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BBC News
6 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Lancashire vicars vs imams cricket contest 'fosters unity'
Vicars and imams have taken inter-faith dialogue into the sporting arena with their own mini cricket vicars took on the county's imams in a close-fought contest at Padiham Cricket Club last week, with the latter winning a nail-biting of Burnley the Rt Rev Dr Joe Kennedy said the match was "a testament to the strength of our shared values" and celebrated "diversity against a background of interfaith friendship and mutual respect".A return match took place on Wednesday at Eccleston Cricket Club, Chorley, in which the vicars won in a dramatic fashion by one run with the final ball of the contest. Teams contesting the annual clash were drawn from vicars of Blackburn Diocese and imams representing the Lancashire Council of Mosques, alongside members of their match was cheered on by spectators and community leaders including mayor of Padiham Alun Lewis and honorary vice president of Building Bridges in Burnley, Carol Pike. While the cricket might have been a tough duel, both sides said the focus was on "unity, respect and sportsmanship".The mosques team won the first game after chasing down a 151-run target set in 17 overs thanks to an unbeaten second-wicket partnership, which saw the clergy team get to a total of imams then secured victory in the final over of their innings with two balls of England skipper Fr Jordan McDermott said: "It was fantastic to be able to play against our good friends at the Lancashire Council of Mosques again in a match which has become a cornerstone of the cricketing calendar in Lancashire." Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
Yahoo
27-07-2025
- Yahoo
Police issue statement after M61 closed with clean-up taking place for hours
Officers closed part of the M61 after three vehicles crashed overnight near Bolton. Police say one person suffered minor injuries following a collision on the northbound carriageway between Rivington Services and junction eight, at Chorley. Emergency services were called out to the scene at 2.45am this morning (July 27). READ MORE: M60 closed in both directions due to police incident READ MORE: 'She's in the middle of the road, there's blood everywhere': Disturbing 999 call recording released after gran mowed down by e-bike National Highways says two lanes of traffic reopened by 6.50am, with one lane remaining closed this afternoon to clean a spillage on the road following the smash. Never miss a story with the MEN's daily Catch Up newsletter - get it in your inbox by signing up here Witnesses are now being urged to come forward with information. A Lancashire Police spokesperson said: "We were called at 2.45am to the northbound carriageway of the M61 between Rivington Services and junction eight. "The emergency services attended and it was found that three vehicles had been in collision. One person suffered minor injuries. Join our Traffic and Travel WhatsApp group HERE "The carriageway was closed for a time while recovery work was done. Two lanes have since reopened. "Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information, please contact 101 – quoting log 0190." --- For the latest stories and breaking news visit Get the latest headlines, features and analysis that matter to you by signing up to our various Manchester Evening News newsletters here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to stay up to date with the latest. Follow us on X @mennewsdesk for all the latest stories and updates on breaking incidents from across the region and beyond, as well as on our Facebook page here. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our newsdesk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it.
BBC News
15-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Montgomery targets Rovers first-team spot
Kristi Montgomery says he wants to be around the Blackburn Rovers first team this season and fight for a place in Valerien Ismael's 21-year-old, who has played in defence and midfield, made his Rovers debut against Sheffield Wednesday in April when Ismael recalled him from a loan spell with National League North side Chorley, following a loan at Marine in the first half of the went on to start the 1-0 win over Luton, only to be sent-off just before the hour, and after serving a one-match ban came off the bench as Rovers won by the same scoreline at Sunderland later in the month."Football changes quickly. Anything can happen. You've just got to take your opportunity when it comes," he told BBC Radio Lancashire."This time last year I was probably thinking about going on loan to Marine, so it's a big contrast from last season but you've just got to be ready."I want to strive for the first team here at Blackburn. Obviously the gaffer is putting some trust in me and I just want to repay that and do my best on the field."Montgomery says he relishes the competition for places in pre-season, adding: "Everyone is fighting for a position. That's the healthy competition there is at the club. "There are a lot of good players and it's going to be tough but you've just got to back yourself."
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tributes flood in for beloved community DJ who died suddenly aged 42
The family of a beloved local DJ who suddenly passed away last week have paid tribute to her, calling her 'one of a kind' with an 'infectious energy' who would 'do anything for anyone'. Preferring not to go by her surname - instead affectionately known to all as Zoey Poey - long-time Salford resident Zoe was 42 years old when she suddenly passed away on July 3. She had been a prolific DJ at venues across the North West, including Back to the Dock in Liverpool and the Vestry bar in Chorley, where she has a residency. READ MORE: Crash at roundabout near M60 leaves two men with 'life-changing' injuries READ MORE: Homes evacuated and roads closed over 'suspicious device' And the Chorley bar is to hold a day of DJ sets and raffle giveaways in her honour next Sunday (July 20). Never miss a story with the MEN's daily Catch Up newsletter - get it in your inbox by signing up here "We're holding a special day to celebrate the life and memory of our beautiful friend," Vestry bar said in a Facebook post. "She brought energy and vibrance to us and lit up the bar every time she walked in." "Let's fill Vestry with the kind of energy and joy Zoe always brought into our lives." Her sister Mia Parkes told the M.E.N that DJing was her passion. "Most of all she loved old school house music," Mia said. "She used to take me and my brother to raves. "She would do anything for anyone. Even it was her last penny, she would give it to someone who needed it. "She had a massive heart, and a kind of infectious energy - people just gravitated towards her." "We are a very close family - and Zoe and I were inseparable." Mia said her sister's death had come as a shock, and that the cause of her death had yet to be ascertained. "We weren't expecting it at all," she said. "It feels like we are stuck in limbo until we can find out - which makes a difficult situation even harder." She has since set-up a GoFundMe to fund her sister's funeral. Remaining funds will go to Zoe's three children, aged 16, 15 and 5, 'left suddenly without their mum'. Despite having only set up the page on Tuesday (July 8), the fund has already reached 75% of its £8k target. "She was popular in the DJing community - even more than we knew," said Mia. "I've been completely blown away by the reception. She was loved by a lot of people." Join the Manchester Evening News WhatsApp group HERE Social media has been awash with tributes to Zoe. In a post on Facebook, Jane Tighe wrote: "Zoey, you were such a beautiful and fun loving girl with a belter sense of humour. Rest well gorgeous girl." Flo Ella wrote: "Zoe was a beautiful soul with such an inner beauty - her death has knocked me for six. "Such a talented DJ and amazing mum." And Callum Watkins wrote: "Our sublime Queen is up there annoying Avicii for a b2b (a set where DJs play together). "Rest in peace you star."
The Sun
12-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
Locals who live near overgrown & derelict theme park inspired by King Arthur say it's better than the council's new plan
A DERELICT theme park inspired by Arthurian legend is set to be demolished - but locals aren't happy. Residents living near Camelot theme park in Chorley have expressed their frustration with the proposed plans. 8 8 8 8 Having closed down over a decade ago, the derelict site has become overgrown and littered with graffiti. It has turned the once-popular theme park into a hot spot for urban explorers and rebellious locals. Despite the 140-acre land laying unused since 2012, locals have protested against new planning proposals that could see the site repurposed. The plan centres on an £80 development that would see 350 homes built on the site. Plans were put forward by Developers Story Homes to Chorley Borough Council on June 20. However, similar plans have twice been rejected - once in 2014, and again in 2017 - since the developers bought the site in 2009. In planning documents they claim it is "well positioned" to support wider regional growth and a "prime location" for a residential development like this. They plan to keep half of the new homes as "affordable" housing after the estimated seven-year project. The developers also hope it will lead to more wide-ranging benefits for the area, bringing in jobs and higher household expenditure. Despite the optimistic proposals, residents in nearby Heskin have argued against the project, with 25 objections to the proposals and just one supporting. They are primarily concerned about the destruction of wildlife on greenbelt land. Others were worried about increased noise and traffic, with the village's population of 1,000 people having "insufficient infrastructure" to cope with new residents. One resident commenting on the proposals said: "There are not enough amenities to cope. How will the schools, GPs, roads cope? They added: "Please leave our greenery and woodland and nature alone." Other residents expressed similar concerns, with one writing: "The development lacks clear provision for new schools, healthcare or transport links - failing to meet the needs of the existing population, let alone new residents." Another resident raised concerns about existing drainage problems in the area. While the report does consider flood risks to the site, they feel it has not adequately considered risk to the existing properties. They wrote: "We have issues with drainage already and with the aforementioned sites we have no idea how this is going to impact the communities with flooding and future issues." Residents generally would rather the site be used to enhance the existing community, for example with a leisure centre, or dedicated woodland trails. Out of the 27 comments on the planning proposal, only one local expressed support for the development. They wrote: "There are some who say there isn't the infrastructure to make this development viable. I would say, there are numerous engineers whose job it is to ensure that there will be enough electricity/drainage etc to ensure the development will be ok. "As long as the development is sympathetic to the local nature, I think it is an ideal use of a brown field site." The planning application does contain reference to a 186.9 square metre community hub "with associated habitat creation, landscaping, open space, parking, footpaths / cycleways, drainage and other infrastructure." 8 8 8 8
