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Kompany believes Burnley can still do ‘something special’ this season
Vincent Kompany has told his Burnley players they still have the opportunity to do something special this season as they attempt an increasingly unlikely escape from relegation trouble. The Clarets go into Saturday’s home match against Brentford
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Police release CCTV image of two males wanted over assault
Police have released a CCTV image of two males they believe can help with an assault investigation. The assault is believed to have happened somewhere in Pendle but police have not yet released any details about where or when the assault happened
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Lancashire Constabulary joins other forces to launch new anti-corruption line
Lancashire Constabulary is joining every police force in the UK to launch the Police Anti-Corruption and Abuse Reporting Service. The new line, run by Crimestoppers, was launched today, Thursday (March 14). Since 2022, forces have been working
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Two Lancashire men jailed for connection to global drug conspiracy
Two Lancashire men are among nine to have been jailed after an investigation into a drug dealer in the Lake District revealed organised crime networks across the country and abroad. Thomas Whittaker, 42, and Michael Evans, 36, were found guilty
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Police renew appeal to find wanted Blackburn man
Police are continuing to appeal for information to help find a wanted Blackburn man. Ashley Barratt, 35, is wanted for failing to comply with notification requirements and on recall to prison. Police have released two new CCTV images of Barratt
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Blackburn Rovers team news with positive updates on four players
Blackburn Rovers will have Aynsley Pears fit to return in goal against Middlesbrough whilst Joe Rankin-Costello, Hayden Carter and Sondre Tronstad are expected back after the international break. John Eustace has been without his number one goalkeeper
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John Eustace on Blackburn Rovers' ownership noise in fight for survival
John Eustace has not spoken to club officials about Venky's delayed court hearing and insists Blackburn Rovers are only focused on staying in the Championship. The owner's application to push through funding for Blackburn Rovers has been adjourned
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Detectives investigating Lancashire murder make further arrests
Detectives investigating the murder of Lenny Scott in Lancashire have made further arrests. A murder investigation was launched after 33-year-old Lenny was shot outside a gym in Peel Road, Skelmersdale, on Thursday, February 8. A 63-year-old
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Men force their way into house and assault occupants in aggravated burglary
A group men forced their way into a house and assaulted the occupants during an aggravated burglary in Nelson. Officers were called shortly before 10.30am on Tuesday (March 12) to a property in Hargreaves Street to reports that the men had forced
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Sam Szmodics' Ireland dream moves closer after international recognition
Sam Szmodics has been recalled into the Republic of Ireland squad for their upcoming doubleheader. The Blackburn Rovers top-scorer spoke at length last week about his desire to return to the international set-up after the departure of Stephen Kenny
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Man 'pulled his pants down' in front of girls close to park
A 58-year-old who indecently exposed himself in front of children playing in woods has been jailed. On Saturday (March 9), Alan Mercer asked girls to stand guard while he went to urinate. Having then told the victims he had finished, they
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Venky's court hearing for Blackburn Rovers funding delayed again
Venkateshwara Hatcheries Private Limited's application to push through funding for Blackburn Rovers has been delayed until August 20. Venky's have been using the High Court of Delhi to send money over to the club after the parent company was placed
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Nearly £150,000 seized and 17 arrests in County Lines crackdown
Nearly £150,000 has been seized and 17 people arrested as part of an intensive operation to snare 'County Lines' drug dealers in East Lancashire. Police conducted 11 warrants at properties across the area - one home even had a door mat bearing
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People who sleep through fare inspections could be slapped with £100 fine
Northern has issued a warning to would-be fare dodgers on its network who attempt to sleep through ticket inspections, as such behaviour could result in a £100 penalty fare. The train operator has spoken out ahead of World Sleep Day, which is
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Women seriously injured following multi-vehicle crash
A woman has suffered serious injuries in a multi-vehicle a crash on the M65 near Blackburn. Police were called shortly after 7pm yesterday (Wednesday, March 13) following a report of a crash between three vehicles on the Eastbound carriageway
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‘Remarkable’ efforts of fire crews and staff save animals after farm barn fire
Staff and fire crews have been praised for their efforts to save animals after a large fire broke out at Mrs Dowson's Farm Park. The fire was eventually brought under control in the early hours of Tuesday (March 13) by eight fire engines from Lancashire
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Eight fire crews tackle blaze at building
Eight fire crews from across Lancashire were called to a major fire in Blackpool overnight. The incident happened on Havelock Street just before 2am. Fire teams from Blackpool, St Annes, Bispham, South Shore, Fleetwood and Fulwood, a drone
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Pregnant sheep with severe injuries dies after ‘dog attack’ at walking spot
A farmer has urged people to keep their dogs on leads after a suspected dog attack in Burnley. A ewe, who was pregnant, had to be euthanised after being left with severe injuries after an attack at a popular walking area. The badly injured
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Pizzeria taking over former nightclub – and Monster Munch toppings are on menu
A pizza restaurant and takeaway is set to open in March - but it is not your run-of-the-mill pizzeria. Tribeca, on St James Row, is set to officially open at the end of March. Pizzas and cocktails will be available and visitors can also play shuffleboard
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Unusual view of Mill Hill but where was the photographer?
We think this photo might have been taken from a church tower - perhaps the original clock had been removed leaving the ornate circular window. Taken in 1964, you are looking over the Mill Hill area of Blackburn - a time when the mills were
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'It was a huge success': Northern Soul legend celebrates fundraiser in Whalley
A music legend who is described as 'The Queen of Northern Soul' returned to East Lancashire last weekend for a fundraiser concert celebrating 60 years of her hit song, "Tainted Love". Gloria Jones sang the original version of "Tainted Love", and
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Faces of gang who sought to flood East Lancs with drugs revealed
The faces of 10 of the men who were part of a group who sought to flood Accrington and Rossendale with class A drugs can now be shared after police released their custody photos. The group, who were headed up by “mastermind” Waqaas Khan from his
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Burnley drug addict turned class A drug dealer sentenced
A Burnley drug addict has been sentenced for intent to supply Class A's after he profited nearly £3,000 over two years from other drug addicts. Assim Rafiq, 29, of Townley Street, was arrested at his address on July 29, 2021. Burnley Crown
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'The phone didn't ring' - Sam Szmodics lifts lid on Ireland frustrations
Sam Szmodics is hopeful he will finally get his Ireland debut after lifting the lid on his international frustrations. The Blackburn Rovers star has been in phenomenal form this season, plundering 27 goals in all competitions and leading the Championship
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MP calls for ‘Homes for Palestine’ following Ukraine scheme success
Blackburn MP Kate Hollern has backed calls for a scheme to take in refugees from Gaza to the UK, following on from the successful Homes for Ukraine scheme. Labour’s Ms Hollern signed a letter addressed to the Home Secretary James Cleverly, which
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Pub of the Week: The Clog and Billycock
Every week we love to shine the spotlight on some of the best local venues that the borough has to offer, in our Pub of the Week feature. This week we have chosen a fantastic local Blackburn pub, with a great selection of cask ales, amazing food
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East Lancashire Hospice unveil new look for charity shops
Staff at East Lancashire Hospice have announced their shops have recently undergone a transformation to display the charity's identity more clearly. The charity shops in Great Harwood, Wilpshire, and Clitheroe have recently been revamped, moving
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Paedophile who failed to register devices became 'abusive to police'
A paedophile who was caught with indecent images of children as young as three has failed to register devices that could access the internet, and refused to give the police the passwords to them. In 2015, Robert William Esson, 39, of Back Lane,
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Family's hope for answers after death of grandmother in 'distressing circumstances'
A devastated daughter is hoping for answers at an inquest into the death of a grandmother who 'was the heart of the family.' Described by loved ones as previously fiercely independent, Doreen Pilling suffered a severe fall in September 2023 which
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Player Kings allows Ian McKellen to give masterclass in Shakespeare
For many actors the chance to play the lead role in any play by Shakespeare is often a dream come true. Not only did Richard Coyle get this opportunity he was told that it would be for two plays being abridged and performed as one for the first
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The Yorkshire town with terraced homes ‘worth £100k more than in East Lancashire'
Campaigners for the return of a Colne-Skipton railway link say their business case is now stronger than ever – but they need serious support from politicians to champion the proposal at government-level. The Skipton-East Lancashire Railway Action
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Boy's kind gesture at football match inspires new sci-fi book, 'Five'
The kind hearted gesture of a young football fan who found a £5 note at a stadium and returned it, is the inspiration behind a new sci-fi sports story. Adam Bhana, whose dad, Mo grew up in Preston, was at the John Smith's Stadium to see the Huddersfield
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How East Lancs audio firm helped bring Oscar-winning Oppenheimer to life
An audio firm in Burnley has helped bring the soundtrack of an Oscar-winning film to life. Equipment produced by AMS Neve, founded by Mark Crabtree, has helped create the soundtracks for several Oscar-winning movies over the years including Christopher
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Construction begins on £12m sports and leisure centre
Construction has begun on a £12 million state-of-the-art leisure and sports complex in Clayton-le-Moors. Councillors and officers from Hyndburn Borough Council met with clubs and leisure developers from Alliance Leisure and the ISG construction
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One-of-a-kind costumes and live music promised when FREE parade comes to town
A free parade is coming to Accrington this April and it’s set to be a celebration of local art and performance. This spring, Accrington is set to burst into life with a free parade of music and costumes made by local people. The parade, which
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UK’s best pies revealed at British Pie Awards – and some are in East Lancs
Four pie businesses in East Lancashire have been praised at the British Pie Awards 2024, which are a celebration of “one of Britain’s most important contribution to international cuisine.” The Pie Hole in Darwen, Mark's Artisan Bakery in Clitheroe
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Care home worker jailed for grooming young girl back in court for like offence
A care home worker who was jailed for 12 months in 2022 after she sent graphic sexual images to, and inappropriately touched a 16-year-old girl under her care, has been back before the courts for a similar historic offence. On Tuesday (March 12
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Consultation over Ribble Valley cemetery where babies are buried
The Bishop of Blackburn is looking at public views over changing the religious status of burial land where children were laid to rest during the Second World War. The Mayor of Ribble Valley Council, Coun Mark Hindle, has spoken about the condition
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Fans can play at Ewood Park alongside club legends
Blackburn Rovers are giving fans the chance to play at Ewood Park alongside club legends and support the club’s official charity. ‘Football Aid in the Community’ is being hosted specifically for supporters and those who want to experience playing