Lancashire Evening Post (Preston, England) back issues from May 2007:
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Corporal jailed for Iraqi abuse.
May 01, 2007 ... Britain's first war criminal, a soldier based in Preston, has been dismissed from the Army and sentenced to one year in a civilian jail. Corporal Donald Payne, 36, admitted a charge of inhuman treatment of Iraqi civilians in Basra in 2003. He was among the first ...
Mosquito meeting ends in farce.
May 01, 2007 ... Controversial Mosquito devices can be used freely in Preston after bumbling councillors failed to come up with a decision on their future. A Town Hall debate on the gadgets, designed to disperse groups of teenagers by emitting a high-pitched sound, descended into farce. ...
Cool heads rule in crisis test (slideshow).
May 01, 2007 ... Hundreds of people were evacuated from their homes after a fire broke out in Preston North End's new stand - but thankfully it was all a work of fiction. Homes within a 200 metre radius of the stadium were cleared amid fears explosive cylinders might blow up. The ...
Blair to reveal exit plans.
May 01, 2007 ... Tony Blair will next week announce his intention to stand down as Prime Minister - paving the way for Gordon Brown to enter Downing Street by the end of June. On Tuesday morning, Mr Blair confirmed: "I will make may position clear next week. I will say something definitive ...
Police fail to halt new restaurant.
May 01, 2007 ... A new [pounds sterling]500,000 restaurant has been approved - despite opposition from police who fear it will increase crime in a notorious city centre street. Police had told members of Preston Council's licensing committee that any new bar could add to the drunken violence ...
Business dream of young.
May 01, 2007 ... More than 40% of youngsters want to learn how to set up their own business, according to findings of a Preston youth project. And one in three wants to take up the ancient craft of wood carving. The Ribbleton-based charity DCT Making Dreams Come True Ltd has been ...
County hit as thousands strike.
May 01, 2007 ... More than 20,000 civil servants walked out across Lancashire on Tuesday, badly disrupting some services. Job centres, tax offices and the national Disability Carers' Allowance Centre were all running on a "skeleton staff" as hundreds took to the picket lines as part of a dispute ...
20,000 civil servants walk out.
May 01, 2007 ... More than 20,000 civil servants went on strike across Lancashire today, badly disrupting some services. Job centres, tax offices and the national Disability Carers' Allowance Centre were all running on a "skeleton staff" as hundreds took to the picket lines as part of a dispute ...
Dog rescued from sea.
May 01, 2007 ... Lifeboat crews were called to rescue a dog found floating in the sea off the coast of Morecambe. The border collie was ...
Lancashire round-up 01/05/07.
May 01, 2007 ... Daily round-up of news from across Lancashire. Fulwood: The proposed park and ride facility in north Preston has been granted planning permission. The 531-space car park at Bluebell Way, Fulwood, was approved by Lancashire County Council's planning bosses. ...
City raids linked to animal rights extremists.
May 01, 2007 ... Police have raided a house in Preston in operation which has seen 30 properties across Europe targeted. About 300 officers were involved in the "substantial'' operation, which was part of an investigation into criminal activity linked to animal rights extremism, a police ...
Opinion divided on [pounds sterling]45,000 art.
May 01, 2007 ... Some think it's a bridge too far while others say it's the shape of things to come. But one thing's for sure - a [pounds sterling]45,000 piece of public art in Plungington, Preston, is certainly turning heads. People walking and driving along Brook Street and ...
In the dock 01/05/07.
May 01, 2007 ... Court news from across Lancashire. Race attacker given a curfew A Preston man convicted of assaulting two men and a woman in a racially-aggravated attack has been electronically tagged. Paul Joseph Knowles, 22, of Dodgson Road, Ribbleton, was given a ...
News at a glance 01/05/07.
May 01, 2007 ... News in brief from across Lancashire. A night of wine and music A CONCERT in aid of the Ashton Hall organ restoration project will be held on Saturday. Sounds Great will include choral, solo and organ music at Ashton Hall in George Street, Lancaster. ...
News shorts 01/05/07.
May 01, 2007 ... Daily round up of news from across Lancashire. Pylon suicide bid averted A man climbed 60ft up an electricity pylon and threatened to commit suicide before being talked down by police. Officers were called to the incident on Birkdale Drive in Savick, ...
Glass of water stops inferno.
May 01, 2007 ... A man was praised by firefighters after he used a jet washer to tackle a fire in his neighbour's shed. The man, from Lincoln Road, Lancaster, had come downstairs at around 2am on Saturday to get a glass of water when he spotted that the shed and part of a fence were well alight ...
Vandals to blame for house fire.
May 01, 2007 ... A living room was destroyed and six neighbouring homes had to be cleared of smoke after a fire broke out in an empty house. Police and fire officials have now launched an investigation after vandals broke into the property on Chatsworth Street in Ribbleton, Preston, and set ...
Owl trapped in roof's wire mesh.
May 01, 2007 ... Firefighters had to use an aerial platform to rescue an owl trapped on a Preston city centre roof. The tawny owl became tangled in wire mesh used to keep pigeons off County Hall, Pitt Street, on Saturday morning. Passers-by raised the alarm after seeing its struggles ....
Man on child porn charges.
May 01, 2007 ... A man has appeared in court charged with 31 separate offences of making indecent photographs of children. Mark Fazackerley, 34, of Ramsey Avenue, Holme Slack, Preston, appeared at Preston Magistrates Court and ...
Volunteers clean up wood.
May 01, 2007 ... A Preston wood has undergone a spring clean thanks to the efforts of a small army of volunteers. Between 30 and 40 people turned out during the course of the day to help tidy up Larches Wood, on the corner of Elswick Road and Larches Lane. Local residents, park ...
Battle-call to tackle green invaders.
May 01, 2007 ... Gardeners may unwittingly contribute to the destruction of native plants and animal species by introducing foreign plants into garden ponds, Lancashire Wildlife Trust has warned. Invasive non-native species like parrot's feather, New Zealand pygmy weed, floating pennywort and ...
Brigadoon to bring music to the masses.
May 01, 2007 ... Songs from classic musical Brigadoon will be brought to life at Southport's Wayfarers Arcade on Saturday, May 5. Birkdale Orpheus Society will perform numbers from the show, including Waitin' for My Dearie and Almost Like Being in Love. Liz Clarke, Fiona in the ...
Concern over web dangers.
May 01, 2007 ... Ribble Valley MP Nigel Evans is drawing up a report to highlight the dangers of an internet phenomenon called the Deep Web. Deep Web refers to a vast amount of information which is not part of the World Wide Web and cannot currently be found using search engines. Mr ...
Crime file 01/05/07.
May 01, 2007 ... Crime news from across Lancashire. Vandals to blame for house fire A living room was destroyed and six neighbouring homes had to be cleared of smoke after a fire broke out in an empty house. Police and fire officials have now launched an investigation after ...
Guided walks celebrate city heritage.
May 01, 2007 ... Guided walks around Preston showing off the city's heritage are set to return on May 2. Lancashire Blue Badge guides will be in Preston every Wednesday until October, taking tourists around some of the most important buildings in the city and talking about its history. ...
Home support at Deepdale is outstanding!
May 01, 2007 ... The side may have lost 1-0, but at least nearly 200 fans had the chance to visit their first big match at Deepdale. Salya Homes, which sponsors the Sir Tom Finney stand, gave 197 fans a chance to watch the North End-Leicester City game. The guests included people from ...
Warburtons boss praises family brand ethic.
May 01, 2007 ... Bread boss Jonathan Warburton has revealed the secret recipe behind the North West manufacturers' success - family values. The chairman of the famous firm told an audience of business people that knowing what made a brand was what had developed Warburtons into one of the ...
Immigration law 'will hit catering'.
May 01, 2007 ... A new points-based immigration system will cut red tape for companies taking on migrant workers, according to a Preston employment expert. Bu Jon Keeble, a partner at law firm DWF, warned the new system is likely to restrict the supply of workers in sectors such as catering and ...
Booths drink claims to ease blood pressure.(Company overview)
May 01, 2007 ... Supermarket chain Booths is to launch a new bottled water range which claims to tackle high blood pressure. The 120/80 spring water will be available in Booths branches across the county later this month with bosses saying it is the first brand of its kind on the market. ...
Non-stick Nigel makes his nautical mark.
May 01, 2007 ... Not many businessmen would be happy to be known as the 'Nutty Professor.' But eccentric entrepreneur Nigel Whitaker has done pretty well out of what sounds like a madcap invention to do away with windscreen wipers on cars, boats and even aeroplanes. His firm Kleentec Marine is ...
Construction firm HQ.
May 01, 2007 ... Part of the former Royal Ordnance site in Chorley is being developed into a [pounds sterling]17m regional headquarters for a major construction company. Developers Pochin Contractors Ltd have been appointed to build the new regional distribution facility for construction ...
Change of scenery for landscaper Dominic.
May 01, 2007 ... A landscaping firm has unveiled plans to double the size of its business after completing a major takeover. GSU Landscapes has snapped up rival firm David Berry Landscapes Ltd to create one of the North West's biggest firms of its type. Founder Dominic Munro said the ...
Inflation fear looms over export success.
May 01, 2007 ... Soaring inflation could undermine confidence in Lancashire's manufacturers, according to a local economic expert. Dr John Risk, the economic adviser to the Chambers of Commerce North West, fears that inflation rising to more than 3% and another hike in interest rates expected ...
Discount boss Yates bids for Jacko ranch.
May 01, 2007 ... The owner of a Lancashire cut-price retail chain has launched his latest price war - for the Neverland ranch owned by pop star Michael Jackson. Former Preston market trader Simon Yates, managing director of QS Discount, has revealed he is ready to go into a multi-million dollar ...
Hemmings denied billionaire status.
May 01, 2007 ... Blackpool's failure to win the casino bid has denied leisure tycoon Trevor Hemmings his place in the billionaire's club. The Preston North End FC biggest individual shareholder has seen his wealth rise by more than [pounds sterling]50m to [pounds sterling]980m in the last year ...
Scholes expecting more thrills.
May 01, 2007 ... Paul Scholes believes there will be more twists and turns when Manchester United travel to AC Milan as they attempt to qualify for the Champions League final. The Red Devils hold a slight advantage going into the semi-final second leg at the San Siro thanks to Wayne Rooney's ...
Play-off fate in other hands.
May 01, 2007 ... Preston go into Sunday's cliffhanger with Birmingham knowing their play-off fate will ultimately be decided by others. Even a win over the league leaders on live TV would still leave Preston North End needing a helping hand from at least two more clubs. Yet despite ...
Evening Post's play-off prediction.
May 01, 2007 ... The Evening Post gives its prediction on this weekend's scrap for the play-offs. Here is how we see the race for the play-offs: PNE v BIRMINGHAM Simpson believes the pressure is now off his side - after all no-one expects them to get through. ...
Mellor to miss Birmingham clash.
May 01, 2007 ... Paul Simpson could have back-up problems at both ends of the field for his most important game as Preston boss. Striker Neil Mellor and keeper Andrew Lonergan both limped out of Preston North End's reserve action last night with hamstring strains and must look doubtful for ...
War crimes trial colonel back at work.
May 02, 2007 ... A Lancashire colonel who was cleared of war crimes in the most expensive trial in British history has resumed his military post, friends have revealed. In February Colonel Jorge Mendonca, commander of the former Queen's Lancashire Regiment, was cleared of failing to ensure his ...
Fury over student clubs bid.
May 02, 2007 ... Objections have flooded in over plans by a Preston student venue to allow boozers to drink for longer. The University of Central Lancashire's Students' Union is bidding to extend licensing hours at the Source and 53 Degrees nightclubs from 8am to 4.30am every day. On ...
Backing for weekly rubbish collections.
May 02, 2007 ... Lancashire MPs Nigel Evans and Lindsay Hoyle have joined forces to launch a parliamentary campaign against the scrapping of weekly bin collections. The two MPs have tabled a Commons motion opposing the switch to fortnightly collections. Preston, South Ribble, ...
Homes plan for historic farm.
May 02, 2007 ... Plans have been submitted to build five homes on the site of an historic Penwortham farmhouse. South Ribble Council has already granted permission to demolish Little Broad Oak Farm, on Manor Avenue, despite protests. Now developers have submitted plans for buildings to replace ...
Job cuts affecting frontline services.
May 02, 2007 ... The effects of civil service cuts will start to be felt in the next six months, a union boss has warned. Christine Chorlton, of the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS), believes the impact of thousands of job cuts is starting to hit frontline services. She ...
Apathy fear for elections.
May 02, 2007 ... Lancashire's political scene is just over 24 hours away from a shake-up - although thousands of people are expected to stay away from the polls. If last year is anything to go by, only a third of eligible people will vote tomorrow. Mike Thorpe, head of electoral ...
'Behave or go to jail'.
May 02, 2007 ... A "neighbour from hell" from Preston has been warned by a judge that she faces jail. Theresa Ratcliffe, 22, from Brant Road, was slapped with a two-year anti-social behaviour injunction (ASBI) after evidence was given about a campaign of abuse against residents in Farringdon ...
Karate kid wins top honour.
May 02, 2007 ... A Preston teenager has high-kicked her way to jujitsu glory. Florica Patel, who shows off her skills above, is thought to be the youngest girl in the North West to get a junior first dan in the martial art. The Runshaw College student, ...
Splodge's stripey litter are special (gallery).
May 02, 2007 ... All new mums think their bundle of joy is one in a million. But Splodge the kune kune pig has more reason than most to believe her offspring are extra special. Her nine-strong litter have obviously inherited mum's distinctive squashed snout, but they are also sporting ...
Helicopter crash: victims named.
May 02, 2007 ... A millionaire businessman and his son were among those killed when their helicopter crashed as they returned from a Chelsea football match. Training tycoon Phillip Carter and his teenage son Andrew died when the aircraft came down in the early hours in Wansford, Cambridgeshire. ...
Lancashire round-up 02/05/07.
May 02, 2007 ... Daily round up of news from across Lancashire. Bamber Bridge: A community centre built by a Lancashire construction firm has won praise from the Prime Minister Tony Blair. He described Wigan's Platt Bridge Community Complex, which was built by Bamber Bridge-based ...
In the dock 02/05/07.
May 02, 2007 ... Court news from across Lancashire. Man beat up a woman A Preston man who beat up a woman has been fined [pounds sterling]50. Karl Greenwood, 21, of Moor Lane, Preston, pleaded guilty to assault by beating at Preston magistrates' court. He was ...
News at a glance 02/05/07.
May 02, 2007 ... News in brief from across Lancashire. Desperate for foster parents County Hall bosses say more foster carers are desperately needed in the county. A two week campaign is being launched on May 14 to coincide with the national Foster Care Fortnight in bid to ...
'Rights' raid: Two arrested.
May 02, 2007 ... Two people have been arrested in Preston in connection with a series of international raids targeting animal rights activists. The 51-year-old man and woman, aged 59, were arrested on Tuesday at Lytham Road, Ashton. One neighbour who did not wish to be named said: "I ...
Two arrested in animal rights swoop.
May 02, 2007 ... Two people have been arrested in Preston in connection with a series of international raids targeting animal rights activists. A 51-year-old man and a woman, aged 59, were arrested yesterday (Tuesday) at Lytham Road, Ashton. A Lancashire Police spokesman said: "We ...
Graffiti clean-up to be extended.
May 02, 2007 ... A successful scheme involving local children scrubbing graffiti off walls and buildings is to be repeated in other parts of Preston. Last month the Evening Post reported that children in Cottam were involved in the police scheme to clear the area around the primary school of ...
Mural drives vandals off the wall.
May 02, 2007 ... A mural at a former graffiti hotspot has put off vandals and is helping to reduce anti-social behaviour, say police. A set of steps by the wall outside the Savick shops in Birkdale Drive was a magnet for teenage gangs. But the countryside scene of rolling hills and ...
Shamed BP boss faces probe.
May 02, 2007 ... The Attorney General is being asked to consider bringing perjury charges against the former boss of BP. Lord Browne dramatically quit as the oil giant's chief executive on Tuesday after he admitted lying to a court during a battle to block stories about his private life. ...
Pub group ready for smoking ban.
May 02, 2007 ... A chain with more than 200 pubs across Lancashire has ploughed nearly [pounds sterling]5m into preparing for this summer's smoking ban. Punch Taverns has been refurbishing premises across the county, adding outdoor shelters to meet the anticipated demand when the ban comes into ...
Business round-up - 02/05/07.
May 02, 2007 ... Business news in brief from around the country. BSkyB fears over people leaving BSkyB viewers are continuing to quit the broadcasting group after the firm hiked prices at the end of last year, the company revealed today. The group's rate of "churn'' - the ...
Wednesday's paper round-up.
May 02, 2007 ... Jose Reina saved two spot-kicks as Liverpool won a dramatic penalty shoot-out at Anfield last night. THE SUN: Steven Gerrard led a chorus of Greece is the word as Liverpool stormed into the Champions League final. Rafa Benitez's Reds went wild after a nailbiting shoot-out win ...
Nugent linked with Premiership duo.
May 02, 2007 ... Roy Keane and Sammy Lee are set to join the chase for [pounds sterling]6m hotshot Dave Nugent, according to newspaper reports. The 22-year-old Preston North End striker is said to be high on the list of the newly promoted Sunderland. And new Bolton boss Sammy Lee is ...
Flintoff to find form with Lancs.
May 02, 2007 ... Defiant Andrew Flintoff has exclusively told the Evening Post: 'I will prove my critics wrong." 'Flintoff was England's figurehead when they snatched the Ashes out of Australia's grasp two years ago, but last winter's 5-0 whitewash and the World Cup flop have seen him come ...
Hoppers aiming for final place.
May 02, 2007 ... Preston Grasshoppers field a mixed line-up as they host Sedgley Park tonight in the semi-final of the Lancashire Cup. The cup holders have been asked not to include in their starting line-up those players who have been selected for the Lancashire squad, who launch their defence ...
Your view: 'Leave Derek alone'.
May 02, 2007 ... You give us your opinion on Preston's recent slump in form as they chase a play-off place this Sunday. Here are a selection of your comments ahead of Preston North End's cruicial game against Birmingham on Sunday . I find the comments of some of your readers ...
Blues plan Deepdale promotion party.
May 02, 2007 ... Preston have been told to forget the play-offs on Sunday - Birmingham are coming to win the title. Blues boss Steve Bruce has warned PNE his promoted players are determined to be crowned champions at Deepdale. The Championship trophy is expected to be at the stadium - ...
