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Richard Gadd thanks Netflix for taking on ‘dark, weird, messed up’ Baby Reindeer
Richard Gadd has praised Netflix for commissioning his hit show Baby Reindeer, a day after the streaming platform was named in a lawsuit relating to the production. Writer and actor Gadd said he was “forever grateful” to those who took on his semi-autobiographical
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‘Everybody is looking for him,’ says mayor’s daughter amid Michael Mosley search
Residents of the Greek island of Symi have been out in force searching for missing British TV doctor Michael Mosley, according to the mayor’s daughter. Police and firefighters had been using drones to try to locate Mr Mosley, while divers were
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Brits issued warning as 5 TV channels set be axed next month - see which ones
Viewers are set to lose five Channel 4 TV channels in the coming weeks. Freeview revealed back in April that a host of "important changes" were being made as part of an update which saw the launch of several new channels and the closure of others
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Drivers warned they could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in car
Motorists in the UK are being warned they could be hit with fines of up to £5,000 for not turning on their air conditioning this summer. Drivers have been warned that failing to use air conditioning or open windows during hot weather could violate
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Final lists of East Lancs General Election candidates published
Nominations have closed for candidates standing in July 4's General Election. The full lists of those confirmed as standing in each of East Lancashire's six constituencies have been published. They are as below: BLACKBURN Kate Hollern
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Ambulance called to treat drunk teen as crowds descend on woods to party
Police have issued a statement after several issues have surfaced, related to teenagers partying in a wooded area in Sabden. The last two Fridays have seen “a large number” of teenagers attend a wooded area near Back Lane. According to police
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Man arrested after Blackburn Tesco worker left with broken jaw
A man has been arrested as police investigate the assault of a Tesco Express worker on Whalley New Road, Blackburn. At around 9.30pm on May 16, a store worker was left with a broken jaw following an attack. Following a police appeal, a 28-year-old
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MasterChef semi-finalist to host pop-up stall with dish loved by BBC judges
A Darwen woman, who made it to the semi-finals of MasterChef this year, is opening a pop-up stall today (June 7), featuring food she made on the show. Cliodhna Gibson’s Mood Food pop-up stall will be held at The Globe Centre, in James Street, in
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Police in attendance and road to be ‘closed for some’ after teen hit by car
A road in Clitheroe is closed after a crash involving a car and a teenager. Police are currently at the scene of the road closure, on Bawdlands between Castle View and Corporation Street. Officers, who were called to the road at around 2.30pm
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Hundreds of old council laptops headed for homes without internet
Blackburn with Darwen Council is to give hundreds of its old laptops to digitally excluded households in the borough currently without internet access. The authority expects to replace 1,468 devices that are more than five years old. Now its
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Blackburn Rovers clauses in Adam Wharton deal after England success
Blackburn Rovers will be due a 'significant' payment from Crystal Palace when Adam Wharton makes his first competitive England start, The Lancashire Telegraph can reveal. The 20-year-old has been named in The Three Lions' squad for this summer's
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Boss of county council quitting Red Rose for Home Counties
The top boss of Lancashire County Council is quitting the red rose county for a move to the Home Counties. Angie Ridgwell, chief executive of the county authority, has held the role since 2018 and in that time helped steer the council through the
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Woman, in 80s, in hospital with serious head injuries after being hit by a motorcycle
A woman has been left with serious injuries after being hit by a motorcycle in Longton. Officers were called to the A59 Liverpool Road at 4.24pm yesterday (June 6) following reports a Benelli BN125 motorcycle had hit a pedestrian. The pedestrian
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East Lancs park's 'exciting' new performance venue gets nod
AN 'exciting' and 'fantastic' new amphitheatre in an East Lancashire green space has been given the go-ahead by councillors. Plans for the outdoor performance space at Hargher Clough Park in southwest Burnley were approved by the borough council's
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Historic park café additions approved by councillors
Councillors have granted backdated approval to four new air conditioning units at a heritage café owned by their own authority. Burnley Council's development control committee gave retrospective planning permission to the additions to the The Old
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More joy in East Lancashire after second postcode lottery win of the week
Another East Lancashire village is celebrating today following a second People's Postcode Lottery win in the region this week. The winning ticket on Friday (June 7) was in Foulridge, and those with a ticket and a BB8 7NX postcode were awarded the
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Main road takeaway plans rejected after 'floodgates opening' warning
Councillors have blocked the creation of two hot food takeaways on the same main road after a warning that approving them could 'open the floodgates' for similar inappropriate proposals. Burnley Council's development control committee refused the
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Former World's Strongest Man to fight TWO people at once in Blackburn
Former world’s strongest man, Eddie Hall, will face two people at once in a bizarre cage fight in Blackburn tonight (June 7). The six-foot-three-inch, 23-and-a-half stone strongman will take on social media duo, the Neffati Brothers, at King George's
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Lampard 'ready' to return to management amid Burnley links
Former Chelsea and Everton boss Frank Lampard says he is ready to return to management amid links with the vacant job at Turf Moor. Lampard has been out of work since his most recent stint at Stamford Bridge at the back end of the 2022/23 campaign
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Childminder pleads guilty to manslaughter of nine-month-old baby
A childminder has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of a nine-month-old baby boy in Hapton. Karen Foster, 62, from Burnley, originally pleaded not guilty to murdering Harlow Collinge at a plea hearing last year. On day three of her trial at
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Zuber Issa sells stake in Asda to private equity firm
Zuber Issa has sold his stake in Asda to the supermarket chain’s private equity backer TDR Capital. The sale brings TDR Capital’s share in the supermarket group to 67.5%, while 22.5% is still owned by Zuber’s brother, Mohsin. The deal is set
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Summer Scouting: Tyrhys Dolan and solving Blackburn Rovers' two-year problem
In the fifth and penultimate edition of our Blackburn Rovers series, 'Summer Scouting' Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson takes a look at the options out wide. Make sure you check out our previous instalments on the goalkeeper dilemma, full-back options
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Section of the M65 was closed due to ‘concern for welfare’ report
The M65, in Guide, was closed for a short period yesterday afternoon (June 6). Police descended on the motorway and closed junction five at the westbound slip road. Officers confirmed that they were called to a concern for welfare report. They
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This is why firefighters were called to blaze at wedding venue
The fire service was called to an incident in Bashall Eaves yesterday (June 6) but made a surprising discovery when they arrived. Pictures emerged of a fire in Clitheroe, believed to be in the direction of wedding venue Bashall Barn. Crews
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'We have had an amazing journey': Zuber Issa to step down as EG Group CEO
The EG Group has announced that it has agreed to sell its remaining UK forecourt business and some foodservice locations for £228m to co-founder Zuber Issa. On completion of the transaction, Zuber will step down as co-CEO of EG Group. Mohsin
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RECAP: Karen Foster pleads guilty to manslaughter of Harlow Collinge
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What time is Celebrity Gogglebox on TV tonight? Mega Channel 4 cast announced
Another Celebrity Gogglebox series is upon us, as the likes of Diversity’s Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely and Jane McDonald and her best friend Sue join forces to critique the week's biggest TV shows. Just some of Britain's best-loved personalities
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NSPCC's Childhood Day - what it is and why you should support it
The NSPCC’s Childline service is delivering, on average, more than 500 counselling sessions a day to children and young people across the UK, with mental health, family relationships and friendship issues being the top concerns. As the charity
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Ruth Langsford 'extends her leave' from ITV's Loose Women amid divorce
Loose Women’s Ruth Langsford has extended her leave from the ITV show. This comes after the presenter announced her divorce from fellow presenter and husband of nearly 14 years Eamonn Holmes. The pair announced their divorce in May and have
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'Top level' - Arsenal star Declan Rice pays Adam Wharton highest compliment
Declan Rice has heaped praise on Blackburn Rovers Academy star Adam Wharton after his inclusion in the England squad for the European Championships. The Crystal Palace midfielder has enjoyed a meteoric rise since leaving Ewood Park in January,
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Costa Coffee drinks to be served on all easyJet flights from this summer
easyJet and Costa Coffee have joined forces to launch the sale of drinks from the coffee shop chain on all the airline’s flights this summer. The new offering will launch in late summer this year with easyJet customers able to enjoy hot drinks
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At least 37 people hospitalised due to E.coli breakout - what you should do
At least 37 people have been admitted to hospital in an E. coli outbreak believed to be linked to food, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). Whole genome sequencing of samples indicates most of the 113 cases reported across the UK
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Tories accuse rivals of ‘gerrymandering’ bid on new committees
Conservatives at Pendle Council have accused the ruling Independent and Lib-Dems groups of trying to manipulate how committee places are allocated for political advantage. Accusations came at Pendle Council’s latest full meeting following the local
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Police descend on town and make arrest after reports of person with weapon
A man has been arrested after police received reports of a person with a weapon in Nelson. On Wednesday, June 5, police stopped a vehicle on Leeds Road. A man was arrested on suspicion of possessing a weapon. The vehicle was searched for further
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Two men charged as part of father-of-three's murder investigation
Two men have been charged as police investigate the murder of former RAF serviceman. Lenny Scott, 33, from Prescot, Merseyside, died in hospital after the shooting outside a gym in Skelmersdale on February 8. Emergency services were called
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Man at 'low point in life' allowed details to be used in benefits fraud
A man who hit a low point in his personal life allowed himself to be exploited by benefit fraudsters. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Christopher Hulme provided his bank details to the fraudsters who made false claims for Universal Credit in
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After-school club which brings in expert sports coaches praised by Ofsted
A before and after-school club in Burnley has had a successful first Ofsted inspection, in which its “safe and secure” setting was praised. Pro Sport Coaching Limited, based at St Mary Magdalene’s RC Primary School in Wellfield Drive, is meeting
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Famous painting from East Lancs collection featured in major exhibition
A key part of East Lancashire’s cultural history is set to spend a spell on loan in London as part of a prestigious art exhibition. The exhibition, organised by international auction house Sotheby’s, will feature artwork from Towneley Hall in Burnley
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Locations confirmed for two new SEND units at East Lancashire schools
Two new units for children with special educational needs or disabilities are to be created in East Lancashire. Lancashire County Council's cabinet has approved plans for the new units, which will be created at Barrowford Primary School in the
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Jail for burglar who targeted businesses to steal to buy food
A repeat offender claimed he burgled two commercial properties to buy food. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard Peter Everall stole bank cards from one of the businesses and they had to be cancelled, causing inconvenience. Everall, 51, of Fielden
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Vision for improving buses unveiled as big Labour names visit Darwen
Promises to "fix bus services for communities" were made when top Labour faces joined its candidate on the campaign trail in Darwen. Candidate for Rossendale and Darwen, Andy MacNae, was joined by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham and shadow
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5 of the best fish and chip shops you can enjoy along the Lancashire coast
Whether you like yours with a dollop of tomato sauce or soaked in vinegar, fish and chips remain a popular meal in the UK, including in Lancashire. With lots of places in Lancashire located along the coast, we aren’t short of choice when it comes
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Wedding guest out of pocket after accommodation booked was sold YEARS before
A man from Darwen was shocked to discover the accommodation they had booked for a wedding had been sold two years earlier. Booking.com, the website he booked the site through, said it is the responsibility of accommodation providers to ensure their
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Darwen singer Denise is the Green candidate for Blackburn
The Green Party has chosen singer/songwriter Denise Morgan as its General Election candidate in Blackburn. The Darwen mother of one, who stood unsuccessfully for Darwen South ward in last month's local elections, was selected at a party meeting
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East Lancs election a family affair as Britcliffe cousins go head to head
Hyndburn's General Election campaign has become a family affair as its defending Conservative MP Sara Britcliffe is being challenged by her cousin Matthew. The Blackburn-born former rugby player is standing for George Galloway's Workers Party of
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Workers' Party candidate endorsed by Palestinian foreign ministry
Blackburn's Workers Party of Britain candidate Craig Murray has received the backing of the Palestinian foreign ministry for his Gaza-focused General Election campaign. A statement signed by Amaar Hijazi, deputy foreign minister of Palestine, says
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Lancashire restaurant among best for cheap eats and recommended by Michelin chef
A restaurant in Lancashire has been named among the best UK restaurants that offer cheap meals and are recommended by Michelin chefs. Along with chefs at Michelin-starred restaurants, top bloggers are also picking their favourites in a list by
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Youngsters from across Lancashire gather for 'faith and fun' holiday
Young people from across Lancashire travelled to Borwick Hall for a three-day holiday led by the Bishop of Blackburn, Rt Rev Philip North. During the holiday the young people participated in a wide-range of activities including games, canoeing
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Season ticket donations help 'vulnerable' fans says Rovers' trust
The Blackburn Rovers Community Trust has thanked fans for raising £1,000 for the charity by buying a new season ticket for the forthcoming season. The trust said the money will be put towards match tickets for those less fortunate to provide them
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Alcohol deaths across Lancashire 'highest ever recorded'
A rise in alcohol related deaths in local boroughs ‘demands immediate attention and action’, a treatment group has said. The latest figures for North West authorities from 2016 to 2022 showed an upward trend in the death toll across the region.
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Gate installed at Darwen park weeks after ‘illegal encampment’ incident
A gate has been installed at a park in Darwen, weeks after an ‘illegal encampment’ was set up in the area. Around two weeks ago an ‘unauthorised encampment’ was set up on private land south of Whitehall Park. Now a gate has been installed to
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Gemma Atkinson descends on East Lancs animal shelter for TV show
Gemma Atkinson visited an animal shelter in Edenfield during an episode of her television show, Gemma and Gorka: Life Behind The Lens. The former Emmerdale actress descended on Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary with her daughter, Mia, in the latest episode
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Man's ‘pure panic’ after runaway dog gets stuck in middle of M65 for 18 hours
A man from Padiham has recalled the heart-in-mouth moment he spotted his runaway dog in the middle of the busy M65. Stephen Hunt’s one-year-old German Shepherd, Yoda, escaped from his home on June 2. The pup found his way into the middle of
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Clog dancers and dhol drummers to perform at this family festival
A free festival is returning to Accrington town centre this weekend. EcoFest will take place on Saturday (June 8) as the Prospects Foundation celebrates its 25-year anniversary of environmental action in Hyndburn. As well as showcasing all
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County Hotel was a Blackburn landmark which disappeared in 2001
This photo shows the final incarnation of one of Blackburn’s most well-known hotels. Originally opened as the Saxon Inn in 1972, the hotel off Yew Tree Drive with its distinctive triangular-roofed entrance, would later be come the Moat House