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Shop set to be developed despite fears
New plans have been given the green light to transform a Leyland supermarket.
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Push for progress in mill regeneration plan
An MP has added his voice to calls to regenerate a run-down former mill site, dubbed a “blight” on Bamber Bridge.
MP in police ‘hatred’ denial
Police Minister Nick Herbert denied he hated the police when put on the spot by a Lancashire officer.
Bubble bursts for Apprentice Jenna
She had her eyes on the prize for nine weeks but South Ribble Apprentice candidate Jenna Whittingham was finally beaten in the boardroom last night.
Sport
Great to get back to winning ways
Leyland CC skipper Dave Makinson tells us his thoughts about the past week’s matches
Clean sweep of wins for Leyland
Northern League Premier Division
Leyland 1st XI 136-8 Carnforth 58 all out
Worden on top of their game
These budding Michael Jordans are celebrating after success in district championships.
Lifestyle
Restaurant Review - Yew Tree Inn, Chorley
Mal Morris decided to take time out of his schedule to visit the idyllic Yew Tree restaurant
Theatre Review - Natural Causes, Chorley Little Theatre
This latest CADOS production, ‘Natural Causes’ by Eric Chappell (perhaps best-known for his ‘Rising Damp’ TV script), drew large audiences to the Little Theatre last week.
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Restaurant Review - Rose and Crown, Farington
You can’t turn your nose up at a £3 curry, says reviewer Kay Taylor
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Theatre Review - Swallows and Amazons, Blackpool Grand Theatre
If you’re old enough to remember when penknives were a reward rather than a deadly weapon, or when children declaring they were bored was very nearly a hanging offence, then you have probably already read Arthur Ransome’s children’s novel – and adopted it as your template for life.
Theatre Review - Sylvia’s Wedding, Hoghton Village Hall
For years, Hoghton Players have been packing in the crowds with their refreshing and entertaining shows.
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Community
Footballer praise for ‘gentle’ and ‘kind’ team
A proud mum has sung the praises of a Chorley football team’s behaviour towards her down syndrome son.
Force pay tribute to volunteers
A group of tremendous Chorley volunteers were recognised at a special Lancashire Constabulary awards evening.
David Gest believes in former The Voice contestants track
The debut single of determined singers has caught the attention of a media personality.
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Celebrating 60 years of ‘selling the Chorley Guardian’
Culshaw Newsagents in Chorley will be celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, in line with the Diamond Jubilee.
Signed Super 8 Cynics will record Ricky Gervais track as first single
A rising ‘new-wave’ band who have just been signed are delighted to announce details of their first single.
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Weather for Leyland
Saturday 19 May 2012
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