Lodge Mill Fire Devastates Middleton

0:00A March 29th, a massive fire tore through Lodge Mill, Middleton's oldest historic mill dating back to around 1850, just before 6 a.m. on Sunday, March 29th. Firefighters rushed to the scene on Townley Street as flames shot through the roof, with nearby folks hearing loud bangs and explosions. This spot had bounced back from another blaze in 2021, when locals Martin Cove and Paula Hickey poured years into turning the surviving. In to a buzzing event space and ice cream parlor, ride by the River Erk, complete with fresh windows, new pointing and even solar panels. The community is heartbroken, rallying around Martin and Paula, with waves of support on social media, from pub owners, counselors, and candidates who. Praise their tireless work to revive that corner of town and build a real hub for everyone. Fire crews are still on site this afternoon, damping down hot spots to prevent any flare-ups, while roads like Old Hall Street and Marketplace Day closed. Keep doors and windows shut if you're local, and fingers cross this tight knit crew finds

1:04a way to rise from the ashes once more.