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Working together for taxi safety

Published: Friday 25th May 2012

Pendle Council continues to work with the Police and the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) to ensure that people who use taxis are travelling in safety.

Thank you from Pendle’s outgoing Mayor and Mayoress

Published: Wednesday 23rd May 2012

Last year’s Mayor and Mayoress of Pendle want to say a big thank you to everyone they met during their mayoral year.

Smoking penalty for Nelson man

Published: Tuesday 22nd May 2012

A man from Nelson has been fined £50 for smoking in a public place.

Titanic bandmaster – marking his funeral 100 years on…

Published: Thursday 17th May 2012

Colne in Lancashire will be marking the Titanic bandmaster’s funeral on 18th May 1912, exactly a hundred years to the day, with heritage walks and memorial events.

Pendle gets ready to welcome its new Mayor

Published: Wednesday 16th May 2012

Councillor Asjad Mahmood is all set to become Pendle’s first citizen, as he is 'made' the Mayor of Pendle this week.

Have a quacking time at Valley Gardens Summer Fayre!

Published: Tuesday 15th May 2012

The Valley Gardens Working Group are busy gathering plenty of ducks ahead of this Saturday’s duck race, the grand finale to their annual summer fayre.

Nelson woman fined for playing music too loudly

Bank of audio speakers

Published: Monday 14th May 2012

A woman from Nelson has been fined £100 in court for playing music too loudly in her terraced home.

Dog fouling fine for professional dog walker from Nelson

Published: Friday 11th May 2012

A woman from Nelson who works as a dog walker has been ordered to pay £290 for allowing two dogs in her care to foul.

Another Love Food Hate Waste prize winner!

Published: Thursday 10th May 2012

Well done to Lois Green from Barnoldswick, the latest Love Food Hate Waste winner.

Pendle Witches' flying visit to Manchester!

Published: Tuesday 8th May 2012

The Pendle Witches will be paying a flying visit to Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester on Saturday 12th May between 10am and 4pm.

Bradley residents, tell us how you want your £1million to be spent!

Published: Tuesday 1st May 2012

Anyone who lives in the Bradley area of Nelson is invited to a special meeting on 8th May to discuss how to spend £1million of lottery funding.

Help us catch play area vandals

Published: Tuesday 1st May 2012

Pendle Council is appealing for information following a spate of vandalism in West Craven parks and play areas.

Helping Pendle businesses to recycle

Published: Monday 30th April 2012

Businesses in Pendle now have an easy, reliable and economical way of recycling their waste – through Pendle Council.

Pendle Business Awards 2012 – winners!

Published: Monday 30th April 2012

All of the excitement and determination of the Olympics came to Nelson’s Arts, Culture and Enterprise (ACE) Centre for Pendle Business Awards 2012.

Visitors to Barrowford can use Booths car park from Monday

Published: Friday 27th April 2012

The new Booths car park on Halstead Lane in Barrowford will be available for motorists to use from next Monday, 30th April.

Be ready to use your vote

Published: Thursday 26th April 2012

Pendle Council is encouraging residents to use their votes in next week's elections to the Borough Council.

Take care what you put into your brown bin!

Published: Tuesday 24th April 2012

Take care what you put into your brown bins, pleads Pendle Council’s Waste Management team.

Three more successful dog fouling prosecutions in Pendle

Published: Monday 23rd April 2012

Three Pendle residents must pay out over £500 between them, having been taken to court and fined for dog fouling by Pendle Council.

Next Waterside NAG meeting invites along election candidates

Published: Friday 20th April 2012

Waterside residents are invited to a Waterside Neighbourhood Action Group, or WNAG, meeting on Monday 30th April. It will take place from 7pm to 8.30pm in the Lesser Muni in Albert Road, Colne.

How to keep your postal vote safe

Published: Friday 20th April 2012

Pendle Council’s elections team has some advice on how to keep your postal vote safe, now that we have started posting them out to residents who requested them.

Titanic: Heartbeat actor in final bid for bandmaster’s last letter

Published: Thursday 19th April 2012

The bidding war started today in the US for Titanic bandmaster Wallace Hartley’s last letter home.

New rules for street traders

Published: Thursday 19th April 2012

Pendle Council is urging street traders to get in touch after it introduced changes to its Street Trading Policy.

Nelson Town Centre is award-winning!

Published: Wednesday 18th April 2012

The new look Nelson Town Centre has won a prestigious national award.

The Mayor of Pendle invites you on a tour of Nelson Town Hall

Published: Tuesday 17th April 2012

His Worship the Mayor of Pendle, Councillor Nadeem Ahmed, invites you to join him on a guided tour of Nelson Town Hall.

Pendle Witches on TV!

Published: Friday 13th April 2012

The Pendle Witches Festival, marking the 400th anniversary of the Pendle Witch Trials of 1612 will reach seven million viewers on TV!

Less than a week to go in bid for Titanic bandmaster's last letter home

Published: Friday 13th April 2012

The Titanic in Lancashire Museum's efforts to raise money to bid for the brave bandmaster’s last letter home have already raised over £4,500 in a few days.

Musician who played Titanic bandmaster plays in memorial concert on Sunday 15th.

Published: Thursday 12th April 2012

The musician who played bandmaster Wallace Hartley in the Hollywood blockbuster Titanic will perform in Colne this weekend.

Food safety for 11 local job hunters

Published: Thursday 12th April 2012

Eleven unemployed Pendle people are taking part in a one-day food hygiene course which could help them get a job in the catering industry.

20 FREE places available for environmental charity trip

Published: Wednesday 11th April 2012

If you’re interested in all things green then Pendle Council is offering you an opportunity not to be missed!

Dog owners, keep tags on your four-legged friend!

Published: Tuesday 10th April 2012

Our Dog Wardens are reminding dog owners of the importance of putting a collar and tag on their pets.

Thanks for your input into recent scrutiny reviews

Published: Thursday 5th April 2012

A big thank you from our Scrutiny Manager to everyone who gave their views in two recent scrutiny reviews.

The carpet’s ready to be rolled out for Pendle Business Awards 2012

Published: Wednesday 4th April 2012

The judges have visited all of the Pendle companies shortlisted for the prestigious Pendle Business Awards 2012. And they’ve decided who’ll take the title in each category.

Make sure you’re on the register now!

Published: Wednesday 4th April 2012

Pendle Council is reminding residents to check they are on the electoral register ahead of next month’s elections.

Help us bring Wallace Hartley’s last letter home to Colne

Published: Tuesday 3rd April 2012

Pendle Council is supporting a campaign to bring home to Colne the last letter written by heroic Titanic bandmaster Wallace Hartley.

Your bins will be collected over the bank holidays!

Published: Tuesday 3rd April 2012

Refuse and recycling collections in Pendle will continue as normal over the Easter bank holidays.

Colne diners make global stand against climate change

Published: Monday 2nd April 2012

Diners at Jim’s Vegetarian Restaurant in Colne were part of a global phenomenon on Saturday night.

Community reporters ready for action

Published: Monday 2nd April 2012

A team of community reporters is getting ready for action. This is thanks to a new scheme designed to encourage people to share news about their neighbourhoods.

Colin Patten gears up for retirement

Published: Thursday 29th March 2012

As he prepares to retire at the end of this month, Parks & Recreation Services Manager Colin Patten wants to thank all the people who have helped make a difference to Pendle’s parks over the years.

Having a ball at Ball Grove!

Published: Thursday 29th March 2012

Children who visit Ball Grove park in Trawden now have an improved play area in which to burn off some energy.

Nelson bids for Mary Portas funding

Published: Tuesday 27th March 2012

Nelson's businesses, Nelson and Colne College and Pendle Council have teamed up to bid to become a Portas Pilot.

Request your postal and proxy votes now

Published: Monday 26th March 2012

If you’re unable to vote in person at a polling station on Thursday May 3rd, now’s the time to request your postal or proxy vote.

Jequirity Bean Bracelet

Published: Monday 26th March 2012

An alert has been received by both the Schools Health and Safety and Children and Young Persons Asset Teams regarding bracelets that my have been recently purchased.

Tesco planning application deferred

Published: Tuesday 20th March 2012

At last night’s West Craven Committee meeting (Monday March 19th) councillors deferred the decision on whether to grant planning permission for a food store in Barnoldswick.

Pendle Council now owns Brierfield Mill

Published: Monday 19th March 2012

Pendle Council is delighted to announce that it now owns Brierfield Mill thanks to a grant from the Government’s Homes and Communities Agency.

Keep Pendle clean and tidy

Published: Monday 19th March 2012

That’s the message from Pendle Council’s Waste Management services – and it’s emblazoned on the newest additions to its fleet of refuse and recycling vehicles.

Race to find all Titanic’s Lancashire connections

Published: Thursday 15th March 2012

Curator of the Titanic in Lancashire Museum, Nigel Hampson and his team of volunteers are in a race against time.

No Smoking Day tugs at Michelle’s heart strings

Published: Wednesday 14th March 2012

Michelle Delaney decided she loves her heart so much she gave up smoking on Valentine's Day.

Pendle Witches Festival 2012 Programme takes off!

Published: Monday 12th March 2012

An exciting programme of events to bring to life the history of The Pendle Witches is being launched on Friday 16th March at 12 Noon near Pendle Hill.

Environmental Crime Team appeal for information to catch litter offender

Published: Thursday 8th March 2012

Have you got any information on someone persistently littering the Calf Hall Lane area of Barnoldswick?

Make sure you’re on the electoral register

Published: Tuesday 6th March 2012

Pendle Council is reminding residents to check they are on the electoral register ahead of the elections in May.

£1million Lottery Win for Bradley, Nelson

Published: Friday 2nd March 2012

There’s big news for Bradley today as the Big Lottery Fund announces £1 million of funding for the Nelson neighbourhood.

Waterside Neighbourhood Action Group meeting – 5th March

Published: Thursday 1st March 2012

The next Waterside Neighbourhood Action Group meeting takes place on Monday 5th March at 6.45pm at Colne’s Lesser Muni (part of the Colne Muni).

Pendle Business Awards – shortlist announced!

Published: Tuesday 28th February 2012

The shortlist for Pendle’s prestigious Business Awards 2012 has been announced!

Our savings challenge – here’s what you said

Published: Tuesday 28th February 2012

Pendle Council, like many local authorities, is facing an unprecedented challenge in overcoming a funding shortfall while working to maintain vital services for residents.

100th birthday luncheon for Brierfield woman

Published: Monday 27th February 2012

A Brierfield woman who regularly attends Brierfield luncheon club is being served up an extra special treat for her 100th birthday today.

Pendle Council agrees to no increase in Council Tax for fifth year running

Published: Friday 24th February 2012

Councillors at last night's Special Budget meeting agreed to no increase to Pendle’s Council Tax.

Cotton to Lancashire – a Fairtrade trip from Mali to Nelson

Published: Friday 24th February 2012

Massatoma Mounkoro, who represents 73 village co-operatives in Mali, is coming to Pendle this month on a Fairtrade mission.

Colne couple prosecuted for two separate dog fouling offences

Published: Thursday 23rd February 2012

A couple from Colne have been ordered to pay £370 for allowing their dogs to foul public places.

Birkett’s celebrates 65 years in Colne Market!

Published: Wednesday 22nd February 2012

A long-standing family run business in Colne Market has celebrated 65 years of trading.

Pendle Business Awards – great number of entries!

Published: Monday 20th February 2012

The closing date for entries to Pendle Business Awards 2012 - one of Lancashire's most prestigious events - has now passed.

Looking for love? Don’t be caught out by on-line romance fraudsters

Published: Monday 13th February 2012

Deaf residents looking for love this Valentine's Day are being urged to be on their guard against romance fraudsters trawling the net for victims.

Do you miss the electronic bus and rail information boards?

Published: Monday 13th February 2012

Bus and rail users are being asked whether they miss the electronic information boards at Nelson Interchange through a Pendle Council opinion poll.

The Mayor of Pendle invites you on a tour of Nelson Town Hall

Published: Friday 10th February 2012

His Worship the Mayor of Pendle, Councillor Nadeem Ahmed, invites you to join him on a guided tour of Nelson Town Hall.

Weighing in to collect Love Food Hate Waste prizes

Published: Friday 10th February 2012

People across Pendle now have the tools to help them waste less food, following a series of roadshows last month.

Lend a helping hand to your neighbours

Published: Thursday 9th February 2012

With widespread frosts, ice and a further risk of snow forecast for the next few weeks, Pendle Council is reminding local people to be good neighbours and help those less able.

Pendle Community Network snaps up ACE office space

Published: Wednesday 8th February 2012

Nelson’s newest Enterprise Centre, which provides state-of-the-art offices in the heart of the town, is the new home for Pendle Community Network (PCN).

Pendle Council supports Community Payback scheme

Published: Monday 6th February 2012

Pendle Council is working with Lancashire Probation Trust to supervise community payback work in the borough.

Lewis wins colouring competition!

Published: Friday 3rd February 2012

A Nelson youngster’s artistic flair landed him tickets for this year’s Muni panto in Colne.

Free insulation available to thousands of Pendle homes

Published: Thursday 2nd February 2012

If you live in a cold house, Pendle Council may be able to help. Loft Insulation is free to many people.

Dog fouling fine for Nelson man

Published: Wednesday 1st February 2012

A man from Nelson has been ordered to pay £115 for allowing his dog to foul. Liam Darcy, aged 44, of Fir Street appeared in Reedley Magistrates’ Court last Thursday, 26 January.

Pendle Business Awards 2012 - get your entries in now!

Published: Monday 30th January 2012

Pendle’s innovative companies which have something to shout about are being urged to get their entries in for Pendle Business Awards 2012.

Lend a helping hand to your neighbours

Published: Monday 30th January 2012

With widespread frosts and an increased risk of snow forecast for the next few weeks, Pendle Council is reminding local people to be good neighbours and help those less able.

Pick up your pooch's poo in our parks!

Published: Wednesday 25th January 2012

Dog owners, please remember you're responsible for picking up your pets' poo.

The Mayor of Pendle's 'Going for Gold' with this year's Charity Ball

Published: Monday 23rd January 2012

The Mayor of Pendle’s Olympic 'Going for Gold' Charity Ball on Friday 2nd March is set to be a wonderful evening of entertainment.

First, second AND third time lucky for Pendle Council's Planning team!

Published: Monday 23rd January 2012

Pendle Council has scored a hat-trick – winning its third award from the Royal Town Planning Institute.

Retailers, make the most of your window displays!

Published: Friday 20th January 2012

Pendle retail businesses have the chance to attend a free workshop on making the most of their shop window displays.

Tell Us Once when someone dies

Published: Thursday 19th January 2012

A new service in Pendle is set to help people with notifying the necessary organisations when someone has died.

You can now report anti-social behaviour 24/7!

Published: Wednesday 11th January 2012

If you’re concerned about anti-social behaviour in your area, there’s a new way of reporting it to Pendle Council 24 hours a day.

Let’s all waste less food in 2012

Published: Monday 9th January 2012

Waste less food – that’s the message from Pendle Council this new year. They're joining forces with the national Love Food Hate Waste campaign to encourage residents to throw away less usable food.

Anti theft apps to fight crime in East Lancashire

Published: Monday 9th January 2012

Police are urging people, who have been given high tech gadgets this Christmas, to help them fight crime by using the latest tracking technology.

Pendle Witches turn to stone! Work starts on new sculpture trail

Published: Friday 6th January 2012

Work is getting underway for an imaginative new sculpture trail in Aitken Wood, Barley, beneath Pendle Hill, near the Lancashire town of Nelson.

Competition to name Titanic concerto in honour of Colne's bandmaster

Published: Thursday 5th January 2012

People with an interest in the Titanic are being offered a unique opportunity to name a concerto composed for the Titanic centenary in 2012.

Room for improvement?

Published: Thursday 5th January 2012

People in Pendle are invited to suggest the local issues and services which they think the Council should look at in detail.

Pendle Business Awards – going live!

Published: Tuesday 3rd January 2012

Application forms for the prestigious Pendle Business Awards 2012 are almost live!

Small housing development for Bunkers Hill

Published: Friday 23rd December 2011

Areas of land on Bunkers Hill near Primet Bridge, Colne could be developed for 30 new homes.

Thank you for recycling your paper and cardboard!

Published: Thursday 22nd December 2011

Thank you to everyone in Pendle who's been recycling their paper and cardboard together.

Surprise 100th birthday luncheon for Colne woman

Published: Thursday 22nd December 2011

A Trawden luncheon club run by Pendle Council served up a very special Christmas lunch for one Colne resident on Wednesday 21st December.

Pendle Council is efficient and cost effective – that’s official!

Published: Monday 19th December 2011

Pendle Council provides good value for money according to the Government’s independent watchdog, the Audit Commission.

Love food, hate waste this Christmas

Published: Monday 19th December 2011

Pendle Council is supporting the national Love Food Hate Waste campaign this Christmas, and is encouraging residents to do the same.

Dog wardens say don't get a dog for the wrong reasons this Christmas!

Published: Friday 16th December 2011

Pendle Council's Dog Wardens are asking people to think carefully before buying dogs as Christmas presents.

Get home safely this Christmas

Published: Thursday 15th December 2011

Pendle Council is urging local people not to risk their safety over the festive period by using hackney carriages (taxis) or private hire vehicles that are unlicensed.

If you're barred don’t try to come in!

Published: Thursday 15th December 2011

If you're barred from Pendle's pubs and clubs, don't try to come in!

Brierfield and Reedley Action Group - a cracker for local people who want to get involved in their community!

Published: Thursday 15th December 2011

Brierfield and Reedley Action Group is holding a Christmas-cracker of a meeting and want as many local residents as possible to come along.

Help onto the housing ladder – new scheme proposed for Pendle

Published: Wednesday 14th December 2011

Are you a first time buyer who’s struggling to get a toe-hold on the housing ladder?

Pendle Leisure Trust - Get Active Pass Scheme

Published: Wednesday 14th December 2011

Pendle Leisure Trust's popular 'Recreation Passport’ will be discussed at tonight's Council Executive Meeting.

New lease of life for Shackleton Hall

Published: Wednesday 14th December 2011

A historic building in the heart of Colne has had a fresh lease of life thanks to PEARL2 - a pioneering partnership between Pendle Council and Barnfield Investment Properties.

Meeting our priorities and balancing our books

Published: Monday 12th December 2011

Pendle Council's Executive will consider its Capital Programme and Revenue Budget for the next financial year (2012/13).

11 children taken to safety in police operation

Published: Monday 12th December 2011

A 13-year-old was amongst 11 children taken to a safe place following a police operation in Pendle last weekend.

Council’s Communications Team wins national Plain English award

Published: Friday 9th December 2011

Pendle Council’s Communications team is “chuffed to bits” about winning an award in this year’s national Plain English Campaign awards.

Get in a spin for new Colne play area!

Published: Thursday 8th December 2011

Children living in the Hawley Street area of Colne can look forward to many happy playtimes on their new play area.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas - at Nelson and Colne markets!

Published: Wednesday 7th December 2011

Ho, ho, ho! Father Christmas will be spreading the festive cheer in Nelson and Colne market halls each Saturday between now and Christmas.

Pendle Council lobbies minister for improved grant

Published: Wednesday 7th December 2011

Pendle Council's Leader and Chief Executive met with Communities and Local Government Minister Bob Neill MP to lobby for an improved grant.

Eating out over the festive period

Published: Tuesday 6th December 2011

For the first time ever, Pendle residents can check out a food business’ hygiene standards before deciding where to eat or shop.

Come and make a festive wreath in Nelson’s Victoria Park

Published: Monday 5th December 2011

The Friends of Victoria Park invite you to join them in a festive wreath making workshop.

Primary school children’s designs on a cleaner park

Published: Friday 2nd December 2011

Posters designed by local schoolchildren are welcoming people to Marsden Park, thanking them for keeping it free of dog waste.

"Make Your Night Last" this Christmas says Safer Lancashire Partnership

Published: Friday 2nd December 2011

The Christmas season is a chance to socialise most nights of the week for people in Lancashire.

Police target car crime hot spots with crime prevention advice.

Published: Thursday 1st December 2011

Police will be targeting areas hit by thieves as part of a drive to reduce car crime in the run up to Christmas.

£1.4 million to continue housing projects in Pendle

Published: Tuesday 29th November 2011

Pendle Council has welcomed the news that it has been given £1.4 million of transitional Housing Market Renewal (HMR) funding.

New housing planned for Holden Road clearance site

Published: Tuesday 29th November 2011

Plans have been unveiled for the redevelopment of the cleared site off Holden Road in Brierfield.

Your views needed on Pendle Leisure Trust's arts and entertainment

Published: Tuesday 29th November 2011

A Pendle Council Scrutiny Panel wants to know what you think about Pendle Leisure Trust's arts, entertainment and catering venues.

Pendle’s prestigious Business Awards are back!

Published: Monday 28th November 2011

Pendle's Business Awards are back – here’s your chance to get your business in the spotlight!

Strike action affects Pendle Council services

Published: Monday 28th November 2011

Pendle Council services will be affected on Wednesday 30 November due to national strike action over proposed changes to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Many staff are members of local government unions Unison and GMB and will be on strike.

Leak closes large pool at Pendle Leisure Centre

Published: Thursday 24th November 2011

Due to a leak, the large pool at Pendle Leisure Centre is staying closed until further notice.

Flat cap salute to Lancashire Day

Published: Tuesday 22nd November 2011

Nelson's Scotland Road traders have lots to offer for Lancashire Day on Saturday 26th November. There'll also be free entertainment with live music and the amazing Granny Turismo.

Look out for your new refuse and recycling calendar

Published: Friday 18th November 2011

Pendle Council is asking residents to look out for their new refuse and recycling calendar landing on their doormats from this week.

Christmas message to Pendle blood donors

Published: Wednesday 16th November 2011

People across Nelson are being urged to show some festive spirit by giving blood this December.

Alcohol Awareness Week – here's what’s happening in Pendle

Published: Monday 14th November 2011

Residents are being urged to think about the impact of alcohol on their lives as well as the wider community during Alcohol Awareness Week (14th – 20th November).

Committed to improving our trade waste and recycling collections

Published: Wednesday 9th November 2011

Pendle Council's Executive Councillors will endorse the Council’s commitment to trade waste and recycling at their meeting on Thursday 17th November.

Start up grant makes all the difference to Colne cafe

Published: Tuesday 8th November 2011

A Colne café and sandwich shop has got off to a sizzling start thanks to a £2,000 grant from Pendle Council.

Come along and have your say!

Published: Monday 7th November 2011

Colne residents are invited to a NAG, (Neighbourhood Action Group), meeting in Waterside on Monday 7th November.

Remembering our war heroes on 11th November

Published: Monday 7th November 2011

People in Pendle are invited to pay their respects to those who lost their lives in past wars by taking part in a two minute silence on Remembrance Day, Friday 11th November.

Campaign to reduce infant deaths up for prestigious award

Published: Monday 7th November 2011

A new hard-hitting campaign to reduce infant deaths in Pendle has been shortlisted for an award.

The Mayor of Pendle invites you on a tour of Nelson Town Hall

Published: Monday 7th November 2011

His Worship the Mayor of Pendle, Councillor Nadeem Ahmed, invites you to join him on a guided tour of Nelson Town Hall.

Stay safe on Bonfire Night

Published: Wednesday 2nd November 2011

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service is offering safety advice in the run-up to Bonfire Night.

Get Active – discounted entry to Pendle's Leisure facilities

Published: Tuesday 1st November 2011

Pendle Council has joined forces with Pendle Leisure Trust to re-launch the popular 'Recreation Passport'.

Tackling drugs and alcohol in Pendle

Published: Monday 31st October 2011

Eight local projects have been awarded a total of £40,000 to promote responsible drinking and reduce harm caused by drugs.

Aidan says Mix It Together!

Published: Thursday 27th October 2011

From next week Pendle residents no longer need to separate their paper and cardboard when putting it out for recycling.

Get your tickets for the Mayor’s 'A Bit Of A Do'

Published: Tuesday 25th October 2011

The Mayor of Pendle is inviting older people from across the Borough to the annual Christmas knees-up at Colne Muni.

'Old Skool Massive' joins fight against anti-social behaviour

Published: Monday 24th October 2011

Meet the 'Old Skool Massive' – the Safer Lancashire partnership's latest tactic in the fight against anti-social behaviour.

Council to help would-be residents as Albert Street homes go on sale

Published: Monday 24th October 2011

Interested in buying a heritage terraced house on the outside with eco friendly 21st century style on the inside?

Show your support for Queen Elizabeth II playing field in Reedley

Published: Thursday 20th October 2011

Residents from Pendle and beyond are encouraged to show their support for the site in Reedley that will become the Queen Elizabeth II playing field in 2012.

A Titanic Festival for Pendle and Lancashire

Published: Thursday 20th October 2011

Pendle is getting events underway for a Titanic Festival in 2012 to mark the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the legendary ship.

Pendle Council's Income Review

Published: Tuesday 18th October 2011

Councillors are to consider proposed changes to Pendle Council's fees and charges at its next Executive (October 20th).

Come and get spooked in Victoria Park!

Published: Tuesday 18th October 2011

The Friends of Victoria Park invite you and your family to join them in a Spooky Affair in the park this half term.

A third Gold Footprint Award for our Dog Welfare Team

RSPCA Logo

Published: Tuesday 18th October 2011

Pendle Council's Dog Wardens are celebrating picking up an RSPCA award for the third year running.

Scrutiny Review of Pendle Leisure Trust's Sporting Facilities

Rugby Ball

Published: Thursday 13th October 2011

Did you take part in the recent survey about Pendle Leisure Trust's sporting facilities? You can read the Scrutiny Team's report online now!

Join the line-up for Nelson's next big event!

Published: Tuesday 11th October 2011

Nelson town centre is bracing itself for its next big event – a celebration of Lancashire Day and the Nelson Christmas lights switch-on!

Food waste recycling collections suspended

Published: Monday 10th October 2011

Collections of food waste from 7,000 homes across Pendle will end later this month.

How we've spent your money

Published: Friday 7th October 2011

Pendle Council's accounts have been given a clean bill of health!

Mix your paper and cardboard together for recycling

Published: Tuesday 4th October 2011

From 31st October Pendle residents no longer need to separate their paper and cardboard for recycling.

People 50+ welcome to Older People’s Celebration Day

Published: Wednesday 21st September 2011

Entertainment and advice for people in Pendle aged 50 and over on Weds 5 Oct 2pm - 4pm at Colne Muni. A free event to celebrate national Older People's Day.

Barrowford man prosecuted for allowing dog to foul in public woodland

Published: Tuesday 20th September 2011

A man from Barrowford has been prosecuted for dog fouling and must now pay over £300 in fines.

Tourism awards: will the Pendle five win?

Published: Tuesday 20th September 2011

Pendle is up for five awards at the Lancashire and Blackpool Tourism Awards 2011/12 this week.

You 'can' now recycle cans and plastic bottles together across Pendle

Published: Tuesday 13th September 2011

Eight new recycling banks across Pendle are making it easier for residents to recycle their plastic bottles and food and drinks cans together.

Come and exercise in Victoria Park!

Published: Monday 12th September 2011

Giving Pendle park users a helping hand to increase their activity and get healthy is a new walking trail around a popular Nelson Park.

Another successful Pendle Walking Festival – despite the rain!

Published: Monday 12th September 2011

Hundreds of walkers braved the wet weather last week to enjoy the eighth Pendle Walking Festival.

Recycling past and present explored in Earby exhibition

Published: Friday 9th September 2011

If you’re interested in learning about recycling from the 19th century to the present day, pay a visit to the Earby and District Local History Society's exhibition between 17th and 24th September.

Heritage Open Days in Pendle

Published: Wednesday 7th September 2011

For four days in September visitors to Pendle will have the chance to see the cells at Nelson Town Hall, walk in the footsteps of the Pendle witches and learn more about lead mining in Earby.

Don't forget to register to vote

Published: Tuesday 6th September 2011

Pendle Council is reminding residents that they must return their voter registration forms.

Pendle Walking Festival launches Colne's Walkers Are Welcome status

Published: Tuesday 6th September 2011

Colne's status as Lancashire's first Walkers Are Welcome town will be officially celebrated on Saturday 10th September with two free guided walks.

The Mayor of Pendle invites you on a tour of Nelson Town Hall

Published: Wednesday 24th August 2011

His Worship the Mayor of Pendle, Councillor Nadeem Ahmed, invites you to join him on a guided tour of Nelson Town Hall.

The Nelson Shuttle's been launched!

Published: Tuesday 23rd August 2011

Thanks to everyone who came to Nelson town centre on Saturday, 20th August, to celebrate the opening of the new town centre and 'launch' the Nelson Shuttle.

Best foot forward for the 8th annual Pendle Walking Festival

Published: Tuesday 23rd August 2011

Walkers across the UK will be getting out their walking boots in preparation for this year’s Pendle Walking Festival in September.

What a view from Quaker Heights!

Published: Monday 22nd August 2011

Progress on transforming the derelict Lob Lane Mill into stunning state-of-the-art houses is set to be unveiled.

Befriend the bugs in Marsden Park

Published: Sunday 21st August 2011

The Friends of Marsden Park invite you to discover the bugs that live there on Saturday 27th August.

Don't lose your right to vote!

Published: Tuesday 16th August 2011

Canvassers working for Pendle Council are currently delivering electoral registration forms to homes across Pendle.

Come and see us! STAN the van is out and about

Published: Tuesday 16th August 2011

STAN, the bright yellow customer services van, is travelling around Pendle next week.

Finishing touches to Nelson before big re-opening

Published: Tuesday 16th August 2011

Final work and finishing touches to Nelson town centre are underway with just a few days to go before the big re-opening event on Saturday (20 August.)

BBC Radio 4's Any Questions comes to Nelson

Published: Monday 15th August 2011

The political and current affairs programme, BBC Radio 4’s Any Questions, is coming to The ACE Centre in Nelson, on Friday night.

Food safety success for 12 local job hunters

Published: Thursday 11th August 2011

12 unemployed Pendle people have taken part in a one-day course which could help them get a job in the catering industry.

Barnoldswick property landlord fined

Published: Thursday 11th August 2011

A Pendle landlord has been prosecuted by Pendle Council for failing to comply with Notices served under the 2004 Housing Act.

Hop on board! STAN the van to visit Nelson’s Morrisons this Monday

Published: Wednesday 10th August 2011

If you’re in Nelson next Monday (15th August), look out for STAN, the bright yellow customer services van.

Hefty fines for Pendle men found guilty of environmental crimes

Published: Tuesday 2nd August 2011

Three men from Pendle have been prosecuted for environmental crimes, and now have to pay £1,305 between them.

Put your old catalogues in your green recycling box

Published: Tuesday 2nd August 2011

As many new season catalogues are now coming out, don’t forget to recycle your old ones, advises Pendle Council.

International youth event a big success

Published: Friday 29th July 2011

Five young people from Pendle represented the UK at an international youth event in Morocco designed to improve international understanding.

Help catch metal thieves!

Published: Friday 29th July 2011

Lancashire County Council is urging people to report thefts of metal grids after scores have been stolen in recent weeks.

Anti-social behaviour falls by 10 per cent across Lancashire

Published: Friday 29th July 2011

Anti-social behaviour has fallen by 10 per cent across the county according to national statistics.

Colne becomes first Lancashire town to win Walkers Are Welcome status

Published: Thursday 21st July 2011

Colne has been successful in achieving the status of accredited membership of the National Network of Walkers are Welcome Towns.

STAN invites you to be a friend of the parks

Published: Thursday 21st July 2011

STAN the Van will be in parks across Pendle this summer to promote the Friends of Parks groups and help recruit new members.

Nuisance house closed down after residents complain

Published: Thursday 21st July 2011

A house in Nelson, which has been at the centre of serious nuisance and disorder, has been closed down.

Be our friend or follower!

Published: Thursday 21st July 2011

Are you a Facebook friend of Pendle Council? Or do you follow us on Twitter? If not, you could be missing out on a great way of communicating with us and hearing about Council news and events.

Nelson's Monopoly inspired board gets underway!

Published: Tuesday 19th July 2011

Nelson will be transformed when unusual and colourful vehicles come to the town centre to celebrate the re-opening of its high street.

Come and join in the fun!

Published: Tuesday 19th July 2011

There’ll be fun for all the family on Woodlands Road in Nelson on Saturday 30th July.

Statement from the PLACE Joint Committee meeting

Published: Thursday 14th July 2011

Pennine Lancashire could benefit from around £40 million of funding after a number of bids were submitted for the sub-region.

Dog fouling prosecution for Colne man

Published: Thursday 14th July 2011

A Colne man who allowed his dog to foul on his front street has been ordered to pay £260. The case of Stephen Coffey was heard in Reedley Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 7th July.

Pendle's crime remains low - here's how we'll keep it that way!

Published: Wednesday 13th July 2011

Keeping residents safe is top priority for Pendle's Community Safety Partnership.

On the move and active – a new leisure strategy for Pendle

Published: Monday 11th July 2011

People will have more chance to enjoy active leisure activities in Pendle if a new strategy is approved by Pendle Council’s Executive on 21 July.

Possible scheme to help home buyers and cut number of empty homes

Published: Friday 8th July 2011

A new scheme to reduce the number of empty homes and help people wanting to buy a house will be debated at the Executive meeting on 21 July.

Gearing up for Pendle’s eighth Colne Grand Prix

Published: Thursday 7th July 2011

Local people can experience the thrills and spills of street racing at Colne Grand Prix on Wednesday 13 July.

A blooming good walk!

Published: Wednesday 6th July 2011

Colne in Bloom volunteers are inviting residents of Colne to join them on a walk through the town following the judges’ route.

Changes agreed to short and long stay parking in Nelson town centre

Published: Tuesday 5th July 2011

With just over six weeks to go until the revamped Nelson town centre is officially unveiled, Nelson Area Committee has agreed changes to long and short stay parking.

Public urged to have their say on future of Pendle's police premises

Published: Tuesday 5th July 2011

A public consultation which could help determine the future of police premises across the county has begun.

Nelson's art car parade fanfares re-opening of high street

Published: Tuesday 5th July 2011

Nelson will be transformed when unusual and colourful vehicles come to the town centre to fanfare the re-opening of the high street!

Pendle children learn to stay safe

Published: Monday 4th July 2011

The effects of alcohol, road safety, the risks of cycling, the dangers of starting deliberate fires and accidents in the home were on the agenda at a recent Streetwise event for children in Pendle.

Reviewing places to vote in Pendle

Published: Thursday 30th June 2011

Pendle Council is looking at the places where you can go to vote in elections.

Dog fouling prosecution for Barnoldswick man

Published: Thursday 30th June 2011

A Barnoldswick man who allowed his dog to foul in a public park has been ordered to pay £185.

Pendle Council publishes Food Hygiene Ratings

Published: Friday 24th June 2011

Customers in Pendle can eat more safely thanks to the Food Hygiene Ratings being published by the Council on a national website.

Want to set up a business? Start up grants now available!

Published: Thursday 23rd June 2011

Do you live in Pendle or want to set up your own business here?

Grab yourself a duck for Valley Gardens Summer Fayre!

Published: Thursday 23rd June 2011

The Valley Gardens Working Group is busy selling ducks for the race in this year's Summer Fayre on Saturday 25th June.

Get in the Saddle for Bike Week!

Published: Thursday 16th June 2011

Team Green Britain Bike Week – a national celebration of cycling - is taking place between the 18th - 26th June nationwide.

Continuing to provide luncheon clubs despite funding pressures

Published: Wednesday 15th June 2011

Changes to Pendle Council provided luncheon clubs in community venues will be discussed when the Executive meets on Thursday 23rd June.

Bogus collector steals textiles from outside Pendle homes

Published: Tuesday 14th June 2011

Someone is stealing textiles put out for collection outside homes across Pendle, warns Pendle Council.

Don’t give fire a home

Published: Tuesday 14th June 2011

Pendle residents are being urged to avoid fires in the home by taking part in a free training course.

Carr Road Closure - Nelson

Published: Monday 13th June 2011

Carr Road will be closed from 6pm until midnight between Monday 13th June - Wednesday the 15th June 2011 to allow alterations and resurfacing to the Carr Road junction with Manchester Road.

Nelson woman fined for dropping cigarette end in Nelson

Published: Tuesday 7th June 2011

A woman from Nelson has been ordered to pay £260 for dropping a cigarette end in Nelson town centre.

Nelson’s shuttle shaping up before launch date!

Published: Monday 6th June 2011

Children from Whitefield Primary School, Nelson made a flying visit to see the Shuttle on Thursday 9th June.

Street traders required to apply for Street Trading Consent

Published: Thursday 2nd June 2011

If you trade your wares on the streets of Brierfield and Nelson, you need to apply for Street Trading Consent now.

Award for Pendle Council’s Landscape Maintenance team

Rugby Ball

Published: Wednesday 1st June 2011

Pendle Council’s Landscape Maintenance team has grounds for celebration after picking up an award for the condition of the rugby pitches at Hodge House, Nelson.

How clean are your car’s emissions? FREE testing for Pendle drivers

Published: Tuesday 31st May 2011

“Pendle drivers can find out for free how clean their exhaust emissions are and how they can drive better to help the environment and save money,” announced Councillor James Starkie.

Dog fouling prosecution for Barnoldswick man who refused to give his details

Published: Tuesday 31st May 2011

A Barnoldswick man who allowed his dog to foul and who then refused to give his details to Pendle Council staff has been ordered to pay £175.

Track down ‘treasure’ in Pendle

Published: Saturday 28th May 2011

Get on the Pendle Treasure Trail and win a weekend break at the Oaks Hotel in Reedley!

The making of a new Mayor of Pendle

Published: Wednesday 18th May 2011

The annual Pendle Council meeting and Mayor-making ceremony took place on Thursday, 19th May.

New faces and more choice on Colne Market

Published: Friday 13th May 2011

Colne Market has seen a surge of new businesses in recent months with a number of young entrepreneurs starting up their first business – could you be the next?

Kids get crafty in Victoria Park!

Published: Thursday 12th May 2011

A popular Nelson park will be full of crafty kids on Saturday 21st May, all at the invitation of the Friends of Victoria Park.

Nelson honours Lord Learie Constantine

Published: Wednesday 11th May 2011

West Indian cricketer Lord Learie Constantine MBE was honoured in Nelson when a blue heritage plaque was unveiled outside the house he made his home during his time at Nelson Cricket Club.

Tackling dog fouling on Hodge House playing fields

Published: Tuesday 10th May 2011

A man from Nelson has been taken to court for allowing his dog to foul on Hodge House playing fields in Nelson.

Help available to make homes warmer in Pendle

Published: Monday 9th May 2011

The Warm Front scheme makes homes warmer, healthier and more energy efficient by installing insulation and heating improvements. And residents in Pendle are being urged to see if they're eligible.

Testing the safety of memorials in Ghyll Cemetery

Published: Monday 9th May 2011

Keeping Pendle’s cemeteries and closed graveyards safe is number one priority for the Council’s Memorial Safety Inspector, Robert Careswell.

Thanks for your help with brown bin collections!

Published: Friday 6th May 2011

“Thanks to the many Pendle residents who are waiting until their brown bins are half full or more before putting them out for collection,” said Carole Taylor, Waste and Recycling Co-ordinator.

Friday 6th May is census deadline

Published: Thursday 5th May 2011

If you have not completed and returned your census questionnaire yet, it's vital that you do it now.

What voters need to know for Thursday 5 May

Published: Wednesday 4th May 2011

With Pendle Council elections, some Town and Parish elections and a UK-wide referendum taking place this Thursday (5 May), Pendle Council is reminding voters what they need to know to have their say.

Be ready to use your vote

Published: Tuesday 26th April 2011

Pendle Council is encouraging residents to use their votes in Thursday's elections to the Borough Council and Parish and Town Councils.

Pendle markets celebrate the Royal Wedding

Published: Tuesday 19th April 2011

Colne and Nelson markets are each staging events to mark the wedding of HRH Prince William and Kate Middleton next week.

Egg-citing treats in store at Colne Market this Saturday!

Published: Sunday 17th April 2011

Colne market traders are gearing up for Easter Saturday and the town’s St George’s Day festival with an egg-stra special promotion.

Greater Manchester man fined for dropping cigarette end in Nelson

Published: Wednesday 13th April 2011

A man from Greater Manchester has been ordered to pay over £400 for dropping a cigarette end in Nelson town centre.

Dog fouling fine for Nelson man

Published: Wednesday 13th April 2011

A man from Nelson has been ordered to pay over £400 for allowing his dog to foul.

Use yer nouse to win prizes

Published: Tuesday 12th April 2011

Local residents are being invited to test their knowledge of the area by unravelling a list of old Pendle dialect!

Nelson's market trading over the Easter period

Published: Tuesday 12th April 2011

Nelson's outdoor market will move to Thursday for the next two weeks because of Good Friday and the Royal Wedding bank holiday.

Your bins will be collected over the bank holidays!

Published: Tuesday 12th April 2011

Refuse and recycling collections in Pendle will continue as normal over the bank holidays during April and in early May.

Mayor says thank you to Friends of the Parks

Published: Monday 11th April 2011

The Mayor of Pendle is hosting a reception tonight (Thursday 14th April) to thank the Friends of Parks for their help keeping Pendle’s parks in mint condition.

Check you're on the electoral register before next month’s elections!

Published: Monday 4th April 2011

Pendle Council is reminding residents to check they are on the electoral register ahead of next month’s elections.

St George's Day to be celebrated in Colne

Published: Thursday 31st March 2011

Pendle residents are getting ready to mark St George's Day with a special festival in Colne.

Purple census bus heads for Nelson today

Published: Thursday 31st March 2011

Look out for the purple census bus in Nelson on Monday 11th April! The eye-catching double-decker bus will be parked up at Market Square, between the library and Elliott House, from 10am to 4pm.

Monitoring the air quality in Colne

Rush Hour Traffic in Pendle

Published: Thursday 31st March 2011

Residents in the Windsor Street and Skipton Road area of Colne will this week receive letters from Pendle Council about the air quality in their neighbourhood.

Residents, beware of bogus census workers

Published: Wednesday 30th March 2011

Pendle residents are encouraged to check the identity of census workers calling at their homes over the next few weeks.

Help us reduce the carbon footprint of our recycling wagons

Published: Wednesday 16th March 2011

Help us reduce the carbon footprint of our recycling wagons by only putting out your brown bin when it’s half full or more.

Working together for taxi safety

Published: Wednesday 16th March 2011

Pendle Council is working with the Police and the Vehicle & Operator Services Agency (VOSA) to ensure that people who use taxis are travelling in safety.

Credit crunch affects our four-legged friends

Published: Tuesday 15th March 2011

Make sure you can afford the basic care and treatment your dog needs advises Pendle Council's Dog Welfare team.

Tourism award success for Malkin Tower Farm

Published: Tuesday 15th March 2011

Congratulations to Malkin Tower Farm Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Blacko. They have picked up a gold award in this year's Green Tourism Business Scheme.

Bradley’s new MUGA is officially open!

Published: Tuesday 15th March 2011

Young people's facilities in Bradley get a boost as the new MUGA (multi use games area) opens.

Filling in my census was quick and easy!

Published: Tuesday 15th March 2011

Have you filled in the census yet? Whether you choose to fill in the paper form or do it online, completing the census takes less than 15 minutes – just enough time to enjoy a brew too!

Council firms up its top priorities for the next three years

Published: Friday 11th March 2011

Pendle Council’s Executive councillors will be deciding priorities for the next three years at their meeting on Thursday 17 March.

How Pendle Council is handling bad debts

Published: Thursday 10th March 2011

Pendle Council's Executive will hear on 17 March how the organisation is handling bad debts relating to council tax and business rates.

Has your census form arrived yet?

Published: Tuesday 8th March 2011

Census questionnaires will begin dropping through people's letterboxes from Tuesday 8th March in one of the biggest single mailouts the Royal Mail has handled.

Event puts young people at the heart of Pendle

Published: Monday 7th March 2011

A special event to improve services for young people was held at the ACE Centre, Nelson on Friday 18th February.

Make your mark in the new Nelson town centre

Published: Wednesday 2nd March 2011

Local residents and businesses can literally make their mark in the new Nelson town centre by sponsoring a block featuring poetry for £550. The stone cubes will provide seating in the centre of town.

Final designs for Nelson’s Shuttle approved

Published: Tuesday 1st March 2011

Pendle Council's Nelson Area Committee heard about the exciting designs for Nelson’s focal point at their meeting on Monday February 28th.

Make sure you’re on the register

Published: Thursday 24th February 2011

This year’s elections to Pendle Borough Council and local parish councils will be held on Thursday 5th May. The UK Voting Referendum will also be held on the same day.

Booze ASBOs call time on alcohol related crime in Pendle

Published: Wednesday 23rd February 2011

Lancashire Police have this week issued the following press release about reducing alcohol related crime and disorder in Pendle.

Spreading the word about Pendle as a great visitor destination

Published: Tuesday 22nd February 2011

Spreading the word about beautiful Pendle is the new Pendle Visitor Guide, out now.

Pendle Council agrees to no increase in council tax again

Published: Friday 18th February 2011

There'll be no increase in council tax for Pendle, it was confirmed at last night's Special Budget Full Council meeting.

Pitching up at Brierfield’s new Multi Use Games Areas

Published: Monday 14th February 2011

Young people from the Taylor Street and Elland Road area of Brierfield now have a new place to pitch up and play sports.

Reminding dog owners of the need to vaccinate their pets

Published: Thursday 10th February 2011

Dog owners, remember to keep your dogs’ jabs up to date! That’s the advice from Pendle Council’s Dog Welfare Officers, following four recent cases of canine parvovirus in local dogs.

Big Society - Big Success

Published: Friday 4th February 2011

The final of three Big Society Conferences being held in Pendle has been hailed a big success. The conference, organised by Pendle Partnership, brought together over 70 people from the community.

Government announces extra £1.3 million for Pendle

Published: Friday 4th February 2011

Pendle Council’s lobbying for over a £1 million extra funds met with success yesterday (Monday 31st January).

Our Back Street Is Brilliant!

Published: Thursday 3rd February 2011

Councillors and residents have worked together to improve the back street at Charles Street and Rook Street, Nelson.

Your invitation to tour Nelson Town Hall

Published: Wednesday 2nd February 2011

His Worship the Mayor of Pendle, Councillor Tony Beckett, invites you to come with him on a specially guided tour of Nelson Town Hall.

Barnoldswick woman fined for dog fouling

Published: Tuesday 25th January 2011

A woman from Barnoldswick has been ordered to pay over £600 for allowing her dog to foul.

Blacko "taxi driver" is fined

Published: Monday 17th January 2011

A Blacko pensioner has been prosecuted by Pendle Council for operating as a taxi driver without insurance or any of the appropriate licenses.

Lobbying Government for an extra £1million for Pendle

Published: Thursday 13th January 2011

Pendle Council’s Leader and Chief Executive yesterday travelled to London to lobby the Government for a better financial settlement for Pendle.

Council adopts Supplementary Planning Document for Railway Street area of Brierfield

Published: Wednesday 12th January 2011

Pendle Council has formally adopted the Railway Street Area Supplementary Planning Document.

Nelson woman fined for leaving her bins out

Published: Wednesday 12th January 2011

A Pendle woman must pay £310 after she was fined for leaving her bins out after collection day.

Let's Walk DVD goes national

Published: Monday 10th January 2011

Pendle Leisure Trust’s Walk Co-ordinator Wayne Bowman is leading the way in promoting walking for health, after his DVD was featured on a national website.

Changes to our refuse and recycling collections over Christmas and New Year

Published: Tuesday 21st December 2010

Pendle Council is advising residents that their collection day for refuse or recycling may change over the Christmas and New Year period.

Barrowford property landlord fined

Published: Friday 17th December 2010

Barrowford property landlord fined £1,100 for not meeting health and safety standards.

Refuse and recycling collections affected by snow and ice

Published: Wednesday 1st December 2010

Refuse and recycling collections in Pendle have been affected by the current adverse weather conditions.

Colne residents invited to discuss future of Knotts Lane allotment land

Published: Thursday 18th November 2010

People who live in Colne are invited to a public meeting on 22nd November to talk about the future of Knotts Lane allotment land.

New Sign Posts Help You Find Your Nearest Nelson Town Centre Loo

Published: Thursday 4th November 2010

A community toilet scheme is being piloted in Nelson town centre to make it easier for town centre visitors to find the nearest loo.

Council Leader's Response to the Government's Comprehensive Spending Review

Published: Thursday 21st October 2010

Leader of the Council, Councillor Mike Blomeley, has made the following statement regarding the Government's Comprehensive Spending Review.

Casting a spell for the perfect Hallowe’en

Published: Thursday 7th October 2010

With the famous Pendle Witches a large part of our heritage, what better place is there to celebrate Hallowe’en than in Pendle?

Andrew Flintoff backs Jane Tomlinson's Pennine Lancashire 10k

Published: Wednesday 9th June 2010

The England cricketing hero has announced a team will run in the 10K taking place on Sunday, July 11 for his charity the AF Foundation.

Lord Shutt says farewell to Whitefield Regeneration Partnership

Published: Monday 24th May 2010

Lord Shutt of Greetland OBE has resigned from his post as Chairman of the Whitefield Regeneration Partnership. The resignation follows his appointment as a junior member of the Government.

Colners, do you welcome walkers?

Published: Monday 15th March 2010

People living in and around Colne are invited to a public meeting to see if there is enough local support to put forward Colne as a Walkers are Welcome town.

Thank You To Pendle Team 34 - Some Very Special Pendle Teenagers

Published: Thursday 22nd October 2009

The achievements of a group of public-spirited Pendle teenagers has been celebrated at Colne’s Waterside Millennium Green.

Affordable Housing For Printworks Site?

Published: Wednesday 29th July 2009

The former Printworks site in Whitefield, Nelson could soon have a new lease of life - as affordable housing.

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