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Burnley workers strike in pensions dispute

PUBLIC sector workers in Burnley walked out as part of the latest national strike in the pensions dispute.

The cannabis plants found by police at Fairview Road, Burnley. (s)

Burnley cannabis factory found

CANNABIS with an estimated street value of £17,000 has been seized by police in Burnley.

Mayor making Coun. Charlie Bullas

Burnley’s new Mayor ‘putting families first’

HELPING Burnley families is the aim of Burnley’s new Mayor, Coun. Charles Bullas, as he takes over the helm as the town’s first citizen.

The new Mayor of Padiham, Coun. Simon Morley (right) and his consort Phil Riley.

Simon is Padiham Mayor at 26!

“My heart belongs to Padiham.” That simple but heartfelt pledge came from Padiham’s newly-elected Mayor, Coun. Simon Morley, during his installation this week.

The extent of the damage caused by the house fire in Maple Bank.

Burnley candlelight fire drama

A BURNLEY family who lit a candle when their home was hit by a power cut ended up having a lucky escape when fire started in a living room.

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Qasim Ali

Lowerhouse set for battle at Accrington

CHAIRMAN of Lancashire Cricket League champions Lowerhouse Stan Heaton has labelled the weekend’s clash with Accrington as ‘important but not critical’.

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Young Burnley cricketers claim tournament win in dramatic final over

ON Bank Holiday Monday, Burnley Under 11s A won the Euxton cricket tournament.

BRIGHT FUTURE: Cameron Howieson

The World is Burnley youngsters oyster

TALENTED Clarets teenager Cameron Howieson has earned called up by New Zealand for their tour of the United States and 2014 World Cup qualifying round.

PACE ACE: Burnleys Jimmy Anderson, who has been named Englands cricketer of the year

Jimmy Anderson receives top cricket honour

BURNLEY Express Jimmy Anderson has been bestowed with one of the greatest and most prestigious accolades in cricket.

TRANSFER TARGET: Adam Clayton

Burnley boss interested in Clayton and Ward

CLARETS boss Eddie Howe is eager to continue his youthful revolution at Turf Moor by snapping up Leeds midfielder Adam Clayton and Portsmouth utility player Joel Ward.

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PHOTO SLIDESHOW: The Queen visit Turf Moor, home of Burnley FC video

THERE were joyful scenes and a sea of red, white and blue as Turf Moor welcomed the Queen and Prince Philip today.

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Merry Wives of Windsor (s)

Travel Review: Isle of Sark

AS five-year-old Ruaridh and two-year-old Flora patiently practiced their counting skills while climbing up the huge staircase from La Coupee beach – I took the chance to turn back and admire the magnificent view afforded to me.

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Book review: Chocolate Shoes and Wedding Blues by Trisha Ashley

Easing yourself into a Trisha Ashley novel is rather like slipping into a comfortable – but very sparkly – pair of shoes.

Michael Foley

Memorial day for Pendle soldier killed in Afghanistan

A MEMORIAL day will be held on Sunday as a tribute to a Pendle soldier killed on duty in Afghanistan in March.

PERFORMANCE: UcLan performance and theatre students act up in Burnley town centre

Theatre students entertain crowds ahead of Queen’s visit to Burnley

THEATRE students marked the Queen’s visit to Burnley by performing a short street production in the town centre.

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Schoolchildren will entertain crowds at Queen’s visit to Turf Moor

BURNLEY Football Club is pulling out all the stops to ensure the Queen and Prince Philip have a memorable visit to Turf Moor tomorrow.

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Death of ex nurse who was loyal Burnley FC fan

A FORMER nurse who dedicated her life to helping families has died after a long illness at the age of 63.

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FLASHBACK: Fans recall the fateful day their club survived

I WAS living down in Essex and drove up North on the Friday, an absolute nervous wreck - the stark reality that the club that had always been such a big part of my life soon might not exist. I stayed at my ma’s in Fleetwood. Couldn’t focus on anything, just sat and watched TV.

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FLASHBACK: Britton remembers his crucial goal

IT’S difficult to digest the fact that a quarter-of-a-century ago, Burnley Football Club stared possible extinction in its hideous and unwelcoming face.

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Burnley crews tackle kitchen fire

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a house in Burnley this morning after a kettle set alight.

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How Watt Street, Sabden, will look with the new development.

New homes set for Sabden

THE biggest housing development planned for Sabden in decades has been revealed to villagers.

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