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WELCOME to April’s editionof The Local Journal. As weemerge from winter, all of ushere would like tocongratulate the Team GBOlympians and Paralympianson a stunning display at theWinter Olympics andParalympics in Sochi. Wecelebrated the achievementsof athletes at London 2014and the efforts of the teamin Russia this winter havebeen no less impressive.Although not quite on the

same level, this month’sedition reflects on the physical endeavours of our readers inand around the beautiful Rossendale Valley area as theyprepare for… THE BIG SPRING CLEAN! It may not bespoken of in the same breath as the London Marathon (goodluck, Mo Farah!), but it can often last for many hours more.The Local Journal reflects on the kind of things that readersmay want to incorporate as part of this month’s purge –both inside and out!Naturally, we will also be featuring the many outstanding

businesses in the area who are ready to ‘spring’ into actionto help you with your everyday needs. We will also beincluding features on local people and local matters, sosettle down and enjoy the latest edition.In March, Classic Collection Cars advertised in The Local

Journal and added a classic number of calls to its usualmonthly tally. Thanks to its faith in The Local Journal, thebusiness is really motoring.Finally this month, another massive THANK YOU to our

amazing advertisers and readers! We hope you enjoyreading our magazine as much as we love putting ittogether! Don’t think about it, seize the opportunity and advertise

with us today and enjoy the benefits.

Portrait of the Artist 10We get to chat to artist Todd White

Win £250 shopping spree 14At the fantastic Pendle Village Mill

Chill Factor 09Local author and horror writer Gail Campbell

Fashion and Beauty 27Looking great with help from our local advertisers

The Beanstalk Charity 32Local hero, Audrey Butterworth

Motoring 40Keeping on the move with our local specialists

The Beautiful Game? 35Simon Kerins gives his view on sport

Go Rossendale! 48Discover the delights of this attractive region

What’s Occurring 43Discover what’s going on in Lancashire

Rossendale Police 04Paul Leigh, the new face of local policing

APRIL 2014

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