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Road traffic collision causes Cog Lane, Burnley to close
A road in Burnley was closed due to a road traffic collision earlier today (Wednesday, February 21). The road is now open. Burnley and Padiham Police said previously that Cog Lane in Burnley was closed. Police asked drivers to avoid the
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5 of the most expensive East Lancs properties £61million Colne couple could snap up
A couple who have claimed a £61million jackpot prize on the EuroMillions initially thought they had won just £2.60. But it transpired Richard and Debbie Nuttall, both 54, had scooped £61,708,231, with the National Lottery presenting them at a press
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The 10 biggest UK lottery winners, as £61M Colne couple bag 29th spot on rich list
A married couple from Colne may have won a staggering £61million EuroMillions jackpot while celebrating their wedding anniversary in the sun last month. But Richard and Debbie Nuttall are not the biggest British winners of all time, with 15 UK
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Police investigation launched after teenage girl assaulted in Blackburn
A teenage girl was assaulted in Blackburn yesterday (Tuesday, February 20) after a man grabbed her on the shoulder from behind. The incident occurred between 8.15pm and 8.20pm as the victim walked through Jack Walker Way, near to Bolton Road in
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Premier league stars share secrets of their success with students
Burnley FC footballers revealed their secrets on playing at the highest level with students from Nelson and Colne College (NCCG). Working with Burnley FC in the Community, the players shared their personal experiences on becoming professionals.
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Down to earth couple bought ‘luxury’ bedding after £61m win
A couple who won a staggering £61m on the EuroMillions lottery have revealed just some of the items they bought following the win. Richard and Debbie Nuttall, both 54, from Colne scooped a £61,708,231 share of the £123million jackpot prize from
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Blackburn man Connor Dewhurst is wanted on recall to prison
*UPDATE: Connor has been found and arrested* A man from Blackburn is wanted by police. Connor Dewhurst, 26, is wanted on recall to prison. He was living in Cumbria but it is thought that he will return to Lancashire. He has links to Hyndburn
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Blackburn Rovers should achieve main objective with bigger picture on hold
Watching Blackburn Rovers on a Tuesday night has not been pretty but their gritty performance in South Wales did offer reassurance they will stay in the Championship. The nil-nil draw at Cardiff City was a drab occasion, with the couple of hundred
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Road closed and traffic building after lorry crashed into building
*UPDATE: The road has now reopened* A road is closed in Huncoat after a crash. Station Road is closed from Enfield Road to the crossing on Station Road. Motorists have been urged to avoid the area. This is after a lorry crashed into a building
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Greg James ‘takes swipe’ at Jordan North as move to Capital Breakfast announced
Details have emerged about Jordan North’s new radio job and one of his colleagues has taken a funny “swipe” at the announcement. Today (February 21) it was announced that Jordan will be the new host of Capital Breakfast. This comes days after it
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Hairy Bikers decend on these Lancs towns and praise one dish as ‘biblical’
The Hairy Bikers descended on towns across Lancashire in an episode of the BBC’s The Hairy Bikers Go West. Si King and Dave Myers, who was born in Lancashire, visited Lancaster, Aughton, Ormskirk and Tarleton, in the episode which aired on Tuesday
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Blackburn Rovers' relegation rivals set to make shock appointment
Millwall are set to appoint former boss Neil Harris as their new manager after deciding to part company with Joe Edwards. The Lions are 21st in the Championship table, one point above the relegation zone. Edwards was appointed to succeed Gary Rowett
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East Lancs couple who have won £61 MILLION EuroMillions jackpot named
The Lancashire couple who have scooped a whopping £61,000,000 EuroMillions jackpot have been named as Richard and Debbie Nuttall, both 54, from Colne. The lucky pair won a £61,708,231 share of the £123 million jackpot prize from the draw on January
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Blackburn man admits £19million fraudulent investment scheme
A Blackburn man has pleaded guilty to fraud after duping hundreds of people to invest around £19 million in an investment scheme. Guy Flintham, 46, pleaded guilty to fraud by false representation in a plea hearing at Southwark Crown Court in London
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Arrest made after police stop Audi on M65 and find £9K in cash
A man has been arrested after police stopped a car on the M65 in Darwen. On Monday (February 19) police stopped and searched a black Audi A6. Officers found £9,000 in cash. A further £3,500 in cash at the driver’s home address following a search
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John Eustace outlines Blackburn Rovers reality and first priority
John Eustace is under no illusions that Blackburn Rovers can improve their attacking play but put their sloppiness at Cardiff down to the relentless schedule. Rovers played out a nil-nil draw in South Wales on Tuesday night, their first goalless
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When will it snow in Lancashire this week? Met Office predictions
Despite milder temperatures having been experienced this week, there’s a chance snow could be on its way in the next few days across Lancashire. Whether you’re looking forward to some snow or you want to be as prepared as possible, there is a chance
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Profits hike confirmed for Lancashire aerospace giant
AEROSPACE giant BAE has unveiled improved operating profits after a successful year for Typhoon production and Tempest development. Bosses at the air conglomerate, which employs more than 11,000 people at Samlesbury and Warton, have announced an
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This is why two lanes on the M6 were closed causing 40 minute delays
Two lanes were closed on the M6 in Lancashire this morning (February 21) causing delays of up to 40 minutes. Lanes on the M6 northbound, between J28 (Clayton-le-Woods) and J29 (M65) were closed for emergency pothole repairs, at around 9.30am. National
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This is why two lanes on the M6 were closed causing 40 minute delays
Two lanes were closed on the M6 in Lancashire this morning (February 21) causing delays of up to 30 minutes. Lanes on the M6 northbound, between J28 (Clayton-le-Woods) and J29 (M65) was closed for emergency pothole repairs, at around 9.30am. National
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The Backlot Cinema & Diner to open in Blackpool ahead of the Easter holidays
A cinema and diner are opening in Blackpool ahead of the Easter holidays. The Backlot Cinema & Diner will be based in the Houndshill Shopping Centre’s new extension and it will open its doors on March 22. The cinema will feature Blackpool’s
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Couple back East Lancs campaign after ‘dementia tax’ costs them £1K a year
The co-founders of The Filo Project, a social enterprise providing dementia care in East Lancashire, have handed in an open letter at 10 Downing Street calling for an end to an ‘unfair’ rule that adds 20 per cent to dementia care costs faced by local
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Drivers caught driving without seatbelt and using mobile phones
Several drivers were stopped by police for numerous traffic offences in Hyndburn. Officers came together to support operation rally, which targeted traffic offences in Church and Milnshaw and reported motorists for driving without a seatbelt and
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Lancashire couple revealed as winners of £61million EuroMillions jackpot
A couple from Lancashire have scooped a whopping £61,000,000 EuroMillions jackpot. The pair's numbers came up in the draw on January 30, bagging them an eye-watering £61,708,231. The National Lottery is set to reveal the winners of the jackpot
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Jordan North to become new host of Capital Breakfast after Radio 1 exit
Former BBC Radio 1 presenter Jordan North is set to become the new host of Capital Breakfast. The I’m A Celebrity runner-up’s BBC departure was announced on X, formerly Twitter, on Friday, February 16, as Radio 1 shared: “Radio 1 will be saying
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People in these areas warned to ‘be prepared’ as flood alert issued
A flood alert has been issued for parts of Lancashire, as heavy rain is forecast to batter the county today (February 21). People have told to ‘be prepared’ as a flood alert is issued for the River Lostock and Yarrow. Areas covered by the alert
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This is what happens if you can't afford to pay your council tax
Council tax is a concern for households up and down the country but what do you do if you can't afford to pay? The local charge covers the local services that councils offer like schools, refuse collection, libraries and more. As Brits grapple
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Death of man from Whalley who moved to Serbia and 'loved travel' heard at inquest
A man from Whalley who moved to Serbia was found dead in his garage after he made plans to visit family in the UK, an inquest has heard. Michael Cockshutt, 55, was born in Whalley but moved to Subotica, Serbia, before his death on Tuesday, October
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‘Compassionate and kind’: Hospice rated 'outstanding' by CQC
A Lancashire hospice has been praised for providing ‘exceptional care and treatment’ to its patients. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated Pendleside Hospice in Burnley as ‘outstanding’ in four out of five areas following an inspection in October
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'This is a real asset to Burnley': Mayor opens new opticians in Burnley
Dozens of residents attended the re-opening of a local opticians last week following a £500,000 makeover. A new opticians in Charter Walk Shopping Centre in Burnley opened on Friday, February 16, with the Burnley Mayor alongside a long-standing
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Investigation launched after pig’s head and large brick thrown through window
Police are investigating after a pig’s head and large stone were thrown into a house in Blackburn. The incident happened in Shear Brow, Blackburn, at 10.35pm on Sunday, February 18. Shards of glass could be seen strewn across the front room
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Man raped and sexually abused teenager in the back of his work van
A man who raped and sexually abused a teenager in the back of his work van and at his home has been jailed for 18 years. Burnley Crown Court heard how delivery driver Karl Chadwick, 57, would abuse the girl, who was between the ages of 13 and 16
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Teenager to stand trial over alleged stabbing in Burnley park
A teenager is to stand trial in connection with a 'stabbing' incident in Burnley earlier this year. Kyle Kaylor, 19, was not arraigned at the plea and trial preparation hearing, as there are issues of identification in the case, as one witness
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Council keeps John Willie on tap at King George's Hall and Library Theatre
Manchester independent brewer JW Lees has kept the contract to supply alcohol to Blackburn with Darwen Council's two main entertainment venues. The drinks firm, based in Middleton at the end of the M66, will provide alcoholic and soft drinks and
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Man who responded to a sign offering free money received £5,000 in ill-gotten gains
A man who responded to a sign offering free money received £5,000 in ill-gotten gains. Blackburn magistrates heard Liam Alan Dean also received a criminal record as a result of his involvement in the benefits scam. Dean, 29, of Lower Hollin
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Burnley building firm praised for 'considerate construction' at projects
Burnley-based construction company Ring Stones has been praised for the standard of ethical work being carried out on two developments in the town. The firm, part of the Calico Group, has been building schemes at Dovestone Gardens and Kinross Street
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Man caught dealing by police had crack cocaine and heroin tucked under genitals
A man caught with almost £2,000 worth of crack cocaine and heroin had hidden some of the drugs under his genitals. Demetrius Thompson was spotted driving a white Audi by police in the Infirmary area of Blackburn on October 11, 2022, Preston Crown
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Another demonstration over Gaza to be held in Rawtenstall this weekend
The East Lancashire branch of Stop the War Coalition is holding another demonstration and march in Rawtenstall this weekend. The demonstration has been organised in reaction to the ongoing situation between Israel and Palestine, with Stop the War
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Plans go in to convert former hairdressers into two flats
A man has submitted proposals to turn a hair salon in an East Lancashire town into two flats. Mark Byrne, of Boutique Homes Ltd in Barrow, has submitted plans to Ribble Valley Borough Council to convert the former Way-A-Head salon in York Street
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Jealous man attacked partner with umbrella after drinking at pub on Valentine's Day
A man attacked his partner with an umbrella when Valentine’s Day jealousy got the better of him. Blackburn magistrates heard Mark Ward lost his temper because his partner had been talking to another man in the pub where they had been drinking.
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Blackburn's Larkhill flats were given a facelift in the Nineties
It was facelift time for one of Blackburn’s most easily recognisable landmarks when this picture was taken in 1991. The flats at Larkhill were covered in scaffolding and netting - no mean feat in itself - to allow new fire doors to be installed
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Couple's dream of building 5-bedroom eco home realised as plans finally approved
A couple who resubmitted plans to build an eco-home on their land have finally had their application approved. Mathew and Janine Nelson applied to Pendle Council in summer 2023 to build a five-bedroom, self-build, eco-home, with an integral garage
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Five Blackburn men in dock over £50,000 benefits 'scam' ring
Five men, one of them an executive officer with the Department of Works and Pensions, have appeared before Blackburn magistrates charged in connection with the misappropriation of more than £50,000. Rafiq Master 48, of London Walk, Blackburn, is
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Happy families takes compromise - how to live in harmony
Most of us love our families and wouldn’t swap them for the world. Even the happiest of homes have the odd squabbles and differences. Sometimes, when things aren’t dealt with, they can become bigger, grudges can fester beneath the surface, and
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Police update on investigation almost a year after Oswaldtwistle mum's death
Almost a year since her body was found at a house in Oswaldtwistle, police have released an update on the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Wendy Warburton. Ms Warburton, 58, was found unresponsive at a property in Kingfisher
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Blackburn's 21Digital to deliver new website for Nelson gate firm
A digital agency based in Blackburn has been commissioned to design and build a new website for premium and luxury wrought iron gate and railing specialist North Valley Forge. Established more than 30 years ago, North Valley Forge manufactures
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Meet the young East Lancashire dancers chosen to star in 'Cinderella in Hollywood'
Talented dancers from Blackburn, Darwen and Accrington have landed parts in a major production at the Manchester Opera House. They will perform alongside internationally renowned professional ballet dancers in English Youth Ballet’s (EYB) 'Cinderella
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Blackburn charity ‘egg-cited’ to help disadvantaged children this Easter
A Blackburn charity has launched its annual Easter egg campaign, aiming to give away hundreds of chocolate treats to disadvantaged children in the town. Each year Secret Santa, formed in 2017 by Phil and Karen Boulding, aims to donate 1,000 Easter
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Jordan North ‘to appear on Celebrity Big Brother’ after pal’s Instagram comment
Burnley’s Jordan North is rumoured to appear on Celebrity Big Brother this year, after fans spotted a comment on his Instagram post. Jordan North, who recently announced he is leaving Radio 1, posted a farewell post to his 839,000 followers.
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Why Ryan Hedges and Harry Leonard missed Blackburn Rovers draw
John Eustace hopes Ryan Hedges will be available for Blackburn Rovers against Norwich City after resting the winger at Cardiff City. The Welshman travelled with the Rovers squad but wasn't named in the starting line-up or on the bench. Having just
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Woman injured trying to save child from dog 'attack'
A councillor has urged dog owners to keep an eye on their pets after a woman was injured in Blackburn after being chased by two dogs. The incident happened early in the morning on Monday in the Pleckgate area. A young girl had left her cousin
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Labour seeks more cash for citizens advice and 'skip days' in every ward
Hyndburn Council's Labour group has submitted a string of amendments to the Conservative-led authority's budget proposals. The four items will be debated at a special meeting on Tuesday, February 27, when it is proposed to increase the borough's
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Wooden staff lodge at horse rehab centre would ruin landscape, council says
Plans for a staff lodge at a remote horse rehabilitation centre have been refused as the council feel it does not justify development in a rural area. NJS Rehabilitation is based in the countryside, close to Cow Ark in the Ribble Valley, and is
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Sir Jake hails influx of GP surgery staff in Rossendale and Darwen
Conservative MP Sir Jake Berry has welcomed an increase of 58 more frontline staff working in GP surgeries across his Rossendale and Darwen constituency. He was reacting to new figures published by the Department of Health and Social Care, which