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Teens led police on chase after Seat Leon car stolen from dealership
Two teenagers led police on a chase after a car was stolen from a dealership in Clifton. Police were called on March 18, after reports a Seat Leon vehicle was taken from a car dealership, on Blackpool Road. At around 4.30pm, officers stopped
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Renault Clio seized and owner reported for driving without licence and insurance
A car has been seized and a driver reported during a police patrol in Accrington. Officers were on patrol in the Fern Gore area on Tuesday afternoon (March 19). The driver of a blue Renault Clio was reported in connection to driving the vehicle
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Updates promised as police close road after crash in this area
A road is closed while police deal with a crash in Osbaldeston. The crash was on Longsight Road, near St Mary's Presbytery. The road is closed at the crossroads with Mellor and Osbaldeston, towards Clitheroe. Officers said they will issue an
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Cars towed away for not having MOT, tax or insurance on ‘notorious’ street
Several cars have been towed away, and drivers have been reported to the DVLA, after they were abandoned on a ‘notorious’ street in Church. Police attended Bridge Street, where parking issues and abandoned vehicles are a common issue. On March
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Fines sent to motorists as police target town’s ‘speeding hotspot’
Motorists are set to receive speeding fines, and possible points on their licence, after being caught speeding in Barrowford. Members of the public have issued complaints about speeding vehicles on Wheatley Lane Road. Officers set up a speed
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Lane closed and around 50-minute delays on M65 westbound after crash
*UPDATE: All lanes now reopened but there is still some congestion* There are delays of around 50 minutes on the M65 after a crash. Lane two of the M65 westbound, near junction five at Guide, is closed due to the crash. According to National
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Santander launches a free £185 switch offer for new and existing customers
Martin Lewis' finance experts have had their say on Santander's new £185 switch offer for new and existing customers. To be eligible for the money, you need to switch your existing current account to either an Everyday Current Account, Santander
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DWP Universal Credit payments to increase next month - what you will get
Millions of people in who receive Universal Credit will see their payments from the Department for Work and Pensions increase next month. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced that DWP Universal Credit payments would be rising in the new financial year
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What is cyber flashing as first person in England jailed for the offence?
A man has become the first person in England to be jailed for cyber flashing, leaving many wondering what this criminal offence is. 39-year-old Nicholas Hawkes was jailed for 66 weeks at Southend Crown Court today (March 19) after sending unsolicited
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Woman 'broke ankle' after slipping in mud in boggy area
A woman was helped by Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue after falling over in the mud. At around midday on Sunday, March 17, the team was called to reports a woman had a suspected broken ankle on the River Ribble. Due to the recent rainfall
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'Bad news for Lancs criminals' as frontline policing to receive £1.2m boost
Andrew Snowden, police and crime commissioner for Lancashire, has secured up to an additional £1.2million towards frontline policing in Lancashire for 2024/25. Forces in England and Wales were given the opportunity to bid for additional funding
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A6 southbound partially blocked and after crash involving three vehicles
Traffic is building on the A6 in Bamber Bridge after a crash. According to AA Traffic and travel, the A6 southbound is partially blocked with queuing traffic. Police say the crash involved three vehicles and was reported at around 3.37pm. No
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Drug dealers finally brought to justice after three year investigation
Two men have been jailed after a police investigation into drug supply and money laundering that spanned three years. Ribble Valley Rural Task Force began the drugs and money laundering investigation in May, 2021, after executing drug warrants
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Rovers backing independent regulator to 'safeguard' future of clubs
Rovers have issued a statement backing the new Football Governance Bill, which was introduced to Parliament today (Tuesday). EFL chairman Rick Parry believes it is an “important milestone to help us secure the long-term financial sustainability
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More than £4.5million of UK lottery prizes unclaimed - could you be a winner?
Winning lottery tickets have been bought across the UK and a number of the prizes haven’t been claimed – could yours be a winner? The prizes are not to be missed as more than £4.5 million is unclaimed and a share of it could change your life.
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Charlie Weston completes Kidderminster Harriers loan switch
Charlie Weston has joined National League Kidderminster Harriers on loan for the remainder of the campaign. It is the midfielder’s first loan away from Ewood Park, having been regularly involved for Mike Sheron’s Under-21 side this season.
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Ted Baker calls in administrators putting hundreds of jobs at risk
Owners of high street chain Ted Baker have moved to push its British operations into administration, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. The move is expected to result in store closures and job losses, Sky News has reported. It comes 18 months
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Pears eager to push on as Rovers prepare for 'big games'
Aynsley Pears is confident Rovers can kick on after the international break as they aim to pull away from the relegation zone. The goalkeeper returned to the side against former club Middlesbrough after missing a couple of games due to concussion
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Joy as residents in this East Lancashire town celebrate postcode lottery jackpot
People in a Burnley street were celebrating yesterday (March 18) after their postcode was chosen for the People’s Postcode Lottery jackpot. Those with a ticket and a BB11 4AT postcode have been awarded a £1,000 win in the fundraising lottery’s
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Birmingham 'set to appoint' Gary Rowett as interim manager
Birmingham are reportedly set to appoint Gary Rowett as interim manager until the end of the season. Mark Venus has taken charge of the side in recent weeks while Tony Mowbray is taking a step back to receive medical treatment. The former Rovers
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Is it illegal to go into someone's garden to get your football back?
Playing a bit of football in the back garden is all fun and games until the ball is launched over the fence and onto your neighbour's property. This can often be an awkward situation for residents who don't know their neighbours or those who have
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How to claim compensation if your car is damaged by a pothole
Driving around the UK can be a treacherous task for motorists with potholes being a common sight on roads across the country. The number of potholes on British roads has surged in recent years, seeing the number of callouts for stranded drivers
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'Do not eat': Metal found in Aldi product which 'may have been tampered with'
Aldi is recalling one of its products which “may have been tampered with” and may now contain metal. The supermarket, and Signature Flatbreads UK, is recalling the Village Bakery 8 Tortilla Wraps White packet because of the health risk. They
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Soccer Aid reveals first confirmed players for 2024 including I'm A Celeb winner
The first confirmed names that will appear in Soccer Aid 2024 have been revealed, including I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! winner Sam Thompson. The 31-year-old will be making his debut in the event alongside soap star and Strictly Come
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Demolition ended more than 100 years of brewing in Little Harwood
The end of over a century of brewing in Little Harwood is recorded in this photo from 1992. The main office block of the former Lion Brewery carried its name to the end but within days of this picture being taken the entire site had been cleared
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Rams hit the highs and lows in bonkers Burscough draw
This was a game that was could be defined as the embodiment of a microcosm of the Rams season to date, writes Tony Cunningham. It had the lot. Great passing football, excellent goals, injuries, dismissal, defensive collapse, lack of confidence,
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'No experience required': Train drivers wanted with salary of £54,500 after training
Northern Rail is looking to recruit more than 300 drivers and conductors across the North of England this year, including some in Blackburn. The train operator says the roles are part of a normal, on-going process to recruit as and when existing
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Plans for new car park at huge Blackburn wedding venue set for green light
Plans for a new car park next to one of Blackburn's largest wedding venues look set to be given the go ahead at a council meeting later this week. The partly-retrospective plans are for a parking area on a former builders' yard at the junction
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New manager at luxury hotel 'delighted' to be promoted at 'special place'
The new manager of a luxury Ribble Valley hotel says she is “delighted” to be promoted into the role. Rachel Crook joined the team at Northcote three years ago as the assistant hotel manager, being responsible for daily operations, leading and
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'Important milestone' - EFL chair Parry on independent regulator
EFL chairman Rick Parry has welcomed an “important milestone to help us secure the long-term financial sustainability of England’s football pyramid”. Legislation to establish an independent regulator will be introduced to Parliament today (Tuesday
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Hundreds celebrate ‘spirit of Ramadan’ at Ewood Park Open Iftar
Hundreds of people came together to celebrate the Muslim holy month of Ramadan at the home of Blackburn Rovers. Blackburn Rovers' Ewood Park is among the iconic UK venues to be hosting an Open Iftar event this year. The series of events which
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Depraved paedophile told children he had a "fetish for girls wetting the bed"
A depraved man from East Lancashire who has a "fetish for girls wetting the bed" was snared after talking to a police decoy on a chat application. Sean Hall also sent explicit messages to children on the platform. Hall, 41, of Huttock End Lane
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Nursery which was rated inadequate makes swift changes and moves up to good
A Great Harwood nursery which was rated inadequate by Ofsted last year has quickly redeemed itself and been rated good in its latest inspection. Elms Private Day Nursery, in Lowerfold Road, was inspected on February 19 and rated good in all areas
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East Lancashire men climb to Everest Base Camp in memory of late mother
A group of men from Oswaldtwistle have raised money for East Lancashire Hospice by climbing to Mount Everest Base Camp. The fundraiser idea first came from Matt Allen, who says he had always wanted to do the challenge, trekking 5,364m above sea
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How you can shop at Asda for £10 a week (see full shopping list and meal plan)
A savvy student has shared her full shopping list and meal plan which shows how she spends £10 a week. As bills continue to rocket and the high cost of living continues to cause a strain on our finances, many Brits will be looking for ways to
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Fire starts inside waste collection lorry after 'lithium battery' ignites
A fire started inside a bin lorry in Blackburn after what was believed to be a lithium battery was set alight. The refuse team were put in a tricky situation on what should have been a regular waste collection round in Duttons Way on Friday, March
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Blackburn men to stand trial in connection with £50,000 Universal Credit 'scam'
A trial date has been set for two men charged in connection with a £50,000 Universal Credit 'scam'. At Preston Crown Court on Monday (March 18), Mohammed Bharma, 71, of Rhyl Avenue, Blackburn, pleaded not guilty to acquiring criminal property,
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Former Chinese takeaway could be turned into beauty salon
A former Chinese takeaway could be turned into a beauty salon if recently submitted plans are approved by the council. Wajed Iqbal of Huth Properties Ltd, in Manchester Road, Nelson, wants to change 78 Leeds Road into a beauty salon. The property
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Thief behaved like 'an animal' when tackled in shop
A MAN behaved like “an animal” when staff and a member of the public tried to stop him from stealing from a shop. Blackburn magistrates heard Michael Spencer bit a man delivering to the shop who helped to detain him until police arrived. The victim
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Major £3 million transformation of youth centre set to begin
Work is set to begin as Darwen Youth Centre as it undergoes a £3.3 million transformation. The Knott Street facility is to double in size over the next year adding a brand-new first floor. The extension will pave the way for a new creative
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The night the NHS threw me out - woman's training video for Blackburn hospital staff
A woman whose step-dad’s final hours were “disturbed” by another patient who “burst into his cubicle and demanded to know why they were there” has recorded a video for East Lancashire Hospital’s Trust patient story process. The video, created by
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Holiday cottage where you can meet farm animals approved by council
Farm owners’ plans to convert a garage on their site into a two-bedroom holiday cottage have been approved. Jonathan Evans and his wife run Seedall Farm in Eaves Hall Lane, West Bradford, and want to promote the accommodation as a stay-on-the-farm
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Have you seen any of this week's most wanted men in East Lancashire?
There's a couple of familiar faces on this week's most wanted list with two new suspects for you to keep an eye out for. Police in East Lancashire are hunting the four men in connection with criminal damage and burglary offences, and recall to
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‘We are fully operational’: Blackburn community centre back open
Staff at a Blackburn community centre have thanked local residents for their support as it reopened its doors. The Audley Centre, formerly Audley Sports and Community Centre, in Chester Street, had closed following a dispute with the lease holder
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Retailers set to get £1.5m rates help in borough
Retailers and leisure outfits in an East Lancashire borough are set to get a welcome £1.5 million shot in the arm. Around 200 businesses in Hyndburn should benefit from an extension of a non-domestic rates relief programme, offering discounts of
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Plans for five motorhome pitches with toilet and shower block at East Lancs farm
Five motorhome pitches with toilet facilities could be given the go ahead for a farm in Colne. Proposals were submitted to Pendle Council in February by Mr and Mrs Swales of Piked Edge Farm, Skipton Old Road, Colne. The Swales are seeking permission
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Blackburn salon shortlisted for award at the English Hair and Beauty Awards
A Blackburn beauty salon has been shortlisted for an award at the English Hair and Beauty Awards. Chantelle Louise Beauty Academy is one of the finalists in the Semi Permanent Eyelash Extensions category, after also being nominated in the 'Education
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Deadliest roads set to share £38 million in safety improvements
Some of the most deadly roads in Lancashire and Bolton are to share almost £40 million in road safety improvement cash. The Department for Transport has announced safety improvements will be made on 17 of England’s deadliest roads, including four