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Can a British passport go through EU passport control? What to know
When you travel abroad you have to remember a lot of things, from your suitcase, your passport to which terminal you are flying from and where your hotel is. Previously, UK passport holders were able to use European Union (EU) Passport Lanes which
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Man racially abused security officer at library
A man has been given a community order after racially abusing a staff member at a library. Jack Sims, 30, abused a security officer at Manchester Central Library. Sims' last known address was Skye Crescent in Blackburn, court records show.
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Teenager arrested on suspicion of arson following primary school fire
A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of arson following a fire at a village primary school. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service was called to Whalley Road, Hurst Green in the early hours on Saturday morning (July 20). At around 4.30am,
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Formations, captains and absences - Blackburn Rovers talking points
Blackburn Rovers rounded off their week-long camp in Austria with two 2-1 defeats against FC Nurnberg. John Eustace's side stepped up their preparations for the 2024/25 season with two 60-minute matches against the 2.Bundesliga side. Rovers named
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Blackburn Rovers provide Women's team update after talks with The FA
Blackburn Rovers Women will play their 2024/25 fixtures at Ewood Park with the club thanking The FA and NewCo for their help after discussions during the off-season. Rovers made national headlines earlier this month when a report from Mail Sport
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Two taken to hospital and arrest made after crash into house
A car crashed into a house in Oswaldtwistle last night, Saturday, leaving two people in hospital. A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink-driving in relation to the crash, which happened on Newthorn at around 8.20pm. Two people were taken
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Leeds United boss provides update on Liam Cooper amid Blackburn Rovers talks
Daniel Farke has admitted Leeds United are planning without Liam Cooper with the free agent in talks with Blackburn Rovers. The 32-year-old has a contract offer on the table from the Whites, a one-year extension but with the understanding he won't
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School's annual charity day raises record amount for good causes
Imaginative ways of fundraising led to the largest total for good causes ever raised at Haslingden High School’s charity day – a staggering £5,283. Every year group got the chance to visit the 75 different stalls that packed the sports hall, and
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Man turned up at ex's house drunk while banned from contact
A court heard two totally different sides to the same story which had resulted in a man’s arrest. Blackburn Magistrates' Court heard David Holt accepted he was in breach of a non-molestation order by being in the company of his estranged partner
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New games areas for special schools given planning nod
Two new outdoor multi-use games areas for a Blackburn schools complex which caters for children who struggle to thrive in mainstream education have been approved. Councillors have granted planning permission for the new green AstroTurf pitches
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Pilgrims hiking England for historic church refurbishment visit Blackburn
A group of pilgrims, walking to 42 Anglican Cathedrals in the country, arrived at Blackburn Cathedral recently. The trek embarked upon by the Pommie Pilgrims, named for the sound of the village band, is in aid of raising funds for the modernisation
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Lancashire hospital to receive wellness-centric RHS Show garden
Mental health patients in Lancashire are set to benefit from a stunning garden headlining at RHS Tatton Flower Show 2024. The £30,000 showpiece, named the 1804 Garden, is the work of 2023's victors Carolyn Hardern and Jon Jarvis. Upon its appearance
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Former 1950s council estate to get 68 new homes
A 1950s former council estate is set to get 68 new homes as the latest stage of a £20 million facelift. Together Housing has revealed proposals for the properties in Staffa Crescent in Shadsworth, Blackburn. The proposals include 24 one-bedroom
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Dragon's Den cheesecake firm acquired by bakery
An artisan Lancashire based cheesecake company has been bought out by a Yorkshire bakery. Regal Food Products Group Plc has acquired Love Cheesecakes, which is based in Lancaster. The company specialises in handcrafting over premium cheesecakes
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Consecration of new Bishop of Burnley held at world famous cathedral
Hundreds of people including, civic leaders from Lancashire witnessed the consecration service for the Bishop of Burnley. The new Bishop took part in the ancient ceremony at York Minster on Friday, which was conducted by the Archbishop of York,
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Call for coach trips to use East Lancs bus station to boost business
Coach trip operators should use Rawtenstall’s new bus station to enhance its viability, Rossendale Council has been told. The bus station opened in 2019 as part of the wider Spinning Point redevelopment of Rawtenstall town centre. It serves local
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Join the fun - Clitheroe Food Festival seeking volunteers
Preparations are in full swing for this year's Clitheroe Food Festival on August 10, with locals encouraged to get involved. Dubbed one of the best food festivals in the UK, the gathering held in the Clitheroe town centre promises to be bigger
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'Get out of your comfort zone': Fostering group celebrates major Girl Guide award
A fostering group is celebrating after one of its children was awarded the 'Achievement in Guiding' award. The child, from Rossendale based Olive Branch Fostering, attended a special awards evening recently, to collect the prize. The award
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Embrace the summer season with The Millstone
Make the most of summer days with Daniel Thwaites’ inn, The Millstone at Mellor. 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 (Image: Thwaites Inns
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Charity honoured with Investing in Children Membership award
A Blackburn charity has been recognised for its efforts in helping inspire young people after it was honoured with the Investing in Children Membership award. Founded in 2006, IMO Charity, which stands for Inspire, Motivate, and Overcome, hosts
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Best and worst GP surgeries in Lancashire by NHS patients in latest survey
The best NHS GP surgeries in Lancashire have been announced through an annual survey taken by patients in the area. The annual NHS GP Patient Survey has revealed the best surgeries in Lancashire for 2024, voted by people who attend them. The
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Lancashire hall to host high-powered hill climb this summer
A Carnforth hall will be disrupted by the ringing of high horsepower this summer for the Leighton Hall Motorcycle Hill Climb. Leighton Hall's adrenaline-charged spectacle opens at 8.30am on Sunday, July 28. Practice runs begin at 9.30am and