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Stanley boss bemoans key decisions during MK Dons defeat
Stanley boss John Coleman admitted he is ‘getting sick of football’ after the 2-1 defeat at MK Dons. Jack Payne whipped a delightful free-kick into the top corner to cancel out Jack Nolan’s opener with 19 minutes remaining. Left wing-back Joe
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Burnley beaten at Liverpool despite O'Shea header
Burnley were beaten 3-1 by Liverpool despite a spirited display on Merseyside from Vincent Kompany's side. Diogo Jota had headed the hosts in front but Dara O'Shea got the Clarets back on level terms. Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez both struck
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The role John Eustace played in Blackburn Rovers' victory over Stoke City
John Eustace played an important role in Blackburn Rovers' set-up against Stoke City as they ended an eight-match winning run by beating Stoke City. Rovers beat the Potters 3-1 at Ewood Park thanks to goals from Tyrhys Dolan (2) and Sam Szmodics
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Blackburn Rovers player ratings: Dolan superb, Gallagher and Pears impress
Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Aynsley Pears - 8 Made a crucial penalty save to keep out Johnson early in the second half. A really important moment in the game
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Blackburn Rovers go back to basics to earn deserved Stoke City win
Blackburn Rovers ended their run of eight games without a Championship win and kickstarted a new era with a 3-1 win over Stoke City. With new head coach John Eustace watching from the stands, before taking the reigns in the second half, Rovers
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Ant McPartlin 'beyond delighted' to be having first child with wife Anne-Marie
Ant McPartlin and his wife Anne-Marie Corbett are "beyond delighted" to be welcoming their first child together, a source has said. The star has wanted kids for a long time with his wife now expecting to give birth in June of this year. He
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Blackburn Rovers 3-1 Stoke City RECAP: Reaction as Rovers take the points
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Teenager suffers serious leg injury in quadbike incident during snowy weather
A teenager suffered a serious leg injury after an incident involving a quadbike near Roughlee. Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue Team (RPMRT) were called out to assist in helping the teenager along with North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) at
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Blackburn Rovers predicted team as players bid to impress John Eustace
Here's The Lancashire Telegraph's best guess on how Rovers might line-up against Stoke City in the Championship. Goalkeeper Aynsley Pears will be between the sticks for Rovers. The 25-year-old has made an impressive comeback from injury in
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Four fire engines attend blaze at commercial building in Accrington
Four fire engines attended the scene of a commercial building fire in Accrington on Friday afternoon (February 9). Crews from Hyndburn, Rawtenstall, and Darwen were sent to Chester Street at around 3.45pm and were in attendance for around an hour
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Robber 'brandished knife' and forced shopkeeper to open till
A robber brandished a knife at a shopkeeper before forcing them to open the till and taking money, police have said. The incident happened at around 11.40am on Sunday, February 4, at a shop in Whalley Road, Accrington. Police have released
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Good results for Blackburn businesses in latest food hygiene ratings
Almost 20 venues across Blackburn and Darwen have been handed new food hygiene ratings in the past fortnight, with almost all achieving the top score. A total of 18 businesses, including restaurants, takeaways and pubs, were visited by inspectors
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Woman found 'unconscious' in car was FIVE times over drink drive limit
Police were called after a member of the public saw a woman in the driving seat of a car apparently unconscious. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard when police arrived it took three officers to remove Cheryl Patfield from the vehicle. When
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Mock the Week star bringing new comedy tour to Darwen
One of the stars of long-running topical comedy panel show Mock the Week will be visiting Darwen on his new stand-up tour. Following a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe and the autumn leg of his tour, Andy Parsons is back on the road and will
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Inquiry call after Blackburn meth dealer was social services deputy director
Two leading politicians have called for an inquiry into the appointment of a former deputy director of children's social care from Blackburn who was later sentenced on drugs charges. Last week, the former deputy director of children's social care
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Lancashire cheesemaker issues another recall after E.coli outbreak
A Lancashire cheesemaker has provided an update after several of its products were recalled due to an E.coli breakout last year. Mrs Kirkham’s, near Longridge, has told customers that after “comprehensive testing” no evidence of the outbreak has
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16 death notices and funeral announcements from the Lancashire Telegraph
The Lancashire Telegraph has published 16 death notices in the last 7 days. Every week, the Lancashire Telegraph publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in
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Application goes in for five 'exclusive' family homes on village 'waste ground'
An application for five family homes to be built on ‘waste ground’ in a Ribble Valley village have been submitted to the council. The original Packhorse site in Mellor Brow, Mellor, was a former stone-built storage building believed to have had
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Drop the Dead Donkey cast reunite to bring us the news 25 years on
Jeff Rawle describes the opportunity to bring hapless TV station editor George Dent back into the office as ‘a total gift’. Drop the Dead Donkey was one of Channel 4’s must watch shows during the 90s; the story of a struggling TV news channel and
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On your marks, get set ... flip! Pancake day fun in East Lancs in the 80s
Next week it’s time to get out the flour, eggs and milk and celebrate a great British tradition. Yes, next Tuesday it’s Shrove Tuesday, the final day before the start of Lent. To mark the occasion, we have been back into the archives to dig
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Plans to improve play facilities at park swing into action
Improvements to a play area in a Rawtenstall park are being considered as part of a plan to improve the area. A draft 'Masterplan for Improvements' was shared with park users and residents in Spring 2023 and it outlined some of the changes that
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New director for property agent as firm celebrates 35 years in business
A commercial property consultants headquartered in Blackburn has appointed a new associate director as the firm gets set to celebrate its 35th year in business. Trevor Dawson is further expanding its building consultancy team by appointing Ian
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Football hospitality and Girls Aloud tickets up for grabs at Mayor's ball
An international music events production firm has donated thousands of pounds worth of auction prizes, which include VIP tickets to see Manchester United vs Burnley, to help raise money as part of this year’s Mayor’s Charity Ball. Accrington’s
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Triple AA Rosette restaurant celebrating entry in this year’s Michelin Guide
Staff at a triple AA Rosette restaurant in Lancashire are celebrating after being confirmed for this year’s Michelin Guide. Aven, on Camden Place close to Winckley Square in Preston, relaunched in the autumn after being known as 263 since 2019.
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Atique returns to Audi showroom as general manager
Atique Malik said he was 'excited' to be taking on the role of general sales manager at the Blackburn Audi showroom. Atique left Swansway in September for a sales management position but said he was keen to return once the opportunity arose.
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It’s dogs vs hippos as Rovers’ mascot prepares to take on penalty shoot-out
Blackburn Rovers’ mascot, Rover the Dog, is preparing for an ‘epic’ a penalty shoot-out battle at an hilarious pre-match activity this weekend. This Saturday (February 10) will see Blackburn Rovers’ Rover the dog and Stoke City’s Pottermus the
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BAE Systems recruiting more than 1,500 apprentices across region
BAE Systems is looking for future leaders as it prepares to recruit 1,552 apprentices across the region, including roles available in Samlesbury, Warton, and Preston. The aerospace giant, which has a major base in Samlesbury, is seeking potential
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Plans to cut down 30 trees close to Pendle Hill have been approved
Plans to cut down 30 trees close to Pendle Hill have been approved. The trees, which are located in Boothman Park in Barley New Road, Barley, are believed to have ash die-back and are also said to be hanging over private roads and activity areas
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Children wear rainbow of colours in tribute to dancer who died after eating cookie
A primary school in Helmshore has paid tribute to a former pupil, who died in January from an allergic reaction. Órla Baxendale died on January 11, aged 25 after eating a cookie which contained undisclosed peanuts. On Friday (February 9), children
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Lancashire residents and Britain's oldest twins, aged 104, share secrets to long life
Britain’s oldest twins, 104-year-old Thelma Barratt and Elma Harris, have shared their secrets to a long life. The sisters were born half an hour apart in Stockport in August 1919 and now live at Pear Tree House Care Home in Kirkham. They’ve
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John Eustace is set for a Blackburn Rovers baptism of fire
John Eustace is set for a baptism of fire as Blackburn Rovers boss with a crucial fortnight ahead. The 44-year-old has replaced Jon Dahl Tomasson in the Ewood Park hot seat and if results don't pick up, that heat will certainly crank up. Rovers
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Controversial estate and hotel changes planning decisions deferred
Decisions on a controversial housing estate and unauthorised alterations to a heritage-listed hotel have been deferred by Burnley Council's development control committee. This month's meeting had been recommended to approve both planning applications
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The lush £1m home that looks ‘frozen in time’ with original 17th century features
A lush £1million home in Darwen looks like it has been taken straight from the 17th century, as it still has many of its original features. Holly Bank Farm, on Punstock Lane, is thought to date back to the 1600s. While the property has been
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5 of the best fine dining restaurants in Lancashire according to Tripadvisor reviews
Are you looking for a new restaurant to try out? Deciding exactly where to go for food can be a difficult task since there’s so many restaurants to choose from across Lancashire. If you’re looking to enjoy a meal on the day either with a loved
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5 of the best walking routes to try in the Forest of Bowland this weekend
Lancashire has plenty to offer and this extends to its many walking routes. If you like to get out and about, you won’t be short of options with both longer and shorter routes available in the Forest of Bowland. To help you choose a route,
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Blackburn with Darwen crime rate continues to fall, figures shows
Blackburn with Darwen’s crime rate fell for the third month in a row at the end of 2023. Data from police.uk shows 1,466 crimes were committed in the borough in December, a slight drop of 1.27 per cent from the 1,485 crimes committed in November
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Master the art of self-care this Valentine's Day at special event
Take time out for yourself this Valentine's Day at The Wellbeing Farm in Edgworth. The award-winning venue is teaming up with Roots of Life Events to create Love Fest. It will take place on Sunday, February 11 between 10.30am and 4pm offering