Fears over flats plan in village which would have no parking included
A plan for new apartments in a historic Pendle town has been criticised as an imitation ‘pastiche’ of a textile mill and issues raised over parking.
Review requests needed to tackle drink and drug-fuelled carnage in village
Ribble Valley councillors were told review calls are needed to take action against the drink and drug-fuelled carnage blighting the village of Whalley.
Future of charity behind garden and youth hub in doubt amid £100k funding gap
The future of a new community youth centre is in doubt after the local council said it was unable to commit to covering a £100,000 funding gap.
New steps in attempt to control village nightlife problems
New steps have been taken in efforts to tackle problems in Whalley around late-night noise, litter, disturbance, anti-social behaviour and alleged crime.
Food festival hailed success thanks to record crowds and costing 'less than expected'
This summer’s Clitheroe Food Festival attracted record crowds, cost Ribble Valley Council less than expected; and businesses, residents and visitors want another next year, councillors are being told.
Shopkeeper with ‘no regard’ for children’s safety sold illegal vape to 13-year-old
A Rossendale shop has had a licence bid rejected after repeatedly selling vapes to children and having illegal products on its premises.
Pitches, playgrounds and telecoms to get rural aid boost
The Ribble Valley's sports pitches, playgrounds, broadband, EV charging points, solar panels, car parks and toilets are set for cash boosts.
Council leader defends Ribble Valley private schools amid VAT fees debate
AN East Lancs council leader has launched a defence of private school arrangements amid government plans to introduce VAT on their fees.
Clitheroe Market upgrades to avoid important pre-Christmas trading days
Improvements to Clitheroe Market should begin ‘as soon as possible’ but work will avoid important Christmas trading days, councillors are being told.
Report finds allegations senior councillor was 'intimidating' to colleague proven
An independent report has found senior Pendle councillor David Whipp breached the council's code of conduct through 'intimidating' behaviour.
