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Poundland that’s only been open for six months set to close today - here's why
A Poundland in Nelson, which has only been open for six months, is set to close today (March 23). Poundland, located at the former Wilko’s site at Pendle Rise shopping centre, opened at the end of September, 2023. A spokesperson for Poundland
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Son of ex-Rovers defender Taylor looking to make a name for himself
Martin Taylor was cutting his teeth at Rovers 20 years ago. Now his son, Caleb, is looking to make a name in the game. Martin, ironically dubbed ‘Tiny’, was a towering centre-back who came through the ranks at Ewood Park and went on to spend a
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Blackburn chef crowned 'champion of champions' at Great British Menu banquet
A Blackburn chef won Great British Menu last night (Friday, March 22) after impressing chefs and celebrities with his plant-based dessert at a banquet. Kirk Haworth’s dessert for the grand final resulted in him being crowned the 'champion of champions
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Masseur given further prison sentence for sexual assaults on more women
A man who sexually assaulted women while working as a masseur has been given a further prison sentence. Alan Garforth, 70, of Pavey Close, Blackpool, admitted offences of sexual assault and sexual assault by penetration at Burnley Crown Court in
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Villager's call for action after car crashes into house
A villager is calling for measures to be implemented to prevent cars from crashing into his house. George Birch moved to Egerton just 18 months ago, when a car crashed into the front wall of his property. George, who lives in Pinnacle Drive
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Man caught on Ring doorbell stealing TV stand from doorstep
A man who stole a doorstep delivery was caught on Ring doorbell footage. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard the owner of the package posted a still from the device on social media and Anthony McCombs was identified by a member of the public.
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Dangerous driver almost crashed into innocent person during high speed pursuit
A man narrowly missed crashing his car into another vehicle as he sped away from police in a chase around Blackburn. Warren Hadfield, 47, failed to stop for officers when they approached the car he was driving in Highfield Road, Blackburn in the
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Andrew Moran and Yasin Ayari score on international duty
Andrew Moran and Yasin Ayari managed to get on the scoresheet for Ireland U21s and Sweden U21s respectively. Moran helped the Irish youngsters to a dominant 7-0 victory at San Marino as Jim Crawford’s side stayed on track to qualify for the 2025
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Business networking group celebrates '£10m' milestone
A Blackburn networking group says its members generated more than £2 million in the last year, bringing the total amount of work referred within the group to more than £10m since its launch. Launched from a core group of just three members in
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Lancashire beauty spot with ‘gorgeous landscapes’ among best places to travel
A Lancashire beauty spot has been named among the 10 best places to travel to this spring in a new list by National Geographic. Introducing the list, National Geographic said: “Whether you’re longing to fill your lungs with sea air or are looking
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Rovers will be 'refreshed and confident' for run-in, says Hyam
Dom Hyam knows the importance of Rovers’ remaining fixtures but is confident they can pull away from the relegation zone. John Eustace’s side are currently 17th in the table with a three-point cushion above the drop zone with eight games left to
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‘Delighted and humbled’: New Bishop of Burnley takes up role
The new Bishop of Burnley says he is ‘delighted and humbled’ to be taken on the role. Edinburgh-born Rev. Dr Joseph (Joe) Kennedy, 55, is currently Vicar of Oxton St Saviour in the Diocese of Chester. He was educated at Edinburgh University
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Thwaites' Shire horse crowned champion at the national show
An East Lancashire horse has been crowned winner at a contest that celebrates the legendary animals that once delivered beer to pubs. Daniel Thwaites’ newest Shire horse, Regal, was crowned ‘Championship Turnout’ winner at The National Shire Horse
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Four East Lancs boroughs in top 10 for highest child poverty levels
Four East Lancashire boroughs have some of the highest child poverty levels in the UK, according to recent government figures. Pendle, Blackburn with Darwen, Hyndburn and Burnley are among the 10 worst UK boroughs for child poverty levels, according
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First look inside the Lancashire cinema owner says is 'best in the UK'
The future of movie-going has landed in Blackpool with the launch of its new multi-million pound Backlot Cinema boasting the most immersive IMAX screen in the country. A first look inside reveals why the developers behind the investment next to
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Redevelopment of market hall in this East Lancashire town approved
The redevelopment of Accrington Market Hall has been approved at a council planning meeting. The proposal for the town’s Grade II listed market hall was discussed at the meeting on Wednesday (March 20) and was voted through by councillors.
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Easter fair in Blackburn was one of the highlights of the year
Easter has a special meaning for many people. But as well as being an important time for churches across East Lancashire it also used to mean the arrival of Blackburn’s annual fair. These photos from the archive show what a massive event it
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Letter: Barbara’s back where she belongs says Clitheroe Kate
It was with wistful amusement when I read your article that the statue of Barbara Castle MP was being moved on to the Boulevard in Blackburn. I thought of the many nights Barbara was having a laugh and a giggle with Blackburn’s gay community all
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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Lancashire Telegraph
The Lancashire Telegraph has published 13 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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Man pleads guilty to robbing cash and cigarettes from Nelson shop
A man is to be sentenced after pleading guilty to robbing a shop in Nelson. Sean O'Callaghan, 33, of Regent Street, Nelson, appeared at Burnley Crown Court and pleaded guilty to two counts of robbery. The incident occurred in October of last
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East Lancs man died at Blackburn hospital after heroin overdose
An Oswaldtwistle man died after taking an overdose of heroin, an inquest had heard. Samuel Kelly, 31, had a history of drug use and was known to substance misuse service Inspire. Samuel, who was born in Bury, died at Royal Blackburn Hospital
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Nine public notices for Blackburn with Darwen from the Lancashire Telegraph
The Lancashire Telegraph has published nine public notices recently. These include the development of an old brewery in Blackburn town centre and the construction of a research centre in Darwen. Here are the most recent notices: 10/23/1145
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Man ordered to pay back £500,000 over poster fraud
A Colne man who was jailed for creating counterfeit posters has been ordered to pay back more than £500,000. Adam Jeffreys was jailed on December 19 for making and selling counterfeit posters, following action by Lancashire County Council's Trading
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Ovo sees gold medal winner now touring world as ‘a full-blown cricket’
When we talk, Ramarni Levena is in Belgium - the fifteenth country he has visited in the past three months as part of Cirque du Soleil’s show Ovo. “We’ve got Ireland next so that will be 16 and then it’s back to the UK,” said the former gold medal
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'Living roofs' to be installed atop five bus shelters in this borough
Five ‘living roof’ bus shelters will be introduced in Chorley to boost the borough’s biodiversity and contribute towards climate resistance. The Living Rooves transform the roofs of the shelters into a living garden, featuring native wildflower
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Paedophile told '13-year old' he was 'bit of a perv' in crude messages
A man told a police decoy account he thought was actually a 13-year-old girl that he was "a bit of a perv" after sending sexual messages. Christopher Whitehead, 44, of Albert Street, Whitworth, spoke to what he thought was a 13-year-old girl, but
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Iconic Blackburn flats get connected thanks to new partnership
Residents living in one of Blackburn’s most iconic buildings can now access low-cost high-speed broadband thanks to a new partnership. Great Places Housing Group provides rented homes and tenancy services as well as accommodation and services that
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Meet the fire service’s newest recruit – and he has four paws and a tail
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service has recruited a member to its team – but this one has four paws and a tail, Maverick is the service’s newest search and rescue dog. He is only 14-weeks-old but has already attended some incidents. Maverick
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East Lancs swimming pools handed £1.2 million funding eco-boost
Half a dozen leisure centres in East Lancashire are among more than 300 across the country to receive a slice of a £60 million funding boost. The six swimming pools are among 13 in Lancashire to get funding from the Swimming Pool Support Fund,