Council news
Proposed Constituency Boundary Changes
Published: Tuesday 13th September 2011
Ribble Valley residents are invited to have their say on proposed boundary changes to the Ribble Valley parliamentary constituency.
Residents Invited To Have Their Say On Planning
Published: Tuesday 28th June 2011
Residents in Ribble Valley and visitors to the area are being invited to have their say on the future of planning and development in the borough.
Council Sets Recession-Beating Budget
Published: Wednesday 9th February 2011
Thrifty Ribble Valley Borough Council has announced a council tax freeze without cuts in jobs or services.
Council Publishes Annual Report
Published: Wednesday 24th November 2010
Ribble Valley Borough Council has published its 2010 annual report.
Castle Showcase For Local Artists
Published: Thursday 21st October 2010
GREEN men, musicians and flamingos provided the inspiration for some of the artists at Inspired, the 2010 Ribble Valley open art exhibition.
Brochure Exchange in Ribble Valley
Published: Thursday 7th October 2010
TOURISM buffs are invited to a unique brochure exchange day at the Calf’s Head, Worston, on Wednesday, October 13.
Mayor Gives Renault Car Advert "Nil Point"
Published: Monday 2nd August 2010
Ribble Valley Mayor Lois Rimmer has given French car giant Renault "nil point" for an advertisement campaign spoofing the village of Gisburn.
Huge Wooden Man Comes to Clitheroe
Published: Monday 19th July 2010
A huge wooden carving of a cross-legged man will take centre stage in a unique exhibition at Clitheroe castle from Friday, July 23.
Groundbreaking Play Areas Near Completion
Published: Monday 12th July 2010
Work on two groundbreaking Ribble Valley adventure play areas is nearing completion.
Young Achievers and Community Champions Honoured
Published: Thursday 1st July 2010
Ribble Valley's young achievers and community champions were honoured at a ceremony in Clitheroe.
Join the Search for Ribble Valley Heroes
Published: Wednesday 23rd June 2010
Ribble Valley residents are being asked to join the search for the borough's unsung heroes in a unique collaboration between a gifted young portrait artist and Clitheroe Castle Museum.
Successful Food Trail to be Re-Launched
Published: Monday 21st June 2010
An award-winning food trail devised by Ribble Valley Borough Council is to be re-launched two years after being a runaway success.
Clitheroe Castle Wins Top Tourism Award
Published: Thursday 10th June 2010
Clitheroe Castle and Museum has been named Small Visitor Attraction of the Year at the 2010 Lancashire and Blackpool Tourist Awards.
Clitheroe Street Market Road Closure
Published: Friday 30th April 2010
Motorists are advised that the centre of Clitheroe will be closed to traffic on Saturday, August 14, for the Clitheroe Fine Food and Craft Street Market.
Tree-Planting Scheme Gets to the Roots
Published: Thursday 22nd April 2010
Up to 50 trees are being planted in the grounds of Clitheroe Castle over the next two years.
Night-Time Kicks for Young Footballers
Published: Wednesday 31st March 2010
Youngsters in Ribble Valley at a loose end on Friday nights are invited to “kick around” at a free late-night football league.
Plaques Etch Local History in Memory
Published: Wednesday 24th March 2010
A series of plaques featuring key events in the history of Clitheroe with explanations in Braille are to be installed at Clitheroe Castle.
Dog-Fouling Crackdown at Beauty Spots
Published: Tuesday 16th March 2010
Dog-owners who let their pets foul at 20 Ribble Valley beauty spots are being warned - we´re watching you, so watch it!
Clitheroe Castle Museum One-Day Closure
Published: Sunday 14th February 2010
Clitheroe Castle Museum will be closed for the day on Tuesday, April 27, due to maintenance and staff training.
Vote by Post or Proxy
Published: Friday 12th February 2010
Voters in Ribble Valley unable to attend a polling station at the forthcoming general election can apply to vote by post or proxy.
New Visitor Guide Flies Off The Shelves
Published: Thursday 4th February 2010
Ribble Valley Borough Council has published its popular annual tourist guide, which this year has a family-friendly theme.
Important Changes to Benefits
Published: Friday 29th January 2010
Ribble Valley residents on a low income may be entitled to more help with their rent and council tax payments.
Residents Warned of Council Tax Refund Scam
Published: Friday 29th January 2010
Ribble Valley residents are being warned not to fall for a scam offering council tax refunds over the phone in exchange for bank details.
Tree Work at Clitheroe Castle
Published: Tuesday 26th January 2010
A beech tree at the main entrance to Clitheroe Castle is to be pruned after inspectors found it was a risk to the public.
Don't Miss Out on Your Vote
Published: Monday 25th January 2010
Ribble Valley residents are being warned not to miss out on their vote at the next General Election.
Picnic Fun at Clitheroe Castle
Published: Monday 25th January 2010
A feast of family fun and goodies galore will be on offer at Clitheroe Castle on Spring Bank Holiday Monday, when it hosts the Clitheroe Castle National Family Week Picnic.
Search for Sporting and Community Champions
Published: Wednesday 20th January 2010
The search is on for Ribble Valley’s sporting heroes and community champions.
Food for Thought Over Saturated Fat
Published: Wednesday 20th January 2010
Ribble Valley Borough Council has joined forces with the Food Standards Agency in the second phase of a campaign aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of eating too much saturated fat.
Mobile Collection Office Now Open as Normal
Published: Tuesday 19th January 2010
Residents in Ribble Valley are advised that the Mobile Collection Office will return to business as usual as of January 19.
Residents go the Extra Mile for Charity
Published: Saturday 9th January 2010
Hundreds of Ribble Valley residents have pledged to put their best feet forward in the biggest fun run in the UK.
Residents Invited to go the Extra Mile for Charity
Published: Friday 1st January 2010
Ribble Valley residents are invited to “go the extra mile” for a good cause on Sunday, March 21.
Online Register Promotes Festive Taxi Safety
Published: Wednesday 23rd December 2009
Christmas and New Year revellers in Ribble valley are being advised not to risk their safety by using unlicensed taxis or flagging down private hire vehicles.
Cash to Protect Against Flooding
Published: Tuesday 1st December 2009
Properties in Whalley and Ribchester are to receive cash for flooding protection.
Crackdown on Illegal Slaughter of Animals
Published: Wednesday 11th November 2009
Ribble Valley Borough Council has joined forces with Preston City Council, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, Trading Standards and the police in a crackdown on the illegal slaughter of animals.
Strategic Partnership Opens its Doors
Published: Wednesday 4th November 2009
Ribble Valley residents are invited to an open meeting about the work of the Local Strategic Partnership.
Cash Up for Grabs for Renewable Energy
Published: Thursday 22nd October 2009
UP to £15,000 is available to help 10 Ribble Valley households install renewable energy systems, and a further £10,000 is up for grabs for loft and wall insulation.
Council Launches New-Look Annual Report
Published: Wednesday 12th December 2007
Ribble Valley Borough Council has launched its new-look annual report.
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