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MAKEOVER WIN PUB LAUNCHES X-FACTOR STYLE OPEN DAY
A Chorley pub is set to host an X-Factor style open day in order to find the best painter and decorator to oversee its £2,000 makeover. The Potters Arms, on Brooke Street, won the business boosting makeover after triumphing in the 'Paint and a Pint' competition set up by one of the UK's leading paint brands, Glidden Trade. The competition judges selected The Potters Arms for one of the top prizes due to the pub owners'... -
POLL: How will you be celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee?
THERE is only a month to go before the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and Chorley People want to hear how you plan to celebrate this truly historic occasion on 2nd-5th June 2012. You can share your preferred choice of 'Jubilee jaunt' by completing the poll. Will you be toasting the Queen's big day with a glass of Champers or brewing the perfect English pot of tea in Her Majesty's honour? Will you be feasting on the country's traditional dish... -
Should St George's Day be a public holiday? (VOTE)
The Easter bank holidays are over and, though there is another coming up in May, attention is mostly focused on the long weekend coming up in June to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Though, for most, this additional bank holiday is very much welcome, do you think the sort of national pride set to grip the country this summer should be celebrated every year with a special bank holiday? The most popular choice would most likely... -
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Survey reveals local pride in appearance of Lancashire's towns
People take pride in the appearance of Lancashire's towns, a new survey reveals. Findings are announced today of the first Town Survey conducted by localpeople.co.uk which polled more than 5,000 people across its network of 165 community sites, including Chorley People. And Lancashire scored highly for the appearance of its towns. Only 14 per cent of voters said streets in their town could stand to be cleaner, meaning refuse... -
What do you think about Chorley? Join in our Annual Town Survey
WHAT do you love about Chorley and what would you like to see improved? Local People is running its first town survey throughout March and we want you to tell us what you think about Chorley. Whether you've only just moved to the area or you've lived in and around the town your whole life, this is your opportunity to have your say on where you live. We are currently running three polls which we'd like you to answer. Click on the...
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CELEBRATING ST GEORGE'S DAY IN CHORLEY
CHORLEY is gearing up for a variety of activities in celebration of St George's Day next month. The events are being co-ordinated by Chorley Council to mark the patron saint of England's day on April 23. Councillor John Walker, Chorley Council's Executive Member (People) said "We've got street entertainment, dancers, a St George's Festival and a whole host of family activities planned. "We want to... -
CENOTAPH GETS A NEW LOOK
PEOPLE walking through Astley Park will be able to enjoy better views of the cenotaph after thick shrubbery was removed to make the area more befitting of its importance. Rhododendrons and a variety of other shrubs were cut back earlier in the week by Chorley Council to reduce anti social behaviour and make way for a new footpath that will improve access to the popular park. Councillor John Walker, who is... -
Chorley Empire Community Cinema would like you to join them for two special occasions.
On Thursday 25th November, they're showing the Frank Sinatra film Pal Joey, about a man torn between good girl Linda (Kim Novak) and Chorus Girl Vera (Rita Hayworth). The classic musical romance features the song "The Lady Is A Tramp" and is part of the Afternoon Classics strand, meaning entrance is just £2 and Cream Teas are on offer for £1. As an extra incentive to come, BBC Radio 4's Film Programme will... -
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Save Chorley School Sport Partnership!!
What now for School Sport and Physical Education? Save School Sport Partnerships! The sweeping cuts to school sport funding announced in the comprehensive spending review left all of us here at Chorley School Sport Partnership bitterly disappointed, but with a determination to continue on our mission to build a brighter future for every young person through PE and sport. Our real concern is for the millions of... -
Police appeal for missing Preston man
POLICE are appealing for information about the whereabouts of a 27 year old man from Preston who has been missing since yesterday. Simon Milner was last seen at his home address yesterday (Monday 6 September) morning, but hasn't been in contact with his family since. He is described as white, with short, dark brown hair which is thinning. He has a beard and also wears glasses. Simon was last seen...
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Will there be any St Georges Day Celebrations in Chorley this year?