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Josh Woods shortlisted for League Two Player of Month
Accrington Stanley midfielder Josh Woods has been shortlisted for the Sky Bet League Two Player of the Month award for October. He scored four goals in 290 minutes and helped the club extend its unbeaten run and move…
John Doolan shortlisted for League Two Manager award
Accrington Stanley manager John Doolan has been shortlisted for the Sky Bet League Two Manager of the Month award for October. Stanley earned 12 points from six unbeaten league matches despite a lengthy injury list…
Ex-Swindon Town man Ronan Darcy signs for Accrington Stanley
Former Swindon Town midfielder Ronan Darcy has signed a short-term contract with League Two side Accrington Stanley. The 26-year-old joined the club following a successful trial period, three months after his release…
Darcy secures League Two contract
Former Wigan Athletic midfielder Ronan Darcy has signed a short-term contract with League Two side Accrington Stanley. The 26-year-old joined the club following a successful trial period after departing Wigan by mutual…
Hyndburn planning applications received up to November 8
Hyndburn Borough Council has released a list of planning applications registered for the week ending November 8. The applications include various residential extensions, alterations to local commercial properties such…
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Locals have their say as shopping centre is voted second worst in the UK
Accrington's Arndale Shopping Centre has been ranked as the second worst in the UK, drawing criticism from local residents who describe the facility as a 'ghost town.' The centre has long struggled with high vacancy…
'I exposed a huge scandal under Andy Burnham's nose
In an opinion piece for the Express, investigations editor Zak Garner-Purkis argues that Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces significant challenges in his pledge to revitalize the British high street. The investigation…
New scandal in UK town with 14 vape shops where barely any staff spe...
An investigation has uncovered a network of vape shops in North West England allegedly linked to organised crime and 'ghost directors'. The report suggests these businesses may be exploiting asylum seekers and…
Tom Hounsell hails Wycombe’s strength in depth after win at Accrington
Wycombe Wanderers head coach Tom Hounsell praised his squad's depth after a 2-0 victory over Accrington Stanley in the FA Cup. Despite making eight changes to the starting lineup, Wycombe secured their place in the…
Wycombe brush aside Accrington to book spot in FA Cup second round
League One side Wycombe Wanderers advanced to the second round of the FA Cup with a 2-0 victory over League Two Accrington Stanley. Connor Taylor opened the scoring in the fifth minute, and Daniel Harvie added a second…
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Accrington Stanley sign ex-Bolton and Wigan man Ronan Darcy
Accrington Stanley have officially signed midfielder Ronan Darcy on a short-term contract following his departure from Wigan Athletic. The 26-year-old, who previously played for Bolton Wanderers and Crawley Town, had…
Just Eat delivery driver, 50, assaulted over unpaid food bill of £29.46
A 50-year-old delivery driver for Lalas takeaway in Accrington was assaulted during a delivery on Thursday evening. The driver was pushed and had food snatched from his hands over an unpaid order of £29.46. The takeaway…
The woodland park in Accrington with links to the real Alice in Wonderland
Oak Hill Park in Accrington offers a historic woodland setting with unique ties to Alice Liddell, the inspiration for Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. The park, which opened in 1893, features a duck pond, a pagoda…
Market to re-open within weeks but some aren't convinced
Accrington Market Hall is set to reopen in the coming weeks following a major renovation project funded by the government's 'Levelling up' scheme. While the project aims to transform the historic site into a vibrant…
The out-of-town woods created by a notorious railway line
Woodnook Vale Local Nature Reserve in Accrington offers visitors a unique glimpse into industrial history. The 50-hectare site, which follows the route of the former Accrington to Baxenden railway line, features…
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Man arrested and charged after stealing petrol from Shell service station
Mark Ellis, 50, of Accrington, has been arrested and charged with multiple offences, including making off without payment after stealing £113 worth of petrol from a Shell service station. Police apprehended Ellis in…
Accrington Stanley vs Wycombe Wanderers - prediction, team news, lineups
Accrington Stanley welcomes Wycombe Wanderers to the Crown Ground this Saturday for the first round of the FA Cup. Accrington enters the match on a 10-game unbeaten run, showing significant improvement after a difficult…
Thousands of fake designer goods sold in Accrington town centre shop
Lancashire Police and Trading Standards have seized over 2,500 counterfeit items from a shop in Accrington town centre. The haul included clothing, perfume, trainers, and make-up. Authorities emphasized that the sale of…
Hyndburn planning applications received up to November 1
Hyndburn Borough Council has registered several planning applications for the week ending November 1. Proposals include the erection of an agricultural building in Rishton, the installation of signage at…
Mum asks 'who could be so cruel?' as money from memorial fund goes missing
A grieving mother is appealing for information after £600 intended for her son's memorial fund was stolen from her home. Her 14-year-old son, Ryan-Liam Morgan, was killed in a 2025 crash caused by his father, Daniel…
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Communities prepare to come together for poignant weekend of remembrance events
Hyndburn Borough Council has announced a series of Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day events across the borough to honor fallen service members. Services and parades will take place on November 8, followed by a…
Couple who left cats in squalor 'claimed their mop had broken'
A couple from Accrington, Gail Turner and Andrew Hogg, have been banned from keeping animals for life and received a suspended jail sentence following an RSPCA investigation. The pair neglected 13 cats, which were found…
Cobblers had 'frank' and 'honest' discussion about poor first half at Accrington
Cobblers manager Chris Hogg held a frank and honest discussion with his players following a disappointing first-half performance during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Accrington. Despite the team's struggles, Hogg praised…
Lancs shopping centre 'UK's second worst' as shoppers blame one shop's closure
Accrington Arndale has been ranked as the UK's second-worst shopping centre in a new study by OK T-Shirt, based on Google reviews. Shoppers frequently cite the closure of major retailers, such as Marks & Spencer, and…
Hollywood actor who's worked alongside Tom Cruise returns to hometown
Hollywood actor James Dryden, known for his roles in Deadpool & Wolverine and Ready Player One, returned to his hometown of Accrington this weekend. The Clayton-born actor visited the Wham Stadium to watch Accrington…
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Tributes to former fire chief and magistrate Bill Riley
Tributes have been paid to Bill Riley, a former Divisional Commander for Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service and long-serving magistrate, who passed away on October 24 at the age of 83. A resident of Oswaldtwistle, Riley…
Making pies in Lancashire for 175 years
Holland's Pies, based near Accrington, is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year. The long-standing company, a staple of the Lancashire food industry, currently produces between 800,000 and 900,000 pies, pastries…
Hogg confirms reason for half-time subs and dissects first half problems
Northampton Town manager Chris Hogg has addressed his side's difficult first half during their recent match against Accrington Stanley. Hogg admitted that his team struggled to control the midfield and lost too many…
Elliott List talks through his last-gasp leveller at Accy
Elliott List secured a dramatic point for Northampton Town with a 92nd-minute equalizer against Accrington Stanley at Wham Stadium. Coming off the bench in the second half, the 29-year-old forward capitalized on a late…