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Man who 'bit and strangled' woman while he raped her is convicted
A Darwen man has been convicted of raping a woman at a house in Blackburn. Lee Barr, 27, was unanimously found guilty by a jury of rape and sexual assault at Preston Crown Court last week. Barr, of no fixed address but previously of Tythebarn
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Paedophile who abused two children sentenced to two decades in prison
A paedophile has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting two children. Thomas Gerrity, 69, was sentenced to 20 years with an extra four on extended licence at Preston Crown Court on Thursday, July 4, following a trial.
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Family pay tribute to loving great-grandad killed in crash
The family of a man who died in a crash last week have paid tribute to a ‘very loving’ grandad and great-grandad. Derek Wick, 85, had lived in East Lancashire for 15 years first living in Fence and then moving to Colne, having been born in London
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Man 'shot two wild birds and disposed of them in a wheelie bin'
A man has been charged with allegedly shooting two wild birds and disposing of them in a wheelie bin. Joe Morris, 28, was identified and interviewed by police after a report was received of a man allegedly putting two dead birds, a tawny owl and
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Police incident preventing services coming in and out of bus station
A road leading into Burnley bus station is currently closed due to a police incident, stopping buses leaving and entering this afternoon (Monday, July 8). Burnley Police are currently at the scene of a road closure on Red Lion Street from the junction
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Crime commissioner urges residents to have their say on local policing
Lancashire's Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw is seeking residents' views through a county wide survey, ahead of setting the priorities for his Police and Crime Plan for Lancashire. The plan is a strategic document which sets the direction
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Blackburn Rovers star on pre-season, different role and new target
Joe Rankin-Costello wants to add more goals for Blackburn Rovers after netting in their first pre-season match of the summer. The 24-year-old opened the scoring for Rovers against Accrington Stanley on Saturday, tapping in from close range after
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Cast announced for TV remake of iconic 1980s detective drama series
The cast for the new Bergerac series has been announced with Damien Molony set to take on the role of the famous detective. Set in Jersey, the original series starred John Nettles as Detective Sergeant Jim Bergerac and ran for 10 years from 1981
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Jay Slater: Detective says ‘criminal network with drugs link’ being considered
A TV detective says a “criminal network” with “links to drugs, theft and violent crime” is being considered as part of the search for Oswaldtwistle teenager Jay Slater. He has also spoken with a 'key witness' in the investigation. Mark Williams-Thomas
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Can you camp on UK beaches? These are the rules to follow
When the sun comes out, the idea of camping can be quite tempting but if you’re planning to set up camp on a beach, you’ll need to check the rules before doing so. UK beaches are great places to spend family time, have fun and relax plus, if you
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New Burnley boss Scott Parker outlines promotion aim
Scott Parker knows what it takes to win promotion from the Championship and is hungry to lead Burnley back to the Premier League. Parker, who succeeds Vincent Kompany in the Turf Moor hot seat, previously guided Fulham and Bournemouth to the top
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East Lancashire market hall could get a cinema as part of revamp
Hopes about including a new cinema in Colne’s redeveloped market hall are being looked at by staff working on the project, Pendle councillors are being told. Colne Market Hall is being redeveloped with government Levelling-Up funding, along with
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Blackburn Rovers captaincy update after Lewis Travis return
John Eustace has not made a decision on Blackburn Rovers' captaincy despite Dom Hyam taking the armband against Accrington Stanley. Hyam was the leader of Rovers' team at the end of last season after Lewis Travis completed a loan move to Ipswich
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Train discounts, cinema tickets and insurance - the best freebies for over 50s
Although not yet at the state pension age, some of you might not be aware that 50+ year-olds can claim some freebies too. As the cost of living crisis rages on, you must take advantage of every possible free source of income on offer to you.
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Vernon Kay and Sara Cox to descend on Lancs for Radio 2 in the Park
The DJ line-up for Radio 2 in the Park, which is coming to Preston, has been revealed with Vernon Kay, Sara Cox and Rylan Clark among those announced The festival is coming to Moor Park in Preston, this September. Following the launch of the
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How East Lancashire's new MPs are getting to work after election wins
East Lancashire’s new cohort of MPs have been getting to work on their first days in their new jobs – from speaking for their cause to going to the football. The region has seen an entirely fresh batch of Members of Parliament, after all six incumbents
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One in five UK drivers at risk of £200 fine and 6 penalty points, study warns
Nearly one in five drivers are risking a £200 fine and six penalty points on their driving licence, a new survey has suggested. Research found that 19 per cent of drivers admit to illegal phone use while behind the wheel. Insurance provider
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Can you park anywhere if you have a blue badge? The rules and regulations
For many, the Blue Badge is one of the most important things they have on hand. The Blue Badge allows those eligible to park closer to their destination by placing the badge in their car window. The government allows anyone with a disability
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Check your change for the rare 20p coin worth more than £50
A rare Royal Mint 20p coin has sold for more than 250 times its face value on eBay after inspiring a mini bidding war. The 20p piece is a rare “mule” coin dating from 2008, and fetched more than £50 at auction. The coin was minted without a
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Blackburn Rovers update on Kyle McFadzean and John Fleck contract talks
John Eustace hasn't closed the door on either Kyle McFadzean or John Fleck returning to Blackburn Rovers. Both players are now free agents after their short-term deals expired following moves to Ewood Park in January. In their retained list
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Lancashire Telegraph readers can subscribe for just £4 for 4 months in flash sale
Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for 4 months or over 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Shoplifting gang distracted security guard to try and steal £500 of items
A shoplifting "team" tried to distract security staff while they removed a trolley load of goods worth £500 from a supermarket. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard staff saw Niki Lakatos and others push the trolley to a car on the car park and start
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Struggling business owner's spiral ended in drink driving arrest
A Ribble Valley businesswoman was nearly three times the drink drive limit as she drove home from the shop at 5.45pm. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard former cheese company director Tracy Carefoot was parked on her drive when officers approached
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‘Blackburn’s lost its heartbeat’ – Woman quits hospital job to take over pub
A Blackburn woman has quit her hospital job to take the helm of a community pub, that she has visited as a punter for 27 years. Linda Holden, and husband Trevor Holden, are the new managers of The Ivy Hotel, which has been closed for months.
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Vertu Motors extends Burnley FC sponsorship for third season
Vertu Motors has announced its continued sponsorship of Burnley Football Club for the 2024/25 season, aligning with Bristol Street Motors brand. The move follows a successful partnership that started in the 2022/23 season with Burnley, one of English
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Supermarket with Lancs stores wins 42 medals at international cheese awards
A supermarket with stores in East Lancashire has won 42 medals at the International Cheese & Dairy Awards. Booths, the family-owned store with locations in Clitheroe, Longridge and Barrowford, won 16 gold, 14 silver, and 12 medals at the event
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Charity wins two years of funding to give veterans counselling and support
A Hyndburn charity has secured funding for veterans to have access to counselling and bereavement support for the next two years. Community Solutions North West, based in at Elmfield Hall in Gatty Park, Church, has secured the funding through the
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Hotel’s toastmaster who has ‘heart of gold’ named best in the north west
The ‘master of ceremonies’ at a Gisburn wedding venue is “honoured” after being named best toastmaster at the County Brides’ North West Wedding Awards. Dave Knowles presides over formal events and introduces guests, speakers and entertainment at
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£1m scaffolding on college site ‘one of most technically complicated jobs’
The elaborate scaffolding surrounding a historic town centre building has cost £1 million - and that's before the building's external makeover even begins. Blackburn town centre visitors may have noticed the scaffolding surrounding every inch of
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John Eustace provides Blackburn Rovers injury update after Sam Szmodics scare
John Eustace has alleviated fears over Sam Szmodics' injury scare at Accrington Stanley. Blackburn Rovers' star attacker was withdrawn a minute before half-time after a challenge in the right channel. He was treated on the pitch before going straight