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John Eustace provides latest on Blackburn Rovers star Sam Szmodics
John Eustace was tight-lipped on the future of Sam Szmodics but insisted he wants to keep Blackburn Rovers' star man. The 28-year-old is the subject of intense interest from Ipswich Town. Rovers rejected a bid for him earlier this week but they
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Blackburn Rovers player ratings as Markanday and Tyjon impress at Morecambe
Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Take it with a pinch of salt, it's pre-season after all! Joe Hilton - 7 Pulled off a few smart saves in the first half particularly
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Ryan Hedges scores on Blackburn Rovers return in Morecambe pre-season test
Blackburn Rovers continued their preparation for the new Championship season as a youthful team drew 1-1 with Morecambe. John Eustace split his squad, as he has for each friendly, with the 'second XI' getting 90 minutes at The Mazuma Stadium.
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Morecambe 1-1 Blackburn Rovers: Points share in pre-season outing
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Motorist caught driving 20mph over limit as dozens of vehicles caught by police
Dozens of vehicles have been caught speeding across Burnley as police target hotspots across the town. Police descended on the Queensgate area and Lakeland Way. Officers set up patrols in the Queensgate area after reports that people were using
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Man never got chance to be dad to baby daughter after nightclub death
A dad never got the chance to be a father to his baby daughter after being attacked outside a nightclub. George Fenlon, 23, suffered serious head injuries during the assault on The Strand, Blackpool on August 15 last year. He died in hospital
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Blackburn Aldi looking to recruit staff, with 150 positions across Lancashire
Supermarket chain Aldi is currently looking to recruit for 150 store colleagues in Lancashire, including Blackburn. In 'a welcome boost to the local economy', the UK’s fourth largest supermarket is looking for people of all levels of experience
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Blackburn care home prepares for Olympics with torch relay
A Blackburn care home and its residents have prepared for this year’s Olympics with their very own torch ceremony. Residents at Birchfield Care Home and staff passed a homemade torch as they got into the spirit of the games, which start with an
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Ipswich man sends transfer message amid Szmodics interest
Ipswich chief executive Mark Ashton says the club’s spending spree is not over as they prepare for life in the Premier League. The Tractor Boys are chasing Rovers talisman Sam Szmodics and had a bid rejected for the Irish international, who enjoyed
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Police appeal after man arrested on murder suspicion over field shooting
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a shooting in a field in Lancashire. A 75-year-old died at the scene in West Lancashire on Thursday, having suffered a suspected gunshot injury, Lancashire Police said. A 29-year-old
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Kate Nash coming to Accrington's Oak Fest THIS Saturday
The countdown is on for Oak Fest, Lancashire’s newest festival, as it gears up to return to Oak Hill Park for its second year this Saturday, July 27. Gates to the festival officially open at 11am and close at 10pm. Free shuttle buses are being
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Clitheroe school celebrates pupil’s West End debut in Matilda
A school in Clitheroe has announced one of its pupils has landed a major role in the play 'Matilda' on the West End after appearing on Britain's Got Talent. Stonyhurst St Mary’s has announced that one of its pupils, Beatrice Armitage, has secured
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Ex-councillor condemns 'political hooliganism' during election campaign
A former councillor has used the full meeting of a local authority to condemn 'political hooliganism' in this year's local and parliamentary elections. Independent safeguarding advisor Saima Afzal came to Blackburn with Darwen's full Council Forum
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Rovers confirm when tickets go on sale for Burnley trip
Rovers have confirmed when tickets will go on sale for the East Lancashire derby against Burnley at Turf Moor. John Eustace doesn’t have to wait long for his first taste of the local rivalry as they make the short trip across the M65 on Saturday
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Violent thug jailed for 15 and a half years for 'unprovoked' assault with cosh
A man described by a judge as a "violent thug" has been jailed for 15 years and a half years after he attacked at least three people with a cosh. Daniel Evans appeared in the dock at Preston Crown Court last Thursday for the 'unprovoked' attack
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VIEW FROM THE STANDS: Szmodics interest and potential signings
Two weeks to go and, at last, it feels like we have some signs of life from Rovers. Although my own expectations have been curbed with the ongoing financial cloud overhanging us, it has still been frustrating to not add anyone significant to the playing
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Rovers resume talks with defender McFadzean over new deal
Rovers have reopened talks with Kyle McFadzean to remain at Ewood Park next season, The Lancashire Telegraph understands. The experienced defender spent the second half of last term in East Lancashire after arriving from Coventry on a short-term
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Questions over Haslingden Market contract decision after problems
Questions have been raised about whether advice was followed around choosing a contractor for Haslingden market’s £500,000 redevelopment after a contract was ended because work was not done on time. Rossendale Council recently issued a non-compliance
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New acting chief executive appointed at county council
An acting chief executive is set to take over at Lancashire County Council – nearly two months before the current boss leaves. Mark Wynn – who is the authority’s executive director of resources – will step into the top job on a temporary basis
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Sanfreece Hiroshima issue update on Ohashi as Rovers close in
Sanfreece Hiroshima have confirmed Yuki Ohashi will be “leaving the team” as he closes in on a move to Rovers. The 27-year-old attacker is set to fly over for a medical after a six-figure fee, well below the reported £1million in Japan, was agreed
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'We're determined to tackle this problem': quad bikes seen speeding in park
Two people on quad bikes have been seen 'riding inconsiderately at speed' in a very busy local park, according to police. Blackpool Police posted images of individuals who they said rode off-road motor or quad bikes inconsiderately, at speed, across
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Accrington's most and least expensive streets revealed over the last five years
Recent data has revealed Accrington's most and least expensive streets over the last five years. Gathering five year’s worth of sold house price data across the Accrington postcodes, Hollins Lane, Newton Drive and Partridge Drive have some of
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Council finance worker strikes gold in U23 championships
A council finance worker struck gold after winning the 5,000-metre race at the National U23s Athletics Championships. Matthew Ramsden, 21, a finance assistant at Blackburn with Darwen Council, competed at the Alexander Stadium in Birmingham and
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Blackburn with Darwen Council received 149 dog poo complaints, but only ten penalties
A recent survey revealed some local authorities in East Lancashire are slacking in penalising for dog fouling. Research from Vitasure shows there have been more than 63,000 complaints of dog fouling in the UK reported in just a 12 month period,
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Blackburn garages doing Wolverhampton taxi MOTs for influx of drivers
A council has responded after taxi drivers queried why MOT tests were being conducted for the City of Wolverhampton at garages in Blackburn. The Lancashire Telegraph can now reveal a total of 390 private hire drivers living and operating in Blackburn
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Giant town cook shop opened without necessary planning approval
A large kitchen and household store in Blackburn opened in May without the necessary council approval, it has emerged. The Cooks Villa Catering Centre in Ordnance Street, off Copy Nook, did not have planning permission to convert the wholesale
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Inspiring teacher who also helps run bar and bistro nominated for national award
An inspirational English teacher has been nominated for a national enterprise award. Laura Crowther been put forward for an EVA (Enterprise Vision Award) by Chorley Borough Council. The awards are for women in business and Laura has reached
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Darwen nursery where 'staff create a nurturing, home-from-home environment'
A Darwen nursery where 'staff create a nurturing, home-from-home environment' has been rated 'good' by Ofsted. Precious Moments Childcare, on Primrose House, Primrose Street, was inspected by Ofsted on June 28. A report, published on July 23
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Blackburn volleyball side celebrate famous win
A Blackburn community volleyball club came through a thrilling final to win a national tournament in Birmingham. Naaz took on the much-fancied Toofan in the showpiece final at the first national volleyball Kokni tournament since the pandemic.
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Author launches debut children’s book inspired by animal sanctuary
An author has written a children’s book inspired by a Ramsbottom animal charity. Sue Blunt, 74, from Heywood, is a former dog-walking volunteer at Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary. She adopted a dog from the charity last year which sparked the story
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Man due to appear in dock after admitting offence of wounding
A man is to be sentenced after admitting an offence of wounding. Neil Clarke, 49, appeared at Preston Crown Court on Wednesday (July 24) where he entered a guilty plea to wounding without intent. Clarke, of Olive Lane, Darwen, was originally
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Man forced into cocaine dealing to pay back his own debt
A man was forced into dealing cocaine on the streets in order to pay back his own debt. Police officers on patrol in Barnoldswick on September 15, 2022, noticed a male acting suspiciously near a blue vehicle in West Close Road. The officers
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TikTok star to host ‘most honest' dating show where people reveal WORST habits
A TikTok star from Darwen has been announced as the host of a ‘brutally honest’ dating show, where single people reveal their worst habits. Date Me At My Worst has been described as a “daring dating experiment” hosted by social media star Max Balegde
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Two campsites in East Lancashire named in 'Outstanding Site' list for 2024
Two East Lancashire campsites have been named in an 'Outstanding Site' list for 2024. One of the UK’s go-to camping and glamping booking platforms, Campsites.co.uk, has announced its 'Outstanding Sites' list for 2024. The annual list highlights
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Blackburn Rovers' latest Academy talent aiming to continue Great Harwood legacy
It is hard to believe that it has already been nine years since David Dunn’s last appearance in a blue and white shirt. Now, another Great Harwood lad is looking to keep climbing the ranks at Ewood Park. Matty Litherland was one of several youngsters
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Baker takes plunge to open cake shop – and cookie croissants are on menu
A baker has opened her own cake shop in Barnoldswick and some of the items on the menu look mouth-watering. Rebecca Husband, 39, opened Becky’s Bakehouse in Gisburn Road, earlier this month. She says cakes and bakes have been flying off the shelves
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Lorry driver recovering from surgery wins £26,000 dream car
An East Lancashire resident, who has been recovering from surgery, has won a new £26,000 car through an online competition. Lorry driver Andrew Mayor collected a Volvo XC40 after entering the ‘Best of the Best’ (BOTB) competition whilst recovering
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Tennis club marks 100th anniversary with party and plaque unveiling
A tennis club marked their 100th anniversary at the weekend by holding a garden party and a plaque unveiling. Darwen Tennis Club was founded in 1924 and was once one of 14 clubs in the town, according to club chair Pete Aspin. The club competed
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Bacup Pride search for volunteers as Britain in Bloom award looms
Bacup Pride are searching for volunteers for one final push as it bids for Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Britain in Bloom award with judging due to begin next Thursday, August 1. Having already had a plethora of success in the RHS ‘It’s Your
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Charity to remodel building for vulnerable young people with complex needs
A Wilpshire charity has announced plans to remodel a building near its headquarters and it is set to be used for young and vulnerable people. Child Action Northwest, a charity that has been supporting children and young people for 130 years, is
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Musician to rise from the ashes and open ‘bigger and better’ studio in Blackburn
A musician is preparing to open a ‘bigger and better’ studio in Blackburn after the former site closed last June. Imogen Storey said it felt like “the world was crashing down around her” after plans were announced to turn her Blackburn recording
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'Selfish and callous' knifepoint robber 'wanted to be sent to prison'
A “selfish and callous” robber who terrified two female shop assistants with a knife and demanded money from the till ‘intentionally committed the robbery to be remanded into custody.’ Burnley Crown Court heard the opening and mitigation for the