Dominic Smithers is LADbible's Editorial Lead. After graduating from the University of Leeds with a degree in French and History, he went on to write for the Manchester Evening News, the Accrington Observer and the Macclesfield Express.Read more
His funeral is set to take place at Accrington Crematorium on August 10. Blue ribbons were tied to railings by neighbours as a sign of solidarity when Jay, from Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, went missing on June 17. Following the discovery of his body a month …Read more
His heartbroken mother has disclosed that she has returned to the UK with his body, 19 days after it was discovered following the extensive search. Debbie Duncan, aged 55, made the sorrowful journey from Tenerife to Manchester Airport last week, accompanied by Jay's supportive father Warren, 58, and his brother Zak, 24.Read more
Jay Slater's body was repatriated to the UK last week and a post-mortem examination found he died of traumatic head injuries, consistent with a fall from heightRead more
Jay Slater's heartbroken mum has shared that she has brought his body back to the UK almost three weeks after he was discovered following a month-long search. Debbie Duncan, 55, undertook the journey from Tenerife to Manchester Airport accompanied by Jay's supportive dad Warren, 58, and Jay's brother Zak, 24.Read more
Jeanette Winterson, from Accrington, is an internationally bestselling author, and this is a look back at her remarkable career.Read more
The body of Jay Slater has been returned to Britain as family and friends prepare to farewell the teenager at a “celebration of life service” in Accrington. Debbie Duncan, 55, revealed she …Read more
Mourners are requested to wear something blue in memory of the 19-year-old at his “celebration of life service” at AccringtonRead more
A post-mortem examination found the 19-year-old died of traumatic head injuries, consistent with a fall from height.Read more
JAY Slater’s body has finally returned back to the UK two months after he first vanished in Tenerife, his family have revealed. The date of the funeral for the 19-year-old has also been setRead more
A body has been found during the search for a missing 66-year-old woman from Accrington. Helen Baron, 66, was reported missing after she was last seen in the Baxenden area at around 9pm on Thursday (August 3). Officers said they were concerned for her …Read more
A popular Accrington cat, known for hanging out at a local supermarket, has gone missing and his owner has issued a plea.Read more
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A popular Accrington cat, known for hanging out at a local supermarket, has gone missing and his owner has issued a plea.Read more
Police have released CCTV of a man they wish to speak to in connection with shoplifting offences in Accrington. Officers say numerous shoplifting offences were reported at Farmfoods, Aldi, Lidl and Spar. These incidents were reported to have happened …Read more
The night is at The Acorn in Accrington on Saturday (August 3). Louise from Church and Zoe from Huncoat decided to set up a party night for young people after struggling to find night time entertainment aimed at a young audience for their sons who have been best friends since high school.Read more
Calderdale’s professional football and rugby league clubs are reviewing their costs before next steps over the future of Halifax’s Shay sports stadium are taken.Read more
New town boards launched in East Lancs this year – each with a £20m budget – have been given extra time by the new Labour government to draw-up local investment plans.Read more
The table above is the complete Accrington Ramadan Calendar 2024. Here you can see the Sehri timing and iftar timing in Accrington from the first to the last Ramadan fasting day. The Islamic and Gregorian calendar dates are also given in the following …Read more
An off-road bike has been seized by police in Accrington. The bike was seized today (August 1) in Bertha Street, in the Barnfield Ward. Officers said they are aware of issues with off-road bikes in the area and will “work with residents” to address …Read more
The leisure centre, located on Henry Street in Accrington, is immensely popular among residents as it offers a range of activities and facilities from swimming to gym glasses. Sport England Executive Director for Place Lisa Dodd-Mayne said: “Swimming …Read more
An off-road bike has been seized by police in Accrington. The bike was seized today (August 1) in Bertha Street, in the Barnfield Ward. Officers said they are aware of issues with off-road bikes in the area and will “work with residents” to address …Read more
Chris Hickey of Your Choice Send Residentials has applied to the local council for planning permission for the project at 44 to 46 Cedar Street in Accrington. The first floor of the building is currently storage space. A supporting statement says …Read more
A drug dealer was caught with cannabis, cocaine and £1,300 in cash in Accrington. Police spotted Adam Arif opening a ‘man bag’ and removing a snap bag while talking to another man. He was detained on Riding Barn Street where officers discovered cannabis, cocaine and £1,300 in cash.Read more
A drug dealer was caught with cannabis, cocaine and £1,300 in cash in Accrington. Police spotted Adam Arif opening a ‘man bag’ and removing a snap bag while talking to another man. He was detained on Riding Barn Street where officers discovered cannabis, cocaine and £1,300 in cash.Read more
Lancashire’s newest festival returned over the weekend as thousands flocked to listen to the likes of Kate Nash as well as Bez and Rowetta.Read more
Chris Hickey of Your Choice Send Residentials has applied to Hyndburn Council for planning permission for the project at a property in Cedar Street, Accrington. The first floor of the building is currently storage space. A supporting statement says …Read more
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Kate Nash entertained crowds of thousands at an Accrington music festival, which took place at the weekend. Oak Fest was attended by more than 2,000 people on Saturday (July 27) in the town. Following the success of the inaugural event in 2023, the festival returned as a ticketed event for the first time.Read more
Kate Nash entertained crowds of thousands at an Accrington music festival, which took place at the weekend. Oak Fest was attended by more than 2,000 people on Saturday (July 27) in the town. Following the success of the inaugural event in 2023, the festival returned as a ticketed event for the first time.Read more
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A SENIOR councillor is trying to get to the root of why gates have suddenly been installed across a public footpath sparking an outbreakRead more
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Work to repair a crematorium's steeple and roof will see it closed for four days a week, a council has confirmed. A £135,590 project has begun to stop water leaking into the chapel at Accrington Crematorium on Burnley Road. The urgent work means it will be shut at weekends and two days a week until … Read more
Welcome to this exquisite bungalow nestled in the picturesque Deer Park, Accrington. This stunning property boasts a high standard finish throughout, offering a blend of elegance and comfort. As you step into this beautiful house, you'll be greeted by the …Read more
According to police, they did not succeed and reportedly defecated on the bus station floor. Police have now released an image of a man they wish to speak to in connection to their investigation.Read more
Urgent repairs the steeple and roof of Accrington Crematorium have started. The £135,590 project is need to stop water leaking into the chapel and damaging the stonework. The crematorium in Burnley Road will be closed at weekends and two days a week until …Read more
Urgent repairs the steeple and roof of Accrington Crematorium have started. The £135,590 project is need to stop water leaking into the chapel and damaging the stonework. The crematorium in Burnley Road will be closed at weekends and two days a week until …Read more
Gold sponsors of the 2024 #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge, Accrington & Rossendale College, are hoping that science and technology can bring them success at this year's event. College students and staff have been busy in their new Accrington Campus …Read more
On July 23, at around 6am, a person attempted to enter the toilets at Accrington Bus Station, Lancashire Police said. According to police, the person did not succeed and reportedly opted to defecate on the bus station floor instead. Police have now …Read more
After supplying the local community for over three decades, this much loved Lancashire clothes shop is shutting down. Accrington-based clothing shop ‘Extreme' has said Bon Voyage after over three successful decades of business in the town. Specialising …Read more
Gulls have invaded a town 30 miles from the coast in scenes likened to Alfred Hitchcock’s film, The Birds. They have flocked to Hyndburn in Lancashire after a disused quarry was converted to a landfill site.Read more
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Locals said they have 'never seen anything like it' after their town was invaded by an 'apocalyptic' swarm of seagulls despite being 30 miles from the nearest coast.Read more
Plans for a wholesale revamp of Rawtenstall Market – bringing food traders "in from the cold" to create a big-city style indoor food hall look impressive on the surface. But not everyone is happy. Many of the stall holders – notably some of those affected …Read more
BGT's Amanda Holden is no stranger to a daring bikini and Elizabeth Hurley was very impressed after her latest summer sartorial display. See photos. The Chancellor is considering handing more powers to HM Revenue and Customs in a crackdown on savers, investors and the freelancers suspected of underpaying tax.Read more
The Chancellor is considering handing more powers to HM Revenue and Customs in a crackdown on savers, investors and the freelancers suspected of underpaying tax. BGT's Amanda Holden is no stranger to a daring bikini and Elizabeth Hurley was very impressed after her latest summer sartorial display. See photos.Read more
The full line-up has been announced for the Hyndburn Sound Music Festival 2024. Artists will be performing in pubs and bars across the borough from Friday, August 2 to Sunday, August 4. Music lovers will be treated to a range of genres from heavy rock to acoustic and DJ sets.Read more
Fresh from her set at Glastonbury, singer-songwriter Kate Nash is to headline a fledgling music festival in Accrington later on Saturday. Oak Fest is returning to Oak Hill Park on Manchester Road for its second consecutive year, from 11:00 BST.Read more
Fresh from her set at Glastonbury, singer-songwriter Kate Nash is to headline a fledgling music festival in Accrington later on Saturday. Oak Fest is returning to Oak Hill Park on Manchester Road for its second consecutive year, from 11:00 BST.Read more
Seeking to make it five home wins on the spin, Botafogo play host to Cruzeiro at the Estadio Nilton Santos in round 20 of the Brasileiro Serie A on Saturday. The visiting side head into the weekend unbeaten in each of their last 13 games against the Lone Stars since September 2016 and will be … Read more
Accrington's priciest and cheapest streets over the last five years have been revealed. Hollins Lane, Newton Drive, and Partridge Drive are home to the highest-valued properties in the region, according to Property Solvers. On Hollins Lane (BB5), eight …Read more
On Hollins Lane (BB5), eight homes sold at an average price of £367,437. Five properties on Newton Drive (BB5) went for an average of £348,200 while three houses on Partridge Drive (BB5) sold for an average of £345,Read more
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The full line-up has been announced for the Hyndburn Sound Music Festival 2024. Artists will be performing in pubs and bars across the borough from Friday, August 2 to Sunday, August 4. Music lovers will be treated to a range of genres from heavy rock to acoustic and DJ sets.Read more
Gates to the festival officially open at 11am and close at 10pm. Free shuttle buses are being put on from the Accrington train station and will take festival goers directly to the site. Parking is also available for guests at both the nearby Accrington and …Read more
The countdown is on for Oak Fest, Lancashire’s newest festival, as it gears up to return to Oak Hill Park for its second year this Saturday, July 27Read more
Calico Homes have submitted plans to Burnley Council for the redevelopment of the former Wood Top School site in Accrington Road.Read more
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BRIT Award winner and acclaimed singer-songwriter, Kate Nash will be heading up the bill. The countdown is on for Oak Fest, Lancashire’s newest festival, as it gears up to return to Oak Hill Park for its second year this Saturday (July 27).Read more
Gates to the festival officially open at 11am and close at 10pm. Free shuttle buses are being put on from the Accrington train station and will take festival goers directly to the site. Parking is also available for guests at both the nearby Accrington and …Read more
Gathering five year’s worth of sold house price data across the Accrington postcodes, Hollins Lane, Newton Drive and Partridge Drive have some of the highest-valued homes across the region. Some of the cheapest residential streets in Accrington …Read more
Dominic Smithers is LADbible's Editorial Lead. After graduating from the University of Leeds with a degree in French and History, he went on to write for the Manchester Evening News, the Accrington Observer and the Macclesfield Express.Read more
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Recent data has revealed Accrington's most and least expensive streets over the last five years. Gathering five year’s worth of sold house price data across the Accrington postcodes, Hollins Lane, Newton Drive and Partridge Drive have some of the highest …Read more
The occasion was the celebration of a major construction milestone for the new £12 million Wilson Sports Village facility in Clayton-le-Moors, which promises to be a hub of inclusive and diverse leisure services.Read more
Just here today I’ve met with so many groups who currently use the site and will benefit from this development, including Accrington Road Runners, Super Slow Way and Wheels for All.” Subscribe to our daily newsletter LANCS LIVE NEWS and get all the …Read more
A full list of Boots closures has been released – with 300 stores looking set to shut by the end of summer 581 Boots stores have already closed their doors for good and by the end of this current summer, 69 more will have closed. Tim Wentworth, the CEO of …Read more
Man United vs. Fulham, 3 p.m. Blackburn vs. Derby, 3 p.m. Preston vs. Sheffield United, 3 p.m.Read more
With 26 used Mercedes-Benz Glc cars in Accrington available on Auto Trader, we have the largest range of cars for sale available across the UK.Read more
With 3 used Mercedes-Benz Glb cars in Accrington available on Auto Trader, we have the largest range of cars for sale available across the UK.Read more
With 24 used Mercedes-Benz Gla cars in Accrington available on Auto Trader, we have the largest range of cars for sale available across the UK.Read more
Lisa Milburn started Extreme Beauty & Fashion at the age of 22 in 1992, having previously worked on Accrington Market with her mum. Located on Water Street, Accrington, Extreme provided fashion at an affordable price for women of all shapes and sizes, with their aim to try and empower women to be as confident as … Read more
Lisa Milburn started Extreme Beauty & Fashion at the age of 22 in 1992, having previously worked on Accrington Market with her mum. Located on Water Street, Accrington, Extreme provided fashion at an affordable price for women of all shapes and sizes …Read more
The owner of a women’s clothing shop has called time on her business, saying it has been a “real honour” to serve the community for more than 30 years. Lisa Milburn started Extreme Beauty & Fashion at the age of 22 in 1992, having previously worked on Accrington Market with her mum.Read more
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Conspiracy theories had whirled around this case, but it appears the untimely death of Jay Slater was a tragic case of misadventure. The question is: what happens next?Read more
Here is the full list of Boots branches in England that were closed between March 2023 and March 2024, according to analysis by C+D: Braddon Close, Westgate, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 4UZ 2 Cornhill, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1EX 40 Hough Lane …Read more
A property with its own dream summer house is on the market in Accrington. The home, on Back Lane, is on the market for £399,950 and is described as a “beautifully presented and extended and presented” property. The four-bedroom bungalow is ideal for …Read more
Northern is warning customers to not travel on the line between Preston and Colne on Sunday, July 21. This route runs through Nelson, Burnley, Accrington, and Blackburn, as well as smaller intermediate stops. The other line affected by this warning is the route between Manchester Victoria and Chester.Read more
Paragon plans to shut its Accrington trade printing operation amid ongoing challenges in its markets, and could also rent out spare space at the Leeds site originally built for Lettershop.Read more
An Irish singer is the latest act confirmed for September's iMEP Music Festival in Accrington. Cian Ducrot, known for his number-one album 'Victory', will be supporting Jess Glynne, the British female solo artist with seven number-one UK singles to her name.Read more
A spokesperson for AA Traffic and Travel said: “Partially blocked and slow traffic due to crash on M65 Westbound from junction eight, A56 (Accrington), to junction seven A6185 Hyndburn Road (Rishton / Accrington). Traffic was held on two separate …Read more
Hyndburn Park Primary School has sponsored one of the advertising boards at Accrington Stanley FC ahead of the upcoming 2024/25 EFL League Two season. The school regularly takes part in the club’s big shirt giveaway and will be attending again this …Read more
The college’s campuses in Accrington and Nelson will undergo a significant transformation over the coming months, replacing fossil-fuel-based heating systems as part of an £8 million green energy retrofit. This project aligns with the college’s …Read more
Matt Searle, the boss of the overseas missing persons charity LGB Global, revealed that Jay’s mum and dad, Debbie Duncan and Warren Slater, are making repatriation and funeral plans for their son – whose body was discovered on Monday morning (July 15).Read more
With 0 used Ford Explorer cars in Accrington available on Auto Trader, we have the largest range of cars for sale available across the UK. These deals are based on terms of 8,000 miles, for a 36 month lease with a 6 months initial payment.Read more
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Police are looking to speak to a man regarding a theft at a hardware shop. The man was captured on CCTV at Whewell's Hardware on Bridge Street, Accrington. The incident, which happened last month, led to several items being stolen. A police spokesperson …Read more
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Two Victorian shops that were empty for decades part of a heritage-listed town centre pub are set to be converted back to their original use. The vacant retail units next to Accrington ’s Warners Arms have been bought by Daniel Holt’s DGH Holdings Ltd.Read more
A man is wanted by police in connection with a report of a fire. Police received a report of a fire on Carlisle Road, Accrington, on Monday (July 15). The fire is thought to have been started at around 3am. Officers now wish to speak to the man pictured below.Read more
Police are looking to speak to a man regarding a theft at a hardware shop. The man was captured on CCTV at Whewell's Hardware on Bridge Street, Accrington. The incident, which happened last month, led to several items being stolen. A police spokesperson …Read more
Police are appealing for the public's help to identify a man after a deliberate fire on an Accrington street in the early hours. The incident happened on Carlisle Road on Monday (July 15) and officers say the fire is thought to have been started around 3am.Read more
Police are looking for David Taylor, who has links to Hyndburn and Leyland, over a series of burglaries in Accrington.Read more
David Taylor is wanted following several burglaries that have occurred in Accrington town centre over the past couple of weeks. The 35-year-old, of no abode, has links to the Hyndburn and Leyland. If you have any information of Taylor’s whereabouts, call 101 quoting reference number 04/ZL/27510/24.Read more
Police have issued an appeal to find a homeless man who is wanted in connection with a burglary spree in Accrington. Officers said they want to speak to David Taylor regarding several burglaries that have happened within the town centre over the past couple of weeks.Read more
Preston Crown Court heard how Joshua Houlgrave, of Walmsley Close, Accrington, hit his victim with a hammer on Sunday, February 18. Nasima Patel, prosecuting, told the court that Houlgrave …Read more