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Coleman's verdict on Wrexham defeat and Shipley red card
John Coleman was left ruing a couple of "totally avoidable" goals as his Stanley side were beaten 4-0 at Wrexham. Paul Mullin netted a first-half hat trick, with Elliot Lee wrapping up the result on the stroke of half time. Tommy Leigh and
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Why Semir Telalovic missed Blackburn Rovers' defeat to Swansea City
Semir Telalovic missed Blackburn Rovers’ defeat to Swansea City with illness whilst Ryan Hedges and Sondre Tronstad will be assessed ahead of Millwall. John Eustace’s side slipped to another defeat away from home, their seventh in their last nine
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John Eustace verdict on Blackburn Rovers defeat and fight for survival
John Eustace felt Blackburn Rovers were worthy of a point at Swansea City but admitted a slow start proved costly. Rovers are now just one point above the Championship relegation zone after falling to a seven defeat in league away games. The overall
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Blackburn Rovers player ratings: Moran struggles as first-half proves costly
Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Aynsley Pears - 7 Didn't have many saves to make but made a crucial block to stop Yates from winning the game for Swansea. First
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Blackburn Rovers' relegation concerns grow after Swansea City defeat
Blackburn Rovers are just one point above the Championship relegation zone after another away defeat, this time losing 2-1 at Swansea City. John Eustace is now without a win in six league matches as head coach as a terrible first half an hour proved
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Warning issued after vehicles driven in 'noisy and dangerous manner'
Police have warned drivers they have set up extra patrols following concerns of anti-social behaviour including motorists doing "doughnuts". Officers said they had received a number of complaints of young drivers "causing issues at Barrow Brook
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Swansea City 2-1 Blackburn Rovers RECAP: Hosts hang on for the points
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How to watch Line of Duty's Vicky McClure discuss dementia on Crimewatch Live
Line of Duty and Trigger Point star Vicky McClure is due to talk about dementia on an episode of BBC’s Crimewatch Live. The 40-year-old has long campaigned for awareness and help for the condition that causes issues with memory loss, movement and
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Man involved in serious crash suffered 'medical episode'
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a serious crash in Preston which has left a man fighting for his life. The incident happened at 8.25am yesterday, Friday, March 1, on Garstang Road, Fulwood and involved a Tesla model
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Abusive drunkard threatened to 'set the dogs on' police during arrest
A drunken man who was asked by a neighbour to keep the noise down because he was frightening her child responded by punching her window. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard when police turned up at the home of Sean Rigby he threatened to set the
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15 death notices and funeral announcements from the Lancashire Telegraph
The Lancashire Telegraph has published 15 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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Look inside this church transformed into apartments with gym and pool
This property on Cannon Street in Accrington might look like an ordinary church, but it is far from it. Cannon Street Church, which dates back to the 19th century, has been transformed into an apartment complex, Spire Court Apartments, and one
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Dramatic photos record serious flooding in East Lancashire in the Sixties
In recent weeks East Lancashire has certainly had its fair share of heavy rain. And we are constantly hearing stories about how climate change means that will will have to get used to more incidents of extreme weather. But actually they
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Celebrity Big Brother ‘line-up revealed’ - including famous faces from East Lancs
Celebrity Big Brother is set to return to our screens next week and rumours have been flying about which famous faces are set to take part. Some East Lancashire celebrities, including Darwen TikTok star Max Balegde, have been mentioned as part
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Pupils and parents celebrate 'amazing' new forest school area
Pupils, staff and parents have celebrated the opening of a new outdoor forest school area in Barnoldswick. The grand opening at Salterforth Primary School was also graced by the Mayor of Pendle, Councillor Brian Newman, governors, families and
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How to donate towards the Salvation Army's emergency clothing scheme
The Salvation Army in Blackburn has launched a new emergency clothing scheme for people who are homeless. The scheme allows The Salvation Army to provide clothing packages to people who use its homeless drop-in service at Phoenix Hub, located in
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Just under 20,000 crimes committed in Blackburn with Darwen in 2023
There were just under 20,000 recorded crimes in Blackburn with Darwen in 2023, according to police data. Throughout last year we used figures from police.uk to work out the number of each crime type committed in the borough each month, and map
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Blackburn Rovers predicted team with changes and absentees at Swansea City
Here's The Lancashire Telegraph's best guess on how Rovers might line-up against Swansea City in the Championship. Goalkeeper Aynsley Pears was again in top form against Newcastle and will be between the sticks again. His run of good performances
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Shoplifter struck at Asda just two days after release from prison
A SHOPLIFTER who fled from a store through the fire exit didn't realise he was being watched by two police officers who were standing at the front door. Blackburn magistrates heard Ryan Williams was caught and detained before he got off the car
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Tech firm bolsters support for East Lancashire women’s football team
A tech consultancy firm has bolstered its support for an East Lancashire women’s football team as the club seeks more sponsors to aid their campaign going forward. Sundown Solutions continue to show their support for their local community by extending
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Ewood Park among iconic venues to host Open Iftar
Blackburn Rovers' Ewood Park will be among the iconic UK venues to host an Open Iftar event this Ramadan. The Ramadan Tent Project have unveiled a list of venues across London, Birmingham, Newcastle, Manchester and Belfast. Open Iftar invites
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Couple submit plans to turn former country estate barn into home
A couple have applied to the council to turn a disused barn that was once part of a country estate into a home. Kiln Lane Barn, in Gisburn Road, Sawley, is owned by John and Zoe Weare and was formerly part of the Gisburn Cotes Hall Estate.
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Three-day beer and gin festival returning to Blackburn - this is when
Blackburn Beer and Gin Festival is set to return this spring - and organisers promise 'an unforgettable weekend.' The three-day festival, featuring a line-up of more than 60 real ales provided by Bowland Brewery and a dedicated gin bar for spirit
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From Coronation Street and Strictly, Ellie Leach is now Miss Scarlett in Cluedo 2
For Strictly Come Dancing champion and former Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach and ex Heartbeat and Casualty actor Jason Durr, the chance to play Miss Scarlett and Colonel Mustard in Cluedo 2 – The Next Chapter were roles they both simply couldn
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Sadness as town centre Body Shop store to close within days
The Blackburn Body Shop Store is set to close within days staff have been told. The skincare and cosmetics chain announced it will shut another 75 UK stores within the next six weeks, with the loss of 489 jobs. The Blackburn store, which takes
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'Builders' deny fraud charges after being accused of ripping off customers
Two ‘builders’ are to stand trial after being accused of ripping off customers in Blackburn and Darwen. Kenny Morphet and Kenny Mortimer appeared at Preston Crown Court on Thursday (February 29) charged with two counts of fraud by false representation
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Council to decide on ‘monstrous carbuncle’ wedding venue after hundreds object
Developers who want to build what has been described by objectors as a ‘monstrous carbuncle’ wedding venue in Pendle will finally receive a decision on approval or refusal at a meeting on Monday. Hundreds of objections have been lodged since December
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Tyson the husky looking for forever home after spending half life at Bleakholt
An East Lancashire animal sanctuary is on the hunt for a forever home for one of its rescue dogs who has spent almost half his life at the institution. Husky-cross Tyson has spent 381 days at Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary in Edenfield, and at the