The Rossendale Talking Newspaper Association

We bring local news and events, read by local volunteers, to anyone who is blind, partially sighted and other people who would benefit from our recordings.

[Calibre Audio @CalibreAudio]

Stuck for what to read next? Want to listen to what everyone on TikTok is reading? We’ve jumped into the #BookTok archives and put together a list of some of the most trending Young Adult books this year
👉https://t.co/F1WhlqFcVs

#YAFiction #YA

[Eye Health Week @myvisionmatters]

Spending time outdoors is important for your child’s eye health. Here’s the #EyeWeek guide to outdoor play for under 8s. #VisionMatters
https://t.co/729bSUV4rs

[Eye Health Week @myvisionmatters]

Today’s #EyeWeek theme is children’s eye health. Check out our six top tips for caring for your child’s eyes. https://t.co/KsfP9dm7nl.

#EyeTests #EatARainbow #OutdoorPlay #UVProtection
#ActOnAdvice #StimulateTheSenses #VisionMatters

[Eye Health Week @myvisionmatters]

Mascara Warning! 72% of us are unaware that old mascara wands pose a risk of eye irritation or infection. Replace your mascara every 3 to 4 months to help keep your eyes feeling fresh and bright. #VisionMatters #EyeWeek #BoostYourEyeQ

[Eye Health Week @myvisionmatters]

Low Autumn sun spells danger for your eye health. #AutumnEquinox #VisionMatters #EyeWeek #UVIndex
https://t.co/u2QGznq56s

[Eye Health Week @myvisionmatters]

Check out the #EyeWeek vision simulator for a glimpse of what it’s like to live with one of the UK’s four main causes of sight loss. #AMD #Glaucoma #Cataracts #DiabeticRetinopathy. https://t.co/2JMmI9QcrJ #ShineALightOnLowVision #VisionMatters

[Eye Health Week @myvisionmatters]

Thank you for joining us and helping to spread the word on eye health during #EyeWeek. Because… #VisionMatters.

[Eye Health Week @myvisionmatters]

70% of motorists say their vision has declined since passing their driving test. Do you know if your vision is still roadworthy? Regular eye tests are essential for all motorists to help ensure their eyesight meets legal standards & stays fit for the road. #EyeWeek #VisionMatters

[Eye Health Week @myvisionmatters]

It’s #EyeWeek. Keep watching as we share essential advice about looking after your vision and eye health. Because #VisionMatters.

[Macular Society #TeamMacular @TeamMacular]

📢 Last call 📢
We have just 2 places left for @Great_Run Great North Run 2022.

Join @MacularSociety #TeamMacular today and let’s Beat Macular Disease

https://t.co/DU4lrVInXb

#GreatNorthRun
#GNR
#MacularDisease

[The Rossendale Talking Newspaper Association @RossendaleTNA]

@TJPgrey @ADOTROSE1 @RossHospice Congratulations, so well deserved 🎉

[Amar Latif OBE @AmarLatif_]

I was so excited when they told me they wanted this series to feature @MasterChefUK’s first ever blind chef, but then I realised they meant me! Tune in to @BBCOne and @BBCiPlayer this summer to see me giving it a go, yikes! #CelebrityMasterChef #MasterChefUK😆

[RNIB Campaigns @RNIB_campaigns]

Councils are making quick changes to street design to encourage walking and cycling. These must be accessible for #Blind and #PartiallySighted people. Take action and share our advice on accessibility with your local councillor to keep our streets safe: https://t.co/5Baf50FLYx

[Calibre Audio @CalibreAudio]

Hey! It's #Hay! Booklovers can't go there in person this year, but all week we can join @hayfestival for free online broadcasts with some amazing writers, historians and innovators, just take a peek at the programme and register here>> https://t.co/8eYMmMu8FM
#ImagineTheWorld

[RNIB Campaigns @RNIB_campaigns]

#Blind and #PartiallySighted people are finding it hard to access shops and services, our recent survey found that at least 66% of people with sight loss feel less independent since the start of lockdown. Find out more https://t.co/F9BtQr8lSh #GiveMeSpace

[Calibre Audio @CalibreAudio]

We were privileged to interview two of our own volunteers about their memories of VE Day, 75 years ago today. Listen to our #podcast where Jane and Mary talk about the exuberant celebrations after the years of terrible loss and deprivation
https://t.co/xkSpvfVYA7
#VEDay #Memories