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Exit Poll predicts Labour and Sir Keir Starmer will win election landslide
Sir Keir Starmer will be the next Prime Minister according to the exit poll, which predicts Labour will win 410 seats at the election. A party needs 326 seats to hold a majority in Parliament. The second largest party is expected to be the
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RECAP Labour lose Blackburn but sweep board in East Lancs amid Starmer landslide
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Catterall’s ready for Regis and writing the next chapter
JACK Catterall said he is excited about the prospect of facing two-time world champion Regis Prograis at Co-Op Live Arena next month - the first boxing event to be held at the new Manchester venue. The Chorley fighter says he wants to build on
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Best dogs at polling stations from across East Lancs this General Election
As thousands of voters across East Lancashire - and millions around the UK - go to the polls today, many have been joined by their furry friends. The #dogsatpollingstations hashtag has become a permanent fixture of election days, with many pooches
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Blackburn Rovers net transfer windfall after Arsenal deal becomes official
Blackburn Rovers have officially landed a multi-million windfall after David Raya completed a permanent move to Arsenal. The Spanish goalkeeper signed on loan with a reported £27m option for the Gunners to buy last summer. Raya quickly ousted Aaron
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Meet the polling staff who’ve spent ‘109 years counting votes’
Two men, who have worked in Blackburn with Darwen polling stations, have clocked up an incredible 109 years’ experience between them. Alan Woods and Ian Haworth have worked in various polling stations across the borough, on General Election days
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Man dies after being hit by a car in Colne
A man has died after being hit by a car on a busy road in Colne. New Market Street was closed in both directions, between North Valley Road and Church Street, after the incident. The road was re-opened earlier this evening after being shut
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Blackburn Rovers star sets second-season challenge after learning curve
Arnor Sigurdsson wants to see more consistency on an individual and collective basis in his second season at Blackburn Rovers. The Icelandic attacker returned for pre-season training on Monday alongside Sam Szmodics, after being granted extra time
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Seven charged as police continue huge investigation into ‘drug gangs’
Police have charged seven people as part of an ongoing investigation into the supply of class A drugs in East Lancashire. Yesterday (July 3), police revealed that they made some arrests in Rossendale and Rochdale as part of the ongoing investigation
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Man charged after armed police swarm on town following reports of stabbing
A man has been charged as police investigate an alleged stabbing in Brierfield. Police were called to Arthur Street at around 10pm on Tuesday, July 2, to a report of an assault. A man, in his 30s, was reportedly found with stab wounds to his
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Blackburn Rovers' send strong message with Academy announcements
Blackburn Rovers have announced their latest batch of first professional deals, with Junior Nsangou the only player to turn down a deal. It's been an important week for the next crop of Academy talent. The club announced the players that have signed
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Outgoing Blackburn Rovers player sends parting message
Leopold Wahlstedt has sent a classy message to Blackburn Rovers fans after his transfer to Danish club AGF. The goalkeeper has left Ewood Park after one season at the club. Wahlstedt signed a three-year deal with Rovers last summer after signing
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Three charged after police allegedly found cannabis and £20K in cash
Three men have been charged with drug offences, following police searches in Preston. Police stopped a van on Muncaster Road on Monday (July 1, 2024), and reportedly found several thousand pounds in cash. Officers [allegedly] found several
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General Election: List of schools being used as polling stations today
Several schools across East Lancashire are closed today as voters head to the polls to cast their votes in the General Election. Some schools across the region are closed as they are being used as polling stations. Barrow United Reformed Church
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Three thieves cut and punched boy, 15, and made off with bike and a tenner
A boy, 15, was robbed at knifepoint in Morecambe and police are appealing for information. The teenager was making his way home at around 11.40pm, on July 2, on Ellesmere Road, when he was approached by three men. He was pulled off his bike
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Former Salvation Army shop and worship space to be converted to flats
A Clitheroe town centre building owned by Ribble Valley Council that was used as a Salvation Army charity shop and worship space can be turned into apartments, councillors have decided. A plan for three one-bedroom apartments at 16-18 Lowergate
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New flats plan above Rawtenstall restaurant approved
A plan for changes and creation of new flats above a Rossendale tapas restaurant has been approved by councillors. The plan for changes and rear extension work to 93 – 95 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall, focused on the first and second floors of the property
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Soapbox challenge returns to streets of this East Lancs town next month
Spectators are set to line the streets of an East Lancashire town next month as its annual Soapbox Challenge returns for another year. The event, organised by #AmazingAccrington, will take place on Saturday, August 24, and will be free to watch
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Woman died after ingesting substance ordered off the internet
A Blackburn woman died after ingesting a substance she had ordered off the internet, an inquest has heard. Sophia Khan, 32, died at her home on October 7 after paramedics were not able to resuscitate her when she went into cardiac arrest. An
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New priests and deacons from across Lancashire ordained
Twenty-seven new priests and deacons from across Lancashire have been ordained at Blackburn Cathedral. This year’s group consists of 15 men and 12 women, the youngest of which is 24, Matt Gaze, who will serve at St Paul’s, Hoddlesden, St Barnabas
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Two schools win £20k claim against travel company over ski trips
Two Lancashire schools have won a court battle against a travel company after their trips were cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The company Team4 Travel trading as Ski Team4, a provider of ski trips for British schools in Austria had claimed
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Child rapist had been working on a fairground before going 'off radar'
A child rapist wanted by the police has been arrested and put before a court. Blackburn magistrates heard Richard Mason had been “off radar” for five months. During that time he had failed to comply with reporting requirements under the Sex
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Township's 'significant' oak tree set for special protection
Councillors have been recommended to authorise a special order protecting a township tree. Hyndburn Council's planning committee has been asked to take the measure to look after an oak in Water Street, Great Harwood. It follows requests from
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Council’s statement after claims ‘substantial’ number of postal votes not received
The council has responded after claims postal votes in parts of East Lancashire have not been received, meaning some people may be unable have their say in time for the General Election on Thursday (July 4). A spokesperson for Pendle Council said
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Blackburn actor to be praised with honorary fellowship in Lancashire
An actor from Blackburn is one of three people set to be honoured by the University of Central Lancashire next week. Steve Pemberton, co-creator of The League of Gentlemen and Inside No. 9, Doctor Who companion Mandip Gill, and Alex Hartley, retired
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Fundraiser to celebrate soldier's life - and help others suffering with combat stress
A fundraiser is taking place to support people suffering from combat stress in memory of an Accrington soldier. Duncan – DJ – Johnstone, from Huncoat, was just 38-years-old when he died at home in March 2021. The father-of-three served with
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Village pub with 'monster' £80 food challenge and beer garden that holds 122 people
Fancy taking on a food challenge and getting an £80 meal for free? This week’s pub features a sizeable beer garden with a stage setup, along with a mix of chargrilled steaks and an £80 food challenge. Paul Wright runs the Hapton Inn and the
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WATCH: Video shows cars and cyclist near miss with fallen tree in Darwen
This was the moment two cars and a cyclist were nearly struck by a fallen tree in Darwen earlier this week. A woman from Darwen captured the moment a cyclist and two cars were nearly struck by the tree in Whitehall Road. Vicky Furnell-Roberts
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Three more bids to turn family houses into kids homes
Three new proposals to turn family houses into small children's care homes will be debated by councillors next week. The applications will be discussed by Hyndburn Council's planning committee on Tuesday. Two requests for certificates of lawful
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Salford in Edwardian times reveals a bustling Blackburn
This photograph which dates to around 1910 shows a busy Salford in Blackburn. Salford, Blackburn, 1910 (Picture: Newsquest) It gives you a clear view of the impressive buildings at the corner of Railway Road. At the time one was occupied
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Meet Ken, 93, who has voted in every election for 74 years - and lived in same house
One of Blackburn’s longest continuous voters will take part in his 25th general election. Kenneth Hartley first voted in the 1950 election and has done so without fail ever since. In 1950, Clement Atlee secured a small majority but was beaten
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General Election 2024: When will the result be announced in your area?
Millions of people across the UK will cast their votes in the General Election today. But when can we expect results in your constituency? Here is an updated list of estimated declaration times for the results. The list is based on information
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Chefs from popular Mediterranean restaurant open up new establishment
Chefs from a popular Mediterranean restaurant have opened up a new establishment in Darwen. Darwen Bar and Grill, on The Green, invite their customers to 'indulge in a selection of traditional Mediterranean dishes prepared with authentic recipes
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10th annual Ribble Valley pub walk raises over £31k for East Lancashire Hospice
East Lancashire Hospice celebrated a monumental success with their annual Ribble Valley Pub Walk that took place late last month. On Saturday, June 22, East Lancashire Hospice marked a decade of their annual Ribble Valley Pub Walk, with this year's