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Clarets appoint Henrik Jensen as first team assistant coach
Burnley have confirmed the appointment of Henrik Jensen as first team assistant coach. The 39-year-old joins from Swedish club Kalmarr and has previously managed Danish outfit Midtjylland in an interim basis. He started his management journey
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Town ‘goes blue’ in support of Jay Slater’s family as Tenerife search continues
Blue ribbons have been popping up around Oswaldtwistle today (June 20), in support of missing teenager Jay Slater. The 19-year-old went missing while on holiday in Tenerife and a major search operation has been in place since Monday (June 17).
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Carabao Cup draw details and when Blackburn Rovers will discover opponents
Blackburn Rovers will discover their opponents in the first round of the Carabao Cup on June 27. The EFL fixtures are set to be revealed on Wednesday, June 26, at 9am. The Lancashire Telegraph will have full coverage and analysis of all the key
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Tributes to 'much loved daughter, sister and friend' who died in Dubai
A Blackburn-born woman living in the Middle East died in her apartment after taking her own life, an inquest has heard. Rhian Louise Wright was described by her family as a “very kind and generous person” who loved sport, especially cycling, weight
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Birmingham City transfer could have domino impact on Blackburn Rovers
Birmingham City's latest transfer activity could have a knock-on effect for Blackburn Rovers in the transfer market. Rovers have been linked with a move for goalkeeper John Ruddy, who will be a free agent at the end of the month when his deal at
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Hunt for ‘shirtless man’ in CCTV launched after series of alleged assaults
Officers have released CCTV images as they investigate a series of alleged assaults in Longridge. Police were called to Berry Lane on Wednesday, April 3, at around 11pm, to investigate reports of assaults. Officers have now released CCTV stills
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Blackburn Rovers Academy recruitment continues with eye on Irish youngster
Aodhan Doherty is keen to impress John Eustace and earn a route into the Blackburn Rovers first-team picture. The talented winger signed from Linfield last week, penning a three-year deal at Ewood Park. Rovers are keen to continue their early recruitment
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Mum wishes she told Jay Slater ‘don’t go to Tenerife’ in heartbreaking interview
The mum of Oswaldtwistle teenager, Jay Slater, says she wishes she told her missing son ‘do not go to Tenerife’ as the search enters fourth day. Jay, 19, was last heard from on Monday morning (June 17) as he told a friend he planned to walk back
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Official GoFundMe launched for family of Jay Slater after spate of ‘scammers’
An official GoFundMe has been launched as the search for Oswaldtwistle teenager Jay Slater continues. Lucy Mae, who is in Tenerife and was the last person to speak with Jay before he disappeared, launched the fundraiser. Lucy and a spokesperson
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East Lancs musician Grace Davies could perform on same stage as Shania Twain
A musician from Langho is in the running to perform on a major stage, ahead of Anne Marie and Shania Twain, but your help is needed. Former X Factor star Grace Davies has been shortlisted for the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to
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Criticism after Burnley man shares photo of anti-refugee flag in Germany
A group of England fans, including a banned Burnley man, have been slammed for flying an anti-refugee flag in Frankfurt. Two photos show a group of 20 men, mostly in Nigel Farage masks, holding a Union flag which has "STOP THE BOATS" written along
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Day 3: RECAP as 19-year-old Jay Slater still missing in Tenerife
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Man who hurled racist abuse at police officers left them questioning career
A man who was being arrested racially abused two police officers. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard the actions of Matthew Scorer in Nelson on July 7, 2023, had made one of the officers consider why he did his job. “During such incidents,
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Man in court over drugs stash after child took ecstasy pill
A child was rushed to hospital after taking an ecstasy tablet at an address in Blackburn. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard the child’s hospitalisation led police to the home of Shane Carretero where they discovered ecstasy, anabolic steroids
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Sky Sports presenting legend's stage show coming to Blackburn
Football fans are in for a treat as a Sky Sports legend is set to visit Blackburn later this year, for an on-stage question-and-answer session alongside a football legend. An Evening with Jeff Stelling will be at King George's Hall in Blackburn
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Volunteers put on ‘amazing’ fun day for families
A Darwen fun day proved to be huge hit with families despite the unseasonal chilly weather. The event held over the weekend was organised by members of St James Community Centre, Ash Grove. The fun day was run solely by volunteers and everything
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How Leonard learned from highs and lows of first full season with Rovers
Harry Leonard is eager to make the most of a "big" pre-season as he aims to impress John Eustace following a lengthy injury absence. The young forward was regularly involved during the first half of last term, scoring four goals 22 matches, but
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Hospital radio chair's cycling challenge to raise money for studios
The chair of Radio Hospitals Blackburn will be taking on an epic cycling challenge this weekend to raise money for the service. Andrew Graham and his colleague, Kyle Spiller, will be cycling the 127-mile length of the Leeds and Liverpool canal
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Touching tributes paid to 'truly inspirational' former mayoress
Tributes have been paid to ‘inspirational’ former mayoress who has died at the age of 66. Sayeeda Mulla was the Mayoress when her husband Salim Mulla was Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen in 2014. She died following an illness earlier this month
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'She strives for greatness': Burnley artist nominated for Apprentice of the Year
A woman from Burnley who worked to create sensory walls for children with special educational needs has been nominated for an 'Apprentice of the Year' award. Tegan Wilson, 18, is one of a cohort of students nominated for the first Nelson and Colne
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Pub in tiny village offering gourmet food with one dish 'everybody seems to want'
"It's a tiny village, we don't even have a shop" This week's pub is found in Laneshawbridge, a village of fewer than 1,000 people near Colne, and is run by a couple with close ties to the area. Jordon Hadfield and Domino Day took over the Emmott
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Haslingden and Rawtenstall dates for Terry Christian's one-man show
Outspoken, award-winning presenter Terry Christian will be giving a sneak preview of his new show heading to this year’s Edinburgh Festival in Rossendale this weekend. The former host of the cult TV show The Word will be bringing his autobiographical
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Election mudslinging is ‘tarnishing’ image of the town
A Blackburn businessman says ‘spreading misinformation and engaging in personal attacks’ during elections campaigns was tarnishing the image Blackburn. Khalid Saifullah said he had been approached by a number of people from all sides of the political
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Sir Ian McKellen, 85, 'hugely indebted' to NHS staff after falling from stage
Even a fall from the West End stage is not expected to keep 85-year-old Sir Ian McKellen from performing for long as he is due back today (Thursday). The Burnley-born actor has shown little sign of slowing down during his esteemed career, even
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Burnley-based aerospace supplier appoints new executive
A Burnley-based aerospace supplier has announced a new chief financial officer. Velocity Composites, based at AMS Technology Park in Billington Road, has its sights set on becoming a leader in sustainable composite production after appointing Rob
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Number of child casualties on Lancashire roads worst in North West, data shows
A road safety charity is calling for measures to end speeding traffic around schools in East Lancashire as parents report 'roads aren’t safe for their children to walk or wheel to school'. Yesterday, (Wednesday June 19), 80,000 children aged four
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Law firms in Blackburn ranked among best in the UK by clients
Law firms in Blackburn have welcomed the "great news" that they are ranked among the most trustworthy in the UK. Analysis of online review website show solicitors in the town have been given 'a vote of public confidence' after data revealed they
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Former restaurant owner jailed for more than 14 years for sexual offences
The former owner of an Italian restaurant in Padiham has been jailed for more than 14 years after sexually abusing a number of women, Antonino Seminara, 65, who used to run the former Mamma Mia restaurant, would befriend his victims by buying them
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Learn how to avoid financial fraud at Blackburn event
A building society branch in Blackburn is preparing to arm people with crucial knowledge to help fend off financial scams. Colleagues at Yorkshire Building Society on King William Street are holding an event from 9.30am on Thursday, July 4.
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Service supporting vulnerable women shines light on special worker
A charity which provides vital support to Blackburn's most vulnerable women, with one dedicated worker going above and beyond to help. One key figure in Spark's mission is Zoe Brindle, who spends her day as a caseworker bringing services directly
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'It's a real achievement': Rossendale photographer wins Northern Wedding Award
A photographer from Rossendale has won a prize at the Great Northern Wedding Awards earlier this month. The Great Northern Wedding Awards are the 'ideal opportunity' for engaged and married couples across the region to acknowledge and celebrate
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'We are very proud': Rossendale’s first pride event announced for July
The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery will host Rossendale’s first pride event in July. Saturday, July 20, will see Rossendale’s first pride event take place in Whitaker Park to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, and is titled Pride in the Park.
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More than 9,000 schoolchildren invited to family fun day at Towneley Park
An East Lancashire estate agent has invited more than 9,000 schoolchildren to a family fun day in Burnley this weekend. Children from 24 local primary schools will descend on Towneley Park for the Uniformed Services Family Fun Day this Saturday
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Trial date set for man accused of series of violent offences
A Blackburn man will stand trial later this year after denying a series of violent offences. Christopher Kinnish, 37, appeared at Preston Crown Court on Tuesday (June 18). Kinnish, of Salford, Blackburn, entered not guilty pleas to three counts
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Boy given youth referral order after bus station fire
A boy charged with arson following a fire at Burnley bus station which caused more than £180,000 worth of damage has been given a youth referral order. Two boys were charged with arson following the large blaze which destroyed a double-decker bus
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Political protest in Blackburn Sixties-style from CND members
The Sixties are often credited with seeing increased politicisation of the masses. Blackburn CND, 1962 (NQ) This photo from May 1962 shows members of Blackburn’s Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament mounting a public protest. Sadly we don’