philip Street with the small black leather purse containing
BLACKBURN ROVERS club doctor Phil Batty has given Keith Treacy the go-ahead to resume training tomorrow, even though the winger was sent home early from international duty with a slight hamstring strain. Treacy made his debut for the Republic of Ireland
A NEW £500,000 public park with a sports pitch, cycle-ways and seating has been opened in Hyndburn. The site, off Bradshaw Street, Church, has been transformed with the help of landscaping and tree-planting. The project has been led by the Remade in
A FORMER local radio presenter died as a result of a mystery head injury, an inquest heard. The hearing was told that Philip Edward Scott suffered a cranial bleed despite there not being a fracture to his skull. But medical records showed he was being
IT is important to remember the soldiers who have been killed in wars. Remember Iraq? Not only soldiers die because of bad decisions of politicians. Many innocent people lost their lives. History is one long period of wars with short intervals of peace
IN response to the report (LT, November 17) I feel that I must oppose very strongly the actions and statements in the press of Coun Colin Rigby who appears to be more than willing to support Coun Arif Waghat. Not only should he not be supporting him,
During the last two or three decades there have been a number of significant changes in society but one of the saddest must be the descent of the BBC into an organisation that has lost its way. The Corporation is now trading on its former reputation
WE are all missing a great opportunity to improve our summer festivals for the enjoyment of all communities and also the integration of our societies. We have all enjoyed Blackburn's Arts in the Park and the Mela, first in Corporation Park and latterly
BLACKBURN Rovers today hit back at reports claiming Andre Ooijer has been told he can leave the club on a free transfer next summer. Several media sources in Holland have reported the Dutch international will be allowed to quit Rovers for nothing at
OWEN Coyle is set to become Burnley's new manager in the next 24 hours - barring a complete breakdown in talks with his club St Johnstone over compensation. It is common for football clubs to stall over compensation fees, but history has shown that
A FORTNIGHT ago, if you'd said the name "Janice Dickinson" to me I'd have thought "She's that nasty woman from America's Next Top Model", and not much else. But since ITV dropped her in the jungle, forced her to eat bugs, get covered in slime and be
Blackburn Rovers striker Matt Derbyshire was ruled out of England Under 21's game last night with a slight knock. England earned a creditable 1-1 draw away to Portugal.
AN 80-year-old Blackburn Rovers FA Cup Final programme is expected to fetch to £1,000 when it is auctioned in London today. The programme, which cost just six old pennies, was produced for the Rovers versus Huddersfield Town final on April 21, 1928.
Burnley MP Kitty Ussher has warned of the dangers of rogue travel agents ahead of the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca. Hundreds of people from Burnley and Pendle go on the Hajj pilgrimage to Saudia Arabia. But after becoming aware of a number of horror
Set entirely in the new majority of three Tory Government's Whips Office, Whipping it Up had a six-strong cast with impressive cvs across stage, radio and screen large and small. Richard Wilson plays Victor Meldrew playing Fulton the Government Chief
It seems that Billy Connolly can do no wrong. And now the loveable Scot, affectionately known as The Big Yin, is back with his latest offering to the comedy hall of fame, a superb live DVD called Is It Something I Said. Whether it's hilariously
A MAN has been arrested after he was accused of rape. Initial allegations of assault against a woman in Nelson developed into allegations of rape during police inquiries, and the man was arrested and remains in Burnley police custody awaiting interview
A WOULD-BE burglar wielding a sledgehammer smashed the rear door of a shop in Barrowford. Police were alerted to a suspicious vehicle outside Plunkett's electrical shop in Gisburn Road. A man tried to sledgehammer the rear door of the premises, but
