The day Westhoughton stood still: remembering the Pretoria Pit disaster
How one of Britain’s worst mining disasters shaped the town forever
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The carers who never get a break
Across the UK, 5 million unpaid carers provide essential round-the-clock support for loved ones. The Howfen Journal's Lois Barnett meets one of them for Carers Rights Day.
Major new Lee Hall development unveiled
Plans released for up to 1,450 homes, new care facility and a critical link road.
Five star Thornton bring Daisy unbeaten run to screeching halt
The Cutters conceded 5 goals in the first half to make it a mountain to climb in the second half.
Four first half goals fire Daisy to 4-2 awayday victory
The Cutters finishing prowess helped them to a four goal lead at halftime.