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Vernon Kay breaks down in tears after emotional message during 115 mile ultramarathon
Vernon Kay broke down in tears after hearing support from an avid listener who previously wrote a 'heartfelt' letter to him when he first took over Ken Bruce's show. Barbara sent her message to Richie Anderson - who is covering Vernon's Radio 2
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Kate Hollern one of two Lancashire MPs to vote for Gaza ceasefire
Blackburn MP Kate Hollern and more than 50 Labour MPs defied leader Sir Keir Starmer and backed calls for a ceasefire in Gaza. Labour MPs were ordered to abstain on the SNP move and told to back the party's official position calling for longer
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Teenager who lunged at 16-year-old with knife sentenced
A teenager who lunged with a knife at a 16-year-old boy has been sentenced to youth custody. He confronted his victim, was known to him, on a pathway near to Skelmersdale Library and the Concourse shopping centre, at lunchtime on September 25.
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Man wanted over burglaries at businesses
Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to over a series of burglaries. The first incidents happened at business premises on Lytham Road and Waterloo Road, Blackpool on Friday 13 October, in the early hours of the morning.
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Man jailed for two years for sexual assaults
A Baxenden man has been jailed for sexually abusing two children. Eoin Kelly, now 29, was a juvenile himself when he committed the offences but one of the victims disclosed in 2020 what had happened. During the investigation, the second victim
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Police return stolen van before owners realise it was missing
Two people have been arrested after a Ford Transit van was stolen and another vehicle was damaged in Colne. The arrests follow a spate of van thefts in East Lancashire, which police say might be linked. The van was stolen last night (Tuesday November
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Fears in village ‘plagued by anti-social behaviour’ over chippy bid for booze licence
New fears about noise, anti-social behaviour and crime have been raised in a popular Ribble Valley village, where a fish-and-chip shop wants a licence to sell alcohol with home deliveries. Daniel Stevenson, owner of The Friary at King Street in
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Blackburn Rovers player opens up on injury issue ahead of selection battle
Aysnley Pears has opened up on his recovery from injury after breaking two metatarsals against Leicester City. The Blackburn Rovers goalkeeper has been out injured for six weeks with a foot problem, caused by Jamie Vardy on October 1. The 25-year-old
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Developer told to stump up £3.5m for controversial 477-home plan to go ahead
Controversial plans for a new 477-home housing estate on the site of a former school look set for approval at a council meeting tomorrow. The development on 45 acres of land at the former Darwen Moorland High School, which has been shrouded in
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Car stopped on motorway had 15 people inside
A people carrier stopped on a motorway had 15 people inside, police said. Officers from Cheshire Motorway Patrol pulled the car over after suspecting it was overloaded. They said they were shocked to find 15 people, including children, inside
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East Lancashire MP joins Department of Health in cabinet reshuffle
An East Lancashire MP has been appointed as a Minister of State for the Department of Health and Social Care. MP for Pendle, Andrew Stephenson, has joined the department following a cabinet reshuffle earlier this week by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak
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Office plans for fire-ravaged town centre church set for go ahead
Plans to convert a fire-damaged Grade-II listed church in Blackburn town centre into offices look set for approval at a council meeting on Thursday. The application seeks to change the 230-year-old St John the Evangelist Church in Victoria Street
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Royal Mint reveals first coin of 007 range as it celebrates James Bond’s history
The Royal Mint has revealed the first coin in a collection that celebrates James Bond across the decades. The collectable and bullion 007 coin range gives Bond fans an opportunity to grow their collection and invest in precious metals in gold or
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More than 15 million drivers issued MOT warning
More than 15 million people may be driving cars that are not road-safe, a new survey has found. The shocking discovery estimates that of the 41 million cars registered in the UK, as many as 15.6 million may not be in a fit state to drive. The
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Ryan Hedges provides positive injury update and sets Blackburn Rovers target
Ryan Hedges is hoping to be fit again for Blackburn Rovers sooner than expected after making a positive start to his rehabilitation from injury. The winger suffered a serious hamstring away at Ipswich Town on September 23, going down minutes after
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In Pictures: Blackburn's Remembrance Day 2023
Huge crowds turned out for the Remembrance service and parade in Blackburn on Sunday, November 12. More than 150 people also attended the Blackburn Royal British Legion branch after the services, for refreshments and live entertainment. Leader
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Arte et Labore: Preston, January transfers and Blackburn Rovers' season so far
It's been another busy week for Blackburn Rovers and the Arte et Labore podcast brings you up to speed on all the big talking points. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred analyse the defeat to Preston North End as Rovers slumped to a fourth home defeat
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'Severe' delays on motorway near Blackburn due to crash
There are "severe delays" on the M65 near Blackburn due to a crash. The westbound carriageway is currently closed between J5 (Guide/Shadsworth) and J3 (Blackburn West/Wheelton). Delays are currently around 18 minutes but increasing. A spokesperson
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Income tax proposal could reap rewards for Lancashire councils
LANCASHIRE would be one of the biggest beneficiaries of a think-tank proposal to allow councils to keep a small proportion of the income tax raised in their area – and create a pot to redistribute retained cash to those parts of the country that need
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Reds boss John Coleman on Doncaster defeat and injuries
John Coleman says his side showed a "lack of quality" during their FA Cup defeat against Doncaster at the Wham Stadium. The Reds were beaten 2-1 in extra time despite earlier taking the lead through Joe Pritchard's backheel. Zain Westbrooke
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Police warn of 'significant' delays on main road due to crash
Police are warning of “significant” delays on a main road due to a crash. The incident is on the A59 Longsight Road near the Yu restaurant in Copster Green. It has not been confirmed how long delays will be in place for. A police spokesperson
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Firefighters called to tackle blaze at house in Oswaldtwistle
Two fire engines were called out to tackle a house fire in Oswaldtwistle yesterday (November 14). Crews were called to the scene at Old Mill Close shortly before 6.30pm and remained for around one hour. They used breathing apparatus and one
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Repeat burglar broke into hair salon just three weeks after leaving prison
A man who was on prison licence for a previous offence of burglary committed an "untidy” raid on a Colne hair salon. Blackburn magistrates heard Dion Lucas was linked to the offence by blood left at the scene. Lucas, 31, of Lancaster Street
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Prolific shoplifter with over 100 theft offences jailed for third time this year
A man who repeatedly stole to fund his drug habit was jailed for the third time this year. Blackburn magistrates heard Patrick Harris had only been released from his latest sentence weeks before he offended again. Harris, 45, of Elizabeth Street
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Six of the best East Lancs venues honoured at this year's Good Food Awards
Six East Lancashire businesses have been named winners in the Good Food Awards 2023/2024. The winners were announced earlier this month , recognising the nation’s top businesses that are dedicated to the highest standard of cuisine. The Good
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Disabled dance charity has big plans after £14K funding boost
An Accrington-based dance charity, which aims to empower people with learning disabilities through dance, has been given more than £14,000 in funding. DanceSyndrome has been awarded £14,733 of National Lottery funding from Sport England. The
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Primary school where children 'value their learning' retains Good rating
A primary school where children “value their learning” and “feel safe” has retained its Good rating from Ofsted. Moor End Primary School in White Ash Lane, Oswaldtwistle, was visited by inspectors on October 3 and retained the same grade it got
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Plans approved for new cafe and bike hire shop at East Lancs forest
A forest hub which welcomes more than 60,000 visitors per year has had plans to move its café and introduce a new bike hire shop approved. The hub in Gisburn Forest currently comprises two buildings – Stephen Park, which is used for occasional
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Jon Dahl Tomasson's view on John Buckley and potential January recall
Jon Dahl Tomasson is constantly assessing John Buckley's situation at Sheffield Wednesday as Blackburn Rovers consider whether to recall him in January. The midfielder joined the Owls on a season-long loan on transfer deadline day. It was a move
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MARTIN FURBER: Banter can lead to harmful bullying
I received a couple of emails last week, following on from my article about suicide. In the UK, three in every four suicides are men. Of course, each case is individual, and there are many different reasons someone may take their own life.
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Corrie star Sam Aston and wife expecting third child in ‘bittersweet’ reveal
A Coronation Street star and his wife, who live in Rawtenstall, are expecting their third child together. Sam Aston, who plays Chesney Brown on the ITV soap, and wife Briony made the birth announcement in a photoshoot for a national magazine.
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New dog bakery where furry friends can get ‘pawfect’ treats and birthday cakes
A new bakery, that specialises in treats for your four-legged friends, is preparing to open its doors in Padiham. Millie & Ruby's Dog Bakery is currently set to open on Burnley Road, on December 2. The bakery makes natural and handmade dog
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Gymnast, 11, represents the North West at national competition
A young gymnast from Edenfield has represented the county at a national competition. Ted Havers, 11, helped his North West team to sixth place at the Men’s Artistic National Elite and Club Development Grades at Telford, a national gymnastics competition
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Blackburn with Darwen ‘on A list’ for going extra mile to tackle climate change
Blackburn with Darwen has been crowned as a climate action leader by international environmental impact non-profit CDP, which is the highest rating possible. The borough earned the top score along with 118 other global cities and areas, for going
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Group of five subjected men to 'persistent' and 'cowardly' nightclub attack
Five men launched a "persistent" and "cowardly" attack on two other men following an incident in a nightclub which started over a cigarette. Thomas Carswell, 37; Sebastian Denwood, 28; Taylor Hawcroft, 24; Reece McMillan, 29; and Luke Turner, 29
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'Mission accomplished' Specsavers teams raise £1,300 for local causes
A charity football football tournament raised an amazing £1,300 for a range of local causes. Teams from Specsavers stores in Bolton, Hyde, Leigh and Burnley took part in the first Specsavers Lancashire Football Charity Tournament at Power League
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Six holiday lodges could be built on land near Ribble Valley village
Plans have been submitted to build six holiday lodges on the outskirts of a Ribble Valley village. Mr L Sunter is looking to build the mix of one, two, and three-bed lodges on land adjacent to Rush Paddock Farm on Osbaldeston Lane, near Osbaldeston
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Pictures as Michelle Keegan and Brassic cast return to town for filming
Pictures have emerged of Michelle Keegan, Joe Gilgun and other Brassic stars in Bacup, as they film a new series of the TV show. The pictures, some of which contain episode spoilers, show filming taking place for series six of the Sky show earlier
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Fostering charity which 'faced challenges in recruitment' retains 'good' rating
An independent charity which supports foster carers and finds placements for children has retained its "good" Ofsted rating. Child Action North West (CANW), which has its head offices in Wilpshire, had an inspection at the beginning of October
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Council willing to work with boxing club after event cancelled at eleventh hour
A council has said it is willing to work with an amateur boxing club after a boxing show was cancelled at the eleventh hour due to a licensing mix up. Ribble Valley Amateur Boxing Club was due to host a show at St Michael and St John’s Parish Centre
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Comedian promises night of laughs and music with Blackburn Empire show
A popular comedian and internet sensation is set to come to Blackburn next year promising a night of comedy and music. Stephanie Aird, a popular comedian from Hartlepool, will be hosting an action-packed show of comedy and music ‘Stephanie Aird
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Christmas to be celebrated across East Lancashire in a spooky style
Christmas across East Lancashire is set to be celebrated but in a spooky ghostly style. Residents across the Clitheroe and neighbouring villages are being invited to take part in Dickensian Christmas Ghost walks around the streets of Clitheroe.
