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Huge search under way in Tenerife for Jay Slater after call for volunteers
A renewed search for missing Lancashire teenager Jay Slater is under way in Tenerife after Spanish police appealed for expert volunteers to help. The 19-year-old, from Oswaldtwistle disappeared following an attempt to walk back to his accommodation
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CCTV witness appeal after 'grenade-type devices' found
A CCTV image has been released by police to try to identify a potential witness following an incident where two 'grenade-type devices' were found in Fulwood. Lancashire Police said it would like to speak to the man in the footage in connection
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12 former Rovers names you might not know are still playing
From the Premier League to non-league, we have taken a look at some of the former Rovers names you might not know are still playing. Morten Gamst Pedersen Headed to East Lancashire from Tromso in 2004 and went on to play 350 times for the club
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Man over drink drive limit when caught taking young brother to football
A motorist who was caught drug and drink driving on two separate occasions had ignored advice from his family both times. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard that on the second occasion, Joshua Shorrock was taking his 12-year-old brother to football
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Club's dream of transforming abandoned football ground
The owner of an abandoned Rossendale football ground wants to sell it, with a club dreaming of restoring it to its former glory. Formerly the home of Stand Athletic, the land in Ewood Bridge hasn’t hosted a match since 2003 and is currently in
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Two East Lancs golfers shooting for The Open at Final Qualifying
A host of big names, including an East Lancs cult hero, will be teeing it up near Lancashire next week for a spot at The Open. The field, which includes a major champion and a number of tour event winners, will be playing in Final Qualifying at
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Why these Lancashire areas are among the best places to raise a family in the UK
A village and a town in Lancashire have been named among the best places to raise a family in the UK, in a new list by the Daily Mail. The newspaper said it has approached property experts and looked at surveys and statistics to come up with the
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570 people arrested and £5.3m of drugs taken off Lancs streets this year
Hundreds of criminals have been arrested and £5.3million worth of drugs have been taken off Lancashire streets, as police celebrate the launch of its road crime team. The aim of the team is to disrupt criminals who use the county’s road network
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Martial arts coach and teenage skier among winners at awards
One of Britain’s longest-serving martial arts coaches and a teenage skier with unmatched achievements in UK skiing’s 60-year history were among the winners at the Active Burnley Awards. The annual celebration paid tribute to those who show dedication
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Popular TV duo set for Blackburn arrival this October
A much-loved TV couple are bringing their latest tour to Blackburn in October. Dick and Angel Strawbridge's "Forever Home" kicks off on October 6 with the pair arriving at King George's Hall on October 11. Dick and Angel are best known for
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Eustace happy to have Travis back at Rovers after Ipswich loan
John Eustace reckons Lewis Travis can play “a big part” for Rovers next season following his loan spell at Ipswich. Travis wore the captain’s armband at Ewood Park before heading to Portman Road in January, playing nine times as the Tractor Boys
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Euro 2024 - What has been hot and what's not in group stage
IT’S farewell to the group stages, and Scotland obviously, and hello to knockout stages, extra time and the dreaded penalty shootout. Gone are the carefree days of three games a day, it’s regimented double doses of action now until only one country
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Bank of Dave to be turned into musical – and Jason Manford tipped to star
The life of a Burnley businessman’s battle with the banks is to be turned into a musical – and Jason Manford is tipped to play the lead role. Dave Fishwick has announced that Bank of Dave: The Musical will air next year adding that he is currently
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Owners make 'bittersweet' decision to sell £575K 'characterful' home with hot tub
The owners of a ‘dream property’ in Accrington have made the “bittersweet” decision to sell their home – but it could be yours. Owl Hall, on Plantation Road, is on the market for £575,000 and it is said to be full of character. In a rural location
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Is your favourite on the list? English retail award nominees announced
Finalists for the English Independent Retail Awards 2024 have been revealed, with several businesses from across Lancashire making the shortlist. The awards are set to be held on July 31 and aim to recognise those with entrepreneurial spirit and
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'It's been such a privilege': Hospice nurse retires after career spanning 46 years
A woman who worked as a nurse for 46 years, and with the home team at Pendleside Hospice for 16 years, is now retiring. Linda Short, from Colne, said she was 'thankful for the support' she received seven years ago when her late husband NicK received
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East Lancs specialist school where pupils 'achieve exceptionally well'
A specialist school where pupils 'thrive and are extremely polite and well-mannered' has been given another 'Outstanding' report by Ofsted. Broadfield Specialist School, in Coal Clough Lane, Burnley, caters for students aged 11 to 19 with learning
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Full list of road closures as town sent back in time to 1940s for festival
Padiham on Parade is back with a bang this weekend – but there are some road closures you need to be aware of. Several car parks and roads are closed for the parade, which takes place this Saturday and Sunday (June 29 and 30). Padiham on Parade
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Pub licences under review after selling booze to boy, 16, who died in quad crash
Two pubs near Burnley face licence reviews after a police investigation found they both sold alcohol to a 16-year-old boy who died the same night in a farm quad bike crash On March 30, Hector Eccles died after crashing his farm vehicle in Worsthorne
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Addiction recovery group celebrates its second anniversary
A group dedicated to helping people recover from drug and alcohol addiction has celebrated its second birthday. Roots Community marked its two-year anniversary with a special event at St Luke’s Church in Blackburn. More than 150 people had
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Woman who had no qualifications on arrival to East Lancs wins Student of the Year
A woman who came to join family in East Lancashire having lived in Senegal and Northern Italy has won 'Student of the Year' despite previously having no qualifications. Mareme Seck, 20, gained her Maths and English qualification, progressing to
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Blackburn in the summer meant festivals in Corporation Park
The public parks in and around East Lancashire are a great resource which many of us probably take for granted. Some of the rides at the Corporation Park funfair in 1992 (NQ) This collection of photos from our archive shows some life in Blackburn
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Fancy running a pub? Thwaites hunting for new managers of these East Lancs boozers
Ever fancied running a pub? Thwaites Brewery has released a list of its East Lancs boozers currently up for grabs. Founded in Blackburn in 1807 by Daniel Thwaites, the company owns around 270 pubs in the North. The now Mellor-based brewery
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Much loved restaurant 'needs your help' at curry awards
A much-loved restaurant will be flying the flag for East Lancashire at a major awards ceremony. Freya’s Grill first opened in Darwen in July 2022 and has proven to be a big hit with customers from all over the town and further afield since then
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Veteran Tory candidate has saved hall but can he now save his seat?
With the General Election less than two weeks away, the Lancashire Telegraph's local democracy reporter Bill Jacobs looks at the new Ribble Valley constituency, where changed boundaries could mean a change of MP for the first time in more than 30 years
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10 death notices and funeral announcements from the Lancashire Telegraph
The Lancashire Telegraph has published 10 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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Blackburn school where 'pupils are not safe' rated 'Inadequate' by Ofsted
A school in Blackburn where pupils are 'exposed to an unacceptable level of risk' has been rated as 'Inadequate' by Ofsted. Markazul Uloom High School in Park Lee Road was inspected on April 16 and 17, and was given an 'Inadequate' Ofsted rating
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Work begins on new ‘luxury flats’ opposite primary school
Work has begun on a major new development in Blackburn opposite a primary school. The site, off Oakenhurst Road, has lay empty since the Montague Health Centre was demolished in November 2018. Workers could be seen clearing and digging on the
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Man found with sexual images of children on phone days after prison release
A man was found with sexual images of children on his mobile phone just days after his release from prison for a previous sexual offence. Jack O’Shea, 24, was recalled on prison licence in May 2022 after pleading guilty to failing to comply with
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Prestigious school applies to keep temporary building for three more years
A prestigious boarding school in East Lancashire has applied to the council to keep a temporary classroom for up to another three years. Stonyhurst College, near Hurst Green, was granted permission in 2019 for a temporary teaching block at the