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Veteran Independent councillor joins borough's Conservative group
Independent Burnley councillor Neil Mottershead has joined the borough's Conservative group. Originally elected as a Liberal Democrat he joined the now dissolved Burnley and Padiham Independent group. Cllr Mottershead has represented Gannow
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Envelope firm's £2 millon machine to deliver 20 new jobs
A long-established Blackburn envelope manufacturer has invested more than £2 million in a new state-of-the-art machine creating at least 20 jobs. The hi-tech paper slitting device is the latest modernisation move by Heritage Envelopes as its Davyfield
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March to begin with sleet and snow across Lancashire
Heavy snow is forecast in parts of Lancashire on the first day of March. The mild winter is to be interrupted with a cold snap over the weekend which will see sleet and snow in many parts of the region. Thursday is generally looking dry and
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Alan Shearer's treats, tennis balls and Blackburn Rovers moments missed
It was a special night under the lights at Ewood Park, even if Blackburn Rovers didn't get the result that they wanted. John Eustace's side pushed Newcastle all the way to penalties, eventually losing 4-3 in a dramatic and pulsating FA Cup tie.
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Another council puts up tax by maximum while giving councillors pay rise
Burnley councillors have been the latest to vote to increase the authority's share of the council tax by the maximum permitted 2.99 per cent. A two-hour meeting confirmed the increase proposed by the ruling coalition of the Burnley Independent
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Woman seriously injured in Bury 'house explosion' as residents express shock
A woman in her 70s was taken to hospital with serious injuries after an explosion at a house in Fishpool this morning, Wednesday - with residents expressing their shock. Emergency services were sent to Nelson Street following the incident, which
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Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker praise Blackburn Rovers after Newcastle display
Alan Shearer felt Blackburn Rovers were the better team against Newcastle United and insists they will have no fear about relegation if they can replicate that display. Rovers took the Magpies all the way to penalties in the fifth round of the
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Fans excited as Jordan North ‘signed up by Celebrity Big Brother’
Celebrity Big Brother has revealed three celebrities that will play a key part in this year’s series – but they won’t be housemates. Burnley radio presenter Jordan North, Bury-born actor Layton Williams and former Strictly Come Dancing professional
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Arte et Labore: FA Cup heartbreak and Eustace's first five at Blackburn Rovers
The latest episode of Arte et Labore is out after Blackburn Rovers produced a seismic effort against Newcastle United. Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson is joined by Ryan Hildred to reflect on a enthralling game at Ewood Park. They pick through all
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Marathon meeting sees another borough approve maximum council tax rise
Hyndburn councillors have agreed to increase the authority's share of the council tax by the maximum permitted 2.99 per cent at a marathon meeting. The three-hour debate at Accrington Town Hall on Tuesday night also saw eight Labour-inspired amendments
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Blackburn chef returns to BBC's Great British Menu for another shot at trophy
A Blackburn-born chef appeared on the Great British Menu on Tuesday night (February 27) and one dish received a perfect score. Kirk Haworth is once again competing for the crown on the BBC cookery show, after appearing on the programme in 2021.
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Developers told to 'get cracking' building new Lancashire magistrates court
Plans for a multi-million-pound new magistrates court in Blackpool have got the go-ahead with calls made for developers to “get cracking” with the scheme. Blackpool Council’s Planning Committee unanimously approved an application to build a three-storey
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Blackburn Rovers performance has given John Eustace the thing he needs most
They always say actions speak louder than words. Well, Blackburn Rovers fans just gave supporters something to get behind for the final 12 Championship games. The John Eustace era is well and truly off the ground after a stunning performance against
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Martin Furber mental health column: Eating disorders advice and help
This week is Eating Disorders Awareness Week. There are a lot of myths and misunderstandings around eating disorders, and there is also a lot of help available out there, so I thought this would be the perfect week to talk about them. While
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Free Palestine protester allegedly assaulted by councillor during meeting
A council meeting descended into chaos last night as a Free Palestine protester was allegedly assaulted by a serving councillor. In a video sent to the Lancashire Telegraph, Councillor Craige Southern, who represents Croston, Mawdesley and Euxton
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Man in his 30s dies in hospital after crash in early hours of the morning
A man has died after he crashed his car into a stationary vehicle in the early hours of this morning. The man, in his 30s, crashed his red Vauxhall Corsa into a parked Range Rover Evoque. Police were called at around 12.15am this morning (February
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Lancashire MP's five week Commons ban approved for breaching lobbying rules
Lancashire MP Scott Benton has been suspended from the House of Commons for 35 days, opening the path to another by-election. MPs approved a motion to suspend the MP for Blackpool South from the Commons for five weeks, who was elected as a Conservative
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Man to appear in court over assault allegations on canal towpath
A man has been summonsed to appear in court following an incident in Barnoldswick in November. Leigh Andrew Fullard, from Nelson, will appear at Blackburn Magistrates' Court in May for two counts of assault and one count of using threatening behaviour
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Eddie Howe praises Blackburn Rovers after admitting Newcastle United 'relief'
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe admitted Blackburn Rovers made it 'really tough' for his side after forcing the FA Cup fifth-round tie to penalties. Martin Dubraka was the hero for the Magpies as he saved Dom Hyam's decisive spot-kick to send
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Blackburn Rovers injury update on Sam Gallagher and Sondre Tronstad
John Eustace revealed Sam Gallagher was taken off as a precaution whilst Sondre Tronstad could return against Swansea City. The Blackburn Rovers striker was withdrawn at half-time in the 1-1 draw against Newcastle United on Tuesday night. Rovers
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Burnley Tory leader backs Lee Anderson after Islamophobia suspension
The leader of the Conservatives in Burnley has said MP Lee Anderson should not have been suspended over Islamophobic comments directed at Mayor Sadiq Khan. Ashfield MP Lee Anderson, a former Tory party deputy chair, was reprimanded over the weekend
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Experts call for motorway driving to become mandatory in lessons and tests
Motoring experts are calling for a change to be made to driving lessons in the UK. Currently, driving on the motorway is not mandatory during lessons or on the official test which determines whether learners are fit to drive on the roads. The
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'I can't knock their effort' - Coleman reacts to Walsall defeat
Stanley boss John Coleman admitted his side were second-best at Walsall - but felt they were unlucky with a couple of major decisions. Jack Nolan put the Reds ahead against his former club, but the Saddlers hit back through on-loan defenders David
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Northern announce fresh strike action affecting services this weekend
Train operator Northern has warned of more strikes in the upcoming days affecting the service across its network. Northern serves stations in East Lancashire and beyond, including Blackburn, Accrington, Burnley, Preston and Blackpool. Tomorrow
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Three fire engines called out to house fire, cause now under investigation
Firefighters were called out to a house fire in Accrington yesterday evening (February 27). Three fire engines were called to the scene on Whalley Road at around 4.40pm. The cause of the fire is now under investigation. A fire service spokesperson
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'Stupid' man high on cocaine and cannabis took police on 80mph pursuit
A police pursuit during which speeds of 80mph were reached in mainly residential areas came to an end when a stinger was deployed. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Jehangir Ashraf tested positive for cocaine and was also found in possession of
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Armed police swooped on hospital after man pulled gun out in cafe
Police were called after a man was spotted in the café at Royal Blackburn Hospital with what appeared to be a handgun. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard tactical armed officers were deployed to the hospital where one of them overpowered Ninian
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Location for new banking hub in Darwen confirmed after all branches close
Residents in Darwen will now be able to meet staff from five different banks at a ‘Banking Hub’ in the town centre, after its location was confirmed. Cash Access UK has confirmed the Banking Hub in Darwen will be located at 16 Market Street.
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Fewer than 30 major banks remaining in East Lancs according to new analysis
Fewer than 30 major high street banks remain in towns across East Lancashire as the rate of their closure continues at a rapid rate. New research by Which? shows banks and building societies have closed 5,835 branches across the country since January
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Motor company successfully launches its own in-house training scheme
A Blackburn company has set up its own in-house training scheme after struggling to recruit new technicians into its vehicle preparation centre. Hippo Motor Group has launched the training academy in a bid to fill the widening skills gaps in the
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Free Blackburn Salvation Army concert will feature star of ITV's Vera
The Blackburn Salvation Army Band will host a free concert to raise funds for the Alzheimer's Society. The concert takes place on Saturday, March 2, from 7pm at the Blackburn Salvation Army on Vicar Street. Vocalist Emily Kathryn, of ITV’s
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Woman living on liquid diet ‘wished for lethal injection’ due to agonising locked jaw
A woman from Helmshore has opened up about the reality of living with her ‘locked jaw’ condition, which has left her in excruciating pain. Lauren Bolton has late stage temporomandibular joint disease, a degenerative condition of the jaw joints
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Two bedroom terraced house earmarked for 'crisis' children's home
PLANS have been submitted to turn a Darwen terraced house into a 'crisis' home for a child with emotional or behavioural difficulties. Associated Wellbeing propose to convert 251 Blackburn Road for the purpose. It wants to turn the two-bedroomed
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This East Lancashire nursery is set to close in March
A nursery in Rishton has announced that it will be closing in March. Tree Toppers Nursery, on Henry Street, told the Lancashire Telegraph that it will be closing on March 15. Families and staff have been offered alternative placement at neighbouring
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Emergency or exercise, Accrington's 'Food Flying Squad' was on call
The war may have ended more than a decade earlier but in 1957 there was still a Civil Defence Force. And Accrington played a key role in supporting it. For the town was the base for the wonderfully named Food Flying Squad which was in
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New Burger King drive-thru for Blackburn Tesco approved
A major supermarket on an East Lancashire town centre gateway is to get a new fast food 'drive thru' restaurant. Tesco has been given planning permission to add a Burger King unit to the car park of the firm's store in Hill Street, Blackburn.
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I fought for my diabetes tech, and the difference to my control was amazing
65-year-old Lynn Whitworth from North Wales was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 34 years ago. The condition has existed in her family for the past two generations. Lynn said: “Both my parents lived with type 2 diabetes as well as one of my grandparents
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No holiday flat inside exclusive gated community after plans knocked back
An application to turn an office space into holiday accommodation to be rented out on Airbnb has been refused by the council. An extension to The Conference Centre in Brockhall Village was approved in 2018 and work was completed last year, which
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‘Tough’ six-year-old girl recovering from liver transplant after 18-month wait
A six-year-old girl is recovering in hospital after a liver transplant. Ivy Reed was diagnosed with a rare metabolic disorder, Propionic acidemia, when she was just two weeks old. Ivy, who also has non-verbal autism, was on the waiting list
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New Tesco opens after taking over former 200-year-old East Lancs pub
A new Tesco store has opened in Baxenden and it has taken over the site of a former pub. The Tesco Express opened on Manchester Road earlier this month. It has taken over the site of the former Bay Horse pub, which is thought to date back 200
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East Lancashire college announces launch of dance academy
An East Lancashire college has announced the opening of its new dance academy. The launch event for Burnley College’s BC Juniors Dance Academy will be this Saturday (March 2) from 10am to 1pm at the college’s on-site gym, Fitness Evolution.
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Work to build 73 new homes on mill site has begun
Work to build 73 new homes on a former fire ravaged Burnley mill site has begun. The project, led by social housing group, Together Housing, is being carried out alongside building contractors Countryside Partnerships (part of Vistry Group) and
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Blind man jailed for breaching restraining order after ex-partner contacted him
A blind man who was handed a suspended sentence and restraining order after subjecting his former girlfriend and a police officer to a tirade of abusive phone calls, has been jailed. Jason Cocker was handed 68 weeks in prison suspended for 24 months
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John Eustace's verdict on gutwrenching Blackburn Rovers penalty defeat
John Eustace outlined his pride in Blackburn Rovers' heroic performance against Newcastle United after a heartbeaking penalty defeat. Rovers lost 4-3 on spot-kicks after a pulsating FA Cup tie at Ewood Park. Sam Szmodics produced a dramatic equaliser