Altham13 Feb 2026Rising bills could force RSPCA shelter to closeThe charity in Altham, which relies on donations, says it is looking at "a deficit of around £180,000".13 Feb 202625 Sep 2025Blue plaque placed at Suffragette's childhood homeWomen's rights pioneer Lydia Becker is honoured at the home she grew up in near Accrington.25 Sep 20258 Apr 2025'Warm weather and high demand' closes council tipsBurnley, Altham and Haslingden tips are closed, with no reopening date given.8 Apr 20251 Aug 2024Sharp increase in anti-social behaviour, police sayMore incidents including fighting and underage drinking are seen in Rishton, Great Harwood and Altham.1 Aug 2024
