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Coleman's verdict as Stanley lose out against Crawley
Stanley boss John Coleman was left ruing "fine margins" following his side's 1-0 defeat against Crawley. Harry Ransom got the decisive goal midway through the second half, heading home Will Wright’s corner via the post. The Reds had plenty
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John Eustace's Blackburn Rovers verdict and special praise for Sam Szmodics
John Eustace was pleased with Blackburn Rovers' performance against an in-form Norwich City side after coming from behind to earn a point. Dom Hyam's second-half header ensured Rovers picked up a vital point as the race to avoid relegation hots
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Blackburn Rovers player ratings: Pickering and Pears stand out against Norwich
Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Aynsley Pears - 8 Swept up really well behind the defence. Norwich beat the offside trap on a few occasions but he was there to
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Blackburn Rovers fightback in tale of two halves against Norwich City
Blackburn Rovers fought back from a goal down to secure a much-needed point against Norwich City. The battle to avoid the Championship bottom three increased on Saturday with results elsewhere going against Rovers. That made their second-half fightback
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Historic grade II listed hall goes up for sale after 'upsetting' move to shut it
A Grade II listed building, once an activity centre for the Lancashire Girl Guides, has gone on sale for a guide price of more than £3Million. Waddow Hall, just outside of Clitheroe, is being marketed by Savills, after the national Girlguiding
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Calls for ceasefire intensify as people take to the streets again
The East Lancashire branch of Stop the War Coalition held another demonstration and march in Rawtenstall today (Saturday, February 24). The 2.2 mile march began at 1:15pm from Rawtenstall Market to Haslingden Memorial Gardens and lasted around
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Blackburn Rovers appoint former England youth coach to backroom staff
Blackburn Rovers have appointed Keith Downing to their coaching team. John Eustace hinted that he would like to add to his group after arriving with Matt Gardiner as his assistant manager. Downing worked with Eustace at Birmingham City and
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Blackburn Rovers 1-1 Norwich City RECAP: Points shared after Hyam equaliser
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Firefighters tackle car fire in the town centre
Firefighters tackled a car fire in the early hours on Yorkshire Street, Burnley. The shell of the black Mercedes was seen this morning on the town centre road. One fire engine from Lancashire Fire and Rescue attended the vehicle fire at 02
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Burglar's repeat break-ins forced salon owner to close down business
The owner of a Blackburn beauty salon closed her business after being subjected to a number of burglaries, and now a man has been before court to answer for the crimes. Talia Boardman told police the repeated attacks on her premises had caused
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5 of the best nail salons to try in Preston according to Google Reviews
Whether you’re a regular at a nail salon or you’re looking to try one out, there are plenty in Preston. To help you choose a nail salon, we’ve rounded up some of the best-rated ones in the city according to Google Reviews. All nail salons listed
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Here's what's in store at Blackburn Rovers community day
Blackburn Rovers are to set celebrate their annual #OneRovers Day in their game against Norwich City at Ewood Park. The club said there will be a range of activities taking place in the lead up to the game to raise awareness of #OneRovers Day,
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Accrington man pleads guilty to grievous bodily harm with intent
A man is to be sentenced after admitting causing grievous bodily harm to a woman. Christopher Wilson appeared at Burnley Crown Court on Thursday, February 22, via video link from HMP Durham, where he is currently on remand after being charged with
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Community clean-up in Burnley estates sees 20 tonnes of waste collected in a day
Around 20 tonnes of waste was collected from two estates in Burnley as part of an intensive deep clean in a wider effort to tackle littering and fly-tipping. A 28-strong team from Calico Homes, Burnley Borough Council, and the Community Payback
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5 of the best places to get a fry up in Blackpool according to Google Reviews
Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day and if you’re looking for the best in Blackpool, look no further. The meal can be sweet or savoury but if your taste buds need a full English breakfast, then you’re in luck. We’ve rounded
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Residents invited to major jobs fair in town centre
People wanting to find out more about jobs and career opportunities in the area are being urged to head down to King George’s Hall in Blackburn next week Blackburn with Darwen Employment Skills and Support Hub is hosting a Jobs and Skills Fair,
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Blackburn MP meets with Palestinian ambassador amid Gaza crisis
Blackburn MP Kate Hollern has met with Palestinian Ambassador to the UK, Husam Zomlot. The meeting came during a tumultuous week in parliament where the Speaker of the House, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, had to apologise for the handling of a vote calling
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From Emmerdale to ultimate courtroom drama Twelve Angry Men at the Lowry
The original film is widely recognised as a classic but Jason Merrells, who stars in a stage production of Twelve Angry Men which comes to the Lowry next week, is convinced that it remains as relevant and as thought-provoking as ever. Jason plays
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Train services between East Lancs and Settle-Carlisle line to return this summer
A train operator has confirmed the return of a popular tourist train service serving parts of East Lancashire. The Dales Rail train service previously ran on summer Sundays from Blackburn and Clitheroe to the Settle-Carlisle line at Hellifield.
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Training provider teams up with environment charity for tree planting project
An Accrington-based training provider has teamed up with an environmental charity to work on their Hyndburn TreeACTION project. Tutors and staff from North Lancs Training Group’s (NLTG) adult learning teams joined members of the Prospects Foundation
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10 death notices and funeral announcements from the Lancashire Telegraph
The Lancashire Telegraph has published 10 death notices in the last seven 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
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Why John Eustace wants the best of both worlds at Rovers
John Eustace hopes Rovers can find a healthy balance between being defensively resilient and offering quality in the final third. The side kept a first clean sheet in 17 games against Cardiff in midweek, although they struggled to carve out opportunities
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Crowds have gathered to welcome Princess Anne on royal visits to East Lancs
The news last week that Princess Anne is to visit Trawden in April sent us into the archives to pull out a few photos of previous visits she has made to East Lancashire. The princess has been a relatively regular visitor to the area over the
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Conspiracy to pervert the course of justice gang jailed for more than 23 years
The final four defendants involved in a conspiracy to pervert the course of justice which related to a ‘robbery’ have been jailed for more than 18 years. In November, seven men and a woman were convicted following an investigation into conspiracy
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More than 100 dangerous animals are being kept as pets in Lancashire - full list
187 private addresses across 126 local authorities in the UK hold licences to keep dangerous wild animals such as lions, tigers, crocodilians and venomous reptiles. This includes plenty in Lancashire from Wild Boar to Serval. There was even a Lynx
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Meet Lancs beauty queen and rocket scientist representing England at Miss World
A beauty queen from Skelmersdale could be named Miss World at a beauty pageant final, which takes place next month. Aerospace engineering graduate Jessica Gagen is one of 120 candidates competing in India for the Miss World title. During the
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Retired pervert police officer would have been sacked, says force
A retired chief inspector who downloaded indecent images of children while still serving in the force “would have been dismissed” had he still been working for Lancashire Constabulary, a misconduct hearing has concluded. Pervert Steven Sansbury
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Celebrations as East Lancashire college nominated for five awards
Students and staff at Burnley College are celebrating after reaching the finals for five categories at the Educate North Awards. The college’s nominations include the coveted Further Education College of the Year award, as well as the second time
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Here's how you can get FREE drinks at a Lancs casino this weekend
A Lancashire casino is offering free drinks this weekend as part of its Chinese New Year Celebrations. Grosvenor Casinos in Blackpool is extending the offer to anyone born in the Year of the Dragon. Those born in 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, or
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Children can take toy cars to surgery after 'thoughtful' donation
A restaurant has provided a fleet of toy cars for children to play with at Royal Blackburn Hospital. The donation by MyLahore was made to the charity of East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, ELHT&Me. If they are able to, children undergoing