Police have ruled the pair had “no relevance” to his disappearance. Brad, 19, of, Accrington, Lancs, told how he held a video call with his pal as he tried to get home and saw him slide down some rocks. He added: “I knew he went off the road because …Read more
After revealing that the family would stay in Tenerife, Ms Hargreaves later slammed Jay's local pub The Bees Knees, Accrington, after they posted an offensive meme about him on their Facebook page which the MailOnline is not repeating. In reply to the post …Read more
Announcing the death of a family member is a time-honoured tradition for family and loved ones – and we have gathered the messages posted this week in one place. To see the full list of death notices, in memoriams, and birthday memoriams, then please visit …Read more
We have gathered the messages posted this week in one place. To see the full list of death notices, in memoriams, and birthday memoriams, then please visit the Accrington section in Funeral Notices online. You can search by names, date range, and filter by …Read more
Sheffield United take on Wrexham in the first round, with the all-Championship clash between Leeds and Middlesbrough an enticing match-up; every Carabao Cup match will be available exclusively live to Sky Sports customers through the new Sky Sports+ …Read more
The town, which sits between Blackburn, Burnley and Accrington and is part of Hyndburn, was awarded £237,000 in December following a bid by the local authority to the government’s High Street Accelerators Pilot Programme, with the money earmarked for …Read more
The town, which sits between Blackburn, Burnley and Accrington and is part of Hyndburn, was awarded £237,000 in December following a bid by the local authority to the government’s High Street Accelerators Pilot Programme, with the money earmarked for …Read more
He would then spend the second half of the 2016/17 season on loan at Accrington Stanley, helping them reach a mid-table finish having joined whilst they were deep in the relegation zone. Rodak made his Fulham debut in the Carabao Cup in 2017 before a two …Read more
A man led police on a chase through the streets of Accrington which led to him ploughing into the side of another car, injuring a 75-year-old grandfather. Mark Walsh, 45, was pursued by police through the town in his Mercedes-Benz A180 having turned away …Read more
Sheffield United take on Wrexham in the first round, with the all-Championship clash between Leeds and Middlesbrough an enticing match-up; every Carabao Cup match will be available exclusively live to Sky Sports customers through the new Sky Sports+ …Read more
Animal rescuers were trying to keep dozens of dolphins away from shallow waters around Cape Cod on Saturday after 125 of the creatures stranded themselves a day earlier. Teams in Massachusetts found one group of 10 Atlantic white-sided dolphins swimming in a dangerously shallow area at dawn on Saturday, and managed to herd them out … Read more
Spent plenty of time in the North West, also playing for Burnley, Blackpool, Bolton, Bury and Accrington Stanley. Played in the non-league pyramid last term, initially with Chorley before heading to Hednesford Town in February. Joined on loan from …Read more
The owners of a ‘dream property’ in Accrington have made the “bittersweet” decision to sell their home – but it could be yours. Owl Hall, on Plantation Road, is on the market for £575,000 and it is said to be full of character. In a rural …Read more
The owners of a ‘dream property’ in Accrington have made the “bittersweet” decision to sell their home – but it could be yours. Owl Hall, on Plantation Road, is on the market for £575,000 and it is said to be full of character. In a rural …Read more
The Accrington Observer reported at the time how three men jumped out of a car and targeted Jay and his friend before witnesses intervened. Speaking of the attack, Jay's mum Debbie Duncan said: "He was really shook up and had a massive lump on his head.Read more
Vue in Accrington has announced the latest set of family-friendly blockbusters set to hit the big screen this summer, as well as a new initiative for young film fans to enjoy their very first outing to the big screen. Vue has introduced Big Shorts …Read more
O’Shea, previously of Lydia Street, Accrington, but now living in Lincolnshire, was given an 18-month community order and 20 rehabilitation activity days.Read more
Jay Slater, an apprentice bricklayer from Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, remains missing in Tenerife, where he went with friends to attend a music festival called NRGRead more
A club bouncer said it was a 'miracle' he did not lose his arm following an assault involving a machete by a man whom he had booted out of a nightclub.Read more
THE campaign group seeking to reopen a key rail link between Skipton and East Lancashire says most of the general election candidates alongRead more
Derby County are reportedly set to land former Barnsley forward Kayden Jackson on a free transfer from Ipswich Town.Read more
Former Ipswich Town forward Kayden Jackson is set to join newly-promoted Championship side Derby County, according to Sky Sports.Read more
Stanley midfielder Joe Pritchard has completed a permanent move to League Two rivals MK Dons. The 27-year-old had reached the end of his contract with the Reds and had been offered fresh terms to remain at the Wham Stadium.Read more
Milton Keynes Dons have signed midfielder Joe Pritchard from fellow League Two club Accrington Stanley. The 27-year-old former Tottenham Hotspur academy player has signed an undisclosed-length contract to become boss Mike Williamson's sixth summer signing.Read more
Milton Keynes Dons have signed midfielder Joe Pritchard from fellow League Two club Accrington Stanley. The 27-year-old former Tottenham Hotspur academy player has signed an undisclosed-length contract to become boss Mike Williamson's sixth summer signing.Read more
A girls' team with players from two Accrington high schools have become American flag football national champions. The Hyndburn All-Stars under 15s comprise of pupils from Mount Carmel and Hyndburn Academy and were crowned NFL Flag Girls UK Champions.Read more
And Sudbury’s director of football Danny Laws is convinced the talented teenager can flourish at Fratton Park. He told The News: ‘‘Pompey have a very good player on their hands. Reuben is what I would call a real modern-day midfield player with a touch of throwback.Read more
The keeper, who made just 10 appearances last season, before injuring his shoulder and missing the remainder of the campaign, was out of contract at Accrington Stanley this summer – making him an ideal target for Town given their financial predicament.Read more
They then met again in 1993/94 when Alan Ball’s Exeter won 2-1 on aggregate in a first round tie before Walsall won a two-legged first round tow in 1997/98 3-0 on aggregate. The most recent clash came in August 2001 when Walsall again prevailed, this time winning 1-0 at St James Park.Read more
Ms Hargreaves, a chef from Accrington in Lancashire, said a troll even impersonated her late mother, who died eight months ago. Her comments came after Ms Duncan said some of the £36,000 raised in a fundraising appeal would be used to support mountain …Read more
Shrewsbury have signed goalkeeper Toby Savin on a two-year deal from League Two Accrington Stanley.Savin is only 23 but has already made more than 100 professional appearances.He triggered a contract extension with Stanley at the end of last season but has now chosen to join League One Shrewsbury.Read more
Shrewsbury have signed goalkeeper Toby Savin on a two-year deal from League Two Accrington Stanley. Savin is only 23 but has already made more than 100 professional appearances. He triggered a contract extension with Stanley at the end of last season but has now chosen to join League One Shrewsbury.Read more
An Accrington woman, who has been heavily involved in the search for missing teenager Jay Slater, has spoken out about the cruel trolling she has received. Rachel Hargreaves, a family friend, has helped run Facebook page Jay Slater Missing which has since …Read more
Tesco Extra in Eagle Street, Accrington, has displayed a sign saying it has to keep smaller fridges turned off to keep the rest operating in warm weather. It comes as temperatures hit the high and mid-20s Celsius this week as summer finally arrived.Read more
The weekend has a jam-packed schedule filled with live-performances, war-time attractions and a number of food stalls!Read more
Sheffield United take on Wrexham in the first round, with the all-Championship clash between Leeds and Middlesbrough an enticing match-up; every Carabao Cup match will be available exclusively live to Sky Sports customers through the new Sky Sports+ …Read more
City’s Under-21s now know the three teams who will make up Group G in the 2024/25 Bristol Street Motors Trophy. Brian Barry-Murphy’s young charges will take on three EFL clubs in the group stage of the draw. Our opponents are newly-promoted League 2 …Read more
Ms Hargreaves, a chef from Accrington in Lancashire, said a troll even impersonated her late mother, who died eight months ago. Her comments came after Ms Duncan said some of the £36,000 raised in a fundraising appeal would be used to support mountain …Read more
Pupils at one Accrington school arrived at their prom in real style. Two pupils could be seen making their way on horseback, whilst others pulled up in £200,000 supercars at St Christopher’s School Prom at the Dunkenhalgh Hotel. As well as a McLaren …Read more
The Bantams reached round three last year under Mark Hughes after penalty shoot-outs win at Accrington and Wrexham. They were beaten 2-0 by Championship Middlesbrough at Valley Parade. The Grimsby tie will take place in the first week of the new season …Read more
NEWPORT County AFC will travel to Leyton Orient in round one of the Carabao Cup. The Exiles will go up against the League One club on either Tuesday, August 13 or Wednesday, August 14. County, who will have a new head coach at the helm after the departure of manager Graham Coughlan, have won their … Read more
They should instead call 999 immediately, said a force spokesperson in an appeal. The 22-year-old has connections to Oswaldtwistle and Accrington. He is described as 5ft 7ins tall, of slim build, has dark blonde hair, brown eyes, a short goatee style beard …Read more
Its proposed new route would serve Accrington, Burnley and Pendle with a combined population of over quarter of a million people cutting journey times into Leeds and Bradford down to little over an hour. The Department for Transport and Network Rail have …Read more
Watch first-round draw for 2024/25 Carabao Cup live on Sky Sports News and follow our live stream on skysports.com and Sky Sports app; every Carabao Cup match will be available exclusively live to Sky Sports customers through the new Sky Sports+ streaming …Read more
Championship, League One or League Two fan? Your team will be live on Sky Sports at least 20 times next season! Matches will be broadcast live across existing Sky Sports channels or on the brand new Sky Sports+ at no extra cost (more on that below …Read more
It was Accrington defender Peter Murphy who denied Pompey victory in their first away trip of the 2013-14 campaign in agonising circumstances. A staggering travelling crowd of 1,001 were present in Lancashire for the televised 12.30pm kick-off – 39.54 per …Read more
The Easter Bank Holiday weekend sees trips to Port Vale on Good Friday and Accrington Stanley on Easter Monday. The Blues last away trip of the season is at Cheltenham Town on April 26 before the 46 game adventure comes to an end at home to Salford City on …Read more
Stanley kick off the 2024/25 League Two campaign with a trip to Doncaster Rovers on Saturday, August 10. John Doolan is preparing for his first full season in charge at the Wham Stadium after succeeding long-serving John Coleman. The Reds conclude the …Read more
Championship, League One or League Two fan? Your team will be live on Sky Sports at least 20 times next season! Matches will be broadcast live across existing Sky Sports channels or on the brand new Sky Sports+ at no extra cost (more on that below …Read more
Police are looking for a man with links to Accrington and Oswaldtwistle, in connection to a robbery investigation. Officers want to speak with Adam Currie, aged 22. He is 5ft 7in tall, of slim build, with dark blonde hair and brown eyes. He also has a short goatee-style beard. He is missing a front tooth.Read … Read more
AFC Wimbledon vs Colchester United – live on Sky Sports+, kick-off 3pm Barrow vs Crewe Alexandra – live on Sky Sports+, kick-off 3pm Cheltenham Town vs Newport County – live on Sky Sports+, kick-off 3pm Doncaster Rovers vs Accrington Stanley – live on Sky …Read more
AFC Wimbledon vs Colchester United – live on Sky Sports+, kick-off 3pm Barrow vs Crewe Alexandra – live on Sky Sports+, kick-off 3pm Cheltenham Town vs Newport County – live on Sky Sports+, kick-off 3pm Doncaster Rovers vs Accrington Stanley – live on Sky …Read more
Swindon Town will kick off the 2024/25 season in front of the Sky TV cameras. The League Two opener away to Chesterfield at the SMH Stadium will kick off at 8pm on Friday, August 9. Chesterfield returned to the EFL after a six-year absence as they ran away with the National League title last season.Read … Read more
HARROGATE TOWN will open up their 2024-25 League Two campaign with a first look at newcomers Bromley – who visit on Saturday, August 10.Read more
Doncaster Rovers start their EFL League Two season at home to Accrington Stanley as they look to get off to a fast start to build on their flying end to last season.Read more
Grimsby Town will begin their 2024/25 League Two campaign with an away trip to face newly-relegated Fleetwood Town on August 10.Read more
Harrogate Town will kick-off their 2024/25 season at home to newly-promoted Bromley. The Sulphurites’ fourth League Two campaign gets underway on Saturday, August 10 when they entertain last term’s National League play-off final winners.Read more
Follow the links below for your team's fixtures in full. Accrington Stanley AFC Wimbledon Barrow Bradford City Bromley Carlisle United Cheltenham Town Chesterfield Gary, Alan and Micah on all the terrible tackles, dodgy penalties and post-match shenanigansRead more
Doncaster Rovers' quest to win promotion will begin with a home game against Accrington Stanley, after the fixtures for next season were released.Read more
After a Carabao Cup tie, County's first home fixture of the campaign will be against Doncaster on Saturday, August 17, followed by another Rodney Parade fixture versus Accrington Stanley. County have drawn the short straw on Boxing Day – with the Dragons …Read more
Recent double signing of Cameron McJannet and Matty Carson show Grimsby Town are investing in potential one again.Read more
East Lancashire’s newest music festival is enlisting the help of Accrington children to name two family activity zones to encourage creativity and community fun amongst local kids. Oak Fest's family zones are 'such an integral part' of the festival …Read more
Stonyhurst Saint Mary's Hall, in the Ribble Valley, is sending a mixed under 13s team to compete, while Mount Carmel High School, in Accrington, will be sending a girls' under 15s team, after they each came out on top in North Western heats. The …Read more
Bursik started his career with Stoke City in 2018, making 50 appearances in the English Championship, and had loan spells with Hednesford Town, Telford United, Accrington Stanley, Doncaster Rovers, Peterborough United and Lincoln City before moving to Club …Read more
Afzal, of Accrington, Lancashire, was found guilty on one count of corrupt practice following a trial. He was originally charged with two counts of corrupt practice in September 2022 but was cleared by one offence by a jury at at Preston Crown Court.Read more
Ringway roadworks in Preston for 12 weeks as work takes place on new Animate cinema Boy airlifted to Royal Manchester Children's Hospital and BMW driver arrested after crash in Accrington Yellow heat warning: AA warn to not to leave children or pets in …Read more
A 15-year-old boy was airlifted to hospital after he was knocked off his bike by a suspected drink driver. Police and paramedics rushed to the scene in Brown Street, Accrington where the boy was struck by a BMW around 4pm on Saturday.Read more
A 15-year-old boy was airlifted to hospital after he was knocked off his bike by a suspected drink driver. Police and paramedics rushed to the scene in Brown Street, Accrington where the boy was struck by a BMW around 4pm on Saturday.Read more
Police and paramedics rushed to the scene in Brown Street, Accrington where the boy was struck by a BMW around 4pm on Saturday. Join our new WhatsApp Community to get the latest news and top stories from across Lancashire directly to your phone.Read more
The Millers have been placed by the EFL in an opening-stage group in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy with fellow League One side Mansfield Town and League Two Bradford City. The last time they were in the tournament, in 2022 when it was called the Papa Johns Trophy, they lifted silverware at Wembley by beating … Read more
Some people have been concerned about how the money raised in the GoFundMe for Jay Salter's family will be usedRead more
Afzal, of Whalley Road, Accrington, stood for the Tories in Hyndburn’s Netherton ward two years ago, but in May of that year he was arrested after allegations were made about his conduct, where it was claimed signatures on his nomination papers for the …Read more
A man whose "relentless" shoplifting at Baxenden Tesco Express had a detrimental effect on staff has been given a chance to turn hisRead more
A section of Accrington Road is closed between Devon Road and Shadsworth Road due to resurfacing works. Motorists heading to Oswaldtwistle and Accrington and those heading into Blackburn from those areas will be affected by the closure. A sign at the location says the road will be closed for a week.Read more
A fundraiser set up by the last person to speak to Oswaldtwistle teenager Jay Slater, who went missing during a holiday in Tenerife, has hit its target of £30,000 just days after it was created.Read more
A section of Accrington Road is closed between Devon Road and Shadsworth Road due to resurfacing works. Motorists heading to Oswaldtwistle and Accrington and those heading into Blackburn from those areas will be affected by the closure. A sign at the location says the road will be closed for a week.Read more
To say Harry Pell is excited about his return to Cheltenham Town is an understatement comparable to describing the Robins’ National League title-winning team as ‘quite good’. Pell was one of the central figures in that success, brought in as Gary Johnson’s ‘marquee signing’ of the 2015 summer and the only player given more than … Read more
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A woman who was involved in the theft of a vulnerable man's bank card which was used to buy alcohol has been sentenced. Anastasia Dearden, 28, appeared at Burnley Crown Court in March alongside Danielle Boyarin, 28, and Paul Birtwell, 32, where she pleaded guilty to burglary and two counts of fraud.Read more
Every day the Manchester Evening News print edition carries tributes and funeral notices for those who have lost a loved one recently. It gives people a chance to celebrate the lives of family and friends and pay respects to the health and care teams who …Read more
Former Accrington Stanley defender Mike Liddle has announced his retirement from football, informing his current club Blyth Spartans of his desire. The 34-year-old is a product of the Sunderland academy having progressed through the ranks making his one and only appearance for the club against Barrow in the FA Cup in January 2010.Read more
Had a loan spell at Bradford in 2021/22 and was released the following summer, joining North West neighbours Accrington Stanley. Spent last season in the non-league pyramid, initially with Chorley before heading to Hednesford Town in February. Had a three …Read more
A music festival has unveiled a brand new stage to spotlight talent. OAK FEST is returning for its second year at Oak Hill Park in Accrington on July 27.Read more
A look at some of the former Wanderers you might not know are still playing – from the Premier League to non-leagueRead more
This week we head back to the 1990s with this picture special looking at life at Accrington and Rossendale College. Our photographers were certainly kept busy with the various activities and events at the college based on Sandy Lane. Perhaps you were a …Read more
The inquest into a mother of five who was found dead in Accrington heard she used alcohol and drugs to try to manage violent flashbacksRead more
Residents in a picturesque Lancashire village are still being disturbed by drunkenness, drug abuse, anti-social behaviour and noise from revellers on streets, music from clubs and people having sex in alleys despite a special licensing system,Read more
The relegated sides from League One have stepped up their preparations as it has been another busy fortnight of League Two transfersRead more
Knowles banged in 20 goals for the Boston United as the club won promotion from National League North in May.Knowles came through the Academy at Nottingham Forest before signing for Mansfield Town in 2019 as a scholar.Read more
Boston United have been dealt a blow after star striker Jimmy Knowles was snapped up by Accrington Stanley. Knowles banged in 20 goals for the Pilgrims as the club won promotion from National League North in May. He links up with team-mate Kelsey Mooney who has also moved to the League Two side.Read more
A music festival has unveiled a brand new stage to spotlight talent. OAK FEST is returning for its second year at Oak Hill Park in Accrington on July 27. Lancashire’s newest music festival, OAK FEST has unveiled a brand new stage; The Ossy Fest …Read more
Accrington and Rossendale College, where Mr Slater was completing his apprenticeship, said: “We are deeply concerned about the recent news regarding one of our apprentices, Jay Slater, who has gone missing while on holiday in Tenerife. “The safety and …Read more
It read: 'Kiss goodbye to your boy, you're never going to see him again, he owes me a lot of money.' On Thursday, Accrington and Rossendale College, where Jay was studying for his apprenticeship, issued a statement. It said: 'We are deeply concerned about …Read more
But the man in the taxi was not Jay but a 19-year-old, with police resuming the search in Teno Rural Park. Accrington and Rossendale College, where Jay was completing his apprenticeship, has released a statement on the student’s disappearance.Read more
Follow our live coverage of the search for missing British teenager Jay Slater who vanished on the Spanish island on Monday.Read more
Accrington and Rossendale College, where Jay was completing his apprenticeship, issued a statement to say it was 'deeply concerned' by his disappearance. A spokesperson said: 'We are deeply concerned about the recent news regarding one of our apprentices …Read more
Jay Slater, 19, has not been seen since the early hours of Monday morning after leaving his friends to stay with someone he met while on a night out on the Spanish islandRead more
A college in Lancashire said its ‘deeply concerned’ for missing apprentice Jay Slater who vanished on holiday in Tenerife.Read more
A college in Lancashire said its ‘deeply concerned’ for missing apprentice Jay Slater who vanished on holiday in Tenerife.Jay, 19, was training as an apprentice bricklayer at Accrington and Rossendale College where he was due to sit his final exams next month.Read more
Fish and chips is one of the nation’s favourite meals but where are the best places to get it in east Lancashire.A crispy battered fish and chunky chips lathered in vinegar will have people queuing outside shops in order to order such a meal.Read more