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Petrol stations forced to close off pumps after ‘frenzied’ panic buying
‘Frenzied’ panic buying has led to a number of petrol stations running out of fuel. The Government has announced a temporary visa scheme that will see 5,000 foreign HGV drivers and 5,500 poultry workers allowed into the UK on three-month contracts
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Man arrested after BMW crashes into lamp post and parked car
A man was arrested on suspicion of drink driving and dangerous driving after trying to evade police officers in Burnley. Officers say a blue BMW M4 was spotted cruising around Burnley Town Centre which drew their attention as they headed back to
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Rightmove reveal the most popular properties in August across England
Sitting on Rightmove, setting no maximum price and scrolling through mansions we could never afford… we all do it! There’s nothing quite as satisfying as picturing yourself in a multimillion-pound estate, living the high life. Some of us like to
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'Offside' opener but Cardiff capitulation disappoints McCarthy
Mick McCarthy felt Sam Gallagher’s opening goal was offside – but was disappointed with how his side capitulated in the 5-1 defeat at Ewood Park. Gallagher put Rovers ahead in the 24th minute and Rovers added two more before the break through a
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'It’s dangerous and stupid’: Drivers delayed on M6 following incident told to stay in vehicles
The M6 was closed in both directions following a vehicle fire, police said Traffic Officers said lanes would be fully reopened once smoke had cleared. The incident happened near junctions 33 and 32, where there were long delays. Earlier Lancashire
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Ratings: Brereton steals the headlines as Ayala leads from the back
Rovers player ratings from the 5-1 win over Cardiff City. Thomas Kaminski 7 Denied Flint in the first half and also tipped over a second half header from substitute Harris. Was solid under the high ball. Ryan Nyambe 8 A vital goal-line
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Amir Khan repeats US police 'dragged him off plane' despite airline denial
BOLTON-born boxer Amir Khan has repeated his claim that he was escorted from a plane by police in the US “for no reason” last week. This comes despite American Airlines having previously issued a statement saying that police were not involved in
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Drugs, cash and weapons found following vehicle search
Police in Burnley found a large amount of drugs, cash and weapons during a vehicle search. Officers arrested two males in the Windermere Avenue area of the town yesterday (Saturday September 25). The team posted their appreciation to their
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Verdict: Outperforming expectation by learning lessons from last season
How good are this Rovers team, and how far can they go? Who knows - but it could well be a fun ride finding out. They have surpassed all expectations so far, and done so with a unity and togetherness, a consistency of approach and performance and
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Mowbray singles out Lenihan for praise & explains substitution
Darragh Lenihan was withdrawn as a precaution after complaining of a tight groin during Rovers’ win over Cardiff City. The Rovers captain was withdrawn just before the hour, moments after Rovers had gone 4-0 up, and Mowbray says the scoreline ensured
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Blackburn players compete in Partnership Trophy watched on by Juan Mata and Paul Merson
Players from Blackburn joined Premier League star Juan Mata and ex-England footballer Paul Merson at the tenth annual Salvation Army football tournament. The five-a-side Partnership Trophy tournament held at Goals in Manchester brought together
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Driver fled after fatally hitting pizza delivery man
A PIZZA delivery driver died after being hit by a car as storm Dennis raged in February 2020. Blackburn magistrates heard the driver who struck the Monte Cristo takeaway worker Umran Hussain Sodagar, Jack Dobson, left the scene but returned minutes
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This two-bedroom property is such a perfect hidden retreat that Father Christmas lives in Helmshore
IF you ever wondered where the man in the big red suit goes to after the big day of bringing joy to millions of people across the world, well the answer is in Helmshore. As these photgraphs show Father Christmas feels right at home in this outstanding
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Former homeless man starts hiking after turning life around
A man who was sleeping on the streets with nothing but the clothes on his back has got back into long distance hiking after turning his life around. Liam O’Sullivan, 59, had been sleeping under bridges and on park benches after being unable to
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Mother who watched her daughter suffer and die from cancer calls for assisted dying law to be changed
A mother who watched her daughter suffer and die from terminal cancer is calling for the legalisation of assisted dying. Helen Thomas, 59, a business-owner in Hyndburn, witnessed her daughter Gemma Nuttall, a dental nurse, suffering unbearably
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A peek at the Radford family’s luxe garden with a bar, hot tub and pizza oven
The Radford family has given fans an sneak peek at their garden – and it is gorgeous. Sue recently took us on a tour of their 10-bedroom Morecambe home but didn’t give viewers a look at their garden area. In one of her most recent YouTube videos
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Museum at heart of Lancashire to close for three years in £10.2m upgrade
A museum at the heart of Lancashire is set to close for three years so work can begin on a £10.2million re-imagining of the iconic Grade I listed building. To create the exciting updates and new spaces at The Harris Museum, the building, in Preston
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Big weekend of live music comes to this Lancashire town next month
A weekend of live entertainment is coming to a Lancashire town next month. Chorley's Big Weekend will take place on Friday October 1 and Saturday October 2 at various venues across the town. And what's even more exciting, is that entry to all
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Husband and wife electricals team 'over the moon' with major award win
THE HUSBAND and wife team behind an electricals company that has grown into a major local success story have described their thrill at winning an award. Elektec, based on Brussels Road, Darwen, has already been honoured by the Prince's Trust thanks
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Man drove car after taking DIY breathalyser - and then failed the real thing
A MAN who had used a DIY breathalyser before driving failed the real thing. Blackburn magistrates heard Christopher Carroll was stopped after police saw him hit the kerb at 1.30am. He gave a breathalyser reading of 63 against the legal limit
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6G Internet teams up with Burnley FC as it prepares to pitch high-quality broadband to town
An internet service provider is supporting Burnley FC after becoming an official business club member. East Lancashire-based 6G Internet has linked up with the Clarets as the team begins its 2021/2022 Premier League campaign. The business,
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Survivor of Grane Road crash speaks of 'guilt' and warns people to check their tyres
One of the survivors of a crash which killed a young East Lancashire woman has spoken of her 'guilt', and is warning others to check the safety of their cars. Megan Byrne was just 22 and a newly-qualified teacher when she was killed in a crash
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Accountants hope to see 'careers flourish' as new apprentices join
A BLACKBURN accountancy firm has taken on a new round of apprentices who it hopes will be starting long careers in the business. The new starters will be working across the firm's offices in Greenbank Technology Park, Challenge Way, Blackburn and