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Homeowners urged to check their roofs after reports of lead being stolen
Homeowners have been urged to remain vigilant after reports of lead flashing being stolen from roofs across Burnley. Officers have received reports of the lead being stolen from properties on Harling Street and Lowerhouse Lane. On Harling street
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500 gritters ready and cold weather alert issued as Lancs braces for snow
A cold weather alert has been issued for Blackburn, and other parts of the north west, as parts of the country brace for snow. National Highways also confirmed that more than 500 gritters are prepared to hit the roads when snow is forecast, on
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Three men arrested after police find ‘extensive’ cannabis farm
Three men have been arrested, after police found a large cannabis farm in Burnley. On Sunday evening (February 4), police were called to a report of a disturbance on Nicholas Street. Three men were arrested and an “extensive” cannabis farm
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Motorists urged to ‘find an alternative route’ after crash
Part of a road in Wycoller is closed after a crash. Police have closed Lancashire Moor Road, between Coomb Hill Cross and Colne, after a crash. Officers said minor injuries were reported. An update will be issued when the road reopens.
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Unauthorised changes to heritage-listed hotel set to be approved
Unauthorised alterations to a heritage-listed building in a town centre conservation area are to be debated on Thursday. The owner of The Lawrence Hotel in Church Street, Padiham, added two electric awnings, a sign and three air-conditioning units
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Warning after these ‘hidden’ household items caused blaze at tip
A warning has been issued after small items, that are found in most households, were thought to have caused a fire at a tip in Leyland. The council is urging homeowners to recycle their batteries correctly after a fire at Farington Waste Recovery
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Blackburn Rovers signing sets target after deadline day switch
New Blackburn Rovers signing John Fleck is targeting first-team football and victories to help lift the club up the Championship table. The experienced midfielder signed on a free transfer from Sheffield United on a short-term deal until the end
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Council looks at heat network for buildings to cut energy bills
AN East Lancashire local authority is researching whether a special 'heat network' to warm 13 of its buildings could cut energy costs and carbon emissions. Blackburn with Darwen Council will use a £96,880 grant from the government to assess the
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Helen Flanagan ‘advised to withdraw’ from Cluedo 2 play due to medical reasons
Coronation Street actress Helen Flanagan has stepped down from the UK tour of murder mystery play Cluedo 2. Helen, who was set to play Miss Scarlett in the play, was “advised to withdraw” from the play due to medical reasons. The former Westholme
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Radios to make town centre safer paid for with criminals' cash
Shop and bar bosses in Accrington town centre are to get new hand-held radios to tackle anti-social behaviour and crime. They will be paid for with a £7,180 grant from Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner Andrew Snowden’s Safer Lancashire Neighbourhood
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Six fire crews tackle 'pallet' blaze after explosions heard
Six fire engines have been sent to tackle a commercial building fire in Darwen after a number of 'explosions' were heard. At around 11.30am on Tuesday (February 6), four crews from Blackburn, Darwen and Hyndburn, along with the hazardous materials
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Rovers issue statement on proposed McGuire loan move
Rovers have issued an official statement on Duncan McGuire’s proposed loan move from MLS side Orlando City. The forward signed on Deadline Day after a topsy-turvy saga which saw the deal initially fall through before being rectified as a loan-to-buy
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New inert waste limit on way for county council recycling hubs
New limits on how much 'inert' waste can be disposed of by van and trailer users at Lancashire County Council's Household Waste Recycling Centres could be on the way. The authority's cabinet will discuss the potential changes when it meets on Thursday
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Buckley makes comeback as Rovers U21 win in Premier League Cup
John Buckley made his return from injury as Rovers Under-21s booked their place in the Premier League Cup knockout stages with a 3-2 win against Sheffield United. Buckley has been out of action since December when his loan at Sheffield Wednesday
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Learner drivers warned of six month wait for tests as examiners set to strike
Thousands of learner drivers could face waits of up to six months for practical tests to become available, as further strike action by staff at the Driving Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is set to take place. Around 2,000 DVSA driving test examiners
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Lancashire care providers to get £37m above inflation cash boost
PROVIDERS of adult social care across Lancashire are in line for a £37million boost to ease inflationary pressures. The extra cash for hard-pressed organisations will be debated by councillors on Thursday. Lancashire County Council's cabinet
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East Lancashire borough hosts pop-up HIV testing clinics
Pop-up testing and information clinics for HIV, the precursor condition to AIDS, are coming to Blackburn with Darwen this week. They aim to reduce the numbers of undiagnosed people and those diagnosed late with HIV. The visits are part of National
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The East Lancashire restaurants that retained their Michelin stars
The Michelin Guide for 2024 has been released and two restaurants in East Lancashire have made an appearance. On Monday (February 5), the new Michelin stars were unveiled at the ceremony, which took place in Manchester. While there are no new
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When cigarette machines could be found in the streets of Blackburn
Here’s a photo from the archive to test Looking Back readers. Taken in 1967 it shows a row of shops having to be shored up after the building became unsafe. The shops in question were on Astley Gate in Blackburn. In the middle of the row
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Eco-friendly hydrogen works for East Lancs brewery passed
A brewery in East Lancashire is set to shed the 11,000 tonnes of carbon emissions it generates each year after councillors gave the go-ahead for a hydrogen production facility to power its operation. The development – subject to there being no
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Council to consider expanding two East Lancs schools to boost SEND provision
Several new projects that aim to create different types of more specialist school places in East Lancashire will be reviewed this week as part of ongoing work to boost SEND provision across the county. On Thursday (February 8), Lancashire County
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Tonnes of stinking household rubbish illegally left on disused railway line
Fly-tippers have been urged to stop dumping waste on railway land or face criminal consequences, including fines of up to £2,500. Network Rail has joined forces with Lancashire's deputy police and crime commissioner, Andy Pratt, in plea to reckless
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Continued warnings about illegal parking, despite creation of £275k car park
Police have continued to warn enforcement action will be taken against drivers who leave their cars parked on the pavements and roads in Blackburn. Neighbourhood officers are requesting that people wanting to use any of the shops in Whalley Range
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Controversial homes on fields set for approval despite objections
Councillors have been urged to approve a controversial housing estate on grazing land on the outskirts of an East Lancashire borough despite more than a dozen objections. Burney Council's development control committee will debate the plans for
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From Bugattis to Rollers: No let up in demand for high-end cars at weddings
For those thinking that the cost-of-living crisis might dampen the demand for high-end cars at Asian weddings, think again. Families in some households may splurge out thousands for the big day. Traditionally, the wedding celebrations can
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Road humps bid to slow down cars near new homes
New road humps are being proposed for a busy road in Accrington. County highways engineers have drawn up proposals for the speed barriers along Thorneyholme Road and Moss Hall Road. County councillors have heard the intervention is necessary
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Blackburn beauty salon shortlisted as finalist at UK Hair and Beauty Awards
A Blackburn beauty salon has been shortlisted as a finalist at The Official UK Hair and Beauty Awards. Chantelle Louise Beauty Academy, in King's Road, announced its nomination in the 'Education Excellence' and 'Beauty Therapist of the Year' categories
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Why Blackburn Rovers pulled out of permanent transfer for Duncan McGuire
Blackburn Rovers were forced to withdraw from the permanent signing of Duncan McGuire after a direct order from the board of directors to cancel all January deals involving a transfer fee, The Lancashire Telegraph can reveal. The American striker
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Together Housing apprentices achieve Distinction Level Awards in gas repairs
Two apprentices from Blackburn College have been praised after achieving high in their qualification exams. As part of the mix of roles within the company, many technicians at Together Housing start their journey as an apprentice. This week
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New service for gambling addiction launched in borough
Drug and alcohol support service Spark is set to provide new support service to people affected by gambling addiction in Blackburn and Darwen. A Gambling Related Harms support worker will join the team, which has been funded by Blackburn with Darwen
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'Happiest with her children': Blackburn mother died by suicide, inquest hears
The death of a mother of two from Blackburn who was 'happiest' when with her children has been ruled as a suicide, an inquest has heard. Molly Kelly McDade, 25, of Hereford Road, was found dead at her address on Friday, October 6, after her family
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Men sentenced after supplying £100k worth of drugs in Blackburn and Nelson
Four men have been sentenced after police found two cannabis farms and seized £100,000 worth of drugs and cash in East Lancashire. The cannabis farms were found on Monday, May 15, 2023, at an industrial unit at the Eanam Industrial Park in Blackburn
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Tez Ilyas launches new Blackburn Rovers’ fans group
Comedian and lifelong Blackburn Rovers fan Tez Ilyas helped to officially launch the club’s South Asian Supporters' (SAS) fans group. The launch was held at the Darwen End ahead of the match against Queens Park Rangers on Saturday, with the new
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Teenage skier with Olympic ambitions selected for Team GB
A talented 13-year-old skier has been selected to compete for the under 14s Team GB squad. Haslingden High School year 9 student, Patrick Wilkinson, has been skiing since he was three when he was taken to the Chill Factore in Trafford. Patrick
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Historic former coaching inn earmarked for town centre flats
Plans to turn a heritage-listed vacant Accrington town centre building last used as offices into 10 flats and a house have been submitted as part of a wider scheme to regenerate a historic complex. Kim Landa, of the Landa Corporation, wants to
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East Lancashire's most wanted men and woman being sought by police
East Lancashire's most wanted men and a woman this week are being sought by police for recall to prison. If you have seen any of them, or know where they might be, then please contact the police on 101 with any information you might have.
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Star of BBC show joins dad to share tips on epic 4800 mile journey
The star of the BBC's Race Across the World series Dr Mobeen Qureshi joined his dad Khalid Qureshi at a special event sharing their top tips for travelling. Dr Mobeen was at Bangor Street Community Centre in Blackburn over the weekend where his
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Blackburn-born Imam says what he misses most about 'lovely' town on visit from Canada
A world-renowned Blackburn-born imam met with community and faith leaders at a special event hosted at the MyLahore Restaurant. Ibrahim Hussain is a mediator and arbitrator who is originally from Blackburn but moved to Canada in 2011. He is renowned
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'It’s my way of saying thanks': grandad raises over £6,000 for Rosemere
A great grandad has raised more than £6,000 in seven years for Rosemere Cancer Foundation by dressing up as Santa in the run up to Christmas. For the last seven years, Ian Ponton has dressed up in a Santa costume to hold bucket collections in local
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Blackburn Academy lad aims to 'walk in Luke Littler’s footsteps' after darts win
A young darts player, who is a member of Blackburn Youth Darts Academy, came home victorious from a darts competition at the weekend. Joe Westby, won the Junior Darts Corporation’s (JDC) Super 16 final in Milton Keynes on Sunday, defeating Cayden