Emergency Alerts Test 2025
30th of July, 2025The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm. Your mobile phone or tablet will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent. The alert message will confirm this is a test and...
Read Full ArticleTHE VILLAGE GREEN
29th of July, 2025The Village Green is looking very neat, tidy and well cared for. The Lime tree which was pollarded several months ago, is showing signs of new growth. The benches around the village have been painted by Andy Tomkins, and offer a welcoming and invi...
Read Full ArticleCourier Fraud Alert
28th of July, 2025We want to make you aware of a serious and growing threat: courier fraud, which has cost victims across the UK more than £21 million in the past year alone. The City of London Police, in partnership with the Metropolitan Police, recently launch...
Read Full ArticlePARISH COUNCIL ELECTIONS EXPLAINED
14th of July, 2025On Friday 11 July, a news article informed residents of Croston, that a by election may occur. The document on the link explains the election procedure, should this happen.
Read Full ArticlePOTENTIAL BY ELECTION AND THE COST TO RESIDENTS
11th of July, 2025Due to the removal of Daniel O'Kane in June, a vacancy has arisen on the Parish Council. Chorley Council has advised that 10+ residents have signed a petition to call for a by election; the facts are his will co...
Read Full ArticleROAD SAFETY
11th of July, 2025The Parish Council has road safety as one of its priorities and would like to hear residents views about road safety, and vehicles exceeding the speed limits in and around Croston. Specifically, we would like to hear residents views about any ne...
Read Full ArticlePUBLIC MEETING WITH PAUL FOSTER, MP
11th of July, 2025Paul Foster, MP will hold a public meeting to share information from his discussions with United Utilities and the Environment Agency. When / where: Friday 25 July @3pm, The Old School, Church Street, Croston
Read Full ArticleConsumer Alerts – July 2025
11th of July, 2025Scam tree services offered Reports have been received regarding cold callers offering tree and shrub cutting services in the Hyndburn area. In one instance the traders claimed the overhanging branches were dangerous, wanted cash and claimed mor...
Read Full ArticlePolice ands Crime Commissioner seeks views of women and girls
4th of July, 2025See full article and how you can take part.
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