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Man avoids jail despite sexually assaulting girl, 10, on theme park log flume ride
A MAN who sexually assaulted a child on a log flume ride has avoided jail. Daniel Peters has been handed a suspended prison sentence after admitting to two counts of sexual assault of a girl under the age of 13. The 35-year-old's actions caused
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Can a dropped kerb be refused? Find out why council could decline application
If you have wanted to make changes to the pavement in front of your house recently, you might have applied to the council to have a kerb dropped. This could be to make accessibility easier when getting onto the pavement or as a way to park your
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Burnley confirm signing of experienced goalkeeper Hladky
Burnley have announced the signing of experienced goalkeeper Vaclav Hladky on a free transfer from Ipswich. The 33-year-old has put pen to paper over a two-year deal at Turf Moor and becomes the club's fourth new addition of the summer after Shurandy
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Councillors approve house remodelling despite neighbour protests
The remodelling of a Blackburn home has been approved by councillors despite the next-door neighbour telling them it was 'overwhelming, oppressive and overbearing'. Ahmad Musa was one of two nearby residents to attend Blackburn with Darwen Council
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'Do not travel' - train company's warning for two routes this weekend
A do not travel warning has been issued by a train operator for parts of East Lancashire this weekend. Northern is warning customers to not travel on the line between Preston and Colne on Sunday, July 21. This route runs through Nelson, Burnley
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Roads open again after emergency services respond to fire at 'mattress firm'
Five fire engines responded to a fire in Padiham this afternoon which is believed to have started at a mattress firm. There was an emergency service presence between the Tesco and Lidl supermarkets off Wyre Street, with a cordon later put up to
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Liam Cooper transfer latest after Blackburn Rovers talks
Blackburn Rovers remain deadlocked in talks to sign Liam Cooper as a free agent, The Lancashire Telegraph understands. There was optimism that a deal for the 32-year-old could be agreed after talks at the end of last week. However, discussions
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Man pleads guilty to murder after stabbing housemate to death
A man has pleaded guilty to murdering his housemate after stabbing him to death at their home. Richard Chamberlain suffered multiple stab injuries when he was attacked by Frank Wrona, 44, at the property in New Market Street, Colne. Officers
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Swimming pool due to reopen after campaign to save leisure centre
A community-run swimming pool in Rossendale which was threatened with closure last year is due to reopen to the public in August. Whitworth Leisure Centre was transferred from Rossendale Council’s ownership to a not-for-profit community interest
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Controversial housing estate gets nod despite 'overkill' warning
Highly controversial proposals for an almost 600-home housing estate in Blackburn have been approved by councillors. This came despite a warning they are building 'overkill' which will swamp local roads, health services and schools. Conservative
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Police release images of four men after mass brawl
Police have released pictures of four men following a mass brawl on a train. The incident happened on Saturday 11 May at around 9.45pm on the Blackpool North to Manchester Airport train. Police said a mass brawl erupted on the static train
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RECAP: Emergency services respond to fire at 'mattress firm'
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Blackburn Rovers’ transfer stalemate and the looming date in all our diaries
It’s been quite the week to be an England supporter, some early success, new emerging talent coming to the fore and ending with a fond farewell to a man whose commitment to the national team’s cause has never been in doubt. So farewell then Jimmy Anderson
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East Lancashire businesses affected by global IT outage
Businesses across Blackburn and East Lancashire are being affected by a global IT outage which has hit computer services and payment systems. Issues have been reported across the world this morning, with airports, businesses and banks experiencing
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Blackburn Rovers starlets endure difficult night at European Championship
Aodhan Doherty and Tom Atcheson were both involved for Northern Ireland as they suffered defeat to Italy in the Under-19 European Championship. Blackburn Rovers' youngsters are both away for the tournament, which is being played on home soil for
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People in East Lancashire town £1,000 richer after Postcode Lottery win
Residents of an East Lancashire town are £1,000 richer following their success in the People's Postcode Lottery. The winning ticket on Thursday (July 18) was in Great Harwood, and those with a ticket and a BB6 7QF postcode were awarded the prize
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Manchester Airport issues statement as IT outage grounds flights and causes chaos
Manchester Airport has issued a statement as IT outages cause chaos across the globe. IT problems are affecting airlines across the UK this morning (July 19) causing some planes to be grounded. Flight check-in and boarding is being carried
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Man taken to hospital after 'suspected medical episode' in motorway crash
A man has been taken to hospital after suffering a "suspected medical episode" on the M65. Lancashire Police said they were called shortly after 8am to reports of a crash involving one car between J3 (Blackburn West/Wheelton) and J4 (Darwen/Blackburn
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Train company serving East Lancs among businesses affected by global IT outage
A train company serving East Lancashire is among many businesses facing widespread IT issues this morning. Northern, which serves stations in Blackburn, Accrington, and Burnley, and others, says trains are still running but they will not be able
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Blackburn Rovers complete hat-trick with iconic 2024/25 away kit
Blackburn Rovers have unveiled their away kit for the 2024/25 season, donning a black number with red stripes to mark their 30-year Premier League title win. Throughout the summer, Rovers have teased hints that the new set of threads will commemorate
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Spencer delighted to secure Jordan’s return to Wanderers
Ribblesdale Wanderers have signed emerging South African batting star Jordan Hermann as their substitute professional for Sunday’s Anthony Axford North West Cricket League Birtwistle Cup T20 Finals Day at Lostock, with captain Mack Spencer describing
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Motorway 'partially blocked' following early morning crash
The M65 is partially blocked near Blackburn this morning due to a crash. There is slow traffic on the eastbound carriageway between J3 (Blackburn West/Wheelton) and J4 (Darwen/Blackburn South). Traffic was held for around 10 minutes before
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England star’s praise for Ribblesdale sub-pro Hermann
England star Dawid Malan is backing his winter opening partner Jordan Hermann to shine for Ribblesdale Wanderers in the Anthony Axford North West Cricket League’s T20 Finals Day at Lostock on Sunday before going on to have a long and successful career
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Irish star Cian Ducrot joins iMEP music festival line-up
An Irish singer is the latest act confirmed for September's iMEP Music Festival in Accrington. Cian Ducrot, known for his number-one album 'Victory', will be supporting Jess Glynne, the British female solo artist with seven number-one UK singles
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Man punched and strangled pregnant partner until she was almost unconscious
An East Lancashire man tried to strangle his pregnant partner until she passed out. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard just weeks earlier Benjamin Costello had been given a warning by police for similar behaviour. Costello, 30, of Whalley Road
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Company marks a year since devastating fire by hosting charity challenge
Staff at a Blackburn based company, which suffered a devastating fire have raised a staggering £11,000 for local charities. Teams from Coolkit have been collecting funds for the town's Youth Zone and Nightsafe by completing Yorkshire Three Peaks
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Residents wake up to ‘large bang’ after car crashed into £175K sculpture
Residents in Darwen said they were woken up by a ‘large bang’ on Wednesday night (July 17). This is after a black car crashed into the Secord World War Spitfire memorial sculpture, on Borough Road. Emergency services were spotted at the site
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'It gives them so many benefits': Walking Football launches league in Darwen
The Walking Football League, headed by former England captain David Platt , has launched a new initiative in East Lancashire. Walking Football is one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK for older people, with more than 70 per cent of players
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Pictures as former X-Factor star meets Anne Marie after huge performance
A former X Factor star, from Langho, met pop star Anne-Marie, ahead of a huge performance in London. Pictures have been released of Grace Davies, who supported country music icon Shania Twain, at the London festival BST Hyde Park, after winning
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Foulridge War Memorial receives new planters thanks to £4,000 donation
Foulridge War Memorial has been enhanced with new planters after a property developer donated £4,000 to the council. Keighley-based Skipton Properties donated £4,000 to Foulridge Parish Council to enhance the war memorial at the heart of the village
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'It was more challenging than we thought': local business completes Three Towers
Staff from a local environmental tech business trekked up hills and across moors in East Lancashire as they completed the Three Towers Challenge to raise money for charity. A total of 28 walkers from Rawtenstall business Envirovue set out on the
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Council looks to old mines to cut carbon emissions
An East Lancashire local authority is examining whether it can use energy generated from disused coal mines in the borough. The possibility of geothermal mine energy schemes is just one of the options being examined by Burnley Council as it seeks
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New Bishop to be consecrated at historic cathedral
The Consecration Service for the new Bishop of Burnley will take place at one of the world's most famous cathedrals. Rev. Dr Joe Kennedy will be consecrated by the Archbishop of York, The Most Rev. and Rt Hon. Stephen Cottrell, in a service steeped
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Charity worker reveals what inspired her to pen book of short stories
A Great Harwood woman has published her first book of short stories which she says were inspired by a conversation at her local charity shop. Naheed Kausar's new book ‘The Price of My Daughter’s Shoes’ is a collection of short stories about how
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Why this 'charming backstreet chippy' in Lancashire is among the best in the UK
A fish and chip shop in Lancashire has been named among the 23 best in the UK in a list by The Times. Introducing the list, the newspaper says: “In these superior chippies, a fish supper often comes with various regional accompaniments: the black
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Embrace the summer season with the Toll House Inn
Make the most of summer days with Daniel Thwaites’ inn, the Toll House Inn in Lancaster. From mid-week breaks to sizzling summer-inspired dining with friends, it’s time to get out and enjoy the change of season. Summer getaways Beat the crowds
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New business board launched to spur Lancashire's economic growth
Leading politicians have hailed the creation of the Lancashire Business Board targeting a more prosperous region. The independent board consists of heads from Lancashire's leading regional, national and international companies. It will work
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East Lancs' ‘most beautiful parks’ revealed after receiving Green Flag Awards
Dozens of Lancashire parks and green spaces have been praised at this year's Green Flag Awards. A record number of parks and green spaces across the UK have reached the high standards required to receive a coveted Green Flag Award in 2024.
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Saudi binmen visit Blackburn to learn about borough's recycling system
A Saudi Arabian delegation has visited an East Lancashire borough to see how it deals with its rubbish, and went out with the wagons on a bin round. They spent a day with Blackburn with Darwen council’s refuse and recycling team on Wednesday before
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Warning sign no deterrence as rubbish dumped behind homes
A council said it was investigating a ‘mountain’ of rubbish which has been dumped behind homes in Blackburn. An alleyway behind Whalley Old Road in Little Harwood is littered with rubbish. Bin bags and household building materials are strewn
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Council environment boss gives 'distressing' update on litter
Burnley Council has prosecuted 34 people over fly-tipping and waste offences in four months with another 44 on their way to court, a meeting was told. It has also issued 320 Fixed penalty notices for fly-tipping, littering and side waste offences
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Discount store One Beyond to celebrate grand reopening in Blackburn TODAY
Discount store, One Beyond, will celebrate its grand reopening in Blackburn today (July 19). The discount store is set to reopen its doors, at The Mall, at 10am, following an extensive refurbishment. One Beyond has doubled its sales space with
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Great Harwood Rovers' ambitious £1m plan for community 3G pitch
A junior football club is aiming to get more people into playing sports through a bid to build a £1 million 3G pitch at its site. Great Harwood Rovers' plans would enable more people to use the club's facilities, across a wider demographic.
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Blackburn Rovers gambling on volatile market as three-week timer ticks
Blackburn Rovers begin their Championship campaign in three weeks but they remain the only second-tier team without a senior signing. John Eustace's squad is yet to be bolstered after a frustrating start to the transfer window. Jack Barrett and
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No 'other choice': More than 5,000 prisoners to be freed early to protect system
The government wasn’t left with “any other choice” than to release prisoners earlier than planned but it will create a “big responsibility” on other parts of the justice system, the Chief Inspector of Constabulary has said. Inmates are being released
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'Pupils regain trust in other people': Blackburn referral unit inspected
A pupil's referral unit that 'is determined for all pupils to achieve' has had a routine inspection by Ofsted as an 'Outstanding' school. St Thomas's Centre, in Hawthorne Street, Blackburn, was inspected on June 11 and 12, with a report published