Local people in the Astley and Buckshaw areas of Lancashire are set to get a timely sporting boost with the news that they are to receive a cash injection of £5,000 from the Football Foundation towards developing new football teams.

Chorley Council have announced they are to consult the general public on the amount of housing taking place in residential gardens. Know as " Garden Grabbing" there is wide spread concern about the negative impact this has in neighbourhoods.

St Laurence Church Lads and Girls Brigade in Chorley is set to benefit from a grant approved by County Councillor Mark Perks, Cabinet Member for Young People.

EXAM results are out and this can be an anxious time for young people, especially if they don't get the grades they had hoped for.

Land between 77 and 81 The Farthings, Astley Village, Chorley, the proposal for certificate of lawfulness in respect of the siting of a wheeled container has gone to appeal.

On Tuesday night Chorley planning councillors passed the amended plans submitted by Network Rail.

While the weather of the summer holidays during August 2010 may not be remembered for being the sunniest or warmest on record – the smiling faces, sounds of laughter and cheers from young people taking part in holiday activities have contributed to breaking the programmes attendance record.

Proposals to withdraw a bus service effective from 5 September 2010 have been changed. County Cllr Mark Perks has expressed his delight that Lancashire County Council has taken the decision to continue the Sunday service.

A local community has seen the successful launch of its Friday evening drop in sessions aimed at providing positive activities for young people aged 11 to 17 from the village and surrounding area.

Personal Best is a pre-employment programme that utilises the inspiration of the opportunity to volunteer at 2012 to engage and lift the aspirations of economically inactive people back into the labour market.

Cllr Mark Perks was informed over the weekend by Chorley Council of an unauthorised Gypsy Roma Traveller encampment setting up on Buckshaw Village.

Residents and campaigners in Astley Village who won their battle in March earlier this year preventing telecom firm O2 from erecting a 15m mast on the junction of Studfold and Chancery Road, have been notified this week that the telecoms company have now lodged an appeal against Chorley Council's refusal.

The arrival of the school summer holidays has seen the return in one Chorley community of its highly popular soccer school programme.

Erection of a railway station, access road and associated parking and infrastructure at Buckshaw Village is to go before Chorley planners on 17th August 2010.

Erection of 13 dwellings and associated infrastructure (following demolition of no. 202 Chorley Old Road) is before Chorley planners on 17th August.

Bigger, better and easier to use – the new St Anne's Info Centre is open for business.

Get your bikes security marked for free on Saturday 7th August at Buckshaw Village Community Centre car park

Euxton Parish Council are proposing to develop a football facility on land in between Pear Tree Lane and Whinney Lane off Euxton Lane.

Young people from South Ribble have won a Bronze Medal for the garden they created at the prestigious Royal Horticultural Show at Tatton Park.

The vision behind a 21st century youth facility for Preston and surrounding districts was revealed at a launch event on 22 July at Preston's Guild Hall.

Police have discovered one of Chorley’s biggest hauls of illegal drugs during a raid on a quiet, residential area of Euxton.

Members of the Buckshaw Youth Association visited Lancashire's Fire Service International Training Centre at Washington Hall this week and were given a guided tour of the centre and the chance to experience for themselves what many fire officers undertake.

United Utilities has submitted an outline planning application for housing development - Back Lane Reservoir Back Lane, Clayton le Woods

Gas pipe renewal work will see 250 metres of a highway in Astley Village closed for approx 8 weeks from 16th August.

Erection of a railway station, access road and associated parking and infrastructure at Buckshaw Village (amendments to previously approved application ref 08/00562/REMMAJ

Young people from South Ribble are taking on the challenge of a lifetime to create a garden for the Royal Horticultural Show at Tatton Park.

Lancashire County Council wants to hear what you want to do to breathe new life into Chorley town centre.

TravelCare To Continue with Chorley Dail a Ride Service that provides essential healthcare appointments and well being activities.

CREATIVE art in an unusual location was opened to the public on Thursday 8 July at Chorley's bus interchange.

Chorley Council has released the ADAS report regarding the fly problem faced by residents living along Euxton Lane.

16 to 18 year olds across the Fylde, Preston and Chorley areas are now entitled to reduced price off-peak travel on Stagecoach buses, as the Pocketrider scheme is rolled out.

LANCASHIRE County Council has stepped in to allow a community bus service to keep running for at least another three months.

Astley Village Action and Astley & Buckshaw Juniors FC have organised 4 weeks of activities for the August summer holiday period.

On Thursday evening (24) they proudly received their AQA-accredited certificates from County Councillor Mark Perks, Cabinet Member for Young People, at a celebration evening at the ACE Centre in Nelson.

Options are to be looked at by LCC transport bosses following difficulties faced by local dail a bus service operating in Chorley and South Ribble .

County Councillor Mark Perks joined the Clayton Thursday Club for a group photo before he waved them off as they left on their trip to York on 17th June, a key event in the club's social calendar.

Residents of Euxton can now cross the A49 Wigan Road more safely than ever thanks to a new zebra crossing.

The Chorley Partnership is currently refreshing its Sustainable Community Strategy.

Chorley Planners will be looking at the Enforcement Notice regarding the placing of an industrial container in a residential area of Astley Village and an objection to a Tree Preservation Order in Whittle le Woods.

In Lancashire we wanted to ensure that the sexual health messages being developed locally met the needs of all our young people.The best people to answer the question were the young people themselves – and so the challenge was made.

COUNTY Councillor Mark Perks has donated a small grant to Clayton Thursday Club.

Lancashire County Council’s HR Consultancy has launched a new programme aimed at supporting Small and Medium Employers/Social Enterprises (less than 250 employees) within Lancashire to recruit enthusiastic apprentices.

Lancashire County Council Young People's Service have post the perfromances of the 12 district finalist. Web link provide.

Burnley Cyber Dance – a four-strong dance group from Burnley - won the first SHINE! talent search last night, with a routine blending street dance and hip hop.

The 5th presentation evening held on Friday 21st May saw a bumper audience of over 120 celebrate the awards presented to the clubs three teams. Family, relations and friends joined in the celebrations as the Under 9's, Under 12's and Under 14's teams received their awards.

A SUMMER FUN DAY is being held to raise funds for Muck 'n' Mirth and other activities for disabled children at the Coaching House, Astley Park, Chorley, on Sunday 30 May 11am – 5pm

Chorley based charity The Arts Partnership is celebrating the news that two of its staff have gained the nationally recognised Gold Arts award standard. It is a Nationally recognised qualification and Chorley can now boast having 2 advisors.

Lancashire CC have confirmed that all the plates necessary for SPIDS to be used( Speed Indicator Devices ) have been erected and in place on highways within Buckshaw Village.

Chorley Council is to seek approval for the designation of a Designated Public Places Order (DPPO) to deal with the problems of alcohol-related crime, anti social behaviour, nuisance and disturbance in Chorley Town Centre and Astley Park at its General Purposes meeting on Monday 24th May.

Please note the proposed date for the above triathlon event. Residents living in Euxton and Buckshaw Village along with other parishes in Chorley can expect prolonged delays between the hours of 07.00 and 15.00 on 1st August 2010.

YOUNG people in Chorley are celebrating the transformation of an eyesore into a great new games area.

Children and young people in Chorley are going back to the land. Muck 'n' Mirth sums up the spirit of a new project in which disabled children and young people are growing their own fruit and vegetables – and harvesting the rewards.

RMG have announced the official opening of the newly built community centre in Buckshaw Village to be Monday 7th June.

The evening will consist of a hosted presentation for the young footballers and a raffle. Awards will include: Players Players, Managers Player Top Scorer, Clubman and Most Improved Player, with Awards for Squad Players as well.

Plans have been submitted by LCC that are part of a new cycleway which will link Buckshaw Village cycle routes to Cuerden Valley routes.

County Cllr Mark Perks has welcomed the news in an update to him from LCC Highway officers, that the long awaited issues surrounding adoption of Central Avenue in Buckshaw Village are nearly resolved and agreement between all parties has been reached and a date set for sign off before the end of May.

O2 plans for a 15m telecoms mast on Chancery Road in Astley Village has been thrown out by planners.

MORE than 400 young people flocked to a gala night to rival the Oscars at Park Hall in Chorley.

SHINE is a brand new talent contest for 13 - 19 year olds in Lancashire, where the winning act will get a once in a lifetime chance to perform live at this years Rock in the Park event at Preston's Avenham Park in June this year.

Prior Notificaion for the erection of a 15m pole antenna and 2 associated ground base station equipment cabins (1.48m X 0.35m X 1.5m) goes before planners on 30th March 2010 at 6.30pm Chorley Council Chambers

Plans for the erection of 7 detached dwellings, garages and associated infrastructure following demolition of the existing dwellings at The Royle and The Coppice Shaw Hill Whittle-Le-Woods Chorley PR6 7PP are to go before planners at Chorley on Tuesday 30th March 2010.

Lancashire County Council is requesting your views on proposed changes to parking restrictions on Preston Road and Back Lane in Whittle-le-Woods and Clayton-le-Woods.

YOUNG people who have given up their time to help others were recognised for their outstanding volunteering contributions at a special ceremony.

Young people workers in Chorley can now boldly go where no one has gone before – in their brand new youth bus.

News was announced this week that some of the best athletes in the country will be coming to Chorley soon. Organisers of the British Orienteering Sprint Elite Championship have chosen Astley Park, Chorley as the venue for this year which will take place on Sunday 18th April.

Details of a Battle of The DJ's Event and the return of a popular community Easter Soccer School scheme have been released and places are available now.

YOUNG people in Lancashire who are looking for exciting things to do can get free tickets for theme parks, ice skating, skiing or the cinema as part of a great activity giveaway running throughout March.

County Cllr Mark Perks joined in with pupils at Manor Road school in his division and held with their tree planting event at the Clayton le Woods school.

For the last two weeks residents of Buckshaw Village have seen their community host a group of travellers. Calls have now been made for the mass clean that is needed following the eviction notice served last Thursday.

LIBRARIES in the Chorley area will be offering “Get Connected,” sessions in March to help people learn more about using the Internet. Euxton Library will be holding a session on 17th March 2pm to 4pm.

The Green Spaces Project Gets Underway Next Week as Places For People Housing group announce tree plans for Broadfields residential area.

YOUNG people who feel passionately about local issues and can speak up on behalf of others have been elected in the UK Youth Parliament elections in Lancashire.

Young People in West Lancashire have been taking part in a Lancashire County Council funded performing arts programme run by the North West Charity Activate Arts.

Last week residents notified County Cllr Mark Perks and Chorley Council of Gypsy Roma Travellers setting up an encampment in Buckshaw Village.

County Cllr Mark haslaunched a campaign in Astley Village asking all its residents to object to the latest plans announced by O2 to site a 15m telecoms mast on Chancery Road near to homes on Studfold and Broadfields.

Snooker legend Steve Davis will personally present the prizes at a snooker competition aimed at encouraging Chorley youngsters off the streets this winter. Organised by Lancashire County Council's Young People's Service and Lancashire Constabulary, this six-week programme starts on Friday, February 12 at Clayton Green Leisure Centre, Chorley.

Contractors have finally moved onto land in Buckshaw Village where a brand new £5 million primary school will be built for 210 children.

BUCKSHAW Youth Band is continuing to bring magical music to the people of Chorley thanks to a grant from Lancashire County Council.

From Monday 1st February to Friday 5th February, organisations across Lancashire will be supporting this national event, which aims to give you:

A SERIES of events is taking place to remember the First World War bravery of the Chorley Pals.The Chorley Pals, otherwise known as Y Company, 11th (Service) Battalion East Lancashire Regiment, left the town in February 1915 to fight in World War One.

YOUNG people's issues will be under the spotlight at the next Chorley Lancashire Local on Wednesday 3 February.

A CHARITY that helps young people get their hands dirty, have fun and learn real skills has been given a helping hand by Lancashire County Council.

PROTECT your bike from thieves at Chorley Library on Saturday, 30 January.

With no football played either at training sessions or through fixtures since the end of October, Astley and Buckshaw Juniors & Youth FC got back into football training sessions this week and received some good news.

CHARITIES helping young people have been given a funding boost of over £400,000 by Lancashire County Council.

A section of the dual carraigeway of Southport Road will be resurfaced starting 18th January 2010.

Voluntary, community and faith sector groups are being invited to bid for grants of up to £15,000.

A CHARITY that helps disabled young people get work experience, holiday and weekend work has been given a helping hand by Lancashire County Council.

LANCASHIRE County Council staff are still working flat-out to ensure travellers can stay on the move during an almost unprecedented spell of severe winter weather.

Lancashire County Council is looking for 15 motivated and enthusiastic young people aged 16-25 to volunteer in the Children’s and Young People’s directorate starting in March 2010.

Campaigners have appealled to residents living in Astley Village that they have still a few days remaining to lodge objections to the proposed plan for a 15m telecom mast on Chancery Road.

Young people aged 16-19 who are not sure what to do next are invited to two special events in Chorley and Leyland. The events are at:-
Info Centre, West Paddock, Leyland, on 5 January, 2-5pm.
Info Centre, 61-63 Market Street, Chorley, on 7 January 2-5pm.

Next Meeting - THURSDAY, the 7th JANUARY 2010
Venue : The Lodge, Buckshaw Retirement Village, Off Central Ave.Time : 7.00 p.m.

A FILM containing hard-hitting messages about alcohol issues has been produced by young people from West Lancashire.

Link to Chorley Council Domestic Collection Service details.

Campaigners have just 14 days to lodge objections to a phone mast company plans for a telecom mast scheme in residential area of Astley Village.

A local youth band have received a grant from Lancashire County Council following a request to their local councillor.

County Councillor Mark Perks, Cabinet member for Young People, and County Councillor George Askew, Champion for Young People, paid a visit to the Basement Project under the Central Methodist Church in Hargreaves Street.

Members of the Buckshaw Youth Band entertained a crowd of over 250 residents from Buckshaw Village on Monday evening when the first ever Christmas Carol Service and Christmas Tree Light Switch On took place in Main Square.

More than 500 young people from all over Lancashire packed UCLan's 53 degrees for the first ever Celebrate YOUth! awards.

Young People from Lancashire Youth Council who are Members of UK Youth Parliament travelled to the House of Commons on 30 October 2009 to debate young people issues on the green benches in Parliament for the first time in history.

As part of Supported Housing Month – New Progress Housing opened its door to give local people the opportunity to visit The Bridge.

On Friday 4th December Buckshaw Village Surgery has its official opening.

Lancashire Association of Clubs for Young People, "Clubs got Talent and Spotlight on Youth" was event held at the Lancashire Constabulary Headquarters at Hutton on 25th November.

A young entrepreneur's ambition to run a children's nursery has come true thanks to Lancashire County Council's Rosebud Finance.

An awards ceremony aimed at celebrating the positive contribution made by young people is expected to attract 700 people to 53 degrees at the University of Central Lancashire, on Monday, 30 November, 2009.

Thanks to the generosity of local businesses Buckshaw Village will this year celebrate its very own Christmas Tree Lights switch on.

The excitement of Accrington's snooker championships for young people drew six-times world snooker champion Steve Davis back to the town once again last month.

Chorley Library is hosting two events to mark this year's Autumn Learners' Festival.

In Astley Park community leaders, the armed services, the many uniformed organisations and residents from across Chorley filled Astley Park to mark their respect at 11.00 am.

Residents living on Broadfields Astley Village have called for their trees to be saved from the axe as up to 106 have been listed for felling.

YOUNG people in Skelmersdale are debunking the myth that they'd rather be glued to the TV or games consoles.

The Library on St Mary's Gate was officially reopened last Friday following major redevelopment work costing £430,000. The revamp has transformed services available to library users and the local community. The modernisation of the library's facilities is part of Lancashire County Council's Library Regenerate Programme.

Lancashire County Council's Rosebud finance has helped a Chorley children's entertainment centre grow thanks to their success

Young people living in Buckshaw Village will be able to attend soccer sessions on Wednesday and Friday evenings thanks to funding received from the Young People's Service.

Young people from Astley & Buckshaw FC can now put on new kits ready to battle it out in the Lancashire Evening Post Youth league thanks to a grant from Lancashire County Council

Local Churches in Chorley have gathered together to take to the streets of Chorley late at night offering help and advice to those who are lost, in need of a taxi or medical attention or even just need a listening ear or someone to talk to.

Proposal Outline planning application for the redevelopment of land at Group One (Site Area 54.34 Hectares), Royal Ordnance Site, Chorley for mixed use development comprising housing and commercial uses (including uses A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, C1, C2 and C3 of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Amendment) (England) Order 2006) and associated landscape treatment and highway works.

More than 50 young people from across Lancashire came together last week to debate key issues with decision makers from organisations across Lancashire.

Following on from their first Young people's Art Award classes held in September. The Arts Partnership has organised a 2nd programme of “Silver Arts Award” classes starting on 10th November.

A brand-new recording studio recently opened its doors to young people at Penwortham Youth and Community Centre on Priory Lane.

ONE of the oldest computer clubs in the country is now able to buy new equipment thanks to a grant from Lancashire County Council.

Lancashire's Young People's Service is holding a special event – Celebrate YOUth! - showcasing the county's young achievers at UCLan's 53º venue in Preston on 30 November.

YOUNG people from Chorley and South Ribble are being invited to share their views at a special event on Thursday 15 October.

Young people in Lancashire can now log onto a brand new website developed just for them by Lancashire County Council's Young People's Service.

YOUNG people from Burnley will have the chance to share their views about issues affecting them at a special event marking the start of Local Democracy Week on Monday 12 October.

Chorley Charity The Arts Partnership recently held its Annual General Meeting and elected it new officers.

Proposal Land reclamation and remediation earthworks to create a development platform at Group 1, Buckshaw Village (site area 54.34 hectares).

Central Lancashire PCT have submitted a planning application to extend the opening times of their GP provision.

Enterprising people across Lancashire are being urged to take part in a challenge which could see them ultimately win £25,000 for their community project.

Communities of Astley Village, Euxton , Clayton le Woods and Whittle le Woods are set to benefit from Lancashire County Council's new administration which has approved an addition £ 351,000 for highway road repairs.

Discovering ways to help local people is part of the remit of being a councillor. When Miller Homes invited local councillors to its Whittle-le-Park development to discover how home makers can get onto the property ladder by paying a minimum of 70% of the price of a new home now.

RESIDENTS are being asked to assist in a major study that will help shape the future of transport in Central Lancashire. They are being asked to complete a Travel Diary, listing all their travel movements, on Wednesday, 7 October, 2009, which has been dubbed Central Lancashire Travel Census Day.

More than 150 young people, as well as friends, relatives and dignitaries, attended a Duke of Edinburgh Award celebration evening organised by Lancashire County Council's Young People's Service.

Salthill in Clitheroe has been named by Lancashire County Council as the latest site in the county to get a revamped outdoor play area.

A Chorley based organisation working with young people to prevent them becoming involved in gun, gang and knife crime has been awarded funding to support their vital work.

EUXTON Parish Council is to buy a new device to cut speeding traffic in the village with the help of funding from Lancashire County Council.

After nearly two years a bus shelter outside a residential home in Astley Village is to be replaced.

Wheels Within Wheels is a charity that teaches mechanical know-how about everything associated with wheels – from building quad bikes to repairing motorcycles and bicycles.

There will be CV and interview technique workshops running to help with job applications and young people will be able to sign up to training and various schemes on the day. The events are at:
Info Centre, West Paddock, Leyland, on the 8th September, 2-5pm.
Info Centre, 61-63 Market Street, Chorley, on the 10th September 2-5pm.

Lancashire County Council is set to a approve the allocation of funds from the Extended Schools Capital Allocation to support two primary schools projects in Euxton.

After much thought and with deep sadness Mark Perks has decided to stand down from Astley Village Parish Council.

During his recent visit to Birchwood, County Councillor Mark Perks, cabinet member for young people, met with young people and the staff who support them, hearing at first hand how the centre helps young people to develop the skills and confidence they need to live independently.

County Cllr Mark Perks is pleased to report that Euxton Library re-opened on Wednesday 26th at 1.30.

For those of you interested in entertainment Chorley Council has listed two more events to be held in Astley Park.

Record numbers of young people have been enjoying some fantastic football coaching during the past few weeks at the Charter Standard Club's summer soccer school held at Parklands High School.

The Arts Partnership has announced its latest programme of activities for children and young people in Chorley.

Minutes of previous meeting and agreed police priorities for August in Buckshaw Village.

Local highway schemes submitted by parish councils have been approved by the Chorley Local.

£ 3.3 million has been earmarked from the Community Infrastructure Fund for Buckshaw Village Railway Station.

EUXTON Library on St Mary's Gate, Euxton is set to reopen following a major refurbishment to transform services available to library users and the local community.

The Ironman UK Triathlon will be passing through parts of Chorley North Division on Sunday 2nd August.

An event aimed at raising disability awareness is being held Friday 31st July and Saturday 1st August on Fazackerley Street and Market Street in Chorley town centre this week.

Expression of interests forms and school packs are available for the September 2010 intake for Trinity C of E / Methodist Primary School, Buckshaw Village.

Introducing Lancashire County Council's Young People's Champion George Askew and Cabinet Member for Young People Mark Perks

Activities organised by local community groups have once again proven to be very popular with many of the schemes already fully booked. There are just a few places left on a number of schemes.

County Cllr Mark Perks attended the July meeting of the Chorley Lancashire Local which has taken decisions on local highway schemes and projects for communities in Chorley North.

A local campaign has been started to seek a review of the speed limit on the A6 in Whittle le Woods and the local primary school.

The Lancashire Music Service and the Friends of the Lancashire Symphony Orchestras presented their Gala Concert 2009 last night at Preston Guild Hall.

A further planning application for 9 detached properties at 7 Chorley Old Road, Whittle le Woods has been submitted to Chorley Planners

The PACT meeting for Buckshaw Village will be held on 30th July at 7pm : Venue The Lodge.

Young people attending a Friday evening craft project have handed over their fine work to residents living in sheltered accommodation.

Buckshaw Village residents heard at last night residents' association meeting the name of their new primary school announced.

To raise awareness and mark Disability Awareness Week, Chorley Charity The Arts Partnership is to host a three day exhibition beginning Wednesday 24th June.

Astley Village Juniors football club has amended its name and launched its new logo becoming Astley & Buckshaw Juniors FC to reflect the two communities it now serves.

The 114 bus service needs to provide greater flexibity on the provision of stops for the local commuity it serves.

Plans have been submitted for 14 homes to be built off Chorley Old Road, Whittle le Woods.

The Arts Partnership has launched its summer 2009 programme of activities for children and young people.

County Councillor Mark Perks was re elected on 5th June to serve the residents of Chorley North for another 4 years.

Chorley FA Standard Charter Club Astley Village Juniors are celebrating the news of further club successes as two volunteers are recognised with top awards.

Astley Village Parish Council has begun to use its Speed Indicator Device To Monitor Chancery Road vehicles.

Football stars of the future have taken part in Astley Village Juniors FC Easter Soccer School. Players from Year 3 to Year 8 have just completed week one of the popular holiday activity programme.

Chorley Council this evening decided to refer the MUGA application back to its Development Control Committee for a site visit and further information.

CHORLEY'S famous Astley Hall is opening its doors to visitors in what promises to be an exciting year for the grade one listed building and the sourrounding park.

Saturday 4th April show local talent from across Chorley showcased at a special event held at in the heart of the Chorley.

News released today has given fresh hope that the long awaited construction of Buckshaw Village Railway Station will finally be built after many years of frustration and patient waiting by local residents.

NEW blue bins will soon be wheeling their way to every household in Chorley. Some of your questions are answered by Chorley Council.

Short Cuts is a film festival for young people in Chorley. In the Easter holidays groups of young people will be given the opportunity to work alongside a professional film company to produce their own short films.

Bookings are now being taken for the Easter Soccer school at Parklands High School. This year the programme is open to primary classes Year 3, 4, 5, and 6 and also for the first time high school Year 7 and 8.

Central Lancashire PCT have submitted a temporary planning application for a doctors surgery to operate from The Lodge in Buckshaw Village.

It was mixed fortunes for the club's U13's and U11's teams today. Both matches provided plenty of goals in what turned out to be high scoring matches.

Retention of a single storey demountable unit at Primrose Hill Primary School.

Planners have refused permission for 02 to erect a Telecoms on Euxton Lane.

Players at Astley Village Juniors FC are celebrating after both the Under 11 and Under 13 teams reached the quarter finals of their respective age group Cup competitions.

County Cllr Mark Perks has issued a statement to correct misleading information being circulated in the community regarding the multi use games area.

Plans submitted by Victory Park Holdings and up for discussion by Chorley planners on Tuesday 3rd March. Will possibly see a £500,000 widfall for Westway Playing Fields sport pitches in Astley Village.

The local community is being asked fro its input and has been invited to a skatepark workshop that has been arranged on 18th March by Euxton Parish Council.

The Office of the Schools Adjudicator has published a decision on the Statutory Proposal to establish a new primary school in Buckshaw village, Chorley in Lancashire.

Calls for a vacant crossing attendant post to be filled have been made following reports of some near misses are made at PACT Meeting.

BAE Systems have submitted to the County Council planners an application for landscaping land east of Worden and Buckshaw Wood, Euxton.

Buckshaw Village is to hold its first PACT meeting on the 5th February that will concentrate on policing issues in the village.

The Office of the Schol Adjudicator ( OSD ) has arranged for a final meeting on the 4th Feb, before determining the prefered bid for the new primary school at Buckshaw Village.

Euxton Library will be closed from Saturday 14th March until the beginning of August as the long awaited extension and re vamp will take place.

Astley Village Parish Council has submitted the plans for a multi use games area on behalf of a group of young people who have successfully secured £ 64,000.

Despite a previous telecoms mast being refused just over 18 months ago. Another application has been submitted at the same location.

A group of young high school students have received news their bid for Youth Opportunity Funding for a sports facility in their community has been successful.

Residents have just Sunday 18th January left to view all 28 designs submitted by architects looking to re landscape part of Astley Village later this year.

Residents of Astley Village are being invited to view and comment on the designs and ideas submitted in the competition that will see the delivery of the Big Lottery funded Project. Astley Village Community Centre has been booked from 12pm-3pm on both Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th January 2009.

Despite local objections from residents and elected members Lancashire Development Control Committee has allowed the planning application to extend quarry landfill plans until 2011. ( Extract of minutes reported )

Following a series of complaints over the dangerous condition of gullies along Central Avenue and Buckshaw Avenue in Buckshaw Village. Action is being taken to repair them.

The PCT announce the much needed medical centre for Buckshaw Village is to be further delayed.

LCC update on the planned month long closure of Chorley Central Library.

Story Sport is a brand new Saturday morning multi-skill activity club for pre school and reception class aged 3 to 5 year olds and is based at Buckshaw Primary School.

Reserved Matters Application for the Southern Commercial Area, Buckshaw Village. Including retail uses, residential, car parking, related infrastructure and landscaping.

Proposal Reserved matters application for the erection of 84 apartments and 24 dwellinghouses at the Southern Commercial Area, Buckshaw Village.

A planning application 08/01187/Tel for a 13.4 metre telecommunications mast has been submitted by Vodafone on land 25m east of 2 Foxglove Drive, Whittle-le-Woods.

More than 60 residents gathered on Monday night to sing in Christmas for Astley Village.Astley Village Parish Council held a Carol Singing event around the Christmas Tree for residents to join in and get into the Christmas spirit early.

LCC Planners will be considering planning application 09/08/1027 which seeks to extend the landfilling operations to continue until 1st September 2011.

The Places For People Design Competition for Open Spaces Improvement in Astley Village has been launched and a deadline for entries set for 7th January.

Chorley charity The Arts Partnership has announced its new programme of activities for children and young people following a £ 35,000 double grant boost from two funders.

This application proposes the installation of a CCTV system including six cameras (located on Astley Hall, The Coach House, wall mounted and on poles in the grounds) and eight loudspeaker horns on the roof of Astley Hall and The Coach House.

To mark the arrival of Christmas and having its very own Christmas Tree the Parish Council has arranged a night of singing around the tree has been arranged for Monday 15th December at 7.00 pm. The singing will be accompanied by Chorley Silver Band.

Chorley Council after holding successful Weeks of Action piloted a Day of Action in Astley Village last week. Local community leaders have hailed it a huge success and congratulated Chorley Council and its partners

Astley Village will see a Day of Action involving agencies and organisations that will be providing advice, services and enforcement on Thursday 27th November.

Plans have been submitted regarding the extensionof Euxton Library on St Mary's Gate, Euxton.

News was released this week, that following talks between Network Rail and partner organisations Buckshaw Station is back on track.

Water course landscape design features built to enhance the residential properties in Buckshaw Village are beginning to show serious safety flaws.

The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government Hazel Blears MP made a visit to the Chorley based charity The Arts Partnership today

At a meeting of the Chorley Lancashire Local held on the 29th October a number of decisions were taken which affect various communities in Chorley North. Chorley North covers the borough wards of Astley & Buckshaw, Euxton North and Clayton & Whittle.

STRICTLY Come Dancing is one of TV’s most popular programmes - and now one of our local charities has used it as the inspiration for a fundraiser with a difference.

Plans for a Library extension in Euxton took a step closer to going ahead this week when Lancashire County Council submitted plans on Tuesday.

Developers and the local authority have been asked to increase environmental patrols and to take action to combat the amount of flytipping on Buckshaw Village.

Chorley North County Councillor Backs Joint C of E and Methodist Church Bid To Build Primary School in Buckshaw Village.

For the last three years the Parish Council has been investing in its three play areas to improve and enhance the quality of play for the youngsters of Euxton.

Members of a long standing Chorley Computer Club based in Clayton le Woods received their new projector and screen this week thanks to Lancashire County Council's Local Grant scheme.

The proposed bids for the new primary school for Buckshaw Village have been announced.

The event was opened today by Graeme Ballard who is just back from competing at this years Paralympics in Beijing.

Last year Euxton Parish Council entered the village of Euxton in this prestigious and popular competition for the first time and won ‘Best Newcomer’. This year again Euxton collected a prize.

A group of young people faced with a lack of sports facilities in their community have taken on the task to provide a multi use games area for the benefit of children and young people in Astley Village.

Astley Village Action & The Arts Partnership will be starting a 12 week Friday evening club fro young people beginning 10th October.

Ruttle Properties Limited have submitted plans for landfill operations to continue until September 2011 at Little Quarries, Hill Top Lane, Whittle le Woods

A Chorley Charity aimed at the promotion of arts facilities including artistic and literacy creation has chosen a new Chairman for the forthcoming year.

Lancashire County Council has agreed to fund the Astley Climbing Forest Play Area in Astley Park.

Two schools in Astley Village were targeted by vandals on Thursday evening.

The first ever young people's festival was held over the Bank Holiday Monday in front of Astley Hall. The crowds were entertained by circus artists, drama groups, MC performers and local bands.

The deadline for money provided by the Buckshaw Village developers to provide a library extension in Euxton is fast approaching and calls have been made to begin the project.

The wait is finally over and the Government Planning Inspectorate has allowed the Tarmac Appeal - Euxton will have 15 years of sand extraction after all.

The long awaited planning application for a railway station a Buckshaw Village will be decided upon on the 19th August by Chorley planners.

A local community sports programme began its 5th summer holiday sports this week. All the places were once again snapped up by young people.

The removal of a tree on a quiet residential street in Astley Village has raised local fears over a tree clearance scheme.

The storage of tree logs along a highway in Euxton is causing concern for pedestrians.

OVER the next few months residents, community groups and voluntary organisations will get the chance to have their say on local services and issues in their neighbourhood.

A local councillor has called for a the latest Children's Centre opened in his division to serve the whole community.

Shaw Brow, Whittle le Woods, Chorley.From it’s junction with A6 Preston Road in a north easterly direction to it’s junction with Far Nook.

Chorley Council's free annual celebration of children's right to play takes place on Wednesday August 6 at the Devonshire Road recreation ground, in Chorley.

Chorley Council has once again organised its Midsummer Festival. Whilst all the events are worth a visit - the The National Play Day Event for children on Wednesday 6th August, The Astley Park Big Picnic, the outdoor theatre in Astley Park and the New Horizons Festival on the August Bank holiday ( Monday 25th ) are recommended .

Notice has been issued by Lancashire County County that they propose to establish road humps as part of the traffic calming measures for the Manor Road area.

Councillors from Astley Village Parish Council have taken the decision to purchase a Speed Indicator Device (SID), for the village. After they received shocking information revealed in a traffic survey conducted on Chancery Road.

Places on the August sports special are going fast. All three weeks have seen a rush of bookings.Organisers predict the scheme will be fully booked soon before the end of this week.

YOUNGSTERS in Chorley will be able to enjoy more opportunities to get up and play thanks to a brand new initiative from Chorley Council.

Thanks to last minute funding from a Parish Council a popular summer sports programme will continue again this year. Places are going fast.

The Arts Partnership has launched its summer holiday programme - with plans for a big Bank Holiday Festival in Astley Park on Monday 25th August.
All the activities are Free.

Visitors were treated to free children’s donkey rides, exclusive guided tours of Astley Hall’s Walled Garden which is not yet open to the public and a large collection of Open Gardens and front gardens.

Sunday, 29 June 2008, 1 pm to 5 pm. Programmes available at Astley Village Community Centre. Special guided tours of the restored Astley Hall Walled Garden at 2pm and 3pm.

Highway officials have carried out traffic surveys on the section of road leading to the Tesco roundabout. New remarking will now take place within the next 10 days.

This will be fourth year Astley Village Parish Council has organised this event but it could not take place without the enthusiasm of the owners of the gardens to be opened to the public on the day.

THE shortlist for the first ever Chorley Smile awards have been revealed by Chorley Council.

Work has begun to install extra lighting on a well used public footpath to improve community safety issues raised by the local community

Astley Village held its public Environmental Action Day on Saturday 7th June. Volunteers from the village along with Parish Councillors, joined in the Action Earth sponsored event to scour the village for litter and tippings to clear away.

LCC bosses have carried out repair work to a zebra crossing. They have also agreed to fund a footpath lighting scheme following a request by County Cllr Mark Perks.

Players from a local junior football team who were offered changing facilities by the local landlady have given her a surprise thank you present.

Oakbridge showed off their latest concept in retirement villages last week. Mark went along to take a peak for himself.

BAE plans to burn waste material on the former ROF site at Euxton has been raising concerns with local residents living in Euxton and Buckshaw Village.

Charter Standard Club Astley Village Juniors held their 3rd Annual Presentation evening at Chorley FC Social Club.

VISITORS to Chorley's popular Astley Park are being advised of closures in the coming weeks as work on the £2m upgrade nears completion.

Police are appealing for information after a spate of criminal damage in the Astley Village area of Chorley.

At its annual meeting on Wednesday 7th May Astley Village Parish Council elected a new Chairman to serve for the next 12 months.

Council officers have met with developers to resolve the issue regarding the outstanding remedial work required to bring the play area up to safe standards.

LANCASHIRE County Council Adult Learning will be hosting a series of free taster courses and events at Lancashire College, Chorley.

Residents living in Chorley are set to benefit from a new dental and medical centre which is to be built in Buckshaw Village.

The £ 400,000 Lottery Award to improve access to quality green space and provide environmental improvements to a larger area of land around housing in Astley Village has begun.

Residents on an Euxton housing developement are still waiting for a developer to complete an children's play area. Despite assurances given 2 years ago.

Around 300 people turned up to Wednesday 30th April public inquiry evening session held at Washington Hall, Euxton.

The event will take place at Derian House Children's Hospice, Chancery Road, Astley Village, on June 7 and 8, with a host of fun activities planned for all the family.

The County Council is consulting about proposed changes to the admission arrangements for community and voluntary controlled secondary schools.

Some children in Chorley will be required to stay at home today as teachers belonging to the National Union of Teachers take part in their first national strike in 21 years.

Residents in Chorley being terrorised by a gang of arsonists have turned detective to try and catch the culprits.

The make or break public inquiry on the Tarmac sand extraction plans begins this week.

Following a dispute over ownership of a piece of open space - local councillor helps resolve the issue and action taken to clear up bushes and litter problem.

Astley Village Parish Council has joined a select group of parish councils as it gains Quality Status.

Young people can now access the latest information on things to do and places to go as the County Council launch their new resource for young people.

Listings of regular events held in the community hall.

Camapigners are putting their final statements together as the sand extraction public inquiry which begins on 22nd April approaches.

YOUNG people across the borough can now book on Chorley Council's Easter activity programme to keep them busy during the school holidays.There some evening activities open to them as well.

Lancashire Local Chorley - A local residents' group has received only partial funding, following a 70% reduction made to its grant application for children and young people summer sports scheme.

On 31 March 2008, parking legislation across England and Wales will change with the introduction of Part 6 of the Traffic Management Act 2004.

Young people from Astley Village recently organised their own event for Jessica.

Lancashire Teenage Pregnancy have launched a challenge to young people to come up with ideas on how to market and promote positive sexual health messages.

Astley Village Action Residents' Group Playful Ideas Funding Bid has been declined by the Big Lottery. Fears expressed over no summer activities available for a number of local communities.

Coaches from Astley Village Juniors FC have hailed the move to the astro turf pitch at Buckshaw Village as a big success following an increase in new members.

BAE systems will be providing two days of displays highlighting the latest proposals for developing the remaining Buckshaw site off Central Ave.

Police have released CCTV images of two men who robbed a Chorley newsagent's and escaped with hundreds of pounds in cash.

Board member praises work of South Lancs Teenage Pregnancy Partnership as Teenage pregnancies in Chorley have fallen by 10 per cent, putting the borough lower than the Lancashire average.

A Joint briefing session was held in Lancastrian Room, Town Hall , Chorley on Wednesday 12th March 2008 to update on the latest developments regarding Buckshaw Village.

A parcel of land that could now be used for housing instead leisure is the centre of an investigation following a decision to not release it for community amienties.

People are to be asked for their views over plans to modernise a mental health day service in Chorley.

Chorley Council has submitted plans for the relocating and the building of a new pets corner and two play areas in Astley Park .

Astley Village residents' group Astley Village Action are to launch their 2nd Friday evening art group on 7th March.

A new super mental health hospital looks set to be sited at Ribbleton, Preston, and not Buckshaw Village as many residents had feared.

CLS who run Chorley Council's Leisure Facilities, in partnership with developers Barratt and Redrow Homes, will administer bookings for the new sports facilities in Buckshaw Village from 10th March 2008.

Minutes of the LCC Development Control Meeting 23rd January 2008 - Decision and planning condition details.

The newly formed junior club which gained FA Charter Standard Status only last year has reached its first ever Semi final in a Cup competition.

Local residents living in Buckshaw Village are being asked for their views on the provision of a new primary school in Buckshaw.

An appeal has been launched for lollipop men and women in Chorley.

Astley Village Juniors FC Under 12's are the latest organisation to benefit from Lancashire County Council's Local Grant Scheme.

A special fundraising day to help pay for a dream holiday to Disneyland for stab victim Jessica Knight should be a real knockout.

A CHORLEY football team is celebrating after the first ever stand was built at their home ground thanks to funding from Chorley Council.

The timetable for the inquiry was set out at the pre inquiry meeting last Friday (1st February). The Inspector will confirm such in his pre inquiry meeting notes when they are circulated in the near future.

YOUNGSTERS in Chorley are gearing up for a week of fun activities over the half term holiday as part of Chorley Council's Get Up and Go! Programme.

A PROGRAMME of free courses aimed at people wanting to work with children and young people are being hailed a great success.

SPORTS clubs looking for ways of raising their standards are being invited to a series of workshops aimed at improving what they have to offer.

Newly Elected Parish Councillor Tony Acton Loses Battle Against Illness.

Astley MADD productions have launched their latest youth project - a weekly music,art,drama and dance club designed and run by young people for young people.

DOZENS of youngsters have been juggling balls and spinning plates after learning circus skills.

Tuesday evenings Police and Communities Together meeting was well attend. A brief report of the evenings topics has been complied.

The monthly police meeting for Astley Village and Buckshaw Village is to be held on Tuesday 29th January.

The man charged with the attempted murder of schoolgirl, Jessica Knight has appeared at Chorley Magistrates Court this morning and has been remanded in custody until his preliminary hearing set for the 4th February 2008 at Preston Crown Court.

A man from Adlington has been charged with the attempted murder of schoolgirl Jessica Knight.

Chorley police announced this morning that a 21 young man is helping with their inquiries over the Monday evenings knife attack in Astley Village.

Astley Village Cllr Mark Perks has spoken on behalf of the local community in Astley Village saying that their thoughts are with Jessica and her family and are praying for a full recovery.

Lancashire Police are appealing for information after a 14-year-old girl was subjected to a frenzied knife attack in Chorley.

It has been reported a young girl was stabbed in Astley Park at around 5.15pm Monday evening.

Four drugs warrants were executed at premises in Chorley on Thursday 17th January by Lancashire Police. Officers were involved in Operation Corduroy during the afternoon, which saw four warrants carried out under the Misuse of Drugs Act.

The Landfill tip plans are to go before the Development Control Committee at County on Wednesday 23rd January.

A UNIQUE programme of free courses aimed at people wanting to work with children and young people in their local community will be held in January.

The Chorley Play Partnership is to hold its 2nd Winter Play Day on Saturday 26th January at the Lancastrian Suite Town Hall Chorley. 11am until 3pm

Details of the latest police priorities have been provided following the last Police and Communities Together meeting ( PACT ).

Yarrow Valley Country Park is continuing to make 'Chorley Smile' with the majority of visitors rating it as excellent in a new user survey.

County Council planning chiefs and councillors will be visiting the Buckshaw Village landfill site on Wednesday 9th January to assess first hand the issues raised by the planning application which seeks a 3 year tip extension.

Robert Young who worked for both parish councils tragically died on New Years Eve.

Developers Redrow & Barratt have submitted plans for the Buckshaw Village Community Hall and village green.

Cuerden Valley Park has been given a new entrance sign - thanks to the generosity of local councillors.

Buckshaw Retirement Village opens its doors to visitors during a very special launch weekend to be held on January 12th and 13th 2008

BLOW off the cobwebs and start the New Year as you mean to go on with a nine-mile circular walk around Chorley taking in much of Yarrow Valley Country Park.

RESIDENTS in Chorley are being urged to keep up with their good work and continue recycling over the festive period.

Plans submitted by BAE to extend the landfill site off Central Avenue Buckshaw Village have been deferred to allow for a site visit.

Young people from Astley Village have had their art work displayed in the village centre.Lancashire County have also approved funding for a further art project to take place.

YOUNG entrepreneurs from secondary schools across Chorley were invited into the 'dragons' den' to showcase their business skills.

OVER 1,000 people flocked to Chorley town centre on Friday night to experience Chorley's first ever-Dickensian night and see the big Christmas lights switch on.

MUSEUM visitors are celebrating after one of Chorley's main visitor attractions scooped a national award.

PEOPLE are being invited to enjoy Christmas in the Park with a special visit from Father Christmas.

CRIME figures in Chorley have dropped by almost a fifth in the past year making the borough one of the safest places in the country to live, work and visit.

RESIDENTS are being given the opportunity to make a difference and join an influential new panel as part of the Council's innovative Chorley Smile campaign.

SOCCER-MAD kids can enjoy free Friday night football thanks to a new initiative from Chorley Council.

A POPULAR Chorley country park is now flying the prestigious Green Flag it was awarded earlier this year after being named among the best open spaces in the country.

Campaigners have been informed that April 2008 will see Tarmac's quarry appeal heard at a public inquiry.

A FANTASTIC new sport and physical activity centre for young children and teenagers has launched in Coppull.

Lancashire Environmental Improvement Projects Reach Places Other Projects Just Cannot Reach!

County Council bosses are to begin informal consultation with local schools and communities over proposals for a New Primary school on Buckshaw Village.

Work to transform Duxbury Park Clubhouse into a state-of-the-art building is gathering pace with the demolition of the café and changing rooms starting on Monday (November 12).

A call is being issued to all schools across Chorley to make sure they don't miss out on being part of a fantastic annual community event - the Chorley Christmas parade.

Rangers at Yarrow Valley Country Park are leading a guided nature walk through the woods on Sunday November 11.

The Lancashire Local Chorley has approved a number of grants for local groups from County Councillor Mark Perks' fund.

A 'herd' of cowbins has been arriving at some communal bin stores at Buckshaw Village in a bid to encourage people to recycle.

Chorley Council has set up the Village Hall and Community Centre Capital Fund to offer a helping hand to non-profit making groups in the town.

Chorley's first town centre 'nightclub' for under 18s has been declared a huge success.

Applejax night club in Chorley opens its doors to under 18's EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT !

A site in Buckshaw Village has been identified as the potential base for a brand new super mental hospital.

A BRAND new sports club for young people will be launched later this month in Chorley.

Local people in Chorley are being urged to take a fresh look at one of the borough's best leisure facilities when it opens fully following a £1.2million refurbishment and improvement scheme.

Family favourite, the Chorley Cake Street Fair is back in town this month with lots of exciting fairground rides and attractions to entertain all ages.

Local children from a Chorley Primary School have walked their way to a healthy lifestyle this week with pedometers supplied by Chorley Council.

Astley Village will soon see a new project aimed at keeping young people in the village engaged in a weekend evening motorcycle maintenance venture.

YOUNG people who complained there was nothing to do in Chorley were today invited to get involved in a new under 18s night to be launched in a local nightclub.

Buckshaw Village Residents Face Tipping Proposals Until March 2011.

Chorley Borough Council has switched off its plans to install lights along the main driveway through Astley Park.

A FOOTBALL team has started the season on a high with a new pavilion and changing rooms thanks to help from Chorley Council.

A Chorley school for children with autism is celebrating its first birthday and a glowing Ofsted report.

RISING sports stars from across Chorley will be hoping to win top prizes in a glittering ceremony at the Lancashire Sports Awards 2007.

A TRAILER full of educational tools offering the chance to learn more about climate change will stop off at Yarrow Valley Country Park in October.

Lancashire County Council is proposing to reduce the speed limit on Chorley Old Road from 40mph to 30 mph.

AN OLYMPIAN hopeful has paid tribute to the support offered through a local sports forum as he looks forward to taking on some of the best swimmers in the world.

PEOPLE are being invited to join park rangers for an after dark walk to see Yarrow Valley Country Park at night, followed by a hot pot supper.The event will take place on Friday 28th September starting at 7pm. Tickets cost £5.

An ignorant resident who chucked seven black bins liners full of rubbish into open countryside was left shame-faced after being tracked down and fined.

PEOPLE in Chorley can now access the first ever sports club directory in the town thanks to the work of Chorley Council

A reveiw of the traffic lanes on Euxton Lane at the traffic light junction/ entrance to Chorley Hospital have been made.

A TALENTED student is celebrating a first for Chorley after receiving a special award for clocking up more than 200 hours of volunteer work undertaken in the sporting community

A new viewing platform built to create better access for everyone to enjoy the River Yarrow is now open to members of the public.

Residents are being asked for their views and comments on the local waste collection service offered in Chorley

Chorley's popular public golf course has had plans for a new clubhouse passed by planners

Families from all over Chorley gathered on Sunday to enjoy the activities provided free at the towns Green Flag Yarrow Valley Park.

The local ceramic group are holding their 5th exhibition this weekend.

A local housing association has been awarded a £ 500,000 environmental improvement grant.

Chorley's Green Flag Park is offering a bumper bank holiday weekend - with a European Bat Night Watch planned for Saturday 25th and a Family Woodlands Day on the 26th August.

County Highway Officers given notice of the dates and times road closures will occur affecting Junction 8 of the M61.

Astley's third film project has got underway with young people aiming to produce their first musical.

The centre is aimed at the 50 + age group and is located on Gillibrand Street Chorley. However, they welcome everyone and its worth paying a visit.

Young people's activities have now entered into the third week of the summer holidays and are proving to be very popular.

FAMILIES wanting a fun afternoon of entertainment are being invited to a Mad Hatters tea party on Sunday 19th August, to mark the end of a popular exhibition at Astley Hall.

AN action-packed two-day event aimed at raising disability awareness in Chorley has been hailed a success.

People are being reminded not to jump into reservoirs, lodges and rivers to cool down during the summer season and arrival of warmer weather.

Yet another motorbike accident on Dawson Lane Whittle-le-Woods has led for calls for a review about safety fears along this stretch of road.

Rangers at Yarrow Valley Country Park are carrying out their annual survey to find out why people use the park, what they think of it and what improvements can be made.

Astley Village Action & Astley Village Juniors FC summer holiday activity programme gets off to a flying start.

Families joined in the fun at the towns 20th Play Day event held on Wednesday.

Organised by Chorley Council in conjunction with other partner organisations this weekends event has raised the profile of services and activities available to people with disabilities in Chorley.

Chorley Council is holding its Annual and 20th Play Day Event at Devonshire Road Recreation Ground on Wednesday 1st August 2007.

Housing Developers act quickly following a request to tidy up open space on Euxton housing estate.

The Chorley Community Safety Partnership is working with the local licensed traders in tackling the problem of adults buying alcohol for young people under the age of 18.

Local people are being urged to check out Reach, Chorley's disability awareness event being held along Fazakerley Street in Chorley Town Centre fromFriday 3rd August and Saturday 4th August 11 am to 3pm.

Astley Village Action's decision to included a week long art club activity in their summer programme this year has proven to be a popular choice

Chorley Council, Lancashire County Council and the North West Regional Development Agency are to embark on a significant land reclamation programme in September . This will see the Big Wood and Copperworks Wood areas of Chorley improved.

Residents of an Euxton housing development are happier today after Persimmon Homes agreed to honour a previous developers management of an open space area.

Young people have been set the challenge of making a Musical and Filming it during the summers holidays.

Places on the Astley Village Action holiday summer activities are going fast only a few of the weeks have places left..

One of Chorley's most popular parks has been named one of the best open spaces in the country following it successfully retaining Green Flag status.

From Saturday 21st July until Sunday 19th August Astley Hall will be hosting an exhibition of famous illustrations. Free Admission

Former Albany High school pupil Sam Hurst fresh from his grand finale appearance on BBC's 'Let Me Entertain You' performed over the weekend as part of the town Midsummer Festival.

Teenage Pregnancy Partnership Group Given £ 10,000 Funding Boost.

On Wednesday 11th July as part of Operation Summer nights. Young people in Euxton will find they can obtain discounts for good behaviour.

Chorley Borough Council's young people's summer activities programme has been launched this week.

Astley Village Action will once again be running young people activities during the summer holidays.

Young people competing for Team Chorley at the Lancashire Youth Games produced a series of fine performances on Saturday 30th June.

Astley Village once again provided an "Open Gardens" event worth visiting last Sunday.

Lancashire & Cheshire Photographic Union are currently holding their annual exhibition of photographs at Astley Hall in Chorley.

Chorley's Popular Midsummer Festival Begins Saturday 30th June.

17 teams from Chorley will be competing in the games being held at Stanley Park, Blackpool this Saturday 30th June.

Information on decisions taken affecting Astley & Buckshaw, Clayton & Whittle and Euxton North communities in Chorley North Division.

Plans for better access at Yarrow Valley Country Park are due to start in early June.

Chorley and District Neighbourhood Watch Association launches YAPZ - Young Adults Pipeline website.

Pupils at Buckshaw Primary school took delivery of 200 Petunia's as they prepare their hanging baskets.

Outstanding " Grassroots" achievements recognised at Chorley Sports Awards.

During the four days of the May half term nearly 400 young people took part in activities all around the borough.

An art graffiti board project run during the May half term produces some colourful images from young people attending the four day activity.

A young people's film group have impressed Chorley Council chiefs so much that their first ever film is being shown to the public visiting the town customers services One Stop Shop on Union Street.

Astley Hall recently hosted the Astley Open Art Exhibition. Over 75 local artists entered 149 pieces of art work.

Astley Village Juniors Under 11's team celebrated at the recent Central Lancs League Awards evening, when they collected their runners up trophies.

Recent changes mean a local bus route no longer uses Greenside route in Euxton.This is causing some real concerns for elderly residents.

Read the latest article on the quarry taken from the Euxton Parish Council newsletter the " Euxton Web "

The Buckshaw Regional Development Site saw the new Link Road opened to traffic on Friday 4th May.

The 2007 Chorley Sports Awards take place on Friday 25th May.

Astley Village to hold young people's art activities during the May half term holidays.For full details visit Chorley Council's GET UP & GO programme.

The children's hospice situated on the outskirts of Astley Village falls victim to a sickening act of vandalism.

Chorley Borough Council's Leisure and Cultural Services has now taken over the management of the Heritage Lottery Astley Park Project.

Pictures bring home the reality of what Euxton residents can expect should Tarmac win their planning appeal for a sand quarry in Euxton.

Planners at Chorley Council have thrown out plans for a 15 metre phone mast near to Bolton Wanderers training ground on Euxton Lane.

As part of the £ 1.2 bn national system of direct train driver to signaller communications network.Land near to Euxton Junction has been chosen for a communications mast.

Astley Village Juniors Under 11's team have clinched runners up spot in Central Lancs League.

This years Easter activities have once again proven to be popular with young people joining in the football and filming projects held in Astley Village.

Extracts of a report recently produced by Chorley Borough Council's Leisure and Cultural unit on the Heritage Lottery Fund project for Astley Park.

Students and staff from Parklands High School Conservation group tried their hands at hedge planting over the weekend.

Places for the Astley Village young people's holiday football programme have once again been snapped up for Easter.

Players at Brinscall Village Junior Football Club are set to benefit from improved pitch facilities following successful partnership funding.

Young artists in Chorley have been making their mark on the borough as part of a project aimed at reducing anti social behaviour.

A guided walk by the parks rangers will take place on Sunday 11th March beginning at 1pm from the Visitor Centre.

Students from Parklands High School in Chorley joined local police in a ground breaking initiative designed to get drivers to think about their speeding.

British Welterweight boxing champion Michael Jennings and UK Olympic 3000m steeplechaser Stuart Stokes visit the brand new health and fitness suite at All Season's in Chorley.

Chorley Council is submitting a bid to the Big Lottery with the aim to create and improve play opportunities for children under 16 throughout the borough.

Hundreds of young people took part in Chorley Councils Get Up and Go activities over the February half term activities.

Chorley and South Ribble Hospital will be offered to operate a CATS service and run by the Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Young people from Chorley joined in the clowning around at Clayton earlier this week as part of the Get Up and Go activities.

As spring approaches tickets are limited for the few remaining ghost tours left at Astley Hall before they recommence in September.

Launched last year Chorley FM is the Chorley's very own community radio station.

Astley Village Juniors officials will be presented with the club FA Charter Award this Sunday at the Reebok Stadium.

Chorley's Get Up and Go programme is back, bigger and better for 2007.

Artists, photographers and sculptors in Lancashire are invited to take part in an exciting art competition with the chance to have their work displayed at Astley Hall.

Chorley Council chiefs today began designing the Buckshaw Railway Station facility with Network Rail.

The single biggest festival of sport got underway last week when a gymnastics competition took place at Holy Cross Sports College.

The next meeting of the Chorley meeting will take place on Thursday 8th February at 6.15pm.
Venue St Mary's Parish Centre Devonshire Road Chorley.

Places For People have begun consulting residents from Broadfields in Astley Village over green spaces regenerations plans for their neighbourhood.

Hundreds of mums, dads and young children came and supported the Chorley Play Partnership's - Winter Playday Event on Saturday 27th January.

Chorley Town Hall's Lancastrian Suite is playing host to the Chorley Play Partnerships 1st ever Winter Play Day Event and the A.G.M. Beginning 10 am.

22 schools from across Chorley will be competing in the Copa Del Brazillia Futbol Salao Cup during the next four weeks. The grand final to be held at Clayton Green Sports Centre on Monday 19th February.

High winds caused damage to many trees in the Astley area Dam Head Wood, Westway Ponds and Chancery Road affected.

Young people in Chorley are being offered a chance to express themselves on new graffiti boards as part of a project aimed to tackle anti social behaviour in the town.The work will be eventually displayed at the Rangletts Recreation Ground off Pilling Lane.

A new soccer centre has been created in Chorley run by Chorley Council and the Chorley & District Sports Forum. Football sessions are being held at Southlands High School from 8 to 18 year olds. Every Monday 6pm to 8pm.

People are increasingly visiting the 700 acre park that won the National Green Flag Award last year, for peace, relaxation and to spend time with their families according to a latest survey.

Twelve new cycle lockers have been donated to three primary schools in Chorley. The lockers will provide safe and dry place for children who cycle to school to leave their bikes during the day.

Health Walks are to be held at Yarrow Valley Country Park in Chorley every other Thursday. The first on Thursday 18th January between 10 am and 11am. The walks are designed to help improve an individuals health.

Network Rail, Train Operators and Lancashire County Council begin to agree details for station completion.

Tarmac Ltd have issued a press release this morning announcing their intentions to appeal against the decision made in November 2006 by County Councillors to refuse planning permission.

Redrow Homes ( Lancashire ) Ltd have submitted a planning application for an all weather pitch and multi-use games area as part of the Buckshaw Village development.

Chorley Council has once again invited residents to drop off their Christmas trees at the park for them to be recycled into wood chippings.

For those of you ready for some serious walking, a nine mile circular walk around Chorley starts from Yarrow Valley Country Park at 9.30 am on Tuesday 2nd January.

Residents living above the shops in Astley Village have called once again for improved security following Thursday evening arson attack.

Chorley Marlins have been literally swimming their socks off recently, following on from a busy three week gala schedule.They gained promotion to Division 1 at the Manchester Aquatics Centre last week.

Major drainage improvement works have begun at the Chorley golf course in order to make it playable all the year round.

The popular Green Flag awarded Yarrow Park has now produced its programme for 2007.For further details read the article.

Members of the school council at Parklands were shown around the Chorley Police CCTV system.

Lodge Artists Society are to hold their 28th Annual Art Exhibition at Astley Hall Gallery the weekends of December 2nd -3rd & 9th - 10th 2006.

The North West Multi Faith Tourism Association today awarded St Laurence Church the Marque of Excellence.

Older People got the chance today to take part in the first Forum event held in Chorley to discuss issues that concern them. They also had the opportunity to raise them directly with organisations responsible for delivering the services.

Astley Hall invites you to a traditional Victorian Christmas

School children across Chorley are being put through their paces by a unique mini circuit-training programme.

Roll up, roll up for this year's Chorley Christmas Parade

Local people and groups who want to see more play facilities in the borough are being invited to get invloved in a Big Lottery bid for more than £ 200,000 of funding.

Fans of antiques and crafts can enjoy an early start to their Christmas Shopping when Chorley's popular Astley Hall Museum and Art Gallery opens its doors for its annual Dickensian fair on 19th November.

Gymnastics has somersaulted to new heights in Chorley as special eight week coaching programmes have been organised by thirty Chorley schools. Is your local school involved ?

The latest news about the Heritage Lottery Funded Project - Plus your views are sought on the future of the Pets Corner.

Young people from Chorley's High School are preparing for the Enterprise Challenge event which is being held on Monday 13th November at the Town Hall in Chorley.

Two more highway schemes have recently been completed in Astley Village. One to reduce traffic speeds on Westway and the other to improve public footpath lighting along Chancery Road.

Young People in Chorley aged between 14 and 18 will have another opportunity to take part in the " On The Ladder " coaching scheme.

With over 8000 young people taking part the 2006 Get Up and Go Activities. Chorley Council wants ideas for new activities for 2007.

The Joint Lancashire PCT Board have published the results of the 16 week consultation over the mental health service.

Work on Chorley's latest cycle route has now been completed and two communities now find they have a direct route into the town centre designed specifically for cyclists.

As part of Local Democracy Week young people from two Chorley High Schools met with local councillors to seek answers to their questions.

The summer film project that has been the talk of the town was given its premiere showing this evening. As one film critic commented - "this was special".

Young people people who attend the summer holidays Silent Movie project are to have their very own Premiere on Thursday 12th October. The film will be shown at Astley Hall.

Chorley Yarrow Park organised its first ever " Tramper Day" last Thursday. Trampers are all terrain, off road scooters designed to allow people who have low mobility access to the countryside.

Council joins forces with Glendale Golf and pledges £ 1.2m to regenerate the public golf course at Duxbury Park, Chorley.

The Full Council will meet on the 5th October 2006.

After an 18 month wait campaigners are celebrating the rejection by the County Council's Development Control Meeting of Tarmac's proposals for a Quarry in Euxton.

Murals featuring images of Chorley displayed at the towns railway station have been nominated in the Community Rail Awards 2006.

Conservation Technologies based at the National Museum Liverpool have been using the latest technology to carry out scanning tests on Astley Hall's unique ceilings.

The long wait over the Tarmac Sand Quarry Planning application is nearly over. County planners are to make their decision on 21st September.

Parents, Governors, Staff , Children and Councillors in Whittle have begun their campaign to save their school's crossing patrol. After County Council bosses decided to axe it.

South Lancashire Arts Partnership - Music Cafe project is proving to be extremely popular and well received by young people interested in the music scene.

The 700 acre Yarrow Valley Country Park was one of just a few innovative green spaces in Lancashire to receive the award this year. Cllr Mark Perks went along to congratulate the team and help fly the flag.

As the final filming took place last week on the three week summer holiday filming project. Organisers praise young people attending and look forward to the PREMIER opening.

Astley Village Action's summer activities for young people enters it final week. The programme has once again been popular and had a record number of young people attending.

Young people taking part in the Astley Village Silent Movie project where visited by both BBC TV and Radio this week in surprise visits.

Astley Village Action and South Lancashire Arts Partnership young most ambitious young people's holiday project yet started last week.

Meet your County Councillor and officers from Lancashire County Council on Tuesday 8th August 2006.

Astley Village Action Group's summer multi-sports activities began this week and mark the fourth year the activities have taken place. Week 1 of the 4 weeks programme was fully booked.

A brief update on Highways, Chorley Library and Subsidised Bus Services issued raised at the meeting held on 31st July 2006.

Whittle and Clayton Scout group are celebrating a cash windfall thanks to their local Lancashire County Councillor.

The popular annual family fun day will take place on Coronation Recreation Ground, Devonshire Road, Chorley on Wednesday 2nd August between 11am and 3pm.

Vodafone have indicated they intend submitting plans for a phone mast in the Lucas Green area of Chorley.

Network Chorley began operating on 23rd July heralding a much needed boost to the public transport service around the town.

County Cllr Mark Perks has called on County Council Road Safety Officers to reverse their decision to scrap the lollipop patrol at Whittle-Le-Woods C of E School which is situated on the busy A6 Preston .

The proposal to build a footpath that would have cut through Damhead Wood has been altered to meet concerns of local groups.

Michael Hall an Euxton based baker has found the recipe for success with the help of a Rosebud Loan.

Rivington Hall Barn one of the most popular bikers venues in the North West hosted a safety campaign held over the weekend and run by the Partnership for Road Safety team at the start of National Motorcycle Week .

Silent movies are to return to Chorley this summer. A Summer Film Project is to give young people the opportunity to create their own black and white silent movies, which will receive a public showing later in the year.

Team Chorley soaked up the fun as they took part in another fantastic Youth Games held on Saturday 8th July at Stanley Park, Blackpool.

The popular Midsummer Festival got underway last Saturday as dancers filled the town centre entertainers shoppers and visitors.

The County Council has announced phase 2 of a project to provide provision for under fives in Chorley.

Councillors have received notice this afternoon that the council has had a change of heart and taken the decision to keep the respite care home for young people open. Congratulations to those parents who fought such a well argued and dignified campaign.

Young people from Astley Village have been praised for their commitment and involvement in youth training programme.

The introduction of Network Chorley is presently scheduled for 23 July 2006 as the 3 year project successfully received £ 802,618.

The first meeting of the Lancashire Local Chorley will be held at 6.30pm on Thursday 15th June in the St Mary's Parish Centre, Devonshire Road, Chorley.

Astley Village Parish Council provides 200 petunia's to Buckshaw Primary School to launch its "Junior Petunia" competition as part of the Astley In Bloom event.

Lancashire County Council have issued an update on how the Buckshaw Village railway station project is progressing.

A group of young people from across Chorley Borough form group to help improve music facilities and local culture services as part of Chorley's strategy to create a young people's cultural quarter.

Proposal : Extraction and processing for sale of approximately 4.32 million tonnes of high grade sand from a total area of 68ha including the construction of a new access road and processing plant with associated stockpiling areas weighbridge and office building with progressive restoration to agriculture and conservation .

Astley Village dancer Lana Williams made it through to the final of the hit BBC programme on Saturday 27th May.

Local junior football club hosts first annual presentation evening.

Car thieves operating in the Astley Village area have struck again.This time the car stolen was used to cause over £3000 of damage to a nature reserve boundary fence.

Local Whittle councillors and County Councillor Mark Perks are to meet highways bosses to discuss road safety issues in the area.

Chris Coyne coach and manager of Astley Village Juniors FC receives Chorley Coach of the Year Award.

Phase 1 of the new cycleway through Astley Village linking up with St Michaels' High School is well underway.

Visitors using Chorley hospital have been leaving their cars on Euxton Lane. By parking straight after the traffic lights accidents have been waiting to happen.

Following a year long wrangle County Council chiefs decide to keep Clayton open space.

Residents concern over possible toxic smoke emissions has led to a series of discussions and meetings to look at easing local fears.

Proposals for a circular footpath around Astley Park's lake have been questioned.

In the latest arson attack a stolen car is burnt and dumped on football playing field car park.

Astley Village Juniors FC's has successfully bid for funding to develop its football coaching programme and facilities for the Under 11's team.

The controversial decision to close the respite care home has even some County Council members waiting for information. This is no way to treat vulnerable families.

Young people taking part in the Easter sports activities held at Chorley RUFC receive their certificates of achievement.

First week of sports activities gets off to great start with young people from across Chorley turn out at Chorley RUFC.

County Councillors given tour of the Typhoon assembly line at BAE Warton earlier this week.

Astley Village - Spring Clean Action Earth Project attracted more then 50 volunteers who took part in a big clean up of the village.

With less than 1 week to go before the Easter break.The countdown to the Easter holidays football activities has now begun..

The latest Key Stage 3 results for Literacy, Numeracy and Science show Chorley schools continue to provide an education for its students above the National Average.

Chorley Fire and Rescue officers today held an information and awareness day for local county councillors. The town's Green Watch team provided a demonstration of how they rescue car crash victims.

The External Overview and Scrutiny Committee will meet on the 30th March 2006.

Euxton C of E Primary School planning application for replacing existing boundary fence has been amended following residents concerns over gated access.

A report investigating requests for Designation Orders for 2 areas of Chorley, has highlighted some serious issues regarding policing in Chorley.

Young People in a Chorley village are celebrating, as a project that delivers various activities during the school holidays has been successful in its bid for funding.

Public Space Services are presently working on a number of schemes in the Chorley North Division.

Lancashire County Council has begun to assign County Councillors to act as mentors to the County's Youth Ambassador's Programme.

Following a lengthy wait since questions were raised back in August 2005 over the controversial sand extraction plans. Tarmac have now responded. Further public consultation is now planned.

A Chorley Youth Cafe Project just awarded £ 88,000 has been refused permission by County Council bosses to operate from the Bus Interchange.

Ground Floor Lighting at Chorley Hospital's Multi-Storey Car Park has created a light blight nuisance for some Astley Village residents.

A Chorley and South Ribble Arts Charity has been awarded just over £ 80,000 to run a three Youth Cafe Project in Chorley.

Residents living on an Euxton housing development are being asked to help report the current acts of vandalism being carried on a newly planted hedge on Euxton Lane.

In the first of a series of articles on the project. Mark looks at the proposals for the Nursery Garden.

Astley Park's 300 year old Yew tree was one of many trees that fell today as contractors move quickly to remove the Chorley park trees.

The latest application submitted by Barratt Homes goes before Chorley councillors on Tuesday 14th February.

Following a succesful bid for £ 2.5 million from Heritage Lottery Fund, work began this week on the controversial tree felling in Astley Park.

Chorley B.C. Public Space Services have produced the findings of last months public consultation exercise on the cycling initiatives for Astley Village.

A 24 hour main carriageway clearway order has been applied by Chorley Borough Council acting as agents for Lancashire County Council.

Whittle residents have called for highway improvements regarding Dawson Lane traffic problems and fatal accident.

Astley Village Action with the support of Astley Village Parish Council have organised a February Half Term Football & Tag Rugby coaching and mini games programme.

Agents acting on behalf of T-Mobile have confirmed two potential sites have been identified along Chancery Road, Astley Village.

Pear Tree Lane in Euxton will be closed between Wednesday 25th January through to Monday 30th January for emergency road repairs.

Whittle Village Hall sees lastest computer room project completed.

New deal brings further A6 road works to Whittle-le-Woods, as the Buckshaw Development Site - Link Road construction gets underway.

Residents of Astley Village and the surrounding areas have until this Friday to submit views and suggestions on the three safer cycling proposals.

Buckshaw Primary School, Astley Village working in partnership with South Lancashire Arts Partnership launches the new after school art club this Tuesday 17th January.

County Council Planning Officer Informs County Councillor Mark Perks Whittle Little Quarry Owners Have Installed Wheel Wash.

The application mainly affects the residential properties along Foxglove Drive, Lea Road, Bluebell Close and Lupin Close all in Whittle-le-Woods. As they lie to the East of the site.

Planners are to make decisions on three planning applications that fall within Chorley North. Two are further housing developments in Buckshaw Village.

Officers have been asked to investigate the Register of Electors in an attempt to place residents in the correct area of Chorley.

Chorley Borough Council will be holding a consultation meeting to seek residents views and ideas for new play area.

From 14th December 2005 to 22nd March 2006 the Cumbria and Lancashire SHA are asking local people for their views on proposals to strengthen Strategic Health Authorities, Primary Care Trusts and NHS Ambulance Trusts.

Following the successful Eaves Green Art club, South Lancashire Arts Partnership is to Launch an Art Club in Astley Village.

Lancashire County Council and Chorley B.C. have launched a consultation exercise over cycling initiatives that would benefit residents of Astley Village, Chorley.

Housing Developers Taylor Woodrow have formally submitted plans for developing the public open space opposite the Euxton Scout Building off Mile Stone Meadow.

County's request for further information still unanswered by Tarmac. Quarry Planning decision likely to be delayed further.

Latest pictures and news from around the Buckshaw Village Development.

The resumption of waste being imported to the quarry off Hill Top Lane has brought misery to Whittle residents.

Nine pupils from Buckshaw Primary School successfully complete Module 2 of the County Council's ' Passport to Safer Cycling Scheme'

Whittle-le-Woods C of E school named in list of Outstanding schools. Euxton St Mary's RC and Euxton Primrose Hill in Lancashire County Council's Top Performing List.

Requests for weight restrictions along a Chorley country Lane have been refused.

Murals covering the length of Chorley Railway Station subway show local young people's creativity.

County Councillor Mark Perks and Whittle-Le-Woods Parish Council requests for Designations Orders, to tackle Alcohol related incidents in Astley Village and Whittle are to be investigated by Chorley Borough Council MAPS Team.

Chorley North Councillor - Mark Perks has been awarded the CSV Commitment Award For 2005.

A £ 40,000 project to transform a cluster of overgrown ponds woodland into a nature reserve has been hailed a huge success.

Euxton Lane,Euxton, Chorley Borough Revocation, 30mph and 40 mph Speed Limit Order

County Council Traffic Engineers Conduct Review

County Council consider Traffic Regulation Order For Central Avenue, Euxton.

Chorley Borough Council's planning application list for week 4th November 2005.

The November meeting to be held at the Village Hall, Union Street, Whittle-Le-Woods on Monday 14th November at 7.45pm.

Westway Ponds Community Nature Reserve in Astley Village will be opened on Wednesday 9th November 2005.

Despite attempts to repair a hedge on Euxton Lane near Wentworth Drive - residents from the housing development hinder progress.

Despite residents objections both plans have been passed by Chorley Development Control Committee.

Latest information from County Hall planners regarding the Euxton Sand Extraction Plans.

Residents of the Mile Stone Meadow area in Euxton - ( Canonswood Development) are finally going to get their estate completed.

Confusion on street names and BT service provision are tackled by County Councillor Mark Perks.

Chorley North County Councillor Mark Perks has asked County Hall for explanations on Pedestrian Improvement Measures delays in his area.

Lancashire Youth & Community Services take Chorley Youth Council members on a residential team building break.

Plans for a Go-Kart track on land adjacent to Euxton Park Golf Driving Range go before planners on Tuesday 25th October.

County Councillor Mark Perks has made a formal request for a "Designation Order" to be placed around a local shopping area in order to combat anti-social behaviour problems.

Builders Taylor Woodrow have responded to calls for action on the Euxton Lane housing development, following County Councillor Mark Perks intervention.

Residents from across the Milestone Meadow development in Euxton express safety concerns over unrepaired street lights.

T-Mobile ( UK) Ltd plan for mast on land adjacent to Shaw Hill Bridge, Preston Road, Whittle-le-Woods

The non profit making organisation recently held its AGM and reported on another successful year.

Local school children benefit from project as Groundwork team complete the last major works down at the ponds.

Community Panel to investigate how to engage the local community in its decision making process.

County Council officers provide latest information on the development and progress of new station planned for Buckshaw Village.

Chorley Community Panel receive report on latest position regarding juvenile nuisance initiatives.

A brief peak at the new village hall and a welcomed community facility for Whittle-le-Woods.

Chorley's newest junior team kick off to a good start by winning their first ever league match.

Third week of activities see an actioned pack programme down at Astley Village Community Centre.

Following recent traffic accidents along Euxton Lane - County Council and Lancashire Police conduct a Stage 5 Road Safety Audit.

Concerns expressed over graffiti, lighting and dog fouling.
Plus update on 1st Unit construction at the Regional Development Site.

Brief report on the activities,achievements and developments of the CVS.

In its most ambitious project of providing free holiday activities yet. Astley Village Action summer programme begins with South Lancs Youth Theatre Summer Drama School.

Work On Community Pond Project Started in July - View latest pictures of the progress being made.

Astley Village Action launch their biggest programme of young people's activities for summer 2005.

Residents 1st Ever Open Garden Event - A Blooming Success.

Hillside Crescent Phone Box To Be Axed - BT Open Consultation Period.

Chorley Borough Council Development Control Committee to lodge objections on quarry plans

Mid Lancashire Colts Junior Football League accept new club into Under 10's League

Plans for a Quarry on land West of M6 motorway between Dawbers Lane and Runshaw Lane and North of Runshaw Lane, Euxton, Lancashire are to be discussed on Tuesday 28th June at Chorley BC Development Control Meeting.

Go Ahead Given For Summer Evening Activity Programme for Whittle Young People.

Contract to resurface the A49 Wigan Road, Euxton to start on 18th July and pedestrian phases to be installed.

Euxton Meeting 16th June / Clayton Parish 20th June

County Councillor Mark Perks has raised road safety issues with County Highway Chief .

Astley Village Juniors Bid To Join League

Astley Village Parish Council at its May meeting re-elected unopposed its current Chairman Mark Perks to serve a second year.

Astley Village Action - local residents group launches multi-sports activity event

The summer holidays are fast approaching and Lancashire County Council is reminding people to renew their Education Travelpass.