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Major Blackburn link road named after billionaire Issa brothers
A NEW road in Blackburn has been named in honour of the town’s billionaire Issa brothers. The multi-million pound highway connects Blackamoor Road to Roman Road, opening up land around Fishmoor Reservoir for housing and other development. It
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Textile firm in job creating expansion move
A LEADING textile firm as reapplied for planning permission to expand its factory and create new jobs. DHJ Weisters wants to add a two-storey extensions to it Anchor Mill home in Moss Fold Road, Darwen. The move will create new jobs. The
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Top orchestra to replay King George's first concert for centenary
THE world-famous orchestra which played the opening night of East Lancashire's premier entertainment venue will return later this month to celebrate its centenary. Manchester's The Hallé perform the same programme in Blackburn's King George's Hall
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Warning as fraudsters posing as police steal £10k from elderly residents
Police have sent out a warning following reports of scammers targeting older people in the area. Officers say they have received a number of reports which have involved offenders pretending to be police officers investigating fraud. Over the
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Much-loved pub restaurant closes as head-chef departs for pastures new
A restaurant inside a pub, which became the first community owned establishment in Lancashire, has closed. The Dog Inn at Belthorn has temporarily closed its restaurant after Mark Taylor decided to end his tenure as head chef to move onto pastures
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Former Rovers defender announces next step after retirement decision
Matt Kilgallon has called time on his career and has moved into the world of sports agency. The 37-year-old announced his decision to hang up his boots and he will now take up a position within Palm Sports Management. Kilgallon made over 400
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UK temperatures to hit 21C this week – will it feel like summer in Lancashire?
The country could be set for one last blast of summer heat this week with temperatures in some parts expected to reach 21°C. However, this might be hard to believe for some people in Lancashire who have just put their summer clothes away and turned
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Four arrested overnight in ongoing police operation
Four people have been arrested on burglary, drugs and driving offences following an ongoing police operation. Officers in Fleetwood have been patrolling in the town due to recent incidents of anti-social beahviour and disorder, with several section
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Exciting expansion plans for town centre wine bar as part of business goes up for sale
A well-loved wine bar and restaurant in the heart of a town centre is up for sale. Artisan Cafe and Wine Bar in Darwen, has been put on the market for £640,000. However, this is just the price for a share in the business, as current owner,
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Aldi announce new £500 product sure to help with your Christmas shopping
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Aldi has revealed it will be releasing gift cards for customers in the UK. The new feature comes as Aldi was once again named the UK
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Tragedy as man in his 20s found dead in home
A MAN in his twenties has tragically died after an incident inside a house. The ambulance service were called to Hoghton Avenue in Bacup at around 4pm on Sunday. Shortly after police officers were called to the house by paramedics who informed
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Kids in fine costumes sitting pretty in break from performance
ALL SMILES: Canalside fun for the Ossy Cloggers during a break in performances in 1989. Were you a Clogger? Email robert.kelly@nqnw.co.uk
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East Lancashire's Britannia Coconut Dancers ‘black face’ prompts TV debate
An East Lancashire group were debated on GB News yesterday when the use of their black face paint was pulled into question. Bacup-based Britannia Coconut Dancers returned from a two-year hiatus at the end of September prompting some controversy
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'We are seeing damage of lockdowns'
RECENTLY Chris Whitty, the Chief Medical Officer for England, decided it would be advantageous for children to receive the coronavirus vaccine. His thinking was that it would prevent less disruption to a child’s education and well-being if they
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Rovers 'open' to safe standing at Ewood - but won't take part in trial
Rovers say they will watch with interest as safe standing trials are set to be take place in the Premier League and EFL – but have issued a statement to say they haven’t applied to take part. Six clubs have applied to be involved in a safe standing
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4 cheap Squid Game Halloween costume ideas for 2021
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Everyone knows that Squid Game is going to be this year's Halloween costume to beat. Netflix's hit K-thriller is on track to the streaming
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Burnley strengthen off the pitch with four new appointments
BURNLEY have made four new appointments in a bid to strengthen their off-field management and operations team. Russell Ball – who has acted as an advisor to ALK Capital since their takeover last year - has been named as the club’s head of matchday
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Man in his 30s suffers serious head injuries in Blackburn assault
A man in his 30s has been left with head injuries following an early morning assault in Blackburn. Emergency services were called to Whalley New Road at around 7.05am on Thursday, with police closing off the main road from Emerald Street all the
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How to watch the complete Halloween film series ahead of new release in October
The latest movie in the Halloween series is due to come out on October 15th 2021 and with 11 movies in the franchise, fans want to know how to watch them all. The slasher movies follow Michael Myers, a masked murderer, his sister Lauria Strode
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'I'd rather pay towards a £20 uplift than subsidise meals for MPs' - readers react to Universal Credit change
On Wednesday, the £20-per-week uplift to Universal Credit that was introduced at the start of the coronavirus pandemic ended, leaving recipients £1,040 worse off per year. The uplift has been a lifeline to many and there are fears that families
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5 cheap Marvel Halloween costume ideas for 2021
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Halloween is fast approaching, and the question will arise for many about what costume to wear on the night. Costumes revolving around
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Man's disgust as 'slug' found in Nando's meal
LEADING restaurant chain Nando’s has apologised to a customer after he found a “slug” in his meal at one of its restaurants. The eatery, famed for its Peri-Peri Chicken dishes, said it is hoping to work with the diner to fully investigate how the
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The £10m council housing development being built in Lancashire
A £10m new council housing development in Blackpool should become a template for similar investment nationwide, according to shadow housing minister Mike Amesbury. Mr Amesbury visited the scheme on Troutbeck Crescent, Mereside, where 75 new homes
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Police close Whalley New Road in Blackburn following assault
11:51am Thank you for following our live blog this morning. A full story on the incident can be viewed here: Blackburn
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Sergeant's conduct was 'appalling' before woman's death in police cell
THE conduct of a former Lancashire police station sergeant was ‘appalling’ when he booked in a detainee who later died, a disciplinary hearing has been told. Former custody sergeant Jason Marsden was more interested in leaving his shift early than
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Man charged in connection with town centre business break-ins
A man has been charged with attempted burglary with intent to steal after a number of businesses were broken into in a town centre. Leon Felton, 38, was arrested on Monday evening by police in Rossendale and on Wednesday he was charged and remanded
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First image of how statue of Barbara Castle in the centre of Blackburn will look
THIS is the first image of exactly how the statue of Barbara Castle in the centre of Blackburn - the town she made her own - will look. The clay model prepared for the final casting shows her striding purposefully forward as the actual bronze statue
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Former Claret's European coaching achievements to be honoured in Burnley
His Burnley career may have only lasted two years over a century ago but the impact of former Claret Jimmy Hogan on European football is huge. Nelson-born Jimmy, who scored 12 goals in 50 appearances for Burnley, is often cited as one of the pioneers
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Ben Brereton shortlisted for Championship player award
Ben Brereton has been shortlisted for the Championship player of the month prize for September after scoring six times and adding an assist in his five outings. The Chile international hit a hat-trick in the win over Cardiff City, a brace in the
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This popular venue is ‘like a Phoenix rising from the ashes’ of a nearby pub
WE continue our trip through East Lancashire to put the spotlight on some of the finest watering holes and pubs in the area. This time we have ventured into Hyndburn to speak to the owners of ‘The Knuzden Tap’ about their success and enjoying serving
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Construction work begins to replace high school
Construction has started at a multi-million pound, 750-place secondary school to replace the former site. The school, which is being built to replace the current Whitworth Community High School site, will comprise a two and three-storey main teaching
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Motorist was banned and over the drink drive limit
A MOTORIST stopped by police in the early hours of the morning was nearly three times the drink drive limit. Blackburn magistrates heard Peter Bowler was also two years into a three year ban imposed for another drink driving conviction. Bowler, 40,
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Clitheroe bookstore hosts ‘Meet the Author’ event celebrating Lancashire writers
An independent bookshop in Clitheroe will be hosting a ‘Meet the Author’ event to celebrate National Bookshop Day. Zoe Channing owner of Number 10 Literature & Lifestyle based on Castlegate said she keen to raise awareness of local authors and
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Man assaulted his girlfriend 3 times in 6 days while attending Blackburn College
A MAN assaulted his girlfriend three times in the space of six days as they were attending Blackburn College. Blackburn magistrates heard the victim had not returned to college following the incidents in March. Tofik Nazir, 20, of Whalley New
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Health boss: 'The wait to end waiting must end'
By Professor Dominic Harrison: Blackburn with Darwen Council public health director ACROSS the UK, there is growing public frustration being expressed at GPs. dentists and hospitals about delays in to access to health and care services. The
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Businesses to share inspirational stories of low carbon innovation at Eco-I North West virtual summit
Keynote speaker Duncan Pollard (former Nestle and WWF) says sustainability must be at the heart of the post-Covid recovery Businesses developing low carbon innovations in partnership with leading universities will share their inspirational stories
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Rovers reveal new ticket pricing structure - including new midweek rate
Rovers have amended their ticket pricing structure, including a new rate for midweek matches, following consultation with supporters. The club have launched a 17-game season ticket, as well as an anniversary initiative for the November visit of
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Mum admits neglect after children found on roadside in middle of night
TWO children who were found on the roadside more than half-a-mile away from their home in the middle of the night had escaped while their mother was passed out on the sofa. Officers who later visited the address found faeces on the ceiling, liquid
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Residents' anger despite amended plans for EG Group M65 service station
Residents have spoken out against the EG group over amendments to plans to build a service station at the end of the M65. The Greenfield Road Forum say that they are disappointed with what they say has been 'a false commitment from EG Group to
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Old chocolate shop at heart of town centre to be turned into bookies
News that a former chocolate shop at the heart of a town centre is to be turned into a bookies has been met with frustration. The Old Chocolate Box on King Street in Clitheroe is to become a betting shop under Boyle Sports (UK) Limited, following
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Plan for 'high quality' care home on banks of canal with gym and coffee shop
Proposals have been put forward to build a care home for the elderly on the banks of the Leeds and Liverpool canal. The two to four-storey development is on an acre of vacant land near Blackburn town centre on the site of a demolished mill.
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Young trials biker wins three consecutive rounds and is crowned British champion
THE 'sky is the limit' for a young motorcyclist who has just become the British champion of his age-group. Koby Smith, nine, of the Ribble Valley, has been competing in the Auto Cycle Union (ACU) British Solo Youth Trials Championships since July
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Baby scan company told it must make changes despite no longer being rated 'inadequate'
A baby scan company that was rated inadequate at its last Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection has been told once again to improve its services. Precious Glimpse in Burnley, provides 2D, 3D, 4D, HD live and gender keep sake baby scans to self-paying