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County Council Election - Results
Published on Thursday, 02 May 2013 in Council and democracy news
Results of the County Council Elections 2013
Keeping Warm Packs
Published on Monday, 14 January 2013 in Health and Wellbeing news
Do you need help keeping warm this winter?
Weather Warning - Be Prepared
Published on Friday, 21 December 2012 in Community and living news
For information on how to prepare for flooding see the Council's advice leaflets and the Environment Agency website.
Hackney carriage/private hire driver licences
Published on Monday, 26 November 2012 in Council and democracy news
Applications for a hackney carriage or private hire driver’s licence are available via the Rossendale Council website.
Ash Dieback Disease
Published on Friday, 23 November 2012 in Council and democracy news
The ash dieback disease is caused by the fungus "Chalara Fraxinea". Ash trees are common within Rossendale and they are found in parks, private gardens, along our roadsides and in the wider environment. Currently there are no confirmed infected trees within the borough.
Four days of Family Christmas Fun
Published on Wednesday, 21 November 2012 in Council and democracy news
Christmas festivities begin this November in the new square on Bank Street with Rawtenstall’s first ever Artisan Christmas Market. Followed by Clogs on't Cobbles with Christmas Lights switch on.
Police and Crime Commissioner Results Announced
Published on Friday, 16 November 2012 in Council and democracy news
Clive Grunshaw [Labour] is elected as Lancashire's first Police and Crime Commissioner
Rossendale Markets – A Great Local Shopping Experience!
Published on Monday, 12 November 2012 in Council and democracy news
Rossendale’s three Markets in Bacup, Haslingden and Rawtenstall have welcomed some great new lines this year alongside the old favourites, making the markets a great place to shop in the run up to Christmas.
Bonfires and Firework Displays Safety Advice
Published on Tuesday, 30 October 2012 in Safety news
Following safety concerns raised by residents and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, we would like to bring to your attention to some key points of advice.
Council Tax Benefit is Changing
Published on Monday, 01 October 2012 in Council tax benefits news
From April 2013 Council Tax Benefit will be abolished and replaced by a localised scheme of Council Tax Support.
Have Your Say
Published on Tuesday, 18 September 2012 in Council and democracy news
We are seeking the views of Rossendale residents about Council proposals to make cuts needed to balance the budget
Valley Centre Plans
Published on Friday, 31 August 2012 in Regeneration projects news
Plans for the Valley Centre are now available for viewing. The first event on the site will take place on 6th October so watch this space for further details.
Rawtenstall Royal’s Wedding receives royal approval
Published on Monday, 31 October 2011 in Council and democracy news
Rawtenstall Market’s Royal Wedding event received a royal seal of approval last week with a letter from Buckingham Palace.
Monsters are Coming!!
Published on Wednesday, 26 October 2011 in Local attractions news
A new interactive monster hunting game linked to the Irwell Sculpture Trail is nearly ready!
Sports Awards 2010
Published on Wednesday, 19 October 2011 in Leisure and culture news
Yes! It’s that time again. As Rossendale Sport and Physical Activity Alliance prepares to hold its 5th Annual Sports Awards.
Illegal encampments
Published on Tuesday, 18 October 2011 in Council and democracy news
The Council has undertaken a review in light of the increased incidences of illegal encampments in the borough
Waterbarn Baptist Chapel, Stacksteads
Published on Tuesday, 18 October 2011 in Council and democracy news
Waterbarn Baptist Chapel, which is a listed building, suffered a partial roof and wall collapse during the evening of Saturday 8th October 2011
STAN THE VAN IS 1
Published on Wednesday, 12 October 2011 in Advice and benefits news
STAN the VAN is celebrating his first anniversary today. STAN is the customer services vehicle shared by Rossendale, Pendle and Ribble Valley councils with the County Council’s Help Direct service.
Rossendale Council backs maternity services at Fairfield Hospital
Published on Wednesday, 12 October 2011 in Health and social care news
The latest moves to save the maternity unit at Fairfield Hospital have been backed by Rossendale Council.
Victoria Park Development Plans Unveiled
Published on Tuesday, 11 October 2011 in Environment and planning news
A new play area design produced by Wicksteed Playscapes has been given the go-ahead by Rossendale Council and the Friends of Victoria Park group.
Bacup Arts & Crafts Festival 2011
Published on Friday, 07 October 2011 in Leisure and culture news
Artists Required! Would you like to be a part of Bacup Arts & Crafts Festival 2011?
Council Re-thinks Decision on Bins
Published on Tuesday, 18 October 2011 in Environment and planning news
Rossendale Borough Councillors last night voted to re-instate doorstep bin collections for around 370 properties that can’t be reached by full-sized refuse collection vehicles.
Jobs and regeneration are the top priority for Rossendale Council
Published on Thursday, 29 September 2011 in Community and living news
The eyesore Valley Centre in Rawtenstall will be demolished following a decision by Full Council to make sorting out the derelict shopping centre their top strategic project.
Use it or lose it” plea from Haslingden market traders
Published on Friday, 23 September 2011 in Community and living news
Traders on Haslingden Market are urging local people to back their local market or risk losing it.
GET YOUR BUS PASS FROM STAN
Published on Monday, 19 September 2011 in Community and living news
Applications for concessionary travel cards (NoW Cards) can now be received by staff on Rossendale Council?s customer services vehicle ? STAN.
Council Meeting 28th September
Published on Tuesday, 18 October 2011 in Council and democracy news
The Council meeting on 28th September will start at 6.00pm and will be held in two sections, with members of the public being able to choose to attend the full meeting or the relevant section.
Consultation begins on proposed new Parliamentary constituencies
Published on Tuesday, 13 September 2011 in Council and democracy news
The independent Boundary Commission for England (BCE) today launches a 12-week consultation on its initial proposals for new Parliamentary constituency boundaries in England.
BIN CHANGES MAY BE OVERTURNED
Published on Thursday, 01 September 2011 in Council and democracy news
Council Leader, Councillor Alyson Barnes has announced that she is minded to overturn proposed refuse collection arrangements agreed by the previous council administration earlier this year.
HELP US SAVE THE 464 BUS SERVICE!
Published on Friday, 26 August 2011 in Community and living news
Councillors from Rossendale are continuing to work on ways to secure the long term future of evening services on the 464 bus route.
Don’t lose your vote in 2012
Published on Thursday, 25 August 2011 in Council and democracy news
Voter registration forms will soon be dropping through letterboxes across Rossendale.
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