Littleborough — The future of some of the Littleborough’s most cherished community events is under threat, organisers have warned, as a shortage of volunteers puts this year’s programme in jeopardy. The Littleborough Events and Associations Forum (LEAF), the group behind major town events including the Rushbearing festival, food and drink festival, and the christmas lights switch-on, says its current volunteer base is now too small to cope with demand. Without a significant increase in new volunteers, the organisation has warned that this year’s programme could face serious cuts, with some events potentially scaled back or cancelled altogether. To make it easier for residents to get involved, LEAF has published a detailed list of specific roles, breaking down exactly what help is needed. Tasks range from event-day support to background planning and logistics, with organisers stressing that even small time commitments can make a big difference. A Call to Action The full list ...