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Homeowners renovating instead of relocating due to cost of living crisis
The double whammy of a depressed property market and the ongoing cost of living crisis means homeowners in the region are opting to renovate, not relocate, a new survey has revealed. According to research findings from insurance broker Lycetts,
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Blackburn Rovers player ratings: Wharton, Buckley and Pears heroic
Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Aynsley Pears - 9 Made a brilliant save to deny Gordon one-on-one. Then a remarkable double save in extra time. Another really
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Officer spots stolen motorbike near River Ribble
A police officer on patrol discovered a stolen motorbike stashed near the River Ribble. Police said, PCSO Prescott was on patrol in the Broadgate area and was notified of the motorbike stashed along the Guild Wheel route. A police spokesperson
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Blackburn Rovers dealt penalty heartbreak after magnificent Newcastle display
Blackburn Rovers were knocked out of the FA Cup in agonising fashion as they were beaten 4-3 on penalties by Newcastle United after a 1-1 draw at Ewood Park. John Eustace's side produced a phenomenal performance, pushing Premier League opposition
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Severe delays and miles of congestion on M6 following crash
There are long delays for drivers heading southbound on the M6 leading up to the junction at Preston and Blackburn. North West Highways said two lanes were closed between Junction 31 and Junction 30, following the crash. There were around 5
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Blackburn's AJ Odudu announces major change for new Celebrity Big Brother series
Celebrity Big Brother is returning to our screens in under a week as the show gets a reboot and fans can expect to see a big change to the series. The show will see a group of celebrities leave luxuries behind and head into the Big Brother House
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Four arrests after 'upsetting and unprovoked’ assault on child
Police have made four arrests after an ‘upsetting and unprovoked’ assault on a child in Kirkham. The assault was reported to the police who urged people not to share footage of the incident, which was filmed. A police spokesperson said: “We
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Signs go up as grand opening of landmark town centre restaurant nears
The signs have gone up outside and the interior has been fully renovated ready for the launch of Blackburn town centre's flagship new £400,000 Indian restaurant next week. Award-winning national chain Akbar’s is opening in the former Blakey's Bar
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Fans reminded over congestion and extra parking spots near Ewood
Drivers have been reminded about the extra congestion around Ewood Park before and after tonight’s big game. Blackburn Rovers take on Newcastle United in the FA Cup at 7.45pm and motorists heading to Darwen are being urged to allow extra time or
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Blackburn Rovers 1-1 Newcastle United RECAP: Rovers lose on penalties
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Pocket bully found malnourished with illegally cropped ears and bite marks
An abandoned and malnourished dog, with illegally cropped ears, has been found in Preston. The emaciated female pocket bully, who has been named Moana, was spotted by a member of the public in Moor Nook last Thursday (February 22). Concerned
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Labour accused of 'screwing' residents with maximum council tax rise
Blackburn with Darwen's Labour leadership was accused of 'screwing residents' as the borough's budget meeting approved a 4.99 per cent increase it its portion of the council tax. The authority's finance boss Cllr Vicky McGurk said the government's
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Police renew appeal in murder probe after father-of-three shot outside gym
Police investigating the murder of Lenny Scott have renewed their appeal for information. The 33-year-old father-of-three was shot outside a gym on Peel Road in Skelmersdale on Thursday, 8 February. Detectives previously released a map showing
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Arrest made after officers discover 'substantial' cannabis grow
Officer have arrested a man following the discovery of a 'substantial' cannabis grow in Chorley. On Monday police raided a property on Ashfield Road following a tip off from the members of the public. Once inside, they discovered around 200
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Woman denies running over ex in car and stalking his new partner
A woman has appeared in court following an incident outside a Great Harwood pub on Saturday night, when a man was hit by a car. Blackburn Magistrates' Court were told Shula Baron was the driver of the car and the injured man, Ashley Riley, was
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Arrest made after reports of 'firearms discharge' which closed three roads
A man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm following the closure of three roads close to Preston city centre. Officers were called at around 9am today (February 27) to reports of a firearm discharge around the London Road area
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Ashley Westwood on Burnley exit and loving life in MLS
Ashley Westwood was on the brink of retirement at Burnley but the rejuvenated midfielder now wants to play into his forties as he lives the American dream with Charlotte FC. In April 2022, the distraught 33-year-old suffered a devastating ankle
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Investigation launched to determine cause of commercial building fire
An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of a fire in Oswaldtwistle. Two fire engines were called to the scene on New Lane at around 11.20pm on Monday (February 26) and remained at the scene for just over an hour. No injuries
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Blackburn Rovers predicted team with fitness dilemmas against Newcastle United
Here's The Lancashire Telegraph's best guess on how Rovers might line-up against Newcastle United in the FA Cup. Goalkeeper Aynsley Pears will keep his place in goal with Eustace looking to name a strong team against Premier League opposition
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County council latest to approve maximum hike in council tax
Lancashire County Council has confirmed it will increase council tax bills by the maximum permitted amount this year. The authority’s members voted by a majority to approve the 4.99 per cent rise, which will add between £52 and £157 to the charge
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Unusual view down Church Street shows Thwaites Arcade entrance
An unusual view of Blackburn from 1964. You are looking down Church Street towards Salford. On the left you can see the entrance to the much-missed Thwaites Arcade which would be demolished in 1971. Does anyone remember the snack bar on
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Former nursery to become flats after change of use plans approved
A former nursery which closed down last year is set to be turned into flats after plans were approved. Rossendale House in York Street, Clitheroe, was once a nursery and prior to that a large family house. The building is now set to become
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Man who was twice drink drive limit crashed into parked car causing major damage
A drunk pickup truck driver was more than two times over the limit when his vehicle crashed into a woman's car causing one of his wheels to come off. Blackburn magistrates heard driver Seth Kirkbride was heavily intoxicated and said he was going
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Fines dished out to Lancashire drivers using phone at the wheel DOUBLE
The number of fines dished-out to drivers in Lancashire for using their mobile phones at the wheel has doubled following an update to the law. Home Office figures show Lancashire Constabulary handed out 756 fixed penalty notices (FPN) to people
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Rovers vs Newcastle FA Cup clash set to attract biggest crowd of the year
Around 20,000 have been sold for the fifth round FA cup tie between Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United tonight. Rovers take on the Premier League's Magpies, who booked their trip to Lancashire with a 2-0 win away to Fulham in the last round,
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Man who's been on run for weeks still wanted by police in East Lancashire
This week's list of most wanted men from across East Lancashire includes one man who has been on the run for weeks, and one who has appeared on our list in the not too recent past. One is wanted for failing to appear in court for theft offences
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'People see improvement': New movement sessions for neurological conditions
New dance and movement sessions for people with neurological conditions will be launched in East Lancashire this March. LPM Dance, which runs flagship classes for people with Parkinson’s, has received a grant for its Neuro-Moves programme from
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East Lancashire swimming spot set to be designated as bathing water site
Five swimming spots across East Lancashire and Cumbria are set to be designated as bathing water sites ahead of the warmer months. The spots, which include the River Ribble at Edisford Bridge in the Ribble Valley, will also benefit from regular
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'I am proud of our community': Rossendale's first junior Parkrun a success
Organisers of Rossendale's first junior Parkrun are looking to arrange more in other public parks in the borough due to its success. Since November, every Sunday youngsters have been completing three laps of a pre-set course around Victoria Park
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East Lancashire businessman becomes patron of ex-forces personnel business
An East Lancashire businessman has joined the patron scheme of a company providing accommodation and support to ex-servicemen and women. Healthier Heroes in Burnley was established as a community interest company in 2018 to help those that served
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Bullying in Church of England has left Archdeacon of Blackburn 'in tears'
Stories of bullying by lay members in the Church of England has left the Archdeacon of Blackburn “in tears”. The Rev. Mark Ireland said he had cried hearing the stories of bullying experienced by others, which has left people in “total misery”
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Teens ‘with large catapult’ cause £1k worth of damage at Blackburn Foodbank
Blackburn Foodbank has fallen victim to “mindless vandalism” after teenagers caused around £1,000 worth of damage. At around 7.20pm on Saturday, February 17, several windows of the Oakenhurst Road site were damaged. According to police, two
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Blackburn venue named ‘best community pub in Lancs’ after award shortlist
The landlady of a Blackburn pub is “delighted” after it was revealed as one of the best community pubs in the UK. The Clifton Arms has been shortlisted as a finalist in PubAid’s Community Pub Hero Awards. The pub was nominated by landlady Carole
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Blackburn Rovers using 'nothing-to-lose' mentality to cause Newcastle upset
Kyle McFadzean insists the pressure is on Newcastle United with Blackburn Rovers ready to try and cause an FA Cup upset. The Magpies travel to Ewood Park on Tuesday night with a place in the fifth round up for grabs. Rovers dumped out West Ham
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Closures announced as bus station set to undergo three week refurbishment
Burnley Bus Station is set to undergo a refurbishment in the coming weeks and closure details have been announced. The male and female toilets at the bus station are set to be closed for refurbishment. The work is set to take place from Monday
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Blackburn car dealership sold for £600k with new car company to move in
A Blackburn car dealership has been sold after the previous owner moved into a new location and joined two other franchises earlier last year. Perrys Blackburn Mazda moved into a new location with 'more modern facilities to better serve customers
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'A jewel of music': Blackburn Cathedral to showcase forgotten compositions
Works from a British composer who spent a lot of time in East Lancashire will be played 'for the first time in living memory' at Blackburn Cathedral. The concert, ‘Uncovered Treasures – Bairstow in Blackburn', will showcase some of Sir Edward Bairstow
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Delight as student named 'Community Captain' by Premier League club
A student at an East Lancashire college has been named as a Premier League football club’s community captain, as part of the league’s ‘More Than a Game’ campaign. Seventeen-year-old Jamaal Sajid, an A-Level student at Nelson and Colne College,
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Lancashire vet becomes first female to complete Atlantic Dash challenge
A vet from Lancashire has become the first female to complete a 3,200 miles Atlantic Dash challenge. Anna Williams, 29, from Croston near Chorley, was part of the four-strong Brightsides rowing team which completed the unassisted crossing from
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Two East Lancashire businesses named and shamed for failing to pay minimum wage
Two East Lancashire businesses have been named and shamed by the government for failing to pay their workers the minimum wage. In the latest round up of employers being named by the government for failing to pay their lowest paid staff the minimum
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Jail for Blackburn bus smash teen who sped through streets at 100mph
A teenager who told police and paramedics he’d been speeding through the streets of Blackburn at 100mph before he smashed his car into a bus full of people has been jailed. Hasnain Choudry was already subject to a suspended sentence order and had been
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Touching moment Turkish superstar meets super fan Adil
Turkish superstar Burak Ozcivit was swamped by fans as he launched his designer fragrance in Blackburn. Ozcivit was welcomed to a packed MyLahore Glass Marquee at the Stanley House Hotel in Mellor on Saturday. He was in town as part of a two-day