Accrington3 days agoFormer BBC journalist swaps newsroom for train cabFormer BBC newsreader Alex Worsick says becoming a train driver at the age of 47 has been a great fit.3 days ago4 days agoSoapbox challenge sees thousands descend on townThe Amazing Accrington Soapbox Challenge saw a range of carts competing in the film-themed race.4 days ago19 Aug 2026'We thought we were going to die in rhino attack'Zoe Farmer claims the attraction "washed their hands" over the families affected.19 Aug 202611 Aug 2026Derelict hospital to be replaced by community hubAccrington Victoria Hospital will be demolished after it was closed in 2024 due to structural failure.11 Aug 20264 Aug 2026'My partner's killer should not be up for release'Calvin Buckley says the man who killed his wife in a car crash shouldn't be eligible for early release.4 Aug 202616 Jul 2026Grooming gang leader was housed near playground A Lancashire MP says she is "disgusted" paedophile Shabir Ahmed was placed into "our community".16 Jul 20269 Jul 2026Sculpture commemorates WW1 impact on townThe artwork commemorates the Accrington Pals, who were nearly wiped out in the Battle of the Somme.9 Jul 202626 Jun 2026'Overwhelming' support helps RSPCA shelter stay openAccrington RSPCA centre manager, Jeanette Ainscough, said staff are "absolutely over the moon".26 Jun 202625 Jun 2026Car parking scam nearly cost day-tripper £1,300Philip Miller unwittingly scanned a fake QR code to pay for parking on a day out in Blackpool.25 Jun 2026...
