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Two wanted after house set on fire
Police have released CCTV images to two men after a house was set on fire in Preston. The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday November 21, when the men approached the house on Pedders Lane and put a lit item through the letterbox.
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Why Rovers and 'dangerous' Szmodics are a perfect match
Sam Szmodics and Rovers are a match made in heaven, according to Stoke City boss Alex Neil. Szmodics was on target over the weekend as Jon Dahl Tomasson’s men ran out 3-0 winners against the Potters. It was the attacking midfielder’s 11th goal
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New improvements at Blackburn Rovers training centre approved
New illuminated signs have been approved for the Blackburn Rovers Indoor Training Centre at Ewood Park. Blackburn with Darwen Council has granted permission for the installation of LED strip light illuminated signage. A report recommending
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Estate homes can be knocked down says council
A social housing provider has been given the go ahead knock down 28 properties on a former council estate. The houses are on Staffa Crescent in Shadsworth, Blackburn, and the demolitions are part of a £20 million makeover of the 1950's development
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Man taken to hospital with fractures following assault by 'bus driver'
A man was left with fractures to his face and head following an assault by a bus driver, police said. The victim was driving along Crown Way in Colne at about 9am on Tuesday, November 21, near the junction with Rigby Street, when he became involved
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Tronstad relishing busy fixture list ahead of Birmingham test
Adjusting to English football isn't easy, but Sondre Tronstad now feels right at home in the Championship. The 28-year-old has had to be patient for opportunities at times since his arrival from Vitesse Arnhem. However, Tronstad has become
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Army veteran, 33, died after taking drugs and being dumped out of trolley by two men
A Rossendale army veteran who suffered trauma including his baby being stillborn died after taking drugs and then being dumped out of a trolley by two men, an inquest has heard. Grant Lee Goggins, 33, of no fixed adress, was diagnosed with bi-polar
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Cultivating young journalists: Enrol in Newsquest's Young Reporter short course
Schools are actively signing up their students for the Young Reporter Scheme short course, which is being launched now. Starting at the beginning of January, the four-month journalism programme is for students from school years 10 to 13. Similar
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Why Buckley missed Sheffield Wednesday's defeat at Birmingham
John Buckley missed Sheffield Wednesday’s 2-1 defeat at Birmingham City due to a family bereavement. The Owls suffered their third straight defeat in the league over the weekend. They went in front through George Byers on the stroke of half time
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Eight convicted of conspiracy to pervert course of justice by using phones in prison
Seven men and a woman have been convicted following an investigation into a conspiracy to pervert the course of justice. On August 11 last year, police were called to Birtwistle Street in Accrington following reports Danesh Hussain and a second
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Labour councillors in Gaza ceasefire call
TWO Blackburn with Darwen Labour councillors have tabled a motion to the authority's annual Policy Council calling for a permanent ceasefire in the conflict between Israel and Gaza. The resolution from Bastwell and Daisyfield ward's Cllr Shaukat
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Milestone moment for 'one of England’s most powerful counties' on Lancashire Day eve
Lancashire’s devolution deal is effectively done after the government signed over the powers to be conferred on the county during a special ceremony at Lancaster Castle. While the agreement will not officially be finalised until it has been approved
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Warning over 'brutal' new cold spreading across the UK that 'lasts for weeks'
A "brutal" new cold is sweeping across the United Kingdom this winter, leaving many bedbound for days and weeks. The horrible virus, which is said to cause headaches, blocked sinuses and fatigue, was shared by one user on the popular Reddit page
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Person cut free from car after crash with motorbike
A person was cut free from their car by firefighters after a crash. At around 3.40pm yesterday (November 26), two fire engines from South Shore and Blackpool went to Park Road, Blackpool. One car and a motorbike were involved in a crash. An
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Tesco 'do not eat' warning amid contamination fears of product
Tesco has issued a recall for a product due to possible contamination with an unknown type of berry. Some of the supermarket’s Growers Harvest Garden Peas could be unsafe to eat. Tesco’s recall includes some of the 900g bags with various batch
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Driver refused to change tyre after being stopped by police
A driver of a black BMW told police to 'just take the car' after he was stopped for a routine check. The car was found with unsafe tyres in Preston this morning (Monday, November 27) after the front tyre found was showing cord. The driver thought
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Three more headliners announced for Lytham Festival 2024 - see who's in line-up
MADNESS are to headline the Saturday night at next year's Lytham Festival. Following an announcement last week that Courteeners would top the bill on the Friday night, three more headliners have been revealed for the festival on Lytham Green which
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Driver with no insurance arrested on suspicion of drink driving
A driver has been arrested for having no insurance and on suspicion of drink driving. Police stopped the blue Toyota Corolla in Preston on the morning of Sunday, November 26. The vehicle also had poor and unsafe quality tyres. The car
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Crash leaves man in his 80s with serious head injury
A crash in Wrightinton has left a man in his 80s in a serious condition in hospital. The incident occurred on Saturday (November 25) shortly after 12pm. Police have issued an appeal for witnesses following the incident on Toogood Lane.
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Passenger in Volkswagen Golf GTI arrested over immigration offences
A driver who was found without insurance or a licence has been ordered to attend court and their passenger was arrested over immigration offences. This morning (November 27), officers in Ormskirk reported the driver in the Volkswagen GTI for summons
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10ft tall Transformer and super heroes greet visitors at health fair
People got the chance to find out more about living a healthier life at a Family Health Fair in Blackburn. The event took place on Saturday at The Grand Venue in Harrison Street and attracted hundreds of visitors. Health providers, community
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Your chance to send a message of support to our veterans
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”, so sings Andy Williams every year. But for an isolated veteran, this couldn’t be further from reality. For most of us the festive period is a time for friends, family, and jollity. Sounds idyllic, doesn
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Rise in shoplifting among children in Blackburn with Darwen
The number of young children shoplifting has increased in recent years, new figures from the police show. Shoplifting across the borough has increased by 47 per cent since 2020 with 1,293 offences being recorded for 2023. The main demographic
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Blackburn Rovers injury update after early substitution at Stoke City
Jon Dahl Tomasson is hopeful Scott Wharton will be available again 'soon' after coming off during Blackburn Rovers' win over Stoke City. The defender scored his first goal of the season to put Rovers ahead within five minutes. It was a great run
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Woman stole two bottles of spirits and a Bag for Life to put them in from Tesco
A WOMAN walked into a store at 9am, took two bottles of spirits and a bag to put them in and left without paying. Blackburn magistrates heard Rebecca Cawtherley was chased from the store but managed to give security the slip. During the chase
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Redundant nursery building to be demolished for affordable homes
A REDUNDANT Blackburn nursery is to be knocked down to make way for social housing. The former Longshaw Nursery building in Crosby Road is to be demolished after its £1.2million relocation to a new building adjacent to the nearby Longshaw Infant
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Kate Hollern MP: 'Let's celebrate all that is great about Lancashire'
Today, Monday 27 November, marks a momentous occasion – Lancashire Day! I first came to Blackburn for a two-week holiday in 1977 to visit family, and I never left. I was welcomed with open arms by a friendly and hospitable community, which has
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Reopening of Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery delayed
The reopening date for Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery has been delayed due to bad weather. Blackburn's cultural landmark closed temporarily on November 1 as repairs are being carried out to 150-year-old roof. The overall £554,700 replacement
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Woman who drank a litre of vodka a day died by alcohol misuse, inquest hears
A woman who was known to mental health services and struggled with hearing voices died by alcohol misuse, a coroner has ruled. Lucy Denton, 42, was found by her flatmates at Church Meadows in Colne on Monday, June 5. Blackburn Town Hall heard
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Thwaites pub closed for six-figure renovation – this is when it’s set to reopen
The landlord of a pub in Accrington has revealed details of a six-figure renovation. The Victoria Hotel, on Manchester Road, shut earlier this month as it undergoes the refurbishment. The bar area is set to be revamped but landlord Craig Watson
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10ft tall Transformer and super heroes greet visitors at health fair
People got the chance to find out more about living a healthier life at a Family Health Fair in Blackburn. The event took place on Saturday at The Grand Venue in Harrison Street and attracted hundreds of visitors. Health providers, community
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'Perverted and sadistic' ex-Lancashire deputy head fails in abuse appeal bid
A PERVERTED deputy headteacher has been told his appeal bid over indecent assault and cruelty offences at an East Lancashire primary school has failed. Law lords have ruled the convictions of Grahame Brennand, guilty of abusing pupils at Baxenden
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Couple whose daughter was murdered back Starmer's bid to 'end violence against women'
A CAMPAIGNING couple from East Lancashire - whose daughter was murdered - have backed the Labour leader's pledge to tackle violence against women and girls. John and Penny Clough, from Higherford, successfully fought to change the country's bail
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Drug dealer caught with cash and cannabis after police called to disturbance
A drug dealer was caught by police with cash and drug paraphernalia after officers were called to a report of a disturbance. Police attended the scene in Cairo Street, Burnley, at around 10.45pm on March 3, 2022, responding to a report of two men
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What is Lancashire Day and why do we celebrate it?
NOVEMBER 27 is a date which should be etched on the heart of every true Lancastrian. For it is known as Lancashire Day, when those born within the boundaries of the red rose county should proclaim their allegiance. It stems from 1295 when,
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Lancashire Day quiz: How much do you know about the Red Rose County?
IT'S Lancashire Day - but just how much do you know about YOUR Red Rose county? Here are 30 questions to test your knowledge and find out if you are as clued up as you think. WHO’S WHO? 1 Who is the Duke of Lancaster? 2 What are the