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Burnley boss Sean Dyche left ruing missed chances after Norwich draw
BURNLEY boss Sean Dyche admits his side need to be more ruthless in front of goal following their 0-0 draw with Norwich. Jay Rodriguez and Dwight McNeil both went close for the Clarets, who are still searching for their first league win of the
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Stanley boss John Coleman 'delighted' with Ipswich comeback
STANLEY boss John Coleman says his side came up with the “right formula” in their 2-1 win over Ipswich Town at the Wham Stadium. The visitors went in front seven minutes before the break when Macauley Bonne slotted past Toby Savin. But the
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'We didn't compete' - Mowbray unhappy with first half display
Tony Mowbray felt it was a collective first half failing from Rovers and questioned why it took until half time to raise their level of performance in the defeat at Blackpool. Rovers were one goal down inside four minutes, and by the 24th minute
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Report: First half failings cost Rovers in Blackpool defeat
Rovers were made to pay for a poor first half as they were beaten 2-1 by Blackpool at Bloomfield Road. Failings at the back contributed to Rovers going 2-0 down inside 24 minutes through close range finishes from Shayne Lavery and Jerry Yates.
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Driver blew twice drink drive limit when overtaking police at 100mph
A driver was twice over the drink driving limit when they overtook police travelling over 100mph. The driver of a BMW overtook marked road police on the M55 last night. When they stopped, the driver blew 70 micrograms per 100 millilitres of
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Concern raised after man goes missing from Barnoldswick
Concern has been raised after a man has gone missing from Barnoldswick. UPDATE: The man has now been found.
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Coconutters cancellation at market sparks controversy - leading to potential U-turn
A controversial decision to cancel the Coconutters appearance at a market has been turned upside down. Bacup Makers Market booked the Britannia Coconut Dancers, a Bacup group which was formed while the mining industry was prevalent in Rossendale
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Crash on M65 featured on Ambulance as car 'flew up' embankment
Two paramedics featured on national television attending an incident on the M65. Josh and Josh, who work for North West Ambulance service, features on the BBC one show Ambulance on Thursday night when they were called to crash on the M65. The
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Blackpool v Blackburn Rovers: LIVE match updates
5:38pm Tony Mowbray... “Collectively we didn’t compete well enough first half and the frustration was that we talked
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Hayden Carter on Mowbray's mentoring and invaluable Burton loan
Hayden Carter will use the experience of his productive loan spell at Burton Albion, and also those of manager Tony Mowbray, to help his progression in a bid to become a Rovers regular. Carter is in line to make his ninth appearance of the season
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Cannabis farm with over 350 plants seized and set to be destroyed
A cannabis farm with over 350 plants has been seized and is set to be destroyed. Police found the cultivation at an address in Haslingden and the plants are all set to be disposed of. A spokesperson for the police said: “This evening your Rossendale
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Aldi and Lidl reveal the best bargains you can find in-store this weekend
Aldi and Lidl have announced a range of new items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores this weekend. From health and beauty to Home technology, you'll be able to pick up a bargain from the supermarket chains over the weekend
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Italian cousins banned from making pizza in their back garden
ITALIAN cousins who made pizza in their aunt’s back garden are having to move after, they say, a complaint was made. Dino Clark, Connor Close and Callum Tombs used an authentic pizza oven the family built themselves in their aunt Antonia Sotgiu's
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School bus driver hailed hero after saving child's life
A DRIVER has been hailed a hero after saving a teenager’s life on board his coach. Ron Lancaster was driving pupils home from Turton School in Bromley Cross on September 22 when a student suddenly started choking on a sweet. The boy, who was
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Supermarkets issue health warning over meat and dairy products bought in-store
UK supermarkets have issued urgent warnings to customers over possible health risks from items bought in stores. Aldi, Lidl, Tesco and Sainsbury’s are among the supermarkets urging customers not to eat food items. Food allergies, incorrect
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Bonfire Night: Lancashire bonfire and firework displays to visit this weekend
It's Bonfire Night and many people will be on the hunt for local firework displays and bonfires to visit over the weekend It really is a beautiful time of year and perfect time to wrap up and head to a gorgeous firework display or bonfire with
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Husband with drug and gambling problem grabbed wife by throat
A MAN grabbed his wife by the throat during a row over his use of drugs and gambling problem. Blackburn magistrates heard the victim started to vomit and thought she was going to die. Hasan Ul Haq, 34, of Troy Street, Blackburn, pleaded guilty
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Adidas celebrate Ned Flanders from The Simpsons with new trainers - how to buy
On Monday 4th October Adidas will be releasing ‘McCarten Simpsons Left Handers Rule Shoes’ in ode to “our favourite left-hander in Springfield, Ned Flanders.” Priced at £90, the long-awaited shoe, designed around Flanders own style, will release
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British Textile Biennial 2021: Find out what's in store
From large scale images adorning public buildings to a celebration of Italian Sportswear – the British Textile Biennial 2021 (BTB21) has launched across Lancashire. The national event returns this year with new artist commissions, exhibitions and
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Audiences will dance 'all night long' as Lionel tribute comes to Blackburn
Audiences will be dancing ‘all night long’ when a popular Lionel Richie Tribute act hits the town next year. The show, which features Malcolm Pitt on lead vocals, is coming to the Empire Theatre in Blackburn on February 11. The show is only
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First of 15 cherry blossoms to commemorate Covid-19 deaths planted
The first of 15 cherry blossoms has been planted to commemorate those who have lost their lives to the Covid-19 pandemic. The first tree was planted next to Towneley Hall following a multi-faith service which was led by the Bishop of Burnley, the
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Students given better opportunity for a space in top universities with new programme
Students are being given a better opportunity to get a spot at the best universities thanks to the launch of a new programme. Blackburn College is set to become a hub for the prestigious ‘OxNet’ programme, which will help students from across Blackburn
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Where are the best Indian takeaways in Blackburn according to Just Eat?
With the weekend upon us, many may be planning to tuck into a takeaway. Blackburn and Darwen have plenty of Indian takeaways, but where are some of the best? Here is a rundown according to your Just Eat reviews. 1. Naga Spice, 161 Bolton Road
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Veteran support company pitches work which could be rolled out across country
A homeless veterans support hub has spoke in London about their work which in a hope the scheme could be rolled out across the country. The leaders of Healthier Heroes CIC project, Bancroft House in Burnley, visited the capital last weekend (September
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Steroid abuse questions saw man fly into rage and punch ex-partner
A MAN flew into a rage when his estranged partner questioned the change in his behaviour and his use of steroids. Blackburn magistrates heard Robert John Oldham, who was driving at the time, punched his ex on the thigh. He then punched her
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Mowbray's message to attacking trio Butterworth, Khadra & Poveda
Tony Mowbray says the Rovers attackers waiting in the wings all face different challenges in a bid to force their way into the side. Top scorer Ben Brereton, Tyrhys Dolan and Sam Gallagher have the three attacking slots nailed down for now having
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This area of Lancashire has cheapest on street parking charges in UK
An area of Lancashire has been revealed as one of the cheapest places for on-street car parking in the whole of the UK. More and more people are shunning public transport in favour of cars, as not only are cars more convenient and comfortable but
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Dozens of Blackburn with Darwen's care leavers not getting 'best start at life'
Homelessness shadowed the lives of dozens of people who left care or institutions over the last year. Data released by the former Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government shows in the year to March, Blackburn with Darwen council owed
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Woman feels ‘unsafe and intimidated’ at notorious East Lancs 'dogging hotspot'
A woman is campaigning for change after witnessing several explicit incidents at a notorious dogging hotspot. Mary Lee-Slade, who lives in a rural area of the Ribble Valley, said she no longer feels safe while walking along a stretch of road near
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Axing of iconic music event sparks political row in council chamber
A POLITICAL row has broken out over how a borough council should try to save an iconic music event which draws 25,000 fans each year. Last month Colne Town Council announced the end of the legendary Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival in its
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Blackburn man fined more than £800 for driving BMW without insurance
A MAN has been ordered to pay over £800 after he was caught driving a BMW without insurance. Wayne Carroll of Swan Street, Blackburn, was stopped on February 28 in the car on Spring Street. As a result, the 35-year-old will have to pay £816
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The East Lancashire people fined thousands for breaching coronavirus rules
SEVERAL people have appeared in court for breaching coronavirus regulations during the height of the pandemic. Magistrates courts across the country continue to process cases of people who went against Government rules while the country was under