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Vaccine is '88% effective against Indian variant two weeks after the second dose'
The Pfizer coronavirus vaccine is 88% effective against the Indian variant after two doses, a study by Public Health England (PHE) has found. Both the Pfizer and AstraZeneca jabs were found to be almost as effective against symptomatic disease from
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Huge crowds turn out at pro-Palestine rallies in Preston and Bolton
Hundreds gathered in Bolton and Preston to highlight the plight of the Palestinians. Preston City Centre hosted one of the largest Pro-Palestine rallies seen in the region in recent weeks. It came after similar events took place in Blackburn and
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'Sheep attacked and killed by dogs' before Bolton rescue team save stuck animals
BOLTON's Mountain Rescue Team managed to save two sheep who were stuck in a gully today. The farmyard animals had become stuck in the gully after being spooked by nearby dogs. The team were contacted by a local farmer, who had noticed his sheep
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Art gallery reopens with Turner exhibition
BLACKBURN Museum and Art Gallery has re-opened following the easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions It closed its doors at the beginning of November. To mark the reopening the gallery has mounted a series of exhibitions including one of
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Bury man jailed for knife attack on mechanic in garage
A MAN who attacked a mechanic while he was working on vehicles at a garage has been sentenced to nine years in prison. Alfred Carter also known as Glen Humphries, 39, of Blossom Walk, Bury, was sentenced yesterday (Friday, May 21) at Manchester
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Rhodes eyeing century after re-signing for Championship club
Rovers favourite Jordan Rhodes has eyes on reaching a century of Huddersfield Town goals after signing a three-year deal with the club. Rhodes was released by Sheffield Wednesday earlier this week and will re-join the Terriers in July and stay
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Arrest made over alleged sexual assault on girl in Darwen
Police have today made an arrest in relation to a sexual assault on a teenage girl in Darwen. An appeal went out over the incident which happened before 7pm yesterday (Friday, May 21). A girl reported she had been approached by a man on the playing
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‘Hugely upsetting’: Vandals damage sign at football ground dedicated to club legend
A football club has been left devastated after vandals damaged a sign dedicated to their late former chairman. The sign has been in place at the Turton FC’s home ground, Thomasson Fold, for several years and acts as a tribute to Ernie Charnock
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Coastguard called out to rescue person who got stuck in mud
Coastguards were called out to rescue a person who had got stuck in the mud in the Lytham area. The person was pulled to safety at 11pm said Lytham Coastguard. Lytham Coastguard posted: “Once we arrived on scene, we liaised with Fylde Police and
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Fantastic photos showcase best of East Lancashire and beyond
JUST take a look at these magnificent images taken by members of the Lancashire Telegraph. This is just a small selection of their work showcasing all that makes East Lancashire such a special place to live. To see more, search for the Lancashire
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20 potentially dangerous items all drivers should clean out of their cars immediately
As lockdown restrictions continue to ease across the UK, motorists will be using out cars a lot more. But drivers are being warned of 20 items that could pose a serious risk when driving and are being warned to clean them out of their vehicles.
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Leading mosque imam appeals to fellow Muslims to get Covid test
The imam of one of Blackburn’s biggest mosques has urged people within the Muslim community to get a Covid test. Imam Rashid Ghani of Blackburn’s Raza Mosque, Randal Street is encouraging the local community to get involved with surge testing to
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Eurovision 2021: All you need to know ahead of the grand final this weekend
This weekend all eyes will be on Rotterdam as the nation settles down in front of the tele to enjoy the colourful pop parade that is the Eurovision Song Contest. The international song competition is an annual tradition where nations come together
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Tinder, Hinge and Bumble could be allowing users to reveal their vaccine status
Online dating app Tinder could give users a blue tick as a way of showing they have received their Covid-19 vaccine, according to reports. The move could be added to other platforms such as Hinge and Bumble to give users the option of showing their
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Blackburn Home Bargains theft 'team' member was too drunk to remember
A MAN who took part in a "team" shoplifting offence was so drunk he couldn't remember it. Blackburn magistrates heard four men took part in the theft from Home Bargains, one of the holding the door open while other picked up items and then left.
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Council responds to claims taxi MOT checks are being failed for ‘ridiculous’ reasons
A council has responded to accusations that cabbies are being ‘targeted’ after a taxi driver said a council-run MOT centre is failing drivers for ‘ridiculous’ indiscretions. Soyeb Abid ,who has been a taxi driver for 16 years and drives a Toyota
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Issa brothers’ fortunes up by £1.1bn according to new Rich List
UK billionaires have seen their fortunes soar by more than a fifth as they shook off the financial toll of the pandemic, according to the latest Sunday Times Rich List. The list revealed that there are now a record 171 billionaires in the UK, with
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Creativity central to Rovers' midfield recruitment plans
Rewind to 2017, Tony Mowbray’s first summer in charge, and Rovers have just been relegated from the Championship. The rebuild had to begin right away, and central midfield was the first port of call. Long-serving Academy graduate Jason Lowe, as
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Could you finish this giant chocolate eclair?
DO you think you could conquer an eating challenge featuring a two-foot long sweet treat and more than 5,000 calories? If so, a pub has a challenge for you with it's giant chocolate eclair that has never been defeated. Heathfield Farm pub,
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You could face a £1,000 fine if you don't act before May 24
Those living in England and Wales face a possible £1000 if they don't fill out Census 2021 by May 24. Although Census Day took place on 21 March, the official closing date for the online form is Monday 24 May. This weekend is people's last chance
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Marks & Spencer, Asda and Morrisons issue urgent warning over food items
Supermarkets including Asda, Tesco and Morrisons are issuing warnings to customers over possible health risks from items they have bought in stores. Pieces of glass, food allergies, salmonella poisoning and Hepatitis A are just some of the reasons
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Aldi and Lidl have announced the biggest bargains coming to store this weekend
Aldi and Lidl have announced a new range of products hitting the middle aisles of their stores this weekend for customers looking for a bargain. Keep the kids entertained in the garden with outdoor play items at Aldi and with unessential international
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Are these the strangest street names in Blackburn and Darwen?
From Lower Cockcroft to Bent Gap Lane here’s a look at where you might find the strangest street names in Blackburn and Darwen. First up is Chicken Street which is located next to Going Outdoors, Bank Top and is home to Lancashire Windscreens and
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Restaurant doubles in capacity after £60,000 renovations
A Blackburn restaurant has undergone £60,000 of renovations which will see it more than double in size. Jaan’s BBQ Kitchen, is based on the corner of Charlotte Street and Watford Street, and opened in 2018. Owners revealed how the top floor had
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Clitheroe Grand to welcome back audiences with re-opening party
CLITHEROE Grand is set to re-open with a special party next month. The venue was forced to close 14 months ago when the country was hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. Boosted by the award of a government Cultural Recovery grant of over £260,000,
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Great memories for East Lancashire Cubs and Scouts in photos
FOR thousands of youngsters across East Lancashire, being in the Cubs or Scouts will remain a long-lasting memory. In spite of the problems posed by more than a year of restrictions the Scouting movement remains one of the most popular organisations
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Son punched sleeping mum and stood on her neck
A MUM woke up being punched about the head by her son. Blackburn magistrates heard in the course of the attack, which his mum described as a mental health crisis, Jack Lowe-Sissons stood on her neck and dragged her around the floor. When police
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Working men's club game room renovated in memory of snooker lover
A working men’s club has spent lockdown refurbishing their games room, dedicating it to a snooker loving late member. St Paul’s WMI in Blackburn has seen full renovations in parts of the club, with the games room being re-wired, re-floored, insulated
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Worried residents spotted man carrying knife and hammer in street
POLICE were called to Whalley New Road in Blackburn after reports of a man walking down the street carrying a hammer and a large kitchen knife. Blackburn magistrates heard when officers confronted Zakir Hussain he refused to co-operate and had to
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Student accommodation plan for former courthouse approved
A FORMER courthouse is set to be transformed into student accommodation after plans were approved. A planning application was submitted to Burnley Council by Lumitekton Ltd for the former County Court House in Bankhouse Road, Burnley. The building
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Jack Catterall takes ringside seat ready to face Josh Taylor-Jose Ramirez winner
JACK Catterall is on a Las Vegas spying mission as he plots to become world champion. Edinburgh’s IBF and WBA World super-lightweight champion Josh Taylor meets WBC and WBO title holder Jose Ramirez tonight and Catterall will be front row making
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Lancashire is the number one spot for a dog-friendly staycation
Lancashire has been named the top place for dog-friendly staycations after new research showed a 420 per cent increase in online searches for 'dog friendly holidays'. The opening of hotels on May 17, twinned with a boom in pandemic pet purchases
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Developer unveils Clitheroe show homes
A HOUSEBUILDER is unveiling two show homes at one of its newest Lancashire developments. In Montague Place in Clitheroe, there will be a total of 110 new homes, consisting of two bed bungalows, and three-and four-bedroom houses. After the sales
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The 11 litter louts fined more than £4,500 by the courts for failing to move rubbish from homes
Over the last month and a half, 11 people from Blackburn with Darwen have been taken to court and fined for environmental damage, fly-tipping and pest control offences. The offences included failing to remove waste under the Prevention of Damage
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This East Lancashire borough sells some of cheapest pints in whole country - can you guess which one?
With the reopening of indoor hospitality this week, it might be worth looking at which areas you can get more bang for your buck in terms of the price of a pint. Surprisingly, Blackburn with Darwen is in the top 10 list of cheapest places in the
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Full £30million fibre broadband roll-out begins in this Lancashire town
Work to bring full fibre connectivity within reach of almost every home and business in a Lancashire town has begun. CityFibre, the UK’s largest independent full fibre platform, has broken ground on a new infrastructure roll out that will future-proof
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Blackburn filmmaker to launch modest gym wear - alongside catchy slogan T-shirts
A NEW clothing brand will be bringing out modest gym wear for female customers — alongside its catchy slogan T-shirts. Wear Tae is run by Blackburn filmmaker and photographer Aeman Ali Afzal, who wanted to venture into the fashion industry while
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'It's a tremendous honour': Rural businesses encouraged to compete for award
AN AWARD winning entrepreneur is encouraging other Lancashire business people to showcase their work. Elizabeth Billington from Preston was awarded the Best Rural Drink award at this year's Rural Business Awards for her work with Wild Fox Distillery
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Employment project wins top prize after helping 1,000 people back to work
A Lancashire employment project has won a top prize at the Northern Housing Awards after helping people in a borough access training and employment opportunities. More Positive Together - a project that aims to help unemployed residents lead active
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Rovers given encouragement in Ronan Curtis chase
Rovers have been given encouragement in their pursuit of Portsmouth winger Ronan Curtis who is ready to leave the League One side. The club have tracked the Republic of Ireland winger for 18 months but were put off by Pompey’s valuation for the