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Donald Trump rushed off stage after ‘gunshots’ at Pennsylvania rally
Donald Trump has been rushed off the stage at a rally in Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots rang through the crowd. Mr Trump was showing off a chart of border crossing numbers when bangs started ringing out. The ex-president could be seen
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Do you need planning permission for a driveway? See when it applies to you
Sometimes it can be a nightmare trying to park your car in your own street if you don’t have your own driveway. Especially when coming home from work or a day out with the family and you discover there are no spaces left near your home in reasonable
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All you need to know on new mystery series High Country airing on BBC One
High Country is a new Australian mystery-drama series that will be airing on BBC One very soon, but what's it all about? Described as a "fictional story inspired by true events" it follows Detective Andrea 'Andie' Whitford who is transferred to
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Markanday bags brace as Rovers win both Tranmere friendlies
Rovers continued their pre-season schedule with a couple of 60-minute friendlies against League Two side Tranmere Rovers behind closed doors. John Eustace’s men came out on top in both games, with the first finishing 3-0 and the second finishing
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Man, 63, charged over burglary at church
A 63-year-old has been charged following a burglary at a church in Clayton le Moors. The incident happened on Devonshire Drive on Saturday 6 June. Police in Hyndburn said, Paul Dwyer of Devonshire Drive, Clayton le Moors was later arrested
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Blackburn's biggest football gathering at pub sold out
A Blackburn pub is urging people not to turn up to watch the England game unless they have registered and have a ticket. The Havelock Inn, off Stancliffe Street, is one of the most popular spots in the town to watch live football and in the past
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Dad, 20, in coma fighting for life after using disposable vapes for just 18 months
A nightclub bouncer has told how he was left in a coma and nearly died after 'continuously' puffing away on a disposable vape during overnight shifts. James Johnson, 20, was rushed to intensive care and diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia, caused
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Brittain relishing warm-up games as Rovers step up pre-season
Callum Brittain is happy to be back on the pitch as Rovers “crank up” their pre-season preparations. John Eustace’s men kicked things off against Accrington Stanley last weekend and take on Tranmere behind closed doors this afternoon. The squad
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‘Significant new information’ passed onto police in Jay Slater investigation
A TV detective says “significant new information” has been passed onto British and Spanish police regarding the disappearance of Jay Slater. Mark Williams-Thomas, a former police officer, said Jay was “clearly worried about his own safety” after
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When and where you could see Red Arrows fly over Greater Manchester and Lancs today
The world-famous Red Arrows display team is set to fly over Greater Manchester and Lancashire today (July 13) and Sunday as they perform at the Southport Air Show – and you might be able to catch a glimpse of them. A Military Airshows website has
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Man strangled, gagged and suffocated woman before attacking her with hammer
A man launched a violent attack on a woman in Preston, suffocating her and hitting her with a hammer. On December 11, 2023, Aiden Bernes, 46, attempted to murder a 51-year-old woman. He subjected her to verbal abuse whilst he was carrying out a
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Lancs landfill site must continue to suspend activities until vile odour stops
Operators of a landfill site where vile odour emissions have been linked to health problems have been told they must continue to suspend new arrivals of waste until the stink problem is solved. Tranwaste took over the Jameson Road site in Fleetwood
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'Do not eat': Iceland issues warning to customers over 'health risk'
Iceland has issued a recall as customers have been warned not to eat a product which may be a possible health risk. The supermarket is recalling its Iceland 4 Golden Savoury Rice Steam Bags because they may contain crustaceans, fish, milk and molluscs
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13 people charged in connection with firearms and drug supply offences
Lancashire Police have charged 13 people as they investigate firearms and drug supply offences. Officers conducted a number of warrants in Lancashire, Greater Manchester and Cumbria this week as part of operation warrior. Hafiz Razaq, 39, of
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Police issue warning for car owners in Blackburn
Police are investigating after a rise in vehicle crime reports in Blackburn. On Wednesday and Thursday, there have been reports of items being stolen from cars. If car doors have been left open the individual has reportedly entered the vehicle
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Theme park row and Eden Project’s future divides campaigners across seaside resort
The debate over Morecambe Town Council raising its local tax by 230 per cent to potentially regenerate Morecambe’s former Frontierland theme park site and, separately, the Eden Project’s progress under the next government have formed part of the general
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Seaside hotel that puts Lancashire coastline 'on the map' is among UK's most stylish
A hotel in Lancashire has been named among the most stylish the UK has to offer near its beaches in a new list by The Times. Introducing the list, the newspaper said: “These are the boutique hotels that really shine in the summer – with easy-breezy
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Theatre company bringing Shakespeare's As You Like It to stunning outdoor location
A theatre company will be bringing a performance of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ to Lancashire this month. Set in the stunning surroundings of Brockholes Nature Reserve, just off the M6 at Samlesbury, expect live music and audience participation
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Football club picks up bronze honour at hospitality awards
Blackburn Rovers' staff were celebrating after the club was praised at the ‘Stadium Events and Hospitality Awards.’ Rovers were awarded the Bronze Matchday Hospitality Award – Medium Stadium at the ceremony, held at Elland Road, the home of Leeds
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Nursery inspected for first time since opening told to improve by Ofsted
A nursery which was visited for the first time since it opened in 2022 has been told it needs to improve by Ofsted. Little Acorns in Victoria Road, Padiham, was registered with Ofsted in July 2022 and was inspected for the first time on June 5.
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Teenager's fundraising football match comes back for third year
A Blackburn teenager is organising a football match to help raise money for a children’s hospice for the third year in a row. Ellis Wignall, 17, a student at Blackburn College, raised more than £3,000 for Derian House last year when two teams made
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Lancashire Wetherspoons pub named among top 10 in the UK
A Lancashire Wetherspoons has been named among the best in the UK, in a list by Q.R. Code Generator. The research has revealed the best 10 and worst 10 Wetherspoons pubs and the company studied a list of 869 pubs and hotels to find which had the
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Camping initiative kicked off to encourage kids to get outdoors
The Clitheroe Camping and Caravanning Club has launched an initiative to encourage children from urban areas to experience the outdoors. The club's research discovered that 32 per cent of city and town-dwelling youngsters have never visited the
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Man sentenced for historic rapes and sexual assaults of three children
A man has been sentenced for the historic rapes, attempted rapes, sexual assaults, and indecent assaults against three children in Blackburn. Haroon Lorgat, 33, was aged between 12 and 13 years old at the main point of the offending, which took
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Euro 2024 final: 11 of the best places to watch England take on Spain
England are preparing to take on Spain in the UEFA Euro 2024 final on Sunday (July 14) – but where are you planning on watching it? England reached the final after Ollie Watkins' fantastic last-minute strike secured a 2-1 win over the Netherlands
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£20million 10-year plan for these East Lancashire towns and village
Three Rossendale town and village areas could get £20million over 10 years, if councillors approve a new town board including members who are not elected by the public. Rawtenstall, Waterfoot and Crawshawbooth were selected earlier this year under
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Former footballer visits ambulance staff who saved his life after cardiac arrest
A former Premier League footballer is backing a campaign to get more people to learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) after he survived a near-fatal cardiac arrest in Lancashire earlier this year. The former Crystal Palace player and manager
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East Lancs museum joins UK's largest archaeology festival
An exploration into Britain’s past will take place in East Lancashire this month as a cultural venue is set to join the UK’s largest annual celebration of archaeology. Clitheroe Castle Museum has joined this year’s Festival of Archaeology, hosting
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East Lancs hospitals pay out £24m childbirth and maternity failings, says data
Hospitals across East Lancashire paid out more than £24million in negligence claims in the last five years, according to data from an FOI request. Company, Legal Expert, submitted freedom of information requests to NHS Resolution – which is the
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Fears over market traders' ‘anger’ amid £250,000 makeover
Unease between traders and town hall chiefs over £250,000 improvements to Clitheroe Market have been raised by councillors. Questions have also been asked about whether the planned upgrades are ambitious enough to make the market more attractive
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‘Historic’ farmhouse in secluded spot is on market for first time in 40 years
A historic property in Darwen is on the market for the first time in more than 40 years. Lower Trees Farm, on Manor Road, is on the market for £799,999 and is situated in the Bold Venture Park area. Ideal for homeowners looking for privacy,
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Musical magic in Sister Act from ex-Corrie star Wendi Peters
Wendi Peters admits it would take a special show to make her head out on tour across the country, visiting new theatres on a weekly basis. “To be honest I’d had enough of living out of a suitcase and spending all that time away from home,” she
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Newly qualified doctor turns her own adversities into power
A graduate who has faced a journey through personal adversities is set to start her medical career with East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust next month. Stephanie Bowie-McIntosh faced hurdles including an abusive relationship, sexual harassment
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Blackburn accountants secure leading interior brand among new clients
A Blackburn accountancy firm has bagged a hat-trick of new clients including the town's leading interior brand, Graham & Brown. PM+M's payroll team also secured Furness Building Society, a top 20 building society, and Forward As One Church of England
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Loveable lurcher Scooby seeks forever home after year-long wait
A dog described as "full of character" has been waiting for a year at RSPCA Lancashire East to be adopted. Lurcher, Scooby, who is only 21 months old, has been residing at the centre since last summer after his previous owner was unable to look
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East Lancs hosts launch of bursary programme for cyber defence careers
A bursary programme to encourage talented youngsters into digital and cyber careers in defence kicked off for 100 students when they gathered in Blackburn. A-Level and T-Level students from four colleges across Lancashire – Blackburn College, Cardinal
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£21m Lancashire cinema screening England v Spain Euro 2024 final free for members
Football fans can watch England take on Spain in the Euros final this Sunday at Blackpool’s £21m new Backlot cinema after the venue announced a special free screening for its members. The event will be among the first specialist screenings at the
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East Lancashire’s ‘most stylish place to live’ to live according to YOU
An area of East Lancashire has been revealed as the ‘most stylish’ place to live in the area, according to a new survey. Slaidburn has been revealed as the most stylish place to live in East Lancashire, in a list of the 'most stylish' places by
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Law firm aims to inspire new way of working for parents
A new Blackburn law firm is offering childcare facilities on-site so staff can bring their children to work. The firm is being headed by Maria Hameed, a senior solicitor, who said she didn’t want staff to miss out on spending their time with their
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EURO VIEW: What happens if it actually 'comes home'?
ENGLAND VIEW – MARC ILES There is an excruciating moment doing the rounds on social media at the moment in which the White House pool reporter asks US president Joe Biden and the new Prime Minister, Kier Starmer: “Is football coming home?”
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Woman armed with machete stole money from shop till
A woman has been jailed for more than seven years for committing three knifepoint robberies at shops in Nelson. Amy Cowburn, 32, went on the robbery spree over three days in November 2023. She brandished a machete in the last of the robberies