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Dr Michael Mosley shares insomnia advice and easy tips for the perfect sleep
Insomnia is believed to be a big problem in the UK which troubles around one in every three people. Not only can it limit what you're able to do during the day, it impacts your mood, and can lead to relationship problems with friends, family and
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Bishop of Blackburn’s message after King Charles' ‘shock’ cancer diagnosis
The Right Reverend Philip North has sent his “prayers and best wishes” to King Charles, after it was announced that the monarch has been diagnosed with cancer. In a statement, the Bishop of Blackburn says he is praying for the King and his family
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What happens if King Charles III abdicates the British throne?
While rare, abdications are not unheard of in the UK, leaving many curious as to what would happen if King Charles relinquished the throne. The last abdication took place on December 10, 1936, when Edward VIII decided to marry American actor and
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King Charles III diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace announces
King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace has confirmed. The King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun a schedule of regular treatments, and while he has postponed public duties he “remains wholly positive
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CCTV released after report of man being attacked on own driveway
UPDATE: Police have now identified a man and he is being spoken to. Police have released CCTV of a man they wish to speak to, as they investigate reports of a man being attacked on his own driveway in Garstang. Officers were called to Bonds
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Men charged after £40K and drugs 'found in car' on M6
Two men have been charged after drugs and a large quantity of cash were found in a car, that had been travelling on the M6. Police stopped a car on Winwick Road in Warrington, on February 3. £40,000 cash and a quantity of cannabis were reportedly
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'Don't leave valuables on show’: Arrest made after surge in theft from vehicles
A man has been arrested, as police investigate reports of thefts from vehicles in Darwen. Over the last three days, officers have received reports of theft from vehicles in the Britten Street, Belgrave Road and the East Park Avenue areas of Darwen
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Landmark town centre pub to be demolished due to fire damage
A historic Blackburn pub building is to be knocked down to make way for the regeneration of the town centre. The Jacobean-style Victorian premises of The Fleece Inn, in Penny Street, are to be demolished following a fire in 2022. Blackburn
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Duncan McGuire transfer latest as Blackburn Rovers consider their options
Blackburn Rovers remain locked in discussions with The English Football League around the registration of forward Duncan McGuire. The forward signed from Orlando City on transfer deadline day after a topsy-turvy saga which saw the deal initially
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Blackburn Rovers Women secure vital victory with two penalties missed
Blackburn Rovers Women recorded their first league victory in three matches after a nervy 1-0 win away at London City Lionesses. Lucy Sheppard scored the only goal of the match as Simon Parker's side secured their first win in the Women's Super
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Kate Garraway shares daughter's 'brave' final words to Derek Draper before death
Kate Garraway has shared the "brave" final words her daughter Darcey said to her dad Derek Draper before his passing. Draper fell seriously ill with Covid-19 in March 2020 and was put in a coma from which he did not wake up from until October of
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Full details of bus route returning to Blackburn - and new town centre services
Blackburn is to see the reintroduction of a circular bus route and a new set of services linking sheltered housing to the town centre under proposals outlined to senior councillors. There will also be a study into public transport links in and
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Three wanted over theft of goods worth £4,000 from store
Police want to trace three men after goods valued at £4,000 were stolen from a store in Preston. The incident happened on Wednesday 29 November at the YESSS Electric store, Riding Street, Preston. A police spokesperson said: "Enquiries have
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Jon Dahl Tomasson's verdict on Blackburn Rovers' signings and Adam Wharton sale
Jon Dahl Tomasson has called on Blackburn Rovers fans to be patient with their new signings as he looks to get them up to speed. Kyle McFadzean, Billy Koumetio, Connor O'Riordan and John Fleck were all included in the squad against Queens Park
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Weather warning as snow forecast for East Lancashire this week
Snow and sub-zero temperatures are forecast for Lancashire this week, as a yellow weather warning has been issued. The Met Office says parts of Lancashire could experience its second heavy snow and ice of the winter since January, with warnings
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QPR boss reflects on vital win over Blackburn Rovers amid relegation battle
Queens Park Rangers boss Marti Cifuentes admitted Saturday's win over Blackburn Rovers was 'an important victory' in the battle to stay in the Championship. The West London side currently occupy the final relegation spot and are only five points
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Police appeal over alleged high value theft from Tesco
Police have released a CCTV image of two men who are being sought following high value thefts from a Clitheroe superstore. The incident happened at Tesco store in Clitheroe on Sunday, January 14. Police now want to speak with the two men in
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Arte et Labore: Jon Dahl Tomasson on QPR, transfers and Blackburn Rovers future
Blackburn Rovers fans can listen to Jon Dahl Tomasson's post-Queens Park Rangers press conference in full as a bonus episode of Arte et Labore. The head coach dropped some big revelation's after a 2-1 defeat at Ewood Park. He spoke in depth about
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Teenage boys in court over 'knifepoint robbery' at shop
Two teenagers have appeared before Blackburn magistrates charged with knifepoint robbery at a Mill Hill convenience store on Wednesday. One of them is also charged with robbery at the same shop on New Wellington Street in October. The boys,
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Asda Express stores launching at these Lancashire locations
Asda has announced it will be opening 110 Asda Express convenience stores this month. The retailer will convert 109 former convenience stores acquired from the Co-op and EG Group to Asda Express this month and open one new standalone Express
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Kate Garraway on when she will return to hosting GMB after Derek Draper's death
Kate Garraway has revealed when she will be returning to host Good Morning Britain following the death of her husband Derek Draper. Draper fell seriously ill with Covid-19 in March 2020 and was put in a coma from which he did not wake up from until
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Kate Garraway speaks on GMB for the first time since Derek Draper's death
Kate Garraway has spoken for the first time following the death of her husband Derek Draper. The former lobbyist and political adviser died on January 3 after suffering long-lasting symptoms from coronavirus. Mr Draper fell seriously ill with
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Van drink driver 'swerving across carriageway' had three kids on board
A van driver with three young children on board was found to be three times over the drink drive limit. Officers stopped the vehicle on the M6 northbound carriageway over the weekend after it was seen 'swerving across the carriageway'. Lancashire
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60-mile cycle challenge helps buy new equipment for patients
Hospital staff who took part in a 60-mile cycling challenge in memory of their colleague have helped to buy life-enhancing equipment for patients. Last July, the team of 19 from East Lancashire Hospitals Trust (ELHT) cycled from Manchester to Blackpool
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Look inside former restaurant that has been transformed into new business
A former Cantonese restaurant has been transformed into a playgroup and "family hub". The former Sun Dragon Restaurant, on Blackburn Road in Acre, reopened as Jenni’s House in January. Jenni Ringland submitted plans to the council last May
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Shoplifter equipped himself with magnet to remove security tags and silver foil
A shoplifter equipped himself with a magnet to remove security tags and silver foil to beat security scanners. Blackburn magistrates heard Samuel Chew failed to take into account he was known in both stores and the offences were caught on CCTV.
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Family illnesses proves to be inspiration for scholarship student
A Blackburn teenager has gained a scholarship to study medicine at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). Hussain Mughal, who has seen both his grandma and mum require extensive treatment from doctors, is one of two recipients of the Livesey
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Borough council unveils new policy to support residents
A council has launched its Housing Assistance Policy (HAP) to support eligible residents across the borough. The HAP replaces the previous Disabled Facilities Grant policy, enabling Rossendale residents access to a greater breadth of support.
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Market traders speak out over new site for funfair
Market traders in Blackburn said a new location for the funfair could affect their trade during the February half term. The funfair, which was last year located at the site of the old Thwaites brewery, will move across to the Brown Street car park
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'Innocent lives lost to greed': Cockle picking tragedy victims remembered 20 years on
Special remembrance events will take place on the on the 20th anniversary of the Morecambe Bay Cockling Disaster, in which 21 people drowned. It was around 9.30pm on the evening of February 5, 2004 when the group of Chinese cockle pickers, who
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Tragedy of Blackburn with Darwen Council worker's death heard at inquest
The tragic death of a Blackburn with Darwen Council worker has been heard at an inquest. Revenues and benefits administration officer John Mark Airey, 41, of Albany Drive, Blackburn, was declared missing by Lancashire Police last year. He
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Blackburn Rovers in 'serious situation' after poor run of form
Jon Dahl Tomasson admitted Blackburn Rovers are in a serious situation after one win in their last 11 Championship games. Queens Park Rangers' victory at Ewood Park means Rovers are now only five points above the bottom three. After picking up
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Larkhill flats shrouded in mist as rest of Blackburn 'disappeared'
A moody image of Blackburn which is reminiscent of the days when the mills belched out smoke and coal fires left the town shrouded in a semi-permanent smog. But as eagle-eyed readers will have realised, this photo does not date back to the
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Adult learners celebrate as they smash GCSE national average
Burnley College said its adult students have surpassed the national average pass rate for both GCSE maths and English. The College's adult learners sitting GCSE maths achieved more than double the national average, whilst GCSE English adult students
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Star of BBC show joins dad in Blackburn to share tips on epic 4,800 mile journey
The star of the BBC's Race Across the World series Dr Mobeen Qureshi joined his dad Khalid at a special talk in Blackburn. Dr Mobeen was at Bangor Street Community Centre over the weekend where his father gave a talk on their UK to Pakistan road
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Stargazers' dark skies festival returns to Lancashire forest
A CHANCE to savour some Lancashire's pitch-black vistas is rolling around again for 2024. Campaigners at the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) are again hosting their fascinating Dark Skies Festival. Light pollution