local government district with borough status in Lancashire, England
Video captures 'exchange' moments before driver mowed down homeless man in Accrington town centre
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Guess what Julie Hesmondhalgh was doing in Accrington today 👀
Prison term for Accrington man, 22, found with heroin and crack cocaine: He was first arrested last year.
lep.co.uk/news/crime/prison-term-for-accrington-man-22-found-with-heroin-and-crack-cocaine-9296043
Car driver found guilty of murder after running over man in Accrington town centre
lep.co.uk/news/crime/car-driver-found-guilty-of-murder-after-running-over-man-in-accrington-town-centre-9292490
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage flanked by security as he brands Accrington's barbers and vape shop proof that 'Britain is broken'
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/reform-uk-leader-nigel-farage-34741720
Conversion of town centre warehouse into 18-bed HMO rejected: Plans to create a large 18-bed HMO just a stone's throw from Accrington town centre have been ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26642931.conversion-town-centre-warehouse-18-bed-hmo-rejected/
Nigel Farage - Britain is broken and Reform will fix it in 100 days: In an op-ed for the Lancashire Telegraph ahead of a visit to Hyndburn ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26614439.nigel-farage---britain-broken-reform-will-fix-100-days/
Accrington woman, 54, found dead at her flat in town centre: Katrina Knight died on September 13
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/accrington-woman-54-found-dead-34735581
Nigel Farage reveals his plan to sort NHS corridor care crisis: The leader of Reform UK Nigel Farage backed his local county council boss in raising concerns ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26620752.nigel-farage-reveals-plan-sort-nhs-corridor-care-crisis/
Accrington man pleads guilty to manslaughter ahead of murder trial: An Accrington man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter but will still be tried on a murder ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26614325.accrington-man-pleads-guilty-manslaughter-ahead-murder-trial/
Live Updates – Lorry fire closes M65 near Accrington: The M65 was shut this morning following a lorry fire We will have all the updates here
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26596618.live-updates---lorry-fire-closes-m65-near-accrington/
Hyndburn Council backs motion on Kashmir crackdown concerns: Councils across the region have seen more motions submitted about one international incident in ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26587321.hyndburn-council-backs-motion-kashmir-crackdown-concerns/
War hero who died with no family honoured by fellow veterans after funeral appeal
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Accrington paedo thought he was talking to girl, 13, online: An Accrington man engaged in online sexual communications with a girl he believed was 13 and has ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26592754.accrington-paedo-thought-talking-girl-13-online/
Accrington Pride to return with bigger event in 2027: Accrington Pride is preparing for a major comeback in 2027, with a Halloween-themed fundraiser set to ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26567517.accrington-pride-return-bigger-event-2027/
Accrington man buys second home aged just 24 thanks to six-year saving trick: Jacob Waddington bought his first property at 23, renovated it, and has now secured ...
lancs.live/news/real-life/accrington-man-buys-second-home-34635461
Accrington man buys second home aged just 24 thanks to six-year saving trick: Jacob Waddington bought his first property at 23, renovated it, and has now secured ...
lancs.live/news/real-life/accrington-man-buys-second-home-34635461
Accrington Stanley fans queuing round ground for cup tickets: Cup fever left Accrington Stanley fans queuing round the block as they wanted to make sure they got ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26573101.accrington-stanley-fans-queuing-round-ground-cup-tickets/
Motorcyclist, 26, died after crashing 'at speed' into a car in Accrington: Alex Chambers died from major trauma
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/motorcyclist-26-died-after-crashing-34602767
Tributes to 'Mr Huncoat' Dave Parkins after much-loved Hyndburn councillor dies: "He worked incredibly hard for Huncoat and was always there for people ...
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/tributes-mr-huncoat-dave-parkins-34617932
Accrington DIY store damaged in fire started by 10-year-old: An arson attack at an Accrington DIY store saw stock valued at over £100,000 go up in flames in ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26560222.accrington-diy-store-damaged-fire-started-10-year-old/
Police seek Accrington man wanted over theft offences: Lancashire Police are looking for a man from Accrington who has gold-coloured capped teeth.
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26555963.police-seek-accrington-man-wanted-theft-offences/
WATCH: Dramatic police footage shows the moment an off-road biker crashed after failing to stop for officers in Accrington on Sunday 🏍️💥
The rider was part of ... Show more
Nine teenagers found in back of stolen Transit van in Rishton: Nine teenagers were discovered in the back of a stolen transit van in Hyndburn.
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26544689.nine-teenagers-found-back-stolen-transit-van-rishton/
Council finds no animal welfare concerns at Accrington Riding Centre: Hyndburn Council said it has found "no animal welfare concerns" at an Accrington ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26511847.hyndburn-council-investigating-horse-riding-centre-allegations/
Lancashire horse riding centre investigated by council over 'shocking' video footage
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/lancashire-horse-riding-centre-investigated-34533563
Jurassic Park and Thunderbirds carts thrill crowds at Soapbox Challenge: The hugely popular event returned with a new mega ramp and spectacular themed carts
lancs.live/whats-on/whats-on-news/gallery/jurassic-park-thunderbirds-carts-thrill-34549417
Vacant Accrington town centre warehouse could become 18-bed HMO: The proposal comes despite council policy aimed at limiting new HMOs
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/vacant-accrington-town-centre-warehouse-34531823
Illegal tobacco and fireworks seized in Accrington raids: A crackdown on Accrington retailers has uncovered illegal tobacco, vapes, prescription medication and ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26497190.illegal-tobacco-fireworks-seized-accrington-raids/
Empty Accrington offices to become new school as demand for SEND places surges: The approved scheme will create a specialist facility for up to 25 children with ...
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/empty-accrington-offices-become-new-34529239
Accrington shops targeted as police seize fireworks and prescription drugs: Officers uncovered thousands of pounds worth of illicit goods during inspections
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/accrington-shops-targeted-police-seize-34520104
Police activity in Accrington explained after four people arrested: Officers from two teams were out in force across the town
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/police-activity-accrington-explained-after-34523890
Accrington pervert took covert photos of 15-year-old girl: An Accrington pervert who was trusted as a family friend took covert pictures of a 15-year-old girl.
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26462961.accrington-pervert-took-covert-photos-15-year-old-girl/
Hyndburn group’s defence classes led by former neo-Nazi: An investigation has uncovered links between a community volunteer organisation in East Lancashire and a ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26461060.hyndburn-groups-defence-classes-led-former-neo-nazi/
How's he got stuck there?! Six-year-old Jason got stuck in the handrail at Accrington Arndale. (don't worry, he got out safely and unharmed!)
Accrington's former Victoria Hospital approved for demolition: Hyndburn Borough Council has approved plans to knock down a derelict historic hospital in ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26446869.derelict-community-hospital-approved-demolition/
Landlords of The Abbey, Accrington to retire after 19 years: The landlords of a pub in Accrington are preparing to retire after 19 years behind the bar
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26449707.landlords-abbey-accrington-retire-19-years/
Brazen but bungling thieves ram raid Accrington jewellers in dramatic CCTV clip: The three men make repeated attempts to crash through the window
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/brazen-bungling-thieves-ram-raid-34440945
Hyndburn community groups cash in on Action Fund to help projects across borough: The grants will ensure youngsters can continue to benefit from groups such as ...
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/hydburn-community-groups-cash-action-34410886
Accrington: New Covid memorial at Hyndburn Cemetery: A memorial has been unveiled to honour those who died during the Covid-19 pandemic.
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26442258.accrington-new-covid-memorial-hyndburn-cemetery/
Accrington Market Hall café and bar to be council-run: When the long-awaited revamped Accrington Market Hall reopens to the public later this year ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26442286.accrington-market-hall-caf-bar-council-run/
Police release image of wanted man who has links to Burnley, Padiham and Accrington
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/police-release-image-wanted-man-34404710
Lancashire councillor's Facebook posts 'made colleagues feel unsafe', hearing told
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Bin collections cancelled due to inconsiderate parking: Hyndburn Council is asking residents to be more considerate on bin day
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/bin-collections-cancelled-due-inconsiderate-34380227
Grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed removed from Accrington: The Rochdale grooming gang leader has been removed from a hostel in Accrington ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26284522.grooming-gang-leader-shabir-ahmed-removed-accrington/
Plans to build almost 4,000 homes across Hyndburn over next 14 years - and here's where
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/plans-build-almost-4000-homes-34344696
Accrington man who kicked dog banned from keeping animals: An Accrington man has been banned from keeping animals for 10 years.
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26408165.accrington-man-kicked-dog-banned-keeping-animals/
Police want to speak to this man after a burglary in Accrington: Officers are trying to locate Ashley Spencer
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/police-want-speak-man-after-34350259
Two men from Church fined over back alley fly-tipping: Two men from Church have been convicted and sentenced following separate fly-tipping incidents on back ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26401631.two-men-church-fined-back-alley-fly-tipping/
Burnley to merge with Blackburn, Pendle, Rossendale and Hyndburn in new council: Burnley Council's leader has described the Government's plans to merge Burnley ...
burnleyexpress.net/news/politics/burnley-to-merge-with-blackburn-pendle-rossendale-and-hyndburn-in-new-council-8804653
Grooming gang leader forced to relocate after address leaked on social media: Pakistani-born Ahmed, 73, was living at a hostel in Accrington, Lancashire ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/grooming-gang-leader-forced-relocate-37439524
Tabletop Dominion, Accrington, hoping to reinvogorate high street: Accrington’s self-proclaimed “coolest nerds” are on a mission to breathe new life into the ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26272451.tabletop-dominion-accrington-hoping-reinvogorate-high-street/
Accrington's St Christopher's C of E High School attended by numerous Burnley pupils praised by Ofsted inspectors
burnleyexpress.net/education/accringtons-st-christophers-c-of-e-high-school-attended-by-numerous-burnley-pupils-praised-by-ofsted-inspectors-8772533
RSPCA Lancashire East animal centre saved from closure after community raises more than £110,000
burnleyexpress.net/community/rspca-lancashire-east-animal-centre-saved-from-closure-after-community-raises-more-than-ps110000-8760672
M65 crash LIVE as traffic at standstill with miles of queues: The carriageway is closed as emergency services respond
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/m65-crash-live-traffic-standstill-34176845
Young girl punched in sustained attack in Accrington: The footage shows two girls beating another young girl at Accrington train station on Saturday June 7 ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26188508.young-girl-punched-sustain-attack-accrington/
WATCH: This is the dramatic moment police barged through the door at a property on Burnley Road in Accrington to carry out a drugs warrant 😲
A 37-year-old ... Show more
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CAPO named as one of UK's fastest growing business by Times: An Accrington clothing company has been named on the list of the UK’s fastest-growing private ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26166902.capo-named-one-uks-fastest-growing-business-times/
Man in his 20s dies after horror motorbike and car crash in Accrington: The road was closed in both directions for several hours while collision investigators ...
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/man-20s-dies-after-horror-33989117
Accrington HMO rejected after residents launch petition: A new seven-bed HMO will not be developed in Accrington following a petition objecting to the ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26119243.accrington-hmo-rejected-residents-launch-petition/
Appeal after motorcyclist dies following crash in Accrington: The motorcyclist was taken to hospital with life threatening injuries after the crash in Queen ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26129007.appeal-motorcyclist-dies-following-crash-accrington/
Accrington man jailed for forcibly imprisoning his partner: An Accrington man who locked his partner in his home and barber shop on multiple occasions has been ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26111350.accrington-man-jailed-forcibly-imprisoning-partner/
Lancashire local elections LIVE as Labour loses control of Blackburn Council: There are crucial elections taking place in Chorley, Hyndburn, Preston, Burnley ...
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/lancashire-local-elections-2026-live-33909183
Day of traffic chaos on M65 after three incidents: Major delays hit M65 in Lancashire on 11 May after animals on the road, a multi-vehicle crash near Accrington ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26097404.day-traffic-chaos-m65-three-incidents/
Convicted murderer who killed Accrington dad-of-six found dead in prison cell: Mehretab Zemicael stabbed Gary Brisco to death at a hostel
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/convicted-murderer-who-killed-accrington-33882729
Cannabis farm found in Accrington after police swoop on flat: The grow was dismantled and destroyed
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/cannabis-farm-found-accrington-after-33894271
Hyndburn Borough Council elections 2026 results in full as Reform makes huge gains
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/hyndburn-borough-council-elections-2026-33906304
Accrington cabbie prosecuted for picking up fares in Blackpool: Danyal Masood was given eight penalty points
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/accrington-cabbie-prosecuted-picking-up-33898752
All change in Hyndburn but Labour retain control by just one council seat: Eight councillors have lost their seats
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/change-hyndburn-labour-retain-control-33915468
Great Harwood and Rishton GP surgeries could close permanently: Two Hyndburn family doctors’ surgeries face shutting permanently.
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26070359.great-harwood-rishton-gp-practices-face-closure/
Four teenagers arrested on suspicion of murder after man killed in Accrington suspected hit-and-run
itv.com/news/granada/2026-04-24/four-teenagers-arrested-after-man-killed-in-suspected-hit-and-run
Accrington murder accused makes first Crown Court appearance: A man from Accrington accused of murder has made his first Crown Court appearance.
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26060200.accrington-murder-accused-makes-first-crown-court-appearance/
Accrington girl, 13, missed 'three doses of epilepsy meds' before fatal seizure in bath
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/accrington-girl-13-missed-three-33819985
Man dies following collision in Accrington : Police say that the VW Passat failed to stop at the scene and was later found abandoned on Barden Road
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/man-dies-following-collision-accrington-33822048
Tributes paid to man at centre of Accrington murder probe: A man at the centre of a murder investigation after a junction crash has been named and hailed as a ...
theboltonnews.co.uk/news/26052497.accrington-tributes-paid-man-centre-murder-probe/
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was hit by a car in Accrington. Emergency services were called to the junction of Blackburn Road and Birch ... Show more
